2025-2026 Session Dates Session 3: January 20, 2026 - February 27, 2026 Session 4: March 30, 2026 - May 8, 2026
K-3rd G.E.
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Color Explosion Art 3pm-4pm
Oh, My! Oh me! Let's do PE! 3pm-4pm
STEM & Sensory 3pm-4pm
Oh, My! Oh me! Let's do PE! 3pm-4pm
STEM & Sensory 3pm-4pm
K-3rd S.E.
4th-5th G.E
6th and up G.E. & S.E.
Color Explosion Art 3pm-4pm Cozy Crafting Corner 3pm-4pm Flag Football 3pm-4pm
Although DAL Academies are designed specifically for students in the Distinct Abilities Learning Program, students in the DAL program may participate in appropriate Lower School Academies programs with prior approval. Please email any questions to Marissa Henrie at marissahenrie@thefirstacademy.org. Class Descriptions are listed alphabetically by title.
Oh, My! Oh Me! Let's do PE! Join our afternoon PE club to enhance your gross motor skills while having a great time! Engage in interactive physical activities that will get your body moving and ensure you have loads of fun. Location: Room 316 DAL Instructor: Lyndsey Schemm Cost: $140 Cozy Crafting Corner Cozy Crafting Corner is a welcoming after school group just for girls who love to get creative! Each week, we gather to make fun, hands-on crafts—from painting and jewelry-making to crochet and knitting. It’s the perfect place to relax, chat with friends, and express your imagination in a cozy, supportive space. Come unwind, get inspired, and create together! Location: Room 307 DAL Instructor: Meghan Grindle Cost: $140 + $10 supply fee STEM & Sensory Get ready to explore, experiment, and discover! In this fun after school club, students will engage their senses while learning about the world around them through simple, hands-on STEM activities with a science-focus. Each week features interactive projects designed to spark curiosity, build fine motor skills, and encourage creative problem-solving. Location: 313B Instructor: Meghan Grindle Cost: $140 + $15 Supply Fee Color Explosion Art! Get ready for a burst of color and creativity! In Color Explosion Art Class, you’ll explore all kinds of fun, hands-on projects that let your imagination shine. Each week brings a new, exciting way to make art explode with color and texture! Location: Room 310 Instructor: Shelby Millikan Cost: $140 + $15 supply fee Flag Football – After-School Fun! Join us for an exciting after-school Flag Football program where students will learn the fundamentals of the game in a fun, team-oriented environment! Players will practice skills like passing, catching, teamwork, and good sportsmanship — all while staying active and having a blast with friends. No tackling, just plenty of fun, exercise, and friendly competition! Location: Courtyard Instructor: Matt Buchanan Cost: $140
DAL Academies: Private Lessons Art: Private Lessons - We are excited to offer private art lessons with Mrs. Moseler! Offerings include: -3D Printing -Drawing -Acrylic Painting -Master Artists Lesson / Watercolor Painting -Printmaking -Oil Painting (Middle and High school only, 60 min) -Photography -Other art assistance, except clay. After registration, Mrs. Moseler will be in contact with you to set up a time that is convenient for both of your schedules. Instructor: Kim Moseler, US Art Teacher Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $40/30-minute lessons; $80/60-minute lessons Ceramics: Private Lessons - We are excited to offer private ceramics lessons with Mrs. Collins! Whether you want to learn to throw a pot on the Potter's Wheel, or make coil, slab, or pinch sculptures, you will find some fun with clay. Or maybe you need help assembling a portfolio for a job or college interview, learn how to show off your work! After registration, Mrs. Collins will be in contact with you to set up a time that is convenient for both of your schedules. Instructor: Cynthia Collins Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $40/30-minute lessons; $80/60-minute lessons Tennis: Private Lessons - Elite Tennis Academy is now offering private (one-on-one) tennis lessons to DAL students! Lessons are packaged in various formats. Please see the registration website for options. Instructor: Elite Tennis Academy Scheduling is completed after registration, based on student preference. Cost: $40/30-minute lessons; $75/60-minute lessons