Afterschool Programs

The programs offered after the regular school day are Rossman’s response not only to working families who need a complete afterschool program, but also to all families who desire additional enrichment experiences for their children. There are two primary components to the afterschool program, the Afterschool Enrichment Program (AEP) and the Extended Day Program.

Afterschool Enrichment Program (AEP)

3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Director: Ben Essenburg

Teachers: Rossman invites specialized teachers to bring their programs to the students.

Enrichment experiences vary by grade level and may include such options as art, foreign languages, music, sports and drama. The following programs are offered for the 2010-2011 school year.

Sports

Afterschool Sports

Under the direction of Rossman’s own physical education teachers, this program offers cross-country, flag football, volleyball and soccer with some inter-school competition during the first trimester.

Gymastics, floor hockey and basketball are offered during the second trimester while softball and track are featured during the third trimester.

Held two days a week for students in Grades 3-6

Mondays and Fridays for Grades 3 and 4
Tuesdays and Wednesdays for Grades 5 and 6

Soccer

A soccer skills program held in April and May directed toward our young Senior Kindergarten through Grade 2 students. Skill, not competition, is emphasized along with a healthy dose of fun! (Thursdays)

High Energy Gymnastics

Participants learn the basic moves of gymnastics and tumbling, gain strength and flexibility, develop self-discipline, coordination, balance and cardiovascular endurance. Class for grades JK-2 from October-March. (Thursdays)

Drama

COCA

The Center for Contemporary Arts (COCA), a renowned organization that has been bringing the wonder of the theater to the St. Louis area for years brings its expertise to Rossman for our Grade 5 and Grade 6 students who wish to participate in the Rossman Players Drama Club. The class culminates in performances for Rossman students and families and area preschools! (Thursdays)

COCA also leads a program for our Grade 3 and Grade 4 students — Acting Out. (Tuesdays)

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Abrakidabra

In Abrakidabra, participants will focus on “Thinking Outside the Hat . . . Creative Magic!" Learn new tricks, build presentation skills, confidence, communication skills and arts skills as well. Class culminates with the participants putting on a show for family and friends. On Tuesdays from August through December for children in SK-6.

Chinese Language

This class provides the foundation of Chinese language by developing speaking, listening and reading skills. A session on Thursday for JK-2 and Monday for Grades 3-6.

Chess Club

Classes consist of a fun interactive learning period and supervised game play. For students in Grades 1-6. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. (Thursdays)

Dance Class

Miss Menees will teach students in Grades 5-6 individual, partner and group dances from January-May. (Mondays)

IMACS Classes

Mathematics enrichment classes for children in Senior Kindergarten through Grade 6.

Primary Enrichment and Elementary Enrichment classes for children in Grades SK-6.

Kidzart

A fun, unique and confidence-building drawing program that enchances a child's experience of art. Provides opportunity to increase skills and knowledge of various art media. Arts all year for children in SK-6, and from January-May for students in JK. (Mondays)

Mad Science

Learn all about science — electricity, magnets, food groups, nutrition and much more. For students in JK through Grade 2. (Wednesdays in September and October. Tuesdays in April and May.)

Scouting

Rossman also sponsors a pack and a troop for the Cub Scouts and the Girl Scouts. The Scouting program is offered through the leadership of parents in the school. Children enthusiastically participate, and the number of young alumni who become Eagle Scouts is a significant statement about the commitment of parents, the interest of the children and the effectiveness of the program.

Yoga

Students in Grades 1-4 will learn a variety of Yoga poses to increase flexibility, strength, balance, focus and body awareness. The class will run from January until late April. (Wednesdays)