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 2009-2010 school year.

Sports

Afterschool Sports

Under the direction of Rossman’s own physical education teachers, this program offers cross-country, 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 Thursdays for Grades 3 and 4
Tuesdays and Fridays for Grades 5 and 6

Golf

Participants from Grades 1-6 were introduced to the game of golf by TGA (Total Golf Adventures) in an instructional class from September 2 through October 21. During the Wednesday sessions, the participants were taught rules and etiquette, prepared for play on a golf course and equipped with all the tools necessary to participate in competitive golf.

These future Mickelsons and Singhs were provided with experienced instruction, combined with a lot of fun!

Soccerdome

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

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 (Wednesday).

Youth Performance Training

This class for students in Grades 2-6 was held on Wednesday from September 2 through November 18 and will return on Wednesdays from February 17 through May 19.

Youth Performance Training is designed to help participants acquire the athletic movement skills necessary to maximize performance in any sport. Just playing the specific sport may not be enough to fully develop potential speed, strength and agility skills. This program incorporates agility drills, movement pattern drills, postural and strength excercises, efficiency training, multi-planar and multi-directional movements, flexibility training and warm-up/cool-down techniques.

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)

AND CHECK OUT THESE OPPORTUNITIES!

Abrakidabra 1 & 2

In Abrakidabra 1, participants focused on “Disappearing Ink and More Amazing Magic!” In Abrakidabra 2, participants will enjoy “Circus Fun and Balloon Animals!” On Tuesdays 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.

Chess Club

Classes consist of a fun interactive learning period and supervised game play. For students in Grades 1-6. (Wednesday)

Dance Class

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

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

Arts and crafts all year for children in SK-6, and from January-May for students in JK.

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.