2018-19 COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAMS

                

Young artists at work in a Beehive Art after-school workshop.

Just Added - Now Enrolling
Volleyball instructor Pam Kainz returns to Happy Hollow in April to lead Volleyball Skills, Drills, and Fun  for Grades 4 and 5 on Mondays after school.

More details are below in the Happy Hollow School listings, but here is the registration link:

volleyballhappyhollow19final.doc

The group pictured below has moved on from Happy Hollow's volleyball program, but new opportunities to be on a team are available at both Wayland Middle School and Wayland High School. 


Wayland Summer Strings - Whitney Tandon, Wayland's strings director for Grades 4 - 8, began this program in the summer of 2014. This year's program will begin registering this spring with a June 3 deadline for the form; payment of $150 should be sent July 1 or later.

Dates are: July 29 - August 2 and the time is 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm. 
Location:  Wayland High School
Grade Levels: Entering Grades 6 - 9; entering Grade 5, depending on experience
Contact:  Whitney_Tandon@wayland.k12.ma.us

Beehive Art Classes - In 2019, Beehive Art is marking its sixth year as part of Wayland School Community Programs, Community Education. Along with after-school classes, Beehive Art Owner Kim Poler shares her enthusiasm for vibrant, colorful art with children attending the BASE vacation week programs.

KidPowerment Yoga - Sign up for new round of spring classes
Check under individual schools for dates and times. Spring classes begin the first week in April and run for 8 weeks. Click on link below for info.
website

Little Local Vocals Children's Chorus - Congrats to Patrice Buckley and her 65 young vocalists on a wonderful January concert that capped off its fall session.
Thank you to WayCAM - Wayland's Community Access channel - for the professional videotaping. Viewers can watch it online anytime by clicking here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BGUPDq5YtIY&feature=youtu.be 

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Schedules by Schools:
The order is:
Loker School...Happy Hollow...Claypit Hill...Wayland Middle School...Wayland High School

  

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Loker School    

                                                            

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MONDAY         Class is fully enrolled. A wait list has been established.
The Young Naturalist   Grades 1 - 2
Evi Treffs, longtime educator at Loker School and recently retired, has developed this new series of workshops. 
Monday, March 18 through April 29 are the dates and the time is 3:15 pm - 4:25 pm at Loker School. The fee is $120.

According to Ms.Treffs, children will detect, observe, and experiment in the natural world around them. They may dissect owl pellets, create a terrarium, or study how ants do their work. All of these activities will help children strengthen their ability to focus their gaze and to make assessments and connections based on their observations and study. 

Enrollment is closed. A wait list has been established.  
Here is the registration link:   evitreffsclass.doc

Here is a description of "The Young Naturalist":   treffsnatureclass2019.docx

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TUESDAY    

​Additional Information:
Patrice Buckley, director, at 

Patrice Buckley

Click here for information and registration:  
Chorus Sign-up 18-19 (2).pdf

Check out the January 2019 concert online at:  waycam.tv                                

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Global Child  - French and Spanish Classes
Kindergarten through Grade Five

Classes start upon school dismissal and end at 4:10 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays and at 2:55 pm on Wednesdays.

Session 2:  February 6, 13, 27; March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3, 10, 24, May 1, 8

Wednesday
Beginner Spanish   K - 5   
Spanish Theme: School Life  1 - 5 

Beginner French   K - 5  
French Theme: School Life   1 - 5 

Click here to register: 

globallanguageswinter19.docx

 

For questions,  contact: Zouhaida Elian at 781-444 -7377 or email zouhaidaelian@yahoo.com

Learning another language is one of the best ways to become part of the global community. Studying a language at a young age is advantageous since children are most receptive to acquiring a new language when young. 

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THURSDAY  

Drama Kids for K-5
Grades K - 2 and 3 - 5

DESCRIPTION: Drama Kids programs are fast-paced and fun, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Program leaders describe their goal as being to “help children reveal their abundant inner self-worth, and we focus on building these life skills through dramatic play like no one else.”  

Spring Dates: January 31, 2019 - May 16, 2019, 3:15 pm - 4:30 pm
Performance Information:  Thursday, May 16, 2019, 7 pm, Wayland Middle School Theatre

Telephone and Email:  617-391-0369   email: dramakmw@gmail.com

On the Web:  www.dramakidsofmetrowest.com 

Facebook:   www.facebook.com/DramaKidsofMetroWest​ 

Follow Drama Kids on Twitter: https://twitter.com/
                       

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 All Days

          Private Music Lessons - Grades 3 -12 

The district offers private music lessons as an optional opportunity. Lessons are available for students already enrolled in the Wayland Public School district's music program. 

Who can take lessons?
Lessons are for:
Orchestra members, Grades 3 -12
Band members, Grades 4 -12
Chorus members, Grades 6 -12

How do I learn more about private music lessons?  
Program details, faculty biographies, and the registration form are available here. 
Info/Registration

More questions?  Contact the program coordinator.

Bernadette Vanaria, Claypit Hill's music teacher, is the program coordinator. You may email her at Bernadette_Vanaria@wayland.k12.ma.us with any questions.

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HAPPY HOLLOW    

MONDAYS

Volleyball Skills, Drills, and Fun!

Instructor Pam Kainz, a former Happy Hollow parent and experienced volleyball player and coach,  brings her program to Happy Hollow each spring. Geared for Grades 4 and 5 students, Volleyball Skills, Drills, and Fun! is a great introduction to the fundamental skills of volleyball. In 2019, it will be a five-week course offered on Mondays.  Opportunities to play volleyball are now part of Wayland Middle School and Wayland High School's athletic programs.

Location:  Happy Hollow Gymnasium
When:  Mondays, April 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20, 2019
3:15 pm - 4:15 pm
Fee: $70
Minimum Enrollment: 8     Maximum: 14
Registration Deadline:  Friday, March 22, 2019

Here is the registration form with additional details:

volleyballhappyhollow19final.doc

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Chinese Language & Culture

Started in 2006, this program is hands-on, active learning for native English speakers. Games, cooking, crafts, literature, and more.
Beginning and Intermediate Levels are being offered.
Check registration form at link below for complete schedules.

Contact: Coco Min Zhou, email, 508-650-4884
Register:  Chinese Language & Culture Registration

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Drama Kids for K-5 

Drama Kids programs are fast-paced and fun, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Program leaders describe their goal as being to “help children reveal their abundant inner self-worth, and we focus on building these life skills through dramatic play like no one else.”

K - 2  and 3 - 5, 14 maximum in each group

Spring dates:  January 29, 2019 through May 14, 2019
3:15 pm- 4:30 pm
Performance Information:  Tuesday, May 14, 2019, 7:00 pm, Wayland Middle School Theatre

The session fee is $275.
Telephone and email:  617-391-0369  
dramakmw@gmail.com 

Social Media

Register On the Web:  www.dramakidsofmetrowest.com 

Facebook:   For up-to-date photos and event announcements: Like the Facebook page www.facebook.com/DramaKidsofMetroWest​ 

Follow Drama Kids on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DramaKidsofMW

 

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WEDNESDAYS

Ages 7 - 11
Fee:  $140, 8 weeks, 10% discount for siblings

This fall marked the debut of Joyful Warrior Yoga in Wayland. The company - KidPowerment - has designed a program that helps young children explore traditional yoga practice "by combining traditional yoga practice with mindful moments. KidPowerment students become familiar with the yoga tools that strengthen their bodies and calm their minds."  The goal includes giving practitioners the ability to transfer the benefits out of the class and into their lives.

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Global Child

French and Spanish Classes

Learning another language is one of the best ways to become part of the global community. Studying a language at a young age is advantageous since children are most receptive to acquiring a new language when young. 
This long-established program (1992)  opens up the world of global languages through hands-on, exciting activities that expose young learners to the language and culture of other parts of the world.

CLASSES AND GRADES   2:05 pm - 2:55 pm

Beginner Spanish    Grades K - 5
Spanish Theme: School Life       Grades 1-5
Beginner French:   Grades K - 5
French Theme:  School Life   Grades 1-5

For questions, contact: Zouhaida Elian at 781-444 -7377 or email zouhaidaelian@yahoo.com

Click here for schedules and to register: 

globallanguageswinter19.docx

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THURSDAY
  

Little Local Vocals Children's Chorus

Grades One through Five

Participation Soars at Happy Hollow in Fall 2018

Just started at Happy Hollow last year, the program now enrolls more than 30 young vocalists. Little Local Vocals is #HappyHollowStrong!

Led by Patrice Buckley, Little Local Vocals has been a highly successful program in Wayland and has more than doubled its enrollment since its 2014 founding. 

Rehearsals are now offered in all three elementary schools, allowing students/families to choose the school/day that fits their schedules. There will be a joint concert (with combined final rehearsal) at the end of each session.

Happy Hollow Music Room  - also offered at Claypit Hill and Loker Schools 

Click here for information and registration for the winter session:  

Chorus Sign-up 18-19 (2).pdf

Email:  Patrice Buckley, director, at:  

Patrice Buckley

Want to see the young vocalists in action?  Check out the Spring 2018 concert online at:  waycam.tv

The district offers private music lessons as an optional opportunity. Lessons are available for students already enrolled in the Wayland Public School district's music program. 

Who can take lessons?
Lessons are for:
Orchestra members, Grades 3 -12
Band members, Grades 4 -12
Chorus members, Grades 6 -12

How do I learn more about private music lessons?  
Program details, faculty biographies, and the registration form are available at web address below. Cut and paste into your browser.

Info/Registration

More questions?  Contact the program coordinator.

Bernadette Vanaria, Claypit Hill's music teacher, is the program coordinator. You may email her at Coordinator's email  with any questions. 

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Claypit Hill School



MONDAY     

Beehive ART Mixed Media Workshop (class is full)

Kindergarten through Grade 3 artists at Claypit Hill School enjoy Beehive Art Mixed Media Workshop, and sessions fill quickly.  Beehive Art has a studio in Wayland on Route 126, but conveniently for Wayland school children, owner Kim Poler brings her programs into the schools for after-school activities..

Class meets upon school dismissal (3:15 pm) and runs until 4:15 pm.  The current session will run until April 22.  To learn more about Beehive Art, go to the link below, but please note that registration for the current class is closed.

REGISTER:  beehiveartstudio.com/workshops

CONTACT:  kimbeehiveart@gmail.com      617-443-7774

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TUESDAY

 

            Little Local Vocals Children's Chorus

                          Grades 1 through 5 

GRADES:  One through Five
LOCATION: Claypit Hill Music Room  - also offered at Loker and Happy Hollow Schools
DATES: Tuesdays, October 2 - January 16 (rehearsal and concert day) 

TIME: 2:05 pm  - 3:00 pm (Claypit Hill students come to theatre upon dismissal) Travel time is built in for students coming from other schools.
Students from all three elementary schools may choose the school/day that fits their schedules. There will be a joint concert (with combined rehearsal) at the end of each session.
Email:  Patrice Buckley, director, at:  Patrice Buckley

Click here for information and registration:  

Chorus Sign-up 18-19 (2).pdf

Check out the most recent concert online at:
waycam.tv

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Global Child

Learning another language is one of the best ways to become part of the global community. Studying a language at a young age is advantageous since children are most receptive to acquiring a new language when young. 

This long-established program (1992)  opens up the world of global languages through hands-on, exciting activities that expose young learners to the language and culture of other parts of the world.

CLASS:
French Upper        Grades  K -5
French Theme: School Life   Grades  1-5
Beginner Spanish       Grades K - 5
Spanish Theme, School Life    Grades 1 - 5

Click here to register: 

globallanguageswinter19.docx

 

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WEDNESDAY

Drama Kids International (K-5)  (wait list)

DESCRIPTION: Drama Kids programs are fast-paced and fun, and the atmosphere is relaxed. Program leaders describe their goal as being to "help children reveal their abundant inner self-worth, and we focus on building these life skills through dramatic play like no one else."  

Grades: K-2 and 3 - 5    (14 maximum in each group) ​

Class Times: Wednesdays, 2:05 pm - 3:15 pm
Dates:  Wednesdays, January 30 - May 15, 2019
Performance Information: May 15, 2019, 6 pm,
Wayland Middle School Theatre 
Telephone and e-mail:  617-391-0369   email: dramakmw@gmail.com

REGISTER AT: 

www.dramakids.com

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              Chinese Language & Culture 

Description: Started in 2006, this program is hands-on, active learning for native English speakers. Games, cooking, crafts, literature, and celebrations of Chinese holidays make learning fun and meaningful.

Time:  2:05 pm - 3:00 pm
Levels: Beginning,  Intermediate, and Advanced Levels
Dates: see website for schedule

Contact:  Coco Min Zhou at 508-650-4884, mzhou728@gmail.com
Register:   Chinese Language & Culture Registration

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THURSDAY   

Joyful Warrior Yoga at Claypit Hill School
Ages 7 - 11

Registration is open for spring 2019 programs. Here are the links:

On the Web: www.kidpowerment.com

 

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Global Child Classes

Learning another language is one of the best ways to become part of the global community. Studying a language at a young age is advantageous since children are very receptive to acquiring new language. 
This long-established program (1992)  opens up the world of global languages through hands-on, exciting activities that expose young learners to the language and culture of other parts of the world.

CLASS:  Beginning Spanish    K - 5
               Spanish Theme: Going Places   1 - 5 

For questions, contact: Zouhaida Elian at 781-444 -7377 or email zouhaidaelian@yahoo.com.

Go directly to Registration Form:
globallanguageswinter19.docx

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ALL DAYS
                       Private Music Lessons 

The district offers private music lessons as an optional opportunity. Lessons are available for students already enrolled in the Wayland Public School district's music program. 

Who can take lessons?

Lessons are for:
Orchestra members, Grades 3 -12
Band members, Grades 4 -12
Chorus members, Grades 6 -12

How do I learn more about private music lessons?  

Program details, faculty biographies, and the registration form are available at the link below, so just click:

Private Music Lessons

More questions?  Contact the program coordinator.

Bernadette Vanaria, Claypit Hill's music teacher, is the program coordinator. You may email her at Bernadette_Vanaria@wayland.k12.ma.us with any questions.
     
Info/Registration

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Wayland Middle School and Wayland High School

 

Private Music Lessons
Register and learn more about the program by cutting and pasting address below in your browser:

Info/Registration

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WAYLAND SCHOOL COMMUNITY PROGRAMS,
COMMUNITY EDUCATION

For additional program information/registration, go to listed websites.  Unless noted otherwise, registration is through individual programs. If you have a suggestion for a class, contact Pat Keefe, WSCP director.  508-358-8616  or Patricia_Keefe@wayland.k12.ma.us

These programs are brought to you by:

Wayland School Community Programs
   Community Education
 The WSCP office is at Loker School, Wayland, MA

                                                      508-358-8616

WSCP Programs
Before/After School Extension   (BASE)
The Children's Way Early Childhood Education
Pegasus Summer Program (Preschool - Entering Grade 6)
Global Languages  -  French, Spanish, and Chinese
Community Education

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