ACADEMIESTHE Sports • Fine Arts • Enrichment Fall 2022
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TheABOUTFirstAcademy announces The Academies: an all encompassing after school program that includes team sports and sports clinics, performing and fine arts classes, as well as enrichment classes for students from preschool through 5th grade. The Academies is designed to offer students exposure to a wide variety of activities and experiences throughout their time in Lower School. The majority of The Academies sports and classes are offered after school in four yearly sessions with advanced registration. The first two sessions are outlined in this brochure.
Session 1: August 22, 2022 - October 1, 2022
Session 2: October 10, 2022 - November 18, 2022 Session 3: January 23, 2023 - March 3, 2023 Session 4: March 20, 2023 - April 28, 2023 Each program will include one weekly practice or class per week and will be approximately one hour in length, beginning after the school day ends. Please note that some sports will have an additional day for practice or games. The Academies also has year-long dance and choir programs. Additional sports clinics, typically led by our TFA Varsity Coaches, will be added throughout the year before or after the sessions listed above. An enrollment fee is required for any student registered. If you would like to be involved in The Academies or would like to recommend an instructor, please contact Corey Wall, Auxiliaries Program Manager, at coreywall@thefirstacademy.org.
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REFUND POLICY
Please note that if you have previously used a Camp Brain account, you may use the same login for your child(ren) and their information will be stored. Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Courses will be closed when capacity is reached, and a waitlist will be in place. Capacity for sports may be limited based on availability of practice space and coach availability. After registration, families will be contacted as to their specific class(es).
their TFA school uniforms for all programs unless instructed otherwise by the course instructor/coach.
GENERAL INFORMATION
The student will receive a full refund less expenses incurred (processing fee) if withdrawing from a program offering before Monday, August 22, 2022 for Session 1, and before Monday, October 10, 2022 for Session 2. No refunds will be made after this date. If a student is asked to leave the sport or course for disciplinary reasons no refund will be permitted.
will be held online beginning Monday, August 15th, 2022 using the Camp Brain registration website: http://tfaacademies.campbrainregistration.com
CANCELLATION & WITHDRAWAL
The First Academy reserves the right to cancel any program for which there is insufficient enrollment. The designated participation maximum is listed under the course description. All fees will be refunded in the event that the course minimum is not met. This application is made with the understanding that The First Academy reserves the right to request withdrawal of any student whose conduct, influence, attendance, or progress is regarded as undesirable or unsatisfactory, or who fails to conform to rules and StudentsDRESSregulations.CODEmaystayin
FeesFEESfor The Academies must be paid as listed in the online registration form. The fees are set for all students, staff/non-staff.
OVERALL PEEK: SESSION 1 AUGUST 22 - OCTOBER 1 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday K4 Ballet and Movement TK /Kindergarten Ballet and LacrosseCheerleadingMovement*Konly Golf First Grade Art Club Ballet and Jazz Cheerleading*4-5pmLacrosse Golf Second Grade Art Club Ballet and Jazz CrossCheerleading*4-5pmCountryLacrosse Golf Cross Country Third Grade Art Club Ballet and Jazz CrossCheerleading*4-5pmCountryLacrosse Golf CrossTriviaCountryTroop Fourth Grade Speak Up! Art VolleyballClub(Games) Ballet and Jazz CrossCheerleading*4-5pmCountryLacrosse WatercolorVolleyballGolfWednesdays CrossTriviaCountryTroop Fifth Grade Speak Up! Volleyball (Games) Ballet and Jazz CrossCheerleading*4-5pmCountryLacrosse WatercolorVolleyballGolfWednesdays CrossTriviaCountryTroop All practices and classes are 3-4pm, unless otherwise noted.
Cross Country (2nd-5th Grades)
TGA Premier Golf Cost: $130 Session 1 $150 Session 2
SPORTS Golf (TK-5th Grades) Wednesdays, Session 1 and 2
Tuesday/Thursdays, Session 1
Athletes will train twice per week in preparation for two local races within their session. This is a great addition to any sports program, or just to promote a healthy lifestyle in your child. The aim is to encourage healthy habits in a safe way while having lots and lots of fun! This class will include education on warming up, cooling down, endurance, healthy eating habits, and staying hydrated. Everyone who participates should be ready for a 2K at the end of the course! (20 students max.)
Come cheer with us! Learn proper motions and technique, jumps, cheers, dance, and basic stunt techniques. Cheerleaders will also enjoy fun games and activities. Go Royals! (20 students max.)
Lower School Golf combines athletic skill development activities, academic lessons related to sports, and life lessons in perseverance, sportsmanship, and leadership. Our dedicated coaching staff help players advance their skills, knowledge, and passion for golf while they build friendships and life-long memories. All equipment provided. (12 students max.)
Ashley Rowley, Lead Coach Cost: $120
Luciane Bauman, Lead Coach Cost: $150
Ike Crofoot, John Crescenti, Bo Morgan, and Ricardo Walker, Lead Coaches Cost: $150 Come learn to play the fastest game on two feet! We will cover all lacrosse fundamentals and play mini games! All experience levels are welcome and no equipment needed.
Our Lower School Volleyball League is back! We are excited to continue partnering with other local schools for the fall. Practice will be held once per week at TFA. Games will also be once per week, at rotating locations.
Reed Reynolds, Lead Coach Cost: $120 SPORTS LS Soccer League (TK-5th Grades) Monday practices, Session 2
(Max. Students depends on coaching availability) Josh Andone, Lead Coach, along with a team of parent volunteers Cost: $150
LS Volleyball League (4th-5th Grades) Mondays and Wednesdays, Session 1
Students will practice once per week at TFA and have games once per week, at rotating locations. More details on game days will follow closer to the start of the session in October.
(20 students max.)
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Dr. Ashlee Mikels, Instructor Cost: $120 Session 1 $140 Session 2
Students will explore hand building, throwing, and glazing techniques to create 3 beautiful pieces. They will gain understanding of our walk with the Potter while working with the Clay, as well as witness the kiln firing process, relating it to the refining fire of the Holy Spirit. (18 students max.)
Atlee Swartz, Instructor Cost: $120 'Jars of Clay' Ceramics (1st-5th Grades) Mondays, Session 2
Students who would like a little extra time in the art room to sharpen their skills and use their creativity can participate in the art club after school. Art Club will be held in the LS art room with Mrs. Swartz. We will be using a wide variety of mediums to draw and paint. Also, we will use air-dry clay. Grades 3-4 will get a chance to paint small glass jars, as well. (12 students max.)
Cynthia Collins, Instructor Cost: $120 Wednesdays (4th and 5th Grades) Wednesdays, Sessions 1 and 2 you like to paint? Have you ever tried to watercolor? With just a cup of water and a few paints, you can create incredible pieces of art! Come have fun while you learn to create art using watercolor! (15 students max.)
FINE ARTS Watercolor
Ballet and Movement (K4, TK and Kindergarten) Tuesdays, Year Long Program 3-4pm Cost: $520/year, $260 per semester Ballet and Jazz Combo (1st through 5th Grades) Tuesdays, Year Long Program *4-5pm Cost: $520/year, $260 per semester FINE ARTS - YEAR LONG COURSES The Academies is excited to announce a year-long partnership with Xplosive Dance Academy! Xplosive Dance Academy provides a professional, artistic, and fun learning environment for all ages and levels. For 26 weeks, your child will learn elements of dance to help improve their strength, flexibility, range of motion, coordination, and balance. There is limited availability in both year-long classes. (15 students max) Each program will end in a showcase for parents to attend. (Showcase fees will be applied to the spring semester tuition.) Lower School Choir (3rd - 5th Grades) Students in the Lower School Choir will meet one day a week before school from 7:10am-7:50am for the 2022-2023 school year. Tuesdays: 4th and 5th Grades (30 student max) Wednesdays: 3rd Grade (30 student max) Instructor: Debi Savage Cost: $175.00
Jeff Rossmeissl, Troop (3rdTroop Owen’s Time to Climb, Geography,
room as we sharpen our knowledge by learning new facts and preparing for quiz based competitions (Kahoot,
etc.) Subjects will range from Science, Sports,
Speak Up! (4th and 5th Grades) Mondays, Sessions 1 and 2 Attention, TFA students! Do you want to improve your speaking abilities, ask the big questions, and provide replies to the big questions? Then, you will want to join us for debate classes each week. Debate training teaches you how to think quickly on your feet, and provides the leadership skills you are looking for to be an effective communicator. Come join us for the fun! (18 students max.)
Instructor Cost: $100 ENRICHMENT Trivia
Cost: $100 CLICK HERE to register beginning Monday,
5th Grades) Thursdays, Session 1 Trivia Troopers Wanted! If you enjoy friendly competition and learning about new topics, Trivia
is for you! We will meet weekly in Ms.
15, 2022.
Music, and more! (16 students max.)
Kaylee Owen, Instructor August
