THE ACADEMIES Sports • Fine Arts • Enrichment Spring 2023
THE ACADEMIES
ABOUT
The First Academy is excited to continue offering 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 last two sessions are outlined in this brochure.
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, are offered 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.
“After school programs support social, emotional, cognitive, and academic development, reduce risky behaviors, promote physical health, and provide a safe and supportive environment for children.” youth.gov
GENERAL INFORMATION
REGISTRATION
Registration for The Academies will be held online beginning Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9am using the Camp Brain registration website: http://tfaacademies.campbrainregistration.com
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).
FEES
Fees for The Academies must be paid as listed in the online registration form. The fees are set for all students, staff/non-staff.
REFUND POLICY
The student will receive a full refund less expenses incurred (processing fee) if withdrawing from a program offering before Tuesday, January 17, 2023 for Session 3, and before Monday, March 13, 2023 for Session 4. 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.
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 regulations.
DRESS CODE
Students may stay in their TFA school uniforms for all programs unless instructed otherwise by the course instructor/coach.
OVERALL PEEK: SESSION 3
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Pre-K 2, Pre-K 3, and Pre-K 4
TK / Kindergarten
Little Food Artists *PreK 3 and Pre-K 4 only
Art Club *K only Football (practices)
First Grade
Art Club Ceramics Football (practices)
Little Kickers *PreK 3 and Pre-K 4 only Ballet and Movement *K4 only
Little Bakers *PreK 3 and Pre-K 4 only Little Musicians
Ballet and Movement Golf Coding *K only Tennis Football Games
Intro to Art Techniques Ballet and Jazz *4-5pm
Second Grade
Art Club Ceramics
Intro to Art Techniques Football (practices)
Ballet and Jazz *4-5pm
Third Grade
Ceramics Coding
My First Piggy Bank
Golf Coding Tennis Football Games
Golf Coding Tennis
My First Piggy Bank
Football Games Magic Carpet Ride My First Piggy Bank
Fourth Grade
Fifth Grade
Speak Up! Ceramics Coding
Speak Up! Ceramics Coding
Intro to Art Techniques Football (practices)
“Uth” Bakers Ballet and Jazz *4-5pm Golf Football Games Magic Carpet Ride Typing Club
Intro to Art Techniques Football (practices)
“Uth” Bakers Ballet and Jazz *4-5pm Golf
Football Games Magic Carpet Ride Typing Club
Beginner Tennis Adv. Tennis *4-5pm
Beginner Tennis Adv. Tennis *4-5pm
“Uth” Bakers Ballet and Jazz *4-5pm Golf Football Games Magic Carpet Ride Typing Club
Intro to Art Techniques Football (practices)
Beginner Tennis Adv. Tennis *4-5pm
LS TEAM SPORTS
LS Flag Football League (TK-5th Grades, Co-ed)
Thursday games, Session 3
Students will practice once per week at TFA. K-1st grades practice on Mondays and 2nd-5th grades practice on Tuesdays. Teams will have games on Thursdays at rotating locations. More details on game times will follow closer to the start of the session in January. (Max. number of students depends on coaching availability)
Teams are coached by parent volunteers
Cost: $150
LS Basketball League (TK - 5th Grades) Session 4
SPORTS CLINICS
Golf (TK-5th Grades)
Wednesdays, Session 3 and 4
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. (18 students max.)
TGA Premier Golf
Cost: $150 Session 3 $150 Session 4
Tennis (Sessions 3 and 4)
K-2nd Grades: Wednesdays, 3-3:30pm
3rd-5th Grades Beginner Tennis: Fridays, 3-4pm
3rd-5th Grades Advanced Tennis: Fridays, 4-5pm
The Tennis Skills Clinic will focus on learning and improving the fundamentals of tennis including groundstrokes, volleys, serves, footwork, scoring, and match play. Each session will include individual instruction, group drills, fun games, and team and individual competitions. Players will need to wear athletic tennis shoes and bring water and a racket daily. (10 students max.)
Elite Tennis Academy
Cost: $100/Session (TK-2nd Grades) $125/ Session (3rd-5th Grades)
Tennis - Private Lessons (TK-5th Grades)
Elite Tennis Academy is now offering private (one-on-one) tennis lessons to TFA Lower School students! Days and times are scheduled individually with coaches. Lessons are packaged in various formats. Please see the registration website for options.
Cost: 30 minute Private Lessons: $40
SPORTS CLINICS
LS Baseball Clinic (TK-5th Grades)
January 9th-12th (M-Th), 3:00-4:30pm Location: PSAC
Students will work on developing baseball skills, no matter what their current skill level is. If you have a bat or glove, bring them with you!
Scott Grove, Lead Coach Cost: $100
LS Basketball Clinic (TK-5th Grades)
March 6th - 9th (M-Th), 3:00-4:30pm
Students will work on developing basketball skills including shooting, layups, dribbling, and defense.
Kevin Hall, Lead Coach Cost: $100
Students will work on developing football skills, no matter what their current skill level is. This is great preparation for the upcoming Flag Football League in January.
Leroy Kinard, Lead Coach Cost: $100
LS Soccer Clinic (TK-5th Grades)
December 12th - 15th (M-Th), 3:00-4:00pm Location: Lower School Field
Students will work on developing soccer skills including dribbling, shooting, passing, and defense.
Mark Hansen, Lead Coach Cost: $100
'Jars of Clay' Ceramics (1st-5th Grades)
Mondays, Session 3
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. (16 students max.)
Cynthia Collins, Instructor
Cost: $120
Art Club
Mondays, Session 3 (K-2nd Grades)
Mondays, Session 4 (3rd-5th Grades)
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, and older students will have a chance to complete a sewing project. (16 students max.)
Atlee Swartz, Instructor
Cost: $120
FINE ARTS
Intro to Art Techniques
Tuesdays, Session 3 (1st-5th Grades)
New title, same concept! Previously titled “Art Club with Mrs. Moseler” is now rebranded as Intro to Art Techniques. Each week, students will learn about a famous artist and the techniques they used. Students will practice these techniques in creating a masterpiece of their own! Artists and artwork will be different from Session 2 for those students who want to repeat this fine arts class. Class will be held in the US art room with Mrs. Moseler. (16 students max.)
Kim Moseler, Instructor
Cost: $120
FINE ARTS - YEAR LONG COURSES
The Academies is excited to continue 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. (A $25 Showcase Fee will be applied to the spring semester tuition.)
Ballet and Movement (K4, TK and Kindergarten) WAITLISTING
Tuesdays, Year Long Program 3-4pm Cost: $520/year, $260 per semester
Ballet and Jazz Combo (1st through 5th Grades) 3 SPOTS OPEN
Tuesdays, Year Long Program *4-5pm Cost: $520/year, $260 per semester
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.
Choir meets on Tuesdays or Wednesdays; Mrs. Savage will contact families upon student registration for their assigned day. (30 student max)
Instructor: Debi Savage
ENRICHMENT
Introduction to Coding
Mondays (3rd-5th Grades), Sessions 3 and 4 Wednesdays (K-2nd Grades), Session 3 and 4
Students will grow their problem-solving abilities, creativity, and project management skills through participation in this engaging class. Students will be introduced to the basic principles of programming, including algorithms and logic. Students will also write and test their own codes. (16 students max.)
Elaine Connell, Instructor
Cost: $120 (K-2nd Grade) $100 (3rd-5th Grade)
Magic Carpet Ride (2nd - 5th Grades) Thursdays, Session 3
Students will get a taste of new cultures as they ‘travel’ through different countries each week. At each stop they will learn about traditional styles of dress, common foods, and foreign languages as they ‘fly’ around the world. (16 students max.)
Kaylee Owen, Instructor Cost: $120 “Uth” Bakers (3rd - 5th Grades) Tuesdays, Session 3
Come explore the basics of cuisine preparation at school with hands-on experiences that promote imagination and creativity in your youth chef. Students will be creating their own recipe book as they make new food each week. (16 students max.)
Kayla Uth, Instructor Cost: $140
ENRICHMENT
My First Piggy Bank (TK-2nd Grades)
Fridays, Session 3
Earn, save, spend, donate! Let's learn about money! This innovative program provides a solid foundation on financial literacy for kids in a fun setting. Games and hands-on activities help students internalize key concepts (like money, budgeting and saving) in an engaging and supportive environment fostering teamwork. Students use their arts & crafts skills to make their own piggy bank! (15 students max.)
SPARK Business Academy Cost: $100
Typing Club (3rd-5th Grades)
Thursdays, Session 3 (No class 3/2)
Work smarter by learning how to type! As school work becomes increasingly performed in computers, today’s busy students can save time by learning to type effectively. Finish your homework in half the time. Students use a personalized system that allows them to progress at their own pace with a mix of typing lessons, drills, games and tests. Instant accuracy feedback after every lesson. Move from beginner to intermediate to advanced and earn badges for every level conquered! Includes external keyboard for your student to keep to use with their school iPad! (15 students max.)
SPARK Business Academy Cost: $130
Speak Up! (4th through 6th Grades)
Mondays, Sessions 3 and 4
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.)
Jeff Rossmeissl, Instructor Cost: $100 / session
CLICK HERE to register beginning Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9am.
LITTLE ACADEMIES
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
Little Food Artists Little Kickers Little Bakers Little Musicians
Little Bakers (Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4)
Wednesdays, 3-3:45pm
January 25th through March 1st; No class Feb. 8
Come explore the basics of cuisine preparation at school with hands-on experiences that promote imagination and creativity. Through the Little Bakers program, your little chef will build life skills, work socially with others, and be more apt to try new foods he or she created themselves! (12 students max.)
Neia Santiago, Instructor
Cost: $95/ 5-week session
Little Kickers (Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4)
Tuesdays, Year-Round Program - Semester 2 starting January 24th; 2:45-3:15pm
We are excited to welcome back “Happy Feet,” a newly renamed soccer clinic designed for those parents looking for a fun and non-competitive soccer-focused extracurricular activity to add to their little one’s schedule. Clinics are delivered in an environment designed to ensure that kids have fun, but also learn skills along the way! (15 students max.)
Upfield Orlando Instructors
Cost: $210 / Semester (10 sessions from 1/24-3/28)
Little Musicians (Pre-K 2 through Pre-K 4) Thursdays, Year-Round Program - Semester 2 starting January 5th; 2:45-3:30pm
Children thrive on music! It’s one of the best vehicles to help young children learn. Kindermusik takes musical learning to the next level. In every Kindermusik class, your child is welcomed into a playful and nurturing environment where they will sing, move, play instruments, and hear stories—all while developing social skills, problem-solving skills, pre-math skills, and a foundation for reading. This research-based curriculum focuses on whole-child development, giving the brain and body a complete workout! Includes digital family access for more learning at home! (12 students max.)
Grow and Sing Instructors
Cost: $280 / Semester 2 (12 sessions from 1/5-4/6)
Little Food Artists (Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4) Mondays, 3-3:45pm
January 23rd through February 27th; No class Feb. 20
Learning is sweet with art that you can eat! Have some fun and play with your food while creating something special. Learn how to give up the paintbrush in favor of apples, peppers and more to create beautiful works of art using food! (12 students max.)
Sharonda Snyder, Instructor
Cost: $95/ 5-week session
MIDDLE SCHOOL OPPORTUNITIES
Creative Writing Club (6th-9th Grades)
Thursdays, 3-4pm; January 6th through February 9th
Do you have stories in your head you want to turn into books? Come to the creative writing club, and learn how to do just that. We will practice the basics of some different aspects of creative writing and workshop with each other to help better our craft. Regardless of if you want to be a published author someday, or if you just enjoy thinking of little stories to pass the time, there is a place for you at the creative writing club. (20 students max)
Megan Lung, Instructor Cost: $120 American Red Cross Babysitting Course (Ages 11-15)
The purpose of this course is to provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills; learn how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe and help children behave; and learn about basic child care and basic first aid. In order to receive the end of course certification, students must attend all 6 classes and demonstrate competency in all observable skills. (15 students max.)
Michelle Mason, Instructor Cost: $160
Speak Up! (4th through 6th Grades) Mondays, Sessions 3 and 4
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.)
Jeff Rossmeissl, Instructor Cost: $100
CLICK HERE to register beginning Monday, December 5, 2022 at 9am.