After School Enrichment
Winter After School Enrichment
Starting February 2026
Mondays
STEM Club
Grades 3-5
Students will have fun learning Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math concepts while programming a robot to travel through farm- and city-inspired courses. Using kits from the National Inventors Hall of Fame, students will develop knowledge and skills in biology and coding to explore how robots can be used in agriculture. Monday club will be led by 3rd-grade teacher, Mr. Brandon Lee. Cost = FREE
Los estudiantes se divertirán aprendiendo conceptos de Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas mientras programan un robot para recorrer cursos inspirados en la granja y la ciudad. Usando kits del National Inventors Hall of Fame, los estudiantes desarrollarán conocimientos y habilidades en biología y programación para explorar cómo se pueden usar los robots en la agricultura. El club de los lunes será dirigido por el maestro de tercer grado, el Sr. Brandon Lee. Costo = GRATIS
Tuesdays
STEM Club
Grades K-2
Students will have fun learning Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math concepts while building and caring for a robotic pet. Using kits from the National Inventors Hall of Fame, students will develop knowledge and skills in biology, physiology, and circuitry to take apart and diagnose robotic dogs. Tuesday club will be led by 2nd-grade teacher, Ms. Jackie Chang. Cost = FREE
Los estudiantes se divertirán aprendiendo conceptos de Ciencia, Tecnología, Ingeniería y Matemáticas mientras construyen y cuidan una mascota robótica. Usando kits del National Inventors Hall of Fame, los estudiantes desarrollarán conocimientos y habilidades en biología, fisiología y circuitos para desarmar y diagnosticar perros robóticos. El club de los martes será dirigido por la profesora de segundo grado, la Sra. Jackie Chang. Costo= GRATIS
Wednesdays and Thursdays
Games Club
Grades 2-5
Students will have fun playing card games and board games with parent volunteer and educator Gabriel de Los Angeles.
Winter After School Enrichment
Started January 2026
NEW! Mondays
Cartooning
grades K-5
Cartooning is a unique activity that improves artistic ability and teaches storytelling techniques, as it helps kids express ideas visually and in sequence. Our program keeps it simple by teaching children how to create cartoon characters step-by-step, with themes ranging from sea creatures to geometric shapes! Cost = $120
NEW! Mondays
Middle School Art Club
grades 6-8
Broadview Thomson PTA is excited to announce our new Middle-School Art Club! This class will be taught by Mx. Constance Speer, our middle-school's new art teacher. Art activities will include instruction in multiple art forms, allowing students to explore and discover new interests. Artists of all abilities welcome! Cost = Free (Funded by PTA)
Mondays
Drama Club
grades K-3
Monday Drama Club will focus on the basics of performance, imagination, creative play, and collaboration. Cost = Free (Funded by PTA)
Tuesdays
Origami
grades K-5
After-school Origami introduces students to the Japanese art of paper folding. An expert instructor will guide students step-by-step as they develop patience and precision. Great for beginners, with extra challenges for returning students, Origami provides hands-on, engaging fun. Cost = $135
Tuesdays
Spring Musical Prep
grades 4-8
This prep class is offered so students who want to participate in the Spring Musical can feel prepared for their audition. All 4th-8th-grade students welcome, even if you’re not sure about auditioning yet. Cost = Free (Funded by PTA)
Wednesdays
Art Wizards
grades K-5
Art Wizards allows students to practice and develop their drawing skills. With a different focus each week (birds, sea animals, people, landscapes, cartoon characters, mythical creatures...), our veteran instructor helps students build confidence and unlock their creativity. Cost = $136
Wednesdays
Drama Club
grades K-3
Wednesday Drama Club will focus on the basics of performance, imagination, creative play, and collaboration. Cost = Free (Funded by PTA)
Thursdays
Chess
grades K-5
After-school Chess teaches students the rules and strategies of the game. With new lessons each session, friendly gameplay, and group discussions about chess tactics and timing, this after-school opportunity is fun for beginners and seasoned players alike. Cost = $126
FAQs
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Yes! If the lottery selects one of your children, we will automatically select your other children.
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This is a new plan we are trying this year to increase accessibility and equity for all families. Some families are not able to sign up right away and we still want their children to participate. We will randomly select participants when we close the lottery, and then families will be notified via email or text.
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Yes! The PTA would love to give out scholarships to cover part of the tuition for the parent-paid activities. Please reach out to enrichment@broadviewthomsonpts.com.
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If your child does not receive a spot during this round of after-school activities, we will make every effort to select them in the next round. i.e., if they do not get to participate in fall drama club, we will try our best to include them in winter drama club.
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Please send a reminder email to enrichment@broadviewthomsonpta.com.
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Many of the activities will be offered several times per year, and some will change slightly. For example, 4th-8th-grade drama club may turn into preparation for the school musical production in the spring.
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Please email enrichment@broadviewthomsonpta.com