WISE is an afterschool program managed by the Whittier PTO and run by Afterschool Enrichment Solutions.
Our goal is to bring a wide variety of classes, for kids of all interests to support their growth.
We focus on bringing local programs like Slowfire and classes taught by our Whittier staff and Whittier parents, to accomplish the PTO's mission to engage our community.
Scholarships are available to ensure WISE classes are accessible to all students. To register and receive a scholarship please email renee@learningmeansfun.com
Mondays |
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Monday | 3:15-4:15 PM; Start: December 4th, 2023 | End: March 4th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/25, 1/1, 1/15, 2/19 |
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Afterschool Sports and Games – Instructed by Coach Tom | Grades K-5
This program will feature a variety of sports & games in a fun, creative, and constructive environment to help keep your child active after school. Join us for soccer, kickball, capture the flag, and many other classic sports and games. Participants will also have an opportunity to play inventive games created by the coaches! Coach Tom & Team strive to create a positive athletic experience for every participant and is dedicated to helping your child learn, grow, develop, and most importantly have FUN playing sports & games! Please bring a nut-free snack to eat before class, send your athlete with a labeled water bottle and gym shoes.
Cost: $165.00 Class Code: WOP12.4.23 Registration Deadline: November 30th
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Monday | 3:15-4:15 PM Start: December 4th, 2023 | End: March 4th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/25, 1/1, 1/15, 2/19 |
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Ceramics | Grades K-3
Students will get "hands on" with clay! This class will teach the foundational techniques of creating 3 dimensional art with clay using coils, slabs, press molds and hand forming. Students will also learn surface design techniques and various glaze methods. This class is a perfect starting point for any student interested in clay and will build on previous skillsets. All new projects this session!
Cost: $295.00 Class Code: WOP12.4.23A Registration Deadline: November 30th
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Monday | 3:15-4:15 PM Start: December 4th, 2023 | End: March 4th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/25, 1/1, 1/15, 2/19 |
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Fountain of Youth Yoga | Grades K-5
We’ll stretch like dogs and fly like eagles! YogaKids classes use yoga as a springboard for education. Each class explores a different theme through movement, storytelling and meditation. Poses strengthen and stretch muscles. Breathing naturally tunes kids into their energy levels. And books, toys and games make each class fun and educational. Yoga unites the body and mind to improve self-esteem, focus and fitness. To participate fully in the class, children should wear comfortable clothes (e.g., leggings/sweats, not dresses, tights or jeans).
Cost: $167.00 Class Code WOP12.4.23B Registration Deadline: November 30th
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Tuesdays |
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Tuesday | 3:15-4:15 PM; Start: December 5th, 2023 | End: March 5th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/26, 1/2, 1/9, 1/16 |
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Broadway Journey with ELFI Studio | Grades K-2
Join us on a Broadway journey as we explore acting, singing, and dancing with ELFI Studio! Students will learn to find their voice and build their confidence with this fun musical theatre revue class. Expect songs from some of our favorite shows, including Encanto, The Lion King, Hamilton, Sing 2, and more! Class will culminate in a performance at the end of the semester.
Cost: $205.00 Class Code: WOP12.5.23 Registration Deadline: December 1st
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Tuesday | 3:15-4:15 PM; Start: December 5th, 2023 | End: March 5th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/26, 1/2, 1/9, 1/16 |
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Chess Scholars | Grades K-5
Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.
Cost: $163.00 Class Code: WOP12.5.23A Registration Deadline: December 1st
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Tuesday | 3:15-4:15 PM; Start: December 5th, 2023 | End: March 5th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/26, 1/2, 1/9, 1/16 |
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Fine Art for Kids – Instructed by Mrs. Frick | Grades 2-5
Does your child love art? Love to be creative? Love to learn? This after school art enrichment class taught by Phyllis Frick, a retired Brooks Middle School teacher, will give your child many ways to explore and create that will nurture not only their creativity, but will combine other subject matter into fun art projects that will challenge and stimulate their minds while they are learning and having fun. All projects are process based art. No kiots are used and each child's project will be unique and individualized. A few examples of the art activities your child will participate in are Fraction Collages, Animal Track Prints, Microscopic Organism Collages, Oil and Water Don't Mix Notebook making, Flower Dissection Drawings, Linocut Prints, Sculpture with Found Objects, Bead Sculptures, Tessellations, Painting with Flower Pigments and Alebrije Scratch Drawings. All projects will be differentiated to meet each child’s age and ability levels.
Cost: $125.00 Class Code: WOP12.5.23B Registration Deadline: December 1st
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Wednesdays |
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Wednesday | 2:30-4:00 PM Start: December 6th, 2023 | End: March 6th | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/27, 1/3, 1/10, 1/17 |
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The Good Food Experience– Presented by Schoolhouse Kitchen + Studio | Grades K-5
The Good Food Experience invites young people to engage with our local food system from seed to plate. Complex issues such as global warming, hunger relief and biodiversity are examined through hands-on experiences in the garden and in the kitchen. Students will learn practical life skills, like seed starting, and impressive culinary skills, like pasta making, that will inform a lifetime of thoughtful food choices and fun in the kitchen! Tastings, gardening projects and hands-on cooking classes are all part of the journey. Taught by Schoolhouse Kitchen + Student (owned by a Whittier Wildcat Family!) www.iloveschoolhouse.com
Cost: $405.00 Class Code: WOP12.6.23 Registration Deadline: December 2nd
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Wednesday | 2:30-4:00 PM Start: December 6th, 2023 | End: March 6th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/27, 1/3, 1/10, 1/17 |
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Multi-Sport Madness – with Legacy Sports | Grades K-5
Our most popular program includes variations of traditional games like relay races, tag, Dodgeball, wiffleball, flag football, and our popular Legacy games like Hand Hockey, Connect 4, and Battleship. We will also get the opportunity to play Floor Hockey! Games will all be played in an intramural format and students will be energized by the fun elements of this athletic, social program. Please bring loose gym clothing to change into or wear to school and a water bottle.
Cost: $218.00 Class Code: WOP12.6.23A Registration Deadline: December 2nd
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Wednesday | 2:30-4:00 PM Start: December 6th, 2023 | End: March 6th, 2024 | Length: 10 sessions Off: 12/27, 1/3, 1/10, 1/17 |
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Ceramics | Grades 2-5
Students will get "hands on" with clay! This class will teach the foundational techniques of creating 3 dimensional art with clay using coils, slabs, press molds and hand forming. Students will also learn surface design techniques and various glaze methods. This class is a perfect starting point for any student interested in clay and will build on previous skillsets. This longer class will allow students to build more complex dimensional projects, such as lidded boxes and elaborate windchimes.
Cost: $380.00 Class Code: WOP12.6.23B Registration Deadline: December 2nd
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Thursdays |
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Thursday | 3:15-4:15 PM Start: December 7th, 2023 | End: March 7th, 2024 | Length: 11 sessions Off: 12/28, 1/4, 2/8 |
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The Good Food Experience – Presented by Schoolhouse Kitchen | Grades K-5
The Good Food Experience invites young people to engage with our local food system from seed to plate. Complex issues such as global warming, hunger relief and biodiversity are examined through hands-on experiences in the garden and in the kitchen. Students will learn practical life skills, like seed starting, and impressive culinary skills, like pasta making, that will inform a lifetime of thoughtful food choices and fun in the kitchen! Tastings, gardening projects and hands-on cooking classes are all part of the journey. Taught by Schoolhouse Kitchen + Student (owned by a Whittier Wildcat Family!) www.iloveschoolhouse.com
Cost: $298.50 Class Code: WOP12.7.23 Registration Deadline: December 3rd
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Thursday | 3:15-4:15 PM Start: December 7th, 2023 | End: March 7th, 2024 | Length: 11 sessions Off: 12/28, 1/4, 2/8 |
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Breakdancing – with the Breaking Program | Grades K-5
Created in 2018, we are a specialty breakdance program that is for anyone wanting to express themselves in a creative, safe, and supportive environment. As an organization we pride ourselves on creating a positive force that influences our students to create self-confidence, earn respect, and to overcome obstacles with patience and hard work.
Cost: $195.75 Class Code: WOP12.7.23A Registration Deadline: December 3rd
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Thursday | 3:15-4:15 PM Start: December 7th, 2023 | End: March 7th, 2024 | Length: 11 sessions Off: 12/28, 1/4, 2/8 |
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STEAM – STEAM Lab – Instructed by Ms. Villasin and Ms. Baker | Grades K-5
This exciting program from Afterschool Enrichment Solutions brings together elements of science, art and math in a hands-on, action-packed environment! Students will conduct experiments, play educational games, and unlock their creativity through building challenges and projects. No experience necessary!
Cost: $185.50 Class Code: WOP12.7.23B Registration Deadline: December 3rd |
This class is brought to you by WISE (Whittier IS Enriched) PTO powered by Afterschool Enrichment Solutions where Learning Means Fun!
Afterschool Enrichment Solutions is an outside vendor management company for this programming. AES is the communication liaison for the vendor, if you have questions, please contact AES
If you have questions or concerns regarding a WISE class management, teacher, etc. Please contact AES directly. If you have questions or concerns regarding the structure of WISE or have suggestions, please email wise@whittierpto.org.
Things to remember:
- Please bring a nut-free snack to eat before class.
- Register early, limited space.
- Please note: WISE does not accept registrations after the deadline. We do not issue refunds unless there is insufficient enrollment. There will be no makeup classes for inclement weather or circumstances beyond our control.
If you have difficulty registering, please contact Afterschool Enrichment Solutions at 847-482-9999 or email: registration@learningmeansfun.com
