After School Programs - Rawson Saunders School

Rawson Saunders provides a wide variety of after school activities for students grades 1-8. Each program meets one day a week right after school.

Sign-ups for after school programs are closed.

Monday

Dungeons & Dragons: Adventures of the Mystic Realms (Grades 4-5)

Taught by Ashley Barrow

Meets Monday from 3:30-5:00
January 27 - May 6
Does not meet on February 17, March 17, or April 21

Calling all young heroes! 🛡️✨ Step into a world of imagination, teamwork, and epic quests in Adventures of the Mystic Realms, our Dungeons & Dragons group for 4th and 5th graders. Whether you're a brave knight, a clever wizard, or a sneaky rogue, you’ll create a unique character and help shape the story as we journey through magical lands, battle mythical creatures, and solve puzzling mysteries. No experience? No problem! We'll teach you the basics of the game and guide you on your path to becoming a legendary adventurer. Gather your dice and let the adventure begin!

Strum & Sing: Intro to Ukulele (Grades 1-4)

Taught by Michael Hobson

Meets Monday from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 27 - May 6
Does not meet on February 17, March 17, or April 21

If you've ever wanted to learn an instrument, this is the class for you! We'll cover tuning, chords, notes, and strumming patterns that will let you play along with your favorite songs. Instruments will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own from home. Students are encouraged to bring a snack to eat at the beginning of the club.

Swifties Art Club (Grades 1-5)

Taught by Alyssa LeLeux

Meets Monday from 3:30-5:00 PM
January 27 - May 6
Does not meet on February 17, March 17, or April 21

Calling all 1st-5th grade Swifties and artists! If you love Taylor Swift and expressing yourself through art, then this is the perfect after-school club for you! Join Ms. LeLeux as we sing, dance, and create art to our favorite Swiftie songs (Taylor's Version only). Make friendship bracelets, design masterpieces inspired by each of Taylor's iconic eras, and make unforgettable memories with your besties!

Thursday

ART: The Art Box (Grades 5-8)

Drama Club (Grades 3-6)

Taught by Ashley Barrow

Meets Thursday from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 30-May 9
Does not meet March 20

Calling all 3rd to 6th graders with big imaginations and a flair for the dramatic! Whether you dream of being center stage or working behind the scenes, our Drama Club is the perfect place to explore your creativity, build confidence, and make new friends. Together, we’ll learn the basics of acting, storytelling, and stagecraft through exciting games, improv activities, and team projects. This season, we'll collaborate on a special performance to showcase your talent! No experience necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and be ready to shine.

Super Smash Club (Grades 1-8)

Taught by Skyler Williams

Meets Thursday from 3:30-4:#0 PM
January 30-May 9
Does not meet March 20

Welcome to the Super Smash Club, an engaging after-school program where students can enjoy playing Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on the Nintendo Switch. This program fosters a fun and supportive atmosphere where players of all skill levels can improve their gameplay, learn new strategies, and make lasting friendships. From casual matches to friendly competitions, the Super Smash Club emphasizes teamwork, good sportsmanship, and creative problem-solving. Whether your child is an experienced player or just starting out, this program offers something for everyone.

Tuesday

ART: Mini Masterpieces (Grades 1-4)

Taught by Kate Burghardt Scriven

Meets Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 28-May 7
Does not meet on March 18

Now Seeking: creative, curious, big-thinking, aspiring artists! Rawson Saunders Art Club allows children to experience the creative process and the joy of art making in a welcoming studio environment. We will use a variety of techniques and media to produce pieces of artwork that they will be proud to take home.

Robotics: Engineering Marvels (Grades 3-5)

Taught by Ashley Barrow

Meets Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 28-May 7
Does not meet on March 18

Calling all inventors, tinkerers, and future engineers! Dive into the exciting world of robotics in this high-energy Robotics Club for 3rd–5th graders. Get hands-on as we design and build robotic claws and lifts that can stack, grab, and outsmart the competition. Your mission? Engineer creative traps, master tricky challenges, and dominate in epic stacking and moving showdowns! With teamwork, creativity, and a little friendly rivalry, you’ll learn how to turn wild ideas into robotic realities. No experience? No problem—just bring your curiosity and let’s make machines that move and groove!

Scrapbook Studio (Grades 3-6)

Taught by Alyssa LeLeux

Meets Tuesday from 3:30-5:00 PM
January 28 to May 7
Does not meet March 18

Join our fun Scrapbook Studio! This is a special place for all 3rd to 6th graders to get creative and share their stories through scrapbooks. Each week, we’ll explore exciting themes and learn new skills. Get ready to cut, paste, and decorate with stickers, photos, and stamps! Create unique designs and pages to highlight and cherish all of your favorite memories with your family and friends. Bring your photos and ideas, and let’s create amazing scrapbooks you will keep for a lifetime! Students must bring the scrapbook of their choice and selection of printed photos to the first session, all other materials are provided.

Friday

Improv Essentials (Grades 1-8)

Improv Essentials (Grades 1-8)

Taught by Alayna McNamara

Meets Friday from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 31-May 10
Does not meet February 14, March 21, or April 18

Students will learn the art of short-form improv comedy. They will work on sharing their ideas and building on the offers of their peers. Each week, students will be introduced to a new improv skill (adding detail, creating a character, etc.), and they will apply this skill through the context of a fun performance game.

Wednesday

ART: Busy Fingers (Grades 2-6)

Taught by Kate Burghardt Scriven

Meets Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 29-May 8
Does not meet March 19

Now Seeking: creative, curious, big-thinking, aspiring artists! Rawson Saunders Art Club allows children to experience the creative process and the joy of art making in a welcoming studio environment. We will use a variety of techniques and media to produce pieces of artwork that they will be proud to take home.

Creative Crafting (Grades 1-5)

Taught by Ali Edwards

Meets Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 27 - May 6
Does not meet on February 17, March 17, or April 21

An exciting after-school program where creativity knows no bounds! Students will explore a variety of hands-on projects, from making unique jewelry and clay art to making slime and upcycling thrifted materials into brand-new objects. All things crafting is a passion of mine and I would love to share it with students!

Dungeons & Dragons: Legends of the Forgotten Kingdom (Grades 6-8)

Taught by Ashley Barrow

Meets Wednesday from 3:30-5:00 PM
January 29-May 8
Does not meet March 19

Unleash your imagination and forge your legacy in Legends of the Forgotten Realms, our Dungeons & Dragons campaign for 6th–8th graders. Embark on a journey of intrigue and adventure, where the choices you make shape the fate of an epic story.

As a daring adventurer, you’ll explore mysterious dungeons, face powerful foes, and uncover ancient secrets. Craft your own hero, master your role, and work as a team to overcome every challenge. Whether you’re a seasoned player or a curious beginner, this campaign is your chance to bring your wildest fantasies to life.

Riff Ready: Intro to Guitar (Grades 5-8)

Taught by Michael Hobson

Meets Wednesday from 3:30-4:30 PM
January 29-May 8
Does not meet March19

If you've ever wanted to learn an instrument, this is the class for you! We'll cover tuning, chords, notes, and strumming patterns that will let you play along with your favorite songs. Instruments will be provided, but students are welcome to bring their own from home. Students are encouraged to bring a snack to eat at the beginning of the club.

Regular aftercare is available to students for a fee until 5:30 p.m. each full school day (aftercare is not available on half days, holidays, or school breaks). The fee is $20/day for drop-ins and $15/day if scheduled and paid in advance by quarter or semester.

Sign-up for regular aftercare here.

For questions, please contact Alicia Wilson.

* After you have completed registration for your aftercare or after school program(s), parent accounts will be billed for registration. Please note that there is no refund or make-up opportunity for any missed after school classes, classes canceled due to an uncontrollable school circumstance, or for any class withdrawals. Additionally, there are no clubs or programs on school holidays, half-days, or during any student breaks.