Fall 2026 (2026/2027 School Year)
There are a few important updates for the upcoming school year regarding after-school programs. Please review the details below carefully before registering.
- Registration Options: Depending on the vendor, families may have the option to register for the full year. However, all programs will continue to offer quarterly registration as well. If you need to make a change or believe you selected the wrong option, please contact the vendor directly.
- Parent Volunteers: The PTSA does not coordinate parent volunteers for after-school programs. In some cases, vendors may reach out directly to families within their registered student pool to request volunteers. All communication, arrangements, and any compensation are handled between the vendor and the parent.
- Program Dates & Attendance: Start and end dates vary by program, so please review each schedule carefully. It is the family’s responsibility to notify your child’s classroom teacher to ensure a smooth transition from the classroom to the after-school program.
- Questions: All program-related questions should be directed to the individual vendors.
- New Program Suggestions: If you know of a business that may be a good fit for our after-school offerings, please share them here. We welcome new vendor applications, even when current programs are at capacity.
FAQs: Please check here for commonly asked questions about our programs.
Chess by Excel with Chess
⏰ Mondays, 3:30–4:30 pm
📅 Fall Session: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/23, 11/30, 12/7 (off 11/16 & 12/14)
Winter Session: Jan 4th, 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, (off 1/18 & 2/15)
Spring Session: 3/29, 4/5, 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, 6/7, 6/14 (off 4/12 & 5/31)
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Portable 5 | K–5th graders
🏷️ $250
Students will be grouped according to their chess skill and experience. Each class includes a mix of practice play with real-time coaching, an engaging instructional lesson, and a club tournament round where results are tracked throughout the session. At the final class, top finishers will receive trophies and medals. All students will also receive an Excel with Chess Club t-shirt, along with optional weekly homework sheets.
Who should attend the Chess Club and why?
Players from beginners to advanced are welcome at the Chess Club! Make new friends while learning chess skills and practicing together each week. Chess has been proven to improve focus and critical thinking! In our classroom, chess is also a fun game where we build confidence, socialize, and practice sportsmanship.
What will students learn in Chess Club?
We will adjust each Chess Club to the students who attend to make sure all players learn! Beginners will learn chess fundamentals from castling to checkmate. We will learn tactics and checkmate patterns to build confidence in finishing a game. We may even learn advanced tournament skills while learning from famous chess games!
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: If you have any questions, please reach out to Schools@excelwithchess.com
Pokémon Card Game by Tabletop Village
⏰ Mondays, 3:30–4:30 pm
📅 Fall Quarter: 9/14-12/14 (No Club 9/21 & 11/16); Winter Quarter: 1/11-3/15 (No Club 1/18 & 2/15); Spring Quarter: 3/22-6/21 (No Club 4/12 & 5/31)
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Room 185 (main building)
🏷️ $390 for fall, $240 for winter, $360 for spring (sign up for all three for $800)
Tabletop Village is proud to offer our after-school program at your school.
By providing lessons for children to trade and learn how to play the Pokémon Trading Card Game, your children will learn:
- How to contextualize their reading and math skills
- Long-term strategic thinking and planning
- How to make fair and equitable trades
- How to be a kind and sportsmanlike competitor
Our certified Pokémon Professors will provide:
- Decks for the children to play with
- Teaching materials and educational games (Pokécatch, Attach and Attack, Raid Battles, etc.)
- High-quality lessons/presentations on how to play Pokémon TCG!
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Stephen Cham stephen@tabletopvillage.com
AI for Kids by Coding Mind
⏰ Tuesdays, 3:35–4:35 pm
📅 Fall quarter: 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15
Winter quarter: 1/12, 1/19, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16
Spring quarter: 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 5/25, 6/8, 6/15
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Portable 5 | 3rd–5th graders
We are Coding Mind, a school focusing on AI and programming education, founded by senior computer science professors in 2016. We help students from grades K–12 build real-world AI and coding skills through hands-on, project-based learning. We nurture independent learners and future tech leaders by offering flexible, personalized learning pathways including competitions, research, entrepreneurship and more!
Dive into the captivating world of artificial intelligence with our innovative course that involves both block programming and complex AI functionality. Designed specifically for aspiring tech enthusiasts, this course will take you on a journey through essential machine learning concepts using an intuitive, user-friendly version of Scratch. Uncover the secrets of AI without the need for advanced mathematics or computer science expertise. Perfect for beginners, this course harnesses the power of block programming to make complex AI paradigms accessible to all. Stay ahead in the booming AI industry and empower our students with skills that are shaping the future of technology!
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Lei wa@codingmind.com
Art by CreArt Studio
⏰ Tuesdays, 3:30–4:30 pm
📅 Fall: 9/29 – 12/8 (No class on 11/17)
Winter: 1/12 – 3/16 (No class on 2/16)
Spring: 3/23 – 6/8 (No classes on 4/13 & 6/1)
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Room 185 (main building) | K–5th graders
Welcome to Afterschool Art Classes by CreArt!
Each class includes a project introduction, skill-building demonstration, hands-on art making, and creative exploration. Throughout the session, students will work with a variety of materials including painting, drawing, clay, sculpture, collage, and mixed media.
Our projects are designed to encourage creativity, build artistic confidence, and introduce new techniques in a fun and supportive environment. Students will create unique artwork while developing problem-solving skills, fine motor skills, and creative thinking.
Whether your child is new to art or already loves creating, our instructors ensure that every student is encouraged, challenged, and successful at their own level.
No prior art experience is necessary. All materials are included, and students take home a new masterpiece each week!
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Fatima enrichment@creartstudioz.com
WISE Camps STEAM After-school Enrichment Program
⏰ Wednesdays, 1:15–4:30 pm
📅 Fall: 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 11/25
Winter Session: 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10
Spring Session: 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/7, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2, 6/9, 6/16
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Room 185 (main building) | K–5th graders
🏷️ Fall Session: $900 + tax (12 classes); Winter Session: $900 + tax (12 classes) ; Spring Session: $975 + tax (13 classes); Sign up for all 3, receive $225 off the total
Weeks 1 & 2: Pokemon-themed science!
Weeks 3 & 4: Superhero-themed science!
Weeks 5 & 6: Slime Time!
Weeks 7 & 8: K-Pop Demon Hunter-themed science!
Weeks 9 & 10: Mini Med School!
Weeks 11 & 12: Art & Chemistry!
More details here.
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Melissa wisecamps@gmail.com
Debate by Climb The Mountain
⏰ Thursdays, 3:30–5:00 pm
📅 Fall (9 classes): 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 12/3, 12/10
Winter (8 classes): 1/14, 1/21, 1/28 2/4, 2/11, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11
Spring (8 classes): 3/25, 4/1, 4/8, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20
📍 Woodridge Elementary, (Room 185 (main building) | Fall & Winter 4th–5th graders; Spring 3rd-5th graders
Give your child the tools to think critically, speak confidently, and have fun tackling big ideas!
In this program, students will:
- Learn the Pro-Con debate format in supportive, small teams
- Practice building arguments, listening to others, and thinking on their feet
- Receive step-by-step instruction and feedback from experienced coaches
- Gain confidence in public speaking, collaboration, and structured thinking
3rd graders should be strong communicators and eager to participate. Students prepare 20–40 minutes between classes (no prep needed for the first session).
Registration will tentatively open on August 15th, 2026. You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Jim jim@climbthemountain.us
Magikid Robotics
⏰ Thursdays, 3:30–5:00 pm
📅 Fall: 09/17, 09/24, 10/01, 10/08, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/05, 11/12, 12/03, 12/10, 12/17
Winter: 01/14, 01/21, 01/28, 02/04, 02/11, 02/25, 03/04, 03/11, 03/18
Spring: 03/25, 04/01, 04/08, 04/22, 04/29, 05/06, 05/13, 05/20, 05/27, 06/03, 06/10, 06/17
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Portable 5 | K-2nd graders
Magikid Bellevue is excited to introduce young learners to the world of robotics, engineering, and creative problem-solving through our Robotics Explorers program.
Students will primarily work with OLLO robotics kits, building a variety of engaging models while learning fundamental engineering concepts such as gears, structures, motion, balance, and simple machines. Through hands-on building activities, students develop fine motor skills, spatial reasoning, observation skills, and the confidence to follow multi-step engineering designs.
As students gain experience throughout the year, they will also have opportunities to explore introductory VEX GO robotics activities, helping them transition toward more advanced robotics and coding programs in the future.
Our goal is to spark curiosity, encourage creativity, and build a strong STEM foundation through fun, age-appropriate robotics challenges. No prior robotics experience is required. All robotics kits and materials are provided.
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Derek bellevue@magikidlab.com
VEX Robotics – Magikid Robolab Bellevue
⏰ Fridays, 3:30–5:00 pm
📅 Fall: 09/18, 09/25, 10/02, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/06, 11/13, 12/04, 12/11, 12/18
Winter: 01/15, 01/22, 02/05, 02/12, 02/26, 03/05, 03/12
Spring: 03/26, 04/02, 04/09, 04/23, 04/30, 05/07, 05/14, 05/21, 05/28, 06/04, 06/11
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Room 185 (main building) | 2nd AL – 5th graders (Max: 14 students)
Magikid Bellevue is excited to bring hands-on robotics and coding to Woodridge! In this engaging afterschool program, students will build and program robots using VEX GO and VEX IQ kits—the same systems used in worldwide robotics competitions.
Each week, students will work through fun, project-based challenges that combine engineering, problem-solving, and teamwork. From designing moving vehicles to coding sensors for obstacle courses, kids will explore how creativity and technology come together in real-world applications.
Our goal is to spark curiosity, strengthen STEM skills, and prepare students for future opportunities in robotics competitions and beyond. All robotics kits and materials are provided.
A note on mixing new and returning students:
Students work with VEX robots and focus more on completing different missions and game challenges each trimester, such as obstacle navigation, object-pushing games, or team competitions. While some of the core robot structures may be similar (especially for competition-style robots), the themes and challenges change each term, so students are solving new problems and trying different strategies.
Our classes are also designed to work well for mixed experience levels. New students can learn the fundamentals of building and driving robots, while returning students often deepen their skills by improving their designs, experimenting with new strategies, and collaborating with teammates during challenges.
You can sign up for the current quarter or all three quarters. Please choose carefully on the vendor’s website.
Contact: Derek bellevue@magikidlab.com
K-Pop Dance by Tina’s Dance Studio
⏰ Fridays, 3:30–4:30 pm
📅 Fall: 9/18, 9/25, 10/02, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/06, 11/13, 12/04, 12/11, 12/18
📍 Woodridge Elementary, Gym | K–5th graders
Get ready to move, groove, and shine like your favorite K-pop stars! In this fun and energetic after-school program, students will learn the fundamentals of K-pop dance, coordination, and stage performance while building confidence and teamwork. No experience is needed—just bring your energy and excitement!
Registration is currently not open. Registration link will be shared once it is ready.
Contact: Frankie Admin@tinasdancestudios.com
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