Dear Parents:
Herod Elementary PTO is proud to present its Spring 2016 After-School Enrichment Program. Our goal
is to provide a quality after-school program for the children at Herod. Enclosed in this packet are the class
schedule, class descriptions and registration/emergency form. To maintain the quality of our program,
we need your participation and cooperation. Below is information you should read regarding our policies.
REGISTRATION. Registration will begin on Tuesday, January 5th – Friday, January 8th
in the mornings from 7:30am-8am and afternoons from 2:45pm-5:30pm.
Registration is complete only upon receipt of a signed registration form and at least 1/2 of the payment
due (including a $25 registration fee per student). You may submit your payment either by Check, Money
Order, MasterCard, or Visa. Cash payments may ONLY be accepted in person and a receipt will be
provided. Registration cannot be accepted from anyone who has an outstanding balance from any
previous Enrichment session, or other unpaid balance with PTO.
CREDIT CARD PAYMENT CONVENIENCE FEE. A convenience fee of 3% of the payment
amount will be added to credit card payments. This fee is needed to cover the expense of processing your
credit card payment.
EXTENDED PAYMENT PLAN (TWO INSTALLMENTS). An extended payment plan is available
to you as a convenience. First payment (1/2 of Grand Total) is due at registration; Second payment (1/2
of Grand Total) is due March 4th. Please make your payments in a timely manner to avoid late fee
charges. Post-dated checks will not be accepted for any payment. A late fee of $20 will be assessed if
payment is not made within 7 days of due date – by March 11th. We are solely dependent on payment of
tuition and fees to meet our expenses and continue offering such programs. Failure to meet your financial
obligations will result in suspension of your child from Enrichment class(es) if payment is not received by
March 24th.
NON-SUFFICIENT FUNDS POLICY. If your check is returned to us unpaid due to non-sufficient
funds (NSF), your child may be unable to attend classes until the funds are paid (including reimbursement
of any costs to the PTO for the NSF check payment). We reserve the right to refuse any future payments
by check in the event of your payment from a NSF account.
CLASS CANCELLATION. If your child is enrolled in an Enrichment class and it is canceled due to
lack of enrollment, a full refund for that class will be issued. In the event of instructor illness, a substitute
will be provided or students will be contacted as early as possible to inform them of the class cancellation
and make-up day information.
WITHDRAWAL. A student may be withdrawn from any Enrichment class by providing written notice
to the Enrichment Coordinator. A refund will be issued for any classes remaining after the withdrawal
date. A refund cannot be offered if 3 or fewer classes remain. Tuition may not be carried over or held as
credit to another semester.
NO AFTER CLASS SUPERVISION. Absolutely no supervision is provided after enrichment classes
are dismissed unless your child is enrolled in the Extended Day Program. Parents must sign out their
child/children from the Enrichment class instructor in the classroom or from the Coordinator in the
cafeteria after classes have dismissed. All children must be picked up promptly when class is dismissed or
you will be charged a late pick-up fee of $2 per minute starting after the first 5 minutes that class has been
dismissed. After the 5th late pick-up, your child may be suspended from the program.
CONDUCT/DISCIPLINE. In order to provided a safe and nurturing environment in which to teach
Enrichment classes, students must exhibit appropriate behavior. Children enrolled in Enrichment classes
are expected to follow the HISD Code of Conduct required at Herod Elementary. Children who fail to
conduct themselves according to this standard will be given a warning and their parents will be notified of
their misconduct. Continued misconduct will result in notification to Herod Elementary administrators
and/or suspension from the Enrichment Program. Children suspended from the Enrichment program for
misconduct will not be entitled to a refund of any tuition, fees, or registration paid.
EARLY DISMISSAL DAYS. YES, Enrichment does take place on early dismissal days! On days
when early dismissal is at 12:30pm, Enrichment classes will begin at 12:45pm. Children should be
picked up from their Enrichment classroom or from the cafeteria when their Enrichment class ends
(usually about 1:45pm for the first hour of classes; about 2pm for Karate and 2:15pm for second hour
Piano class), except children in Extended Day who will go to their Extended Day group.
NOTIFICATION. Herod Elementary PTO After-School Program is a separate entity from Herod
Elementary School. It is important that you notify the Enrichment office in writing or via e-mail when
your child will be absent, or you have updated information such as an address change or medical
information. Emails should be sent to Cheryl Phillips at CPhilli8@houstonisd.org.
NO FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. Financial assistance or scholarships are not available for Enrichment
classes. There are no discounts for siblings, or for enrollment in multiple classes.
Classes begin the week of January 11th. Classes end the week of May 9th.
We are looking forward to another successful session of the After-School Enrichment Program. If you
have any concerns or questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Cheryl G. Phillips
After-School Enrichment Coordinator
E-Mail: CPhilli8@houstonisd.org
Telephone: 713.778.3315
These are our NEW CLASS OFFERINGS THIS SEMESTER!
Sign Language (ASL) Grades 1st - 5th on Mondays
Get Moving - Fitness Grades 3rd -5th on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Quaver Creators - Music Grades 3rd - 5th on Thursdays
Herod PTO After-School Enrichment Program
SPRING 2016 Registration Form
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Student Name
Homeroom Teacher
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Parent/Legal Guardian’s Name(s)
Home Phone
Cell Phone
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Billing Address
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City
State
Zip code
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Total Due to Herod PTO
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(REGISTRATION, TUITION, &FEES)
Parent Signature_________________________Printed Name________________________ Date _______
If you are using our Installment Payment Plan,
Second Installment Payments Due Friday, March 4, 2016
For Office Use Only
Amount
Type of Payment
Balance
Payment #1
Registration
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Payment #2
by March 4th
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Make Checks Payable to Herod PTO
Please Complete Back of Form!
Herod PTO After-School Enrichment Program
Emergency Form SPRING 2016
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Student’s Name
Homeroom Teacher
Grade
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Father’s Name
Mother’s Name
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Father’s Home #
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Father’s Work #
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Father’s Cell #
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Mother’s Home #
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Mother’s Work #
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Mother’s Cell #
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E-mail
Is your child enrolled in the Extended-Day (After-Care) Program? ______________
Will he/she travel home by him/herself? ______________________
Individuals Authorized to pick up my child (other than Parents/Guardian):
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Name
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Work Phone #
Cell Phone #
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Name
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Work Phone #
Cell Phone #
Medical Emergency Information
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Any Medical Condition
Blood Type if Known
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Name of Family Physician Address
Phone #
Although we take all reasonable precautions and treat the children with all the T.L.C. possible, because of the
nature of some of the classes, a few bumps, and tumbles can be expected. Herod PTO After-School
Enrichment Program, class teachers, Herod Elementary School and HISD are not responsible for any injury
occurring as a result of regular class participation.
I give permission for my child to participate in the classes I chose in Herod’s After-School Enrichment
Program.
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Parent or Legal Guardian’s Signature
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Date
Herod Enrichment Class Schedule - SPRING 2016
MONDAY
End
Room
4:30
Art Room
4:20
Park
4:30
Room 158
4:30
Room 206
4:30
Room 190
4:30
Cafeteria
4:45
MPR
4:15
Room 188
4:15
TBA
4:30
Room 213
TUESDAY
Course Name
Grade Day
Time End
Room
Art Mixed Media
2-5
Tues
3:30
4:30
Art Room
Ballet Folklorico Dance 1-5
Tues
3:30
4:45
5th Grade Pod
Basketball
2-5
Tues
3:30
4:20
MPR
Cheer
PK-2
Tues
3:30
4:30
Cafeteria
Chess – Beg/Int.
K-5
Tues
3:30
4:30
Room 195
Chess- Adv. Tourn.
1-5
Tues
3:30
4:30
Room 188
Computer Animation
3-5
Tues
3:30
4:40
Computer Lab
Get Moving – Fitness
2-5
Tues/Thur 3:30
4:30
Playground
Piano Keyboarding (Adv) 2-5
Tues
4:00
4:50
Room 177
Soccer
PK-2
Tues
3:30
4:20
Playground
Soccer
2-5
Tues
3:30
4:30
Playground
Speak Up!
3-5
Tues
3:30
4:30
TBA
Theater
K-5
Tues
3:30
4:30
Room 106
WEDNESDAY
Course Name
Grade Day
Time End
Room
Engineering
2-5
Wed
3:30
4:30
Room 205
Flag Football
2-5
Wed
3:30
4:20
Playground
Gymnastics
PK-2
Wed
3:30
4:15
Cafeteria
Gymnastics
2-5
Wed
3:30
4:30
Cafeteria
Karate
K-5
Mon/Wed 3:30
4:45
MPR
Mad Science
K-5
Wed
3:30
4:30
Room 198
Piano Keyboarding(Beg) K-5
Wed
3:30
4:20
Room 198
Piano Keyboarding(Adv) 3-5
Wed
4:25
5:15
TBA
Zumba
K-5
Wed
3:30
4:20
1st Grade Pod
THURSDAY
Course Name
Grade Day
Time End
Room
Clay Creations
2-5
Thurs 3:30
4:45
Art Room
Cooking
2-5
Thurs 3:30
4:30
Room 158
Engineering
PK-2
Thurs 3:30
4:30
Room 171
Get Moving – Fitness
2-5
Tues/Thur 3:30
4:30
Playground
Guitar (Beginner)
1-5
Thurs 3:30
4:15
Room 108
Guitar (Advanced)
1-5
Thurs 4:20
5:05
Room 108
Hip Hop Dance
PK-2
Thurs 3:30
4:30
Cafeteria
Mad Science
K-5
Thurs 3:30
4:30
Room 183
Quaver Creators Music 3-5
Thurs 3:30
4:30
Room 105
Robotics
1-5
Thurs 3:30
5:00
Room 213
Team Games
3-5
Thurs 3:30
4:30
MPR
Violin (Beginner)
1-5
Thurs 3:30
4:20
Room 188
Violin (Advanced)
2-5
Thurs 4:25
5:15
Room 188
Course Name
Art Mixed Media
Baseball
Cake Decorating
Club Etiquette
Creative Writing
Fencing
Karate
Mad Science
Sign Language
Spanish
Grade
K-1
K-3
K-5
PK-5
3-5
1-5
K-5
PK-K
1-5
K-5
Day
Mon
Mon
Mon
Mon
Mon
Mon
Time
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
Mon/Wed 3:30
Mon
3:30
Mon
3:30
Mon
3:30
Tuition
185.00
190.00
185.00
240.00
185.00
220.00
310.00
185.00
180.00
250.00
Fees
25.00
Total
210.00
Glove
190.00
35.00 220.00
25.00 265.00
15.00 200.00
0.00
220.00
Uniform 310.00
0.00
185.00
20.00 200.00
20.00 270.00
Tuition
195.00
190.00
190.00
190.00
165.00
180.00
195.00
265.00
230.00
180.00
180.00
180.00
180.00
Fees
25.00
Outfit
0.00
50.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
30.00
0.00
0.00
5.00
0.00
Total
220.00
190.00
190.00
240.00
165.00
180.00
195.00
265.00
260.00
180.00
180.00
185.00
180.00
Tuition Fees
Total
265.00 0.00
265.00
190.00 0.00
190.00
165.00 0.00
165.00
165.00 0.00
165.00
(continued from Monday)
225.00 0.00
225.00
230.00 30.00 260.00
230.00 30.00 260.00
185.00 0.00
185.00
Tuition Fees
Total
195.00 30.00 225.00
190.00 35.00 225.00
265.00 0.00
265.00
(continued from Tuesday)
210.00 20.00 230.00
210.00 20.00 230.00
190.00 35.00 225.00
225.00 0.00
225.00
195.00 0.00
195.00
275.00 0.00
275.00
190.00 0.00
190.00
230.00 20.00 250.00
230.00 20.00 250.00
Course Names in Bold are new courses at Herod this semester
See FRIDAY Class Listings on Reverse Side!
Herod Enrichment Class Schedule - SPRING 2016 (continued)
Course Name
Ballet Dancing Stars
Crafty Girl Creations
Golf (Little Birdies)
Model Building 101
Piano Keyboarding(Adv)
Piano Keyboarding(Beg)
Team Games
Tennis
Grade
PK-2
1-5
1-5
1-3
K-5
K-5
1-2
2-5
Day
Fri
Fri
Fri
Fri
Fri
Fri
Fri
Fri
Time
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
3:30
4:25
3:30
3:30
FRIDAY
End
Room
4:30
Cafeteria
4:30
Room 195
4:30
Playground
4:30
Room 202
4:20
Room 198
5:15
Room 198
4:30
MPR
4:30
Courts-Park
Tuition
180.00
180.00
180.00
180.00
230.00
230.00
180.00
170.00
Fees
50.00
30.00
0.00
50.00
30.00
30.00
0.00
Racket
Course Names in Bold are new courses at Herod this semester
Total
230.00
210.00
180.00
230.00
260.00
260.00
180.00
170.00
Herod Elementary PTO After-School Enrichment Program
CLASS DESCRIPTIONS
January 11, 2016 – May 13, 2016
Art/Mixed-Media (Grades K-1 Mondays) and (Grades 2-5 Tuesdays) Children will explore new art media, learn
new skills, and creatively express themselves as they work with a variety of materials, including: painting, drawing,
sculpture, printmaking and mixed media. Children will explore a variety of art media and basic art fundamentals
such as line, shape, color and texture while gaining new art skills. (Taught by Ms. Marla Roberson, Herod Art
Teacher)
Supply Fee: $25.00
Ballet Folklorico (Grades 1-5) Learn different styles of this traditional Mexican folk dance. Students will also learn
about the history of the dance. Girls will need low-heeled shoes and a practice skirt; boys will need boots. Students
will dance hard in this class and need to practice at home, but the hard work will be rewarded when they perform for
family and friends at the end of the semester. (Taught by Ms. Pilar Huitron)
Supply Fee: Girls: Practice Skirt ($45), Blouse ($23) and low-heeled shoes. Boys: Boots.
Minimum: 5 students
Ballet-Dancing Stars (Grades PreK-2) This educational and developmental dance class incorporates ballet
techniques, skills and posture; balance; gross and fine motor development; flexibility; grace; and poise. Designed to
give students a foundation and appreciation for ballet using age-appropriate music and moves. An on-site recital is
put on by the students twice a year, showcasing what the kids have learned. Dancing Stars, it's “tutu” much fun!
(Taught by Stretch-n-Grow of Houston)
Supply Fee: $50 (Includes Performance Outfit, Hair Bow & Bag)
Baseball & Softball (Grades K-3) This class will teach your son or daughter the correct fundamentals in the three
major aspects of baseball or softball. Throwing, fielding and hitting will be emphasized and students should bring
their own gloves. Rules of the game will also be taught during in-class scrimmage games. Class will be held on
playground. (Taught by Athletes After School)
Basketball (Grades 2-5) Learn the fundamentals of basketball as students play this exciting sport. Students will
focus on the basics of the game, as they learn to dribble under control, shoot and pass. Rules of the game will be
taught during in-class scrimmage games. Class will be held in the Multi-Purpose Room with warm-up exercises
taking place on outside playground. (Taught by Athletes After School)
Cake Decorating (Grades K-5) Cake, Cupcake and Cookie Decorating would be a better name for this class!
Young bakers will uncover their skill as they put the icing on their cakes, cupcakes and cookies. They will also bring
home their treats most weeks. Parents, please note ANY food allergies at registration time. (Taught by Ms. Sally
Lewis, Herod Technology Specialist)
Supply Fee: $35.00
Maximum: 20 students
Cheer – (Grades PreK - 2) All-Star Cheer Squad cheerleading classes are designed for students who want to
experience the thrill of spirit and develop talent, coordination, skills and self-esteem. Students will learn cheers,
chants, motions, jumps and spirit dances. A pep rally for the cheerleaders to showcase their talent for their parents
and peers is the best part of this class! (Taught by Stretch-N-Grow of Houston)
Supply Fee: $50.00 (Includes Socks, Pom Poms, Shirt, Shorts, Backpack and Hair Bow)
Chess – Beginner & Intermediate (Grades K-5) Beginners will learn how to play chess and develop a love for the
game. Intermediate players are those who know the pieces and rules of the game and are looking to develop game
strategy. Studies have shown chess to provide children with higher problem-solving abilities. Skills utilized in
chess transfer well to all aspects of school and life! (Taught by Mr. Ron Gelbart)
Chess – Advanced Tournament Play (Grades 1-5) For those Chess players who are ready to enter the realm of
tournament play. Students will become members of the US Chess Federation and become eligible to play in
weekend tournaments. Learn notation, use of time clock and advanced strategies. This is competitive Chess.
(Taught by Mr. Steve Zarwulkoff)
Clay Creations (Grades 2-5) It’s hard to find a medium more fun than clay! This class will instruct students in
hand-building and clay sculpture techniques. They will also learn to use special tools and how to create a finished
product. Beginners and advanced students alike will enjoy creating at their level. (Taught by Ms. Marla Roberson,
Herod Art Teacher)
Supply Fee: $30.00
Maximum 15 students
Club Etiquette -From Alarming to Charming (Grades PreK-5) Join friends for this interactive class. Students
won’t even know they are learning the following “Social Graces”: table manners, telephone manners, proper
introductions, poise & posture, dining graces, greetings, handshakes, plus a whole lot more. Your child will learn to
appreciate and understand the importance of proper etiquette in any setting he or she may find themselves in.
Positive incentives and parent/child reinforcements are sent home to enhance your child’s new skills. (Taught by
Club Etiquette)
Supply Fee: $25.00
Minimum 7 students
Computer Animation (Grades 3-5) Computer programming with "Scratch"! Students will learn to create
interactive animations, games and much more. While programming sprites, students will learn math and computer
skills. Collaboration and creativity will also be encouraged. Returning students will do advanced work. (Taught by
Ms. Sally Lewis, Herod Technology Specialist)
Minimum: 12 students
Cooking (Grades 2-5) Students will participate in all aspects of the food cooking process to create healthy and
delicious meals in a series that will include an assortment of gourmet-style dishes served for breakfast, lunch, dinner
and dessert. Students learn to use kitchen utensils, kitchen gadgets, a stove eye and a toaster oven. Students are
required to measure, stir, cut, sauté and enjoy a variety of preparation techniques taught to Chefs around the world.
(Taught by Valli`er of After-School Enrichment Arts and Crafts Classes)
Supply Fee: $35.00
Maximum 12 students
Crafty Girl Creations (Grades 1-5) Students will have a blast creating “crafty projects” they can wear or use, like
tutu’s, flip flops, purses, notebook covers, decorative clipboards, picture frames and many more! We will work with
fabric-oriented pieces and other artsy materials. This is a unique class that will appeal to those with a heart for craftmaking. (Taught by Ms. Marie Brown of Herod)
Supply Fee: $30.00
Creative Writing (Grades 3-5) If you are a student with a love for reading and/or writing, Creative Writing is for
you! Join an exciting and imaginative experience where students will explore the many genres of the creative
writing world. Students will be introduced to the creative process of writing books, poems, and even movie scripts!
At the end of the semester each student will have their very own book to show off and read to others! (Taught by
Ms. Cendall Busby, Herod Teacher)
Supply Fee: $15.00
Engineering (Grades 2-5 Wednesdays-LEGO Mindstorms Robotics and Environmental Engineering; PK-2
Thursdays- LEGO WeDo Robotics and Industrial Engineering) Boys and girls alike LOVE evolving into Apprentice
Engineers! Students will discover what an engineer does and, even more exciting, inquisitively create their own
hands-on project which they get to take home most of the time. Each session culminates with an engineering design
challenge. Following the steps of the Engineering Design Process, students design, create, and improve solutions to
an engineering problem. (Taught by Greater Houston Engineering For Kids)
Fencing (Grades 1-5) Fencing is unique, athletic, mentally stimulating, artistic and above all, FUN! Fencing is a
lifetime sport that provides participants with both a physical and mental challenge. Students who take this course
improve their reaction time as they learn the fundamental moves and commands of fencing. Students will also learn
the history behind this sport of knights and swashbucklers. (Taught by Houston Sword Sports)
Maximum: 24 students
Flag Football/Conditioning (Grades 2-5) Are you ready for some more football? Now your child can learn the
basic rules of the game through this non-contact sport. They will enjoy learning stretching techniques and
conditioning that can be used in any sport. Class will be held on school playground. (Taught by Athletes After
School)
Maximum 20 students
Get Moving – Fitness (Grades 2-5) Does your child need more time during the day to unleash all that harnessed
energy? Let Mrs. Youngski and Mrs. Burnside find that structured time during the day to keep them moving! Let
our kids be kids while exercising with peers, increasing energy and self-esteem, while lowering stress. Activities
include running, jogging, brisk walking, relays, calisthenics, etc. Join us 2 times a week with a 5K Sprint For
Spring race on April 30th at Braeswood Place! (Taught by Herod’s Ms. Lisa Burnside and Ms. Elizabeth Youngski)
Supply Fee: Optional $30 for Sprint For Spring Entry Fee
Golf (Little Birdies Golf) (Grades 1-5) Little Birdies’ Golfers will learn the concepts, skills and fundamentals of
Golf with an emphasis on character development. Golf skills covered include: Golf Terminology; Golf Topography;
the Difference between Irons, Woods and Putters; Body Alignment; Ball Contact; Putting and Driving Techniques;
and Overall Swing Consistency. Life skills impacted include: Critical Thinking and Social Skills; Comprehension
and Estimation Skills; Decision Making Skills, Patience and Focus; Concentration and Self-Esteem; Math Skills;
Overall Physical and Mental Health. All equipment necessary will be provided. (Taught by Little Birdies Golf)
Guitar (Beginner Grades 1*-5 and Advanced Grades 1-5) Students will be taught the art of playing classical guitar
which includes: technique, sight-reading, chord recognition, and performance etiquette. Students will be able to use
the school’s guitars during class, but need to have their own guitar to practice with at home. Students should be
sized for their guitar prior to purchase. All participants will be encouraged to participate in an end of semester
performance. *Will accept Kinders who were in the class Fall semester. (Taught by Ms. Penny Hoxter-Pershell)
Supply Fee $20.00
Maximum 8 students per class
Gymnastics With Coach Heather (Grades PreK-2 and 2-5) Your child will enjoy participating in this exciting
class once a week. They work in areas of floor tumbling, balance beam, and mini-trampoline. Three goals are set
for each student: to have FUN; to control our bodies both physically and mentally; and to learn to work HARD.
(Taught by Token Tumblers)
Maximum 25 students per class
Hip-Hop Dance (Grades PreK-2) Stretch-n-Grow presents Kids Dance Party. Kids will move and groove in this
crazy, fun and energetic creative hip-hop dance class. Kids Dance Party has age-appropriate music and moves, loved
by boys and girls alike. Dance builds concentration, coordination, recall and reaction time. An on-site recital is put
on by the students twice a year, showcasing what the kids have learned. Kids Dance party is a fun way to end the
day! (Taught by Stretch-N-Grow of Houston)
Supply Fee: $35 (Includes T-Shirt, Hat & Backpack)
Minimum 8 students
Karate/Martial Arts (Grades K-5) This is a self-defense class where students will be taught discipline, respect and
self-defense techniques. This class is designed for fun while obtaining a positive learning experience. They will
focus on physical and mental development. Some of the topics for this class are: respect, discipline, basic-blocking
techniques, and physical fitness; plus games that will teach coordination, balance, flexibility and nutrition. Join us
twice each week to enhance your martial arts skills! (Taught by Soo Bahk Do Moo Duk Kwan Houston)
Supply Fee Optional - $45 for Karate uniform
Mad Science (PreK-K - Mondays; Grades K-5 - Wednesdays or Thursdays) Through its innovative concept of
“Edu-tainment”, Mad Science has been able to spark the imagination and curiosity of children everywhere. Their
goal is to provide fun, entertaining and exciting activities that instill a clearer understanding of what science is really
all about and how it affects the world around them. Each semester the Mad Scientists teach new material so you can
enroll in the class over and over again. Mad Science offers Pre-Kinders and Kinders special Monday classes
exclusively for their age group where they can perform experiments, participate in demonstrations and have a takehome item at the end of each class. (Taught by Mad Science of Houston)
Model Building 101 (Grades 1-3) This class is geared toward building things: robots, cars, boats, planes, rockets,
and lots of other cool devices. If you love to build things in your spare time; or your imagination is wild and
creative, join Mr. Tesch for an awesome adventure in Model Building! (Taught by Mr. David Tesch, Herod
Teacher)
Supply Fee: $50.00
Maximum: 12 students per class
Piano Keyboarding (Grades K-5) For Beginners, the student will be able to learn the basic piano techniques to add
expression to their music playing, knowledge of piano playing, note reading, and sight reading ability. Practice at
home is recommended. For the more Advanced student who has received prior Keyboarding instruction, focus is
on further developing their piano techniques. They will continue with their progress on expression, knowledge of
piano playing, note reading, sight reading, and the ability to have hand-eye coordination. (Taught by Ms. Rita
Martin)
Supply Fee: $30.00
Maximum 8 students per class period
Quaver Creators – Music (Grades 3-5) Quaver Creators will allow students to create original music productions
using technology in the Computer Lab. Students are able to create pieces for dance, drums kit, piano, rock bands,
and more. Mrs. Hoevelman will take each student through all of the quaver creative elements and allow them to
build their music and technology portfolio! (Taught by Ms. Hoevelman, Herod Music Teacher)
Robotics (Grades 1-5) Students will learn how to design, build and test remote controlled miniature robots made
from LEGO building blocks, including the specialized pieces: axles, gears, beams, wheels, motors, microcomputers,
pneumatics and other parts that will enable the student to safely create animated and exciting mechanical
movements and other effects. They will understand how things work through hands-on activities that demonstrate
the principles of simple and motorized machines, while learning skills of team-work, problem-solving and creative
thinking. (Taught by American Robotics Academy)
Minimum 5 students; Maximum 15 students
Sign Language (American Sign Language) (Grades 1-5) Your child will be learning beginning American Sign
Language (ASL). They will learn to sign the alphabet, numbers, colors and conversational language. Beginner Sign
Language is the beginning of a new journey. Your child will have fun with exciting new ideas that will be shared!
ASL can be taken as a second language during Intermediary and High School years. In addition, it can be taken as a
foreign language during college. (Taught by Ms. LaTarsha Kelley)
Soccer With Coach Heather (Grades PreK-2 and 2-5) Here’s your child’s opportunity to learn about the great sport
of soccer in a fun and exciting environment. We pride ourselves in being flexible enough in our teaching abilities to
be able to find a way to reach every student. Our classes are filled with passing and shooting techniques, dribbling
drills, goal-keeping skills, proper heading techniques, and basic soccer rules and regulations. Our soccer classes
promote Self-Control, Good Sportsmanship and Self-Discipline. Class will be held on the playground. (Taught by
Token Tumblers)
Softball (See Baseball & Softball)
Spanish (Grades K-5) Early Language Learners offers foreign language instruction specifically designed for
elementary age children. Classes are interactive and fun, exposing students to Spanish through music, visuals, art,
games and dance. We use the Natural Approach to second-language instruction, which helps encourage spontaneous
response and meaningful communication among students. Numerous activities, lessons and units all work together
to maximize the students' willingness to communicate while providing a language-rich environment. (Taught by
Early Language Learners)
Supply Fee: $20.00
Speak Up! (Grades 3-5) Public Speaking for Children. Help your child improve their confidence, self-esteem and
social skills through this fun, interactive public speaking class. Students will learn how to become comfortable
speaking before a group and gain the confidence to speak up! (Taught by Ms. Kristi Johnson)
Supply Fee: $5.00
Team Games (Grades 3-5) Thursdays, (Grades 1-2) Fridays. Anyone interested in learning all kinds of new team
games? Coach knows them all! As you learn the games, you will also be learning sportsmanship, teamwork, and
strategy. Activities will include Capture the Flag, Floor Ball, Ultimate Football and Frisbee, Kickball... and much
much more! (Taught by Herod’s Coach St. Germain)
Tennis (Grades 2-5) Tennis anyone? Learn the fundamentals of tennis; serving, returning and volleying. Students
will practice fun drills to develop their skills and understanding the rule of the game of tennis. Classes will be held
on the tennis courts at Gail Reeves Park behind Herod. (Taught by Ms. Patricia Brand, former Herod Teacher)
Supply Fee: $0 (but bring your racquet if you have one)
Theater (Grades K-5) Students will learn basic stage movement, acting, voice control presentation, and set design.
Students will start with basic acting techniques, learning to tune in to personal emotions and finding the true actor
within. They will move on to learn stage direction and movement, voice and dictation, facial expression as they
bring characters to life. Students will present a final production at the end of the semester. (Taught by Main Street
Theater)
Maximum 15 students
Violin (Beginners Grades 1-5, Advanced Grades 2-5) This class will help Herod students to develop their love of
music, train patience, and develop dedication for their hobbies at a young age. Beginners will learn basic posture,
correct bow grip, open strings, and first position. Within a few classes, students will be able to play songs such as
“Mary Had a Little Lamb” and “Twinkle Twinkle Little Star” proficiently. Advanced students will be working on
different pieces and techniques according to their personal needs, with special attention to improving tone quality.
Students will be encouraged to practice every day at home, and will have opportunities to perform. (Taught by Ms.
Rebecca Lo, graduate student at Rice University Shepherd School of Music)
Supply Fee: $20.00
Zumba (Grades 1-5) Zumba for kids! Kids love to crank up the music, shake and wiggle so why not get fit while
they’re at it? Zumbatomic class is a fun, energizing way for your child to keep fit and healthy. Students will learn
many Latin rhythms dancing to kid-friendly songs that promote a healthy lifestyle. (Taught by Ms. Nidia Glynn)