PEABODY ENRICHMENT PROGRAM (PEP)
Fall 2014 OFFERINGS
Tuesday, September 16 – Thursday, October 23, 2014
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays after school from 3:15-4:15
The Peabody Enrichment Program is specifically designed to augment the traditional academic program with in-depth
exposure to a variety of interesting, educational and fun topics after school. All fees include supply costs.
Registration is open until Tuesday, September 9, 2014. Please submit your form and payment to the front office as
soon as possible – class space is limited and will fill on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note the Fall PEP will run for six weeks, Tuesday, September 16 to Thursday, October 23, 2014.
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TUESDAYS
MAKING MAD LIBS (Grades K-2). Instructor: Miranda Watson
Explore the art of storytelling as we create our very own book of Mad Libs from scratch! We'll have fun learning to
write as a team as we craft a series of short stories and turn them into Mad Libs. By the end of the class we'll have
compiled a whole book to take home and share!
Fee= $95; 6 students maximum (3 minimum).
MUSICAL THEATRE MOVEMENT (Grades 2-6). Instructor: Melissa Charles
Move and groove to your favorite musical theatre hits! You will have lots of fun, get plenty of exercise, and learn
new dances to show off to your friends and family.
Fee= $95; 20 students maximum (5 minimum).
SWEDING FILM: 101 (Grades 4-6). Instructor: Amanda Patterson, Lighthouse Studio
Learn the basic fundamentals of storyboarding, screenwriting, directing, cinematography, sound, production design,
and editing while creating your own Sweded film! What is Sweding, you ask? A highly creative form of filmmaking
inspired by the film Be Kind Rewind. We will work collaboratively to choose a favorite film and recreate it from
memory.
Fee: $120; 8 students maximum (4 minimum).
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WEDNESDAYS
CERAMICS (Grades 2-6). Instructor: Novella Mawyer, Lazy Daisy Ceramics.
This class is an introduction to many ceramic arts painting techniques. Students will design and paint 6 "ready-topaint" pottery/ceramic pieces using fired underglazes and glazes. Students will take home six one-of-a-kind pieces.
Fee= $150; 15 students maximum (5 minimum).
ACTING 101 (4-8). Instructor: John Emm.
Students will work on monologues (students will receive a monologue book written by the instructor), as this is a
very important step in the acting process. Through various acting games and techniques, students will also learn
about the art of collaboration, the benefit of a team, and the importance of listening. This class will be lots of fun!
Fee: $130; 10 students maximum (5 minimum).
QUICK START TENNIS CLUB (Grades K-2). Instructor: Chris "Cubby" Cubbage, Matilda Blue Tennis
Developmental tennis class using the QuickStart, “Kid's Sized” methodology. Classes can be taught in a small space
using 36 foot courts and a slower moving ball. The main goal of each class is for the student to learn at their own
pace while developing a basic understanding of actual play and rally. This program is “tons of fun” low stress and
teaches sportsmanship and basic core values. All equipment is provided.
Fee= $95; 12 students maximum (4 minimum).
THURSDAYS
LEGO: AMAZING ANIMALS (Grades K-5). Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz
Students will build models of snakes, insects, mammals, and more. We will discuss fascinating facts about the
animals we build and celebrate the wonders of the animal kingdom.
Fee: $120; 20 students maximum (8 minimum).
QUICK START TENNIS CLUB (Grades 3-6). Instructor: Chris "Cubby" Cubbage, Matilda Blue Tennis
Developmental tennis class using the QuickStart, “Kid's Sized” methodology. Classes can be taught in a small space
using 36 foot courts and a slower moving ball. The main goal of each class is for the student to learn at their own
pace while developing a basic understanding of actual play and rally. This program is “tons of fun” low stress and
teaches sportsmanship and basic core values. All equipment is provided.
Fee= $95; 12 students maximum (4 minimum).
LITERATURE ON TRIAL (Grades 5-8). Instructor: Anna Gorisch.
Put your favorite literary characters on trial! In this course, students will receive a basic introduction to legal
concepts and apply them to the actions of characters in a book or short story. Through preparing for the trial,
students will gain a deeper understanding of character and human behavior as well as issues related to right and
wrong (e.g. legal wrong versus moral wrong). At the end of the six weeks, students will perform the trial for an
audience of family, friends, and the Peabody community.
Fee: $95; 8 students maximum (3 minimum).
HIP HOP DANCE (Grades 3-5). Instructor: Amanda Liscouski, Bright Fly Dance
This fun, high energy class introduces the basics of hip hop styles, moves, and steps. Goals for the session include
improving rhythm, learning body isolations, and gaining confidence in self-expression. Students will learn a fun
dance routine, and will also be encouraged to move creatively to express their own individual style.
Fee: $90; 10 students maximum (6 minimum).
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PEABODY ENRICHMENT REGISTRATION FORM Fall, 2014
PLEASE RETURN THIS SHEET TO THE FRONT OFFICE BY SEPTEMBER 9.
STUDENT NAME: __________________________________________________________
EMAIL TO USE FOR CORRESPONDENCE ABOUT ENRICHMENT: _________________________________
PEOPLE AUTHORIZED TO PICK MY CHILD UP: __________________________________________________
EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME/PHONE NUMBER: _______________________________________________
MY CHILD WILL ATTEND AFTERSCHOOL FOLLOWING ENRICHMENT? YES/NO
SELECTED ENRICHMENT CLASSES (Day of week and course title):
________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________
TOTAL PAID: ________________________________________________________
PAYMENT METHOD:
Check #______ attached.
FORMS MAY BE TURNED INTO THE OFFICE BETWEEN 8:30AM AND 3:30PM OR THEY CAN BE MAILED TO:
PEABODY SCHOOL
c/o VICTORIA GOMEZ-TORRESS
1232 STONEY RIDGE ROAD
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22902
PAYMENT MUST ACCOMPANY REGISTRATION FORM.
CHECKS WILL NOT BE DEPOSITED UNTIL CLASS REGISTRATION IS CONFIRMED.
NO REFUNDS.
THANK YOU!!
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