St. Giles is proud to offer a wide variety of after-school Enrichment Programs and Summer Camps that provide extra-curricular experiences in arts, science, athletics and academics that enhance what our children are learning in school. These programs, run by outside vendors, St. Giles teachers, and parents are fee based with a small portion going back to the school. Scholarships are available each semester.
For more information or questions in regard to enrichment programs please contact Ms. Shari Wenzel swenzel@stgilesschool.org.
Enrichment Policies
- Registration is online.
- No registrations will be accepted after the stated deadline.
- Sorry, no refunds after classes have begun unless due to cancellation of class.
- All classes are eligible for cancellation due to minimum enrollment requirements.
- Price includes any materials fee.
- You will receive an email prior to the start of the program with pertinent info on where the class is run, kids being escorted to class, and pick up after class.
- Students in grades K thru 2 will be picked up and escorted to their classrooms after school.
- Students in 3 thru 8 should walk directly to the classroom after the bell.
- Pick up is on Linden Avenue at 4:15 pm. Wednesday pickup is 3:15 pm.
- Students enrolled in Kids Klub will be escorted to the Corrigan Building at the end of the program.
- Consistently late pick-ups or disruptive behavior in class will result in the student being excused from the session without refund.
- If a student is not picked up within 5 minutes of the class end time, the student will be transferred to the Corrigan Building Kids Klub with a $10 fee paid to Kids Klub.
- Scholarships are available for Enrichment programs.
- Infinity Arts offers (1) scholarship per semester.
- Scholarships are limited to one per student per year.
- For more information on scholarships or to request aid contact Meg Bigane mbigane@stgilesschool.org.
Spring 2020
Spring Enrichment program registration opens on February 9.
Beauty is in the eye of the ogre in Shrek The Musical JR., based on the Oscarwinning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. It's a "big bright beautiful world" as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairytale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance. Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.
Details in regard to play performances and additional practices is listed on the registration page.
Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
Chess-Ed will continue to provide this unique, exciting and dynamic chess instruction which lifts each student to a new level of expertise. Each week students will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play classmates. Students will grow their knowledge of the game - from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics and end game combinations. Students’ vocabulary and math skills will continue to advance.
Studies confirm that the student who plays chess does better academically. Playing chess increases IQ performance, improves memory, uses analytical and critical thinking skills, teaches problem solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills and more. The chess program is open to all students in all grades and of all playing levels. JOIN TODAY!
Legacy Sports returns to St. Giles this season with their most popular program that includes variations of traditional gym games like relay races, tag, capture the flag, dodgeball, soccer as well as their popular Legacy games like Hand Hockey, Illinois Jones, and Battleship.
The class is designed to teach complete beginners while also giving a challenge to those who have experience with music. The Ukulele is a perfect choice for students who have never picked up an instrument before. Students will learn basic strumming techniques, a handful of chords, and learn how to sing and play several musical genres, from traditional Hawaiian music to current folk, pop, and rock favorites. Note: Students are welcome to bring their own Ukulele's if they already have one. If not, one will be provided.
Home Ec. Inc. will introduce students to cooking, machine sewing & needlepoint work, and decorative garden art. Small groups will be created each week to allow students time to learn and express their creatviity.
Students K-8th grade are welcome to join us for a variety of theatre games, movement games, improv games, character games, and games that are just plain fun. No experience necessary.
Legacy Sports returns to St. Giles this season with their most popular program that includes variations of traditional gym games like relay races, tag, capture the flag, dodgeball, soccer as well as their popular Legacy games like Hand Hockey, Illinois Jones, and Battleship.
Gardening club is an 8 week program that offers an engaging and hands on way to learn about the life cycle of plants and how to care for them. As apart of this club, children will plant, observe and explore the growth of various vegetables and flowers. They will create exciting, take home projects such as stepping stones, pots and rocks. Participants will even get to bring home the flower and vegetable that they planted!
Winter 2020
Winter Enrichment program registration opens on December 1.
Horton the Elephant, the Cat in the Hat and all of your favorite Dr. Seuss characters spring to life onstage in Seussical JR., a fantastical musical extravaganza from Tony-winners, Lynn Ahrens and Stephen Flaherty.
Transporting audiences from the Jungle of Nool to the Circus McGurkus, the Cat in the Hat narrates the story of Horton the Elephant, who discovers a speck of dust containing tiny people called the Whos. Horton must protect the Whos from a world of naysayers and dangers, and he must also guard an abandoned egg that's been left in his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird.
Details in regard to play performances and additional practices is listed on the registration page.
Although Horton faces ridicule, danger and a trial, the intrepid Gertrude McFuzz never loses faith in him. Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant!
Chess-Ed will continue to provide this unique, exciting and dynamic chess instruction which lifts each student to a new level of expertise. Each week students will enjoy an engaging lesson with supervised time to play classmates. Students will grow their knowledge of the game - from the basics through opening theory, middle game tactics and end game combinations. Students’ vocabulary and math skills will continue to advance.
Studies confirm that the student who plays chess does better academically. Playing chess increases IQ performance, improves memory, uses analytical and critical thinking skills, teaches problem solving, responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills and more. The chess program is open to all students in all grades and of all playing levels. JOIN TODAY!
Calling all team players! This new Legacy program emphasizes the importance of teamwork in a number of different fun games, sports and activities such as soccer, capture the flag, and Legacy favorites including Hand Hockey, bombardment & many more. Not only will students participate in these action-packed games, they will also discover the value of cooperation in a dynamic and challenging setting.
The class is designed to teach complete beginners while also giving a challenge to those who have experience with music. The Ukulele is a perfect choice for students who have never picked up an instrument before. Students will learn basic strumming techniques, a handful of chords, and learn how to sing and play several musical genres, from traditional Hawaiian music to current folk, pop, and rock favorites. Note: Students are welcome to bring their own Ukulele's if they already have one. If not, one will be provided.
Giving Artfully Kids is an after school program that combines philanthropy, kindness, and crafts that has taught over 500 children in enrichment programs, camps, workshops to preschoolers, elementary, and middle school from K-8th grade for the past 5 years, in Oak Park, Forest Park, Riverside and Western Springs.
Students K-8th grade are welcome to join us for a variety of theatre games, movement games, improv games, character games, and games that are just plain fun. No experience necessary.
Girls Who Code is a FREE program being offered for 4th & 5th grade girls that offers a safe and supportive learning environment. With the support of their peers and role models, girls learn to see themselves as computer scientiists.
Girls will learn the essential concepts of loops, variables, conditionals, and functions that form the basis for all programing languages - wheter they want to build a website, an app, or a robot.
The program is sponsored by Girls Who Code and provides students a free software to utiilze the skills taught in class as well as move outside the club space and practice these skills at home.
Details on accessing software will be provided prior to the start of the program.
Legacy Sports returns to St. Giles this season with their most popular program that includes variations of traditional gym games like relay races, tag, capture the flag, dodgeball, soccer as well as their popular Legacy games like Hand Hockey, Illinois Jones, and Battleship.
Design and build your own robots! Your child will explore the field of robotics through a series of exciting and dynamic lessons. Students will learn about mechanical engineering as they construct and use robots to complete tasks and engage in competitions. A variety of topics will be covered including gear ratios, electricity, rotation, friction, force, transmitters and LEDs. This course gives students the opportunity to experience the captivating world of robotics in an inviting and fun environment. No previous experience is necessary; both new and returning participants are welcome! Each participant will receive an award on the last day of the session and will have the opportunity to earn Energy Belts by demonstrating their learned skills.
Lawrence Andolino, Attorney and St. Giles parent, will spend an afternoon exploring the historical roots of debate and understanding that debate is more than just arguing but rather a tool to advocate a persuasive position in a respectful way. Students will be divided into age level groups and taught how to research a topic, support their position, and engage in a persuasive discussion on a topic that is organized, factually based, and logical. Additional exercises include debating the Wolf and The Three Little Pigs as well as a mock city council debate.
At the end of the program Mr. Andolino will plan a trip to the courthouse for the students.
*Please note that this a FREE program offered by Mr. Adndolino who will make every attempt to honor his commitment to instruct the program. There may be days that he needs to cancel the program in the event his current caseload requires him to be in court.
Adagio is the performance of partner acrobalance poses and associated movements that involve stationary balances by a pair of performers. It is performed in professional circus, in various dance disciplines including acro dance and ballet, in pair skating, and as a hobby in university circus groups.
The wonderful art of Adagio allows us to utilize students at any skill level to combine both tumbling, adagio, and maybe a prop or two into a unique talent show routine.
Please note that students will perform both during the school show and evening show on Friday, Jan 31.
Join Ms. Wenzel to create a Holiday Garland to adorn your bedroom door or a special spot in your home this year and have a memento for years to come. (This workshop is being offered on two different days but we will create the same project each day - please only register for one date.)
Take a bite out of Winter Break by joining us for for our version of a staycation - a Shark - Kation. Each day includes a shark STEM activity, running, tagging, and movment games, a craft & shark related snack plus a few other toothy & fin related activities. It should be a jaw - some time!