Fall 2023 Catalog
Please email us at contact@auroraskills.com for information on class availability.
*All classes will take place at PS 6
Jump to a day: Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday
All classes will start from dismissal to 5pm. Pick-up will be at 5pm sharp from the main entrance of school. Core Club dismisses at 5:45.
Monday Programs
$825
Grades K – 5th
Jan – 8,22,29
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This fun-filled class is a mixed art program focusing on a variety of skills ranging from drawing, painting, collages and sculptures. Students will work on hands-on activities including drawing techniques – depth, dimension and shapes. Other art projects will include self-projects, portraits, still life and landscapes. The children will also explore crafts like clay, jewelry making, sewing and more.
$825
Grades K – 3
Dec – 4,11,18
Jan – 8,22,29
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Students will be introduced to science using a hands-on, interactive approach. They will explore the scientific world through exciting experiments. These budding scientists will watch and wonder as they observe chemical reactions. They will be introduced to life science in the Eco-Center. Students will be shown how to use scientific methods to answer their questions.
$825
Grades 2 – 5
Jan – 8,22,29
Lights, Camera, Action! Learn how to Make and/or Act in a film this Fall.
Aurora Skills is offering a film-acting class after-school club. The class is open to those who are interested in learning how to act in front of the camera versus the stage. Students will learn story-telling, character development, screen writing, making backdrops (Art), staging, props, lighting and more.
Students will work together in teams to write, act, shoot and edit their own short films. Every student is invited to participate in all aspects or just the areas that interest them. At the end of the term, teams will have at least one film that they have made, put on a DVD. Professional equipment, cameras, audio and editing software is provided. This is a great way to start acting reels for aspiring actors and production reels for aspiring filmmakers. The skills students will learn will benefit them in all the facets of their lives, from school applications, class projects, to learning viral marketing and beyond!
$825
Grades 3rd – 5th
Jan – 8,22,29
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This course introduces students to coding concepts, the fundamentals of video game design, and digital worldbuilding. Through project-based instruction using the Scratch coding language, students will learn about events, loops, variables, and other core coding concepts. In addition to using Scratch to build games, they will also use the Bloxels, Minecraft EDU, and Roblox Studio platforms. These tools will help students gain an understanding of 3D environments and how to build robust games that include heroes, enemies, levels, power-ups, hazards, and more. Most importantly, students will have fun while building foundations in
complex topics!
All Grades
Jan – 8,22,29
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Students will engage in supervised and guided activities. This is a perfect time to unwind from the day and interact with their peers in a calm and relaxed setting.
All classes include FREE Core Club until 5:45pm
Tuesday Programs
$825
Grades K – 5
Tuesdays
Sept – 12,19,26
Oct – 3,10,17,24,31
Nov – 14,21,28
Dec – 5,12,19
Jan – 2,9,16,23
2:30pm – 5:00pm
General Medicine with focus on the importance of health and Hygiene.
Little Medical School brings medicine, science, and the importance of health to children in an entertaining, exciting, and fun way. Through hands-on activities, roleplay, and interactive curriculum, children lean how the body works and how to use real doctor’s tools. Little Medical School believes a curriculum based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) will provide students with a strong foundation to pursue careers in medicine. Whether utilizing Science to understand anatomy, Technology to better utilize patient information, Engineering to develop solutions to complex medical issues, Art to develop critical thinking skills, or Math to calculate the proper dose of medication, Health and STEAM are inseparable. Students will explore the importance of taking care of the whole body, through fitness, nutrition, dental, and proper healthcare.
At Little Medical School, students will assume the role of a doctor and learn how the body and organs work, how to use medical instruments, administer first aid, tie knots like a real surgeon, and so much more! All programs are written by experienced educators, board-certified physicians and trained healthcare professionals. Our classes are led by trained Little Medical School instructors.
$825
Grades 2 – 5
Tuesdays
Sept – 12,19,26
Oct – 3,10,17,24,31
Nov – 14,21,28
Dec – 5,12,19
Jan – 2,9,16,23
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Students will be introduced to science using a hands-on, interactive approach. They will explore the scientific world through exciting experiments. These budding scientists will watch and wonder as they observe chemical reactions. They will be introduced to life science in the Eco-Center. Students will be shown how to use scientific methods to answer their questions.
$825
Grades 3rd – 5th
Tuesdays
Sept – 12,19,26
Oct – 3,10,17,24,31
Nov – 14,21,28
Dec – 5,12,19
Jan – 2,9,16,23
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Through a series of project-based activities, students design, construct, and program several interactive and autonomous robots using LEGO® SPIKE™ Prime. Students will program their robots to move, spin, pick up objects, and more. They will be introduced to sensors that will allow their robots to respond to stimuli such as colors or obstacles. As a culminating event, students may participate in tournaments and games, such as navigating a maze. By the end of the program, our students take pride in their ability to design, build, and program their very own robot!
$825
Grades K – 1
Tuesdays
Sept – 12,19,26
Oct – 3,10,17,24,31
Nov – 14,21,28
Dec – 5,12,19
Jan – 2,9,16,23
2:30pm – 5:00pm
During this course students will be challenged to use their brain and have fun while learning about the math of various entertaining subjects such as interactive platforms, puzzles, games and more. They will also learn about famous recreational mathematicians.
Curriculum written by PS 6 teachers.
$825.00
Grades 3-5
Tuesdays
Sept – 12,19,26
Oct – 3,10,17,24,31
Nov – 14,21,28
Dec – 5,12,19
Jan – 2,9,16,23
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This class will focus on test-taking strategies.
During this course students will be challenged to use their brain and have fun while learning about the math of various entertaining subjects such as interactive platforms, puzzles, games and more. They will also learn about famous recreational mathematicians.
Curriculum written by PS 6 teachers.
All Grades
Tuesdays
Sept – 12,19,26
Oct – 3,10,17,24,31
Nov – 14,21,28
Dec – 5,12,19
Jan – 2,9,16,23
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Students will engage in supervised and guided activities. This is a perfect time to unwind from the day and interact with their peers in a calm and relaxed setting.
All classes include FREE Core Club until 5:45pm
Wednesday Programs
$825
Grades K – 5th
Wednesdays
Sept – 13,20,27
Oct – 4,11,18,25
Nov – 1,8,15,22,29
Dec – 6,13,20
Jan – 3,10,17,24
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This fun-filled class is a mixed art program focusing on a variety of skills ranging from drawing, painting, collages and sculptures. Students will work on hands-on activities including drawing techniques – depth, dimension and shapes. Other art projects will include self-projects, portraits, still life and landscapes. The children will also explore crafts like clay, jewelry making, sewing and more.
$850
Grades 1st – 5th
Wednesdays
Sept – 13,20,27
Oct – 4,11,18,25
Nov – 1,8,15,22,29
Dec – 6,13,20
Jan – 3,10,17,24
2:30pm – 5:00pm
We are proud to introduce our new Eco-Center class. This forward-thinking class will give students a real-world, hands-on experience to sustainability leadership. Our unique Eco- Center environment offers us opportunities to garden together, do nature journaling, eco-projects for the school, learn about alternative energy, engage with and care for our animals, do natural art and more, all while learning about living sustainably. Some topics that will be covered: Gardening, Compost, Recycling work, Eco/Recycling projects, Nature Journaling, hydroponics…
$850
Grades K – 2
Wednesdays
Sept – 13,20,27
Oct – 4,11,18,25
Nov – 1,8,15,22,29
Dec – 6,13,20
Jan – 3,10,17,24
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Students get hands-on experience learning about gears, motors and energy while building LEGO® projects! Students will build creativity and develop problem-solving skills while learning concepts in engineering and robotics.
$850
Grades K – 1
Wednesdays
Sept – 13,20,27
Oct – 4,11,18,25
Nov – 1,8,15,22,29
Dec – 6,13,20
Jan – 3,10,17,24
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Our classes are taught in a fun, non-competitive environment. Children learn and focus on goal setting, self – esteem, respect and discipline. Classes are designed to learn new skills, have fun, and become knowledgeable not only in self-defense, but in the lessons of life. This class is for children who have been taking MA.
All Grades
Wednesdays
Sept – 13,20,27
Oct – 4,11,18,25
Nov – 1,8,15,22,29
Dec – 6,13,20
Jan – 3,10,17,24
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Students will engage in supervised and guided activities. This is a perfect time to unwind from the day and interact with their peers in a calm and relaxed setting.
All classes include FREE Core Club until 5:45pm
Thursday Programs
$850
Grades K – 5
Thursdays
Sept – 14,21,28
Oct – 5,12,19,26
Nov – 9,16,30
Dec – 7,14,21
Jan – 4,11,18,25
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This is a fun-filled class based on exploring space related topics. The students engage in hands-on activities and learn about the universe. They will also make amazing projects that they will showcase and explain how they function. (*Includes all materials)
$825.00
Grades K – 5
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Thursdays
Sept – 14,21,28
Oct – 5,12,19,26
Nov – 9,16,30
Dec – 7,14,21
Jan – 4,11,18,25
All about Horses & all about Dogs
*Real animals not involved
First Time Ever! We are combining two amazing courses for the price of one!
Little Veterinarian School brings medicine, science, and the importance of health to children in an entertaining, exciting, and fun way. Little Medical School believe a curriculum based on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) will provide students with a strong foundation to pursue careers in medicine.
Here are a few of the topics that will be discussed:
- Horse Anatomy
- Preparing Your Horse to Ride
- Caring for Your Horse
- Dog Digestion
- Dog’s Body Language
All programs are written by experienced educators, board-certified physicians and trained healthcare professionals. Our classes are led by a trained Little Medical School® Instructor.
$850
Grades 2 – 5
Thursdays
Sept – 14,21,28
Oct – 5,12,19,26
Nov – 9,16,30
Dec – 7,14,21
Jan – 4,11,18,25
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Our classes are taught in a fun, non-competitive environment. Children learn and focus on goal setting, self – esteem, respect and discipline. Classes are designed to learn new skills, have fun, and become knowledgeable not only in self-defense, but in the lessons of life. This class is for children who have been taking MA.
$825
Grades 3 – 5
Thursdays
Sept – 14,21,28
Oct – 5,12,19,26
Nov – 9,16,30
Dec – 7,14,21
Jan – 4,11,18,25
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Students will author, design, and direct their own stop-motion animations. Students write scripts, create storyboards, and design sets and characters before they shoot, edit, and add music to their short films.
All Grades
Thursdays
Sept – 14,21,28
Oct – 5,12,19,26
Nov – 9,16,30
Dec – 7,14,21
Jan – 4,11,18,25
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Students will engage in supervised and guided activities. This is a perfect time to unwind from the day and interact with their peers in a calm and relaxed setting.
All classes include FREE Core Club until 5:45pm
Friday Programs
$825
Grades K – 5th
Fridays
Sept – 15,22,29
Oct – 6,13,20,27
Nov – 3,10,17
Dec – 1,8,15,27
Jan – 5,12,19,26
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This fun-filled class is a mixed art program focusing on a variety of skills ranging from drawing, painting, collages and sculptures. Students will work on hands-on activities including drawing techniques – depth, dimension and shapes. Other art projects will include self-projects, portraits, still life and landscapes. The children will also explore crafts like clay, jewelry making, sewing and more.
$825
Grades 2nd – 5th
Fridays
Sept – 15,22,29
Oct – 6,13,20,27
Nov – 3,10,17
Dec – 1,8,15,27
Jan – 5,12,19,26
2:30pm – 5:00pm
This course introduces students to building and design principles in Minecraft Education Edition. Students will grow their design skills through exciting activities like building sculpture gardens and creating a campsite. Then we will dive into building virtual worlds both individually and as a group, and will tap into students’ creativity to ultimately design a town together. The oldest students will learn how to use Minecraft’s block-based programming language. Students will embark on missions and will learn coding skills such as conditionals, variables, and more!
$825
Grades K – 2
Fridays
Sept – 15,22,29
Oct – 6,13,20,27
Nov – 3,10,17
Dec – 1,8,15,27
Jan – 5,12,19,26
2:30pm – 5:00pm
Computer/Chromebook/Tablets will be provided
Through a mixture of unplugged games/activities and software-based educational tools, students will learn about core coding principles such as conditionals, control flow, events, loops, and more. Instructors use concepts that children are familiar with to get across the fundamentals of this seemingly complex material. Students will progress from unplugged workshops to building their first block/symbol-based programs. Students will have fun while building a skill that will open doors for them for the rest of their lives!
$825
All Grades
Fridays
Sept – 15,22,29
Oct – 6,13,20,27
Nov – 3,10,17
Dec – 1,8,15,27
Jan – 5,12,19,26
Do you want to get together with other learners and play board games? Have you been curious about some board games and wanted to try new ones? This is a fun and relaxing class filled with thinking and strategy-based games. Our learners will team up in groups and push each other to think and embrace challenges. Students will also play against the instructors with old classic and new board games. GAME ON!
All Grades
Fridays
Sept – 15,22,29
Oct – 6,13,20,27
Nov – 3,10,17
Dec – 1,8,15,27
Jan – 5,12,19,26
5:00pm – 5:45pm
Students will engage in supervised and guided activities. This is a perfect time to unwind form the day and interact with their peers in a calm and relaxed setting.
All classes include FREE Core Club until 5:45pm