Wednesday Afternoon Program
Session 1
The Wednesday Program's first session begins on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 and ends on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, totalling 18 sessions.
Online registration opens on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 at 10:00 AM.
The Wednesday Program is committed to providing a spot for all children who wish to register, but we cannot guarantee each child their first choice program.
Payment can be made by credit card online (a link to our payment site will be shared in your registration confirmation email) upon registration.
If you prefer to pay by cheque, please bring it to Shama in the School Office, after completing registration.
Payment by credit card or cheque is due by Friday, September 6th, 2024.
Overview
Payment
2024-2025
For enquiries about the Wednesday Program, please email Lisa Taharally:
While registering online is now closed, you may still register for a program
by reaching out to Lisa Taharally at ltaharally@yahoo.com
About This Year's Wednesday Program
All enquiries should be directed to Lisa Taharally at: ltaharally@yahoo.com
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The Wednesday Program's first session begins Wednesday, September 11th and ends Wednesday, January 22nd, totalling 18 sessions.
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All classes will take place at the Lab School.
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Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.
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When instructors are away due to illness, and another instructor cannot be provided to teach your child's regular class, a temporary class will be provided.
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No refunds will be issued.
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If your child is unable to attend their Wednesday Afternoon Program, please notify the school by 11:00 AM. Otherwise the activity may be delayed for the other children
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Grades 1-2 eat lunch in their classrooms, and grades 3-6 eat lunch in the JICS Lunch Room.
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After lunch, students play in the JICS playground until their programs begin.
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The Daycare's Creative Play Program on Wednesday afternoons is available to JK and SK only.
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Grade 1 - 6 children must be picked up at noon or enrolled in the Wednesday Program.
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Dismissal takes place in the yard from 2:45-3:00 pm
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The Wednesday Program ends at 2:45 PM. Students who have not been picked-up by 3:00 pm will be escorted to the school reception and parents will be contacted.
About the Classes Offered
All enquiries should be directed to Lisa Taharally at: ltaharally@yahoo.com
The Wednesday Program offers a variety of arts, sports, and introductory skills classes to students in Grades 1 – 6, following the noon dismissal each Wednesday.
All classes are taught by accredited instructors, and adult supervisors are selected from the Masters of Arts in Child Study and Education Program.
Action Potential Lab
Grades 1-6
Dr. Kim Dority is the owner and Director of Action Potential Lab. Action Potential Lab integrates Science, Tech, Art, Engineering, and Math. (STEAM) Dr. Kim’s diverse background in education, academia and arts based research creates a wonderfully engaging and fun class for active and busy learners.
Registration information below
Arts and Crafts
Grades 1-6
Registration information below
Tanya Golden is the founder of the Island Arts School. From her studio on Ward’s Island, Tanya brings her generous and nurturing spirit to JICS to teach Arts and Crafts using found objects, paper, paints, beads and items from the natural world. Tanya is returning to JICS this Fall and we are thrilled to have her with us.
Baking with Becky
Grades 1-6
Becky, who first joined the JICS community as receptionist, returns to teach in the Wednesday Program. Becky is an experienced teacher and instructional designer who will have fun this term sharing her passion of baking with students. Join Becky to bake sweet and savory goodies, incorporating teamwork, math skills, and creative planning.
Registration information below
Chess
Grades 1-6
Curtis of Extra Ed is back to teach chess this Fall! No chess experience necessary. Come and learn Chess basics or up your game for the experienced player. Curtis will match players up by ability and interest levels to assure a fun and engaging class for all. Tournaments at the end of classes are a fun end goal to work towards!
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Rock Band
Grades 3-6
Students of all levels of experience will have the opportunity to sing and play drums, bass, keyboard, guitar, ukulele, xylophone, and percussion, and will be encouraged to switch around each week. Students choose a band name, compile a song list, practice songwriting, play covers, improvise, and learn the foundations of contemporary music in a creative and collaborative group setting!
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Cartooning
Grades 1-6
Combining cartooning and animation, this program offers children a variety of two- and three-dimensional character design and storytelling formats, including comics, flip books and stop-motion animation. Children enjoy learning from Anthony Harris in a calming and encouraging environment, where they are supported in sharing their work and trying new techniques.
Registration information below
Steps to Register
01.
Prepare
Before registering, take time to review offered classes below.
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Register Below
Registration will open on
Tuesday, August 27th, at 10 am
03.
Submit Payment
Pay by credit card online or bring a cheque to Shama in the School Office, by Friday, September 6th, 2024.
Cheques made payable to:
University of Toronto
Cheque Memo:
Wed. Afternoon Program
Wednesday Program Registration
While registering online is now closed, you may still register for a program
by reaching out to Lisa Taharally at ltaharally@yahoo.com
