After-School Programs

Welcome to Campbell Hall Elementary Performing Arts: The pedagogy for Creative Movement is: pre-ballet, jazz, contemporary theory, turns & leaps, self-expression, pantomime, improv-dance, dance etiquette, imagery, passion and fun! This is a 5-month performance class beginning in January with a recital presentation at the Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

Dance 1 students are introduced to the classical ballet classroom after exploring Creative Movement in Kindergarten. Basic Vagonova Ballet Technique is taught with an emphasis on proper alignment. An introduction to ballet terminology and proper ballet class etiquette will be taught. Looking ahead for Dance 4-4th Grade Family Waltz: while it is not required, it is recommended that students who enroll in Dance 4 (4th Grade Ballet & Contemporary) have completed Dance 1-1st Grade Ballet, Dance 2-2nd Grade Ballet, and/or Dance 3-3rd Grade Ballet & Contemporary prior to participating in the 4th Grade Family Waltz. This class meets once a week. This is a year-long performance class with a recital presentation at the Elementary After-School Programs Winter Recital & Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

Dance 2 students learn primary steps of Vagonova Ballet Technique and are challenged in memorization and ballet terminology. Students in Dance 2 develop confidence by being challenged to dance the classical technique and feeling pride with a sense of accomplishment in ballet movement. Students become further skilled at controlling their movements by working on more complex forms of weight transfer, balance and movement patterns. Looking ahead for Dance 4-4th Grade Family Waltz: while it is not required, it is recommended that students who enroll in Dance 4 (4th Grade Ballet & Contemporary) have completed Dance 1-1st Grade Ballet, Dance 2-2nd Grade Ballet, and/or Dance 3-3rd Grade Ballet & Contemporary prior to participating in the 4th Grade Family Waltz. This is a year-long performance class with a recital presentation at the Elementary After-School Programs Winter Recital & Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

Dance 3 students are introduced to the artistic expression and the elements of classical ballet and contemporary dance. Students will study primary Vagonova Ballet Technique, as well as basic Graham and Horton Contemporary Dance technique. Combinations at the barre and center become more complex with an introduction to epaulement: emphasis on head and arm position as well as consistent turnout of the legs. Musicality and expression are being developed with Dance 3 students to encourage dual-technique in ballet and contemporary. Looking ahead for Dance 4-4th Grade Family Waltz: while it is not required, it is recommended that students who enroll in Dance 4 (4th Grade Ballet & Contemporary) have completed Dance 1-1st Grade Ballet, Dance 2-2nd Grade Ballet, and/or Dance 3-3rd Grade Ballet & Contemporary prior to participating in the 4th Grade Family Waltz. This is a year-long performance class with a recital presentation at the Elementary After-School Programs Winter Recital & Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

Dance 4 students study the balance between the technical and artistic elements of ballet and contemporary dance. While it is not required, it is recommended that students who enroll in Dance 4 (4th Grade Ballet & Contemporary) have completed Dance 1-1st Grade Ballet, Dance 2-2nd Grade Ballet, and/or Dance 3-3rd Grade Ballet & Contemporary prior to participating in the 4th Grade Family Waltz-due to the rigor of technique in this class. Ballet students of Dance 4 must exhibit a consistent understanding of the material from the prior levels and have a high degree of mental focus and physical technique. Students whom have taken ballet, at an approved/accredited dance studio, in lieu of Elementary After School Dance at Campbell Hall should request to be reviewed prior to enrolling in Dance 4-4th Grade.This class meets twice a week, with occasional Saturday Nutcracker rehearsals. Students will study primary Vagonova Ballet Technique, as well as basic Graham and Horton Contemporary Dance technique. This is a year-long performance class with a recital presentation at the Elementary After-School Programs Winter Recital, The Nutcracker, and the Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

Dance 5 Ballet students begin intermediate Vagonova Ballet Technique, and continue basic Graham and Horton Contemporary dance technique. Female students in Dance 5 begin pre-pointe strength training. En Centre combinations develop with more complexity; moving in a faster-paced class is expected. Dancers are motivated to apply self-correction and to demonstrate a higher level of self-awareness. A strong understanding of the theories and practicum of ballet and contemporary, as well as self-control and discipline are necessary to progress through the ballet and contemporary secondary program. Students in Dance 5 are invited to perform in the secondary extra-curricular dance show. This is a year-long performance class with a recital presentation at the Elementary After-School Programs Winter Recital, The Nutcracker, the Secondary Extra-Curricular Dance Show, and the Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

Dancers in Dance 6 are confident and proficient in intermediate Vagonova Ballet Technique as well as Graham and Horton Contemporary dance technique. This class meets three times a week with occasional Wednesday, Friday and Saturday rehearsals. Moving in a faster-paced class, memorization of combinations en adagio and allegro is expected. A daily emphasis on performance ability is essential to express greater emotional nuances on the stage in both disciplines of dance. Female students may begin dancing en pointe upon teacher approval. Dance 6 students are invited to perform in the secondary extra-curricular dance show. This is a year-long performance class with a recital presentation at the Elementary After-School Programs Winter Recital, The Nutcracker, the Secondary Extra-Curricular Dance Show,and the Elementary Spring Arts Festival. For questions about the Elementary After School Dance Program, please visit the Elementary Music & Dance class webpage or please contact Brandy Curry.

The After School Athletics Skills class will focus on fundamentals of the game that will enhance the elementary student’s athletic ability during each seasonal sport. Instructors will be current Campbell Hall Middle School & High School coaches who have numerous years of playing and coaching experience. Participation in this after school class is not required in order to participate in elementary sports teams. There will be no class on game days and no make-ups for missed classes.

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In each session, children will learn the basics of tennis. We will focus on forehands, backhands, volleys, and serves. We will play games as a groaup to promote teamwork and fair play.
Class Goals: Motivate kids to play tennis for a lifetime by teaching them tennis in the most positive, enthusiastic manner. We are promoting teamwork and sportsmanship. This is a non-competitive class. All children should feel successful and have fun!
Class Equipment: Coach Melissa will provide rackets and balls for the students, but students are welcome to bring their own rackets if they prefer. Please wear tennis shoes and bring water. Each class will be held on the tennis courts on campus.
*Due to the later start time of the class on Fridays, students will need to go to Childcare before Tennis. Normal childcare rates will apply. For more specific information about this class, please contact the instructor: Melissa Detwiler

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The Writing Vikings is an after-school class for students who love writing! We will be spending time doing our own creative writing, sharing our writing in small or whole groups and engaging in fun writing activities. For more specific information about this class, please contact the instructor: Courtney Behrenhausen 

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Media Maker Lab is an introductory making and design course for 1st and 2nd graders. Students will be introduced to basic design principles and learn to express themselves using multiple forms of media. We will build using digital tools as well as more traditional craft materials. The course will be broken down into smaller themes of sound, fashion, and art. It will be geared toward students interested in expressing themselves creatively; no prior technology knowledge is required or assumed. The course will be taught by Mr. Fishman and special guests from the Campbell Hall community.For more specific information about this class, please contact the instructor: Alex Fishman 

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