ASEP: After-School Enrichment Programs

Primary Art   Mon. 3:30–4:30

Exploring art in many ways of using a variety if materials: paint, collage, watercolor, and clay. Instructor: Luiza Grandchamp.

Upper Elementary & Middle School Art   Thu. 3:30–5:00

Children will create several different types of paintings using four different techniques: watercolor, pastels, acrylics, and mixed media. Instructor: Luiza Grandchamp

Ballet, Tap, & Creative Movement 1 Tue. 3:30–4:15

This class is an introduction to dance for children ages 4-5 ˝ years old that encourages the development of balance, rhythm, flexibility, musicality, spatial awareness and dance vocabulary. Emphasis is placed on exploring movement, gaining self-confidence, individualized instruction and individual growth and creativity in an environment where children are having fun while learning. This class is designed for children who have a 3:15 pm dismissal time.

Dance Clothing:

Girls: black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes. No tutus or skirts, unless attached.

Boys: T-shirt and shorts, black ballet shoes, and black tap shoes (A rubber guard needs to be placed on the bottom of each tap shoe which will prevent slipping. This can be accomplished by any shoe repair shop.)

All items may be purchased at Vibe Dance & Fitness, 5535 Richmond Ave, Houston TX 77056, (713)974-1936. We will hold a Dance Recital May 15th, 2011 with the Dress Rehearsal May 14th . A separate performance fee will be assessed in November for costumes, DVD, and materials. Jazz classes are also invited to perform at a Houston Rockets game. Classes begin the week of August 31, 2010, and end on May 19, 2010. There will be no classes held the week of Nov. 22-26, 2010, Dec. 20, 2010 – Jan. 7, 2011, Feb. 24, or March 14- 18, 2011. If you have any questions please call (713) 974-1936.

Ballet, Tap, & Creative Movement 2 Tue. 4:30–5:15

This class is designed for the children ages 3-6 years old that are enrolled in the Post Oak School extended day program when the child is normally picked up from school at 5:00 pm or thereafter. It serves as an introduction of dance to the above dance forms. * Parents wishing to enroll children who are not a part of the POS extended day/home environment program in this class are responsible for transportation to and from class.

Dance Clothing:

Girls: black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers and black tap shoes. No tutus or skirts, unless attached.

Boys: T-shirt and shorts, black ballet shoes, and black tap shoes (A rubber guard needs to be placed on the bottom of each tap shoe which will prevent slipping. This can be accomplished by any shoe repair shop.)

All items may be purchased at Vibe Dance & Fitness, 5535 Richmond Ave, Houston TX 77056, (713)974-1936. We will hold a Dance Recital May 15th, 2011 with the Dress Rehearsal May 14th . A separate performance fee will be assessed in November for costumes, DVD, and materials. Jazz classes are also invited to perform at a Houston Rockets game. Classes begin the week of August 31, 2010, and end on May 19, 2010. There will be no classes held the week of Nov. 22-26, 2010, Dec. 20, 2010 – Jan. 7, 2011, Feb. 24, or March 14- 18, 2011. If you have any questions please call (713) 974-1936.

Hip Hop & Jazz Wed. 3:30–4:30

This class is designed for children (Ages 8 ˝ -11 years old - Children must be 8 ˝ years of age by November 1, 2010 who have a 3:30 pm dismissal time.) Jazz Class will emphasize an introduction to jazz movement, warmup, floor work, and yoga postures. The children are also introduced to popular styles of dancing such as hip hop and street jazz. Students will learn creative dance routines to contemporary music.

Dance Clothing:

Girls: leotard and/or fitted shirt, tights or socks, jazz pants or work-out shorts/pants, and jazz shoes or jazz sneakers.
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Boys: T-shirt, work-out shorts or work-out pants, socks and jazz shoes or jazz sneakers.

All items may be purchased at Vibe Dance & Fitness, 5535 Richmond Ave, Houston TX 77056, (713)974-1936. We will hold a Dance Recital May 15th, 2011 with the Dress Rehearsal May 14th . A separate performance fee will be assessed in November for costumes, DVD, and materials. Jazz classes are also invited to perform at a Houston Rockets game. Classes begin the week of August 31, 2010, and end on May 19, 2010. There will be no classes held the week of Nov. 22-26, 2010, Dec. 20, 2010 – Jan. 7, 2011, Feb. 24, or March 14- 18, 2011. If you have any questions please call (713) 974-1936.

Jazz & Ballet Thu. 3:30–4:30

This class is designed for children ages 6-8 ˝ years old (Children must be 6 years of age by November 1, 2010 who have a 3:30 pm dismissal time.) The Ballet portion will focus on learning arm/foot positions, proper placement and technique. Jazz Class will emphasize an introduction to jazz movement, warm-up, floor work, and yoga postures. The children begin to count the music and memorize steps for themselves. Students will learn creative dance routines to contemporary music.

Dance Clothing:

Girls: black leotard, pink tights, pink ballet slippers, and black jazz shoes. Black jazz pants are optional.

Boys: T-shirt and shorts/pants, black ballet shoes, and black jazz shoes.

All items may be purchased at Vibe Dance & Fitness, 5535 Richmond Ave, Houston TX 77056, (713)974-1936. We will hold a Dance Recital May 15th, 2011 with the Dress Rehearsal May 14th . A separate performance fee will be assessed in November for costumes, DVD, and materials. Jazz classes are also invited to perform at a Houston Rockets game. Classes begin the week of August 31, 2010, and end on May 19, 2010. There will be no classes held the week of Nov. 22-26, 2010, Dec. 20, 2010 – Jan. 7, 2011, Feb. 24, or March 14- 18, 2011. If you have any questions please call (713) 974-1936.

Let's Jam (Lower Elementary)   Thu. 3:30–4:30

In the last 50 years, jazz education has become widespread in America This class is an introductory yet comprehensive method of jazz study for young musicians. We will focus on the most important elements of jazz study, jazz styles, jazz theory, jazz history, and improvisation. Students will also learn how to perform with Orff percussion instruments in an ensemble using rhythm workouts and popular jazz standards both instrumental and vocal. Students will learn the basics of scat singing and how to write their own scats. We will also incorporate body rhythms where necessary. As Dizzy Gillespie said, “It don’t mean a thing, if it ain’t got that swing.” Come prepared to have fun. And Let’s Jam! Instructor: Donna Scott

Running Club (Upper School)   Tue-Thu 7:20–8:15 am

The Running Club is available to elementary and middle school students and their parents. This class is designed to promote health, fitness, and stamina in our Post Oak families. Please meet in the gym at 7:20 AM to stretch. It is important that all participants arrive on time. If your child is enrolled in our Upper School morning care program, he/she may participate in the Running Club free of charge. Instructor: Mark Tucker

Lower Elementary Sports   Mon. 3:30–4:30

Join the sports class at Post Oak School on Monday afternoons for activities that will include soccer, basketball, and kickball. Skills will be taught and games played. Instructor: Mark Tucker 

Stamp Collecting (Lower El & Upper El)   Fri. 3:30–4:30

Besides being the most popular hobby in the world, stamp collecting has many advantages for the elementary child. One of the psychological characteristics of this  age group is that children are attracted to collections of all kinds: from baseball cards to pebbles. Creating a collection and maintaining it seems to come naturally to them. Stamp collecting as a hobby provides the student with an awareness of and an appreciation for different countries and cultures. Through stamp collecting students will learn the location of countries, capital cities, flags, currencies, flora, fauna, famous personalities, historical events, art forms, inventions and much more. A picture starts to form in their mind about the postage stamp as a record of history, a symbol of human unity, a silent message from the country it represents. Learning through this hobby is a fascinating and absorbing activity. Instructor: Maya Pinto.

Lower Elementary Yoga  Wed. 3:30–4:30

Lower elementary yoga students will be introduced to yoga poses through games and imagery as we visit the ocean, the woods, and the farm. We will also practice simple breathing and relaxation exercises, and even learn a little Sanskrit! Each semester is different and students are invited to remain in this class as long as they wish. Wear stretchy clothes and bring a sticky mat. Minimum class size of 6. Instructor: Melanie Harrell

Upper Elementary Yoga   Mon. 3:30–4:30

The yoga class for upper elementary students is designed to address the many facets of the growing child’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Benefits of performing the yoga poses include increased mental focus, decreased stress level, increased self-confidence and determination, and physical flexibility and strength. The class format includes active poses in quick succession to creatively direct the student’s youthful energy. Slower paced stretching poses and a resting/relaxation period are included at the end of each class. Instructor: Annette Raj

NIHAOMA Chinese Program   Tue. 3:30–4:30

As China’s role in the world economy and politics grows, Chinese language is becoming increasingly popular. Knowledge and skills of the Chinese language will help your child become successful in the future. NIHAOMA is an educational organization that offers on-site after-school Chinese courses throughout Houston. We offer Chinese classes with simplified writing system used in China, Singapore and the UN. NIHAOMA curriculum of various levels was designed by experienced professionals. By using games, songs, rhymes, role-play, music, video, story books, and hands-on Chinese cultural activities, NIHAOMA makes it fun and easy to learn the Chinese language. NIHAOMA not only encourages young learners to explore their interest and talent in a foreign language and culture, but also motivates them to pursue further studies. Students will be carefully assessed and grouped according to their proficiency level and age. Each group will receive tailored Chinese instruction. Instructor: Ms. Jiayano Pang.

Montessori Model United Nation   Thu. 3:30–5:00

Registration for MMUN includes both fall & spring sessions. No spring registration available. The last class is April 7, the week before the April trip.

The Model UN program, usually open to selected students from various high schools and universities, provides students with an opportunity to simulate the experience of being an ambassador representing a country in the United Nations. They participate in a forum where they can gather to debate current global economic, social,
and political issues such as poverty, illiteracy, war, and other human rights. This program has attracted over 200,000 students annually for over 50 years. Many of its graduates have moved into leadership positions in every walk of life.

Maria Montessori saw that students 9 years old and up have the capacity, enthusiasm, compassion, and the willingness to respond to a need, to espouse a cause, to right a wrong, to establish social justice, to create a moral order, and also to take active steps to be agents of peace. Consequently, the Montessori Model UN (MMUN) program was established in 2006 to give younger students in Upper Elementary and Middle school (9 -15 years) in Montessori Schools around the world the opportunity to participate in this program without a process of selection or restriction. The idea is to gather Montessori students to an international forum, have
them represent different countries in the world as delegates, deliberate upon current topics being discussed in the UN, negotiate aid and assistance, formulate draft resolutions which reflect the country’s foreign policy they are representing, and, in a truly democratic manner, vote these resolutions into place in the actual UN Assembly Hall in New York. (More at www.montessori-mun.org) Post Oak School joined the Montessori Model UN program with a contingent of 24 students in February 2010. It was truly an exhilarating, unforgettable experience for them.

We are inviting the students of the Upper Elementary and Middle school (4th to 8th graders) to participate in the Montessori Model UN 2011 program through the MMUN ASEP. There will be a total of 26 sessions from September through April, when we will leave for New York. The trip will take place from April 12-16, 2011. Parents who wish to accompany the students as chaperones can indicate their intention upon registration.

Although we are very excited about this idea, we would like to reiterate that students will need to commit their time and effort very seriously to this project. It is expected that student delegates, who expect to go as MMUN country representatives, demonstrate a high level of responsibility and commitment, and show courtesy and cooperation at all times.

*Please note that in addition to the registration fee for this class, there are additional associated expenses for the trip to New York which include the registration fee, airfare, hotel accommodation and the cost of food. The estimated cost, based on the trip last year, is approximately $1200 - however; the actual figure will be calculated accurately once the arrangements have been made. Instructors: Errol and Maya Pinto.