Before & After School Programs

Thunder Hill's after-school tech club — a 6-week STEM program. Build & program cool robots, and design & print in 3D!

Sept 28 – Nov 2, 2026 (6 classes: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2)

410-454-9878 · columbia@icodeschool.com

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A fun art-enrichment program designed to build drawing skills and confidence. Certified instructors guide students through original works using artist-grade materials — oil and chalk pastels, watercolor, charcoal, clay, and more. Projects never repeat.

Runs in 5 sessions across the school year (see below). Kids can join anytime — tuition is prorated for the classes remaining in the session.

• Session 1: 9/28, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26 — 5 classes, $139
• Session 2: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14, 12/21, 1/4 (no class 11/23, 12/28) — 8 classes, $225
• Session 3: 1/11, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22 (no class 1/18, 2/15) — 5 classes, $139
• Session 4: 3/1, 3/8, 3/15, 4/5, 4/12 (no class 3/22, 3/29) — 5 classes, $139
• Session 5: 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/24 (no class 5/17) — 5 classes, $139

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Thunder Hill Elementary's after-school theatre program, staging Disney's The Lion King JR. If any family is interested in the play but the cost is a concern, CCTA does offer scholarship opportunities for families who need financial assistance — apply here: https://forms.gle/gQcXsXwoJhv6uu5X8. CCTA can be reached at 410-381-0700 or admin@cctarts.org — they're happy to answer questions and help families learn more about available assistance.

Oct 20, Oct 27, Nov 10, Nov 17, Dec 1, Dec 8, Dec 15, Dec 22, Jan 5, Jan 12 (no class 11/3, 11/24, 1/19)

Show: January 26

410.381.0700 · admin@cctarts.org

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Challenging chess lessons, fun group activities, and exciting tournaments. Brand-new players and seasoned checkmate artists both welcome — kindergartners and new chess players welcome!

9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13 (8 classes)

+1 866-949-4386

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A physical-activity-based program that builds girls' confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills through a running-focused curriculum, culminating in a celebratory 5K. The program fee includes lessons, program materials, the 5K, a program shirt, a water bottle, and more. Financial assistance is available.

Starts Tuesday, September 29

info@gotrcentralmd.org

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All skill levels welcome! Silver Knights has taught 10,000+ children to play chess in Howard County, including state champions — though most students are beginners. Class time splits between lessons and practice games, from basic rules to advanced tournament strategies, with chances to play in tournaments. All chess supplies provided.

Starts Oct 14, 2026 (5 classes)

Patrick Hughes · 410-313-4622 · phughes@HowardCountyMD.gov

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A well-rounded program to learn and improve Spanish — greetings, the alphabet, numbers, colors, shapes, animals, and more, through conversation, music, flashcards, games, videos, art, and storybooks. Fee includes online resources for continued practice at home.

Starts Sept 28, 2026 (6 classes)

Carson Nickell · 410-313-4721 · cjnickell@HowardCountyMD.gov

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It's teamwork, with a beat! Budding musicians play as a band while learning collaboration, timing, and performance skills — choose drums, guitar, piano, violin, or ukulele at registration. Fee includes a rental instrument and required curriculum; instruments and music go home between classes. A signed rental agreement is required, and families are responsible for the return cost of any unreturned or damaged instrument.

Starts Nov 4, 2026 (6 classes)

Carson Nickell · 410-313-4721 · cjnickell@HowardCountyMD.gov

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"Create & Explore!" — hands-on STEAM exploration introducing science, technology, engineering, art, and math. Explore coding with Scratch or Scratch Jr, build and program LEGO® Spike Essentials and Prime robots, run science experiments, design simple machines and circuits, and create STEAM-based art and digital projects. A brief assessment tailors the experience for both new and returning students.

Starts Nov 18, 2026, late fall (6 classes)

Patrick Hughes · 410-313-4622 · phughes@HowardCountyMD.gov

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Master ball handling, shooting, passing, and game rules at your own pace, with friendly scrimmages that build teamwork and sportsmanship. Each class includes warm-ups, an activation game, three sport-specific skills, a scrimmage, and a cooldown — great whether you're brand-new or already play.

Two sessions (see below)

• Ages 5–7, Session 1: Starts Sep 9, 5:05–6:05 PM — 6 classes, $119
• Ages 8–11, Session 1: Starts Sep 9, 4:00–5:00 PM — 6 classes, $119
• Ages 5–7, Session 2: Starts Nov 4, 5:05–6:05 PM — 6 classes, $119
• Ages 8–11, Session 2: Starts Nov 4, 4:00–5:00 PM — 6 classes, $119

Curtis L. Gore · 410-313-4705 · cgore@HowardCountyMD.gov

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Build fundamental athletic skills through running, jumping, and mental-focus drills — refining gross motor skills, balance, coordination, speed, and agility through interactive drills, games, and friendly competitive racing. All experience levels welcome.

Two sessions (see below)

• Session 1: Starts Sep 28 — 6 classes, $115
• Session 2: Starts Nov 9 — 6 classes, $115

Krista Billingsley · 410-313-4703 · kbillingsley@HowardCountyMD.gov

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Back to Scouting Night — come learn about Pack 838's activities, including camping, the Pinewood Derby, community service, and more. Open to boys and girls in grades K–5.

Torey — scoutmaster.pack838@gmail.com

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Troop 4709 is looking for girls in grades K–3 (Daisies & Brownies) to join for the 2026–2027 school year. Activities include selling cookies, caroling/volunteering, rollerskating, hands-on crafts, and nature/outdoor activities. Camping is optional.

Membership year: Oct 1, 2026 – Sept 30, 2027

Troop Leader Emi Henley — emikhenley@mail.com (not Gmail)

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A free 10-week after-school STEM program for 4th- and 5th-grade girls, taught in small groups by trained high school tutors: robotics & circuits, biology & chemistry, physics & engineering, and coding. Includes a field trip, an end-of-semester showcase, and all materials.

Fall semester, starting Oct 20, 2026 · Room 122

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Register by Oct 16 — first come, first served (20 spots).