After School Programs
Chess Club
ROMONA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
SESSION 2
Wednesdays 3:20-4:20 pm
Don't miss out on Chess-Ed's Chess Enrichment Program this Winter & Spring! This after-school program will run for 18 weeks starting from January 10th, 2024 and ending on May 15, 2024.
This program is perfect for beginners and novice players, with professional instruction covering
the basics and continuing with opening theory, middle game planning, and end game
combinations for more advanced students. Playing chess has numerous benefits, including
improved memory, analytical and critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities,
responsibility, sportsmanship, social skills, and more.
The chess program is open to all students in all grades and of all playing levels.
Winter/Spring Session: 1/10, 1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/6, 3/13, 3/20,
(spring break no school 3/27,) 4/3, 4/10, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8, and 5/15/2024.18-weeks
EARLY Registration through 12/27/23 - $288
ON TIME Registration 12/28 to 1/4/24- $298
LATE Registration 1/5 to 1/26/24- $318
Skyline Theatre
Beauty and the Beast is a classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped under the spell of an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity. With many fun roles such as Belle, Beast, Gaston, Chip, Mrs. Potts, Lumiere, and more, this "tale as old as time" is filled with spectacular musical numbers such as “Be Our Guest,” “Gaston,” and “Beauty and the Beast,” this show offers the perfect balance of dramatic and comedic moments where all actors can shine.
Sing, dance, act, and embark on an unforgettable journey to bring the magic of a popular musical to life onstage. Guided by a professional teaching artist, Stars level up by singing solos, developing character, and learning fundamental musical theatre choreography. From the moment auditions kick off on the first day, Stars feel the rush of anticipation as they showcase their talents. Every actor who participates is assigned a named role, and receives a script and rehearsal materials.
Open to Romona 3rd and 4th Graders!
THURSDAY CAST 3:15-5:15
January 25 - April 25
NO CLASS: 3/21, 3/28
SHOW: 4/25 (Thursday)
FRIDAY CAST 2:15-4:15
January 19 - April 25
NO CLASS: 1/26, 3/22, 3/29
SHOW: 4/25 (Thursday)
HOOPS4HEALTH
Romona PTA is excited to offer an afterschool basketball program through Hoops4Health this spring at Romona for our 1st-4th graders!
Throughout the program coaches will cover different skills include Shooting, Dribbling, Passing, Rebounding, and Defense. Coaches will teach the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship which is vital to becoming a strong basketball player.
1st & 2nd Grade: Thursdays 3:15-4:15
April 11th - May 30th
8 Sessions
3rd & 4th Grade: Fridays 2:15-3:15
April 12th - May 31st
8 Sessions
Girls on the run
Girls on the Run (GOTR) is a wonderful and popular 10 week program for 3rd and 4th grade girls. The girls train for a celebratory 5k run through interactive lessons that encourage positive physical and social-emotional development. Volunteer coaches (usually Romona parents) are trained by the Girls on the Run organization and run 2 weekly 75 minutes practices which are held right after school at Romona.
Romona Girls on the Run Practices will be held After School at Romona beginning March 18th on Mondays and Wednesdays!
Mandarin-English BIlingual Story Time
This collaboration between Romona PTA and Northwestern Department of Asian Languages and Cultures to enhance the language exposure and cultural understanding for the participating Romona students and aligns with the goal to create an environment of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging.
Storytime: During each session, two Northwestern students would read bilingual stories to the participating students and facilitate post-reading activities such as art craft.
Open to Romona Students Kindergarten - 2nd Graders
Mondays 3:20p - 4:20p
4 Weeks
4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20
Express to Connect
Express to connect is an expressive arts program designed by licensed mental health counselors. Students will increase their connection to self, others, and the space around them as they dance, draw, and create. This program is designed with fun in mind, as students engage in expressive therapeutic activities to increase confidence, empathy, and one’s ability to name and regulate emotions.
Questions? Email VP3 Enrichment: vp3enrichment@romonapta.org
