Arlington Science Focus School

SPRING 2025

MONDAYS

Sensational Science K-5th

In Sensational Science, children will harness heat energy, learn the science behind conduction, and explore the properties of both light and color. They will experiment with magnets, examine curious optical illusions, and explore potential and kinetic energy! Children will get to learn all about robots and witness a hair-raising demonstration of static electricity.

Classes include:

Harnessing Heat
Lights, Color, Action
Magnetic Magic
Moving Motion
Optical Illusions
Sonic Sounds
All About Animals
Watts Up

Chess K-5th

Learn chess with Silver Knights Chess Academy (formerly Magnus Chess Academy), world champion Magnus Carlsen’s academy! We’ve taught 100,000 children to play including state and national champions, but most students are beginners looking to learn a new skill and have FUN. Class time is divided between lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies.

Students will have the opportunity to play in tournaments (in-person and online) outside of club time. This in-person club includes free online extras including weekly practice tournaments and an event with world champion Magnus Carlsen or Judit Polgar, the best female chess player of all time. All chess supplies provided. All skill levels are welcome. For more information please visit chessacademy.com.

TUESDAYS

Group Guitar K-5th

Students will participate in an ensemble music group. Students will learn about the instruments as well as how to play in a music group.

FREE Rental instrument and curriculum included! Instruments and music are intended for in class AND at home practice. Rental Instrument must be returned at the last class.

Run Club K-5th

Is your child ready to burn off some steam & have some fun? Join this co-ed running club where your child will have the chance to meet new friends, have a team building experience, move their bodies with fun running activities such as relays, speed, agility & quickness, & pacing all packed into an hour of movement, character building, and team fun. We will be building our cardiovascular system and muscles.

WEDNESDAYS

Cooking: Breakfast Club K-5th

In this session, the kids will get to learn all sorts of breakfast treats, ranging from super simple, to a delicious meal to get excited over! They will be breakfast champions by the end, being able to crack eggs without a second thought and how to be a baking pro.

Famous Landmarks from Around the World K-5th

Embark on a cultural expedition like no other with our immersive workshop, "Around the Globe: Crafting Famous Landmarks"!

Join us on an artistic voyage where elementary kids and their families will discover the captivating ceramic traditions of diverse nations. From the intricate blue-and-white patterns of Portuguese azulejos to the delicate porcelain artistry of Japanese Kutani ware, each class will transport you to a new destination filled with history, craftsmanship, and creativity.

Experience the beauty of global artistry as we sculpt, mold, and paint our way through iconic landmarks, celebrating the rich tapestry of cultures that adorn our world.

Unleash your imagination and embrace the spirit of unity through art, as we bridge continents and generations to create masterpieces inspired by the wonders of the world!

THURSDAYS

Lego: Mining & Crafting K-5th

Travel to the Nether with Snapology—but watch out for those Creepers! Come join us as we bring MinecraftTM to life using LEGO® bricks. Create your own world, including animals, creepers and your very own LEGO® MinecraftTM character.

Early Elementary Mandarin K-5th

ISL provides a well-rounded Mandarin program for those children in grades K-2 that are either starting to learn Mandarin or would like to continue adding to their knowledge of Mandarin. Apart from the language, children will learn some culture and traditions where Mandarin is spoken. During this program, students will be introduced to greetings and presentations, the characters, the family, the school, numbers, colors, shapes, sizes, animals, parts of the body and senses, professions, places in the city and many more!

Topics rotate each session; therefore, students who register for later sessions will learn something different each time. Each student will receive handouts that they will be able to use in class and at home! Class sizes are small and taught by native speakers who are experienced teachers of the language and culture, engaging, fun and motivating. Students' diverse learning modalities are addressed through the following: Conversation, Music, Flashcards, Games, Videos, Art, and Storybooks. Instructors use every moment as an opportunity to motivate students to use and practice their speaking skills.

During each program, we introduce a series of games and activities that develop the skills needed to learn a second language in a consistent and sequential manner. After every class, parents receive an email from their teacher that includes what was done in class and if there is any homework for the week. This email also includes any ideas to use at home with your child in order to solidify what they are learning in class.

FRIDAYS

Science: Make it or Break it! 2nd-5th

How were skyscrapers, teslas, and tiny homes made? ENGINEERS!! What is an engineer you ask? Well, forget the dictionary definition. Engineers are dreamers, planners, problem solvers, and tinkerers.

Over the course of our time together, your child will take on projects and hands-on challenges, in hopes of finding success. Every theme will begin with making a plan, then move on to the building & trials phase, and finally end with a final test. From egg drops and Rube Goldberg machines to earthquake simulators and tower challenges, there will be much to get excited about.

Sports & PE Games K-2nd

In this program, we will play some of the best sports and PE games ever invented. We will choose from knockout, extreme kickball, handball, capture the flag, modified dodgeball, ultimate frisbee, floor hockey, soccer and more. We will also take suggestions from children to make sure the fun never ends!

Each day, our goal is to motivate each player to compete with high effort and a positive attitude towards self and others. We hope you can join us!