Activities are listed in Alphabetical Order
4-H Pony Partners: Are you interested in learning all about horses?! Join us to learn the basic skills of horse care, safety, horse breeds, colors, and horse nutrition. You will learn how to interact safely with a pony. We will complete horse craft projects and an activity book. You will also have the opportunity to groom and lead our 4-H miniature horses and ponies that come to visit! Must wear closed toed shoes..
Animal Helpers If you like animals, we'll be working with lots of them. Learn to care for your animal friends. Feed calves and lambs, chickens and pigs. You may even get to milk a cow! Transportation will be provided to Coverdale Farms.
Around the World in 6 Dishes Curiosity created the cook! Calling all kids interested in learning about different cultures and the foods that they eat! For each week we will experience a “world” of hands-on cooking! Cultures and countries to be explored include France, Greece, Italy, India, China and Mexico. Come travel with us on this international culinary adventure!
Arts and Crafts Express yourself! Travel around the world through Crafts! Experiment with your creative side. Find new ways to share your thoughts and feelings with others through the process of making art. A variety of fun materials will be explored creating a different project each week
Astronomy There are some very famous stars. Can you name any? Is there really a star named Beetlejuice? How did the earth end up as the third rock from the sun? Find out the answers at the After-The-Bell Astronomy group!
Bass Fishing Would you like to learn the special skills needed to catch a prize bass in your own rivers and streams? A local tournament bass fisherman will help you learn about the sport of Bass fishing, as well as about B.A.S.S., the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society. We will talk about the equipment necessary, the casting styles, the patterns of the fish, and end with a trip to fish with a pro!!
Book Club Do you like to read but dislike being told what to read? Then this book club is for you. Every week, each member will read a book of their choice, then share the book you have read with the group, learn to write a review, and lastly, find another book for the next week.
Bowling Strike or Spare? Come learn the fundamentals of Bowling while you see how many pins you can knock down! Can you get the highest score? We will travel to Prices Lanes to bowl each week.
Boys Basketball Come out and enjoy the fun of Boys Basketball!! Be sure to bring shorts or sweats AND rubber-soled shoes or sneakers, AND lots of energy!
Brain Base Can't find time to get your homework finished, or want to finish early? Do you sometimes need help with studying and projects? Come to Brain Base to catch up or get ahead on your studies. Go online to see your homework assignments, check your grades, or to see how far you have come!
Cheerleading Learn the basics of Cheerleading including stunts and cheers used by Kennett High School Cheerleaders!
Cops! Sirens screaming! Lights flashing! What is it like to be a cop? Come and learn from a police chief and his cops.
Dance, Dance, Dance Come learn a variety of different dances - everything from ballroom, hip-hop, Latin dance, line dances and many others.
First Tee Golf! Welcome to the world of beginner golf. You will be taught will be proper club selection, stances, gripping, swing speed, and game etiquette. Come out and open your mind to the wonderful world of golf. Dress for the weather and the golf course! We will travel to the Kennett Square Golf & Country Club.
Fun With Flowers In this course, we will be learning the basics of fresh flower arranging. We will decorate a wreath, learn to make a corsage, make silk and fresh arrangements, as well as paper flowers! Learn what the pros know! Are you a ‘budding’ florist?
Girl Power, A Passport to the Future Create your own passport journal as you visit local businesses owned by women. If you haven’t yet thought of what your future will hold, come meet amazing women here in your communities who have made their dreams come true. You will take field trips to explore a variety of different careers as you fill your passport with interesting mementos from your travels.
Glamour Girls Get beautiful inside and out with skin care and color products! Learn how to keep your skin healthy and how to apply lip and eye colors too! Glam it up with your girlfriends while learning the newest trends, tips and techniques. Learn how to enrich the lives of others as well as yourself!
Jr. Engineers Come and experience what it takes to be a mechanical engineer! Construct functional models in miniature, from cranes to trucks, using nuts and bolts, girders and gears!
Lego Robotics! Lego Robotics goes to the moon!Join the KMS Robotics Team. We use Lego Mindstorm robotics kits to design and build a working robot that performs a series of complex tasks. We also invent something using scientific research and present it to judges in tournament competition next year. We need teamwork, strategy, science, and presentation skills to win. One day for boys, another for girls.
Let’s Get Cooking We eat meals every day, asking ourselves "What should I have today?". Join us and cook up some amazing recipes, then surprise your friends and family with your new and exciting choices!
Martial Arts Get a kick out of school with Martial Arts classes taught by a Black Belt and tournament champion. Learn physical skills such as kicks, punches, take downs & self-defense. Prepare for a Martial Arts demonstration. Learn self-discipline and control. Must wear long pants.
Outdoor Fun and Games Let's go outside and have some fun! We'll play Kickball, Baseball, Relay Races, Tennis Baseball, and more! Be sure to wear some sneakers.
Paint For Fun at Kennett Design Travel to a local social art studio in downtown Kennett Square! Have fun working with acrylic paint and make your own masterpieces with step-by-step instruction by a local artist!
Plants, Birds and Rain! Come celebrate ‘Earth Day’. What is a rain barrel and how can you use one at home? What kind of bird is that? What will this plant become, a flower or a vegetable? We will grow plants and make a Mother’s Day Gift to take home.
Photography Why is the person in the background blurry? How can I take a great portrait photograph? What is photographic composition? Come learn tricks from a pro to make your pictures say more about what you feel. Digital cameras will be available for you to use. Have fun and learn a new hobby!
Project Alert! Say ‘no’ to smoking, drugs, alcohol and marijuana. Come join this activity to build friendships, and have fun while learning ways to resist harmful habits. We will have games, sports, movies…There’s lots to do here!
Run, Kennett, Run! On your mark, get set, go! Grab your running shoes, and join Mrs. Keer! Learn about stretching techniques, exercises, various running events, and what it takes to make you a better runner. We will begin training for the Kennett Run to be held in May.
Science Experiments Come and build a solar operated car! Did you like to play 'Operation', the game? Then come and learn the electronics behind it! Make your own game that you will get a 'charge' out of! Each week we will tackle a new challenging aspect of science in a fun way! By the way….no lab reports required!
Scrapbooking Make a scrapbook to display your favorite memories! You’ll start in class by taking pictures and choosing themes. By the end of the cycle you'll have the beginnings of a' Lifetime of Memories'!
Soccer Come one, come all! Everyone can play. Score some goals and join the fun of playing soccer. SNEAKERS are a must for this activity. After the Bell soccer will provide a fun and instructional format for the development of both the beginners and experienced players.
Sweets and Snacks Do you love to bake? We'll set up and run a company to manufacture and sell cookies, cupcakes and other sweet treats!. They're fun to make, sell and eat. Learn the basics of running a sweet business!
Take a Look at Italy! Ciao! Discover what it means to be Italian-American as you speak a little of the language and familiarize yourself with the contribution of Italian culture to the USA. Benvenuti!
The Land Conservancy Join us as we explore and learn about the natural world! TLC will teach you about putting a little 'TLC' back into the land while you learn about making your ecosystems grow and prosper. We'll be spending some time outside enjoying nature, playing in the woods, and learning a little at the same time. Healthy ecosystems can create a healthy world; let us share this journey with YOU!
Warm Heads, Hands and Hearts We will be making scarves, hats and maybe even mittens. It will be fun and easy and you don't need to know how to sew or knit. The best part is that when we're done, we will be helping out others by donating our cozy warm items to people who are in need.
Wilderness Survival Skills Learn basic wilderness survival skills: basic first aid, how to navigate, find shelter, signal for help, and build a survival kit that will help you stay comfortable in any survival situation.
YMCA Basketball Bring your skills to the YMCA Court! Drills, pickup games, and free court time with plenty of room to make your moves!
YMCA Girls Zumba! Come dance to the latest Latin hits with the most popular moves! Break a sweat with our high energy class meant for all levels of dancers!
YMCA Volleyball Bump, Set, Spike, Score! You’ll learn basic rules of the game and each week we’ll focus on a different skill in the game of volleyball. You’ll learn the importance of teamwork in the great game of volleyball. We’ll have fun competitions and play in a scrimmage at the end of the session!
Yoga Comeand learn how to energize your body, relax your mind and reduce your stress level, utilizing Yoga. We will teach you breathingtechniques, simple stretches and easy-to-follow movements designed for everybody … and every body. Expect to notice improvement in your ability to relax, your energy level and your flexibility!
Tips for a Successful After-The-Bell Registration
- Registration is on a first come first serve basis. Incomplete registration forms cannot be processed, causing students to miss the opportunity to be included in their desired classes. Activities fill quickly, so it is best not to wait until the second day of registration to have your child turn in his/her registration.
- Please complete all parts of the form including the student information page, the activity selection page, and the medical information page (please note ATB does not have access to school medical records). Registration forms must be signed by the parents/guardians and student. Students will not be accepted into the After-The-Bell program without a parent/guardian signature on the Registration Form.
- Students may register for one, two, or all three days of a cycle. Students must select two activities each day from 3-4:00pm and from 4-5:00pm OR a double session from 3-5:00pm. Students must participate in the entire program from 3:00-5:00pm.
- Students must list their 1st, 2nd, and 3rd choices of activities. After-The-Bell makes every effort to provide students with their first choice of activity; however, due to the volume of students involved in After-The-Bell, that is not always possible.
- Be sure to match the days you want to come with the activities available that day. Example: If Bowling is offered on Tuesday, do not put it in a Thursday slot. Review the At a Glance Page.
- Example: If you really want to do Jr. Engineers (a double) but you put it in your 2nd Choice slot, you will be assigned your 1st Choice.
Sample Activity Selection Page
-Circle the days you would like to attend.
-Write down 3 activity names of your interests on these days for each session.
-If choosing a double session, write the activity name across both lines,
double sessions run for 2 hours (3:00 - 5:00).
-Classes fill up quickly, and not listing enough choices will not only slow the process of your registration, but we may not be able to register you for the activities you are interested in.
TUESDAY
1st Session (3:00-4:00 PM) 2nd Session (4:00-5:00 PM)
1choice ______
2 choice ______
3 choice ______
WEDNESDAY
1st Session (3:00-4:00 PM) 2nd Session (4:00-5:00 PM)
1 choice ______
2 choice ______
3 choice ______
THURSDAY
1st Session (3:00-4:00 PM) 2nd Session (4:00-5:00 PM)
1 choice ______
2 choice ______
3 choice ______