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*Registration Opens on January 16th at 8am. Registration Deadline for all after-school activities is Friday, January 23rd at 5:00pm*
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Pinecrest is offering a variety of after-school activity options for all ages. Each class has a unique learning opportunity, timing structure, and price. Learn more below!
Chess – K-6 on Mondays
Learn chess with Silver Knights Chess Academy!
Learn chess with Silver Knights Chess Academy! Students in Kindergarten- 6th grade will have the opportunity to play in tournaments (in-person and online) outside of club time. This program meets for 6 weeks on Mondays from 3:45 -4:45 from January 26th- March 9th with a scheduled make-up class date of March 16th. The price is $145 and is not prorated for absences. New and returning students welcome!
Watercolor – Early Childhood on Mondays
Nurturing curiosity through every color
Our Pre-K Watercolor class for third quarter invites young artists to explore the wonderful world of watercolor painting in a fun, hands-on way. Students will experiment with a variety of watercolor techniques such as blending, layering, and creating texture—while developing fine motor skills and creative confidence. Along the way, they will also learn about and be inspired by artists who use watercolor as their primary medium, encouraging curiosity, observation, and self-expression through art. This program meets on Mondays from 3:45 -4:30 from January 26th- March 9th with a scheduled make-up class date of March 16th. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Guitar Class: 3rd – 6th grade on Tuesdays
Budding musicians will build and grow their guitar skills!
**Returning students do not need to complete registration again.**
We’re excited to offer an engaging guitar class for students in grades 4 and up, led by Mr. Cole Holland. Classes will be held after school on Tuesdays from 3:45–4:25 PM. Students will explore the fundamentals of guitar playing, including: Proper instrument technique, chords and melodies, music reading, and playing by ear. Learning guitar takes time, practice, and perseverance. The price is $115 per month. Inquire & express interest by clicking here.
Fashion Forward: 3rd- 6th grade on Tuesdays
Ignite your child’s creativity where style meets technology!
This exciting program is perfect for young designers with a flair for fashion. While classes are conducted in person, students will use dynamic online design tools to bring their ideas to life, experimenting with fabrics, colors, and styles in a digital format that mirrors the professional fashion world. Throughout the program, students will explore the fundamentals of fashion design, from sketching and digital pattern-making to understanding fabric textures and seasonal trends. Working hands-on with tablets or laptops, they’ll develop their unique style and create virtual mock-ups of clothing, accessories, and costume pieces, all with guidance from experienced instructors. This program meets on Tuesdays from 3:45 -4:45 from January 27th- March 10th with a scheduled make-up class date of March 17th. The price is $185 and is not prorated for absences.
Pastels: K-6 on Wednesdays
Encourage creativity through bold color and expressive mark-making
Students will discover how to use oil pastels in a variety of ways, from smooth blending to strong, textured strokes, while building confidence in their artistic choices. The class will also introduce students to artists who work with oil pastels, helping them see how this medium can be used to tell stories, share ideas, and create visually striking artwork. This program meets on Wednesdays from 3:45 -4:45 from January 28th- March 4th with a scheduled make-up class date of March 18th. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Crochet Club: 2-6 on Thursdays
Learn the art of crochet while building creativity, confidence, and emotional resilience
Through working with yarn, hooks, and simple patterns, students will practice patience, focus, and perseverance as they create fun and functional projects such as scarves, small plush items, and accessories. Crochet naturally supports social-emotional learning by encouraging self-regulation, problem-solving, and a growth mindset in a calm, supportive environment. Students will also have opportunities to collaborate, help one another, and take pride in their progress. No prior experience is needed; beginners are welcome! This program meets on Thursdays from 3:45 -4:45 from January 29th- March 12th with a scheduled make-up class date of March 19th. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Hip Hop: K-3 on Fridays
Get ready to move, groove, and express yourself!
Our Hip-Hop Dance enrichment brings the energy, creativity, and rhythm of hip-hop culture to students in a fun, confidence-building environment. Students will learn beginner-friendly hip-hop techniques and freestyle movement while exploring musicality, rhythm, and coordination. Dancers build confidence, and creativity while expressing themselves and having a great time moving to the music, no experience needed! This program meets on Fridays from 3:45 -4:45 from Friday, January 30th- March 13th. The price is $165 and is not prorated for absences.
Theater Games: 2nd-6th grade on Fridays
Building confidence, one scene at a time!
Young performers will build on skills learned in Performance class and further develop their imaginations, collaboration skills, and self-confidence. Led by Ms. Havens, this weekly class will explore both new and favorite theatre games, and improvisational exercises that focus on having fun while performing. This program meets on Fridays from January 30th – March 13th. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Pinecrest Through The Lens: 4th-6th grade on Fridays
Unlock your creativity and become a visual storyteller for the Pinecrest community!
In this course, students will learn the fundamentals of photography with a specific focus on capturing the spirit of our school—from our unique facilities to the vibrant life of our student body. After mastering the lens, students will transition into the world of graphic design. Using Canva and other digital tools, participants will design professional-grade calendar pages featuring their own photography. The semester concludes with the creation of a custom Pinecrest Community Calendar, showcasing our school through the eyes of its students. This program meets on Fridays from 3:45 -4:45 from Friday, January 30th- March 13th. The price is $115 and is not prorated for absences.
Private Music Lessons: For All Ages on Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays
Pinecrest students can lean into any instrument during set private lesson times throughout the year.
Mr. Holland offers lessons on many instruments, including piano, as part of the lessons program. Private lessons are available to students of all ages. Inquire & express interest below to learn more about specific instruments and the coordination of private lessons at Pinecrest. The price is $195 per month. Invoicing, billing, and registration are through Tolbert Music. Future communication after the inquiry will reflect this. This class is a year-long class. A full-year commitment has many important benefits and helps students succeed.
*Registration Opens on January 16th at 8am. Registration Deadline for all after-school activities is Friday, January 23rd at 5:00pm*
FAQ
Drop-off:
- Many families may choose to have their students stay in after-care prior to the scheduled after-school activity time. K-6 After-care begins at 3:45 and ends at 6:00 pm. Preschool after-care begins at 12:05 and ends at 6:00 pm.
- Some families may choose to pick-up their student at the scheduled dismissal time, and drop them off in-time for the activity. If this is the case, please communicate this with Pinecrest, and check-in your child at the front desk prior to the class.
Pick-up:
- When you come to pick up your child from an after-school activity, please park in a parking spot (not the loop) and call the school at 703-354-3446 and say the following, “Hi, I am here to pick up ____(your child’s name)___ in ___(your child’s class)___.” Examples: “Hi, I am here to pick up Deonte Gardner in 2nd grade from Soccer Class.” or “Hi, I am here to pick up Jamie Tu in first grade from Music Lessons.” You do not need to provide additional information, and speaking slowly and clearly is best.
- If the class is still ongoing, the after-care staff member on the phone will direct you to wait in your car until the class is complete. Then, they will escort all of the students being picked up after the class is finished.
- Any student who’s family has not called expressing they are in the parking lot or previously communicated planned pick-up after the activity will be signed in to after-care once the class is finished.
Pinecrest plans to re-schedule or provide a credit for cancelled classes due to unforeseen circumstances (for example: unexpected weather cancellations).
All students who stay in after-care and for after-school activities will eat their snacks from 3:35-3:45. Students who are picked up at dismissal time and dropped off at the time of their activity will not have a scheduled Pinecrest snack time.
Yes! Many families decide to put their child/children in after-care before and after the after-school activities. Any student whose family has not called expressing they are in the parking lot or previously communicated planned pick-up after the activity will be signed in to after-care once the class is finished.
We’re excited about these courses this Quarter, and we will use this as a time to evaluate to see what we could add or bring back in further Quarters.
Please note that some offerings, beginning in the winter months, are year-long commitments that will continue across other seasons and Quarters.
If a class does not meet the minimum number of students required upon registration, then the class will not be offered.
The maximum class size means that space is limited within our classes, and is on a first-come basis.