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*Registration Opens on March 16th at 8am. Registration Deadline for all after-school activities is Friday, March 20th at 6:00pm*
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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 8 weeks on Mondays from 3:45 -4:45 from March 23rd-May 18th with a scheduled make-up class date of June 1st. The price is $180 and is not prorated for absences. New and returning students welcome!
Storybook Art Studio: Early Childhood on Mondays
Where stories come to life!
In this fun and imaginative class, Pre-K students dive into wonderful picture books and bring the stories to life through art. After enjoying an interactive story time, children create their own artwork inspired by the book using paint, collage, drawing, and other creative materials. Young artists will explore colors, textures, and shapes while developing fine motor skills, creativity, and a love of reading. Each week features a new story and a new artistic adventure! This program meets for 8 weeks on Mondays from 3:45 -4:30 from March 23rd-May 18th with a scheduled make-up class date of June 1st. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Martial Arts – K-6 on Mondays
Find your inner warrior
In this class, students build power and play through engaging drills that improve functional strength, coordination, and body awareness. Beyond the physical, our curriculum helps children develop “super focus” by sharpening concentration and self-control—skills that translate directly to better listening in the classroom. Most importantly, we foster the confidence to lead; by mastering new techniques and reaching personal milestones, students gain the self-esteem and goal-setting mindset needed to navigate school and friendships with ease. registration fee includes a Precision Kix t-shirt, uniform, and belt. This program meets for 8 weeks on Mondays from 3:45 -4:45 from March 23rd-May 18th with a scheduled make-up class date of June 1st. The price is $140 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.
RoboCoding: Early Childhood on Tuesdays
Coding without the keyboard
RoboCoding gives Pre-K students a hands-on introduction to the fundamentals of both coding and robotics by challenging them to build and execute programs with real robots. Using award-winning Cubelets, students combine robotic cubes to craft machines that can light up, move, and interact with the world around them. Collaborating on coding activities reinforces life skills like teamwork and
problem-solving, and completing challenges leaves students feeling confident and proud. This program meets on Tuesdays from 3:45 -4:30 from March 24th-May 19th with a scheduled make-up class date of May 26th. The price is $180 and is not prorated for absences.
Drawing 101:K-6 on Wednesdays
Fueling minds through fine arts
Students will focus on building their drawing skills while exploring a variety of subjects and techniques. We will practice drawing still lifes to learn about observation, shading, and detail. Students will also work on drawing the face and body, helping them understand proportions and how to capture expression and movement. Throughout the class, we will explore how to turn simple 3D shapes, like spheres, cubes, and cylinders into more complex drawings. This program meets on Wednesdays from 3:45 -4:45 from March 25th-May 20th with a scheduled make-up class date of May 27th. 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 March 26th- May 21st with a scheduled make-up class date of May 28th. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Soccer: Early Childhood on Thursdays
Learning the goal of teamwork!
Kick and Goal! Our fun and high energy soccer classes combine instruction on fundamental skills and friendly games to teach the basics of soccer and teamwork. Our trained coaches develop each player by improving their individual skills such as passing, dribbling, shooting, rebounding, and defending while, at the same time, learning how to work within the framework of a team. This class meets on Thursdays from 3:45-4:30 for Pre-K and 4:30-5:30 for K-6th grade from March 26th- May 21st with a scheduled make-up class on May 28th. The price is $185 for 8 weeks 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 March 27th-May 15th. The price is $135 and is not prorated for absences.
Photography: 4th-6th grade on Fridays
Master the art of the shot!
As spring arrives, 4th, 5th and 6th grade students in Creative Photography will explore the outdoors through the lens of a DSLR camera. This quarter will focus on honing technical skills and developing individual creative style using macro magnification lenses, outdoor light and the natural world as subject. Both students with experience and those new to photography are welcome, and all supplies including Nikon cameras and camera SD cards will be provided. This program meets on Fridays from 3:45 -4:45 from March 27th- May 15th. 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 March 16th at 8am. Registration Deadline for all after-school activities is Friday, March 20th at 6:00pm*
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.