After School Program:  Spring Session 

March 2026

Activity Dates: 

Tuesday Dates: March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28

Wednesday Dates: March  11, 18, 25, April  15, 22, 29, May 13

Thursday Dates: March 19, 26, April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14

Friday Dates: March 13, 27, April 17, 24, May 1, 8, 15

February  2026

Dear Parents/Guardians,

We are pleased to inform you that I.S. 24 is fortunate to be able to offer your child an opportunity to participate in our Self Sustaining After School Program (SSASP). In an effort to enrich your child’s middle school experience we are offering a variety of extra-curricular activities (see below). 

Each program will be held on Tuesday through Friday, from 2:21-3:51  The cost of each program is $185.00 for a seven (7) week session. Please note some programs may have an additional supply fee.

Only Credit Card payments will be accepted. Please complete the registration form online at www.barnes24.org.  Application and payment are due by March 4, 2026.  Online payments will show up on your credit card statement as OSP1489MyraSBarnesSINY.  If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. O'Connor or Mrs. Doyle.

Also note that if a particular activity has low registration, we will be unable to sustain the activity. If you have any questions, please contact Mrs. Doyle in Room 315 or Mrs. O'Connor in the gymnasium with any questions.

General policies: Registration fees are refundable minus the credit card fee only if a class is canceled.  Classes will be canceled in the event of insufficient enrollment.  Your child will be accepted to the program upon receipt of both the registration and fees.  Placement into a class goes according to availability. There will be no bus transportation available. Failure to pick up your child at dismissal of the program may lead to the removal from the program. After our program, students enrolled in the UAU program may attend the UAU program until 5 PM.

Student Information

Parent Information

Tuesday Dates: March 10, 17, 24, 31, April 14, 21, 28

Wednesday Dates: March  11, 18, 25, April  15, 22, 29, May 13

Thursday Dates: March 19, 26, April 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14

Friday Dates: March 13, 27, April 17, 24, May 1, 8

Tuesday  2:20-3:50 

Chess Club: Ms. Ginos  $185.00 - ENDS AT 4:30 PM 

Students will learn how the pieces move, to play a chess game from start to finish, and to develop strategies. Students will have the opportunity to play a tournament competition as part of the chess club.

Painting: Ms. Virone  $205.00  Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee (12 students maximum)

Participants will refine their skills and techniques, adding layers and depth to their artwork. This collaborative experience encourages self-expression and artistic growth, culminating in a unique and personal masterpiece.  

Minecraft: Mrs. G $185.00  (Maximum 12 Students)

Minecraft Club is an opportunity for students to work together on a team build using Minecraft Education Edition. 

Beginner Guitar: Mr. Barry $185.00

Unleash your inner rockstar! All guitar players are welcome. No experience, no problem this experience is going to get you on your path to learning guitar.

Wednesday 2:20-3:50 

STEM Warriors: Mrs. D.Amoroso $185.00 (Maximum 18 Students)

At STEM Warriors, we help students uncover the excitement and adventure in the world of science, technology, engineering and math.Students will learn many new STEM skills and develop a love of all things science!  

Guitar Ensemble: Mr. Barry $185.00

Unleash your inner rockstar! Intermediate to experienced guitar players are welcome, this is not a beginner class. 

Baking: Ms. Ginos $205.00

Who doesn't love a sweet treat after a long day? "Treat" yourself! You'll learn the basics of baking, decorating, and preparing desserts. (Maximum of 16 students) Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee

Cardboard Box Club: Mr. LaPorta $185.00 (Maximum 12 Students)

Think outside the box! In this hands-on program, students learn to safely work with tools as they invent, build, and create amazing projects using cardboard and their imagination.

Drum Bucket: Mr. Taromina $185.00 

Whether you’re a total beginner or have been playing drums for years, this after-school bucket drumming class is open to all ages and skill levels. You’ll master the fundamentals of percussion through essential techniques, jamming along to music, and even learning some show-stopping stick tricks.

Scrapbooking: Ms. Legate  $205.00  Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee (12 students maximum)Students will design and create their very own scrapbook! Students will learn basic scrapbooking techniques, explore creative layouts, and use photos, drawings, and decorations to tell their personal stories. By the end of the program, each student will have a unique keepsake they can be proud of!

Thursday  2:20-3:50 

Baking: Ms. Ginos $205.00

Who doesn't love a sweet treat after a long day? "Treat" yourself! You'll learn the basics of baking, decorating, and preparing desserts. (Maximum of 16 students) Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee

Coding: Mrs. Portalatin $185.00 

An introduction to block-based coding for beginners.  Students will learn to add and edit code, create character costumes and backgrounds, and add sound effects to design their own video game! 

Dungeons and Dragons: Mr. Scaffidi $185.00

Dungeons & Dragons is the world's most popular fantasy role-playing game! In this session, students will take part in an exciting campaign. They will create unique characters, explore different maps, and defeat powerful monsters while building their communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.

Creative Crafts: Mrs. Margolis $205.00 

Students will be using their creativity, and  imagination to make gifts.  Each student will take home their creative crafts to proudly display and celebrate the seasons. Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee (Maximum of 18 students)

Jazz Band: Mrs. Yuzuk  $185.00

Jazz Band is a program open to musicians who play the following instruments: drum set, bass guitar, jazz guitar, jazz keyboard, trombone, baritone, trumpet, alto sax, tenor sax, and baritone saxophone. Musicians must have a minimum experience of two years playing their instrument. We will explore this genre by listening to the jazz masters, learning some improvisation skills, and by preparing fun charts.

Diamond Art: Ms. Ferro  $205..00  Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee (12 students maximum) Jump into a sparkle-filled creative adventure where art meets chill vibes! In Diamond Painting you’ll turn simple canvases into glittering masterpieces using tiny, colorful gems — no previous art skills required. Hang out with friends, relax to music, have a snack and make eye-catching art you’ll  want to display.

Friday 2:20-3:50 

3D Printing: Mr. LaPorta and Mr. Maccarriello  $205.00

Explore the 3D printing process from beginning to end. We will learn how to design 3D models with Tinkercad software. Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee (24 students maximum)

Jewelry Making: Ms. Scarimbolo  $205.00 

Each week students will learn how to make different bracelet patterns. Students will express themselves through design, color, and patterns, nurturing their individuality and imagination. Please note this activity has an included $20 material fee 

Volleyball: Ms. Cios and Ms. Slizewski $185.00

Basic volleyball skills such as passing and serving will be worked on during this program. Small group practice and competition will be focused on to encourage skill development and sportsmanship.

Fencing $185

(Maximum of 24 students) En Garde! Come put your plastron and pommel on during an invigorating fencing match.  Learn how to lunge, glide, disengage, and demonstrate your deception skills.