Life at SEA

After School Programs

After School Programs at SEA

offer families the flexibility of engaging and meaningful care for their children when the school day ends. With a variety of options from 3:25 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., many families take advantage of these programs and students are eager to spend additional time with classmates and friends.

Extended Day

During Extended Day, students enjoy a snack, work on homework, and spend time with friends. 
 
Extended Day staff members supervise the completion of homework and can provide some learning support. Students who have music instruction or formal tutoring outside of Extended Day are escorted to their lessons at the appropriate times and can return to Extended Day upon completion. Extended Day staff members make every attempt to take children outside to play every day. In the winter, students with boots, a warm jacket, and appropriate outdoor accessories can play outside unless it’s extremely cold, and they even enjoy playing in the snow with appropriate weatherproof gear. 
 
Extended Day is open to students in Preschool – 5th Grade and offers a daily and half-daily rate. 

SEA Explorers

Families who enroll their children in our Extended Day Program have the opportunity to choose SEA Explorers enrichment experiences to extend learning and enhance the after school experience. SEA Explorer classes range from athletic instruction and cooking classes, to travelling programs from Pittsburgh institutions such as Phipps Conservatory and the Pittsburgh Zoo.  

Since SEA Explorers enrichment classes happen at varying times after school, many families enroll their children in the Extended Day program and select SEA Explorers courses as enhancements to the Extended Day experience.  Children are escorted to and from Extended Day to SEA Explorers courses based on each family’s choice. Class schedules change each trimester, and prices vary based on the class.    

Winter/Spring 2023 Courses

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  • Monday SEA Explorers Courses

    Classes run January 16 - May 12, 2023, unless otherwise noted.

    Learning with Legos | Tisa Schuit
    Each week, students will engage their creative brain while promoting fine motor skills, encouraging teamwork, and developing problem-solving and mathematical skills.
    Grades PS – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Brain Games | Connie Martin
    Students will challenge their minds to think in different ways as they enjoy cards, skill games such as such as Qwirkle, Mastermind, Sequence, Connect 4, jigsaw puzzles and mind benders.
    Grades 2 – 4
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Sports Medicine and Horse Vet |     Laura Stumpf
    For the first 8 weeks, Students will explore the roles of an athletic trainer and orthopedic surgeon while learning how to diagnose and treat common sports injuries such as sprains, strains, and athlete’s foot. For the remaining 6 weeks, students will learn all about horses and their care. Students will adopt and name their plush horse and learn the anatomy and maintenance of a horse. They will also learn basic horse nutrition, riding styles, gaits and basic key responsibilities of an equine veterinarian.
    Grades K – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $275

    Sing-a-long | Alyse Alexander
    If you love to sing, this program is for you! Come sing -a- long to some of the greatest children hits of all time. Have fun, rock out, and sing at the top of your lungs as we jam out together. 
     
    Grades PS – 5
    4:00 – 5:00
    $250

  • Tuesday SEA Explorers Courses

    Classes run January 16 – May 12, 2023, unless otherwise noted.

    Hasbro Creative | Hidden Gyms
    Hasbro has invented many of the most enjoyed classic board and card games of all time. Students will have the opportunity to design, create, and play their own board or card games. Don’t be SORRY! Let’s just CONNECT 4 and become a perfect MATCH!
    Grades PS – 5
    4:00 – 5:00
    $250

    Expert Chef | Theresa Wooton and Libby Brown
    Students will learn how to make healthy and delicious snacks while developing an understanding of measuring skills and various culinary techniques in a safe and supportive environment. Creativity is welcomed!
    Grades PS - 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $275

    Sports, Sports, Sports | Hidden Gyms
    From Basketball to Ultimate Frisbee, we have a sport for you! Bring your love of sports and a desire to have FUN! Let’s play ball! Note – this class will meet indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.
    Grades PS – 5
    4:00 – 5:00
    $250

    Math 24 | Alyse Alexander
    Join us as we learn, explore, and improve your math skills through the game Math 24. Students will add, subtract, multiply, and divide using single and double digits. The goal of Math 24 is to polish and improve basic math skills. 
    Grades PS – 4
    4:00 – 5:00
    $250

  • Wednesday SEA Explorers Courses

    Classes run January 16 – May 12, 2023, unless otherwise noted.

    Spelling Bee |     Connie Martin
    Promote literacy and improve your spelling and comprehension of vocabulary words. Through games and practice, students will also develop self-confidence, communication, and public speaking skills.
    Grades 1 – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250
     
    Painting Sr. | Holly Adams
    In this very hands-on class, students will explore many different painting techniques and styles through live demonstrations and viewing work by established artists.  Students will use acrylic paints, watercolors, and even nontraditional painting supplies to create unique works of art.  
    Grades 1 - 4
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Gardening | Theresa Wooten
    Learn how to grow various plants and foods this winter and spring. Develop a green thumb as your knowledge of both nature and gardening advance over the course of the program. Let’s go Green!
    Grades PS – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250
     
    Sneaks and Cleats | Hidden Gyms
    On the field or on the court, we have you covered when it comes to sports! Join in the fun as we compete in the greatest sports ever to be played on hardwood or grass! Note – this class will meet indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.
    Grades PS – 5
    4:00 – 5:00
    $250

  • Thursday SEA Explorers Courses

    Classes run January 16 – May 12, 2023, unless otherwise noted.

    Painting Jr.  | Holly Adams
    In this very hands-on class, students will explore many different painting techniques and styles through live demonstrations and viewing work by established artists.  Students will use acrylic paints, watercolors, and even nontraditional painting supplies to create unique works of art.  
    Grades PS, PK, K
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Perler Beads | Tisa Schuit
    Develop skills such as hand-eye coordination, color recognition, basic math and counting, fine-motor and imaginative play. The unlimited amount of possible designs and focus needed for individual projects make Perler Beads a wonderful activity for enhancing joy and expanding  our attention spans.
    Grades 1 – 4
    3:45 - 4:45
    $250

    Kung Fu |     Master Win Win
    Students will have the opportunity to learn amazing self-defense moves and forms that you only see in movies like Kung Fu Panda, Karate Kid, Jackie Chan, and Jet Li.  Students will also gain confidence, discipline and respect through Chinese martial arts training.
    Grades 1 – 4
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Fencing |     Elliot Hampton
    En grade! Students will work on their overall fitness, footwork, technique, etiquette, and more. We will have fun learning and competing in fencing games and activities.
    Grades PS – 5
    4:00 – 5:00
    $250

  • Friday SEA Explorers Courses

    Classes run January 16 – May 12, 2023, unless otherwise noted.

    Panda Pals | Manhattan Mandarin
    This class will introduce students to the core elements of Chinese language through lessons built around games, activities, movement and stories. Students will progress through the course learning pronunciation, vocabulary, reading, writing, and listening, and will gain confidence in their ability to learn Chinese. Class will also feature interactive video and audio to help build language and cultural fluency.
    Grades K – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Tennis | Koach
    Join Coach “K” as he enthusiastically teaches the lifetime sport of tennis! Learn how to serve, volley, and improve your groundstrokes.
    Grades PS – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Chess | Queen’s Gambit
    Students will experience chess in the form of lessons, games and competition. Chess combines concentration, planning, and forward thinking with playing and competing against an opponent. Each week, prepared lessons and exercises strengthen each student’s knowledge of chess. After many weeks of practice and stimulating chess games, the class will have a mini chess tournament with prizes for top players.
    Grades 1 – 4
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

    Mindful World 1 | Bonnie Weiss
    Mindful World is a unique program combining mindfulness, art, and international cultures to teach children social-emotional skills, literacy, and to be citizens of the world.
    Grades PS – 5
    3:45 – 4:45
    $250

St. Edmund's Academy

5705 Darlington Road   •   Pittsburgh, PA  15217
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