Bright Afternoons

The school day does not have to end when the bell rings at 3 p.m. Bright Afternoons is an extended day program available to all grades. JPK and PK students begin Bright Afternoons at 1 p.m., and the other grades join after 3 p.m. Bright Afternoons lasts until 6 p.m. Special Bright Afternoons sessions are made available on selected half days throughout the year.

JPK and PK students have a nap or quiet time after 1 p.m. All students receive a snack when they arrive. Bright Afternoons staff oversee students in groups by grade. 

Formerly known as Extended Care, Bright Afternoons is a structured program that extends the regular school day.

Pre-registration is not required for your child to attend Bright Afternoons. Please notify your child's teacher during Phase-In Days or at the start of school what days your child will attend. If schedules change week to week or day to day, please communicate these plans with both your child and your child's teacher on a regular basis. Students attending after school classes may go to Bright Afternoons after the class finishes. Please communicate these plans with the after school class teacher.

For JPK and PK students, the program costs $12 for participating between the hours of 1-3 p.m. It is $18 a day for the hours between 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. The program is $15 a day for grades K-5, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Invoices for Bright Afternoons will be emailed on the fifth of each month. In an effort to minimize check writing/processing, families are required to set up a FACTS account for monthly invoice payments. FACTS is a third-party company that allows you to designate an account for invoice payments to be automatically withdrawn when charges are accrued. If you pay Bright School tuition through a current FACTS account, no action is needed at this time. If you do not pay tuition with FACTS, please click here to create an account.

In addition to digital attendance, the Procare app allows families to sign up for accessing daily sign-in records, viewing previous invoices, and printing end-of-year tax information. You will receive an email from Procare inviting you to sign up for access to your child's daily activity in Bright Afternoons. 

if you have any questions regarding Bright Afternoons or after-school classes, please contact Auxiliary Programs Coordinator, Alyssia Harper at [email protected]. 

Registration opens July 24, 2023 for fall classes. Registration links are included in emails to parents.

JPK-PK Soccer Shots
Start Date: Monday, August 21st
Time: JPK-PK 2:00- 2:45
Cost: $264
Length: 12 weeks
NO SOCCER: 9/4, 10/9, 11/20
Last Day: Monday, November 27th

K-2 Soccer Shots
Start Date: Monday, August 21st
Time:  3:15-4:00
Cost: $264
Length: 12 weeks
NO SOCCER: 9/4, 10/9, 11/20
Last Day: Monday, November 27th

K-2: The Girl’s Room
Teacher: Jessica McNeel
Day and Time: Mondays 3:15-4:15
Length of class: 5 weeks (10/16/23-11/13/13)
Max: 17 students
Cost: $150
Venmo: @JessicaMcNeel 
Description: This girl power class is designed to encourage girls to feel strong, empowered, and confident! This class will inspire young girls to be strong and brave through fun and empowering activities like teamwork projects, motivational tools, and of course building long lasting friendships! 

Match Point Tennis Academy for grades K-3
Instructors from Match Point Academy
Monday 3:30-4:30
8/28-10/30
Cost: $204
A program designed specifically for children that involves smaller sized courts, shorter nets, kid-sized rackets and softer, less bouncy balls. This allows kids to play on courts and with gear that is tailored to their size and strength, making the game a lot more playable and fun. Our goal is to introduce kids to tennis at an early age in a non-pressure, fun environment. Many fun games are part of the curriculum to keep kids engaged and learning. Students must provide their own racquets.

Sewing Class for grades 3-5
6 Weeks (9/11-10/23) 3:15-4:15
Minimum of 6 students to host class
Vineyard Apps (vendor)
Cost: $160
Unleash Your Creativity with Sewing! Join this exciting Sewing class to design and create unique projects. Beginner or experienced, you'll develop essential sewing skills and unleash your imagination. No experience or special materials needed, we’ll provide everything. Discover various techniques, stitches, and decorative embellishments. Craft stylish garments, accessories, and home decor items. Combine learning with fun and become a sewing enthusiast. Enroll now and explore the exciting possibilities of this timeless craft. Get ready to stitch, create, and unlock endless creativity!

Chess: The Road to Grandmaster for grades 3-5
6 Week Class (10/30-12/11) 3:15-4:15
Minimum of 6 students to host class
Vineyard Apps (vendor)
Cost: $160
Delight students with highly engaging chess lessons adapted to your students age and chess level. In this class, your students will learn the basics of chess, openings, strategy and several chess-variant games like zombie chess and two-time chess. Beginning with free play to evaluate familiarity and comfort level, we will layer in skills and work with kids to learn to apply them to game play. Next, variant games are a great way to keep learners interested, and chess extra fun and playful. Throughout this program, we will work with your child to connect chess concepts, so they internalize the game's rules and overarching framework. Total beginners will have a blast without chess experience. Advanced chess wizards will develop a deeper understanding of the game. Everyone will graduate with knowledge and joy for the game.

Mathnasium for grades 1-5
Day of Class: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00
Length: Six Weeks (Start Day: September 11)
Cost:  If your child is coming twice/week the cost will be $420. If your child is coming once/week the cost will be $270. Although payments must be made in full, this works out to $35/class for two+ lessons per week, $45/class for once/week. When signing up for two classes please use the discount code: MATH
Here is a little information about Mathnasium: Mathnasium is an afterschool math learning program that has been helping Bright School kids for years, and now we are bringing that same learning to you without the drive and the wait!  Whether your child is trying to catch up or zoom ahead, Mathnasium starts with a customized assessment so that students can work right at the cusp of their ability. All of our students work individually, and our instructors work with only 3-4 students at a time to ensure they get the 1:1 attention we know works best.
**Limited space available

JPK-PK Creative Movement 
Time: 2:10-2:55 8/29-11-28
Cost: $210
Chattanooga Ballet
An introduction to the world of dance designed for 3 & 4 year olds. Students will work to develop balance, coordination, and rhythm and are introduced to ballet concepts. Through the use of structured games and activities, each class will allow students to explore different ways of moving.

JPK-PK Movers and Shakers
Teacher: Laura Streets
Day and Time: Tuesday 2:15-3:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (10/31-12/12) 
Cost: $125
Class Description: Let's get moving and grooving in our young movers and shakers class. Explore the world of a true creative musical environment and create musical instruments during our craft time while also getting to move with our friends.

JPK-PK Outdoor Skills with Keen Adventures
Teacher: Bethany Keenan (outside vendor)
Day and Time: Tuesdays
Length of class: 8/29-10/10-No class on 10/3 6 weeks
Cost: $80
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Bethany Keenan or Venmo @Bethany-Houghton
Description: Playing and exploring outside is the best! This will be a time to learn the basic outdoor skills to hike, camp and explore safely and with skill and excitement.
Minimum Number of students: 4

PK Bright Bistro Session I
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Tuesday 2:30-3:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/12-10/24) 
Cost: $125
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 1:  9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24

PK Bright Bistro Session II
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Tuesday 2:30-3:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (10/31-12/12) 
Cost: $125
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 2:  10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12

Kindergarten Bright Bistro Session I
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Tuesday 3:30-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/12-10/24) 
Cost: $125
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 1:  9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24

Kindergarten Bright Bistro Session II
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Tuesday 3:30-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (10/31-12/12) 
Cost: $125
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 2:  10/31, 11/7, 11/14, 11/28, 12/5, 12/12

Kindergarten Vs. First Grade Gym Sports with Mr. Bill and Mrs. Jessica
September 12-October 10 (Tuesdays 3:30-4:30)
Cost $150 Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
Grades: Kindergarten and First Grade
Description: Kindergarten and first grade students will have the opportunity to participate in team-led activities and games in the Bright School gym and outside on our fields with Mr. Bill and Mrs. Jessica. From dodgeball to freeze tag, the children will have fun while focusing on good sportsmanship, improving self esteem and confidence, building relationships, and learning how to win AND lose like the big kids they are becoming!

Grades 1-2 Outdoor Skills with Keen Adventures
Teacher: Bethany Keenan (outside vendor)
Day and Time: Tuesdays
Length of class: 8/29-11/7 10 weeks
Cost: $125
Payment Information (Checks, Cash, Venmo Information): Checks made payable to Bethany Keenan, Cash, Venmo @Bethany-Houghton
Description: Playing and exploring outside is the best! This will be a time to learn the basic outdoor skills to hike, camp and explore safely and with skill and excitement.
Minimum Number of Students: 4

Mathnasium for grades 1-5
Day of Class: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00
Length: Six Weeks (Start Day: September 11)
Cost: If your child is coming twice/week the cost will be $420. If your child is coming once/week the cost will be $270. Although payments must be made in full, this works out to $35/class for two+ lessons per week, $45/class for once/week. When signing up for two classes please use the discount code: MATH
Grade Levels: 1-5
Here is a little information about Mathnasium: Mathnasium is an afterschool math learning program that has been helping Bright School kids for years, and now we are bringing that same learning to you without the drive and the wait!  Whether your child is trying to catch up or zoom ahead, Mathnasium starts with a customized assessment so that students can work right at the cusp of their ability. All of our students work individually, and our instructors work with only 3-4 students at a time to ensure they get the 1:1 attention we know works best.
**Limited space available

Grades 2-3 Bright School Basketball Academy by Coach Roy Pankey Session I
Tuesdays: 3:00-4:00
6 Weeks: 8/22-9/26
Cost: $250
Coach Roy Pankey will be putting on a basketball clinic for 2nd and 3rd grade students to work on their skills before the season begins.  

Grades 2-3 Bright School Basketball Academy by Coach Roy Pankey Session II
Tuesdays: 3:00-4:00
6 Weeks: 10/3-11/14
Cost: $250
Coach Roy Pankey will be putting on a basketball clinic for 2nd and 3rd grade students to work on their skills before the season begins.  

Grades 4-5 Bright School Basketball Academy by Coach Roy Pankey Session I
Tuesdays: 4:00-5:00
6 Weeks: 8/22-9/26
Cost: $250
Coach Roy Pankey will be putting on a basketball clinic for 4th and 5th grade students to work on their skills before the season begins.  

Grades 4-5 Bright School Basketball Academy by Coach Roy Pankey Session II
Tuesdays: 4:00-5:00
6 Weeks: 10/3-11/14
Cost: $250
Coach Roy Pankey will be putting on a basketball clinic for 4th and 5th grade students to work on their skills before the season begins.

Grades 3-5 Ready, Set, Code
Teacher:Renee Kropff
Day and Time: Tuesday 3:30-4:30
Length of class: 8 Weeks  (9/5-10/31) No class 10/3
Cost: $100
Venmo: @Renee-Kropff
Class Description: Ready, Set, Code! Students will have a blast creating video games, animated stories and more to bring their imaginations to life. During this session we will learn basic coding and programming, problem solving, logic, physics and more through interactive and exciting projects. This class is a perfect fit for students who have a great imagination, like figuring out how things work and simply love technology. Using programs such as Scratch, Blockly, Minecraft, and the Microbit (a small but powerful programmable microcontroller device with built-in sensors and wireless communications), students will be well on their way to being a computer whiz.

Grades 3-5 Christmas Chorus Mini Session
Teacher: Karen Smith
Day and Time: Tuesday 3:05-3:45 (students should be picked after carpool ends at 3:45)
Length of Class: October 10th- November 28th (7 weeks)
Cost: $50
Venmo:  @Karen-Smith-249 or check made payable to Karen Smith
Description: The Bright School Christmas Chorus is a group of 3rd-5th grade students who will meet on Tuesdays to learn vocal techniques, choral singing with a primary focus on Christmas songs that will be performed at the Christmas Tree Lighting (Nov. 28th).  This is a precursor to our full choir session that will take place in the spring.  
*Once Mrs. Mayo returns, we will have signups for an extended choir session lasting Jan - May.

Grades 3-5 Gym Sports with Mr. Bill and Mr. Richard
10/17-11/14 (Tuesdays 3:30-4:30)
Cost $175 Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
Description: We will get the gang back together for an afternoon of indoor and outdoor sports as the school year winds down! The children will have fun while focusing on good sportsmanship, improving self esteem and confidence, building relationships, and learning how to win AND lose like Bright School Champions!

4th Grade Handbells
Tuesday 7:15 AM-7:45 AM
Practice begins 9/5
Cost: $25
4th Graders  are invited to join Mrs. Cindy Beirne for handbells once a week from 7:15-7:45 a.m. Mrs. Bierne will be filling in for Mrs. Karen Smith through December, while Mrs. Smith fills in for Mrs. Mayo's music classes. Since our handbell groups perform throughout the school year, we ask students to join every practice each week. Your commitment and dedication are greatly appreciated! A minimum of eight students is required for each group.

The deadline for registration is Friday, August 25. Please email Mrs. Bierne at [email protected] if you have any questions.

JPK-PK Bright School Spanish
Wed, JPK-PreK, 2:15-2:45 
Chattanooga School of Language (vendor)
9/13-12/13, 12 weeks
$125/child

K-2 Bright School Spanish 
Wed, K-2, 3:15-4:00 
Chattanooga School of Language (vendor)
9/13-12/13, 12 weeks
$195/child

PK Bright Bistro Session I
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Tuesday 2:30-3:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/13-10/25) 
Cost: $125
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 1: 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25

PK Bright Bistro Session II
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Tuesday 2:30-3:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (11/1-12/13) 
Cost: $125
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 2:  11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13

1st Grade Bright Bistro Session I
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Wednesday 3:30-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/13-10/25) 
Cost: $140
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 1: 9/13, 9/20, 9/27, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25

1st Grade Bright Bistro Session II
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Wednesday 3:30-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (11/1-12/13) 
Cost: $140
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 2:   11/1, 11/8, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6, 12/13

The Tennessee Aquarium Presents: Animal Detectives! Session I
Grade Level: 1st-2nd grade
Price: $180
Day & Time: Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm (9/6-10/18)
Length of Class: 6-week sessions
(Pt. 1 & 2 will feature different animals; you do not have to participate in pt.1 to participate in pt. 2)
Fall Pt. 1 Dates: 9/6; 9/13; 9/20; 9/27; 10/11; 10/18
Description: Become an "Animal Detective" with the Tennessee Aquarium! Join our interactive class to discover the wonders of the animal kingdom. Detectives will engage in exciting activities, solve fun questions, and ignite a lifelong passion for wildlife. Unleash your child's curiosity and sign up for an adventure they won't forget!

The Tennessee Aquarium Presents: Animal Detectives! Session II
Grade Level: 1st-2nd grade
Price: $180
Day & Time: Wednesdays 3:15-4:15 pm (10/25-12/6)
Length of Class: 6-week sessions
(Pt. 1 & 2 will feature different animals; you do not have to participate in pt.1 to participate in pt. 2)
Fall Pt. 2 Dates: 10/25; 11/1; 11/8; 11/15; 11/29; 12/6
Description: Become an "Animal Detective" with the Tennessee Aquarium! Join our interactive class to discover the wonders of the animal kingdom. Detectives will engage in exciting activities, solve fun questions, and ignite a lifelong passion for wildlife. Unleash your child's curiosity and sign up for an adventure they won't forget!

K-2 "Fun with Stories" Class Session I
6 weeks (9/6-10/25-No class 10/4 and 10/11)
Teacher: Margaret White
Price: $125 per student
venmo is @margaretswhite
Each week we will enjoy a new book read aloud, discuss story elements, talk about characters and their traits, and then complete a fun craft that goes with the book. This class is perfectly appropriate for young readers; they will engage in conversation around books and be exposed to new authors all while having fun! Whether your student is an avid reader or enjoys arts and crafts, this will be a great group for them!
*This will be repeated in session II

K-2 "Fun with Stories" Class Session II
6 weeks (11/1-12/13-No class 11/22)
Teacher: Margaret White
Price: $125
Venmo @margaretswhite
Each week we will enjoy a new book read aloud, discuss story elements, talk about characters and their traits, and then complete a fun craft that goes with the book. This class is perfectly appropriate for young readers; they will engage in conversation around books and be exposed to new authors all while having fun! Whether your student is an avid reader or enjoys arts and crafts, this will be a great group for them!
*This is a repeat of session I

Mathnasium for grades 1-5
Day of Class: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00
Length: Six Weeks (9/13-10/25)
Cost: If your child is coming twice/week the cost will be $420. If your child is coming once/week the cost will be $270. Although payments must be made in full, this works out to $35/class for two+ lessons per week, $45/class for once/week. When signing up for two classes please use the discount code: MATH
Grade Levels:  1-5
Here is a little information about Mathnasium: Mathnasium is an afterschool math learning program that has been helping Bright School kids for years, and now we are bringing that same learning to you without the drive and the wait!  Whether your child is trying to catch up or zoom ahead, Mathnasium starts with a customized assessment so that students can work right at the cusp of their ability. All of our students work individually, and our instructors work with only 3-4 students at a time to ensure they get the 1:1 attention we know works best.
**Limited space available

Grades 2-3 Drama Club
Teacher: Kristen Von Glahn and Allie Hyer
Day and Time: Wednesday 3:00-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (10/25-12/6)
Cost: $200
Venmo: @Allie-Hyer
Class Description: In this club, we'll teach the basics of drama, from enunciation and articulation to stage presence and confidence. Through fun games and activities (and of course lots of acting), we'll make a thespian out of any child!

Grades 4-5 Drama Club
Teacher: Kristen Von Glahn and Allie Hyer
Day and Time: Wednesday 3:00-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/6-10/18) 
Cost: $200
Venmo: @Allie-Hyer
Class Description: In this club, we'll teach the basics of drama, from enunciation and articulation to stage presence and confidence. Through fun games and activities (and of course lots of acting), we'll make a thespian out of any child!

Grades 3-5 Magical Explorations
Wednesdays from 3:05-4:05
6 weeks 9/13-10/25
Price: $150
Venmo: @RachelBlanton522
Hop aboard the Bright School Express and come to a magical world! Young wizards will be sorted into houses and take lessons in potions, learn about the ghosts of the castle, and be introduced to a couple of magical creatures. 
Maximum: 16 students

Grades 4-5 Escapology Session I
Wednesdays from 3:05-4:05
6 weeks (9/6-10/18)
Price: $125
Venmo: @Libby-Waddell-1
Join an escape room filled with patterns, puzzles, math problems, and riddles! In this six week class, you will exercise your critical thinking and math skills by completing a weekly themed escape room. Make your dream detective team and join with a partner! 
This will be repeated in session II.
Maximum: 16 students

Grades 4-5 Escapology Session II
Wednesdays from 3:05-4:05
6 weeks  (10/25-12/6)
Price: $125
Venmo: @Libby-Waddell-1
Join an escape room filled with patterns, puzzles, math problems, and riddles! In this six week class, you will exercise your critical thinking and math skills by completing a weekly themed escape room. Make your dream detective team and join with a partner! 
This is a repeat of session I
Maximum: 16 students

Grades 3-4 Books, Building, and Bill
9/6-10/18 (Wednesdays 3:05-4:05)-No class 10/4 and 10/11
Cost: $150 Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
3rd, 4th Grades
Description: Children will hear one of Mr. Bill’s favorite stories then build or make art inspired by the story! This is a great opportunity to let your child’s imagination shine while enjoying some wonderful company!

Grades 3-5 Archery
October 25-November 29 (Wednesdays 3:05-4:15)
Cost $175
Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
Description: Children will learn the basic fundamentals of archery while competing in various fun competitions that emphasize teamwork, responsibility, and sportsmanship! More importantly, this sport is an incredible opportunity for the archers to build self confidence while learning something new!
Maximum: 15 students

JPK-PK-Creative Movement 
Time: 2:10-2:55 8/31-11-30
Cost: $210
Chattanooga Ballet
An introduction to the world of dance designed for 3 & 4 year olds. Students will work to develop balance, coordination, and rhythm and are introduced to ballet concepts. Through the use of structured games and activities, each class will allow students to explore different ways of moving.

Pre-K Goes to Kindergarten
10/26-12/7 (Thursdays 3:05-4:05)
Cost $150 Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
Description: Pre-K will visit a kindergarten classroom each afternoon while learning new skills, reading new books, playing new games, and experiencing everything that Kindergarten has to offer!

K-2 Pre-Ballet 
Time: 3:15-4:00 8/31-11-30
Cost: $210
Chattanooga Ballet
An introduction to ballet for 5 & 6 year olds. Students will learn basic ballet steps and terminology while continuing to develop balance, coordination, and rhythm. This class helps students to master skills that will be helpful for ballet barre work in Level 1.

K-2nd Grade Yoga and Mindfulness
Teacher: Jessica McNeel
Day and Time: Thursday 3:15-4:15
Length of class: 5 Weeks  (9/7-10/12) 
Cost: $150
Venmo: @JessicaMcNeel or check
Class Description: This class invites children to experience mindfulness through music and yoga movements. We will learn practical tools to increase focus and creativity in our daily lives. Students will learn about different breathing and movement techniques that increase self-awareness and help them do their best! Optional items to bring: yoga mats, comfort items like stuffies or blankets.

1st-5th Mathnasium 
Day of Class: Monday/Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday from 3:00 to 4:00
Length: Six Weeks (Start Day: September 11)
Cost:  If your child is coming twice/week the cost will be $420. If your child is coming once/week the cost will be $270. Although payments must be made in full, this works out to $35/class for two+ lessons per week, $45/class for once/week. When signing up for two classes please use the discount code: MATH
Grade Levels:  1-5
Here is a little information about Mathnasium: Mathnasium is an afterschool math learning program that has been helping Bright School kids for years, and now we are bringing that same learning to you without the drive and the wait!  Whether your child is trying to catch up or zoom ahead, Mathnasium starts with a customized assessment so that students can work right at the cusp of their ability. All of our students work individually, and our instructors work with only 3-4 students at a time to ensure they get the 1:1 attention we know works best.
**Limited space available

Kindergarten 2.0 for First Grade
September 7-October 19 (Thursdays 3:05-4:05)
Cost: $150 Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
First Grade
Description: First graders return to kindergarten for games, building, art, books, and much, much more with Mr. Bill!

2nd Grade Bright Bistro Session I
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: Thursday 3:00-3:45
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/14-10/26) 
Cost: $140
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 1: 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26

2nd Grade Bright Bistro Session II
Teacher: Susan Pesterfield
Day and Time: WThursday 3:00-3:45
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (11/2-12/14) 
Cost: $140
Payment Information: Checks made payable to Susan Pesterfield or Venmo @Susan-Pesterfield-16
Class Description: Bright Bistro is a fun, hands-on, practical introduction to kitchen skills. Children will engage in following recipes, measuring ingredients, practicing basic skills such as stirring, whisking, and combining while baking and/or cooking. Each level will be more advanced as they “grow up” as a junior chef!
Session 2: 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/30, 12/7, 12/14

2nd and 3rd Grade Roald Dahl Book Club
Teacher: Kristen Von Glahn and Allie Hyer
Day and Time: Thursday 3:00-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (10/26-12/7)
Cost: $150
Venmo: @Allie-Hyer
Class Description: In this club, 2/3 graders will read "George's Marvelous Medicine," by popular children's author Roald Dahl. We will lead engaging discussions, break-out activities, and reader's theater act-outs to boost comprehension skills.

4th and 5th Grade Roald Dahl Book Club
Teacher: Kristen Von Glahn and Allie Hyer
Day and Time: Thursday 3:00-4:00
Length of class: 6 Weeks  (9/7-10/19)
Cost: $150
Venmo: @Allie-Hyer
Class Description: In this club, 4/5 graders will read "The Witches," by popular children's author Roald Dahl. We will lead engaging discussions, break-out activities, and reader's theater act-outs to boost comprehension skills.

Grade 3-5 Robotics
Teacher:Renee Kropff
Day and Time: Thursday 3:30-4:30
Length of class: 9/7 – 12/7 (12 weeks) No class on October 5 (Fall Break) or November 23 (Thanksgiving Break)
Cost: $175
Venmo: @Renee-Kropff
Class Description: The Bright School Robotics Club is for 4th & 5th grade students who have a passion and affinity for designing and coding robots. This club will utilize the curriculum and challenges from the First Lego League. All skill levels are welcomed and needed, technical or non-technical. There is a job for everyone on this team! The First Lego League is built around a theme-based challenge which involves research, problem solving, coding, and engineering. Our team will compete in the First Lego League tournament that features public and private schools in Chattanooga.

Grade 3-5 Multiplication Masters Session I
Thursday from 3:05-4:05
6 weeks (9/7-10/19)
Price: $125
Venmo: @Libby-Waddell-1
Having a solid understanding and recall of multiplication facts is so important for continued success in math as students move to more complex problems.  In this six week class we will practice multiplication and division facts through games, puzzles, and challenges!  Will will also learn some tricks to help us. We will focus on multiplication fluency for numbers 1-12.  Come participate in quality multiplication fact practice in a welcoming and positive environment.
Maximum: 16 students

Grade 3-5 Multiplication Masters Session II
Thursday from 3:05-4:05
6 weeks (10/26-12/7)
Price: $125
Venmo: @Libby-Waddell-1
Having a solid understanding and recall of multiplication facts is so important for continued success in math as students move to more complex problems.  In this six week class we will practice multiplication and division facts through games, puzzles, and challenges!  Will will also learn some tricks to help us. We will focus on multiplication fluency for numbers 1-12.  Come participate in quality multiplication fact practice in a welcoming and positive environment. 
Maximum: 16 students

1st and 2nd Grade LEGO CLUB
October 27-December 8 (Fridays 3:05-4:05)
Cost $150 Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
Grades: First and Second
Description: Every week will bring on a new challenge for the kids within the infinite world of LEGO building!

Kindergarten 3.0 for Second Grade
September 9-October 20 (Fridays 3:05-4:05)
Cost: $150

Venmo @Bill-Greene-10
Description: Students from second grade will return to kindergarten for games and activities that stress the value and importance of teamwork.

3rd-5th Grade Sports Smorgash Club
9/8-10/20-3:15-4:15
Vineyard Apps (vendor)
Minimum of 4 students to host class
Cost: $160
Let’s get active in after-school! In this class for kids, we’ll play a different, carefully-chosen sport or active game every single session. Students will put their bodies in motion, and release surplus energy in a way that will help them be more present during the school day and at home. They’ll develop functional movement patterns that will make them more effective and boost their self esteem for other sports. Along the way, they’ll practice teamwork, communication, and emotional self-regulation skills that will help them everywhere, not just on the field or court. It’s sure to be a great time!
Sports include: little kids baseball, little kids soccer, ultimate frisbee, gymnastics and calisthenics, football, and obstacle courses and parkour

4th and 5th Grade Soccer
Cost: $150 includes uniform
Practice will start Tuesday,  September 19. Games will begin immediately following Fall Break. The schedule will be announced soon.
Questions? Contact Stacie Helton at [email protected].

K-5th Grade Flag Football
Flag football is open to grades K-5. Games will be played in the Chattanooga Under the Lights league. Games will be held Saturday mornings at Silverdale Baptist Academy on September 9, 16, 23 and 30. The playoffs and championship will be October 7, 21 and 28.

The school administrative cost is $25. Checks should be made payable to The Bright School and brought to the office.

After completing this sign-up, you will be directed to also sign up and pay on the Chattanooga Under the Lights website. This sign-up will enable your child to be on a Bright team in the league.

Questions? Contact Stacie Helton at [email protected].