This award-winning facility just celebrated the success of one of their students who won gold in the Paris Marathon Fleuret, an international youth foil competition! Cleveland Fencing Academy is a 7800 sq ft state-of-the-art fencing and sports facility for kids/adults right in Beachwood. With 17 Olympic-sized fencing strips, CFA is the largest and most recognized foil and saber fencing program in the state of Ohio. Get plugged into the oldest modern Olympic sport, realize your Star Wars Jedi dreams, and become competitive on a regional, national, and international level! Unique opportunity in the Cleveland area! All equipment is provided by the club. OCER does not provide transportation to or from this class. Students will pick one day a week to attend classes. Please see online for the complete schedule and times.

A guided slow-paced hike focused on mindfulness, observation, and stress relief while exploring local trails, plants, and seasonal changes.

A hands-on program where students learn navigation, hiking safety, group leadership, teamwork, and basic survival skills through guided outdoor challenges.

Lace up your hiking boots and join us for an extended family adventure on the trails! Explore nature at a deeper pace as we hike through diverse habitats, discover local plants and wildlife, and enjoy a quality hike together. Transportation is included.

Discover the amazing world of worms and composting! Kids will explore how worms help turn food scraps into nutrient-rich soil while creating and caring for their own mobile worm compost system through hands-on activities and fun learning.

Come discover one of the fastest-growing sports in the country! In this fun and active class, young players will learn the basics of pickleball through exciting games, movement activities, and beginnerfriendly drills. Students will practice skills like serving, forehand and backhand hits, and teamwork while building coordination and confidence on the court. Coaches will create a positive and encouraging environment where kids can learn, play, and have fun with friends! Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

In this hands-on series, young botanists discover the wonders of the plant world through gardening, nature-based activities, science experiments, and creative projects. Along the way, they’ll learn how plants grow, why pollinators are important, and how plants help our environment thrive. Each student will care for their own plant while building confidence, responsibility, and a love for nature.

In Snapology’s LEGO Lab, students will actively experiment with STEAM principles. Snapology After School enrichment programs utilize teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, allowing students to learn, challenge themselves, and use their creativity. Students will work with a partner to create a variety of structures, robots, machines, and more to solve challenges in this fun LEGO Lab! Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Calling all young explorers! This unique educational series focuses on a variety of nature topics while incorporating hands-on learning activities, interactive science experiments, and creative art projects! Whether we’re cloud watching, learning NE Ohio bird species, or discovering the power of the sun, this engaging series is great for a wide range of ages and facilitates purposeful time outdoors.

In this hands-on series, young botanists discover the wonders of the plant world through gardening, nature-based activities, science experiments, and creative projects. Along the way, they’ll learn how plants grow, why pollinators are important, and how plants help our environment thrive. Each student will care for their own plant while building confidence, responsibility, and a love for nature. No class November 25.

The power play gym games class is a great way for students to burn off all that energy by playing their favorite games! The program is designed to bring the excitement of physical education and summer camp right into the after-school hours. Experienced coaches will lead a variety of tag games, classic playground games like capture the flag and kickball, and much more! Coaches will create a safe environment that fosters teamwork and sportsmanship in this exciting class that will guarantee a fun and active time! Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence

Sparkle and shine as we create stage worthy style from concept to collection. The students will work individually and as a team to create their designs. We teach them step by step and lead them through the creative process. All materials provided and students keep the designs they create. Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to develop this sensational series of enrichment sessions, featuring exciting activities and the wonder of space. Children will be taken on a voyage of space discovery through hands-on activities, amazing demonstrations and take-home experiments with each class. Explore the moon and planets; including Earth’s own atmosphere and other space phenomena. Learn what it’s like to travel and live-in space and investigate the forces of flight by building your own ROCKET! Topics include: rocket science, space travel, living in space, space technology, and the solar system!

Join the ultimate 4-week outdoor survival adventure where kids work in teams to complete exciting challenges, nature-inspired missions, and active games. Participants will build teamwork, problem-solving skills, and confidence as they compete to earn points and become the ultimate survivors!

Form friendships. Learn respect, honor and courtesy. Become a leader for tomorrow. ATA Martial Arts is committed to providing a fun and challenging fitness program designed for kids. Children will learn focus, self-control, and perseverance through the challenges of developing Taekwondo skills. This structured, fun, and safe environment will provide a strong foundation in essential character qualities and discipline. Children of all skill levels are welcome to join. Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Session 1: Students will examine daily tools scientists use in “What is Science”, “Tool Time”, learn about “Amazing Atoms & Moving Molecules”, experiment with mixing colors in “Magic of Color”, discover buoyancy in “Floating and Sinking”, discover how science is magical in “Is it Science? Is it Magic”, and learn how seeds spread and the science of leaves changing colors in ”Harvest Time and Colorful Leaves”!Session 2: Students will see how different materials affect how balls bounce in “Magic of Bouncing Balls”, explore “Creative Chemistry” as they are surprised by indicator paper and corn starch, delve in mountains, deserts, caves and prairies in ”Large Landforms”, examine sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic rocks in “Rocking Rocks”, learn how scientists explore ”Terrific Teeth”, and learn about the animal and plants that live in “Proud Ponds”! Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Wanna make video games? Love building with LEGO® bricks? This club is for you. Learn how to create video games using Scratch, free software from MIT that you can use at home long after the class. Then, we’ll bring the action to life as we build and program LEGO® WeDo® robots. Bring a flash drive to save your game! If you’ve taken this course before, don’t worry! We explore different programming concepts and make a different game each time. Bring a flash drive to save your game. Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Discover the power of a positive mindset in our Creative Mindfulness Series, an after-school program designed to support students’ social and emotional growth. This series focuses on essential life skills, including self-regulation, motivation, and success, providing students with tools to navigate their daily lives with greater ease. Through a variety of engaging, mindful art projects, students will explore fun activities that encourage confidence and self-expression. As they create, they will also strengthen their problem-solving skills, learn techniques to reduce stress, and gain a deeper understanding of their emotions. Join us for this creative journey where students can relax, reflect, and build the foundation for a more mindful and successful future.

Learn the fundamentals of one of the fastest growing sports in the US! Players will develop pickleball skills including serving, returning serves, forehand and backhand strokes, court positioning, and game strategy through drills, skill-building activities, and gameplay. Each week, students will practice techniques designed to improve coordination, consistency, and teamwork while participating in age-appropriate matches and challenges. Coaches will provide a supportive and energetic environment that helps players grow their skills and enjoy the game! Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

WEBBY Gymnastics class will challenge the children by learning progression-based skills that focus on flexibility, strength and memory. We will use equipment and small props to let their imagination soar through weekly themed obstacle courses, tumbling and floor routines. Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to attend. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Progress With Chess is excited to offer two class levels to cater to students’ interests and needs, ranging from Beginner to Intermediate! Students in the Beginner section will be able to complete a legal game of chess by the end of the session. Students will learn how the pieces move, all of the various rules and caveats of chess, as well as basic checkmating patterns and endgames. Please be advised, Progress with Chess may move your child to intermediate if in the child’s best interest. Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Progress With Chess is excited to offer two class levels to cater to students’ interests and needs, ranging from Beginner to Intermediate! Students in the Intermediate section will be focusing on developing their knowledge of chess past the rules. Students will learn more complex checkmating sequences and endgames, and will be introduced to tactics, opening principles, and basic positional strategy. Please be advised, Progress with Chess may move your child to beginner if in the child’s best interest. Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.

Come join this fun and exciting extreme dodgeball class! This program provides students the opportunity to play the popular game in a safe and supervised environment. Our coaches will emphasize teamwork, cooperation, and proper sportsmanship. Each week will consist of different versions of dodgeball. Get ready to have a blast and make new friends in our after school extreme dodgeball class! Students attending Moreland Hills Elementary school must update their SDM notes to attend the program. Students without an updated note will not be able to ride the Rec Bus. Any students who will not be attending a class must email knewman@orangecsd.org to confirm their absence.