Ingomar Elementary Fall 2026 After-School Programs

We are excited to offer a fantastic lineup of Fall 2026 After-School Programs for Ingomar Elementary students! There is something for everyone—from sports and fitness to art, cooking, books, LEGO, games, and more. All programs run from 3:30-4:30 and the students must be picked up from school at 4:30.

⭐ REGISTRATION OPENS TUESDAY AT 6:00 PM!

An email with the registration link will be sent Tuesday evening, and the registration link will also be posted on the IES PTO website.

 

Based on the interest survey, we expect several programs to fill quickly, so we encourage families to register as soon as registration opens!

🏀 MONDAY PROGRAMS

Game Time

Grades: K–2nd
Instructor: Mr. Boronyak
Dates: September 14, 21, 28; October 5, 12
Price: $60

Get moving and have a ton of fun with your favorite HPE games, classic favorites, and exciting new challenges! Students will have the opportunity to play a variety of active games that encourage teamwork, sportsmanship, coordination, and plenty of laughter. Each week will bring something new to play, making Game Time the perfect after-school activity for students who love to move, play, and have fun!

🐶 Dogtown Book Club: A Tail-Wagging Adventure

Grades: 2nd–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Smokovich
Price: $35
Dates: October 19, 26; November 9, 16, 23

Join your friends for a heartwarming journey through Katherine Applegate's Dogtown, where we'll follow the story of Chance, a stray dog searching for a place to call home. We will explore themes of friendship, belonging, courage, and what it truly means to find your pack.

Dogtown is the first book in this exciting series, with the third installment releasing this September—so there's plenty more adventure ahead for readers who fall in love with Chance and his beloved friends!

💪 Strength, Speed & Agility Class

Grades: 2nd–5th
Instructor: Mr. Boronyak
Dates: October 19, 26; November 9, 16
Price: $50

Get stronger, faster, and more agile while having fun! Students will participate in a variety of age-appropriate drills and activities designed to improve strength, speed, coordination, balance, and overall fitness. Each session will wrap up with a fun challenge or game that puts their skills to the test. Whether they play sports or simply want to be more active, this program is a great way to build fitness, confide

🎵 TUESDAY PROGRAMS

K-Pop Fun Club

Grades: 1st–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Clore
Dates: September 22, 29; October 6, 13
Price: $70

Love K-pop, music, and creativity? 🤩 Join Mrs. C and fellow fans for an after-school club filled with music, art, friendship, and fandom fun!

Students will create and trade fan-inspired crafts like trading cards, friendship bracelets, keychains, stickers, collages, and more while sharing their favorite artists and songs.

No K-pop experience necessary—just bring your love of music, creativity, and fandom fun!

🏃 Running Club

Grades: 1st–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Lyle
Dates: September 29; October 6, 13, 20
Price: $50

Join our Running Club and hit the track! Whether you're new to running or a seasoned sprinter, this club is all about fun, fitness, and building endurance.

 

Challenge yourself, set goals, and improve your running skills while making new friends! This program is also a great way to prepare for the Trick-or-Trot 5K/Fun Run on October 24.

🏈 Flag Football

Grades: 2nd–5th
Instructor: Mr. Mounts
Dates: October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 10
Price: $60

Ready for some football fun? Players will hit the field to practice their skills, play the game they love, and compete in exciting football challenges inspired by classic Punt, Pass & Kick competitions. It’s the perfect opportunity to build confidence, improve technique, and have a great time with friends!

🧱 LEGO Creator Club

Grades: K–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Smokovich
Dates: October 27; November 10, 17, 24
Price: $40

Welcome to LEGO Club, where students can explore their creativity, develop problem-solving skills, and work together to bring their imaginations to life—one brick at a time.

Each week, students will participate in building challenges, free-build sessions, and collaborative projects that encourage teamwork and critical thinking, all while having a blast with friends.

🎄 Holiday Ornament Club

Grades: 1st–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Clore
Dates: October 27; November 10, 17, 24
Price: $70

Sculpt it. Fold it. Decorate it!

Students will get into the holiday spirit while creating a one-of-a-kind handmade ornament using Sculpey clay and origami techniques. With plenty of room for creativity and personalization, each artist will leave with a festive keepsake made entirely by them! (Please note: this is a separate opportunity and is not connected t othe 5th grade Lucky Bug collaboration)

🚲 WEDNESDAY PROGRAMS

Bike Club

Grades: 3rd–5th
Instructor: Mr. Boronyak
Dates: September 23; October 7, 14
Price: $45

An exciting three-week program where students hit the pavement and pedal their way to fun and fitness.

Take your biking to the next level! Join Mr. Boronyak for an adventure-filled ride that combines exercise, learning, and outdoor enjoyment.

🍂 Fall-tastic Fun!

Grades: K–5th
Instructors: Mrs. Simpson & Mrs. Hluhan
Dates: September 23; October 7, 14, 21, 28
Price: $70

Get in the fall spirit with Mrs. Simpson & Mrs. Hluhan!

Students will enjoy fall nature walks, leaves, pumpkins, apples, and all things Halloween. Get ready to craft, create, explore, and play!

🎮 Press Play! Art Show Themed Club

Grades: 1st–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Clore
Dates: October 7, 14, 21, 28
Price: $75

PRESS PLAY! TOYS, GAMES & MORE!

Ready to PLAY, CREATE & LEVEL UP? Join Mrs. C for a four-session adventure inspired by this year's Art Show theme!

We'll explore the awesome worlds of toys, classic games, video games, and pop culture through hands-on art and creative challenges.

🧪 Make your own slime!
🎲 Play classic games!
🧸 Design your own game, toy, or collectible!

Every week will bring something new to make, play, and imagine. Come hang out, get creative, and experience the fun behind some of our favorite toys and games!

🏺 Clay Club

Grades: 2nd–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Clore
Dates: November 11, 18, 25
Price: $70

Get ready to get your hands dirty!

In Open Studio Clay Club, students will explore the endless possibilities of clay while practicing building and sculpting techniques. Artists will have the freedom to experiment, develop their own ideas, and create unique clay projects that are truly their own.

Sculpt it. Shape it. Create it!

⚾ THURSDAY PROGRAMS

Kickball & Wiffleball / Home Run Derby

Grades: 2nd–5th
Instructor: Mr. Mounts
Dates: September 17, 24; October 1, 8, 15
Price: $60

Get ready to kick, run, compete, and have fun!

In this after-school program, students will play exciting games of kickball and participate in home run derby-style challenges. They will also get to play a mixed kickball/wiffle ball-style game.

🧁 Baker's Dozen

Grades: K–5th
Instructor: Baker's Dozen Academy
Dates: September 17, 24; October 1
Price: $92

Spark your "Young Chefs'" creativity as they design, create, and apply decorating techniques to their own unique festive cupcakes, cakes, pies, and cookies.

Most importantly, students will use their own ingenuity and proudly take home their delicious creations to share with their families!

Projects include:

• 🚌 Back-to-School Special "School Bus Cake"
• 🎂 Scrumptious Birthday Cake Pie
• 🍪 Skeleton and Frankenstein Cookies

♟️ Chess & Checkers Club

Grades: K–5th
Instructor: Mrs. Smokovich
Dates: October 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19
Price: $40

Do you love chess and checkers but struggle to find opponents to play? Then this is the club for you!

Join in for a relaxed, student-led game club where you can play chess and checkers at your own pace. This club is designed for independent play—whether you're a beginner learning the basics or an experienced player looking to sharpen your skills.

Students will have the freedom to challenge classmates, practice strategies, and enjoy friendly competition. Minimal instruction means maximum game time!

Bring your love of strategy games and get ready to play!

⏱️ Minute To Win It

Grades: 1st–5th
Instructor: Mr. Mounts
Dates: October 22, 29; November 5, 12, 19
Price: $60

Students will play quick, fun challenges. You'll have one minute to complete each challenge or get as far as you can!

Not all games will be a competition. Some challenges will focus on teamwork and simply completing the challenge together.

👩‍🍳 Nutrition Kitchen – Junior Chef Series

Grades: K–5th
Instructor: Lauri Bruno
Dates: October 22, 29; November 5, 12
Price: $110

Ready to get cooking?

Junior Chef is a hands-on cooking series designed to build confidence and independence in the kitchen through delicious, kid-friendly recipes.

Each week, students will work with real ingredients and build essential kitchen skills like measuring, chopping, mixing, seasoning, and cooking with heat.

Weekly Menu:

Week 1: Cinnamon-Vanilla French Toast with Berries
Week 2: Mini Beef Tacos with Fresh Toppings
Week 3: Rainbow Vegetable Lo Mein
Week 4: Mango Sorbet with Caramelized Pineapple & Toasted Coconut

⭐ Don't Wait to Register!

Registration opens Tuesday at 6:00 PM.

📧 A registration email will be sent to families.
🌐 The registration link will also be posted on the IES PTO website.

Based on the interest survey, spots are expected to fill up fast!

We hope your student finds a program they love! 💙💛