Richmond Montessori School complements its academic offerings with a convenient, well-rounded schedule of after-school programs. In fact, we believe we have one of the most comprehensive after-school programs in the city. Every afternoon, students and their families can choose from a balanced selection of age-appropriate clubs, camps, workshops, classes and projects.
The full spectrum of options includes arts and culture, athletics, dance, foreign language and other programs led by RMS faculty or locally known and well-respected professionals from the various disciplines. These activities generally take place once a week immediately after the academic day on the RMS campus and last from one to two hours, depending on the program.
Children from 3-5 can enjoy gymnastics, art, play violin, ballet and even basketball. Elementary aged children can participate in activities such as sign language, string instruments, sports, drama or Latin dancing, while our 6th-8th graders may join the yearbook staff, play basketball or soccer, make videos, sing in the choir or be part of our Lego League.
For a more detailed sampling of extra-curricular programs available at RMS, please click below:
ARTS AND CULTURE
Art – Offered by RMS’ art instructor, a variety of after-school art classes allow children to explore more in depth art techniques and media. Multi-week sessions are specially created for differing age and skill levels. Projects may include activities such as collages, water paints, clay sculptures, mobiles and more.
Cartooning – Artists, ages 7–10, exploring the basics of cartooning through step-by-step instructions. Learn to draw funny subjects, discover secrets of line art drawing and apply exaggeration to the images. Master facial expressions and design a comic strip. Create your own characters and enhance drawing skills. Art supplies are provided.
Drama Class – Budding thespians, ages 8–12, have fun while playing various theater games and learning different acting and drama techniques. The class ends with a performance.
Drama Kids – Two programs, ages 5-8 and 9-12, help children act confidently and speak clearly. The curriculum includes speech, creative movement, structured improvisations, snippets, and mini-scripts. New lessons are taught each week throughout the school year with a special end of the year performance.
Sign Language
Latin Dance – Boys and girls 7-13 can explore Latino culture, music and language through dance.
Ballet – For children aged 3-6, emphasizing ballet technique. Includes floor and center exercises.
Music – String instruments for all ages including the very popular harp class.
Choir – For elementary and middle school students and conducted by RMS masterful music teacher who arranges both school-wide and local public performances for the group throughout the year.
Spanish Club – Elementary Level students can learn and practice Spanish language through drama, games, songs, books and other activities.
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ATHLETICS
Basketball
Basketball Skills Camp – The school’s youngest children (ages three to six) enjoy basketball in a non-competitive environment. Coach Felecia Jefferson instills a love of the game, teaching the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, and shooting along with good sportsmanship.
JV Basketball – For all interested students ages seven to nine, the JV Basketball Team competes in the North Star Academy League. The season’s schedule includes Wednesday practices and one game per week (generally on Tuesdays.)
Varsity Basketball – RMS’ Varsity Basketball team is a coed team open to all 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students. Friday practices are coupled with ten to twelve games per season, generally held on Thursdays, against other North Star Academy League teams.
Gymnastics
Life Gymnastics (Gym Bus) – The big red bus arrives once a week for children ages 3 – 6 to participate in tumbling and acrobatic activities. The traveling gym is outfitted with mats, parallel bars, a balance beam, and other gymnastic equipment. Experienced instructors help children master the basics while improving balance, coordination, and agility.
Soccer
Soccer Schools – Coach Gianni Baldini offers two soccer schools (one for four and five year olds, one for six and seven year olds) throughout the school year. The philosophy is for students to have fun while learning the fundamentals of the game. Students learn the rules and the basics of play, with an emphasis on developing running skills, balance, and coordination. Soccer school helps prepare children to join the school team.
JV Soccer – Boys and girls ages eight to ten are eligible to join the school’s junior varsity soccer team and compete together in the Stony Point League. The talented JV team was undefeated in the spring of 2004. The team practices on Wednesdays with most games on Thursdays throughout the fall and spring seasons. Between seasons, JV players are also able to attend a special session soccer school to improve their skills.
Varsity Soccer – The Manatees were undefeated in the spring of 2004 and have won the league championship trophy three of the last four years. Middle school students ages 11 and older are eligible to join RMS’ winning Varsity Soccer team. Players train on Wednesdays for seven or eight matches held on Wednesdays or Fridays during the fall and spring soccer seasons.
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OTHER FUN ACTIVITIES
Brownies – Lower Elementary girls may register in Brownies. The program incorporates arts, the out-of-doors, individual well-being, our local and world communities, and skills for the future. Brownies earn patches and Try-its for their involvement.
Lego League – Highly popular and sophisticated team-building club using Lego pieces to build robots and create other amazing things that far surpass childhood versions of this world-wide game.
Video Class – Older students learn how to make and edit their own videos using technology and creativity.
Yearbook – Middle school students can get involved in the creation, marketing, and sales of the annual Richmond Montessori School yearbook. Yearbook staff members take responsibility for the details of production including photography, graphics, and collages, and learn the economics of running a business operation.
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