ACE: Fall 2022 by Grace-St. Luke's Episcopal School

Fall 2022

! e m o c l e W Whether you need after school care, holiday care, or enrichment, ACE is here for your family.

ACE Office (901) 278-2685 ace@gslschool.org Ashley Blake Preschool Associate Director of ACE ablake@gslschool.org

Antonio Hinton Director of Auxiliary Programs ahinton@gslschool.org Kevin Searle Lower & Middle School Associate Director of ACE kesearle@gslschool.org 3

Table of Contents

NEW TO ACE? A GUIDE TO GETTING STARTED

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ACE: AFTER SCHOOL CARE

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ACE @ PLAY

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ACE: ENRICHMENT

35-38 ACE POLICIES

New to ACE?

A GUIDE TO GETTING STARTED

1. Select your favorite activities Use this brochure to find offerings that pique your interest.

2. Make it official Use your UltraCamp account to register and pay for your chosen activities. (New user? You can create an account here.)

3. Prepare for fun Pack an afternoon snack and send your child for a memorable afternoon. ACE staff will make sure your children have time to eat and will take care of getting your children to their activity.

4. Pick up Swing back to campus at one of our designated carpool times: 4:30, 5:15, or 5:45 p.m. (There is an additional 3:00 p.m. carpool time on Wednesdays only.) This page is meant to be a helpful resource, not a comprehensive list of policies and procedures. Please read the policies listed in this guide in their entirety.

ACE: After School Care After School Care provides extended care for students in a nurturing, community-oriented setting. Emphasis is placed on the whole child with opportunities for social, emotional, physical, and academic development.

Full-Time Care Recommended for families who need care an average of 3-5 days per week LL - 8th Grade $975/semester (monthly payment plan of $195 in five installments available) Half days included in cost Full-Time Care Policies: Advance registration and a minimum commitment of one semester is required to receive the fulltime rate. Unfortunately, we are unable to apply the full-time rate to only select months.

Drop-In Care Recommended for families who need care on an as-needed basis LL - 8th Grade $20 per day on regular school days $35 per day on half days Drop-In Care Policies: No advance registration is required for drop-ins; however, it is strongly encouraged that families notify the Auxiliary Programs Office at ace@gslschool.org so we can expect the student. Drop-in charges are automatically applied to the credit card on file in UltraCamp at the end of the week. (Half-day preschool students may drop-in from noon until school dismissal for an additional fee of $25/day).

After School Care

ACE: After School Care is offered on school days from school dismissal until close (6:00 p.m. on regular school days and 5:30 p.m. on half days). Families may register for full-time care or utilize drop-in care.

ACE @ Play Packed with engaging programming, ACE @ Play provides students with a safe and fun environment on select days when students are off school.

Open to GSL students only, ACE @ Play offers holiday care with camp-style fun.

Parent-Teacher Conference Day Games, games, games! Enjoy puzzles, board games, and other engaging activities during this fun-filled day.

Fall Break Experience the magic of ACE at night… but during the day! Explore the solar system, discover mysterious nocturnal creatures, enjoy glow-in-the-dark fun, and cozy up in your pajamas at the end of the week! October 5 - 7 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. LL - 8th Grade $50 per day

ACE @ Play Policies: Registration: ACE @ Play is not included in the registration for After School Care. A separate, advance registration for ACE @ Play is required. There is a $10 late registration fee that begins one week prior to the session. No registrations are possible within three days prior to the start of an ACE @ Play session. No drop-ins are possible.

ACE @ Play

Friday, September 30 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. LL - 8th Grade $50

Lunch & Snacks: Students must bring two snacks and a lunch, as the cafeteria is not open during school breaks. No food can be microwaved or refrigerated, so the use of room-temperature items, ice packs, and/or thermoses is recommended.

ACE: Enrichment Enrichment offers classes after school to encourage students to explore, dive deeper into their interests, and master skills.

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Enrichment Offerings LL PK

To allow Little Lukers ample time to acclimate to school, there are no fall enrichment offerings for that age group. Please check back in the spring for Little Luker offerings!

HappyFeet Soccer

Sing, Say, Dance, Play

Art Explorers

Kidokinetics

Creative Movement

Growing Gardeners

Theatre Adventures

Pottery & Painting

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

HappyFeet Soccer

Sing, Say, Dance, Play

Art Explorers

Kidokinetics

Creative Movement

Growing Gardeners

Theatre Adventures

Pottery & Painting

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

Anchor Academy:

Theatre Adventures

Pottery & Painting

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

Ballet

Crazy 8s Math Club

3D Art

Sewing

Miss Angela's Salon

Super Sonic STEAM club

LEGO Club 3.0

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Enrichment Offerings 1

Theatre Adventures

Pottery & Painting

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

Ballet

Crazy 8s Math Club

3D Art

Sewing

Miss Angela's Salon

Super Sonic STEAM Club

LEGO Club 3.0

Escape GSL

Group Swim

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

Crazy 8s Math Club

3D Art

Sewing Club

Miss Angela's Salon

Super Sonic STEAM Club

LEGO Club 3.0

Escape GSL

Group Swim

Kids Yoga Club

Clay HandBuilding

Kids Run GSL

Chess Club

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

3D Art

Sewing

Miss Angela's Salon

Super Sonic STEAM Club

LEGO Club 3.0

Escape GSL

Group Swim

Kids Yoga Club

Clay HandBuilding

Kids Run GSL

Sugar & Spice

Chess Club

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Gymnastics

Karate

Let's Go Wild

3D Art

Sewing

Miss Angela's Salon

Super Sonic STEAM Club

LEGO Club 3.0

Escape GSL

Group Swim

Kids Yoga Club

Kids Run GSL

Sugar & Spice

Chess Club

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Clay HandBuilding

Enrichment Offerings 5

Group Swim

Music Lessons

Group Swim

Music Lessons

Group Swim

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

Group Swim

Music Lessons

Anchor Academy:

Tutoring

Luker Learning Lab

ISEE Prep Course

Anchor Academy:

Individual ISEE Prep

HappyFeet Soccer HappyFeet uses nursery rhymes, songs, stories, and fun games with a soccer ball to maximize motor development. In one HappyFeet class, students get hundreds of touches on the ball, building their confidence in basic techniques while preparing them to be leaders on and off the field. HappyFeet's curriculum ensures soccer is super safe and fun. Grade: PK Day of the Week: Thursdays Dates: August 25 - November 17 Number of Classes: 12 Time: 3:00 - 3:30 p.m.

Grade: JK Day of the Week: Thursdays Dates: August 25 - November 17 Number of Classes: 12 Time: 3:45 - 4:15 p.m.

Instructors: HappyFeet Soccer Coach Brett Borm & Diamond Cassie Cost: $200

Sing, Say, Dance, Play! Come learn to be tuneful, beatful, and artful through this “musical workout." Students will develop their musicality through singing songs, saying nursery rhymes, moving to music, and playing a variety of instruments. Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Fridays Dates: August 26 - October 21 Number of Classes: 7 Time: 3:35 - 4:20 p.m. Instructor: Braden Jensen Cost: $120

Art Explorers Preschoolers will explore a wide variety of art techniques and mediums through experimentation and play. Each week will focus on a different technique ranging from watercolors, drawing, collage, clay, building, printmaking, and more! Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Mondays Dates: October 10 - November 28 Number of Classes: 7 Time: 3:25 - 4:10 p.m. Instructor: Katherine Riederer of the Art Project Cost: $180

Kidokinetics Kidokinetics introduces your child to over 20 sports (including lacrosse, golf, basketball, bowling, and more) while also helping them build self-efficacy. Your child will further develop their gross and fine motor skills, become confident in their own abilities, increase their heart rate, and learn about their musculoskeletal anatomy - all while having fun! Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Wednesdays Dates: September 7 - December 7 Number of Classes: 12 Time: 3:15 - 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Coach Noah Lee Cost: $250

Creative Movement Preschool children explore new movements and enhance motor skills using introductory dance concepts and rhythms. Classes are based on the celebrated BrainDance by Anne Greene Gilbert, a playful approach that uses nursery rhymes, free improvisation, and movements that align with children’s cognitive development. This class requires special attire. Girls should wear leggings, comfortable clothing, and pink ballet slippers. Boys should wear comfortable clothing and black ballet slippers. Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Thursdays Dates: September 8 - December 8 Number of Classes: 12 Time: 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Instructor: New Ballet Ensemble Cost: $260

Growing Gardeners Give your child the opportunity to develop a green thumb! Students will learn about the elements necessary for growth and experience the life cycle of a plant by nurturing a plant from seed to sprout. Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Tuesdays Dates: September 6 - October 25 Number of Classes: 8 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Piper Martin Cost: $120

Theatre Adventures Join us as we explore the world of theatre through fun adventures, music, and movement. We will learn theatre skills and terms, build a love of reading, and increase our communication skills and self-expression!

Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Mondays Dates: September 12 - November 14 Number of Classes: 10 Time: 3:15 - 4:00 p.m.

Grades: SK - 1st Day of the Week: Mondays Dates: September 12 - November 14 Number of Classes: 10 Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Instructor: SunFish Children’s Theatre Cost: $150

Pottery & Painting Get hands-on in this two-part class hosted by Seize the Clay. On the first day, learn to work clay into a special project. You can paint your design on the second day. Your project will be professionally baked in a kiln and returned to you after the class.

Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Fridays Dates: October 14 - 21 Number of Classes: 2 Time: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Grades: SK - 1st Day of the Week: Fridays Dates: October 14 - 21 Number of Classes: 2 Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Instructor: Seize the Clay Cost: $75

Gymnastics Gymnastics classes do not require any special attire except comfortable clothing. Gymnastics Fun If your Luker loves to swing, jump, balance and flip, this is the perfect class! Learn beginning skills, fun stretches, and aerobic warm-ups that are age-appropriate for boys and girls.

Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Tuesdays Dates: August 23 - November 29 Number of Classes: 14 Time: 3:00 - 3:40 p.m.

Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Tuesdays Dates: August 23 - November 29 Number of Classes: 14 Time: 3:50 - 4:30 p.m.

Gymnastics Fundamentals Boys and girls will learn or build on beginning gymnastics skills. With a focus on form and execution, our gymnasts will develop flexibility, strength, coordination, and confidence as they jump, flip, swing, handstand, and cartwheel! Grades: SK - 1st Day of the Week: Wednesdays Dates: August 24 - December 7 Number of Classes: 14 Time: 2:45 - 3:30 p.m. Intermediate Gymnastics Whether this is your first class or you’ve been a gymnast for a while, boys and girls will build their gymnastics skills, learning drills to improve their form, strength, and flexibility. Grades: 2nd - 4th Day of the Week: Wednesdays Dates: August 24 - December 7 Number of Classes: 14 Time: 3:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Wings Gymnastics Coaches Cost: $280

Karate Karate is a martial arts course with influences from Taekwondo, Kung fu, and Karate. Patrick Register, better known as Mr. Dragon, is a 6th degree black belt who has been teaching at GSL for over 25 years. The emphasis is on self control, self confidence, and self defense. All students must have a uniform to participate. Uniforms can be purchased for $45 on UltraCamp. Preschool Karate Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Mondays Dates: September 12 - November 14 Number of Classes: 10 Time: 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. There will be a karate “show-off” on November 14 at 3:30 p.m. All families are invited to attend. Lower School Karate Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Tuesdays Dates: September 13 - November 15 Number of Classes: 10 Time: 3:45 - 4:30 p.m. Some students will belt test on November 15 at 4:00 p.m. The testing fee is $25 to cover the cost of the belt. All families are invited to attend. Even if your child is not belt testing, they will still show off what they have learned. Instructor: Mr. Dragon (Pat Register) Cost: $150

Let's Go Wild This semester has all new four-legged (or no-legged) friends! Each week, a keeper from the Lichterman Nature Center will bring a live creature to GSL's campus - so run, hop, crawl, or slither on over to this exciting animal talk! Grades: PK - JK Day of the Week: Fridays Dates: October 28 - December 9 Number of Classes: 6 Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m.

Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Fridays Dates: October 28 - December 9 Number of Classes: 6 Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Instructor: Lichterman Nature Center Animal Keepers Cost: $100

Foundations of Ballet This class uses the BrainDance approach, introducing more complex movements and rhythms. Students are introduced to basic ballet positions and follow the structure of a ballet class. This class requires special attire. Girls should wear a pink leotard, pink tights, and pink ballet slippers. Boys should wear a white t-shirt, black shorts, and black ballet slippers. Grades: SK - 1st Day of the Week: Thursdays Dates: September 8 - December 8 Number of Classes: 12 Time: 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Instructor: New Ballet Ensemble Cost: $260

Crazy 8s Math Club This club encourages students to play with math in the most outlandish way. Explore geometric shapes with glow sticks, practice math facts with bouncy dice, and build catapults to launch marshmallows! These high-energy activities appeal to kids of all math abilities. Grades: SK - 2nd Day of the Week: Mondays Dates: October 17 - December 5 Number of Classes: 8 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructors: Ms. Sara Ralston & Ms. Annie Chisholm Cost: $145

3D Art: Sculpture & Building This class is for kids who love to build and create. We’ll focus on 3 dimensional art and design while using materials such as wood, polymer clay, Model Magic clay, papier-mache, wire, cardboard, hot glue guns, masking tape, recycled materials and more! Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Mondays Dates: October 10 - November 28 Number of Classes: 7 Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Instructor: Katherine Riederer of the Art Project Cost: $180

Sewing Lower School Sewing Club There’s nothing like saying, “I sewed it myself!” Girls and boys will love stitching up new projects and building upon skills each week. Projects include bags, stuffies, wearables and more! No needle experience is necessary. Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Tuesdays Dates: September 6 - October 25 Number of Classes: 8 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Amie Plumley Cost: $175

Trim the Tree: Christmas Special Edition Create a special hand-stitched ornament that will beautify your tree for years to come. Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Tuesdays Dates: December 6 & 13 Number of Classes: 2 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Amie Plumley Cost: $50

Miss Angela’s Salon Polish Me Pretty Roses are red, Violets are blue, You’ll get a manicure and Learn how to give one, too! Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Tuesday Date: November 1 Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m

Twinkle Toes Salon These little piggies went to toe class, These little piggies had fun, They got pretty polished toes, And that’s how it goes, At Miss Angela’s Twinkle Toes Salon. You’ll get a pedicure and learn how to give one, too! Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Tuesday Date: December 6 Time: 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Instructor: Angela Merideth Cost: $35

Super Sonic STEAM Club Grab your lab coat and soar into learning with our Super STEAM after school club! Scientists will participate in weekly challenges that range from coding robots, programming, and so much more! Super Sonic STEAM classes develop a love for Science, Technology, Engineering, Math, and Art in all of our students. Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Wednesdays Dates: August 24 - October 12 Number of Classes: 7 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Creative Education Services Cost: $280

Lego Club 3.0: Extreme Builders Edition Extreme builders edition takes LEGO Club to the next level! Complete fun, handson ultimate challenges and builds each week while strengthening critical thinking skills, sharpening creativity, and developing a love for all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math). Grades: SK - 4th Day of the Week: Wednesdays Dates: October 19 - December 7 Number of Classes: 7 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Creative Education Services Cost: $280

Escape GSL: Disney Edition Put your super-sleuthing skills to the test during this movie-themed escape room. Use your knowledge of Disney moves to unscramble puzzles, uncover clues, and decipher codes and combinations. Can you beat the clock? Grades: 1st - 4th Day of the Week: Friday Date: October 14 Number of Classes: 1 Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. Instructors: Robert Ward & Karen Lanier Cost: $30

Group Swim GSL’s backyard pool is open! Enjoy sunshine, beach games, and pool time with friends during our group swims. Come for one, or sign up for them all! Two adults will be present to supervise, one of whom is a certified lifeguard. Please bring a swimsuit, sunscreen, and a towel. Group Swim will be rescheduled or canceled in the event of rain that interferes with visibility, lighting, or real-feel temperatures below 78 degrees Fahrenheit. Grades: 1st - 8th Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Dates: Monday, August 22 Wednesday, August 24 Monday, August 29 Wednesday, August 31 Instructors: Brittany Smith & Abby Hensley Cost: $35 per day

Kids Yoga Club Goat Yoga Game In this hilarious game, we will practice yoga shapes by completing challenges with an inflatable goat. From balancing the goat on one’s head, to batting it in the air, to bleating the tune to a song – kids will be sure to have a positive-vibes-filled and laugh-out-loud afternoon! Grades: 2nd - 4th Day of the Week: Thursday Dates: September 1 Number of Classes: 1 Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m. Instructor: Stephanie Congo Cost: $30

Yoga Challenges We will practice activities that challenge us physically and mentally. Kids will engage in hands-on learning, develop natural interests, and work on collaborative endeavors. This program fosters independence and confidence. The yoga challenges and exploratory games will improve our focus, balance, flexibility, teamwork, mindfulness, and more! Grades: 2nd - 4th Day of the Week: Thursdays Dates: September 8 - December 8 Number of Classes: 12 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Stephanie Congo Cost: $220

Clay Hand-Building Getting your hands dirty has never been more fun! Learn pottery techniques with all new projects alongside Seize the Clay. Your pieces will be professionally baked in a kiln and returned to you at the end of the course. Grades: 2nd - 4th Day of the Week: Fridays Dates: September 2 - 23 Number of Classes: 4 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Seize the Clay Cost: $150

Kids Run GSL Lace up your tennis shoes, because it’s time for kids to run GSL! Learn the ins and outs of our campus and tour the heart of our Midtown neighborhood with the soles of your shoes. This is a non-competitive running club centered around enjoying good company, exploring the outdoors, and encouraging healthy living. Grades: 2nd - 4th Day of the Week: Mondays Date: October 10 - November 14 Number of Classes: 6 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Abigail Wright Cost: $120

Sugar & Spice Take your taste buds on a culinary adventure. Join Mrs. Wright as she takes you through the basics of baking, then gives you the space to refine your skills. Grades: 3rd - 4th Day of the Week: Mondays Date: September 12 - October 3 Number of Classes: 4 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Abigail Wright Cost: $100

Chess Club Chess Club encourages problem-solving, fosters analytical skills, enhances critical thinking, and strengthens memory. Members are taught by active chess players who meet the high standards of Mid-South Chess where “chess is an art, a science, and a sport.” All skill levels welcome! Grades: 2nd - 5th Day of the Week: Thursdays Dates: August 25 - December 8 Number of Classes: 14 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructors: Arlene Kleiman & MidSouth Chess Staff Cost: $210

Music Lessons Music instructors offer 30-minute lessons for 14 weeks. To register, please contact the instructor directly to ensure you are able to schedule a day and time that works for your child. Please note returning students receive first priority on lesson days and times. Students will need to bring their own musical instrument to the lesson (with the exception of a piano, although they must have access to one at home so they can practice). SK - 8th Grade Guitar Lessons with Glenn Case Contact information: gcase1@hotmail.com or 901-378-4903 Remote lessons available only 1st - 8th Grade Piano Lessons with Ms. Lucy Owens Contact information: lucy.owens@gmail.com or 901-497-0691 In-person lessons available only 2nd - 8th Grade Piano Lessons with Ms. Patricia Gray Contact information: pgray@pgray.net or 901-493-0958 In-person lessons available only 5th - 8th Grade Trumpet, Trombone, Clarinet or Saxophone Lessons with Mr. Braden Jensen Contact information: bjensen@gslschool.org In-person lessons available only Cost: $400

Anchor Academy

ACE is proud to present Anchor Academy, an enrichment that supports academic excellence with individualized help for all types of learners through tailored tutoring services, small-group study sessions, and select workshops designed to hone in on a specific skill or concept.

One-on-One Tutoring Tutors are current or former GSL faculty/staff members with expertise in their teaching fields. Each tutoring session is 30 minutes or one hour in length. Please contact the tutor directly to ensure you are able to schedule a day, time, and frequency that works for your student or email ACE for a tutor recommendation. Note that faculty/staff members may only tutor students who are not currently in their class. Cost: $35 per 30 minutes or $65 per hour

Harmony Swenson JK - 4th Grade Reading & Math hswenson@gslschool.org

Allyson Campbell 3rd - 8th Grade Math acampbell@gslschool.org

Anne Chisholm SK - 4th Grade All Subjects achisholm@gslschool.org

Jane Williams 3rd - 4th Grade All Subjects jwilliams@gslschool.org

Sara Ralston SK - 4th Grade Reading, Language Arts & Math sralston@gslschool.org

Russ Thompson 5th - 8th Grade Math & Science rthompson@gslschool.org

Abigail Wright SK - 6th Grade All Subjects awright@gslschool.org

Charles Umiker 7th & 8th Grade Latin mrumiker@gmail.com

Luker Learning Lab

Session 1: First Trimester Grades: 1st - 4th Days of the Week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: August 22 - November 10 *No class on September 29 or October 4 Number of Classes: 32 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 5th - 8th Days of the Week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: August 22 - November 10 *No class on September 29 or October 4 Number of Classes: 32 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Session 2: Second Trimester Grades: 1st - 4th Days of the Week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: November 14 - February 23 *No class on November 21, December 15, or January 26 Number of Classes: 31 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 5th - 8th Days of the Week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: November 14 - February 23 *No class on November 21, December 15, or January 26 Number of Classes: 31 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Session 3: Third Trimester Grades: 1st - 4th Days of the Week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: February 27 - May 19 *No class on April 6, May 1-4 Number of Classes: 31 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Grades: 5th - 8th Days of the Week: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays Dates: February 27 - May 19 *No class on April 6, May 1-4 Number of Classes: 31 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Anchor Academy

Give your student a structured time and place to focus on homework assignments three days a week. Each learning lab is proctored by a GSL faculty member and consists of up to 10 students. Because of the small-group setting, students receive ample guidance from teachers who have expert knowledge of the curriculum.

Instructor: Faculty Member Cost: $350 per session

Anchor Academy

ISEE Prep Course

Do you have an 8th grader applying for high school? This one week intensive course will prepare your student for the Independent Schools Entrance Exam (ISEE), an admissions test for private and independent schools that takes place on October 1. Ms. Forsyth has been preparing students for ISEE tests for more than 15 years and will coach students on what to expect on the day of the test, as well as provide tips to improve scores. Students will become familiar with the test format by taking practice exams, refining essay writing skills, and reviewing important academic concepts that are likely to appear. Grade: 8th Days of the Week: Monday - Friday Dates: September 19 - 23 Number of Classes: 5 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m. Instructor: Lyn Forsyth Cost: $300

Individual ISEE Prep Sessions In addition to offering a group ISEE Prep Course, Ms. Forsyth offers 1 hour oneon-one sessions to help 8th graders prepare for the Independent Schools Entrance Exam. Schedule one session to cover the highlights or book five to do a more comprehensive review before the exam on October 1. Schedule individual sessions early, as these book up quickly. Contact Ms. Forsyth at lforsyth@gslschool.org to schedule sessions. Instructor: Lyn Forsyth Cost: $65 per session Cost: $300

Schedule Enrichment classes – in person or remote – will not meet on school half days or holidays. Unfortunately, ACE is unable to accommodate students taking remote enrichment classes while in After School Care.

The ACE office will not contact parents when a student is not in attendance, and no credit or refund will be given for a student who chooses not to attend an enrichment class. No prorated credits or refunds will be given for student absences from enrichment classes, even in the case of an absence due to a COVID-19 isolation. Dismissal Students attending an enrichment class will attend After School Care for no additional charge prior to the start of their enrichment class. However, students must be picked up immediately after the end of the enrichment class at the next designated carpool time. Otherwise, a $20 drop-in fee will apply to attend After School Care after the class. (See the Dismissal section on page 37 to view the entire policy.) Registration Advance registration for enrichment classes is required. Classes are filled on a firstcome, first-served basis until three days prior to the start of the class or when spots have been filled. No registrations are possible within 24 hours prior to the start of the class. Online Policies In addition to GSL's Technology Acceptable Use Policy*, the following policies apply: The educational tools and any remote learning services used during enrichment courses are chosen at the discretion of the camp instructor/vendor and may not coincide with the tools chosen by Grace-St. Luke’s. We ask that you cooperate with instructors/vendors in supplying your child with the software necessary to attend enrichment services, dependent on the course. Technical support will not be provided by Grace-St. Luke’s during remote enrichment classes. Responsibility for this falls to parents/guardians.

Enrichment Policies

No credit or refund will be given for students who are registered for more than one program on a particular day or time. It is the parents’ responsibility to ensure a student is not registered for overlapping classes.

By enrolling or remaining in a remote enrichment class, parents/guardians agree to the supervision of their child during the time of the class. *Available in the 2022-23 Parent/Student Handbook

All policies and procedures in GSL’s parent/student handbooks apply to ACE. The following are additional policies specific to ACE.

Registration GSL uses UltraCamp to manage all ACE registrations and billing activity. An UltraCamp account with a valid credit card on file is required to register for all ACE programs.

ACE Policies

Before registering, new families should: 1. Create an UltraCamp account. 2. Add a credit card. To register: 1. View upcoming sessions and select the offering your child is interested in attending 2. Proceed to checkout and pay the fee Program fees must be paid in full three days prior to the start of the program for a student to be enrolled. Registration closes three business days prior to the start of the program. Program dates, times, and locations can be found in UltraCamp or in the ACE brochure. ACE reserves the right to reschedule, modify, or cancel a program for reasons such as, but not exclusive to, insufficient enrollment, instructor illness, or a pivot to remote learning. In the event of a cancellation by the school, a full credit will be issued to the student’s UltraCamp account. In the event of a cancellation by a family for After School Care or ACE @ Play, parents must email ace@gslschool.org five days prior to the start of the program in order to receive credit. If not cancelled before this time, no credit will be given. No prorated credits or refunds will be given for student absences from enrichment classes, regardless of advance notice.

Attendance Parents are asked to communicate with ACE regarding any change in your child’s attendance in ACE by calling the ACE office at 901-278-2685 or emailing ace@gslschool.org. If a student did not attend school on a given day, then he or she is not eligible to participate in ACE activities that afternoon. Unless the offering is fully virtual, there is no remote alternative to ACE offerings. No prorated credits or refunds will be given for student absences. Students must be supervised on campus at all times. Therefore, an on-campus student not checked into another program will be required to attend After School Care. If not registered for Full-Time After School Care, a drop-in fee will apply.

Dismissal ACE has staggered dismissal times. Families should pick up at either 4:30, 5:15, or 5:45 p.m. in the carpool line. On Wednesdays, families have an additional choice to pick up at 3:00 p.m. Should a parent need to pick up outside these hours due to an emergency, parents should call the ACE office at 901-278-2685. Otherwise, parents must make arrangements to pick up at one of the designated dismissal times.

Students will only be released to an adult listed on the approved pick-up list. Parents may make arrangements for someone other than those listed to pick up a child by informing the ACE office in writing at ace@gslschool.org. Anyone picking up may be asked to show valid picture identification until the staff become familiar with them. Parents with students who walk home independently in After School Care should notify the ACE office in writing in advance and include the time in which the student should depart campus.

Communication Program-wide information appears in the weekly eNews. Additionally, any changes to programs will be emailed to the parents of participants.

ACE Policies

At the Preschool, parents should pull up to the red awning in the Miss Lee’s lot. All occupants of the car are required to wear a mask. Please be prepared to buckle your child in once he or she is brought to you. In Lower School, parents should pull up to the circle driveway. In Middle School, parents should pull up to the awning next to the middle school building on Lemaster Street. An ACE staff member will check your identification, then bring your child to you. Please be prepared to wait in your vehicle for a few minutes, as your child will need time to gather his or her items. Remain in your vehicle unless your child needs assistance getting into the vehicle and buckling. Parents with children in multiple divisions will need to go through each carpool line separately, so please plan accordingly.

Unless parents notify the Director of Auxiliary Programs in writing, they consent to the use, publication, and copyright by GSL of any material created by their child and of any photographs, video, and/or audio recordings in which their child may appear in programs or activities of GSL. Parents allow the usage of these materials in any of GSL’s publications and promotional materials, via print, radio, television, outdoor, internet, and social media. The foregoing consent shall extend beyond a child’s registration in this program.

Lunch & Snacks Students have an opportunity to eat a snack in after school care. All students are required to bring a pre-packaged afternoon snack each day. Parents are encouraged to send snacks in easy to open containers that require minimal adult assistance.

ACE Policies

During ACE @ Play, students must bring two snacks and a lunch, as the cafeteria is not open during school breaks. No food can be microwaved or refrigerated, so the use of room-temperature items, ice packs, and/or thermoses is recommended.

Discipline It is expected that every student utilizing ACE adhere to the school's procedures and standards of behavior, which are located in the handbook on GSL’s website. ACE reserves the right to dismiss any student from the program whose behavior becomes unmanageable.

Electronics Because we strive to develop connections within our ACE community, personal electronics such as cell phones and tablets are not allowed. Students will be allowed to use the office phone to contact a parent if needed, and parents are encouraged to call the office at 901-278-2685 if you need to contact your child. ACE staff may give permission for school-owned tablets or laptops to be used during closely supervised homework times.

Illness Students who are experiencing symptoms of a communicable illness or disease will be separated from the group, and the parent will be contacted immediately and asked to make arrangements to pick up the student. Expedient action to pick up the student within the hour will be required for his or her own personal care. ACE will follow GSL’s protocols for any child who is experiencing symptoms.

Late Pick-Up A late pick-up fee of $5 per minute will be charged for any student whose parent is not waiting in the last carpool line promptly at closing time. Parents should inform the staff if they will be late by calling the office at 901-278-2685.

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