School's Out

Instructor: Becca Donohue, P’34, Lower School Science Teacher
Dates: Mondays; September 23- November 18, 2024 (8 sessions). Not being held on 10/28
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: 3rd-5th
Cost: $285

This running program is for kids in grades 3-5th and is intended to expose them to the basics of running in a fun and exciting atmosphere. If there is interest, our athletes will have the opportunity to race with the Reds Track Club.

• weekly age-appropriate practices

• custom Reds Track Club swag

• opportunities to race further with the Reds Track Club

Instructor: Becca Donohue, P’34, Lower School Science Teacher
Dates: Tuesdays; September 24-November 12 (8 sessions)
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: K-2nd
Cost: $285

This running program is for kids in grades K-2nd and is intended to expose them to the basics of running in a fun and exciting atmosphere. If there is interest, our athletes will have the opportunity to race with the Reds Track Club.

• weekly age-appropriate practices

• custom Reds Track Club swag

• opportunities to race further with the Reds Track Club

Instructor: SPARK Business Academy
Dates: Tuesdays; September 24-November 12 (8 sessions) 
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: K-5th
Cost: $350

In this “glam” program for boys and girls, students gain knowledge of the fashion industry and develop skills in branding, marketing, fashion journalism and design. Students explore popular brands, analyze industry trends (e.g., athleisure), design various articles of clothing, define their own brand and more!

Instructor: The Science Guys of Baltimore
Dates: Wednesdays; September 25- December 11, 2024 (11 sessions). Not being held on November 27th
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: K-5th
Cost: $350

Budding chemists conduct hands-on experiments connecting real-world materials with scientific principles. Students will learn about the elements on our interactive Periodic Table, make their own slime recipes, mix eruptions, explosions, and even make elephant toothpaste!

Instructor: Charm City Music School
Dates: Thursdays; September 26-December 5 (8 sessions). No class on 10/3, 10/31 or 11/28
Time: 3:15-4:15
Ages: 8-12 years old
Cost: $325

In our group guitar club, students will learn the basics of this very versatile and popular instrument. Lessons will focus on learning a variety of chord shapes that will allow students to play literally hundreds of popular songs. The group format of these lessons brings out the social aspect of music-making and allows students to learn alongside their peers. Guitars for lessons will be provided.

Instructor: Charm City Music School
Dates: Fridays; September 27-November 22 (8 sessions). No class on 11/8
Time: 3:15-4:15
Ages: 7-12 years old
Cost: $325

Group voice class is for students of all experience levels who love music and want to gain foundational skills for healthy singing. Students will be introduced to concepts including pitch, rhythm, basic sight singing, harmony, breath control and performance skills. Music studied will span a vast array of genres but may include pop, Disney, musical theater, and folk music.

Instructor: Ivy Camps
Dates: Mondays; beginning September 23
Time: 3:30-4:30 
Grades: 2nd-5th 
Cost: $275

Using the Harry Potter world as the framework and guide, students will explore science concepts behind some of the fantastical elements in the series and write their own fictional story that includes a cohesive magical world. Students will design their own creative world and story that incorporates art, science, and writing principles explored during the course, inspired by Harry Potter.
**Please note that the level of story will depend on the age and level of students enrolled in this club.

Instructor: Charm City Music School
Dates: September 27-December 13 (8 sessions). No class on 10/4, 11/8, 11/29, or 12/6
Time: 3:15-4:15
Ages: 7-11
Cost: $325

In Hip Hop dance club students will learn the basics of Hip Hop dance as well as foundational steps of different Hip Hop dance styles. Students will also learn various combinations and routines of Hip Hop choreography that will build their memorization and musicality skills. This class will keep students active and engaged with dance games and skill challenges all set to music they know and love.

Instructor: Charm City Music School
Dates: Mondays; September 23-December 2 (10 sessions). No class on 10/28
Time: 3:15-4:15 
Grades: 1st-5th
Cost: $400

Experience the global musical phenomenon in our Music of Taylor Swift club, combining singing, guitar/ukulele, and songwriting! Students will learn to play favorite Taylor Swift songs on guitar or ukulele, gain musicianship skills through drumming and music activities, and have opportunities to sing both individually and together with peers. Students will also learn how to write and perform their very own songs! No previous experience necessary.

Instructor: Raquel Gilmer ‘89, Founder of SuperHero Camp
Dates: Wednesdays; (11 weeks) September 25-December 11, 2024. Not held on 11/27
Time: 3:30-4:30 
Grades: K-5th
Cost: $225

Perfectly Me Girls Club is a program of fun and purpose where club members will build/reinforce their supervalues – kindness, creativity, community, self-confidence, respect and more. Girls will not only have fun and build positive community, but they will also practice self-love, get physically active, build age appropriate social/emotional skills, develop team building skills, participate in a club designed community connections project and engage in various arts and crafts activities! Join our community and help us change the world!

Instructor: Charm City Music School
Grades: K-12
Cost: $48 for a 30 minute lesson, $95 for an hour lesson

Private music lessons offered for drum set, ukulele, guitar, bass, piano, violin, and voice. Lessons are provided by Charm City Music School and take place at Roland Park Country School, after school. 

Please contact Clara at clara@charmcitymusicschool.com to register for lessons. 

Instructor: Holly McAslan, Lower School Art Teacher
Dates: Wednesdays; September 25- December 4, 2024 (10 sessions). Not being held on 11/27
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: 1st-5th
Cost: $300

This club is all about clay!! Students learn how to make their own pottery and sculptures using techniques and tools to hand-build bowls, pots, plates and 3-D figures.  Come join the fun and satisfaction of creating with clay. Students will explore using different sculpting mediums from Model Magic and air dry clay and earthen clay, in addition  students will learn about different glazes and ways to color their work.

Instructor: Vineyard App Camp
Dates: Thursdays; September 26- December 12, 2024 (9 sessions). Not being held on 10/3, 10/31, and 11/28
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: 1st-5th 
Cost: $300

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.

Instructor: Hope Biersach, RPCS Middle & Upper School Spanish Teacher
Dates: Fridays; September 27-December 13, 2024 (9 sessions). Not being held on 11/8, 11/29, 12/6, and 12/6
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: 2nd-5th
Cost: $295

Join Middle and Upper School Spanish Teacher, Hope Biersach, in this beginner level Spanish Language and Culture Club. Students will work on their Spanish language skills through fun and thoughtful lessons, while also learning about how the language and culture is evolving in the Latino/Hispanic communities across the country and the DMV area.

Instructor: Charm City Music School 
Dates: Thursdays; September 26-December 5 (8 sessions) No class on 10/3, 10/31, or 11/28.  
Time: 3:15-4:15
Grades: 1st-5th 
Cost: $325

Dance your way through the Eras of Taylor Swift in our Taylor Swift dance class! We will explore lyrical, modern, jazz, and other dance styles, and learn choreography to her music! Students will work together to learn and perform, while focusing on rhythm, collaboration, and musicality. This class will give students the opportunity to express themselves in unique ways and develop their creative side, while learning and being active in an energetic, positive environment!

Instructor: Ivy Camps
Dates: Fridays; September 27-November 1
Time: 3:30-4:30
Grades: 6th-8th
Cost: $300

Engineering Escape Rooms - In this club, students will build their skills and ability to think logically! As a part of this camp, students will work through logic puzzles, escape rooms, and math concepts. By the end of this club, they will design and create an escape room that showcases their logic and engineering skills.

Instructor: Charm City Music School
Grades: K-12
Cost: $48 for a 30 minute lesson, $95 for an hour lesson

Private music lessons offered for drum set, ukulele, guitar, bass, piano, violin, and voice. Lessons are provided by Charm City Music School and take place at Roland Park Country School, after school. 

Please contact Clara at clara@charmcitymusicschool.com to register for lessons. 

The program operates from 3:00 p.m.  - 6:00 p.m. every day school is in session, as well as conference days and early dismissal days.

Parents/Guardians are expected to pick up students by 6:00 p.m. Pick-up occurs inside the Lower School entrance. Parents/Guardians will wait for their child to come to them after the parent notifies the front desk of their arrival. Parents/Guardians must sign out student in the Lower School Multi-Purpose Room upon departure. Students are not permitted to sign themselves out.

Parents arriving after 6:00 p.m. will be charged a LATE FEE OF $30 PER QUARTER HOUR starting at 6:01 p.m. and continuing $30 PER QUARTER HOUR until pick-up that day.

Extended Care Full Day (conference day coverage): $75 ($50 for partial day)

The annual contracts provide a 10% savings from the monthly contract. 

There are no additional charges for half day coverage on early dismissal days for families who are enrolled in regular care. 

Drop In Fees:

• Daily Drop-In (hours 3:00-6:00 p.m.): $19 hourly (half hour minimum)