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Before & After School
Care Opportunities

​After-school clubs/activities from outside vendors/companies/individuals are not directly sponsored or endorsed by Sherwood ES PTA, or Montgomery County Public Schools.  

SES 2026-27 AFTERSCHOOL ACTIVITY SCHEDULE

  • Activities begin on different weeks so be sure to review your registration in advance.

  • If programs enroll less than the minimum number of students, they may be postponed or canceled. All vendors/programs reserve the right to cap enrollment due to staffing needs.

  • After school providers are responsible for students during the time of the scheduled activities and are required to manage arrival and dismissal.

Monday

Sewing Club - Learn beginner sewing, fabric art, and creative upcycling while transforming recycled and treasured textiles into fun keepsakes, crafts, and collaborative projects!

  • Grades K-5

  • 9/14, 9/21, 10/5, 10/12, 10/19, 10/26, 11/9 (8 weeks), 4:00pm - 5:00pm

  • $240

• ⁃ Register at https://www.enrichmentcollective.com/register?q=/views/ajax&partner=7

Tuesday

Shining Kids Yoga - Stretch, breathe, and relax with yoga at Sherwood Elementary! Children will learn yoga poses, deep breathing, meditation, and relaxation techniques in a fun, interactive environment. 

 

Girls on the Run - Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity-based positive youth development program. We teach life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games. The program aims to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness. Completing a 5K on November 22nd gives them a tangible opportunity to apply everything they have learned. Each participant receives a program t-shirt, water bottle, entry to the GOTR 5K, and a finisher medal.

  • Grades 3-5 (girls only)

  • Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:15pm. The team will meet twice per week for eight weeks, starting 9/29 and ending on 11/19, with a culminating 5K race on 11/22 at Montgomery Mall.

  • $210

• ⁃ Register now! Program Details - 3rd - 5th Grade | GOTR Montgomery County Maryland

Wednesday

JAM: Rock Band - A hands-on rock band club where students explore guitar, bass, drums, keys, and vocals while building rhythm, teamwork, and confidence through jamming together!

 

Frosting Factory - A sweet, hands-on baking club where students decorate treats, learn frosting and piping techniques, and build creativity, confidence, and kitchen skills!

 

Critter Club / Safari Club - Learn and experience the incredible ways animals have evolved and adapted to the challenges of mother nature! From the cane toad’s unexpected defenses to the chameleon’s excellent camouflage, you will get to see and handle some of the craziest animal traits. Featuring completely new animals from the previous session, each week will also incorporate a new game built to explore a certain animal adaptation and how it can be useful. Please note that there are two separate sessions; Critter Club is for grades K-2, and Safari Club is for grades 3-5.

  • Critter Club: Grades K-2

  • Safari Club: Grades 3-5

  • 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/11 (8 weeks), 4:00pm - 5:00pm

  • $250

  • Register for both at https://villageedu.org 

Thursday

Pokemon & Minecraft Club - Ultimate Fandom and Builders Class blends anime art, Pokémon creativity, and Minecraft-inspired building as students design, create, and collaborate on imaginative projects together.

 

Girls on the Run - Girls on the Run is a transformational physical activity-based positive youth development program. We teach life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games. The program aims to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness. Completing a 5K on November 22nd gives them a tangible opportunity to apply everything they have learned. Each participant receives a program t-shirt, water bottle, entry to the GOTR 5K, and a finisher medal.

 

Learn Now Music - Our goal is to create a positive atmosphere where each student can reach their personal musical goals at their own pace. Students can learn either violin, guitar, piano, ukulele, or drums - instrument rental is included in the registration fee! Please note, this is NOT the 4th/5th grade Instrumental Music program offered through MCPS; this is an independent program

- Grades K-5 

- 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10 (8 weeks), 4:00pm - 4:55pm

- $206

- Register at: https://learnnowmusic.com/group-lessons/

 

Creative Adventures: Creative Sparks - Over six sessions, kids will find creative ways to express themselves through six art projects. Our experienced teaching artists will introduce the work of new artists and try out many art materials in a safe and enjoyable after-school setting.

  • Grades 1-5 

  • 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5 (6 weeks), 4:00-5:30pm

  • $210 

• ⁃ Register at: https://www.artinyou.com/schoolyearclasses

Friday

Babysitter’s Club - A hands-on club for grades 4–5 where students learn childcare, home safety, and beginner babysitting skills while building confidence as Mothers’ Helpers.

 

Pickleball - Beginner Pickleball Club introduces basics through fun games, building coordination, teamwork, confidence, and active play with friends on school courts.

 

Silver Knights Chess Academy - Learn chess with Silver Knights Chess Academy! We’ve taught 100,000 children to play including state & national champions, but most students are beginners looking to learn a new skill and have FUN. Class time is divided between lessons and practice games. Lessons range from the basic rules to advanced tournament strategies.

  • Grades K-5 

  • 10/02, 10/09, 10/23, 10/30, 11/06, 11/13, 11/20, 12/4 (8 weeks), 4:00-5:00pm

  • $172

• • Register at: https://chessacademy.com/products/sherwood-elementary-chess-club

*Any scholarship/ financial assistance opportunities you would need to reach out to the company directly.​​​

**These organizations are not endorsed by the PTA, for information purposes only.**

1. Sherwood Child Center (in school parking lot) - 

https://www.kidsmcs.com/ 

 

2. Camp Sonshine -

https://campsonshine.org/camp-sonshine-before-after-school-program/

 

3. Creative Enrichment -

www.creativeenrichment.org

 

4. Chesterbrook Academy -

https://www.chesterbrookacademy.com/preschools/md/olney/programs/after-school/

 

5. Kindercare Olney -

https://www.chesterbrookacademy.com/preschools/md/olney/programs/after-school/

LOCAL BEFORE AND AFTER CARE

(240) 740-0960

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