Thornell Road Elementary School
School Principal: Edward Foote
TRE PTSA Chairs: Shruti Basim and Laurel Gildersleeve
After School Enrichment
The mission of Pittsford PTSA's After School Enrichment Program is to provide safe and supervised after-school educational, enriching and/or recreational programs for school-age children in grades K-5. Building PTSAs choose programs based on their individual demographics, interest level, and parent commitment. The building principal must approve all programs.
Please note: You may encounter issues with credit card denial when registering multiple children for programs with identical costs. To resolve it is best to try using a different card. Waiting a while might also work.
If a program is full when you try to register, use the waitlist form to be put on a waiting list for that program:
https://www.cognitoforms.com/PittsfordPTSA/TREAfterSchoolEnrichmentWaitlistSpring2026
Financial Need Statement
Pittsford Central School District strives to make our school environment one in which all children can learn and succeed. If any event, offering, or material serves as a financial hardship or strain on your family, please work directly with your building Principal or School Counselor at any time to secure necessary financial assistance through a confidential conversation.
WINTER REGISTRATION OPENS
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 18th AT 10 AM
*NEW* Creative Movement
Fee:
$84 + processing fees
Classes:
6 on Mondays
End Time:
3:50 PM
Dates:
4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18, 6/1 (No Class 5/25)
This movement class explores a concept-based approach to dance making. Dancers will learn about the Elements of Dance (Body, Effort, Space and Time) and use those tools to create their own dances, solving creative prompts with movement and imagination. No prior dance training is needed--just an open mind and willingness to try something new!
Grade Level:
K-5
Location:
Gym
Class Size:
15 max
Instructor:
Allison Thomashefski
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller & Brittni Cortina
*NEW* Community Service with Mr. Nichols
Fee:
Free
Classes:
5 on Mondays + Off-Site Community Service Day
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18 + Service Date TBD
This club is for students to have an opportunity to think about the needs of others in their community and then have a chance to practically serve people in their community! Students will lead the way and think of service ideas that are helpful to their community. We will spend each session preparing for whatever service project students pick, and then on our last meeting, we will go off site and complete that service project together for a person/group in our community!
Grade Level:
5
Location:
Room #209
Class Size:
30 max
Instructor:
Paul Nichols
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller & Brittni Cortina
Kidding Around Yoga
Fee:
$105 + processing fees
Classes:
7 on Tuesdays
End Time:
3:50 PM
Dates:
4/21, 4/28, 5,5 5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2
A fun, active and engaging yoga class after school! We’ll develop strength, flexibility, coordination, self-confidence and focus with yoga poses, fun activities, and group work. Balanced with breathing tips, mindfulness work and calm moments. No yoga experience required. Mats are provided; please bring a water bottle each week.
Grade Level:
K-5
Location:
Gym
Class Size:
18 max
Instructor:
Julie Van Benthuysen
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller & Brittni Cortina
Green Club
Fee:
$20 + processing fees
Classes:
4 on Tuesdays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
5/12, 5/19, 5/26, 6/2
Join us for Green Club, 2026. This May we will learn about local animals and insects in need of conservation and what we can plant for food and/or habitat to help out! The focus will be on Salamanders, Wood Frogs, River Otters and Luna Moths. We will also make paint out of soil and plant pigment that we will use to nature journal about these creatures and their habitat.
Grade Level:
3-5
Location:
Courtyard/Greenhouse
Class Size:
10 max
Instructor:
Sarah Sutton
Coordinator:
Sarah Sutton
Chess Club
Fee:
$45 + processing fees
Classes:
7 on Wednesdays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27, 6/3
Kids of all ages and skill levels can benefit from chess. In addition to having fun, kids practice analytical and problem-solving skills, learn discipline, concentration, and good sportsmanship. The chess program will provide instructional materials, chess equipment, and qualified instructors. All skill levels will be accommodated, and the class will be divided up according to age and/or ability.
Grade Level:
1-3
Location:
Library
Class Size:
15 max
Instructor:
Rochester Chess Center Instructors
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller & Brittni Cortina
Art Club
Fee:
$120 + processing fees
Classes:
5 on Wednesdays
End Time:
4:25 PM
Dates:
4/8, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6
Get creative with Ms. Mason in Art Club! Come explore different mediums such as clay, sculpture, book making and a variety of crafts. All projects are well thought-out and allow for creativity to shine. Ms. Mason believes it's a lot of fun creating art and she hope to inspire that spirit!
A project will be completed each session. All materials included.
Grade Level:
2-5
Location:
Art Room
Class Size:
15 max
Instructor:
Concetta Mason
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller & Brittni Cortina
STEAM Inventors
Fee:
$55 + processing fees
Classes:
6 on Thursdays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28
*Research has shown that National Inventors Hall of Fame education programs increase STEAM interest, align to state Science, Math, and English Language Arts Standards, increase creativity and problem-solving skills, promote thinking and cooperation skills, and increase student engagement and agency. But we think its mostly FUN for KIDS! All children can invent!
Grade Level:
3-5
Location:
Cafeteria
Class Size:
24 max
Instructor:
Camp Invention
Coordinator:
Amy Ord
*NEW* Little Robots
Fee:
$112 + processing fees
Classes:
4 on Fridays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
5/1, 5/8, 5/15, 5/22
Each week, students build a brand-new robot that they get to decorate, experiment with, and proudly take home. The robots might drive, wiggle, light up, or move in surprising ways —and the sense of accomplishment kids feel is always the best part!
Grade Level:
K-2
Location:
Cafeteria
Class Size:
24 max
Instructor:
Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller & Brittni Cortina
ATTENDANCE POLICY
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Once your child is registered for an ASE program, you will receive an email from the program coordinator.
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Your child’s enrollment in the ASE program will be communicated to the TRE administrative office by the PTSA. The main office clerical staff will communicate this information to your child’s teacher.
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Your child will be expected to attend the program days as scheduled. No daily permission slip will be necessary to attend the ASE program. A note, email or phone call to the Main Office will be required when your child is NOT planning to attend the ASE program on a specific day so they know the manner in which your child will be going home that afternoon.
All Programs: The District PTSA requires that at least TWO volunteers be present at every after school enrichment class to ensure the safety of the children. Although paid instructors teach some ASE programs, they are organized and run entirely by parent volunteers. Generally, for the ASE program to function a parent or guardian of all enrolled students will commit to volunteering at least once in the classroom. The number of times you will be called on to volunteer will depend on class size and the number of classes in your session.
Please reach out to the TRE After School Enrichment Coordinator or the parent coordinator if you are unable to volunteer. Failure to show up on your scheduled volunteer date(s) may result in your child(ren) being unable to register for future after school enrichment programs.
When registering, be sure to indicate AT LEAST TWO or THREE DATES that you, or another adult on your behalf, can volunteer in the classroom. Schedules for volunteering will be emailed to parents at least 3 days prior to the start of the program. Classes without two adult volunteers may be canceled. Younger siblings are welcome when parents are volunteering.
Please Note:
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Credit card information will be taken at the time of registration.
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Classes may be canceled if the minimum number of participants is not met.
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Online registration will close when classes are full.
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For questions contact: TREptsaASE@gmail.com