Thornell Road Elementary School
School Principal: Edward Foote
TRE PTSA Chairs: Lynn Pan 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/TREAfterSchoolEnrichmentWaitlistFall2026
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.
FALL REGISTRATION OPENS
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30TH AT 10 AM
Creative Movement
Fee:
$84 + processing fees
Classes:
6 on Mondays
End Time:
3:50 PM
Dates:
10/19, 10/26, 11/2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23
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
*NEW* Robot Builders
Fee:
$112 + processing fees
Classes:
4 on Tuesdays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3
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:
3-5
Location:
Cafeteria
Class Size:
24 max
Instructor:
Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller
Kidding Around Yoga
Fee:
$90 + processing fees
Classes:
6 on Tuesdays
End Time:
3:50 PM
Dates:
10/13, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17
Kidding Around Yoga is, in essence, stress management for kids. Students in grades K-5 receive creative instruction in meditation, breathing practices, relaxation, and therapeutic poses. This class will incorporate a series of creative games and yoga-based activities that emphasize the "whole child," combined with original music designed for fun, play and active learning. Mats are provided.
Grade Level:
K-5
Location:
Gym
Class Size:
18 max
Instructor:
Julie Van Benthuysen
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller
*NEW* Introduction to Comedy Improv
Fee:
$100 + processing fees
Classes:
4 on Wednesdays
End Time:
3:50 PM
Dates:
10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18 (No Class 11/11)
Have fun, make friends and enhance social skills without trying while playing easy theatre games like those seen on TV’s “Whose Line is it Anyway?” Class has a relaxed, supportive atmosphere. Participation is encouraged, never forced.
We welcome students with learning differences, neurodiversity, and social-emotional or communication needs.
These easy theatre games and scenes utilize suggestions supplied by fellow players. The results are at best hilarious, at worst interesting. No experience is required!
Instructor Carol Roberts, MA is a comedy improviser and former stand-up comic who has performed with Robin Williams, Paula Poundstone and Ellen DeGeneres. She is also a former Executive Functioning Coach at RIT’s Spectrum Program.
Grade Level:
5
Location:
Gym
Class Size:
12 max
Instructor:
Carol Roberts
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller
Chess Club
Fee:
$45 + processing fees
Classes:
7 on Wednesdays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/4, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9 (No Class 11/11 or 11/25)
Join in on the fun of learning chess with the Rochester Chess Center! Chess is designed to build critical-thinking skills, self-confidence, sportsmanship, and learning from mistakes in a challenging and exciting way.
Grade Level:
4-5
Location:
Library
Class Size:
15 max
Instructor:
Rochester Chess Center Instructors
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller
Little Robots
Fee:
$112 + processing fees
Classes:
4 on Thursdays
End Time:
4:05 PM
Dates:
10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5
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:
1-2
Location:
Cafeteria
Class Size:
24 max
Instructor:
Brooklyn Robot Foundry
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller
*NEW* Cricket Clinic
Fee:
$75 + processing fees
Classes:
6 on Fridays
End Time:
3:50 PM
Dates:
10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20
Learn the fundamentals of cricket! This global game is enjoyed by 2 billion people worldwide and is expanding in the U.S. Batting, bowling, and fielding skills will be taught. Cricket matches are conducted throughout the season.
Grade Level:
1-5
Location:
Gym
Class Size:
15 max
Instructor:
Varun Jain & Sambitt Mohapatra
Coordinator:
Sarah Mueller
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