After-School Enrichments
Beverly Cleary spring 2026 after-school enrichments are open for registration! Scholarships are available: Please notify the after-school provider or a school counselor if you need one. Returning students are welcome – classes change each semester to offer something new.
Please note: There are no after-school classes on early-dismissal Wednesdays: 4/22 and 5/13. Middle schoolers participating in after-school classes arrive at 3:30, after their dismissal.
For questions about classes, email the program contact listed. For questions about after-school programming in general, email Claire (parent volunteer) at afterschool@beverlyclearyschool.org.
Daily after-school child care is also provided on campus by the YMCA. More information can be found at ymcacw.org or by contacting beverlycleary@ymcacw.org. YMCA attendees can also attend after-school classes.
Note: These programs are provided to families as a resource and are not endorsed or sponsored by Beverly Cleary School or the PTA. The PTA offers partial scholarships to help make these programs accessible to all families. Review our After School Enrichment Financial Aid Policies and Procedures here. Please request partial scholarships through the enrichment provider or your school counselor. You will remain anonymous to the PTA.
Cool Art: Ceramics & Mixed Media
Michelle Smit
Explore a variety of art forms and materials, making creative ceramics and other forms of mixed media art.
Days: Monday
Grades: K-8
Time: 3:15-4:45
Spring Dates: 4/13-6/1
Price: $255 (7 weeks)
Questions: coolartschool@comcast.net
Spanish
Portland Early Learning Project
Learn and practice Spanish in our small, play-based, interactive classes, full of songs, books and movement. Space available for spring, with prorated tuition.
Days: Monday
Grades: K-3
Time: 3:15-4:15
Dates: 9/15-5/18
Price: $715.50 (full year)
Questions: admin@adventuresinspanish.org
Megan's Eco Cubs
Megan Russell
We will start gardening in the BCS garden this spring, in addition to making upcycled craft masterpieces, as we make our community a better place with BCS's beloved former Campfire teacher. Sign up for one or both days! Kindergarten siblings accepted. Volunteer teaching assistant positions open for middle schoolers -- contact Megan!
Days: Monday & Wednesday
Grades: 1-5
Time: 3:15-5:15
Spring Dates: Mon: 3/30-6/1 Wed: 4//1-6/3
Price: Mon: $275 (8 2-hour classes) Wed: $250 (7 2-hour classes)
Questions: megansecoden@gmail.com
Art With Ms. Brooke
Brooke Date
Join Beverly Cleary's art teacher after school to work with a variety of mediums, both 2D and 3D, to create unique pieces of art.
Days: Tuesday
Grades: 2-8
Time: 3:15-4:45
Spring Dates: 3/31-5/26
Price: $335 (9 weeks)
Questions: bdate@pps.net
Email Brooke
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Beginner Band (Before School)
MUSE Instrumental
Join the Beverly Cleary band for beginners! Learn to play flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone, snare drum or xylophone. Students bring or rent instruments; see museband.com/how-to-choose-an-instrument/.
Days: Tuesday
Grades: 4-8
Time: 7:45-8:40 AM
Dates: 9/9-5/26
Price: $88 per month
Questions: info@museband.com
Guitar
Rock Dojo
Kids level up through musical missions, earn collectible hero cards and build real performance skills on a hero's journey through music. Students bring guitars or rent one. Contact brian@rockdojo.org.
Days: Tuesday
Grades: K-8
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 3/31-6/2
Price: $149 (10 weeks)
Questions: brian@rockdojo.org
Ultimate Frisbee
Portland Ultimate
In this fun and supportive sport, kids of all skill levels will learn the fundamentals of ultimate while building confidence and staying active. Beginners welcome! Girls are encouraged to join!
Days: Tuesday
Grades: 3-5
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/7-6/2
Price: $190-$310 (pay what you can, 9 weeks)
Questions: info@portlandultimate.org
Chess Club
Rose City Chess
Whether you're new to chess or striving to win a state championship, we will provide high-quality instruction to help you learn and improve at the timeless game. Email about age exceptions.
Days: Wednesday
Grades: 2-8
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/1-6/3
Price: $176 (8 weeks)
Questions: robert@rosecitychess.com
Basketball Skills
Portland Reign
Kids will build fundamental skills, play basketball-oriented games, practice teamwork, and have fun! All levels welcome.
Days: Wednesday
Grades: 1-5
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/1-6/3
Price: $175 (8 weeks)
Questions: jake@pdxreignbasketball.com
Lego Robotics
Experiment PDX
Teams of students build robots using engineering and coding. Younger students use the Lego Education Essential kits and curriculum and older students use advanced Prime.
Days: Wednesday
Grades: K-5
Time: 3:15-4:45
Spring Dates: 4/8-6/3
Price: $210 (7 weeks)
Questions: curious@experimentpdx.com
3D Printing Design Studio
PDX MiniMakers
Students become inventors, artists and problem-solvers as they learn to design and pring their own creations. Beginners welcome! All materials and snacks provided.
Days: Thursday
Grades: 3-8
Time: 3:15-5:00
Spring Dates: 4/9-5/28
Price: $249 (8 weeks)
Questions: contact@pdxminimakers.com
Electronic Music
Electronic Music Club
Using the latest recording software and musical control surfaces, students learn how to integrate music theory with audio recording arts to write and compose their own music. We provide all software and hardware. All abilities are welcome!
Days: Thursday
Grades: 2-5
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 4/2-6/4
Price: $250 (10 weeks)
Questions: electronicmusicclubinfo@gmail.com
Intermediate Band (Before School)
MUSE Instrumental
Join the Beverly Cleary band for intermediate players! Play flute, clarinet, alto sax, trumpet, trombone, snare drum or xylophone. Students bring or rent instruments.
Days: Thursday
Grades: 5-8
Time: 7:45-8:40 AM
Dates: 9/11-5/28
Price: $88 per month
Questions: info@museband.com
Theatre Club!
NW Children's Theater
Learn about the performing arts by playing fun theatre games, creating wacky characters and acting out our very own stories!
Days: Thursday
Grades: K-2
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/9-6/4
Price: $130 (10 weeks)
Questions: outreach@nwcts.org
Robot Ready with mBot2
Journey to Steam
The mBot2 empowers students to delve into mechanical, electrical and software engineering through hands-on building and programming exploring robotics!
Days: Friday
Grades: 3-8
Time: 3:15-4:30
Spring Dates: 4/10-5/29
Price: $275 (8 weeks)
Questions: pdx@journeytosteam.com
Breakdance
WeBreak Dance
Learn breaking concepts and moves, like toprock, footwork and freezes, while expressing yourself through dance and building a positive team environment. No class 5/15.
Days: Friday
Grades: K-8
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 4/24-6/5
Price: $240 (6 weeks)
Questions: info@webreakdance.com
Yoga
Yoga Playgrounds
Kids will stretch and energize their bodies and minds through individual and group poses, mindfulness games and creative relaxation techniques.
Days: Friday
Grades: K-3
Time: 3:15-4:15
Spring Dates: 4/10-6/5
Price: $216 (9 weeks)
Questions: hello@yogaplaygrounds.com
