After School Programs at Whittier
Join Whittier’s After-School Program!
Whittier PTA is excited to partner with local orgs and teachers to offer a variety of fun after-school enrichment clubs for students in grades K-5.
After the Bell Rings…
All clubs are held at Whittier. Students will meet their instructor under the covered area on the blacktop after the final bell and have a snack before going to their club.
Parents will pick up students at the school’s front entrance when clubs are done. PTA volunteers are on-site to provide support.
Clubs are open to all Whittier students, including students attending Whittier Kids aftercare.
Families can sign up for programs in the fall, winter, and spring. Each session typically runs for eight weeks.
How to Register
Registration for the Spring 2026 session opens on Monday, March 16th at 3:30 p.m. and closes on Friday, March 20th.
You must set up a 6crickets account before registering for classes. Once you set up an account, you can learn more about each program and tuition. Classes often fill quickly, so please don’t wait until the last minute!
Spring 2026 Program Dates
- Programs start: 3/30
- Programs end: 6/1
- Skip dates:
- 4/13-4/17 (Spring Break)
- 5/25 Memorial Day
- Notes:
- Monday clubs end on 6/1 due to Memorial Day holiday
- Musical runs concurrently (grades 4, 5)
Weekly Schedule
Monday
Chess Wizards (Grades K-5)
3/30-6/1
2:30-3:30 pm
Classes are geared to suit children of all skill levels—from chessling to checkmate artists. Students will build upon their knowledge through lessons, tournaments, variation games, and more!
CraftLab – Crazy for Crafting (Grades 1-5)
3/30-6/1
2:30-3:30 pm
Get ready for craft-tastic fun! This session will be an action-packed class where kids dive into a new exciting project every week, exploring tons of different materials and techniques. We will try a little bit of everything as we bounce from one creative adventure to the next. From glitter and glue to paint and paper, beads and buttons to fabric and foam—if it’s crafty, we’re doing it! Projects range from quick and playful creations to more detailed designs that challenge all kids to develop their skills and patience. Our projects will be great for kids who love variety, trying new things, and taking home something awesome every single day. With surprises around every corner and endless materials to explore, kids will discover new favorite crafts and develop skills they never knew they had.
Machine Sewing – Little Hands Creations (Grades 2-5)
3/30-6/1
2:30-4pm
Whether you are brand new to machine sewing or already have experience, this class is designed to cater to all skill levels.
All students will have a full safety overview of essential machine safety protocols, after which new students will complete our beginner sewing curriculum, while the more experienced students can build of their existing skills, taking their sewing abilities to the next level.
This class is student-led, and they advance at their own pace with autonomy over the projects they choose to create. Projects include backpacks, phone cases, clothing, accessories, bags, games, stuffed animals and more! This is our most popular and most inclusive class where creativity knows no bounds!
Spring Musical with Ms. Steph (Grades 4-5)
3/30-6/1
2:55-4 pm
Whittier Wildcat Players Present: The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever. An award-winning youth musical about a birthday party that turns into a government takeover by a 9-year-old. It’s HILARIOUS!!
Rehearsals will take place on Mondays or Tuesdays, depending on your student’s role. Students with lead roles may rehearse on both days during some weeks. Ms. Steph will provide a schedule to all families participating in the musical.
The musical spans both winter and spring session. Families will need to register for both sessions.
Tuesday
Machine Sewing – Spring Styles (Grades 2-5)
3/31-5/26
2:30-4pm
Is your closet a little empty after spring cleaning? We’ve got you covered! This specialty machine sewing class is perfect practice for budding fashion designers. Students are invited to learn a skill they will use for a lifetime and a hobby they will forever enjoy…sewing! No experience necessary for any child to learn the basics and beyond. New students will learn machine safety, beginner sewing techniques, and complete two prerequisite projects, while the more experienced students can expand on skills they already have.
*For all new sewers, the first session is mandatory. Please contact LHC if your child is unable to attend.
Gamer Group with Mr. Buck (Grades K-2)
3/31-5/26
2:30-4:00 pm
Students will learn to play new board games, make new friends, and have tons of fun!
Kong Academy – Soccer Stars (Grades K-2)
3/31-5/26
2:30-3:30 pm
Our soccer enrichment program blends skill-building and play to support confidence, teamwork, and clear communication. Through drills, games, and group challenges, students practice collaboration, problem-solving, and fair play – on and off the field.
LEGO Robotics – Rovers with BEAM Experiences (Grades 3-5)
3/31-5/26
2:30-4:00 pm
Build and design real, functioning robots!
Each day, students receive a short lesson, followed by guided building time. We will tackle creative team challenges to design and construct robots that automatically react to their environment using motors and sensors. Our robots will use echolocation to detect objects, react to obstacles that they bump into, and follow colored paths with light sensors. The session ends with an awesome battle-bot tournament!
Spring Musical with Ms. Steph (Grades 4-5)
3/31-5/26
2:55-4 pm
Whittier Wildcat Players Present: The Most Epic Birthday Party Ever. An award-winning youth musical about a birthday party that turns into a government takeover by a 9-year-old. It’s HILARIOUS!!
Rehearsals will take place on Mondays or Tuesdays, depending on your student’s role. Students with lead roles may rehearse on both days during some weeks. Ms. Steph will provide a schedule to all families participating in the musical.
The musical spans both winter and spring session. Families will need to register for both sessions.
Thursday
Gamer Group with Mr. Buck (Grades 3-5)
4/2-5/28
2:30 -4:00 pm
Students will learn to play new board games, make new friends, and have tons of fun!
Bricks 4 Kidz – (Grades K-2)
4/2-5/28
2:30-3:30 pm
Working in pairs, students will create motorized models using a special kit of LEGO® Technic bricks. Every week, they will try new and interesting constructions to develop fine motor skills and learn a bit about STEM subjects along the way. With the teacher’s guidance, kids will follow instructions that match their building experience, then creative free build to bring their own ideas to life. Let’s build something amazing together!
Video Game Design – with Lando Learning (Grades 1-5)
4/2-5/28
2:30-4 pm
Students will learn
1ON1 Sports –
(Grades 3-5)
4/2-5/28
2:30-3:30 pm
This club will take place outdoors on the Whittier Blacktop.
We Need Volunteers!
After-school programs at Whittier depend on the support of our awesome parent volunteers who provide supervision and help ensure every day runs smoothly. It’s a great opportunity to get to know our students and deepen your connection to the Whittier community—an also have some quiet time!
Shifts are weekly from 2 – 4 p.m. on Mondays and Tuesdays, 2 – 3:30 p.m. on Thursdays. We’re looking for volunteers who can commit to one day/week for two or more weeks. Tuition discounts are available for volunteers. Learn more and sign up here.
Volunteer Responsibilities Include:
- Ensuring all students are safe and accounted for. This includes helping students line up, supporting instructors with attendance, and communicating with families as needed if a student is absent. Bonus points for being handy with the occasional band-aid!
- Being on-call if instructors need support. Volunteers carry walkie-talkies and help if instructors have questions.
- Ensuring Whittier’s classrooms and spaces remain clean and tidy. This can include moving equipment to prepare the classroom, returning desks and equipment to their original places, removing any trash and belongings left behind, and helping to clean up any messes.
- Staying at school until all students are picked up by their parent or guardian. Life happens! Occasionally volunteers will stay with students and contact parents if they are late for pick up.
Scholarships & Additional Support
We strive for equitable opportunities for all students. For scholarship information, please contact programs@whittierptaseattle.org.
If you want to sign your child up for an activity and they need extra support in the classroom, please contact programs@whittierptaseattle.org.
Other Considerations
Waitlist
Spots are limited, though families can join the waitlist if classes are full. Waitlisted families get priority enrollment if they are on the waitlist for a class offered the following term. Please email the enrichment providers directly with questions concerning the waitlist, schedule, or class policies.
Fees
An $8.50 registration fee is included in tuition to support Whittier Elementary PTA after-school enrichment. Registration fees are used to fund scholarships and pay for volunteer background checks.
Behavior Policy
If a student is behaving in a way that is disrupting the class and the teacher(s) is unable to control such behavior, the vendor will reach out to the parent of the student and inform the parent and the Programs Chair of the behavior concern as well as the vendor’s policy regarding next steps.
Roles & Responsibilities
Whittier Elementary and Seattle Public Schools are not affiliated with or connected to the Whittier PTA Programs offerings or individual program vendors. Whittier PTA coordinates building reservations and hosts registration links for independent enrichment providers. Enrichment providers manage registrations and schedules through the 6crickets platform.
Please direct all of your questions to programs@whittierptaseattle.org or the appropriate enrichment provider.33-5