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Elementary Drawing
Facilitated by Young Rembrandts

Young Rembrandts step by step drawing method works hand-in-hand with our original curriculum developed by a team of artists and educators. Young Rembrandts teaches children to break down complex objects into basic foundational shapes. As they learn how to deconstruct and reconstruct images, the experience, repetition and variety of engaging and relevant subject matter brings them to increased levels of mastery in drawing - and in life.

Elementary Drawing Session includes an art history class every month to tell the stories of our past and demonstrate the significance of art throughout the world's history and cultures. In turn, children's horizon is broadened, their understanding and appreciation of art increases, and other classroom learning is reinforced. Our Young Rembrandts art history lessons introduce artists, art periods, architecture and key cultural people, places and events.

Fall Session: Grade K-5 | Wednesdays | September 16 – November 11 | No class  October 7
4:15-5:15 p.m. | Cost: $160

Winter Session: Grade K-5 | Wednesdays | January 6 – March 3 | No class January 13
4:15-5:15 p.m. | Cost: $160

Spring Session: Grade K-5 | Wednesdays | March 31 - May 21 
4:15-5:15 p.m. | Cost: $160

Soccer Class
Facilitated by CT Soccer

Fun Soccer Fundamentals!
This weekly soccer class is designed for kids in grades K-5 who want to learn the basics of the game in a fun and supportive environment. Over the course of the season, children will develop fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting through engaging drills and exciting games.

What to Expect
Each one-hour session will begin with a dynamic warm-up to get everyone moving. We'll then break into smaller groups to practice a specific skill, using fun activities that keep kids active and focused. The class will end with a short scrimmage, allowing players to apply what they've learned in a low-pressure, friendly game.

Our Goals
Our primary goal is to foster a love for the game. We focus on teamwork, sportsmanship, and building confidence on and off the field. This class is perfect for both newcomers and those with some experience who want to continue developing their skills.

Fall Session: Grade K-5 | Tuesdays | September 22 – November 17 | No class November 3
4:30 -5:30 p.m. | Cost: $160

Winter Session: Grade K-5 | Tuesdays | January 5 – February 23
4:30 -5:30 p.m. | Cost: $160

Spring Session: Grade K-5 | Tuesdays | March 30 – May 18
4:30 -5:30 p.m. | Cost: $160

Robotics Club
Facilitated by: RoboThink
Build amazing robots using RoboThink's STEM program. Equipped with our innovative robotics kits, which include motors, sensors, gears and mainboards, students create robots of all shapes, sizes, and functions. Our trained instructors and picture-based instructions present basic robotic and engineering concepts and apply these concepts as they engage in exciting robotic challenges. 

Fall Session: Grade 2-5 | Fridays | September 18 – October 30
4:30 -6 p.m. | Cost: $224

Winter Session: Grade 2-5 | TBD
4:30 -6 p.m. | Cost: $TBD

Spring Session: Grade 2-5 | TBD
4:30 -6 p.m. | Cost: $TBD

Chess
Facilitated by: Glenview Chess
Learn the basics of chess, how to move each piece, strategies to gain the lead, and how to think ahead in this chess class instructed by Glenview Chess.

Fall Session: Grade K-8 | Tuesdays or Thursdays | September 22 – November 17 | No class November 3, November 12
4:45 -5:30 p.m. | Cost: $139

Winter Session: Grade K-8 | TBD
4:45 -5:30 p.m. | Cost: $TBD

Spring Session: Grade K-8 | TBD
4:45 -5:30 p.m. | Cost: $TBD

Open Gym is a drop-in program for youth in grades 5-8 and is located at Gemini Middle School. 

Location: Gemini Middle School | 8955 Greenwood Ave, Niles, IL 
Time: Mondays from 5-8 p.m. & Saturdays from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Fees: $2/day or $100 Annual Pass

All youth who plan to attend this program must first be registered by a parent/guardian, and then will receive a PIN number that the youth can use to check in and out of the program. All registrations must be submitted by a parent/guardian, and the cost for Open Gym is $2/day. Fees will be assessed in the family's EZChildTrack and PushCoin accounts; no cash will be accepted at Open Gym. 

We will no longer be accepting cash at Open Gym. All payments must be made by calling the Expanded Learning Office at the FRC at 847.827.4137.

All youth in grades 6-8 must present a school ID to enter Open Gym.