The Brownsville Elective Education (BEE) Program was founded in fall 2005 to bring elective after school education and activities to students of Brownsville Elementary School. The primary goals of the program are:

  • Broad curriculum (provide fun and educational classes not offered during the regular school day).
  • Convenience (courses are offered right after school at Brownsville).
  • Affordability (rates are competitive and scholarships are available). The BEE Program is run by volunteers with Brownsville's PTO and is not operated to make a profit. 

Please use this site to learn more about the BEE Program. 

 

BEE Class Offerings, Spring 2025

 

Classes will start on April 15-16 and run through May 20-21, with makeup classes May 27-28 if needed.

Registration will open on the PTO website at 6:00 am on Tuesday, April 8th. Use the "Forms and Payments" tab above to register.

We strongly recommend registering as soon as possible, as historically a number of BEE classes have sold out quickly. Additionally, when registering, please note the grade eligibility of each class.

 

Tuesday Classes

 

Card Games (K. Mosley)

Are you ready to go old school? Come join Mrs. Mosley and learn 5 card games to play with family and friends! Would love for you to join in on our fun filled competition!  Eligibility: Grades 4-5.  

 

Cheerleading (K. Brown).

Cheerleading with Kelly Brown. Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

 

Chess (H. Aghaebrahim)

Are you ready to test your strategy skills and challenge yourself? Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced player, the Chess BEE is the perfect place to grow your abilities, have fun, and compete in friendly matches. Learn new tactics, make lasting friendships, and be part of a community that loves the game! No experience necessary – all you need is a love for the game and the will to improve. Eligibility: Grades 2-5.

 

Cooking Simple Meals (S. Greenwood)

This will be a cooking class where students will learn healthy simple meals they can cook at home.  Eligibility: Grades 4-5. Additional Materials Cost: $12.

Cursive Handwriting (L. Crotteau)

Did you know that cursive handwriting is beautiful and good for your brain? Activate your brain’s sensorimotor network and learn a fun new skill at the same time. We will learn each cursive letter and graduate to a variety of writing tools to create beautiful handwritten notes. Eligibility: Grades 3-5.
 

Environmental Explorers (J. Sell)

Come explore all things nature. During the six week course we will explore different nature topics while exploring the outdoors. All activities and crafts will be done from recycled items and items found in nature.  Eligibility: Grades K-2.

 

Flag Football (J. Faulconer)
Have fun throwing, catching, and playing flag football. Eligibility: Grades 2-5.
 

Kickin' Back With Keyboarding (J. Carew)

Tired of the ole hunt and peck to write a paper? Come to Keyboarding class and get more familiar with the keyboard so you can be more efficient in your typing! Eligibility: Grades 2-5.

 

Lego Challenge (L. Cameron)

Are you a Lego master? Do you enjoy a challenge? Join the fun in the Lego Challenge Bee club! We will have weekly games, challenges, building tips and free build time to keep you as busy as a bee. Eligibility: Grades K-2.

 

Perler Beads (J. Beeler)

Students will create different shapes, pictures, patterns, and art using Perler Beads. Eligibility: Grades K-5. Additional Materials Cost: $8

 

WeVideo! (K. Crickenberger)

Do you love computers? Do you want to learn about how to make videos? Well come and learn all about the awesome full-scale multimedia creation program, WeVideo! In this class we will learn how to create videos, podcasts, GIFs, & more—and empower learners to do the same!  Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

 

 

 Wednesday Classes
 

Basketball (J. Faulconer and J. Beeler)

A basketball skills and games class for students in grades K-5. Students will practice their basketball skills and participate in basketball related games. Eligibility: Grades K-5.

 

Bee Fashionable (K. Crickenberger)

Do you love to draw and color?  Do you love fashion?  Well, come and learn some of the basics of fashion illustration and design.  Students will illustrate clothing for all seasons and create a portfolio to take home. Eligibility: Grades 2-5. Additional Materials Cost: $10. 

 

Busy Bee Games (J. Sell)

Come join the fun! In this class we will play a variety of board, card, and other fun games. Playing a variety of games with friends encourages friendly competition and helps our BEEs learn the importance of rules, strategy, and critical thinking.  Eligibility: Grades K-2.

 

How to Draw (D. Palmer and K. Hunter)

Learn to draw with Mrs. Palmer and Mrs. Hunter.  Students will use directed drawings on a new topic each week.  Eligibility: Grades 1-5.

 

Origami & Paper Crafts (J. London and H. Clinedinst)

Come learn the Japanese artform of folding paper. We will start off with the basics and build as we move though our time together. Let your imagination take over as we explore fun ways to make art by folding paper. Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

 

Outdoor Yoga (S. Seufert)

Students will learn relaxing yoga poses while practicing outside (weather permitting.) Yoga combines movement with breath. It increases balance, flexibility, and strength. Eligibility: Grades 2-5. Additional Materials Cost: $4. 

 

Painting Nails (K.Mosley)

Join Mrs. Mosley for fun and creativity with nail painting. We will learn some techniques and maybe even some designs. It will be a fun social time together! Eligibility: Grades 4-5. Additional Materials Cost: $5. 

 

Spring Arts & Crafts (M. Gibson)

Come celebrate the arrival of spring with fun crafts for the season!  Students will create arts and crafts of different types each week. Eligibility: Grades K-2. Additional Materials Cost: $5. 

 

Spring Arts & Crafts (K. DePadre)

Get ready to celebrate the beauty of spring with fun and creative crafts! In this hands-on class, elementary students will explore a variety of seasonal art projects using paint, paper, natural materials, and more. From colorful flower collages to adorable animal crafts, each session will inspire creativity and fine motor skills. Whether your child loves painting, cutting, or gluing, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Join us for a bright and cheerful crafting adventure—where imagination blooms! 🌸✂️🎨 Eligibility: Grades 3-5. Additional Materials Cost: $6.
 

Sensory MESSY Play (A. Yost)
Let's get messy! This sensory play class encourages curiosity and creativity while engaging all the senses and developing motor skills. Think slime, sensory bins, water play, and more!

Eligibility: Grades K-2. Additional Materials Cost: $10.

 

We will hold three sessions of the BEE program during the 2024-2025 academic year: fall, winter, and spring. Each session will last for six weeks. Classes will be from 2:30-3:30 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The spring session is scheduled to start April 14-15 and run through the week of May 20-21, with any makeups on May 27-28. Registration will open at 6:00 am ET on Tuesday, April 8th.  Please go to the Forms & Payments section of the website to register.

REGISTRATION LIMITS:  In order to best serve the largest number of students, parents can only sign up their children for 1 class per child for the first 24 hours after registration opens. Please note that waitlisted classes do not count towards your class, but items in Shopping Carts do. To ensure fairness, we will clear out all shopping carts after 2 hours. We appreciate your cooperation.

TRANSPORTATION:  Parents are responsible for picking up their children promptly at 3:30 pm. Please note that parents who are chronically late may have their enrollment cancelled and/or will not be allowed to register their children in future BEE sessions. For students enrolled in BASE on the day(s) that they are in the BEE program, they will go to BASE immediately after the BEE class is over.

SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE. To be considered for a scholarship, please contact admin@brownsvillepto.org. We review all requests and availability as soon as possible.

REFUNDS AND CANCELLATIONS. We are unable to offer any refunds once registration closes. If you need to make a change prior to registration closing, please email admin@brownsvillepto.org.

The BEE Program is run by the PTO, not by the school. The school nurse will not be on site. If your child has any medical needs, please communicate that to the BEE Program or your BEE teacher.

 

BEE Pickup will continue to occur in the pick-up circle. Please keep in mind the following:

 

LOGISTICS: - Please arrive and line up around the pick-up circle by 3:30 pm for dismissal. Please stay in your car and move your car quickly after your child enters the car so that the pick-up line does not get backed up to 250. If your child cannot buckle, please park and pick up your child in person.

 

SAFETY:

  • Please stay to the right side of the pick-up circle, be very careful and drive slowly when entering and exiting the area. There will be a lot of activity and above all, we want to ensure that all children are safe.
  • Do not drive around/over any obstacles to leave the school and ensure that your children are all “buckled-up” before pulling out from the circle.
  • We know many of you. However, if we are unsure of a person’s identity, we will ask for a picture ID. We appreciate your compliance and understanding if we ask to see your ID.
  • The pick-up circle has eight spots and we will direct parents to one of those circles. We will only allow children to enter cars if they are in one of these eight spots.
  • Please remain in your cars to ensure a smooth check-out process. Children should enter their car in the back of the passenger side. If for any reason a child may need to enter on the driver car side, the child should walk in front of their car and not behind for safety.
  • If you are late for BEE check-out and nobody is at the pick-up circle, please meet your child inside by the front office.

 

Please note that if you are consistently late picking up your child, you will not be allowed to register your child in future BEE classes.


Please e-mail us at admin@brownsvillepto.org with any feedback or questions.

Have a question about the BEE Program?

Question about a payment? beetreasurer@brownsvillepto.org

Question for one of the BEE Chairs? admin@brownsvillepto.org

Thank you for your feedback. This is your program, and together we can make it stronger.