BEE Class Offerings, Spring 2026

BEE Class Offerings Spring 2026

Register for the BEE after-school enrichment program for Spring 2026! Classes will be held from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. weekly on either Tuesdays or Wednesdays.

Important Dates:

• Classes begin: April 14th (Tuesday) and April 15th (Wednesday).

• Classes end

  • Tuesday classes will end on May 26th.  Note there is no school on April 21st. 

  • Wednesday classes will end on  May 20th.

• Make-up Dates (if needed):  May 27th (Wednesday).

Registration Details:

• Registration opens: Monday March 30th, at 9:00 PM ET.

• Registration closes: Thursday, April 2nd, at 5:00 PM ET.

• Cost: $70 per student plus a credit card fee. (Some classes have an additional materials fee.)

• How to Register: Go to the "Forms and Payments" tab on the PTO website. Registration will open on the PTO website at 9:00 PM on Monday, March 30th.

Key Reminders:

• Registration Limits: To ensure fairness, you can only register your child for one class for the first 24 hours. We will clear out all shopping carts after two hours. If there is availability remaining, please sign up for additional classes starting on Wednesday January 14th at 9:00PM. 

• Scholarships: Are available! Please contact admin@brownsvillepto.org to inquire. You can also make a donation to the scholarship fund.

• Parent Pickup: Please pick up your child(ren) on time! Failure to do so could result in future ineligibility for the program. 

• Cancellations: We will notify you via email from admin@brownsvillepto.org. Please add this address to your contacts.

• Check Grade Eligibility: Be sure to note the grade eligibility for each class.

We strongly recommend registering as soon as possible, as historically a number of BEE classes have sold out quickly.

Tuesday Classes

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.

Dance & Sing Club (E. Leinbach)

Dance & Sing Club is a super fun dance party for students in grades K, 1 and 2.  Each week kids will sing and dance to get their wiggles out. Come ready to jump, dance, laugh and enjoy a good time with friends! Eligibility: Grades K-2.

Coding (J. Miles)

Unleash your child’s inner creator in Code Club, where K-2 students transform from passively consuming tech into understanding computer science. Students will learn through playful, hands-on logic games and beginner-friendly coding adventures both with and without technology. Our young innovators will build problem-solving superpowers and bring their brightest ideas to life, one block of code at a time!  Eligibility: Grades K-2.

Martial Arts Basics (Offered by Uplevel Martial Arts)

Learn some basics of self-defense and self-discipline through our style of martial arts, which includes aspects of Karate, Krav Maga, Tae Kwon Do, and several other styles. We will show kids how to use their voice as a first defense and some basic moves. Martial arts helps build life skills such as focus, discipline, respect, and more. For more information on Uplevel Martial Arts see https://uplevelfamilymartialarts.com. Eligibility: Grades K-5.

Kicking Back With Keyboarding (J. Carew)

Tired of the old "hunt and peck" on the computer when trying to type?  Find a fun way to navigate the keyboard with friends and become a quicker typist! Eligibility: Grades 2-5.

Math Games including 24 and more! (H. Aghaebrahim, K. Mosley)

Do you love card games and rolling dice games? Join Math Games and compete in the exciting numbers game 24! Use addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to turn four numbers into 24 before anyone else. It’s math, strategy, and quick thinking all in one!  We’ll also play other fun and challenging math games along the way. Bring a positive attitude and get ready for some math-powered fun! Eligibility: Grades 2-5.

Bee Country Line dancing (J. Burke, K.Craig)

Get ready to BEE Country!  In this high-energy class, students will learn how to line dance to kid friendly pop and country music.  We'll have a blast with fun, easy-to-learn choreography and will be ready to show off our skills at the end of 6 weeks!  Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

Beginning Sewing (M. Mohr)

Beginning sewing- have fun learning to make simple projects! Taught by former Fairfax County school teacher Mary Beth Mohr using sewing machines designed for children.  Eligibility: Grades 3-5. Additional materials fee: $10/student

Recreational games (J. Beeler, C. Witt)

Let's play! Students will participate in a variety of recreational games they wouldn't normally get to play in PE:  4 Corners, Wiffle Ball, Ricochet Ball, Mario Brothers, Foosketball, Matball, and Flag Football.  Matball is a variation of kick ball and uses large mats as bases. The game is a lot of fun as multiple players can occupy a single mat at the same time and try to score!  Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

Cooking Simple Meals -Spring! (S. Greenwood)

Students will learn to prepare simple healthy meals.  The spring menu will have menus including salads, light fare, and meals that include seasonal fruits and vegetables. Please indicate on form if any food allergies are present. Due to popular demand we are offering sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday.  Eligibility: Grades 4-5. Additional materials fee: $15/student

Rocket Club! (J. Kyner, J. Moore)

In Rocket Club , join Principal Kyner and JeJe Moore to build model rockets and discuss the basic physics involved. Once rockets are built, we will take them outside and have our own launch (weather permitting). Upon successful retrieval of the rockets, we will fire off rockets again.  Eligibility: Grades 4-5. Additional materials fee: $10/student

 Wednesday Classes  

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.

Perler/Fuse Beads (J. Beeler, K. Crickenberger )

Students will be create unique Perler bead designs on a weekly basis.  Students will get to keep all of their designs.   Eligibility: Grades K-5. Additional materials fee: $5/student.

Bee Country Line dancing (J. Burke, K.Craig)

Get ready to BEE Country!  In this high-energy class, students will learn how to line dance to kid friendly pop and country music.  We'll have a blast with fun, easy-to-learn choreography and will be ready to show off our skills at the end of 6 weeks!  Eligibility: Grades K-2.

Chess (H. Aghaebrahim, M. Gibson)

Do you enjoy puzzles, strategy, and friendly competition? Join Chess Club! Learn how the pieces move, discover clever strategies, and challenge your friends in this classic game of thinking ahead. All skill levels welcome. For those new to Chess, please remember that Chess is a game of concentration and focus. Come ready to think, learn, and have fun while making your next move! ♟️ Eligibility: Grades 1-5.

OpArt-Optical Illusion Art (H Clinedinst)

By popular demand (and lots of student requests), we’re back for round two with brand new mind-bending illusions to create and share. Join us for more creativity, laughter, and art that will totally trick your brain!   Artists will draw, color, and design cool pictures that trick your eyes and make art look like it’s moving, popping out, or changing shape. Eligibility: Grades 2-5. Additional materials fee: $1 /student.

Graphic Design Club (J. Miles)

Step into the studio and watch your creativity go digital! Students in grades 3–5 are invited to master professional design tools to create stunning digital art. From the first click to the final reveal, your young artist will learn the secrets of visual storytelling and see their custom designs leap off the screen and come to life!  Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

Art Prints: Styrofoam, Collographs and Gelli Plates (T. Hoppel-Tollison)

We will spend one day on Styrofoam prints, one day on collagraphs and the third day I will introduce Gel prints. The last 3 days, students can experiment more with the different types of prints! Eligibility: Grades 3-5. Additional materials fee: $10/student.

Run Fun! (S.Pollock, A. Pollock, S. Combs)

Taught by three Brownsville grandparents who are experienced runners. Focus is on becoming able to run/walk a 5k race with success and enjoyment! Class will include instruction on running form, mobility warm up, and running games. Students will be expected to run with parent or other on weekends.  Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

Story Puzzles (E. Leinbach)

Do you like stories?  Do you have a good imagination?  Let's combine the two!  Pick an idea and work together to encourage creativity, problem solving, team work and a love of storytelling. Eligibility: Grades 3-5.

World Robot Olympiad/ Lego Robots (Offered by Blue Ridge Boost) Join Blue Ridge Boost and dive into the World Robot Olympiad! Students will take on real challenges from this year's World Robot Olympiad competition, and work together to build LEGO Spike Prime Robots. For more information on Blue Ridge Boost see https://blueridgeboost.com/. Eligibility: Grades 3-5

Cooking Simple Meals -Spring! (S. Greenwood)

Students will learn to prepare simple healthy meals.  The spring menu will have menus including salads, light fare, and meals that include seasonal fruits and vegetables. Please indicate on form if any food allergies are present. Due to popular demand we are offering sessions on Tuesday and Wednesday.  Eligibility: Grades 4-5. Additional materials fee: $15/student.

Card Games (K. Mosley)

Are you ready to go old school? Join Mrs. Mosley for some fun filled card games. We will learn various games and learn how to be competitive amongst each other. Looking forward to all the fun we will have with each other! Eligibility: Grades 4-5.

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