After School Programs

Winter Trimester

Winter After School Programs

Extend your child(ren)’s school day with an array of after school enrichment opportunities as part of Winter on the Hilltop!

We are excited to offer our winter after school programs (exclusively offered to Berwick Academy families). Find the winter program information here.
 
Families will be asked to log in to or create their account on CampBrain. Payments in CampBrain can only be completed with a credit card. If you would prefer to pay by cash or check, or to inquire about payment plans or financial assistance, please reach out to Nichole Troe, Director of Auxiliary Programs at nichole.troe@berwickacademy.org. If a program is full, sign up for the waitlist at no cost.

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  • Policies and Procedures

    Payments
    Please pay by credit card. If circumstances require you to pay by other means, please contact Nichole Troe, Director of Auxiliary Programs, at 207-384-6112 or Nichole.Troe@berwickacademy.org.
     
    Cancellations/Withdrawals
    With email notification to the Director of Auxiliary Programs, Nichole Troe at Nichole.Troe@berwickacademy.org, families may withdraw a participant from an enrichment program under the following scenarios:
     
    *Cancellations more than two weeks before the start of each program: You will receive a refund/credit less 25% of the program fee. You can use a credit to sign up for other programs during the season or keep it on your account for future seasonal programming.
     
    *Cancellations two weeks or less before the start of each program: There will be no refunds/credits offered.
     
    No refund or reduction in fees is possible for a child who arrives late, leaves early, or attends only part of a program because of illness, other than a hospital stay.
     
    Berwick Academy reserves the right to cancel any program due to under-enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. Participants will be given the choice of selecting another program or receiving a full refund of paid fees.
     
    In the event that Berwick Academy enrichment programs are not able to operate due to state regulatory requirements, fees will be prorated and refunded.
     
    After Care/The BASH Schedule Paired with Auxiliary Programs
    If you have signed up for the four or five-day After Care/The BASH plan for your child and would also like to sign up for auxiliary programs on the same day your child would be attending After Care/The BASH, please sign up for the auxiliary programs on CampBrain. Once registered, please notify Nichole Troe, Director of Auxiliary Programs so we can apply a credit to your school account based on the number of days your child has auxiliary programs that overlap with their After Care/The BASH plan.
     
    Waitlists
    When your first-choice programs are not available, a waitlist is available for each program with no fee to sign up. Participants are accepted from the waitlist based on open space and will be notified by telephone and/or email if and when space becomes available. We cannot guarantee any movement from the waitlist, and families enter the waitlist at their discretion.

    Late Registration
    Online registration will close at 3 p.m. one week prior to each program starting. If you would like to register after that time, you must contact Nichole Troe, Director of Auxiliary Programs, at 207-384-6112 or Nichole.Troe@berwickacademy.org. Registration is not complete until the Director has confirmed this with you. Your child may not show up on the first day of the program and plan to stay and participate unless they are registered.
     
    Financial Assistance
    Payment plans and limited financial assistance are available upon request. Please reach out to Nichole Troe, Director of Auxiliary Programs at 207-384-6112 or Nichole.Troe@berwickacademy.org for more information.
     
    Inclement Weather Policy
    We do our best to remain open and follow an indoor schedule on rainy/snowy days. In the event that campus must close at dismissal, we will notify you as soon as possible to make other arrangements for pick up at the time of dismissal. We will notify you if make-up days can be arranged.

Enrichment

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  • Adventure Awaits: Intro to Dungeons & Dragons | Thursdays | Dec. 5, 12, 19 | Grades 3-5

    Instructors: Sages Entertainment
    Grade 3-5 • Thu, Dec 5, 12, 19 • 3:15-5pm • $225

    Embark on a thrilling 3-week introduction to the magical world of Dungeons & Dragons! As a heroic character, join forces with fellow adventurers and navigate through enchanted forests, treacherous dungeons, and bustling medieval towns. Guided by our experienced Game Masters, you'll solve puzzles, engage in epic battles, and face the ultimate challenge in a grand finale that will test your teamwork, strategy, and creativity. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to roleplaying games, this short adventure promises fun, excitement, and unforgettable memories. Bring your imagination and a sense of adventure, and let the journey begin!
  • Chess | Mondays | Jan. 13-March. 3 (skip Jan. 20, Feb. 17) | Grades 1-4

    Instructors: Paul Roberts
    Grades 1-4 • Mon, Jan 13-March 3 (skip Jan 20, Feb 17) 3:15-5 p.m. • $250

    Are you interested in learning the game of Kings? There are many benefits to learning chess from developing cognitive skills and learning how to win and lose gracefully. Would you like to join us and begin your chess journey? We will be learning the basics of chess! Paul Roberts is a retired educator of 34 years. He was a classroom teacher and a building administrator. Paul started chess clubs in many of the schools he worked in. Now retired, he has been working for the last 2 years with Chess in Education-US to bring chess instruction to classrooms. Skip dates Jan 20, Feb 17.
  • Melody Makers: Exploring Sound and Creativity | Wednesdays | Jan. 22-Feb. 26 | K-Grade 1

    Instructors: Sages Entertainment
    Grade K-1 • Wed, Jan 22-Feb 26 • 3:15-5pm • $375

    In this fun and interactive program, participants will discover the magical world of music by learning what music is, experimenting with different sounds, and creating their own instruments. Through engaging activities and playful sound exploration, young music lovers will explore different types of music and gain a deeper understanding of rhythm, melody, and harmony. By the end of the class, they'll not only have their handmade instruments but also the joy of making music together.
  • The Food Lab: Canning, Cooking, and Baking | Thursdays | Jan. 23-Feb. 20 (skip Feb. 13) | Grades 5-8

    Instructors: Kate McCarty, UMaine Cooperative Extension
    Grade 5-8 • Thu, Jan 23-Feb 20 (skip Feb 13) • 3:15-5pm • $195

    Blueberry jam, pickles, and tomato sauce—all of these foods can be made from scratch with delicious results. Join UMaine Extension staff and volunteers in this hands-on, interactive program that will teach kids how to cook and preserve the fresh fruits and vegetables. Each session will feature an interactive activity on how food is made and where it comes from and then a hands-on cooking session. You'll make jam and pickles, bake pies, and more, with plenty of sampling! Everyone will get to take home what we make. Skip date Feb 13.

Arts

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  • Artistic Antics | Thursdays | Jan. 23-Feb. 27 | K-Grade 2

    Instructors: Doodlebugz
    Grades K-2 • Thur, Jan 23-Feb 27 • 3:15-5pm • $225

    Students will get creative in a variety of mediums, using materials such as clay, varying paint techniques, glass fusing and MORE! This is a wonderful opportunity to express oneselves, try something new, expand art skills and make new friends!
  • Handmade Gifts with the Craft Barn | Mondays | Dec. 2 & 9 | Grades 5-8

    Instructors: The Craft Barn
    Grades 5-8 • Mon, Dec 2 & 9 • 3:15-5pm • $125

    Using our hands and some basic craft supplies, we will create some one-of-a-kind gifts for you to give to your friends and family for the holidays. You will leave after this series with a handful of unique, hamdmade gifts such as small jewlery items, bookmarks, tea towels, keychains, votive holders, each with their own gift tag and festive wrapping. All items will be thoroughly wrapped to keep them a surprise!
  • Holiday Gift Making | Wednesdays | Dec. 4, 11, 18 | Grades 5-8

    Instructors: John Ibsen
    Grades 5-8 • Wed, Dec 4, 11, 18 • 3:15-5pm • $200

    Thinking about the perfect homemade holiday gift? Come to the Fab Lab to create gifts for your friends and family. Materials for 3D printing, sticker making, custom coasters, signs and birch log snowpeople will be provided. You may also come with your own idea to make and create a holiday gift.
  • Intro to Weaving | Tuesdays | Jan. 21-Feb. 11 | Grades 3-5

    Instructors: Alicia Joy Stiles
    Grades 3-5 • Tue, Jan 21-Feb 11 • 3:15-5pm • $195

    Discover the magic of weaving in this fun and creative class designed for young artists! Students will learn the basics of weaving using various materials including; paper, felt and colorful yarns! Through hands-on projects, they’ll explore patterns, textures, and techniques, creating their own unique woven masterpieces. This class encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and a love for crafting! Perfect for beginners, no prior experience needed, all materials included.
  • Winter Clay Decorations | Tuesdays | Dec. 3 & 10 | K-Grade 5 (Two Sessions)

    Instructors: Teaya Fitzgerald
    Session 1:
    Grades K-2 • Tue, Dec 3 • 3:15-5pm • $60
    Session 2:
    Grades 3-5 • Tue, Dec 10 • 3:15-5pm • $60

    Using slabs of clay and stencils we will make unique hanging winter and holiday decorations. Pieces will be glazed and available to pick up approximately a week after the session. 
  • Winter Sewing Series | Mondays | Jan. 13-Mar. 3 (skip Jan. 20, Feb. 17) | Grades 5-8

    Instructors: The Craft Barn
    Grades 5-8 • Mon, Jan 13-March 3 (skip Jan 20, Feb 17) • 3:15-5pm • $250


    We will learn how to sew--you can have minimal or now sewing experience and you will leave the series with a new skill and am armful of projects! Projects include making warm cozy items like mittens made of sweaters or fleece, slippers made of wool and fuzzy furry pillows! All supplies and sewing machines are included. Projects subject to change. Skip dates Jan 20, Feb 17.
  • ZINES! | Thursdays | Jan. 23-Feb. 20 (skip Feb. 13) | Grades 3-5

    Instructors: John Klossner
    Grades 3-5 • Thu, Jan 23-Feb 20 (skip Feb 13) • 3:15-5pm • $195
     
    This class will show students how to make zines – short for personal magazines – and create their own personal publication. Using a couple basic ‘zine designs, students will fill the pages with their own content – pictures, writing, drawings, art – covering their personal interests. Skip date Feb 13

STEAM

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  • Intro to Coding & Robotics | Tuesdays | Jan. 21-Feb. 25 | K-Grade 4

    Instructors: Sages Entertainment
    Grades K-4 • Tue, Jan 21-Feb 25 • 3:15-5pm • $375

    Explore the building blocks of coding while we create our own games, animations, and music. Then we will put our skills to the test as we learn about robots with specific jobs in the world and finish off things by programming some of Sages Entertainment’s robot ambassadors.
  • Minecraft Coding and Challenges with Minecraft EDU | Wednesdays | Jan. 22-Feb. 26 | Grades 2-5

    Instructors: Sages Entertainment
    Grades 2-5 • Wed, Jan 22-Feb 26 • 3:15-5pm • $375

    A world of your own? It's never been easier. We'll explore game design, make up our own stories, build the tallest towers, compete in friendly challenges, and invent interactive fun for others to enjoy. Using code builder, we will explore making repetitive tasks easier by coding a virtual robot (The Agent) to help. We can do anything on our own private Minecraft EDU server, even dream up the most epic adventure map! Space is limited, so reserve your space now!

Berwick Academy

Berwick Academy, situated on an 80-acre campus just over one hour north of Boston, serves 520 students, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 and Postgraduates. Berwick students are from Maine, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, and several countries. Deeply committed to its mission of promoting virtue and useful knowledge, Berwick Academy empowers students to be creative and bold. Berwick strives to graduate alumni who shape their own learning, take risks, ask thoughtful questions, and come to understand and celebrate their authentic selves.