Before & After School
The Extended Day Office coordinates our before- and after-school programs which include Extended Day Care (EDC), Extended Day Activities, Private Music Lessons, and Student Clubs.
Provided below are details surrounding all of our Extended Day programs for Fall 2025.
Extended Day Program Descriptions
EDC
This is our childcare program, offering childcare before school at 7:00 AM and after school until 6:00 PM. EDC is staffed by our Faculty and Extended Day Counselors and is designed to give parents flexibility in drop-off and pick-up times and to be a playdate for our children each day. This program is available to all of our families and you can register for this program as few as 1-day a week and as many as 5-days a week.
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Fall EDC will take place the first full-day of your child’s school year through the last full school day before the Christmas Holiday break.
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Spring EDC will take place the first day we return in January through the last full school-day.
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Holiday Care is available to add to your child’s schedule to cover conference days and some school holidays as well as some early dismissal days. The full list of Holiday Care dates can be found in the Holiday Care description. Students who are enrolled in 5-day PM or 5-day AM & PM EDC include Holiday Care automatically.
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Drop-in care can be scheduled for a one-day enrollment in aftercare for one-off situations as needed throughout the school year. The Drop-in option is not available for AM EDC or on Holiday Care days.
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EDC registration is semester based, Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.
Before and After School Activiies
These are specialty classes taught by faculty, staff, or community professionals that typically take place once a week. Children can participate in an activity à la carte or in addition to EDC. Our Extended Day team manages the transition to and from these activities and parents can pick-up after the activities in a carpool pick-up line or choose to register for EDC that day if a later pick-up is necessary. Activity registration is semester based, Fall 2025 and Spring 2026.
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Registration is on a first come, first served basis, and many activities have limited space and fill quickly.
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Waitlists are formed for classes that fill, and we try to move as many students off the waitlist as possible by forming second sections. Please know that forming second sections is only possible for certain classes as other classes are unable to add additional instructors and, therefore, the waitlist will stand.
Birthday Parties
Private Music Lessons
We provide private instrument and voice lessons to students throughout the afternoons. Private lessons begin at Kindergarten and are taught on campus by our qualified instructors and faculty. To be considered, parents must join the waitlist during Fall 2025 registration which our Lesson Coordinator will work from to fill the schedule. Private music lessons require a full-year commitment.
- Parents will be charged for a semester of lessons through the Extended Day Registration website, similar to our after school activities, once the lesson schedule has been finalized with the Lesson Coordinator.
- Middle School students involved in athletic teams should understand that lessons may conflict with athletic practice and game schedules. Our lesson make-up policy does not include make-ups for missed lessons due to athletic practices and parents are still responsible for the cost of lessons through the entire semester.
UCAL
This is the United Church Athletic League which is a sports league for our younger athletes. We offer three different seasons: Fall (Kinder+ Soccer), Winter (Kinder+ Basketball), and Spring (PK+Soccer and 3rd-6th Girls Volleyball). This league is coached by parent volunteers, so be sure to let us know if you are interested in coaching a team next year!
Student Clubs
Student clubs are programs in which participants have an opportunity to represent AOS at an event or competition. These student clubs are offered to our families free of charge, we only ask that you make a full-year commitment to these programs. These include Chorus for 3rd-8th grade, Quiz Bowl for 6th-8th grade, and Art Portfolio for 7th-8th grades.
Payment
Payment for all Extended Day programs is billed through the Extended Day registration website. Payment plans are available, and payment may be made by credit card or eCheck.
Schedule Changes & Cancellations
The Extended Day Office offers a cancellation period following the registration for each semester. The fall semester provides a short time period that cancellations can be made without a penalty, then beginning July 2, all cancellations are subject to a $50 cancelation fee per activity. For EDC, the cancellation fee also begins July 2 and is charged per “batch” of changes per child. Batch changes are multiple changes made to your child’s EDC before-care and after-care schedule at one time. Once the cancellation window closes, all charges are non-refundable and non-transferable. Provided below are the registration deadlines and cancellation period for Spring 2025. If you wish to change your schedule, please contact the Extended Day Office at extendedday@aoshouston.org or 713-470-5600.
Registration & Cancellation Deadlines:
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May 7 - July 1 Fall 2025 Registration opens
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July 1- Fall semester cancellation period with no cancellation fee ends
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July 2 -Fall semester cancellation period with cancellation fee begins
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September 9 - $50 cancellation fee per class ends
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September 10- All charges are non-refundable and non-transferable
Registration
Registration for Fall 2025 will open at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, May 7.
Extended Day programs are on a semester-based schedule (fall & spring). Registration for all Extended Day programs occurs online and happens on a first-come, first-served basis. Many after school activities fill quickly. EDC will always be available to our families during the registration period as we can adjust the program based on the needs of our families. Availability in EDC may be limited after the registration deadline.
Our Fall 2025 registration deadline is Tuesday, July 1.
important dates
Kindergarten - 8th grade EDC opens on Tuesday, August 19.
Delphi -PK EDC opens on Friday, August 22.
Holiday Care EDC is available for Delphi -PK Thursday, August 21.
All fall Extended Day Activities, Lessons, and Student Clubs begin on Tuesday, September 2.
All fall EDC, Activities, Lessons, and Clubs end on Thursday, December 18.
Fall 2025 Offerings
- Fall EDC Options and Pricing
- Delphi
- PREKINDERGARTEN
- Kindergarten
- First Grade
- Second Grade
- Third Grade
- Fourth Grade
- Fifth Grade
- Sixth Grade
- Seventh Grade
- Eighth Grade
- Private Music Lessons
- UCAL
Fall EDC Options and Pricing
Fall Morning Care EDC and After Care EDC:
Fall Morning-care EDC and After-care EDC:
Fall EDC opens on August 19 for Lower and Middle School and on August 22 for Jones Center.
Morning-care (AM) and After-care (PM) Childcare is offered as EDC before and after school when school is in session. Parents may select Morning-care options only (AM), After-care options only (PM), or Morning and After-care options (AM & PM) for as few as 1 day a week and as many as 5 days a week.
AM EDC: Students enrolled in Morning-care may arrive at 7:00 AM. We offer an extended Wednesday AM EDC to accommodate our late-start program from 7:00-8:30 AM.
PM EDC: Students enrolled in After-care may stay until 6:00 PM
Pricing:
Pricing is for the Fall (August-December)
1 Day AM: $245 (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
1 Day AM Wednesday: $731
2 Day AM: $443
3 Day AM: $594
4 Day AM: $699
5 Day AM: $1,151 (includes late-start Wednesday)
1 Day 6:00 PM: $699
2 Day 6:00 PM: $1,258
3 Day 6:00 PM: $1,678
4 Day 6:00 PM: $1,958
5 Day 6:00 PM: $2,097
1 Day AM & 6:00 PM: $816
2 Day AM & 6:00 PM: $1,468
3 Day AM & 6:00 PM: $1,958
4 Day AM & 6:00 PM: $2,284
5 Day AM & 6:00 PM: $2,447
Holiday Care Package (additional cost)
The Fall Holiday Care Package includes:
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(1) half-day August 21, 1st Day of School Early Dismissal (JC)
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(1) full-day Conference Day September 26 (All School)*
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(3) full-day Greek Fest Holiday October 2-3 & October 6 (All School)
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(1) full-day Faculty & Staff Professional Development Day November 3 (All School)
Students enrolled in either the 5-day PM or the 5-day AM & PM option do not need to register for the additional Holiday Care Package - Holiday care is included in that option.
*During Conference Days, we are offering complimentary drop-in childcare during your scheduled conference for AOS students. This option will be limited 30-minutes while parents are present on campus. Currently enrolled AOS student siblings may attend drop-in childcare during their sibling's conference as well as their own.
Fall Holiday Care Package:
$484 (Jones Center)
$440 (Lower School & Middle School)
EDC Drop-in:
An EDC "Drop-in" is an opportunity for students to stay after school as a one-off schedule change. Parents can choose between two options: Drop-in until 4:30 PM or until 6:00 PM. Drop-ins can be scheduled up to two weeks in advance through the Extended Day Registration System. At least a 24-hour notice is requested. The Drop-in option is not available for AM EDC or on Holiday Care Package days.
Drop-in Pricing:
Daily rate until 4:30 PM $35
Daily rate until 6:00 PM $60
Delphi
Monday
Main Street Theater: 2:45-3:45 PM ($372)
Main Street Theater classes allow students to experience the creative process from inspiration to performance, learn the fundamentals of drama, focus on collaboration, take pride in the original plays they create, and foster a lifelong interest in the performing arts.
Tuesday
LEGO Engineering: 2:45-3:45 PM ($465)
Instructors from Building Brains use LEGO Duplo and K’NEX educational kits to build math and science skills with our youngest engineers. Our specially designed building kits have gears, levers and pulleys. Students build simple machines that really work, while building on motor skills and confidence. Students use colors, sizes and shapes to build simple machines and then perform scientific experiments to see how they work. Several new and exciting machines are built each day. Literacy skills are improved by memorizing poems with hand motions for gears, levers and pulleys that reinforce how they work and what they do.
Wednesday
Mad Science: 2:45-3:45 PM ($465)
Each week, young scientists will dive into exciting, hands-on experiments and group demonstrations that bring science to life. Led by our energetic and engaging "Mad Scientist", these classes are designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity, and make big scientific ideas feel totally accessible! Plus, children will take home a special project after each session so the fun (and learning!) can continue outside the lab.
Thursday
Hip Hop: 2:45-3:45 PM ($534)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital.
Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Imaginations at Work: 2:45-3:45 PM ($434)
Big stories start with little voices! In this imaginative class, young learners will become budding storytellers as they create and share their own tales, even before they can write them down. Through drawing, dictations, and playful prompts, children will explore characters, settings, and simple story structure in a way that feels natural and fun. They'll build confidence in language skills while also working on early literacy foundations like letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and beginning writing.
Friday
Creative Movement: 2:45-3:45 PM ($441)
Join our Dance instructors for a fun-filled class utilizing different types of creative movement! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital.
Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Spanish: 2:45-3:45 PM ($341)
Language Kids World is an immersive Spanish class that brings the world to your child with fun, engaging and innovative classes for children. This program incorporates fun with engaging hands-on activities, music, play, and much more! The focus of our program is to help children develop conversational skills. Children will play their way to becoming fluent in the target language through vocabulary acquisition, understanding sentence structures, and getting to use the language they are learning in a meaningful way.
PREKINDERGARTEN
Monday
Main Street Theater: 2:45-3:45 PM ($372)
Main Street Theater classes allow students to experience the creative process from inspiration to performance, learn the fundamentals of drama, focus on collaboration, take pride in the original plays they create, and foster a lifelong interest in the performing arts.
Cheerleading: 2:45-3:45 PM ($397)
Does your student have energy to spare and a love for cheering others on? In this spirited class, we will introduce students to the basics of cheerleading, including motions, jumps, and chants. It’s the perfect place to build confidence, teamwork, and enthusiasm in a fun and supportive environment!
Tuesday
LEGO Engineering: 2:45-3:45 PM ($465)
Instructors from Building Brains use LEGO Duplo and K’NEX educational kits to build math and science skills with our youngest engineers. Our specially designed building kits have gears, levers and pulleys. Students build simple machines that really work, while building on motor skills and confidence. Students use colors, sizes and shapes to build simple machines and then perform scientific experiments to see how they work. Several new and exciting machines are built each day. Literacy skills are improved by memorizing poems with hand motions for gears, levers and pulleys that reinforce how they work and what they do.
Creative Movement: 2:45-3:45 PM ($565)
Join our Dance instructors for a fun-filled class utilizing different types of creative movement! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Wednesday
Mad Science: 2:45-3:45 PM ($465)
Each week, young scientists will dive into exciting, hands-on experiments and group demonstrations that bring science to life. Led by our energetic and engaging "Mad Scientist", these classes are designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity, and make big scientific ideas feel totally accessible! Plus, children will take home a special project after each session so the fun (and learning!) can continue outside the lab.
Hip Hop: 2:45-3:45 PM ($565)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital.
Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Thursday
Imaginations at Work: 2:45-3:45 PM ($434)
Big stories start with little voices! In this imaginative class, young learners will become budding storytellers as they create and share their own tales, even before they can write them down. Through drawing, dictations, and playful prompts, children will explore characters, settings, and simple story structure in a way that feels natural and fun. They'll build confidence in language skills while also working on early literacy foundations like letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and beginning writing.
Karate: 2:45-3:45 PM ($489)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs.
Friday
Spanish: 2:45-3:45 PM ($341)
Language Kids World is an immersive Spanish class that brings the world to your child with fun, engaging and innovative classes for children. This program incorporates fun with engaging hands-on activities, music, play, and much more! The focus of our program is to help children develop conversational skills. Children will play their way to becoming fluent in the target language through vocabulary acquisition, understanding sentence structures, and getting to use the language they are learning in a meaningful way.
Little Geniuses Chess: 2:45-3:45 PM ($341)
Can preschoolers really learn chess? You bet they can! The Knight School Little Geniuses Chess Program is a preschool chess class with an ingenious curriculum designed to exactly target, stimulate, and delight the preschool mind. Our fun chess lessons of the week—“Think a Plan and Follow It,” “Cool Kids Lose Well,” “Friends Are Always There,” “Never, Ever Cheat,” I Must Never Give Up,” and another ten like those—are just what preschoolers need to hear and want to hear. These chess lessons for kids can last a lifetime. Every child receives their very own The Knight School chess set, chess board, chess pieces, and chess tote, which is quite a cute carpool sight as they proudly carry their chess set into Pre-K every chess day!
Kindergarten
Monday
Girls Hip Hop: 2:45-3:45 PM ($472)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital.
Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Lego Engineering: 3:30-4:30 PM ($444)
Instructors from Building Brains use LEGO Duplo and K’NEX educational kits to build math and science skills with our youngest engineers. Our specially designed building kits have gears, levers and pulleys. Students build simple machines that really work, while building on motor skills and confidence. Students use colors, sizes and shapes to build simple machines and then perform scientific experiments to see how they work. Several new and exciting machines are built each day. Literacy skills are improved by memorizing poems with hand motions for gears, levers and pulleys that reinforce how they work and what they do. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Tuesday
Boys Hip Hop: 2:45-3:45 PM ($565)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital.
Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Imaginations at Work:2:45-3:45 PM ($465)
Big stories start with little voices! In this imaginative class, young learners will become budding storytellers as they create and share their own tales, even before they can write them down. Through drawing, dictations, and playful prompts, children will explore characters, settings, and simple story structure in a way that feels natural and fun. They'll build confidence in language skills while also working on early literacy foundations like letter recognition, phonemic awareness, and beginning writing.
Chess Nuts: 3:30-4:30 PM ($555)
The Knight School brings Chess Nuts to AOS after school. This is a chess-song singing and fun introduction to chess. Chess Nuts puts on a high-energy, 45-minute chess practice in which kids play chess for Mardi Gras beads, compete weekly for one of 20 brightly-colored silicone wristbands, and look forward each week to 22 daily activities. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Wednesday
Karate: 2:45-3:45 PM ($520)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs.
Ballet/Jazz: 2:45-3:45 PM ($540)
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital.
Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.
Thursday
Spanish: 2:45-3:45 PM ($434)
Language Kids World is an immersive Spanish class that brings the world to your child with fun, engaging and innovative classes for children. This program incorporates fun with engaging hands-on activities, music, play, and much more! The focus of our program is to help children develop conversational skills. Children will play their way to becoming fluent in the target language through vocabulary acquisition, understanding sentence structures, and getting to use the language they are learning in a meaningful way.
Art: 2:45-3:45 PM ($434)
Tiny dot, big masterpieces! In this colorful art class, Kindergarteners will dive into the magical worlds or Pointalism and Impressionism. Inspired by artists like Georges Seurat and Claude Monet, students will experiment with creating pictures using dots, dabs, and soft brush strokes, just like the masters!
Friday
Cheerleading: 2:45-3:45 ($366)
Does your student have energy to spare and a love for cheering others on? In this spirited class, we will introduce students to the basics of cheerleading, including motions, jumps, and chants. It’s the perfect place to build confidence, teamwork, and enthusiasm in a fun and supportive environment!
Mad Science: 3:30-4:30 PM ($407) Each week, young scientists will dive into exciting, hands-on experiments and group demonstrations that bring science to life. Led by our energetic and engaging "Mad Scientist", these classes are designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity, and make big scientific ideas feel totally accessible! Plus, children will take home a special project after each session so the fun (and learning!) can continue outside the lab. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
First Grade
Monday
Art with Glassell Junior School: 3:30-4:30 PM ($372)
Join friends for an afternoon of creative fun! Sharpen your drawing skills, create bigger and better sculptures, paint a masterpiece, and get your hands in clay. Develop your skills and prepare to have fun!
Ballet/Jazz: 4:00-5:00 PM ($643)
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Tuesday
Spanish: 3:30-4:30 PM ($525)
Language Kids World is an immersive Spanish class that brings the world to your child with fun, engaging and innovative classes for children. This program incorporates fun with engaging hands-on activities, music, play, and much more! The focus of our program is to help children develop conversational skills. Children will play their way to becoming fluent in the target language through vocabulary acquisition, understanding sentence structures, and getting to use the language they are learning in a meaningful way. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Mad Science: 3:30-4:30 PM ($525)
Each week, young scientists will dive into exciting, hands-on experiments and group demonstrations that bring science to life. Led by our energetic and engaging "Mad Scientist", these classes are designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity, and make big scientific ideas feel totally accessible! Plus, children will take home a special project after each session so the fun (and learning!) can continue outside the lab. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Wednesday
Main Street Theater: 3:30-4:30 PM ($525)
Main Street Theater classes allow students to experience the creative process from inspiration to performance, learn the fundamentals of drama, focus on collaboration, take pride in the original plays they create, and foster a lifelong interest in the performing arts. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Karate: 4:00-5:00 PM ($640)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Thursday
Hip Hop: 4:00-5:00 PM ($646)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Imaginations at Work Creative Writing: 4:00-5:00 PM ($546)
Mrs. Katrib brings Imaginations at Work to AOS! Improve your child’s literacy skills, creativity and imagination through Imaginations at Work. During this class children are given the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities and learning experiences to build and improve vocabulary, narrative skills, and storytelling. This is a learning experience that builds self-confidence while empowering children to use their own creativity to stimulate their imaginations while building literacy skills. Mrs. Katrib enjoys inspiring children to use their imaginations while learning through meaningful activities. She enjoys sharing stories with children and listening to their own stories from their Imaginations at Work. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Friday
The Knight School Chess: 3:15-4:30 PM ($451)
Are you looking for an after school chess program that offers an amazing combination of chess lessons, laughter, and fun chess tournaments for kids? Welcome to The Knight School! In this kid-centered classroom environment, we teach our kids every cool trick, strategy, opening, and tactic in chessdom and our kids soon learn to love and master chess and to masterfully control their classrooms, sports fields, and home lives as well! Every child receives their very own The Knight School chess set, chess board, chess pieces, and chess tote. If you are looking for grandpa's silent, snooty, mandatory-chess-notation library, this is not the place. But if you are after a children’s chess club that will keep kids excited until the muse shows up with their chess epiphany, welcome to The Knight School!
Lyrical (Dance): 4:00-5:00 PM ($529)
This class invites students to explore the beautiful blend of ballet and jazz through expressive movement and storytelling. With a focus on grace, technique, and self-expression, students will build confidence while developing their own unique style. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Second Grade
Monday
Art with Glassell Junior School: 3:30-4:30 PM ($372)
Join friends for an afternoon of creative fun! Sharpen your drawing skills, create bigger and better sculptures, paint a masterpiece, and get your hands in clay. Develop your skills and prepare to have fun!
Mad Science: 3:30-4:30 PM ($520)
Each week, young scientists will dive into exciting, hands-on experiments and group demonstrations that bring science to life. Led by our energetic and engaging "Mad Scientist", these classes are designed to spark imagination, encourage curiosity, and make big scientific ideas feel totally accessible! Plus, children will take home a special project after each session so the fun (and learning!) can continue outside the lab.
Tuesday
Cooking: 3:30-4:30 PM ($505)
Wisk up the warmth of fall! In this hands-on cooking class from Cook, Learn, Grow, students will explore the delicious side of autumn as they create tasty treats and savory bites using seasonal stars like pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and more. With cozy aromas and colorful produce, it's a flavorful journey through the best of the season! Please note, only nut allergies are accommodated; we are unable to make adjustments for egg or gluten allergies.
Hip Hop: 4:00-5:00 PM ($685)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Wednesday
Main Street Theater: 3:30-4:30 PM ($525)
Main Street Theater classes allow students to experience the creative process from inspiration to performance, learn the fundamentals of drama, focus on collaboration, take pride in the original plays they create, and foster a lifelong interest in the performing arts. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Karate: 4:00-5:00 PM ($640)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Thursday
Imaginations at Work Creative Writing: 4:00-5:00 PM ($546)
Mrs. Katrib brings Imaginations at Work to AOS! Improve your child’s literacy skills, creativity and imagination through Imaginations at Work. During this class children are given the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities and learning experiences to build and improve vocabulary, narrative skills, and storytelling. This is a learning experience that builds self-confidence while empowering children to use their own creativity to stimulate their imaginations while building literacy skills. Mrs. Katrib enjoys inspiring children to use their imaginations while learning through meaningful activities. She enjoys sharing stories with children and listening to their own stories from their Imaginations at Work. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Spanish: 4:00-5:00 PM ($518)
Language Kids World is an immersive Spanish class that brings the world to your child with fun, engaging and innovative classes for children. This program incorporates fun with engaging hands-on activities, music, play, and much more! The focus of our program is to help children develop conversational skills. Children will play their way to becoming fluent in the target language through vocabulary acquisition, understanding sentence structures, and getting to use the language they are learning in a meaningful way. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Friday
Chess: 3:30-4:30 PM ($341)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics. Learning chess at a young age has been proven to help improve focus, strategy, and critical thinking.
Ballet & Jazz: 4:00-5:00 PM ($504)
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Third Grade
Monday
Art with Glassell Junior School: 3:30-4:30 PM ($372)
Join friends for an afternoon of creative fun! Sharpen your drawing skills, create bigger and better sculptures, paint a masterpiece, and get your hands in clay. Develop your skills and prepare to have fun!
Hip Hop: 4:00-5:00 PM ($520)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:30 PM.
Tuesday
Bucket Drumming: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall trimester. Instructor: Seth Rowoldt, AOS Faculty
Cooking: 3:30-4:30 PM ($505)
Wisk up the warmth of fall! In this hands-on cooking class from Cook, Learn, Grow, students will explore the delicious side of autumn as they create tasty treats and savory bites using seasonal stars like pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and more. With cozy aromas and colorful produce, it's a flavorful journey through the best of the season! Please note, only nut allergies are accommodated; we are unable to make adjustments for egg or gluten allergies.
Imaginations at Work: Creative Writing: 4:00-5:00 PM ($555)
Mrs. Katrib brings Imaginations at Work to AOS! Improve your child’s literacy skills, creativity and imagination through Imaginations at Work. During this class children are given the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities and learning experiences to build and improve vocabulary, narrative skills, and storytelling. This is a learning experience that builds self-confidence while empowering children to use their own creativity to stimulate their imaginations while building literacy skills. Mrs. Katrib enjoys inspiring children to use their imaginations while learning through meaningful activities. She enjoys sharing stories with children and listening to their own stories from their Imaginations at Work. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Wednesday
Main Street Theater: 3:30-4:30 PM ($465)
Main Street Theater classes allow students to experience the creative process from inspiration to performance, learn the fundamentals of drama, focus on collaboration, take pride in the original plays they create, and foster a lifelong interest in the performing arts. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Ballet & Jazz: 4:30-5:30 PM ($630)
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Thursday
LS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM
Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall trimester. Instructor: Seth Rowoldt, AOS Faculty
Spanish: 4:00-5:00 PM ($518)
Language Kids World is an immersive Spanish class that brings the world to your child with fun, engaging and innovative classes for children. This program incorporates fun with engaging hands-on activities, music, play, and much more! The focus of our program is to help children develop conversational skills. Children will play their way to becoming fluent in the target language through vocabulary acquisition, understanding sentence structures, and getting to use the language they are learning in a meaningful way. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Karate: 4:00-5:00 PM ($545)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Friday
Chess: 3:30-4:30 PM ($341)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics. Learning chess at a young age has been proven to help improve focus, strategy, and critical thinking.
Fencing: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Fencing is the sport of knights, pirates, and Jedi. Houston Sword Sports teaches students to move like a fencer, wield a sword, and compete with classmates. Every opponent is a new puzzle to solve, and every day students learn new ways to solve those puzzles. Fencing fosters creativity, self-discipline, physical and mental quickness, and good sportsmanship.
Fourth Grade
Monday
Tuesday
Bucket Drumming: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall trimester. Instructor: Seth Rowoldt, AOS Faculty
Imaginations at Work: Creative Writing: 4:00-5:00 PM ($555)
Mrs. Katrib brings Imaginations at Work to AOS! Improve your child’s literacy skills, creativity and imagination through Imaginations at Work. During this class children are given the opportunity to engage in a variety of activities and learning experiences to build and improve vocabulary, narrative skills, and storytelling. This is a learning experience that builds self-confidence while empowering children to use their own creativity to stimulate their imaginations while building literacy skills. Mrs. Katrib enjoys inspiring children to use their imaginations while learning through meaningful activities. She enjoys sharing stories with children and listening to their own stories from their Imaginations at Work. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Hip Hop: 4:00-5:00 PM ($655)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Wednesday
Main Street Theater: 3:30-4:30 PM ($465)
Main Street Theater classes allow students to experience the creative process from inspiration to performance, learn the fundamentals of drama, focus on collaboration, take pride in the original plays they create, and foster a lifelong interest in the performing arts. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 3:30 PM.
Thursday
LS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM
Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall trimester. Instructor: Seth Rowoldt, AOS Faculty
Fabric Arts: Nerdy Needlework: 3:45-4:45 PM ($434)
Unleash your creativity with Ms. Alicia as you design and create your own embroidery project from start to finish! Students will explore the many functions of the Cricut program, bring their unique designs to life on fabric, and learn the basics of embroidery stitching.
Karate: 4:00-5:00 PM ($545)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Ballet & Jazz: 4:00-5:00 PM ($565)
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Friday
Chess: 3:30-4:30 PM ($341)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics. Learning chess at a young age has been proven to help improve focus, strategy, and critical thinking.
Fencing: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Fencing is the sport of knights, pirates, and Jedi. Houston Sword Sports teaches students to move like a fencer, wield a sword, and compete with classmates. Every opponent is a new puzzle to solve, and every day students learn new ways to solve those puzzles. Fencing fosters creativity, self-discipline, physical and mental quickness, and good sportsmanship.
Fabric Arts: Crocheting: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Join friends in this creative class, taught by Coach Morris, our talented crocheting artist! This class isn’t just about making beautiful pieces, it’s also a great way for students to relax, destress, and boost self-esteem. Students who learn to crochet develop patience, perseverance, and problem-solving skills. Crocheting offers a platform for endless creativity! Students will feel empowered to express themselves through their unique designs and creations!
Fifth Grade
Monday
MS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Fine Art: 3:45-4:45 PM ($372)
Get creative with Mrs. Wise in the art studio! Students participate in traditional fine art methods such as pencil, acrylic, and pastel as well as experiment with non-traditional art materials and techniques such as poured paint, alcohol inks, paper-mache, recycled material creations, polymer clay, and so much more. Instructor: Meredith Wise, AOS Faculty
Tuesday
Bucket Drumming: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall trimester. Instructor: Seth Rowoldt, AOS Faculty
Chess: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics.
Wednesday
Chapel Choir: 8:30-9:00 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. The 5th Grade Quiz Bowl class will not be competing with the AOS Quiz Bowl Team. Instructor: TBD
Hip Hop: 4:00-5:00 PM ($565)
Students learn the basics of hip hop with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Thursday
MS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Fabric Arts: Nerdy Needlework: 3:45-4:45 PM ($434)
Unleash your creativity with Ms. Alicia as you design and create your own embroidery project from start to finish! Students will explore the many functions of the Cricut program, bring their unique designs to life on fabric, and learn the basics of embroidery stitching.
Karate: 4:00-5:00 PM ($545)
Sensei Jiran Walker has over 25 years of martial arts experience and is the current Texas State Champion. Sensei Walker enjoys sharing his knowledge and experience with the next generation and has taught in Houston since 1996. He focuses on self-growth and development with each student. His classes promote confidence, a positive self-image, and discipline. Please note that this registration includes an additional fee that will apply to uniforms and equipment, which will be provided based on each student's level and training needs. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Ballet & Jazz: 4:00-5:00 PM ($565)
Students learn the fundamentals of ballet and jazz with their favorite dance teachers! These students will learn and perform a dance for our year-end recital in May. The fall fee includes the recital and costume fee for the spring recital. Students must be enrolled in both the fall and spring semester in order to participate in the recital. To help families with this, we offer priority registration for this class for the spring.*This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM. *This cost includes EDC between school dismissal and the start of class at 4:00 PM.
Friday
MS Boys Chorus: 7:00-7:45 AM
The Middle School Boys Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Fencing: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Fencing is the sport of knights, pirates, and Jedi. Houston Sword Sports teaches students to move like a fencer, wield a sword, and compete with classmates. Every opponent is a new puzzle to solve, and every day students learn new ways to solve those puzzles. Fencing fosters creativity, self-discipline, physical and mental quickness, and good sportsmanship.
Fabric Arts: Crocheting: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Join friends in this creative class, taught by Coach Morris, our talented crocheting artist! This class isn’t just about making beautiful pieces, it’s also a great way for students to relax, destress, and boost self-esteem. Students who learn to crochet develop patience, perseverance, and problem-solving skills. Crocheting offers a platform for endless creativity! Students will feel empowered to express themselves through their unique designs and creations!
Sixth Grade
Monday
MS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Interpretation Club:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Interpretation Club is where students bring character, stories, and music to life! In this club, you'll learn to perform dramatic and humorous pieces as monologues or duet scenework while developing character portrayal skills. We focus on NSDA interpretation events including Dramatic, Humorous, and Duo Interpretation, as well as Poetry and Prose Reading, Impromptu, and even Lip Sync. Perfect for creative students who love storytelling and performance. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and we'll guide you through selecting pieces, developing characters, and mastering performance techniques. In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Natalie Gray, AOS Faculty
Uber Quiz Bowl: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Academic Quiz Bowl Teams compete across Houston, the state, and even nationally. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Rebecca Morgan, AOS faculty
Fine Art: 3:45-4:45 PM ($403)
Get creative with Mrs. Wise in the art studio! Students participate in traditional fine art methods such as pencil, acrylic, and pastel as well as experiment with non-traditional art materials and techniques such as poured paint, alcohol inks, paper-mache, recycled material creations, polymer clay, and so much more. Instructor: Meredith Wise, AOS Faculty
Tuesday
Lyft Quiz Bowl: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Academic Quiz Bowl Teams compete across Houston, the state, and even nationally. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Rebecca Morgan, AOS faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Public Speaking & Oratory Club: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Develop your voice and confidence in our Public Speaking & Oratory Club! This program focuses on crafting and delivering powerful speeches aligned with NSDA events like Original Oratory, Informative Speaking, and Extemporaneous Speaking. Students will learn to research topics, organize compelling arguments, and present with poise and conviction. Whether you're shy or outgoing, this club provides a supportive environment to develop essential communication skills that will benefit you throughout your academic journey. In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Alicia Mac, AOS Faculty
Chess: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics.
Wednesday
Chapel Choir: 8:30-9:00 AM (Student Club, Free)
Science Fair Challenge: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
In this hands-on class, students will explore the process of developing a science fair project, from setting up a logbook and forming a hypothesis to designing experiments and analyzing results. Guided by our 7th-grade science teacher, Mrs. Malikayil, students will learn how to document their findings and prepare engaging presentations. The session goal is for students to enter and proudly showcase their work in regional Science Fair competitions. This class is ideal for curious minds ready to experiment, explore, and shine! Instructor: Nessa Malikayil, AOS Faculty
Thursday
MS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Fabric Arts: Nerdy Needlework: 3:45-4:45 PM ($434)
Unleash your creativity with Ms. Alicia as you design and create your own embroidery project from start to finish! Students will explore the many functions of the Cricut program, bring their unique designs to life on fabric, and learn the basics of embroidery stitching. Instructor: Alicia Lee, AOS Extended Day Counselor
Friday
MS Boys Chorus: 7:00-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Boys Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Debate Club:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Sharpen your critical thinking in our Debate Club! This program introduces students to various NSDA debate formats including Big Questions, Public Forum, Lincoln-Douglas, and Congressional Debate. You'll learn how to research complex topics, construct logical arguments, anticipate opposing viewpoints, and think on your feet. Our supportive environment helps beginners develop debate fundamentals while honing research skills, logical reasoning, and respectful discourse. Join us to become a more confident, articulate, and analytical thinker! In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Alicia Mac, AOS Faculty
Fencing: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Fencing is the sport of knights, pirates, and Jedi. Houston Sword Sports teaches students to move like a fencer, wield a sword, and compete with classmates. Every opponent is a new puzzle to solve, and every day students learn new ways to solve those puzzles. Fencing fosters creativity, self-discipline, physical and mental quickness, and good sportsmanship.
Fabric Arts: Crocheting: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Join friends in this creative class! This class isn’t just about making beautiful pieces, it’s also a great way for students to relax, destress, and boost self-esteem. Students who learn to crochet develop patience, perseverance, and problem-solving skills. Crocheting offers a platform for endless creativity! Students will feel empowered to express themselves through their unique designs and creations!
Seventh Grade
Monday
National Speech & Debate Association: Interpretation Club:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Interpretation Club is where students bring character, stories, and music to life! In this club, you'll learn to perform dramatic and humorous pieces as monologues or duet scenework while developing character portrayal skills. We focus on NSDA interpretation events including Dramatic, Humorous, and Duo Interpretation, as well as Poetry and Prose Reading, Impromptu, and even Lip Sync. Perfect for creative students who love storytelling and performance. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and we'll guide you through selecting pieces, developing characters, and mastering performance techniques. In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Natalie Gray, AOS Faculty
Uber Quiz Bowl: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Academic Quiz Bowl Teams compete across Houston, the state, and even nationally. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Rebecca Morgan, AOS faculty
Fine Art: 3:45-4:45 PM ($403)
Get creative with Mrs. Wise in the art studio! Students participate in traditional fine art methods such as pencil, acrylic, and pastel as well as experiment with non-traditional art materials and techniques such as poured paint, alcohol inks, paper-mache, recycled material creations, polymer clay, and so much more. Instructor: Meredith Wise, AOS Faculty
Tuesday
Spanish Culture Club: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Spanish Culture Club is an engaging and interactive space for 7th and 8th grade students to explore the rich and diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The club goes beyond language learning to celebrate traditions, music, food, art, history, and daily life from countries across Latin America and Spain. Instructor: Luz Antolinez-Basto, AOS Faculty
Lyft Quiz Bowl: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Academic Quiz Bowl Teams compete across Houston, the state, and even nationally. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Rebecca Morgan, AOS faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Public Speaking & Oratory Club: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Develop your voice and confidence in our Public Speaking & Oratory Club! This program focuses on crafting and delivering powerful speeches aligned with NSDA events like Original Oratory, Informative Speaking, and Extemporaneous Speaking. Students will learn to research topics, organize compelling arguments, and present with poise and conviction. Whether you're shy or outgoing, this club provides a supportive environment to develop essential communication skills that will benefit you throughout your academic journey. In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Alicia Mac, AOS Faculty
MS Chorus: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Chess: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics.
Wednesday
Chapel Choir: 8:30-9:00 AM (Student Club, Free)
Science Fair Challenge: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
In this hands-on class, students will explore the process of developing a science fair project, from setting up a logbook and forming a hypothesis to designing experiments and analyzing results. Guided by our 7th-grade science teacher, Mrs. Malikayil, students will learn how to document their findings and prepare engaging presentations. The session goal is for students to enter and proudly showcase their work in regional Science Fair competitions. This class is ideal for curious minds ready to experiment, explore, and shine! Instructor: Nessa Malikayil, AOS Faculty
Thursday
MS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Advanced Fine Art Portfolio Building:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Students have an opportunity to work on independent artwork and prepare their portfolios for contests and high school applications. Instructor: Meredith Wise, AOS Faculty
Fabric Arts: Nerdy Needlework: 3:45-4:45 PM ($434)
Unleash your creativity with Ms. Alicia as you design and create your own embroidery project from start to finish! Students will explore the many functions of the Cricut program, bring their unique designs to life on fabric, and learn the basics of embroidery stitching. Instructor: Alicia Lee, AOS Extended Day Counselor
Friday
MS Boys Chorus: 7:00-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Boys Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Debate Club:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Sharpen your critical thinking in our Debate Club! This program introduces students to various NSDA debate formats including Big Questions, Public Forum, Lincoln-Douglas, and Congressional Debate. You'll learn how to research complex topics, construct logical arguments, anticipate opposing viewpoints, and think on your feet. Our supportive environment helps beginners develop debate fundamentals while honing research skills, logical reasoning, and respectful discourse. Join us to become a more confident, articulate, and analytical thinker! In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Alicia Mac, AOS Faculty
Fencing: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Fencing is the sport of knights, pirates, and Jedi. Houston Sword Sports teaches students to move like a fencer, wield a sword, and compete with classmates. Every opponent is a new puzzle to solve, and every day students learn new ways to solve those puzzles. Fencing fosters creativity, self-discipline, physical and mental quickness, and good sportsmanship.
Fabric Arts: Crocheting: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Join friends in this creative class! This class isn’t just about making beautiful pieces, it’s also a great way for students to relax, destress, and boost self-esteem. Students who learn to crochet develop patience, perseverance, and problem-solving skills. Crocheting offers a platform for endless creativity! Students will feel empowered to express themselves through their unique designs and creations!
Eighth Grade
Monday
Uber Quiz Bowl: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Academic Quiz Bowl Teams compete across Houston, the state, and even nationally. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Rebecca Morgan, AOS faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Interpretation Club:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Interpretation Club is where students bring character, stories, and music to life! In this club, you'll learn to perform dramatic and humorous pieces as monologues or duet scenework while developing character portrayal skills. We focus on NSDA interpretation events including Dramatic, Humorous, and Duo Interpretation, as well as Poetry and Prose Reading, Impromptu, and even Lip Sync. Perfect for creative students who love storytelling and performance. No experience needed—just bring your enthusiasm and we'll guide you through selecting pieces, developing characters, and mastering performance techniques. In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Natalie Gray, AOS Faculty
Fine Art: 3:45-4:45 PM ($403)
Get creative with Mrs. Wise in the art studio! Students participate in traditional fine art methods such as pencil, acrylic, and pastel as well as experiment with non-traditional art materials and techniques such as poured paint, alcohol inks, paper-mache, recycled material creations, polymer clay, and so much more. Instructor: Meredith Wise, AOS Faculty
Tuesday
Spanish Culture Club: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Spanish Culture Club is an engaging and interactive space for 7th and 8th grade students to explore the rich and diverse cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. The club goes beyond language learning to celebrate traditions, music, food, art, history, and daily life from countries across Latin America and Spain. Instructor: Luz Antolinez-Basto, AOS Faculty
Lyft Quiz Bowl: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Quiz Bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. The defining feature of Quiz Bowl is the use of a buzzer system that lets players interrupt the reading of a question when they know the answer. This element adds a dimension of confidence, anticipation, and rapid recall to a game about knowing facts. Academic Quiz Bowl Teams compete across Houston, the state, and even nationally. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Rebecca Morgan, AOS faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Public Speaking & Oratory Club: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Develop your voice and confidence in our Public Speaking & Oratory Club! This program focuses on crafting and delivering powerful speeches aligned with NSDA events like Original Oratory, Informative Speaking, and Extemporaneous Speaking. Students will learn to research topics, organize compelling arguments, and present with poise and conviction. Whether you're shy or outgoing, this club provides a supportive environment to develop essential communication skills that will benefit you throughout your academic journey. In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Alicia Mac, AOS Faculty
MS Chorus: 7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Chess: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
Game Think offers chess lessons to students of all skill levels and encourages fair and friendly play. On day one, overall skill is assessed, and students are placed into appropriate groups. The following lessons ensure that every student has a solid grasp of the fundamentals of chess: piece movement, piece value, setting up the board, and basic algebraic notation. From there, students learn basic checkmates, opening strategies, and tactics.
Wednesday
Chapel Choir: 8:30-9:00 AM (Student Club, Free)
Science Fair Challenge: 3:45-4:45 PM ($465)
In this hands-on class, students will explore the process of developing a science fair project, from setting up a logbook and forming a hypothesis to designing experiments and analyzing results. Guided by our 7th-grade science teacher, Mrs. Malikayil, students will learn how to document their findings and prepare engaging presentations. The session goal is for students to enter and proudly showcase their work in regional Science Fair competitions. This class is ideal for curious minds ready to experiment, explore, and shine! Instructor: Nessa Malikayil, AOS Faculty
Thursday
MS Chorus:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
Advanced Fine Art Portfolio Building:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Students have an opportunity to work on independent artwork and prepare their portfolios for contests and high school applications. Instructor: Meredith Wise, AOS Faculty
Fabric Arts: Nerdy Needlework: 3:45-4:45 PM ($434)
Unleash your creativity with Ms. Alicia as you design and create your own embroidery project from start to finish! Students will explore the many functions of the Cricut program, bring their unique designs to life on fabric, and learn the basics of embroidery stitching. Instructor: Alicia Lee, AOS Extended Day Counselor
Friday
MS Boys Chorus: 7:00-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
The Middle School Boys Chorus is a non-audition vocal ensemble open to all skill levels. The Chorus learns proper vocal technique, ear training, sight-singing, and performance skills. The repertoire is very diverse, ranging from classical to contemporary music. Student Clubs are a full-year commitment, and registration opens only for the fall semester. Instructor: Ray Rhoads, AOS Faculty
National Speech & Debate Association: Debate Club:
7:05-7:45 AM (Student Club, Free)
Sharpen your critical thinking in our Debate Club! This program introduces students to various NSDA debate formats including Big Questions, Public Forum, Lincoln-Douglas, and Congressional Debate. You'll learn how to research complex topics, construct logical arguments, anticipate opposing viewpoints, and think on your feet. Our supportive environment helps beginners develop debate fundamentals while honing research skills, logical reasoning, and respectful discourse. Join us to become a more confident, articulate, and analytical thinker! In person Saturday competitions throughout the school year. Instructor: Alicia Mac, AOS Faculty
Fencing: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Fencing is the sport of knights, pirates, and Jedi. Houston Sword Sports teaches students to move like a fencer, wield a sword, and compete with classmates. Every opponent is a new puzzle to solve, and every day students learn new ways to solve those puzzles. Fencing fosters creativity, self-discipline, physical and mental quickness, and good sportsmanship.
Fabric Arts: Crocheting: 3:45-4:45 PM ($341)
Join friends in this creative class! This class isn’t just about making beautiful pieces, it’s also a great way for students to relax, destress, and boost self-esteem. Students who learn to crochet develop patience, perseverance, and problem-solving skills. Crocheting offers a platform for endless creativity! Students will feel empowered to express themselves through their unique designs and creations!
Private Music Lessons
AOS offers private voice and instrument lessons after school. Availability for these lessons will depend on the interest of our families. When selecting either private voice or private instrument lessons during registration, you are adding your child's name to our waitlist. You will be contacted to schedule a lesson time only if an instructor has availability. Most instructor schedules are set in the fall for full-year lessons.
Private Lessons is a commitment to your child’s growing talent:
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Private Music Lessons are a full-year commitment
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Registration opens only for the fall semester; after the fall registration deadline, lessons may only be added if a space becomes available.
We are confident your child will have a fulfilling experience in our music program, and lessons are structured as a full-year commitment. However, we understand that circumstances may change.
- Kindergarten-5th Grade Cancellation Periods: There are two designated periods for cancellations, during which a $50 cancellation fee per child will apply.
- Fall Cancellation: July 2 – September 10. This is for canceling lessons that take place September-December.
- Spring Cancellation: November 13 – January 20. This is for canceling lessons that take place January-May.
- Please note that outside of these periods, lesson fees are nonrefundable and nontransferable for the semester.
6th-8th Grade Private Music Lessons:
Middle School students involved in athletic teams should understand that lessons may conflict with athletic practice and game schedules. Our lesson make-up policy does not include make-ups for missed lessons due to athletic practices and parents are still responsible for the cost of lessons through the entire trimester.
- Due to Athletic conflicts, 6th-8th grade lessons will be setup on trimesters: fall, winter, spring.
- 6th-8th Grade Cancellation Periods: There are three designated periods for cancellations, during which a $50 cancellation fee per child will apply.
- Fall Cancellation: July 2 – September 10. This is for canceling lessons that take place in the fall trimester.
- Winter Cancellation: October 31 - November 10. This is for canceling lessons that take place in the Winter Trimester.
- Spring Cancellation: February 16 - 23. This is for canceling lessons that take place in the Spring Trimester.
Pick-Up and Drop-Off for Lessons
We’re here to make your pick-up and drop-off smooth and to keep you informed about your child’s journey!
- Lesson directly after Dismissal? If your child's lesson is within 30 minutes of their classroom dismissal, they’ll be taken directly to EDC. Instructors will collect students for the 3:15 & 3:45 PM lesson from there.
- Later Lesson? If the lesson starts more than 30 minutes after dismissal, your child will head to their regular school carpool unless they are registered for EDC on their lesson day.
- EDC Students: For those enrolled in EDC, students will be brought back after their lesson.
We have a make-up lesson policy that limits the reasons why a family or instructor is able to schedule a make-up for a missed lesson. Payment for Private Music Lessons will now be billed through the Extended Day Registration website as a semester charge and payment plans are available.
Cello Lessons: 2nd-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
Guitar Lessons: 2nd-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
Percussion or Drum Lessons: 2nd-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
Piano Lessons: Kindergarten-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
Violin Lessons: 2nd-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
Voice Lessons: 2nd-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
Ukulele Lessons: 2nd-8th
Cost: $45/30-minute lesson
UCAL
Fall Soccer
For questions about the UCAL program, please reach out to our campus administrators: Sonia Garcia, srgarcia@aoshouston.org or Christian Begg, cbegg@aoshouston.org.
- Registration Opens: May 7 at 11:00 AM through the Extended Day Registration Website
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Registration Closes: July 1
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Cost: $210/child (includes a team jersey, team photo, and a trophy or a medal)
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Parent Volunteer Coaches Needed
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Season Dates: September 7 - October 26
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Games begin in September, date TBD.
K-5th Grade
UCAL Fall Soccer is open to students in K-5th grade. The practice & game schedule is as follows:
- K: practices are on Tuesdays at AGOC after 4:30 PM for 45 minutes. Games are on Saturdays, location TBD.
- 1st-5th grade: practices are on Saturday mornings at AOS. Games are held Mon-Thurs at at TBD location.
Each team must have at least two coaches. Please consider volunteering! Parents may sign up as volunteer coaches through the Extended Day registration website during the registration of their child.