School Life

After School Program

The Calvary Christian School After School Program is offered to enrolled students in Transitional Kindergarten through eighth grade. There are 3 sessions during the school year. Classes will be offered Monday through Friday.  ASP runs from 3:00 to 4:15 pm, and a snack is provided. A variety of classes are offered including sports, homework clubs, Accelerated Reader, performing arts and technology programs, chess, Lego robotics, and more! Classes are an hour long, with carpool beginning at 4:15 and ending at 4:30. You can pick up your child in the upper driveway by the field/library at 4:15. For additional childcare until 5:00 p.m. or on non-program days, please register for Cougar Club.

Please contact Shay Talboys with any questions.

Scroll down for class descriptions and registration 

Monday 
Clay Art: Magical Mini Worlds
Teacher: Ms. Daniela 
Grade levels: TK-4th
Experience a whimsical adventure of sculpting miniature worlds using Model Magic clay, wood pieces, moss, and an array of other delightful materials. Dive into a realm of creativity as you craft tiny landscapes, adorable creatures, and magical elements to bring your own mini-worlds to life! Learn to sculpt tiny animals and explore different poses, expressions, and textures for your mini-creatures. Students will sculpt miniature plants and flowers using natural materials to create lifelike landscapes and then learn how to enhance their mini-worlds using mixed-media techniques.
 
Homework Club
Teacher: Mrs. Parks (2nd grade teacher)
Grade levels: 1st-5th
Finish the school year strong! Homework Club helps students get a head start on their homework for the week! This is a time and place where your children can work on their daily homework assignments and/or weekly homework packets with teacher help as needed. Students complete their work in a focused, yet relaxed, environment. They can also read (and have reading logs signed), practice math facts, and work on longer-term projects while having the opportunity to ask questions and get support. All subject areas are welcome! 
Please note: this is not one-on-one private tutoring. 
 
Showtime-Basketball 
Teacher: Coach Coffey (PE teacher)
Grade levels: TK-5th
Basketball season is here! Kids will have the opportunity to learn, practice, play, and improve their basketball skills. First timers are welcome! This class is for those who enjoy the fun of playing the game!
Maximum 25 participants.
 
Tuesday

Primetime- Football
Teacher: Coach Coffey (PE teacher)
Grade levels: TK-5th
Football season is here! Kids will have the opportunity to learn, practice, play, and improve their (Flag) Football skills. First timers are welcome! This class is for those who enjoy the fun of playing the game!
Maximum 25 participants.
 
Painting with Markers
Teacher: Mr. Ruff (Art teacher)
Grade levels: TK–5th
Unleash your creativity and discover the joy of painting with paint pens and markers! Students will explore bold colors, fun patterns, and imaginative designs as they learn how to create eye-catching artwork on a variety of surfaces. Experiment with different techniques such as layering, outlining, pointillism, and blending to bring your ideas to life. Young artists will design and create their own unique masterpieces while building confidence in their artistic voice. 
 
Wednesday

Lego Builders
Teacher: Ms. Venegas (School psychologist)
Grade levels: TK–3rd
Calling all master builders! Each week, students will take on exciting Lego building challenges from designing the tallest tower, fastest car, and strongest bridge to creating magical kingdoms, mazes, and even their own mini-cities. Builders will work both independently and in teams to bring their ideas to life, using creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. We’ll even have fun “build-offs” and end-of-session showcases where students can share their favorite creations. This is the perfect class for kids who love to build, imagine, and create with Legos!
 
Chess Club
Teacher: Mr. Ruff (Art teacher)
Grade levels: 1st-8th
Chess teaches students how to analyze, to plan and to perform, both over the board and in real life. Students learn how to concentrate, how to think ahead, how to solve complex problems, and how to make difficult decisions—all valuable life skills.
CCS Cougars Cheerleading Squad
Teacher: Michelle Boehle (Cheer Mania)
Grade levels: 1st-5th
Calling all cheerleaders, gymnasts, performers and anyone with SCHOOL SPIRIT! Get ready to shake your pom poms and cheer for your team! Cheerleaders will learn proper cheer technique, create official Calvary school cheers, work on teamwork, while mastering stunts, tumbling and having a BLAST! Possible performances include Spirit Day and performing at a sports game!
 
Thursday

The Art of Expression 
Teacher: Ms. Sarah (PS2 assistant)
Grade levels: 1st-6th
Students will learn the joy and art of self expression through writing and performance. Students will explore various aspects of creative writing and learn how to develop the stories they want to tell, approach poetry and prose with confidence, and find their creative voices. They will also use improv and theater games to gain confidence in performance and public speaking.
 
Cobra Kai- Kickball
Teacher: Coach Coffey (PE teacher)
Grade levels: TK-5th
Kickball season is here! Kids will have the opportunity to learn, practice, play, and improve their kickball skills. First timers are welcome! This class is for those who enjoy the fun of playing the game!
Maximum 25 participants.
 
Montes Gymnastics 
Coaches: Hugo montes, Gisselle Gordon and Rachel Dubon 
Grade levels: TK-5 grade
This after-school gymnastics program is taught by the same coaches as our beloved preschool enrichment class. It is a mixed levels class teaching gymnastics fundamentals including handstands, cartwheels, strength, flexibility, body control and agility. This mixed age groups is designed to be an obstacle course challenge where all children learn gymnastics fundamentals. Class participants learn balance beam, bars, floor and vault gymnastics skills. Children with prior gymnastics experience receive skill progression challenges to keep all levels engaged, such as back walk overs and other gymnastics intermediate level skills. 
Please note: The class fee is $375. 
 
Friday
Test-Taking & Executive Functioning Skills (5th-8th)
Teacher: Ms. Venegas (School psychologist)
Grade levels: 5th–8th
This course provides middle school students with direct instruction in advanced test-taking strategies and executive functioning development. Success in academic settings requires not only content knowledge, but also strategic planning, cognitive flexibility, sustained attention, and effective time management.
In this class, students will learn:
  • How to approach different question types strategically
  • Time management during tests
  • Breaking down multi-step word problems
  • Active reading and annotation strategies
  • Process of elimination & educated guessing
  • Managing test anxiety and staying focused
  • Organization and planning skills
  • Self-monitoring and checking work effectively
Instruction will include modeling, guided practice with sample questions, self-reflection on strategy use, and application of skills to independent problem-solving. This course is strategy-driven rather than content-focused and is intended to promote academic independence, confidence, and transferable executive functioning skills that support success in all academic settings.
Please note: No class April 3rd (Good Friday holiday & April 10 (spring break). Make-up classes will be held on May 1st from 12-1pm (early dismissal for Grandparents & Special Friends Day) & May 22nd from 12-1pm (early dismissal for Memorial Day weekend).
The Sandlot- Baseball
Teacher: Coach Coffey (PE teacher)
Grade levels: TK-5th
Baseball season is here! Kids will have the opportunity to learn, practice, play, and improve their baseball skills. First-timers are welcome! This class is for those who enjoy the fun of playing the game!
Maximum 25 participants.
Please note: No class April 3rd (Good Friday holiday & April 10 (spring break). Make-up classes will be held on May 1st from 12-1pm (early dismissal for Grandparents & Special Friends Day) & May 22nd from 12-1pm (early dismissal for Memorial Day weekend). 
 
Palisades Breakers Lacrosse
Teacher: Dayton Gilbreath- Palisades Breakers Director, United States Air Force Academy Grad
Grade levels: K-6th
Lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country, combining speed, coordination, and teamwork. Students will learn stick handling, passing, catching, shooting, and game concepts through fun drills and games. No prior experience is needed—this is a great introduction to the sport in a fun, supportive environment. All equipment is provided. Top lacrosse coaches from across Los Angeles will participate, making this a wonderful opportunity to learn the game from exceptional instructors.
Minimum 12 participants. 
Please note: No class April 3rd (Good Friday holiday & April 10 (spring break). Make-up classes will be held on May 1st from 12-1pm (early dismissal for Grandparents & Special Friends Day) & May 22nd from 12-1pm (early dismissal for Memorial Day weekend). 








 

ASP Dates

Our three ASP Sessions for the 2025-2026 school year:
  • Session 1 begins September 8th 
    • 10-week session, most classes are $315
  • Session 2 begins January 12th
    • 8-week session, most classes are $250
  • Session 3 begins March 23rd
    • 8-week session, most classes are $250

Cougar Club is offered Monday through Friday!

Cougar Club is offered as a flexible after-school program for TK-8th Grade students. Cougar Club provides after-school care Monday through Friday until 5:00. This is the perfect opportunity for children to do homework and have some extra study time on an as-needed basis. Please note, there will be adult supervision and some homework help, but tutoring services will not be provided during Cougar Club.  Younger children and older children will be in designated areas to allow for study time and play time in age-appropriate ways. You can buy a Cougar Club Pass for each trimester for $550 per child. We hope this eases the afternoon schedule for working parents and those who have children participating in different activities. Please contact Ale Gomez with any questions.  Click link below to register now.


3rd Trimester Cougar Club Pass
 
 
           
 
 
 


Calvar-E-Leagues function like a team sport, with participation and commitments similar to athletics. Students will be expected to attend practices, work together, and contribute as part of a team. 
 
Led by E-Leagues Director Amy Heppe and coaches Brad Rapo and Alessandra Bird, Calvar-e-Leagues give students the chance to build meaningful communities within CCS while developing important life skills such as:
  • leadership
  • resilience
  • responsible participation
  • social skills
  • teamwork
  • community building through common interests
  • strategic thinking
  • problem-solving
  • social-emotional skills
  • digital literacy
  • sportsmanship
Offerings will include:
Mondays 3:05-4:30
Battle of the Bots, 3rd-8th: Coach Rapo
If you are familiar with the BattleBot competition and  TV show, you know only one bot survives! Welcome to the CCS version, divided into two options: Lego Robotics for 3rd-5th and Vex Robotics for 6th-8th. Competitors work in teams to create both offensive and defensive construction, programming, and strategies to use on the competition table, but look out for the pitfalls! Multiple informal competitions lead to a final showdown in front of the school. Why robotics?
Spring, 1x a week
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Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:05-4:30
Rocket League, 6-8th: Coach Bernardino (Bird)
Often described as “soccer with cars”, Rocket League is a fantastical sport-based esport. It features a competitive game based on teamwork and outmaneuvering opponents. Since we work in teams of three, we will run multiple small teams within our team practices. Benefits of competitive esports for students
Spring, 2xs a week
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Wednesdays 3:05-4:30 
Drone Soccer, 5th-8th: Coach Rapo
Drone Soccer is a fast-growing team sport where students fly small drones that are enclosed inside a lightweight protective cage. The cage allows drones to safely bump into each other, the arena walls, and the goal structure during play. Two teams compete inside a netted arena. Each team has several defensive players and one offensive player called the Striker. Only the Striker can score by flying their drone through a raised circular goal. After a goal is scored, teams quickly reset and continue play, making matches fast-paced and strategic. Why Drones?
Beyond the excitement, drone soccer is designed to teach STEM skills.
Spring, 1x a week
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