Thursday (K-5)

STEP (Structured Time for Enrichment and Play) is a fun, safe place for kids to relax after school with a mix of structured activities, creative projects, and time to just play. We keep things simple and supportive—kids can build, create, play, or chill out with friends. It’s dependable care that feels like a natural extension of their school day.

Grades K - 2 

Minimum 4 students 

Maximum 10 students

Debbie Goldman - dgoldman@mandeljds.org 

Nexplore Magic Explorers invites students on a captivating journey to build their self-confidence, empathy, and grit. Using engaging Magic Activity Packs (MAPs), students explore a variety of mystical challenges, including magic tricks, arts and crafts, and enriching lessons. Each of the MAPs holds the Keys of Magic to “Make it Fun”, “Think of Others”, and “Give Your Best”. Students discover tips to prepare, perform, and create magic tricks. Guided by skilled instructors, they develop practical magician skills and learn to approach everything with care and courage. Each lesson empowers students to perform their new tricks and share their magical talents!

**PLEASE READ! - The registration link will take you to all the programs Nexplor is offering at Mandel. Just scroll to find the correct program.**

Grades 1 - 3

Minimum 8 students 

Maximum 20 students

STARTS FEBRUARY 5

Join our brand-new 3–5 Show Choir and experience the joy of singing, movement, and performance! Students will learn fun, age-appropriate repertoire while building confidence, teamwork, and musical skills. The season will culminate in an exciting show in May (date TBA). Directed by Abby Berkowitz and Tali Singer, this ensemble is perfect for any young performer ready to shine on stage! 

Grades 3 - 5

Abby Berkowitz- aberkowitz@mandeljds.org

Tali Singer - tsinger@mandeljds.org 

In Minecraft: Education Edition, students dig into the world of Minecraft and develop valuable academic skills through interactive lessons. Using the fun, familiar Minecraft game students learn Language Arts, STEM, Chemistry, Math, History, and more. Whether a student is new to Minecraft or has played before, they get lost in captivating lessons that cover a wide range of learning applications and expand beyond the classroom and into the virtual world!

**PLEASE READ! - The registration link will take you to all the programs Nexplor is offering at Mandel. Just scroll to find the correct program.**

Grades 3 - 5 

Minimum 8 students 

Maximum 20 students

This isn't your grandpa's boring old chess club, this is your school's official chess team and chess party! We have created tons of super-fun teaching methods, including fast, action-packed chess games, puzzles for prizes, hilarious lessons, "tactics bands" kids can collect, and much more! Whether you're brand new to chess or already a pro, there's plenty to love as we laugh and learn and play our way to becoming devastatingly good at chess!

Grades K - 5

Ben Rowan - ben@theknightschool.com