Enrichment Clubs: Winter 2026

Mondays, Grades 1-5

Lugh Hudson

Chess Club is a chance for kids to learn the game of chess or improve on their existing skills. Each day, we will learn new strategies and play games against each other, culminating in a tournament later in the semester. Open to students in grades 1-5.

Mondays, Grades 2-5

A Fabulous 5th Grader!

Let's learn about magic and practice some magic tricks together! This club is led by one of our 5th grade students and YOU! Open to students in grades 2-5.

Mondays, Grades 1-5

Lisa Sullivan

Library club is a chance for students to explore the library in a small setting and have individual reading time in an independent setting. Each week we will begin by sharing a story together, then students will be allowed to explore the library and read. We will finish the club day by doing small projects about what they read. Students may also elect to create a book or write their own poetry during this time. Open to grades 1-5.

Mondays, Grades 3-5

Annie Wood

Creative Writing Club will be a place for students to have fun writing, reading, and sharing our word creations. We will explore a variety of creative games, projects, and activities (or just have some quiet time to read and write if you choose). Bring your silly and your spooky, your funny and your fantastic, and don't forget your sense of mystery and adventure! Open to students in 3rd-5th grades, or possibly some very motivated 2nd grade writers.

Tuesdays, Grades 3-5

Hannah Kristek

Flying is amazing! In this class you'll learn what pilots need to know when flying airplanes. Yes, you'll learn what makes planes fly and test paper airplanes to see how well they fly, but you'll also learn about aviation history, weather, and maps. Open to students in grades 3-5.

Tuesdays, Grades 2-4

Liz Byrne

Each week we'll do a craft or game inspired by the world of Harry Potter. Here are some things we might do: design and decorate our own wands, take quizzes to be sorted into a Hogwarts House, draw our favorite characters, learn to play "wizard's chess" (regular chess + imagination), maybe even try out Quidditch as the weather gets nicer. You don't need to read all the books to join! You just need to love Harry Potter... there's still time to start reading the books over winter break! Open to 2nd-4th graders (or possibly some serious 5th grade HP fans!).

Wednesdays, Grades 2-5

Lugh Hudson

Come learn about the process of creating zines and short comic books, and create your own. Put your creative ideas to paper! Open to students in grades 2-5.

Wednesdays, Grades 1-5

Keaveny Magennis

Always feeling like there's never enough time to build your dream lego creations? In Lego Club you'll have the chance to work on a long term lego project. We'll decide on a theme, and then work on individual projects that come together to form a larger construction. Bring your ideas and creativity, or old lego kits! Open to lego lovers in grades 1-5.

Wednesdays, Grades 4-5

TBD

In Art Studio this winter, we will primarily focus on drawing and painting. Each week, we will take out some supplies and explore. We will also create our own still life creations, and then sketch and/or paint them. Interested students can also begin adding to our Leeds 'Welcome' mural. Open to students in grades 4-5 (or possibly some very motivated 3rd grade artists).

Thursdays *2:15-3:15*, Grades 2-5

Kevin Noble, Katie Gratto

Being part of a choral ensemble offers very unique learning opportunities. During our rehearsal time, we will prepare music for various performances throughout the season. The students will learn how to sing with proper technique and sound. Most importantly, they will work together as a team to craft a beautiful and unified choral sound. Open to grades 2-5.

Thursdays *3:15-4:15*, Grades 4-5

Emma Lodge

Supporting Stars (formerly known as Bridge Builders) is a collaborative space to build and practice conflict mediation skills. Participants will build community through collaborative games and learn and practice creative problem solving and listening skills that can be used in all parts of their lives. Later in the winter and spring, students from this club will have the chance to work as student support helpers at Late Bird and Recess! Open to students in grades 4-5. Please note that this club runs from 3:15-4:15pm. If you sign your child up for this club, please plan on picking your child up no earlier than 4:15pm on Thursdays.

Thursdays, Grades 3-5

Scott Fitzmeyer

Do you have stories to tell about what's happening here at Leeds, or want to help others share their stories? Join our newspaper club to create more editions of our very own school newspaper - The Leeds Leopard! Stories, interviews, investigations, the funny pages... we do it all! Open to students in grades 3-5 (or very motivated 2nd graders).

Thursdays, Grades 3-5

Meg Pelis

In Puzzle Club we will work on various types of puzzles: jigsaw, keva planks, word puzzles, etc. We will learn various strategies to complete puzzles and build critical thinking strategies, problem solving skills, and perseverance. Open to students in grades 3-5.

Fridays, Grades 2-5

Keaveny Magennis

Do you like going outside, and don't mind the cold? Curious about the natural world around you? Join the Forest Friends Club—a place for nature lovers, adventurers, and future earth-keepers! Together, we’ll learn outdoor skills, discover what lives in the woods, and find out how we can care for the planet! From tree tops to rocks—we’ll ask big questions, make exciting discoveries, and spend time outside whenever we can (as long as it's above 25 degrees and not too rainy/snowy/windy)! Open to students in grades 2-5. Must have sufficient winter gear and layers- contact us if you need help getting warm gloves, boots, hat, etc. for your child.

Fridays, Grades 3-5

Lugh Hudson

Magic the Gathering (MtG) is a card game where you play as an array of fantasy roles and monsters, and compete against other players! This game is similar to the Pokémon Trading Card Game. This club is a chance to learn the game or help teach the game to friends. If you have a MtG deck, feel free to bring it. Open to students in grades 3-5.

Fridays, Grades 2-5

Kelsy Catlett

Step into Catlett’s Fantastic Friday Fun & Drama Club, where creativity, comedy, and confidence take center stage! Each Friday afternoon, students in grades 2–5 join Mrs. Catlett for a whirlwind of skits, scenes, silliness, and stage skills. Kids will play hilarious theater games, create characters, act out mini-performances, and learn how to let their imaginations run wild. It’s the perfect end-of-week brain break—full of friendship, fun, and a touch of flair! No experience needed. All of the fun, none of the pressure. Open to students in 2nd-5th grade!