General Registration for Spring session is now closed.
There are a some programs that have a few remaining spots open. Descriptions and a link to register is posted below.
Families will receive their students Spring schedules via email from hfagans@stjsd.org by March 4th. If you did not receive a schedule please check your spam box first and then reach out to Heather if you still can't find it.
Reminders about CatCH
Our Spring session will run March 9th-May 29th. Unless you hear otherwise, we will not meet on early-release and teacher-inservice days.
Afternoons begin with a snack at 2:45 pm and continue with "choice time" (indoor or outdoor recess). This time is followed by specific 1-hour activities that families chose during registration. Each activity is a weekly commitment, and students should only enroll if they are interested. We cannot provide general childcare for students who are not interested in the activity.
A late bus is available for those who need it. A route and schedule will be posted below by March 6th. For parent pick-up, please use the front loop between 4:45pm and 5:00 pm.
Groups are sometimes off campus. If you need to pick up your student before 4:45, please call or text us using the phone # at the bottom of this page. If you don't call ahead of time, you may have to wait a while for your child.
*Titles and descriptions below also appear on the rolling registration form itself. See link below to register.
Zumba Jr. (GRADES 3-5): Zumba Jr. is a high-energy, kid-friendly dance fitness class set to upbeat music and easy-to-follow moves. Students will have fun staying active while building confidence and coordination. No dance experience needed! Students will also have the chance to show off their new skills at the Spring Showcase.
Financial Literacy (GRADES 6-8): This afterschool class helps students build real-world money skills they can use now and in the future. Through hands-on activities, simulations, and group discussions, students learn how families earn, spend, save, and plan for their financial goals. Students explore budgeting at different stages of life, learning how to track income and expenses, balance needs versus wants, and plan for unexpected costs. Lessons on saving and investing show how money can grow over time, introducing ideas like compound interest, risk, and long-term planning in an age-appropriate way. The program also connects financial choices to career exploration, helping students understand how education, skills, and interests influence income and lifestyle. By the end of the program, students will feel more confident talking about money, understand how everyday financial decisions affect families, and have practical tools for making thoughtful choices as they grow.
Karaoke (GRADES 6-8): Middle School Karaoke is a fun, low-pressure space where students can grab the mic, sing along to popular, age-appropriate songs, and build their confidence. Whether performing solo or with friends, students will practice reading lyrics, timing, and expression while having a great time. From crowd favorites to personal picks, this program is all about self-expression, creativity, and fun.
Community Arts (GRADES 3-5): The talented teaching artists of Catamount Arts will guide students through a variety of creative and hands-on art projects, inspiring imagination and self-expression in every session.
Chess Club (GRADES 3-5): New to chess? No problem! This intro class is perfect for kids who want to learn the basics of chess...how the pieces move, simple strategies, and fun ways to play. Join us to develop your thinking skills, make new friends, and enjoy the game step by step!
Afterschool Workzone (GRADES 5-8): The AWZ is a quiet, comfortable space to get homework support and feel a sense of community. Students can drop-in as needed or attend every Thursday. Either way, registration is required.
Nutrition (GRADES 6-8): Get ready for Club Rec‘s Nutrition & Cooking program! We’ll introduce students to the basics of healthy eating and simple cooking skills in a fun, hands-on environment. Breakfast smoothies, afterschool snacks and healthy treat options are just the beginning as we explore kitchen safety, food preparation, and meal planning. Students build confidence in the kitchen and learn lifelong, healthy habits in a supportive setting.
Too Smart to Start (GRADES 6-8): Too Smart to Start is a prevention-based club that empowers middle school students to build confidence, make positive choices, and support themselves and others. Through active and creative activities, students will grow their self-esteem, practice problem-solving skills, and explore ways to stand up for their rights and the rights of others. Participants will strengthen their ability to make healthy decisions and learn strategies for successfully navigating the changing environments of school and home. Using art projects, games, cooperative activities, and guided conversations, the program creates a safe, inclusive space where every student is welcomed, valued, and encouraged to share their voice. Too Smart to Start helps students build skills for today while strengthening the foundation for healthy choices in the future.
Onward: The Technology that Shaped Human History at the Fairbanks Museum (GRADES 3-5): Across centuries and civilizations, technological innovation has been the single driving force behind human advancement and societal development. In this class, we'll discuss the science behind centuries-old and modern technologies, the historical context that necessitated their innovation, and their long-term implications.