CalendarLawton is buzzing with activities both before and after school, which is truly a sign of a healthy, happy student body. Many teachers share their particular skills and passions with students by leading a club, and the school also brings in specialists to host clubs.
Some clubs are offered on by semester, and others are available year-round. A brief description of current club offerings follow. Please click each link for further information.
Unless otherwise noted, all clubs use the Lawton Club Registration Form. Checks should be made payable to Lawton Elementary. Completed form and payment needs to be returned to Ms. Thomas in the office. Each club leader will confirm whether there are any date changes from published schedules.
The Arts & Music Clubs
Drama Club After School with Ms. McDonagh
Got an actor or actress in the making? Starts the last week of September after school with Ms. McDonagh. K-2 students meet on Thursdays from 3:15-4:30 and is $180.00. 3rd-5th graders meet on Fridays from 3:15-5:00 and is $240. For more information, please contact Tracy McDonagh at (206) 252-2151 or email her at tlmcdonagh@seattleschools.org.
Everything Manga Art Club
An art program for K-5th graders. Members will have the opportunity to learn how to sketch Mangna characters, Trace Manga art, color Manga designs, Play Manga games, and much more! Thursdays October 8—December 17th (10 sessions) from 3:15-4:15. $150 tuition, and $25 sibling discount. The instructor Elaine Woodhouse can be reached at carvedstamps@onebox.com.
Kids Knitting Club
Students will create handmade knitting needles and learn to knit. Projects include doll clothes, tiny scarves, doggie sweaters, etc. Students will be challenged to develop and expand their skills and work into larger creations. Mondays 3:15– 4:15. Classes run October 5—December 14. Fee is $85.00. Recommended age 7-8 years old and up, or prior knitting experience. Email Deana Metteer for more information.
Piano and Violin Club
Learn how to play the piano or the violin in fun group lessons with a teacher who has taught music lessons for 20 years. Mondays after school (time to be arranged). $25 per 30 minute lesson (small group). $35 per private lesson. Contact Sue Schultz at 206 252-2164.
Softlife Club
Classes meet in room 209 from 3:15-4:15 p.m. Cost is $125, and session runs for 10 weeks starting the week of October 5th. Tuesdays: basic creature making class, where students learn basic sewing and needle felting techniques they will use to create creatures, dolls and animals of their own design. Thursdays: Handmade plush business class, where students will design one or more plush characters and then create a “company” identity, logo, tags, and price for their item.
Watercolor Class with Carol McKinney
Enjoy exploring with watercolors, color mixing, and wet in wet techniques. K-5 classes held Wednesdays September 20—November 4th. Adult classes held Thursdays, October 8—November 12th. 3:15—4:15 p.m. $65.00.
Physical Education Clubs
Hip Hop Dance Club
Come join Mrs. Schumer on Tuesdays learning or improving your skills in the basics of Hip Hop dance while allowing creativity to guide you in your performance. The club meets on Tuesdays is offered to 3rd-5th graders. Two 15-week sessions will be run. Begins October 20th. $110 per session, or $190 for full year. Please email Mrs. Schumer for more information or stop by the office.
Tumbling Club
For the first time ever, we will be offering a tumbling club. This is a great activity for all children and can help when playing other sports. Mrs. T will also be teaching this club. On Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30, open to K-5 students, begins October 21st. Two 13 week sessions. $110 per session.
Unicycle Club: Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced
Unicycle is after school with PE teacher Ms. Parks. Open to all 1st-5th students, and K students can join 2nd session. Beginning Unicycle meets after-school on Tuesdays from 3:15-4:30. Intermediate/Advanced Unicycle meets on Mondays from 3:15-4:30. Please contact Cheryl Parks regarding unicycle club and space availability. $190 for full year, or $110 for first session. Fees include snacks. First session begins October 6th, 2009
Yoga Club
Increase flexibility and help with relaxation while learning breathing techniques. The Yoga Club meets on Fridays after school from 3:15-4:15, and begin on October 9th for a 9 week session. $80 per session, includes snack. Instructor is Claudette Evans, RYT.
Academic Clubs
Books and Breakfast, Before School with Ms. Dial
Are you an early bird? If so come and have breakfast with Mrs. Dial for stories and reading books together at 8:00 a.m. 4th & 5th graders meet on Thursday mornings, 2nd and 3rd graders on Tuesdays. $100 tuition, 10 week session from October 6—December 17. Hope to see you there!
Chess Club by Chess for Life
Sign up today for Lawton’s Chess Class! This club is open to all students (K-5) interested in learning or increasing their knowledge of chess. Club meets on Fridays at 8:00 a.m. beginning on September 29—December 15. No class on November 24. For additional information visit chess4life.
Debate Club
The club meets in Mr. Reddy’s room on Thursdays, 3:10 – 4:10, room 208 from October 8th for 12 weeks. Online registration begins September 14 at www.schoolsinaction.org. Questions? Email Sandy Nielsen at sandynielsen@schoolsinaction.org.
World Languages Club
Give your child the opportunity to learn a world language! Classes include French, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese and Japanese. For schedules, online registration and additional information, please click here for the World Language Club registration and class schedules or contact Barbara Ford at (206)283-3348.
