ART CLUB

In Art Club, students 6th through 8th grade will be lead by local artist, Nehemiah Frierson, to create works of art based on culturally relevant topics and holidays celebrated around the world. Students are encouraged to create installation works that will be displayed in the hallway, as well as in the gym during Student Showcases.

Art Club is a safe space for all young artists to showcase their talents and gain new skills under a professional artist's direction.

PROGRAM STARTS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15TH and meets weekly on Tuesdays.

IMAGINATION FOUNDATION

Imagination Foundation offers exciting art projects and time for relaxation after school. We encourage open conversations and fun! This is a weekly art based program focused on mentoring and the development of interpersonal skills. This club is offered to students in grades 6th-8th and is perfect for students looking to make meaningful connections and have a safe space to hang. 

START DATE: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 17TH, and meets weekly on Thursdays

STREET DANCE

The Heroes Rise Street Dance Academy is a black-owned business and is Cincinnati’s only studio dedicated to teaching Black Vernacular Dances known as the American Street Dances. Dance instruction for styles including Hip-Hop, Breaking, Popping, Locking, House, Vogue, and more. Through educating dancers in these dance styles, the academy hopes that more career opportunities are created for non-classically trained dancers. 

START DATE: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 7TH, and meets weekly on Wednesdays

Photography club

In Photography Club, students 6th through 8th grade will be led by a local artist to learn photography skills and techniques. Students will photograph people, objects, nature, and more. 

Students will have their art on display during our Student Showcase

START DATE: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8TH, and meets weekly on Thursdays

tHEATRE CLUB

In Theatre Club, students 6th through 8th grade will be led by American Legacy Theatre (ALT) to build skills in acting, playwriting, and character development.

This year, all plays written by ALT student across the district will theme their play around Celebrating America's 250th anniversary. Students will write play depicting their dreams for the future of America.

Students in Theatre Club will participate in our After School Showcase, as well as American Legacy Theatre's Student Play Festival. Dates will be shared soon. 

START DATE: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13TH, and meets weekly on Fridays