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What is it?

The Ninth Period Enrichment Program is unique to the Woodcliff Lake Schools. It is a student-centered,

teacher-run after-school program for all 4th through 8th graders. District teachers develop each course in its

entirety. Thus, a wide range of enrichment opportunities is available from which to choose this session! Dates

for specific courses vary; the Spring session runs from February 6th to May 5th.

High School Tutoring Service

For our middle school students, tutoring from Pascack Hills High School students is available free of charge!

Tutoring takes place in the Woodcliff Media Center Tuesdays and Wednesdays (you choose the day) from

3:00pm to 4:00pm. PHHS tutors have routinely helped students in grades 6 through 8 become more organized,

develop study skills, complete homework more effectively, and provided general academic assistance. See the

catalog below to enroll your middle school student today!

Is there a cost?

This session, there is no cost! Ninth Period courses fall into one of two categories – academic and extra-

curricular. Both types are free of charge and funded by the Board of Education. In future sessions, courses

marked as extra-curricular in this catalog may have a nominal charge applied.

How do we enroll?

Peruse the course offerings in Dorchester and Woodcliff below! If you would like to enroll in a course, simply

click the link under the course name. This will bring you to the online sign-up form (there is no paper sign-up).

Once submitted, your child is enrolled for that course. For some courses, space is limited and filled on a first-

come first-serve basis.

REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY, JANUARY 17 AND ENDS TUESDAY, JANUARY 24

Where do I get more information?

Feel free to contact Mrs. Gander at [email protected] for questions about Woodcliff courses and Ms.

Heaney at [email protected] for questions about Dorchester courses!

mailto:[email protected]


ARTFULLY MINE - CONTINUATION

(CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mrs. Hansen

Open to students in grades: 4-5

Prerequisite-students must have participated in the Fall

session of Artfully Mine.

Location: Dorchester Room 39 –ART ROOM

Cost: Free

This class is designed for the student who is interested in pursuing art on a more advanced level. You determine the project you want to create using any material and any creative process. Be ready to challenge your artistic ability.

Maximum number of students: 14

THURSDAYS 3:00-4:00

8 Sessions

Dates: 2/9 2/16 3/2 3/9 3/16 3/23 3/30 4/6 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

HANDS-ON ALGEBRA (CLICK HERE TO ENROLL IN THIS COURSE)

Offered by:

Mrs. DeYoung

Open to students in grades:

4-5

Location: Dorchester Room

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Cost: Free

Do you enjoy math challenges? Would you like to learn to solve algebraic equations such as

4x+2=3x+9? This course is designed for students who would like the opportunity to expand their

knowledge of math by using pawns and cubes to solve algebraic equations and word problems.


TUESDAYS 3:00-4:00

Sessions 6

Dates:

2/14 2/28 3/14 3/21 3/28 4/4

Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

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PUZZLES (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Ms. Heaney



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Cost: Free

Drop the controller! Hands off the remote. Open your mind to a new activity. Practice perseverance, learn how to attack a jigsaw puzzle, and work as a team to complete puzzles. Bask in the glow of completed puzzles and enjoy your finished product!


THURSDAYS 3:00-4:00

9 Sessions

Dates: 2/16 3/2 3/9 3/16 3/23 4/6 4/20 4/27 5/4


BOARD GAME FUN (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Miss Pietranski



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Cost: Free

Kids will have the chance to kick back, relax and play board games with their friends. Some examples of the games we will play are Jenga, Scattegories, Headbanz, Charades Monopoly and more! Maximum number of students: 10

TUESDAYS 3:00-4:00

7 Sessions

Dates: 2/7 2/14 2/28 3/7 3/21 3/27 4/4





CROCHETING (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mrs. DeMarco



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Cost: Free

This course is designed to teach students how to crochet. It would cover single crochet stitch along with additional stiches depending on need and ability. Students would be taught to read basic patterns to create a blanket and or hat. Students would need a crochet hook and yarn for this class. Maximum number of students: 10

TUES. and THURS. 3:00-4:00

9 Sessions

Dates: Tuesdays 2/14 2/28 3/21 3/28 4/4 4/25 Thursdays 3/9 3/16 4/20 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

It’s All About Games! (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mrs. Jans



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Cost: Free

Do you love playing games, but don’t always have a partner or group to play with? Then come join me and play old favorites, like Monopoly, Scrabble Jr., Connect 4, Bingo and many more. You may even learn to play some newones to share with your family. Maximum number of students: 10

THURSDAYS 3:00-4:00

10 Sessions

Dates: Thursdays 2/9 2/16 3/2 3/9 3/16 3/23 3/30 4/6 4/20 4/27 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `




Scrapbooking (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mrs. Ribler



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Cost: Free

Join the fun of saving your favorite memories on a keepsake. This afterschool group will make a 12x12 scrapbook page to frame and hang on our walls. It will include 1 picture, either 4x5 or 5x7. Maximum number of students: 6

3:00-4:00

8 Sessions

Dates: Tuesdays 2/7 2/28 4/4 4/18 4/25 Thursdays 3/2 3/16 3/30 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

Battle of the Books! (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mrs. Nadzan



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Cost: Free

Get ready for the 2017 Battle of the Books! This course will prepare you for the upcoming Battle of the Books Competition. We will be holding practice battles, discussing the required books and having fun! Maximum number of students: 12

THURSDAYS 3:00-4:00

7Sessions

Dates: Thursdays 2/9 2/23 3/9 3/23 4/6 4/20 5/4 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `





Axis and Allies (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mr. Falstrom


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Media Center

Cost:

Free

Students will be learning how to play the board game Axis and Allies. Axis and Allies is

very similar to the board game Risk, with different pieces and higher level of strategy,

students will be pitting armies against one another on a world map.


Thursdays 3:00-4:00

10 Sessions

Dates:

2/2 2/9 2/16 3/2 3/9 3/16 3/23 3/30 4/6 4/20 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

Battle of the Books (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mrs. Igel


7-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Room 23

Cost:

Free

In this course, students will be preparing for the competition, Battle of the Books. This is a

competition between schools in the Pascack Valley for grades 5/6 and 7/8. The students

participating from each school must read and know 15 selected books before the

competition in May 2017. Representative groups of students from each school will then

answer questions about the books. Groups with the most answers correct, win! Maximum number of students: 20

Thursdays 3:00-4:00

3 Sessions

Dates:

2/9 3/9 4/6 4/27 5/4 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `



Chess (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mr. Welsh


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Room 17

Cost:

Free

Please come and match wits with your fellow students on the chess board. Whether you

are a beginner and want to learn the game or are an expert – all students are welcome!

We will meet in Mr. Welsh’s room and do mental battle on the chess board! Check mate!


Thursdays 3:00-4:00

10 Sessions

Dates:


Golf (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mr. Collins


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Meet in Gym

Cost:

Free

Interested in learning to play golf? Sign up and learn golf basics. Students can expect to

learn about how to properly hold and swing a golf club as well as some basic golf rules

and golf etiquette. Students will start hitting whiffle and foam golf balls and may work

their way up to real golf balls. All equipment is provided, however, if you have your

own clubs you are free to use them.


Mondays 3:00-4:30

5 Sessions

Dates:




Minute to Win It (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Ms. McIntyre


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Room 22

Cost:

Free

Have you seen the show “Minute to Win It?” Now join in the fun! It’s competitive…it’s

fun…and a little silly!


Mondays/Tuesdays 3:00-4:30

4 Sessions

Dates:

2/28 3/13 3/20 3/27 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

Scrapbooking (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Ms. Pratko


5-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Room 13

Cost:

Free

Do your eyes light up when you walk into a Michaels? Let’s get crafty together and

make pretty pages. Scrapbooking is a fantastic hobby because anyone and everyone can

do it. It’s easy to pick up at any time whenever DIY fever strikes. Come capture

memories and create beautiful keepsakes.


Tuesdays 3:00-5:00

5 Sessions

Dates:




Touch Football (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Mr. Welsh


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Meet in Room 17

Cost:

Free

Are you ready for some football? After a tough day working to your ability in school,

how about getting some physical activity throwing around the pigskin? We will play

organized touch-football games and get everyone involved! See you on the field! Maximum number of students: 20

Thursdays 4:00 – 5:00pm

8 Sessions

Dates:

3/9 3/16 3/23 3/30 4/6 4/20 4/27 5/4 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling. `

Volleyball Clinic (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

Ms. Lakis


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

WCMS Gym

Cost:

Free

Students will work with Ms. Lakis on volleyball training and conditioning. Students will

learn basic volleyball fundamentals as well as developing skills. Boys and girls will have

the opportunity to grow as players and have fun in the process.


Tuesdays/Thursdays 3:00-4:00pm

10 Sessions

Dates:




Homework Habitat- Mondays (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

MS Staff


6-8th

Location:

TBD

Cost:

Free

WCMS students will have the opportunity to work in a quiet setting with a teacher supervising. This

can include:

Homework completion

Studying for a test or quiz

Completing long-term assignments

Reviewing and/or improving class notes

Independent reading

Enrolled students are expected to attend each session for their assigned day and to stay for the full

session, from 3:00 - 4:00. Students are expected to arrive knowing what they want to work on during the

session and to have the needed materials with them.


Mondays 3:00-4:00

9 Sessions

Dates:

1/30 2/6 2/13 2/27 3/6 3/13 3/20 3/27 4/3 Please be sure a commitment to these meeting dates is possible before enrolling.

Homework Habitat- Thursdays (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

MS Staff


6-8th

Location:

TBD

Cost:

Free

WCMS students will have the opportunity to work in a quiet setting with a teacher supervising. This

can include:

Homework completion




Independent reading

Enrolled students are expected to attend each session for their assigned day and to stay for the full

session, from 3:00 - 4:00. Students are expected to arrive knowing what they want to work on during the

session and to have the needed materials with them.


Thursdays 3:00-4:00

9 Sessions

Dates:




Peer Tutoring- Section #1 (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

WCMS


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Media Center

Cost:

Free

WCMS students will have the opportunity to work with high school students. This can

include:

Homework completion


Reinforcing a concept



Enrolled students are expected to attend each session for their assigned day and to

stay for the full session, from 3:00-4:00pm. This program is most effective when

students arrive knowing what they want to work on during the session and have the

correct materials with them. Maximum number of students: 12

Tuesdays 3:00-4:00

9 Sessions

Dates:


*Students may sign up for both Tuesdays and Wednesdays, if enrollment permits

If you are interested in attending both days, after enrolling for your preferred day, please contact Mrs. Loeb

([email protected]) to be put on a waiting list for the 2nd day. `



Peer Tutoring- Section #2 (CLICK HERE to enroll in this course)

Offered by:

WCMS


6-8th

Location:

Woodcliff MS

Media Center

Cost:

Free

WCMS students will have the opportunity to work with high school students. This can

include:

Homework completion


Reinforcing a concept



Enrolled students are expected to attend each session for their assigned day and to

stay for the full session, from 3:00-4:00pm. This program is most effective when

students arrive knowing what they want to work on during the session and have the

correct materials with them. Maximum number of students: 12

Wednesdays 3:00-4:00

9 Sessions

Dates:


*Students may sign up for both Tuesdays and Wednesdays, if enrollment permits

If you are interested in attending both days, after enrolling for your preferred day, please contact Mrs. Loeb

([email protected]) to be put on a waiting list for the 2nd day. `



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