After School Academy - Harmony Science Academy

Monday: Extra-Curricular Clubs

Lego Club: K - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Nitu

Requirements: Kinder - 2nd grade ONLY

Meetings: Monday, 3:20 - 4:00

Purpose: LEGO club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are some of the skills that "playing" with LEGOS can teach children.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Debate Club: 4th - 5th

Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Lind

Requirements: 4th & 5th

Meetings: Mondays 3:20 pm to 4:00 pm

Purpose: Debate is a process that involves formal discussion on a particular
topic. In a debate, opposing arguments are put forward to argue for
opposing viewpoints. Debate occurs in public meetings, academic
institutions, and legislative assemblies

Limit of 12 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Cheerleading/ Dance: Kinder - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Villarreal

Requirements: Kinder - 2nd Grades

Meetings: Monday, 3:20 to 4:30 pm

Purpose: Cheerleading teaches discipline, time management, resilience, and effective communication skills, which are valuable in various aspects of life. This club may participate in community service, fundraising, and outreach programs, serving as ambassadors for their school or organization and making a positive impact beyond the sidelines, if the situation arises.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Spelling Club: 2nd - 4th Grades

Sponsor/Advisor: Mrs. Morneault

Requirements: 2nd - 4th Grade

Meetings: Monday, 3:20 to 4:00 pm

Purpose: A supportive group where students practice and improve their spelling skills through fun activities like word games, quizzes, and mini spelling bees. Members learn new vocabulary, build confidence in reading and writing, and encourage each other as they prepare for classroom challenges or competitions—all in a positive, team-oriented environment.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Library Club: 3rd - 5th Grade

Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Theilen

Requirements: 3rd - 5th Grade; Library assessment test needed

Meetings: Monday, 3:20 to 4:00 pm

Purpose: Library club is a student group that helps keep the library neat, organized, and welcoming for everyone. Members assist with shelving books, tidying reading areas, and making sure materials are in the right place. They also help create displays and support library activities, encouraging responsibility, teamwork, and a respect for books and shared spaces.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Gardening Club: Kinder - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Mrs. Castillo

Requirements: K-2^nd Grades

Meetings: Monday, 3:20 - 4:00

Gardening club is a fun, hands-on group where students learn how to grow plants, flowers, and vegetables. Kids work together to plant seeds, water and care for the garden, and watch things grow over time. Along the way, they learn about nature, responsibility, teamwork, and where food comes from—all while getting a little dirty and having fun outdoors.

Limit of 15 students in this club

Arts & Crafts: 3rd - 5th Grade

Sponsor/Advisor:

Requirements: 3rd - 5th

Meetings: Monday, 3:20 - 4:30

creative group where students explore different art materials and techniques to make fun, hands-on projects. Kids draw, paint, cut, glue, and build while expressing their ideas and imagination. The club encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and teamwork in a relaxed and enjoyable environment.

Limit of 15 students in this club

Art & Crafts Club: Crochet for 3rd - 5th

Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Theilen

Requirements: 3^rd - 5th

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:20 - 4:00

An elementary crochet club is a hands-on, creative group where students learn the basics of crochet using yarn and simple hooks. Members practice making simple stitches and small projects like bookmarks or simple shapes while building patience and focus. The club encourages creativity, fine motor skills, and a sense of accomplishment as students see their work take shape.

Limit of 15 students in this club

Arts & Crafts: Kinder - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Revetta

Requirements: Kinder - 2nd Grade

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:20pm - 4:00pm

Purpose: Students learn different modes of art and discover new ways to express
themselves as artists. This club is a platform to develop aesthetic
values and enhance the creative skills and artistic talents of students.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Volleyball Club: 3rd - 5th

Sponsor/Advisor: Mrs. Faye

Requirements: 3rd - 5th

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:20 - 4:00

Volleyball club is a fun, active group where students learn the basics of volleyball, including passing, setting, serving, and teamwork. Kids practice skills through simple drills and friendly games in a supportive environment. The club helps build coordination, sportsmanship, communication, and confidence while encouraging healthy physical activity.

Limit of 14 students in this club

Theater - Reader Theater: K - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Hayes

Requirements: K-2nd

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:20pm to 4:00pm

Purpose: An elementary Readers Theater club is a group where students bring stories to life by reading scripts aloud with expression, gestures, and teamwork. Instead of memorizing lines or using costumes, kids focus on voice and performance to make characters and stories engaging. The club builds reading fluency, confidence, and public speaking skills in a fun, supportive setting.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Lego Club: Tuesdays K - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Bonner

Requirements: Kinder - 2nd grade ONLY

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:20 - 4:00

Purpose: LEGO club encourages children to learn while having fun! Creativity, problem solving, and teamwork are some of the skills that "playing" with LEGOS can teach children.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Wednesday: Outside Vendor Clubs - Information Only

ATX Ballers:

Dates: 6 weeks

Time: 3:25 - 4:25

Requirements: K - 5th grade

Description: ATX Ballers Youth Sports gives young players the guidance, training, and boost they need to take their game to the next level. In a fun, challenging yet supportive environment, we offer skills camps and trainings that cater to all levels, from beginners to advanced players.

Go to website for cost & registration: http://www.atxballers.com/

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Soccer Shots:

Dates:

Time: Wednesdays, 3:20 - 4:20

Requirements: K - 2nd

Description: Soccer Shots Premier focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction.

Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate manner.

Go to their website for cost & registration: https://www.soccershots.com/austin/

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Lulu's Piano: Harmony Piano/ Keyboard Club

Date: 15 sessions

Time: 3:30 -4:20 pm

Requirements: Ages 5 and Up - 12 slots available

They are offering keyboard lessons.

Description: Discover the joy of music with our Group Keyboard class at Harmony! Perfect for beginners, this fun and interactive class combines expert instruction with group dynamics to build foundational skills in piano playing. Explore melodies, rhythm, music theory and creativity while fostering teamwork.

Go to their website for cost & registration: www.lulupianostudio.com

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Snapology - Robotics

STEAM Club at Harmony Science Academy for Grades 3-5 on Wednesdays @ 3:30-5:00pm : $430 for 12 weeks of class (no class during spring break)

Jr. STEAM Club at Harmony Science Academy for Grades K-2 on Wednesdays @ 3:30-4:30pm: $310 for the 12 weeks of class (no class during spring break)

Date:

Time: Varies depending on club

Requirements: K-2 & 3-5

Description: In Snapology’s Robotics Club, students will actively engage with the principles of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics as they build and program robots. Students will learn about motors, sensors, and coding as they use LEGO® technic pieces and other elements to build various robotic creatures, vehicles and amazing contraptions.

Class fees include:

12 weeks of instruction from a trained Snapology instructor, including robotics, coding, science, engineering and 2 challenge weeks. (each class is 1.5 hours for grades 3-5 and 1 hour for grades K-2)
All materials are provided for weekly class sessions and showcase event (materials are reused week to week, students do not keep their creations from class or events)
Participation in the STEAM Showcase at the end of the semester
Snapology T-shirt
Snapology Journal (New Students in Grades 3-5 Club)

Go to their website for cost & registration: https://bit.ly/snapology-harmony

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Lil' Voices - Public Speaking

Date: 2nd Session: - 6 weeks

Time: 3:20 - 4:10 pm

Requirements: Kinder - 5th

Description: A first impression can be the last impression, so why not perfect it? At Lil Voices, we work with children to help boost their confidence with kid-friendly public speaking training that includes games and fun activities.

Children will receive their very own microphone to take home on the first day and a medal will be given out on the last day.

Go to their website for cost & registration: www.lilvoices.com

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Cooking Classes

Date:

Time: 3:25 - 4:15 pm

Requirements: Kinder - 3rd Grade

Description: Join us for ... Fruits, veggies, sweets, savories, food crafts, kitchen tools, and more! Fostering healthy, fun, delicious cooking and eating; Little Chefs is an educational program designed for students to explore new foods and recipes, gain hands-on kitchen experience, nurture peer collaboration and cooperation, as well as foster a strong sense of self-confidence. The curriculum includes age appropriate recipes, introduction to and proper usage of kitchen tools, cleaning up, and food groups; with an emphasis on fresh, healthy foods.

Go to website for cost & registration:

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Knight School - Chess Classes

Date: Fridays, 1/23 - 5/15/26 - there are two chess classes on Fridays

Time: 1:20 to 2:35 pm

Requirements: Kinder - 5th Grade

Description: School Mates is our curriculum that brings our fantastic The Knight School recipe for chess lessons for kids to schools through private and public grants or school district funding. School Mates is a chess kids academy that conducts chess classes in an after-school format.

Go to website for cost & registration: https://www.theknightschool.com/

Thursday: Extra-Curricular Clubs

Arts & Crafts: Origami 2nd - 5th

Sponsor/Advisor: Scott

Requirements: 2nd - 5th Grades

Meetings: Thursday, 3:20 to 4:00 pm

Purpose: Purpose of an origami club is generally to provide a space for individuals to learn, create, and share the art of origami. It fosters creativity, builds community, and offers a relaxing, mindful activity.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Vex Club - Non-competitive 3rd - 4th
Book Club: Kinder - 2nd

Vex Club - Non-competitive 3rd - 4th

Book Club: Kinder - 2nd

Sponsor/Advisor: Vaughn

Requirements: Kinder - 2nd

Meetings: Thursday, 3:20 to 4:00 pm

Purpose: Book discussion club, is a group of people who meet to discuss a book
or books that they have read. A literature circle is a group of students
who meet in a classroom to discuss a book or books that they have read.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Board Game Club: K-2

Sponsor/Advisor: Cerda

Requirements: K-2nd Grade

Meetings: Thursday, 3:20 - 4:00

Purpose: The primary purpose of board games is to provide entertainment and social interaction while also offering cognitive and developmental benefits. They encourage social skills like communication, turn-taking, and problem-solving, while also stimulating focus, critical thinking, and memory.

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Academic Competitions

Vex Robotics: 4th - 5th
Drone Club - Competition: 4th - 5th Grades

Vex Robotics: 4th - 5th

Sponsor/Advisor: Singh

Requirements: Tryout Required/ Limited Enrollment This is a year long club. It does NOT reopen in Spring. 4th - 5th

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:20-4:30 pm

Purpose: The purpose of the VEX IQ Robotics Competition, specifically the "1Q" part of the name, is to provide an accessible and engaging platform for elementary and middle school students to learn STEM through robotics. It aims to foster teamwork, problem-solving, and computational thinking skills in a fun, hands-on way.

Limit of 10 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Drone Club - Competition: 4th - 5th Grades

Sponsor/Advisor: Singh

Requirements: 4th - 5th -Tryout Required/ Limited Enrollment This is a year long club. It does NOT reopen in Spring.

Meetings: Thursdays, 3:20 - 4:30 PM

Purpose: HPS-wide/ Regional Competition - Presented in partnership with FTW Robotics and Rice University,
HPS Drone Race is the perfect event offering elementary, middle school and high school students an
opportunity to get hands-on experience in STEM education in the form of an affordable, fast-paced
game. Students will learn to safely operate a drone, work as a team, and research workforce applications
of aerial robotic technology; all while having a blast!

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Math Olympiad: 2025-2026 for 4th - 5th grade

Sponsor/Advisor: Singh

Requirements: 4th - 5th - Entrance Exam Required/ Limited Enrollment This is a year long club. It does NOT reopen in Spring.

Meetings: Mondays, 3:20 - 4:00 PM

Purpose: The purpose is to foster a love for mathematics, stimulate students' enthusiasm, and enhance their problem-solving skills through challenging and engaging competitions

Limit of 15 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

First Lego Lego Challenge: 4th - 5th

Requirements: Tryout Required/ Limited Enrollment . This is a year long club. It does NOT reopen in Spring. 4th - 5th Grade

Sponsor/Advisor: Espinosa

Meetings: Tuesday, 3:50 to 4:50

Purpose: The purpose of the FIRST LEGO League (FLL) Challenge is to engage students in hands-on STEM learning through a fun, challenging, and competitive robotics program.

Limit of 12 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

First Lego League Explore: 2nd - 4th

Requirements: Tryout Required/ Limited Enrollment . This is a year long club. It does NOT reopen in Spring. 2nd - 4th Grade

Sponsor/Advisor: Espinosa

Meetings: Monday, 3:50 to 4:50

Purpose: To introduce young children (ages 6-10) to the fundamentals of STEM through engaging, hands-on learning and playing exploration. It focuses on building foundational skills in design, coding, and teamwork, while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Limit of 12 students in this club; only one club per student.

Student is not enrolled until club fee has been paid.

Mentoring & Organizations

The National Elementary Honor Society (NEHS) provides students in grades 4–6 a place to develop and apply their passion for service, while obtaining the skills to be confident young leaders for years to come.

NEHS membership is centered on recognizing students for their accomplishments while challenging and equipping them to develop further as leaders through service to their school and community.

This club is by invitation only. Students cannot sign-up to join, but they can express interest in the club. We will start the initiation process in late September.