AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
SPRING 2026
Please note the different registration dates for each club. If you have any questions, please email afterschoolclubs@highcrestpto.org.
CHESS-ED
Chess-Ed is dedicated to providing dynamic chess instruction that helps students advance their skills. Each week, students will engage in lessons and have supervised playtime with classmates, learning everything from the basics to advanced tactics and strategies. Benefits include improved vocabulary, math skills, and academic performance, as studies show that playing chess can enhance IQ, memory, and critical thinking abilities. The program is open to all students across all grades. Join us today!
Club Days/Times: Thursdays, 3:45-4:45pm, 04/09/2026-6/4/2026 (9 weeks)
Club meeting location: HMS Cafeteria
Club fee: EARLY Registration through 3/30 - $171; LATE Registration 3/31 to 4/6 - $201
Registration is open
Registration Link: https://www.eventbee.com/v/
IDEATE MATH CAMP
Math Camp is specifically targeted to middle school children preparing to learn algebra. Our camp is based on the YouCubed® curriculum developed by Professor Jo Boaler and a team of educators at Stanford University.
IDEATE is designed to inspire and boost math achievement for students of a wide array of backgrounds and skill levels. Students will work in groups, build and utilize visualizations, explore mathematical ideas and learn in both indoor and outdoor spaces. The camp is uniquely designed to challenge young minds while building confidence and making math fun.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?
Website: www.Ideate-US.com
Club Days/Times: Mondays, 3:45-4:45pm, 4/13/2026-5/18/2026 (6 weeks)
Club meeting location: HMS Room 111
Club fee: $250
Registration is open
Registration Link: https://www.ideate-us.com/
