Printer-friendly versionENRICHMENT PROGRAMS
These programs provide students in grades 3-8 with the opportunity to explore further areas of particular interest.
Mad Science Crazy Chemworks: Students in 2 sessions, K-2 and grades 3-8, learn about labs, pH, atoms and experiment with dry ice, glow in the dark items and slime.
Mad Science NASA Future Space Explorers: Students in 2 sessions, K-2 and grades 3-8, explore the solar system, create a lunar eclipse, stucdy stars, meteors, rocket science, space travel and space technology.
Mad Science Rockets and Gliders: Students in grades 3-8 build their own gliders, stunt planes and 4 different air pressure rockets to launch and study.
EXTRACURRICULAR PROGRAMS
St Theresa School offers several programs to meet the diverse needs and interests of the students and parents. They include cultural, academic, and sports options.
After School Care/ Homework Group: supervised child care available daily from dismissal until 6pm. Students Pre-K – 8th are encouraged to complete their homework assignments and then participate in group games, outdoor play (weather permitting) or computer activities.
Community Service: All Grades can participate year round in hands-on activities for the Briarcliff/Ossining community.
Chess Club: Grades 2-5 and 6-8 meet from 2:45- 3:45 on alternate Fridays. This program is led by a chess master who has competed and prepared other children for competitive play. All skill levels welcomed.
Drama Club: Grades 5-8 produce and act in a Spring play for the STS community.
Junior Choir: Provides musical leadership at 9 a.m. Mass from mid-October to Easter Sunday. Grades 3-8 welcome. Rehearsals are Tuesdays or Thursdays from 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. (Attendance at one rehearsal per week is expected). Basic requirements include the ability to sing in tune, responsible attendance, and a love of singing. There are no auditions. First rehearsals will be held week of Sept. 8.
Piano Lessons: Students can enroll in private lessons. Available on a limited basis
Private Tutorials: Individual teachers with specific subject matter expertise are available for individualized tutorials (Math, reading and language arts) to assist children who may require more support or to prepare for standardized tests.
Scouting: Grades K-8 Boy and Girl Scouts inluding Daisies, Brownies, Girl Scouts, Cub or Boy Scouts.
Sports: Boys and girls basketball available for grades 3-8. Girls grades 5-8 volleyball. For more information about teams and schedules, see the sports page.
Teaches Basketball Camp: Grades K-8 can work on skill development. Offered in the Fall and Spring.
IN SCHOOL SPECIAL ACTIVITIES
DARE Program: Grade 5 participate with local police to learn the dangers of drinking and drugs.
Fireman Appreciation Day: Students meet local firement, learn about fire safety and explore fire trucks.
Science Fair: Grades 6-8 create interactive science displays.
Talent Show: Students show off their various talents in the annual show.