Registration

• Registration must be done through the school webpage.
• Students will be accepted upon payment receipt.
• Starting date on January 21st, 2025.
• Open to students not enrolled at The Palmas Academy.

Attendance

• Classes need to be taken consecutively, with no exceptions.
• Official communication will be issued if any class is canceled and will be rescheduled to ensure the amount of classes.
• No make up classes for late enrollment.
• Pick-up is at designated time. No aftercare available after classes finish.

Conduct

• Participants must comply with the General Standards of Conduct in the Student Handbook.
• Each program requires a specific dress code that students must adhere to.

Refunds & Credits

• No refunds after the 2nd class.
• Credits will be issued to enroll in other after school programs.

Important Dates

• Starting date on January 21st, 2025.
• If necessary, make-up classes due to holidays will be scheduled by the teacher/coach.
• The estimated end date is March 31st to April 4,2025 (Subject to change).

Flag football is a structured environment for students to engage in physical activity while developing teamwork and sportsmanship skills.

Activities focus on refining motor skills and understanding the fundamentals of flag football, including passing, catching, and strategic play.

• Instructor: Mr. Rogelio Sifuentes rogelio.sifuentes@palmasacademy.org & Mrs. Geralynn Vasquez  geralynn.vasquez@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 30
• Minimum number of students: 10
• Grade Levels:  1st - 3rd & 4th-6th
• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Day: Wednesday
• Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
• Cost: $300 

In today’s technology-driven world, outdoor activities hold an important place in the development of children. Among the diverse range of options available, kids sailing stands out as a captivating and enriching experience. 

• Instructor: Mr. Gabriel Del Campo
• Phone Number: Marlin Sailing School 787-409-2001
• Maximum number of students: 20 students
• Grade Levels:  8 years old and up.
• Number fo Classes: 8
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm
• Transportation: Transportation included to Caribbean Marlin Marina in Ceiba, Puerto Rico
• Cost: $300 monthly

Unleash your child’s creativity with Little Picasso, an afterschool program where elementary students explore the vibrant world of drawing and painting. At Little Picasso, students will not only develop their artistic skills but also immerse themselves in a joyful and enriching experience that nurtures their imagination and self-expression.

Through guided lessons and creative projects, young artists will learn fundamental techniques in drawing and painting while exploring their own unique styles. The program emphasizes the importance of creativity, helping students to think outside the box and bring their imaginative ideas to life on canvas. Alongside honing their fine motor skills, students will discover the power of art as a tool for emotional expression, building confidence, and enhancing cognitive abilities.

Art education in Little Picasso also fosters cultural awareness and appreciation, encouraging students to explore different artistic traditions and styles. By working both individually and collaboratively, they’ll develop essential communication and social skills, learning to express their ideas and share their visions with others. Additionally, the calming nature of artistic creation offers a wonderful outlet for stress relief, helping students find joy and tranquility in the process.

Join Little Picasso and watch your child grow not only as an artist but as a well-rounded individual, ready to express themselves and embrace the beauty of the world through art.

• Instructor: Mrs. Jeannette Shuck
• Email: jeannette.shuck@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 10
• Minimum number of students: 3
• Number of Classes: 10
• Grade Levels: 

Pk to K

• Meeting Day: Tuesdays 
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $350.00 (Materials Included)

1st & 2nd

• Meeting Day: Tuesdays 
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $350.00 (Materials Included)

3rd to 5th

• Meeting Day: Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $350.00 (Materials Included)

If both sessions are full, there is an option to open a session on Wednesdays.

Dive into the thrill of surfing with Safe Waves, an afterschool program designed to introduce students to the exciting world of surfing in a safe and supportive environment. Whether your child is a complete beginner or has some experience with the waves, Safe Waves offers expert instruction that emphasizes safety, skill-building, and a love for the ocean.

Led by experienced surf instructors, students will learn the fundamentals of surfing, from understanding the ocean’s dynamics to mastering basic techniques on the board. Safety is our top priority, and each session includes essential lessons on ocean awareness, surf etiquette, and how to navigate waves responsibly. Our goal is to ensure that every student feels confident and secure while enjoying the exhilaration of surfing.

Beyond the basics, Safe Waves fosters a connection with the ocean, teaching students to respect and appreciate the natural environment. As they gain confidence in the water, students will also develop strength, balance, and coordination, all while having fun in a positive, encouraging atmosphere.

Join Safe Waves and let your child ride the waves safely, building both their surfing skills and their love for the ocean.

• Instructor: Mr. Rene Gough
• Email: rene.gough@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 8
• Minimum number of students: 5
• Grade Levels: 2nd to 9th
• Number of Classes: 10
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
• Cost: $300.00

Looking for a fun way for your child to unwind? Hip Hop Fun offers an hour of stress relief where kids can enjoy energetic Hip Hop sessions packed with exciting activities and fresh choreography each week. Designed for students from Pre-K through 4th grade, this program combines movement and music to create a lively environment where kids can let loose, express themselves, and have a blast.

Every session features engaging attention grabbers and dynamic dance routines that keep kids moving and smiling. Whether your child is a budding dancer or just looking for a fun way to relax, Hip Hop Fun is the perfect outlet for creativity and joy.

• Instructor: Ms. Danielle Rivera
• Email: danielle.rivera@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 10
• Minimum number of students: 3
• Grade Levels: All Grades
• Number of Classes: 10
• Meeting Days: Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $300.00

Experience the joy of dance with Ballet Bliss, a fun and engaging class designed to be a delightful stress reliever for kids from Pre-K through 2nd grade. In this class, young dancers will explore the world of ballet through playful attention grabbers, essential techniques, and exciting choreography.

Each week, students will work on mastering ballet basics, learning dance terminology, and enjoying creative routines. The class provides a supportive environment where children can express themselves, build confidence, and have fun while developing their ballet skills.

Join us for Ballet Bliss, where every class is a step towards relaxation, creativity, and a love for dance!

• Instructor: Ms. Danielle Rivera
• Email: danielle.rivera@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 10
• Minimum number of students: 3
• Grade Levels: PK & Kinder
• Number of Classes:  10
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $300.00

In our Tennis Basics class, students will discover the fundamentals of tennis through a mix of engaging exercises and enjoyable games. This class is designed to introduce them to essential techniques and help them develop their skills in a fun, interactive environment.

Each session combines instruction with playful activities, allowing students to practice their strokes, improve their coordination, and enjoy playing with their peers. Whether they’re learning to serve, rally, or score, students will gain confidence and have a great time on the court. Join us and watch your child’s love for tennis grow as they learn and play!

• Instructor: Ms. Grace Lozada
• Email: grace.lozada@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 8
• Minimum number of students: 4
• Grade Levels: 1st to 7th grade
• Number of Classes:  10
• Meeting Days: Mondays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $300.00

Karate Foundations is a comprehensive program designed for children aged 4 and up, focusing on the essential skills of martial arts. This course introduces students to basic karate techniques, sport karate, and kickboxing, while also enhancing their physical fitness.

Throughout the program, students will work on fundamental self-defense techniques and improve key motor skills such as strength, balance, agility, and coordination. Beyond physical training, Karate Foundations emphasizes the development of leadership, discipline, and respect.

Our goal is not only to teach karate but also to help students build self-confidence, strengthen their values, and grow into well-rounded individuals. Join us and watch your child thrive in both martial arts and personal growth!

Instructor: Mr. Joel Rosario

Email: joelivanrosario@gmail.com

Maximum number of students: 12

Minimum number of students: 5

Grade Levels: 

 PK to K: 

• Number of Classes: 10
• Meeting Days: Mondays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $300

1st & 2nd:

• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $400

3rd to 5th: 

• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $400

6th to 8th: 

• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $400

Join us for an exciting after-school class where students will enhance their listening and speaking skills through dynamic, project-based activities! Each month, we’ll dive into a fresh theme—from sports and food to art and music—designed to ignite creativity and inspire lively conversations. Our hands-on projects create a relaxed, safe, and encouraging environment where students can practice their oral skills while having fun. Whether they’re discussing a favorite sport, sharing a recipe, or expressing their artistic tastes, students will build confidence and fluency in a supportive, engaging setting.

• Instructor: Mrs. Amanda Valentin
• Email: amanda.valentin@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 12
• Minimum number of students: 6
• Grade Levels: 1st & 2nd
• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Days: Thursdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $300.00

Step into the rhythm with Groove Academy, our afterschool program that invites students to explore the vibrant world of Jazz, Hip Hop, and Latin dance. Designed for dancers of all levels, Groove Academy offers a dynamic space where students can learn, grow, and express themselves through movement.

Under the guidance of experienced instructors, students will master the fundamentals of each dance style, from the smooth, expressive lines of Jazz to the energetic beats of Hip Hop, and the passionate rhythms of Latin dance. Classes are tailored to blend technique with creativity, ensuring that each student not only improves their skills but also finds their own unique style.

Whether you're aiming to perfect your technique, perform on stage, or just have fun moving to the music, Groove Academy is the perfect place to develop confidence, coordination, and a lifelong love of dance.

Join us and let the music move you—because at Groove Academy, every step is a step toward greatness!

• Instructor: Ms. Janice Velez
• Email: janice.velez@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 15
• Minimum number of students: 8

Grade Levels: 

3rd to 5th

• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
• Cost: $300.00

6th to 12th

• Number of Classes: 20
• Meeting Days: Tuesdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm
• Cost: $300.00

Welcome to Le Petit Chefs, an exciting afterschool program where young aspiring cooks embark on a culinary journey filled with creativity, flavor, and fun! Designed for students with a passion for food, Le Petit Chefs offers hands-on experience in the kitchen, teaching essential cooking skills and encouraging a love for the art of cuisine.

Under the guidance of experienced chefs, students will explore a wide range of recipes, from simple snacks to gourmet dishes. They’ll learn the basics of cooking, including chopping, mixing, and baking, all while discovering the importance of fresh ingredients, nutrition, and presentation. Each session is a blend of learning and tasting, with plenty of opportunities to experiment and create their own delicious masterpieces.

Le Petit Chefs isn’t just about cooking; it’s about building confidence, fostering creativity, and enjoying the rich flavors of life. Whether your child dreams of being the next great chef or simply loves to cook, this program will ignite their culinary passion and teach them skills they’ll use for a lifetime.

Join us in the kitchen, where every dish is a new adventure, and every young chef is a star in the making!

• Instructor: Mrs. Maggie Pizarro
• Email: maggie.pizarro@palmasacademy.org
• Maximum number of students: 12
• Minimum number of students: 6
• Grade Levels: K-5th 
• Number of Classes: 10
• Meeting Days: Wednesdays
• Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm
• Cost: $350 (materials included)

Students will explore the joy of music through hands-on activities, learning basic piano skills, rhythm, and simple melodies. This group piano class encourages collaboration, where students work together to learn and understand how to play the piano. All levels are welcome, but the program is primarily designed for beginner students, providing a supportive environment for everyone to build a solid foundation in music.

Instructor: Ms. Carolina Bauza

Email: carolina.bauza@palmasacademy.org

Maximum number of students: 12

Minimum number of students: 2

Grade Levels: 3rd to 5th 

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: Wednesdays

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

This class will offer an engaging and fun way to deepen reading literacy skills. Students will participate in whole group read-aloud of Holidays Around the World, incorporating foundational comprehension skills, such as inferring, predicting, character analysis, making connections (text-text, text-self, text-world), and more!  Students will create a craft connecting with the stories and share their reflections with the class. Students will continue developing their Communicators component of the Learner's Profile, as well through listening, speaking and reading, as well as their Knowledgeable component.  

Instructor: Mrs. Alexandra Barton

Email: alexandra.barton@palmasacademy.org

Maximum number of students: 15

Minimum number of students: 8

Grade Levels: 1st-2nd

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: Tuesdays

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

This class will offer an engaging and fun way to deepen math literacy skills and conceptual understanding through math games.  This class will engage students in learning through a conceptual understanding of place value and problem-solving skills in the way of competitive challenges. This is a student-centered class where students will be led through probing questions and encouraged to keep trying to solve mathematical problems in more than one way.  Students will continue developing their Learner's Profile components by engaging in problem solving, critical thinking and being able to debate and prove their solution to a problem using their speaking skills to defend their response to a problem.

Instructor: Mrs. Alexandra Barton

Email: alexandra.barton@palmasacademy.org

Maximum number of students: 15

Minimum number of students: 8

Grade Levels: 3rd-5th

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: Thursdays

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

Are you new to chess and curious about how the game works? The Dolphin’s Gambit Beginner Chess is perfect for your chess journey! This after-school program is designed exclusively for beginners, offering a fun and supportive environment to learn the basics of the game and build your skills step by step.

Instructor: Mr. Luis Candelaria

Email: luis.candelaria@palmasacademy.org

Maximum number of students: 15

Minimum number of students: 5

Grade Levels: 1st-2nd

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: 

Tuesdays 

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

Thursdays

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

Unleash your inner scientist with Science Smash! This hands-on, interactive program ignites curiosity and creativity through exciting experiments and engaging activities. From building fizzy volcanoes to exploring the wonders of physics and chemistry, each session is packed with fun and discovery.

Perfect for young minds eager to learn, Science Smash encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and a lifelong love of science. Join us after school and watch your child’s passion for STEM soar! 

Email: amanda.valentin@palmasacademy.org

Grade Levels: 

1st-2nd

Maximum number of students: 10

Minimum number of students: 4

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: Tuesdays 

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

PK-K

Maximum number of students: 8

Minimum number of students: 4

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: Thursdays

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

 3rd-5th

Maximum number of students: 10

Minimum number of students: 4

Number of Classes: 10

Meeting Days: Wednesdays

Time: 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Cost: $300

The Palmas Academy offers a Robotics After-School Program led by external experts. Students will explore robotics through hands-on activities, developing skills in programming and engineering.

Parents must register through the link under "Robotics." For details, contact Mr. Roberto Gorbea at (787) 613-9015.