after school Programming
Quality arts programs that inspire and elevate.
2025-2026 After school programs
– Hough Campus (east side)
Rainey Institute’s After School programming returns for the 2025-2026 school year starting this fall. Now more than ever, children need outlets for artistic expression. Our programs for 3rd – 8th graders are mastery-based and taught by a passionate faculty committed to enriching students’ lives through art. Our after school programs for this age include the following: Rainey Dance Academy, Rainey School of Music, Intergalactic Arts, and Rainey Drama Club. We offer Art Adventures for K – 2nd grade students, which allows them to explore a new art area each day. Please scroll down to see the details of each program and registration availability.
Frequently Asked Questions are included at the bottom of this page. If you still have questions after reading this section, please contact us at [email protected] or 216-881-1766.
Program Days: Monday – Friday 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Tuition: $25/week with a $25 registration fee.
Tuition is due by the 5th of each month.
Transportation: Transportation is included and provided from the following schools:
**E Prep/Village Prep Cliffs Breakthrough**
**Campus International**
Program Start Date: September 8th, 2025
Meals & Tutoring Provided Daily
Vocal Explorers Back by Popular Demand!
Students: 3rd – 8th Grades
Rainey School of Music’s Vocal Explorers program is a fun and engaging choral experience where students in 3rd to 8th grade sing together while exploring diverse musical genres, including classical, pop, gospel, and show choir. Through a repertoire-based approach, young singers develop healthy vocal technique, aural skills, ensemble singing, and music literacy, including sight-singing and reading music.
Designed to foster confidence and teamwork, the program provides a supportive and collaborative environment where students grow as musicians, build friendships, and work toward shared performance goals. Whether new to singing or refining their skills, participants will discover the joy of music while expanding their vocal abilities.
Rainey Drama Club
Students: 3rd – 8th Grades
The Rainey Drama Club (RDC) immerses students in the exciting world of live theater performance, helping them develop essential life skills like creativity, communication, teamwork, commitment, and confidence. Through interactive storytelling, vocal training, stage presence, and character development, young performers become well-rounded artists—both onstage and off.
Perfect for students who love acting, script reading, and creative expression, the program culminates in two annual showcases where participants highlight their growth. Whether building performance skills or recharging their artistic passion, Drama Club members gain valuable experiences that extend far beyond the stage!
ART ADVENTURES
Students: K- 2nd Grades
Rainey’s Art Adventures Program offers a dynamic and engaging arts education for K-2nd grade students, featuring weekly classes in music, dance, drama, and visual arts. Each day, young artists explore a different art form through rotating classes taught by Rainey’s professional instructors and Early Childhood Education Coordinator. The program is designed to be age-appropriate, fun, and creative, fostering a love for the arts while introducing children to the excitement and possibilities of artistic expression.
frequently asked questions
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What grade does my child need to be in to attend your program?
Rainey’s After School Program serves children in Kindergarten – 8th grade. For Kindergarten – 2nd graders, young artists will explore art, dance, music, and drama. They will travel to a different art form every day as well as work on various art projects within their own classroom. We offer Intergalactic Art, Rainey School of Music, Rainey Dance Academy, and Rainey Drama Club to children in 3rd – 8th grade.
When does the program start?
The program begins on Monday, September 8, 2025 and runs through Friday, May 15, 2026. The program runs Monday – Friday from 2:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
What school calendar does Rainey follow?
Rainey Institute programming reaches students from multiple schools. We develop our own calendar but try to stay as close to the CMSD schedule as possible. Our calendar will be distributed in the parent portal on our website and provided at orientation.
Is Rainey transporting students to your program?
Rainey Institute has contracted with a school bus provider to transport children who attend Campus International and E Prep/Village Prep Cliffs Breakthrough School. Schools were determined based upon location/distance from Rainey and release time.
What time can I drop my child off if I am bringing them or another provider?
Students can be dropped off beginning at 2:30 pm.
How much does the Rainey program cost?
We are very grateful to our donors whose generosity allows us to ensure all children and families have access to our programming at a significantly reduced cost. There is a $25 registration fee and tuition is $25 per week regardless of the number of days your child is in attendance. This includes transportation if available. Tuition assistance is available. Please contact us at [email protected] for more information.
Will students still get a meal?
Rainey Institute collaborates with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide daily USDA-approved meals.
Will my child be able to do their homework?
Rainey allocates time for students to complete their homework between 2:30 pm and 4:00 pm. Our teachers rely on your children to inform them if they have homework and are never to go through a child’s backpack in search of agendas or homework. If your child needs more support or time for homework we ask that you reach out to Coral Overly, Site Coordinator Hough Campus to discuss a plan at [email protected]
“My child loved being able to express himself and make friends who share common interests with him.”
— Rainey Parent