after school Programming

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2024-2025 After school programs – Hough Campus

Rainey Institute’s After School programming returns for the 2024-2025 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, El Sistema, Intergalactic Arts, and STAGES. 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 non-refundable deposit applied towards the first month’s tuition.

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 9th, 2024

Meals & Tutoring Provided Daily

Vocal Explorers New Program!

Students: 3rd – 8th Grades

Vocal Explorers is a fun vocal program where students sing together and learn about music. Each day, they focus on a different musical genre, including classical, pop, gospel, and show choir. The diverse repertoire keeps students engaged and exposes them to a broad spectrum of musical styles.

Through a repertoire-based approach, this program aims to provide students with the fundamentals of healthy vocal technique. They will also improve their aural, ensemble, and communication skills, and overall musicianship. By introducing principles of sight-singing, students will also learn to read music and sing confidently.

Designed specifically for young singers from 3rd to 8th grade, Vocal Explorers creates a fun and supportive environment where students can discover and develop their voices. They will also benefit from working as a team, building friendships, and working towards common musical goals.

 

el sistema

Students: 3rd – 8th Grades

El Sistema@Rainey’s mastery-based orchestral instruction makes music fun while inspiring focus and teamwork. Our young musicians study violin, viola, cello, or double bass through 90 minutes of daily orchestra classes. Instruments are provided. Professional musicians and classically-trained teaching artists provide instruction and students perform monthly concerts for friends, family and the community.

rainey dance academy

Students: 3rd – 8th Grades

Rainey’s Dance Academy (RDA) specifically focuses on providing passionate, curious, and collaborative young dancers in Greater Cleveland communities with pre-professional dance education and the necessary tools for aspiring dancers to succeed artistically, professionally, and personally. Our vision is to uplift the value of dance, inspiring participants to view dance as an equal career and educational opportunity, while motivating dancers to learn and present their best selves.

INTERGALACTIC ARTS

Students: 3rd – 8th Grades

Intergalactic ARTS offers a safe learning environment that nurtures creativity and innovation by providing age-adaptable art projects and integrated art forms for budding artists.

Students will absorb hands-on experiences in a fusion of visual art in both 2D and 3D media including Painting, Printmaking, Sculpture, Ceramics, and Digital Art.

Students will learn to integrate their art experiences with diverse academic subjects and cultures. They will hone self-expression, communication, teamwork, and problem solving skills through a variety of artistic approaches and sustained effort.

This program has reached it’s maximum enrollment but a waiting list is available should a spot(s) become available.

STAGES

Students: 3rd – 8th Grades

STAGES is a creative catalog program, exploring the many stages and disciplines of performing arts!

Students will learn about and engage in various dimensions of stage performance, including drama, vocal music, dance, stand-up comedy, performance poetry, and public speaking, as well as the behind-the-scenes work of stage production, writing, directing, and producing.

STAGES offers a wide-ranging, educational, and fun experience for young performers to build the confidence and skills to shine on any stage!

This program has reached it’s maximum enrollment but a waiting list is available should a spot(s) become available.

ART ADVENTURES

Students: K- 2nd Grades

Each day our children will experience a new art form, rotating daily through art, dance, drama, and dance. Experiential classes are led by professional artists in each area and supported by an Early Childhood Art Educator.

This program has reached it’s maximum enrollment but a waiting list is available should a spot(s) become available.

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, El Sistema, Rainey Dance Academy, STAGES, and Vocal Explorers to children in 3rd – 8th grade.

When does the program start?

The program begins on Monday, September 9, 2024 and runs through Friday, May 16, 2025. 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. Tuition is $25 per week inclusive of transportation. Tuition and transportation are billed regardless of the number of days your child is in attendance. We offer tuition assistance.  Please contact the school 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 Brittany Meeks, Arts Programming and Community Facilitator, 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