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Electives Winter/Spring 2026

After-School Electives at Saint Hilary School are an important part of our whole-child offering. We provide a range of classes for students of all grades including, cheer, sports, STEM/STEAM, creative classes, and much more.

If an elective is sold out, please email Karol Towns at operations@sainthilaryschool.org to be put on a waitlist.

Kids' Winter Kitchen by Electivity

Get ready for a delicious winter journey in the kitchen and discover the magic of vegetarian cooking. You'll whip up yummy, healthy, and winter hearty meals, just in time for cool winter days, explore new ingredients, and master fun cooking skills. No experience needed, just a big appetite for learning and a sprinkle of imagination.

👉 Please declare allergies if any, when registering.

Grade TK/K | $335 | Mondays2:05 - 3:05 pm

Gr 1-3 | $335 | Mondays: 3:20 - 4:20 pm

Location: Tarantino Hall

Dates: 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/30, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4 

Max: 10-12 students

KIDS' WINTER KITCHEN REGISTRATION

Movement, Mindfulness, and Confidence Building

This elective is designed to grow each child’s confidence in a joyful, engaging and positive manner! Students will learn foundational exercises that will set them up for success in creating a healthy lifestyle for the future. They will be given a caring environment to practice thinking and sharing about topics like gratitude, goal-setting, and what type of friend they would like to become! 

Movement, Mindfulness and Confidence Building | Gr TK-K | $270 | Mondays 2:05-3:05 PM

Movement, Mindfulness and Confidence Building | Gr 1-5 | $270 | Mondays 3:15-4:15 PM

Classes: 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11 

Location:  K Classroom

Bio: Ms. Sophia Machahek is one of the Kindergarten Teachers here at Saint Hilary School. She previously taught Kindergarten at St. Raymond School in Menlo Park, where she created a thriving after school program that included Gratitude Journaling, Pilates, and Run Club classes! Now she is thrilled to bring in new after school electives! She is a certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor and has had several years of fabulous experience teaching Gratitude at Gold Arrow Camp.

MOVEMENT, MINDFULNESS REGISTRATION

SHS Golf Club - Continuation

It’s never too early to get your child onto the greens. Get them started with 9 Holes or Lessons (includes putting, chipping and driving range with the McInnis golf pros). Students will learn the basics of the game as well as etiquette on the course. Mr. Finn and a parent volunteer will walk with the kids when they play 9 holes. We will need parent volunteers to walk with the students. The pros at McInnis will be in charge of lessons. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Finn Kfinn@sainthilaryschool.org

Grades 2nd-8th | Continuation of Annual Registration

Location: McInnis Park Golf Center

Grades 2nd-8th | $300/YEAR (Fall AND Spring)

Location: McInnis Park Golf Center

Remaining Classes As Follows:

  • Wednesday, January 14th - 2:45-3:45 pm Lessons / 2:30pm First Tee Time
  • Wednesday, February 11th - 2:45-3:45pm Lessons / 2:30pm First Tee Time
  • Monday, March 23rd - 1:30-2:30 pm Lessons / 1:20pm First Tee Time
  • Wednesday, April 22nd - 2:45-3:45pm Lessons / 2:30pm First Tee Time
  • Wednesday, May 13th - 2:45-3:45pm Lessons / 2:30pm First Tee Time

Coaches: Mr. Finn and Mr.Kris

GOLF CLUB REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

Clay, Crafts & Creative Fun by Electivity

Students will sculpt no-bake clay animals, make miniature food, create accessories, keychains, and more—all while developing fine motor skills and self-expression. With colorful materials, imaginative projects, and plenty of laughter, this hands-on class is the perfect way for young artists to explore, experiment, and bring their crafty visions to life!

Clay, Crafts & Creative Fun! | Gr TK-K  | $385 | Tuesdays 2:05-3:05 PM  
Clay, Crafts & Creative Fun! | Gr 1-5 | $385 | Tuesdays 3:20-4:20 PM           

Classes: 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28

Location:  Kindergarten Classroom

CLAY CRAFTS REGISTRATION


Dance Class

Welcome to dance class for all levels! Students will learn and hone in on foundational dance skills, learn new group-routines and enjoy building a positive team culture.  All levels are welcome!

Dance | Gr TK-K | $285 | Tuesdays 2:05-3:05 PM     

Dance | Gr 1-5 | $285 | Tuesdays 3:20-4:20 PM     

Classes: 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28

Location:  Music Room

Bio: Ms. Sophia Machahek is one of the Kindergarten Teachers here at Saint Hilary School. She previously taught Kindergarten at St. Raymond School in Menlo Park, where she created a thriving after school program that included Gratitude Journaling, Pilates, and Run Club classes! Now she is thrilled to bring in new after school electives! She is a certified Personal Trainer, Fitness Instructor and has had several years of fabulous experience teaching Gratitude at Gold Arrow Camp.

DANCE REGISTRATION

Chess by Electivity

Join our fun and engaging after-school Marin chess program where students learn strategies, tactics, and game principles while building critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Through hands-on lessons and friendly play, kids improve focus, patience, and strategic decision-making — valuable skills on and off the board. Our experienced instructors make learning chess exciting and accessible for all levels, from beginners to advanced players. Each class combines instruction, practice games, and friendly challenges to help students grow their confidence and love for the game.

Grades K - 5 | $360 | 2:10 - 3:10 pm 

Early Dismissal Wednesdays:  2/4, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29

Location: 2nd Grade Classroom

Min 8/Max 14

CHESS REGISTRATION

Soccer by Electivity

This high-energy soccer class is set in a fun, noncompetitive environment. The fundamentals of soccer are taught through a fun, play-based environment! Designed for all skill levels.

Grade TK/K | $375 | Thursdays: 2:05 - 3:05 pm

Class Dates:  2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30

Location: Lower Field

*Rain cancellation at instructor’s discretion.

Min 10/Max 14 students

SOCCER REGISTRATION

Woodcrafts by Electivity

Students will learn to craft with wood, improving their dexterity, focus and confidence. They will safely experiment with hand tools like hammers, sanding blocks, screwdrivers and small saws (as abilities allow), making simple wood sculptures and painting them.

Woodcrafts: Grade TK-K | $300/session | Thursdays: 2:05 - 3:05 PM

Wookdcrafts: Grades 1-4 | $300/session | Thursdays: 3:20 - 4:20 PM

Session 1: 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5

Session 2:  3/19, 3/26, 4/2, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30

Location: In front of Tarantino Hall

Max: 9 students per session

WOODCRAFTS REGISTRATION

Fashion with Ms. Blitzer

Do you have a young designer bursting with creativity? In this exciting 8-week Fashion Design Elective, students will learn how to bring their ideas to life—from the very first spark of inspiration to imaginative, one-of-a-kind creations. This class is designed to build confidence, nurture artistic expression, and introduce real fashion-industry skills in a fun, age-friendly way. Students will explore the full fashion design process, beginning with Mood boards, fabric swatches, color theory, creative brainstorming and thinking outside the box. Students will learn to use Canva on their iPads to create digital mood boards, develop color palettes, and explore early design conception—just like professional designers.

Grades 2-8 | $350 | Thursdays 3:20 - 4:20 PM

Classes:  2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26

Location: 4th Grade Classroom

About the Instructor – Ms. Erika Blitzer
We are thrilled to offer this class with Ms. Blitzer, who spent over a decade in New York City as a Senior Fashion Designer. She brings real-world experience, a passion for creativity, and a heart for teaching. Her portfolio, including exclusive sundress designs for Taylor Swift’s line at Walmart, can be viewed at erikablitzer.com. Ms. Blitzer cannot wait to inspire the next generation of designers and makers here at Saint Hilary’s!

FASHION REGISTRATION

SHS Cheer with Mrs. Choi

Get ready to jump and shout “Go Tigers!” Our after-school Cheer Program is led by none other than our superstar teacher, Mrs. Choi, who brings her background as a dancer to teach students how to move with confidence, master high-energy routines, and build strong team spirit—all in a fun, encouraging environment. From sharp motions to big smiles, students learn the foundations of cheer while growing their coordination, creativity, and self-expression.

Cheer 1 | Grades TK-2 | $240 | Fridays: 3:15-4:00 pm

Cheer 2 | Grades 3-5 | $240 | Fridays: 4:00-4:45 pm

Classes: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/20, 3/27, 4/17

Location: 3rd Grade Classroom

Min: 10 students/ Max: 25 students (per Cheer session)

CHEER REGISTRATION

STEM with Electivity

Gr TK - K | Young Engineers Algo Play - Animal Farm and Cuddly Pets

$375 | Fridays 2:05 – 3:05 PM

Dates: 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21, 2/28, 3/7, 3/21, 4/11, 5/2

Location: Kindergarten classroom

A revolutionary STEM program that teaches programming & robotics fundamentals using a fun, intuitive, physical coding language. In this engaging program, students will build models using blocks and sensors as they engage in this fun, hands-on immersive learning experience. Key program objectives - Discover coding and machine engineering, get familiar with software engineering terminology, Introduction to algorithmic thinking, encourage problem-solving, develop creativity and critical thinking.

Max 14 students


Gr 1 - 5 | Programming Robots with Microbits

$375 | Fridays 3:20 – 4:20 PM

Dates: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/20, 3/27, 4/17, 4/24, 5/1, 5/8

Location: Kindergarten classroom

Calling all robotics enthusiasts to come and solve real life problems using the RVR robot, LittleBits circuits and MicroBits embedded system. Learn, Build & Innovate as you progress on your tech journey!

Max 14 students

STEM Registration

Poekie Nook Sewing Class

The cuteness of Poekie animals has motivated thousands of children to master various hand-sewing techniques.  Not only will your child have fun and feel proud of their accomplishments, they will also learn a life-long skill, develop hand-eye coordination, build confidence, and develop spatial relations and visual thinking skills. With technology taking over our lives, we feel it’s important for kids to reduce their screen time and be more productive.  A child’s innocence should be nurtured. We have had the honor of teaching many wonderful kids in Marin over the years.  The Poekies are popular!

Total cost includes materials.

Grades 1-5 | $345 | Fridays: 3:15 - 4:15 PM

Classes: 2/6, 2/13, 2/20, 2/27, 3/6, 3/20, 3/27, 4/17

Location: 5th Grade Classroom

Min/Max: 6/10 students

POEKIE NOOK REGISTRATION

Homework Help with Ms. Delzeith for Grades K-5th - Coming Soon

Ms. Delzeith will be providing after school homework help and extra review of school work in the winter and spring. Students will arrive with their homework and receive support to complete any homework or projects they have for the week. If there is a test coming up, the students will have time to review practice problems and receive extra help with any concepts they may still be working on.

Please note, when students have completed their work, they are able to read or free draw/write quietly. If they are unable to allow their peers to work, they will be dismissed to extended care

Grades K-5 | $55 per session

Date TBD 3:15 - 4:15 pm

Location: Library

Students may ‘"drop in" but they must sign-up the prior day to reserve their spot. Limit of 10 students per session. 

Cancellations must be made on SignUpGenius before noon in order to not be charged for that day.


HW Club Registration  - Coming Soon