SPRING 2026 ENRICHMENT CLUBS
April 20 – June 5
Embark on an enriching journey with Northwood's exceptional after-school enrichment programs, each designed to spark creativity, cultivate skills, and foster a love for learning in your child.
MONDAYS • Petals Art Club; Young Engineers Seattle
TUESDAYS • Magikid Robotics; Smart with Art
THURSDAYS • Excel with Chess; Mathnasium
FRIDAYS • Sponge School (Mandarin)
Full details below.
Note: Program cancellation may occur if the minimum student enrollment number is not met per program requirements.
Scholarships are available! Please reach out to Ellen Marks at ellen.marks@mercerislandschools.org.
Join Petals Art Club and help your child develop must-have skills for the future! Our after-school program uses a creative crafting curriculum that is both fun and educational. Students will engage in hands-on projects that foster curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking. We can't wait to watch the creativity blossom! Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Mondays, Apr 6 – Jun 1, 2026 (no class Apr 13, May 25)
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–4:50 PM in Quiet Dining
🧑🎓 Grades: K–5
💰 Fee: $250
🔗 Registration: Petals Art Club Registration
At Young Engineers, our mission is to teach children STEM concepts in a fun and entertaining way. We use customized Lego bricks that come alive when connected to motors. We provide all the Lego equipment, so students just need to bring their creativity and imagination. Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Mondays, Apr 20 – Jun 1, 2026 (no class May 25)
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–4:50 PM
🧑🎓 Grades: K–5
💰 Fee: $210
🔗 Registration: Email rohitk@e2youngengineers.com
We specialize in robotics and STEAM education for children with a focus on hands-on learning, problem-solving, and teamwork. For younger kids, we explore basic structures, gears and drag-and-drop coding, and for older kids (G2+) we explore mechanical design and programming logic. Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Tuesdays, Apr 21 – Jun 2, 2026
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–5:30 PM
🧑🎓 Grades: 2–5
💰 Fee: $280
🔗 Registration: Magikid registration
Join Smart with Art as we go on an amazing animal adventure! Learn fun animal facts while discovering new drawing skills and techniques throughout this engaging art session. Students will work with a variety of mediums including watercolors, collage, oil pastels, printmaking and more! Don’t forget to dress for mess! Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Tuesdays, Apr 21 – Jun 2, 2026
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–4:45 PM
🧑🎓 Grades: K–5
💰 Fee: $211
🔗 Registration: Smart with Art registration
Beginners through advanced players are welcome at Chess Club! Make new friends while learning chess skills and practicing together each week. Chess has been proven to improve focus and critical thinking! In our classroom, chess is also a fun game where we build confidence, socialize, and practice sportsmanship. Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Thursdays, Apr 23 – Jun 4, 2026
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–4:50 PM
🧑🎓 Grades: K–5
💰 Fee: $180
🔗 Registration: Excel with Chess registration
We make math make sense in a fun environment! We meet each student where they are mathematically, whether behind or ahead. It starts with an individual assessment of each student and individualized learning plans to move them forward. Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Thursdays, Apr 23 – Jun 4, 2026
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–4:45 PM
🧑🎓 Grades: K–5
💰 Fee: $464
🔗 Registration: Email mercerisland@mathnasium.com
At Sponge, we see language as a passport to the world. Let’s help your children become global citizens! Our Mandarin program is designed to build comprehension and communication skills through interactive, immersive learning. We teach primarily in the target language using a curriculum packed with fun, games, songs and stories. Learn more!
📅 Club Dates: Fridays, Apr 24 – Jun 5, 2026
⏱️ Meeting Times: 3:45–4:45
🧑🎓 Grades: K–5
💰 Fee: $220
🔗 Registration: Sponge Registration
