Clubs

Improv with Allie

Thursdays 3:15-4:00pm

All year: September 7th-June 17th

Ages 10-19

Through games and exercises, students in Improv will explore activities that will lower their shoulders, give everyone belly laughs and let you know yourself and your peers better. Utilizing activities from her years of experience as a seasoned improv comedian, Allie will help you learn how to gain the attention of a room and how to surprise an audience. Experienced dramatists and those brand new to theatresports are welcome to join this group of playful improvisationalists.

Philosophy with Paul

Thursdays 3:15-4:00pm

All year: September 7th-June 17th

Ages 10-19

Think about life’s big questions with Paul and find out if they even have answers! From practical real-life ethical quandaries to more hypothetical discussions about general existence, this course will cover every and all topics concerned with our existence and the questions it poses. While pondering the meaning of life students will explore music, videos, science experiments and readings that not only boggle the mind but encourage you to think in new ways about the world and our place in it. This course will explore such topics as: Why do we learn? What is it to be a person? Is there such a thing as right and wrong? Why is philosophy important? and Where does philosophy fit in the real world?

Chess Club with Phil

Mondays 3:15-4:00pm

All year: September 7th-June 17th

Ages 10-19

Phil’s chess club is available to students who are interested in learning, playing, and developing skills in recreational and/or competitive chess. Whether you want to improve your Petrov’s Defence, Elephant’s Gambit, or simply want to learn the basics, Phil will steer you through the strategic and noble game of chess. Playing opponents in a friendly and supportive environment, Phil will support you in developing strategy, planning and execution of all the right moves towards checkmate. Students will explore the history and theory of chess, who the masters are, and how ‘Deep Blue’ became the first computer to beat a reigning world champion. Phil’s wealth of knowledge brings the game to life for students looking to improve their game-play, develop new tactical approaches, and identify ways to forward plan strategy.

Science in the News with Martin

Mondays 3:15-4:00pm

All year: September 7th-June 17th

Ages 10-19

Learn about the newest discoveries and scientific marvels! From the frontiers of science, you’ll explore controversial issues and new ideas that make us all think about the evolving world we’re embedded in. Martin will blow your mind with a diverse sample of developments happening in the world, providing you with cutting edge news and research, and maybe a demonstration or two!