Trimester 3 clubs will run from Monday, March 16, 2026 through Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

Club Registration Information

Important: If you register your child in the lottery for one or more clubs, you are committing to paying for all clubs in which your child is selected through the lottery process. You may only enter your child into one club lottery for each day of the week. If you do not enroll and pay for a club in which your child earned a spot in through the lottery, you will lose the ability to enroll them in all other clubs for the current trimester and the next trimester. However, if there is a waitlist for the club, you may be able to drop your child from the club if we are able to enter another student in club.

1.  Club offerings and lottery registration will be made available to families on Wednesday, February 25, 2026. 

2.  Once lottery registration for clubs opens, families will have several days to make selections for their child(ren). Lottery registration will close at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.  NO LATE LOTTERY REGISTRATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

3. We will use a lottery process to fill spots in clubs in which the number of students interested in participating exceeds the number of seats.  Clubs lists will be posted on the HCS After Care Website no later than Monday, March 9, 2026.

4. Most clubs will run from 3:00 pm-4:30 pm, unless otherwise indicated. 

5. For this trimester, payment is due by 3:00 pm on Friday, March 13, 2026 for all clubs in which families were able to successfully register. Payment is due online via Payschools (preferred), or to the main office in the form of check or money order made out to "Hoboken Charter School." If your payment is not received by this deadline, your child will not be able to participate in the club. It is the parent’s responsibility to know their due balances and make accurate payments in a timely manner. 

6. We know that this is a substantial amount of money to pay upfront, especially if your child participates daily, so if you would like, you can submit  two equal partial payments online via Payshools, or  two checks divided equally by the Friday, March 13, 2026 deadline. We will hold the second check for thirty days before depositing it. A $35 bounced check fees will be charged for all checks returned by a financial institution. Repayment shall be required to be made by money order or cashier’s check. 

7. Please review the above "Policies & Procedures" tab for more information.

Hoboken Charter School After School Club Offerings 2025-2026 - Trimester 3

MONDAY CLUBS:

Clever Crafters STEM Club: Grades Kindergarten – 5th with Mr. Kunkel, $265 ($250 + $15 for supplies)

Students will connect crafting with STEM as they use familiar art supplies to design and build playful projects. The focus is on imagination, hands-on making, and exploring different ways to bring ideas to life. Kids will be encouraged to think like designers while they experiment with a variety of materials and artistic techniques.

Ready Set Grow! Spring Garden Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Ajamian, $260 ($250 + $10 for supplies)

Spring is in the air and it’s time for us to get green! Join the Ready Set Grow! Spring Garden club to get the most out of this beautiful time of year. In this club we will be starting flowers from seeds, nurturing growing herbs and other fun activities, games, and green projects! Gardening benefits children in many ways such as engaging all their five senses and enhancing fine motor development. Gardening encourages children to organize, plan and teaches them responsibility. Come join us as we work together to get green and grow. Feel free to bring in a gardening shirt to protect yourself from soil stains!

Girls on the Run: Grades 3rd – 5th with Ms. Davidson, Ms. Desbets (Tarangelo), and Ms. Sanchez, $250 - MUST HAVE PRE-REGISTERED THROUGH GOTR                                                                        

Girls on the Run is a nationwide initiative for girls in grades 3-5. It is a positive youth development program that focuses on building self-esteem and improving emotional and physical health. Girls on the Run, "inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running." It teaches girls many important life skills including positive body images, fitness, and health, working together, being a part of a team, anti-bullying, and setting a goal/meeting it. The training and program culminate into a 5K that we all run together on Saturday, May 16. Girls are able to see their potential and feel what it's like to accomplish their goals. For more information, please visit the website at www.gotrnjn.org. Please make sure you are registered online with GOTR as well. Girls must be able to attend both days. Spots are limited! Please have sneakers and comfortable clothing for each session. Girls can keep sneakers in their lockers.

Immersive Storytellers Club: Grades 5th – 8th with Mr. Duncan, $250

Do you enjoy stories of adventure, fantasy, and Sci-Fi? Have you ever wanted to be a part of them, not just someone who reads them or watches them? If so, then this is the club for you. In the Immersive Storytellers Club, you become one of the storytellers ~ it is your imagination that helps to create the story, the characters, and the world. Along with the other storytellers in the club, you will use your imagination to create a story that unfolds as it is told. Using your imagination, you will act as a character that you create, making decisions, learning skills and abilities, and interacting with the other characters in the adventure. Students from grades 5-8 will work together to tap into their individual imaginations as they work collaboratively to create a story that has never been told before.

Beads and Beyond Club: Grades 2nd – 8th with Ms. Mediavilla, $275 ($250 + $25 for Supplies) 

Do you love making jewelry and beady crafts? In the Beads and Beyond Club, students will explore various types of jewelry making and crafts. Each week, club members will practice making different types of beaded jewelry, from bracelets and anklets to necklaces and rings! We will also explore other beaded and yarn/string crafts, like dream catchers, lanyards, keychains, and more! Students will practice their hand-eye coordination, fine motor skills and collaboration, all the while making their beautiful, trendy creations!

Multi-Sport Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Fredette, $250

Welcome to Multi-Sport Club, where children can enjoy a variety of sports, including floor hockey, basketball, wiffle ball, and many more! Multi-Sport Club offers numerous opportunities for kids to have fun, stay active, and make new friends. With a focus on enjoyment and exercise, every session is filled with excitement and energy. Plus, listen to great music to keep the atmosphere lively and engaging. Join for an unforgettable experience that combines sports, fun, and fitness!

HCS Speech & Debate Team: Grades 5th – 8th with Ms. Shay, $270 ($250 + $20 supplies)      

This after school team will be available for students in 5th-8th grade. We will meet on Monday  afternoons from 3-4:30 We will explore some of the many categories in the competitive Speech and Debate world. During club time we will split our time by working different activities to hone our skills or preparing  pieces for competition. Students who join our team will be expected to come ready to delve into the speech and debate world. Every student will be expected to pick, cut and work on Prose, Poetry or Declamation. We will also have opportunities to work on Prose/ con  challenges and congressional debate. There will be opportunities to compete in asynchronous, online and in- person competitions. We will talk about the power of public speaking and how learning how to think critically and analytically is so important in every aspect of life. We will play some games and find new and exciting ways to communicate effectively through poetry, prose and rhetoric. Come find out what the amazing world of Speech and Debate is all about. Please only register if your child is interested in being a part of this academic heavy club. This club works best as a three-trimester commitment. There will be tournament registration costs.

Extra Innings Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Mr. Forteza, $250                                                                           

In this club students will be provided with a quiet, structured environment to allow him/her to complete their homework. The main objective here is to encourage good work habits, organizational skills, and a sense of achievement in every student. Once their homework is completed, they will have time to play educational games, arts and crafts, coloring, puzzles, and much more.

TUESDAY CLUBS:

Cheer Dance Club: Grades 2nd – 8th with Ms. Mediavilla & Ms. David, $280 ($250 + $30 for supplies)

Let's Go Cougars! Show off your school spirit and pride by learning a choreographed dance and cheer routine in our cheerleading club. Led by Ms. David and Ms. Mediavilla (who used to cheer from 2nd - 8th grade) they will be teaching you techniques and building your confidence at practice. This trimester, you will be learning an entire routine including dance and chants. We will also be performing our routines at school wide events field day and the parent/teacher basketball game! No experience necessary. Don’t forget your sneakers, water bottle, and comfortable clothes!

Science Quest Challenge Club: Grades Kindergarten – 5th with Mr. Kunkel, $260 ($250 + $10 for supplies)

In Science Quest, students engage in STEM challenges inspired by Science Olympiad events. They will launch paper rockets, solve science puzzles, and design egg drop devices, plus plenty more. Students in grades 3-5 who show strong interest and dedication may have the opportunity to represent HCS at a local elementary Science Olympiad competition on May 16, while younger students can still take part in all challenges, just without the competitive aspect.

Game Squad Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Ajamian, $260 ($250 + $10 for supplies)

Welcome to the carnival of fun and games! Game squad includes all types of games including board games, computer games, full class games and small group games. Playing games with other students helps children learn to focus on having fun rather than winning or losing. Engaging in play assists in practicing essential cognitive skills, such as decision making, higher level strategic thinking, and problem solving. The game squad will be filled with fun, friends, and plenty of surprises!

Dessert Decorating Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Davidson, $270 ($250 + $20 for supplies)
In this club, students will explore creativity, fine motor skills, and fun through hands-on dessert decorating. Each week, children will decorate pre-made desserts using frosting, sprinkles, candy, and edible decorations. The focus is on creativity, following directions, and having fun. All desserts will be store bought.

Chess and 3D Puzzles Club: Grades 2nd – 8th with Ms. Leahy $265 ($250 + $15 for supplies)

The Chess and 3D Puzzles Club is a welcoming community for students who want to learn, practice, and enjoy the game of chess, along with other logic games and puzzles. Whether you’re a complete beginner or an experienced player, the club offers a supportive environment to build skills, explore strategies, and challenge yourself. This club encourages critical thinking, patience, sportsmanship, and teamwork—all while having fun and making new friends.

 Cornhole & Ping Pong Club: Grades 3rd – 8th with Mr. Kutchma, $250
Join me for an afternoon of friendly competition and fun! In this club, students will play classic games of cornhole & ping pong, learning skills like teamwork, coordination, and sportsmanship. Each week, we’ll mix things up with casual matches, team tournaments, and creative challenges (like trick shots and target games). Whether you’re a seasoned player or brand new to the games, this club is all about having fun, staying active, and connecting with friends.

School Newspaper Club: Grades 2nd– 8th with Mr. Forteza & Ms. Shay, $270 ($250 + $20 supplies)

Have you ever wanted to be a reporter, editor, or photographer? In the HCS School Newspaper Club, led by Mr. Forteza and Ms. Shay, you will work together to create our very own school newspaper! Whether you enjoy writing, interviewing, taking photos, or designing, there’s a role for everyone. We’ll cover school events, student achievements, fun stories, community events, and more. Join us to help share the voices and stories of our school community!

Extra Innings Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Ms. Roman, $250                  

In this club students will be provided with a quiet, structured environment to allow him/her to complete their homework. The main objective here is to encourage good work habits, organizational skills, and a sense of achievement in every student. Once their homework is completed, they will have time to play educational games, arts and crafts, coloring, puzzles, and much more.

WEDNESDAY CLUBS:

Technology Club: Gaming, Coding & Robotics: Grades 2nd – 8th with Mr. Kunkel, $250        

In this club, students can explore a wide range of technology-based activities offered at HCS. Whether they want to 3D print, code, play Roblox, or try something new, the choice is entirely theirs. Sessions are self-directed, so students pick their projects, switch activities when they want, and follow their curiosity. There’s plenty to discover for any student who loves tech!

Origami Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Ajamian, $260 ($250 + $10 for supplies)

Welcome to the magical world of origami! All levels are welcomed. Beginners will learn all the basics of this ancient art of paper folding. Starting simply, we will learn new folds as each class progresses. The students will create designs from fruit to animals, with a new adventure every week! Each student will receive their own origami paper kit! All projects are of course theirs to take home, and with hundreds of papers in each kit, the art will continue even after class is over.

Girls on the Run: Grades 3rd – 5th with Ms. Davidson, Ms. Desbets (Tarangelo), and Ms. Sanchez, $250 - - MUST HAVE PRE-REGISTERED THROUGH GOTR                                                                           

Girls on the Run is a nationwide initiative for girls in grades 3-5. It is a positive youth development program that focuses on building self-esteem and improving emotional and physical health. Girls on the Run, "inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running." It teaches girls many important life skills including positive body images, fitness and health, working together, being a part of a team, anti-bullying, and setting a goal/meeting it. The training and program culminate into a 5K that we all run together on Saturday, May 16. Girls are able to see their potential and feel what it's like to accomplish their goals. For more information, please visit the website at www.gotrnjn.org. Please make sure you are registered online with GOTR as well. Girls must be able to attend both days. Spots are limited! Please have sneakers and comfortable clothing for each session. Girls can keep sneakers in their lockers.

Knitting and Yarn Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Ms. Leahy, $265 ($250 + $15 for supplies)

The Knitting Club is a fun and relaxing space where students can learn the basics of knitting while expressing creativity and building patience. Knitters will practice simple stitches  and develop fine motor skills at their own pace. Experienced knitters will progress in their study of different stitches and reading patterns. Younger students (grades K-2)  will work on yarn crafts and weaving on small looms.  

Indoor Soccer Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Coach Kutchma, $250

We’ll provide an atmosphere that allows players to develop technically, tactically, physically, and mentally to compete at the highest levels of soccer. This will be done by providing the highest level of coaching in a safe and fun environment and in the most cost-efficient manner possible. Sneakers and gym wear are required.

NASA: The Academy of Future Space Explorers: Grades Kindergarten – 6th with Mad Science, $430

NASA and Mad Science collaborate to educate the next generation! Children go on a voyage of discovery with unique hands-on activities, and amazing demonstrations that explore the sun and stars, space, rocket science, the atmosphere, planets, and moons, and more!

Extra Innings Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Ms. Roman, $250                                                                           

In this club students will be provided with a quiet, structured environment to allow him/her to complete their homework. The main objective here is to encourage good work habits, organizational skills, and a sense of achievement in every student. Once their homework is completed, they will have time to play educational games, arts and crafts, coloring, puzzles, and much more.

THURSDAY CLUBS:

Code in Motion – Unruly Splats: Grades Kindergarten – 6th with Mad Science, $400

Code in Motion transforms coding into an active, engaging experience where kids stomp, jump, and play their way to learning essential STEM skills. By combining movement and technology, this program boosts problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork while sharpening focus and academic performance. Students will use the Splats we provide to code games with their own movements.

Mobile Maker Space: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Jill from Green STEAM Lab, $400

Join Green STEAM Lab as we explore how Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math come together in our Mobile Maker Space. Students will build, design, and create in imaginative ways while learning how to safely and properly use common tools. Each week, we expand on S.T.E.A.M. principles through hands-on games, experiments, and crafts. Students will bring home a completed project from every class that showcases their growing skills and creativity.

Sewing Joy & Creating Kindness: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Sew & So’s Studio, $430

Celebrate spring with creativity and color in this kids’ sewing class designed for all young makers. Inspired by themes of joy, renewal, kindness, and nature, students will learn foundational sewing skills in a fun, inclusive, and supportive environment. Students will design and sew drawstring bags, bookmarks, felt plushies, and fabric headbands, working with bright spring colors and nature-inspired icons such as leaves, sunshine, patterns, flowers, and abstract shapes. Projects are customizable, allowing every student to express their own style and interests while building confidence, patience, and fine motor skills.

Bling It On! Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th  with Mr. Forteza, $275 ($250 + $25 for supplies)       

Bling It On! is a creative after-school club where students can bring their ideas to life through colorful, hands-on design projects. Using gems, rhinestones, and decorative materials, students will transform everyday items into one-of-a-kind creations while building fine motor skills, focus, and artistic confidence. Projects are thoughtfully guided and age-appropriate, giving younger students structure and older students room to explore their own style. No prior art experience is needed, just imagination, curiosity, and a love of sparkle! 

Extra Innings Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Ms. Ajamian, $250                                                            

In this club students will be provided with a quiet, structured environment to allow him/her to complete their homework. The main objective here is to encourage good work habits, organizational skills, and a sense of achievement in every student. Once their homework is completed, they will have time to play educational games, arts and crafts, coloring, puzzles, and much more.

FRIDAY CLUBS:

Brick Builders Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Ajamian, $265 ($250 + $15 for supplies)

Build, Create, Imagine! Brick Builders Club invites students to dive into a world of creativity using Legos, mini-Legos, and click blocks. Whether they’re constructing towering cities, designing tiny masterpieces, or experimenting with new building challenges, kids get the chance to stretch their imagination and problem‑solving skills in a fun, hands‑on environment. It’s the perfect space for young makers to collaborate, explore, and bring their ideas to life one brick at a time.

Pokémon Art Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Ms. Sanchez, $265 ($250 + $15 for supplies)

In this club, we will be exploring the fascinating and exciting world of Pokémon! In each club we will be creating our own Pokémon, Pokémon cards, characters, and world. This is a drawing-based club where we will be exploring different Pokémon and creating our own inspired by their abilities. Students will be able to trade, collect, and battle with the cards we create in this club. This club is good for anyone from Pokémon lovers to anyone interested in creating their own cards, or characters. 

Breakout EDU Club:  Grades 3rd – 8th with Ms. Leahy, $260 ($250 + $10 for supplies)

The Breakout EDU Club is an engaging, hands-on and computer-based club where students explore learning through puzzles, teamwork, and critical thinking. Using the Breakout EDU website, members will work together to solve challenges, crack codes, and unlock digital and physical “breakouts.” They will also try to solve physical puzzles that include ciphers and locks. The club encourages collaboration, problem-solving, creativity, and perseverance as students apply logic, math, reading, and reasoning skills in a fun, game-based environment. 

Gaga Club: Grades Kindergarten – 4th with Coach Kutchma, $250

Gaga is a fast paced, high-energy sport played in an octagonal pit. The more players the better! Dubbed a kinder gentler version of dodge ball, the game is played with a soft foam ball, and combines the skills of dodging, striking, running, and jumping, while trying to hit opponents with a ball below the knees. Players need to keep moving to avoid getting hit by the ball. Fun and easy, everyone gets a serious workout. Sneakers and gym wear are required.

Indian Street Shuffle: Grades Kindergarten – 8th by Shehnaaz Dance Academy & Buzy Bugs, $415

A high-energy, fun fusion of the popular shuffle dance style blended with Bollywood beats. Students will learn basic shuffle techniques, footwork, rhythm, and musicality while adding expressive Bollywood flavor. This exciting program also offers students the opportunity to perform at the SDA’s Spring Showcase 2026. Students will design and create their own custom merch, which will be used on stage as a prop or as part of their costume. Each creation will be truly one-of-a-kind, blending elements of Western style with traditional Indian influences, making the performance visually unique and culturally rich.

Extra Innings Club: Grades Kindergarten – 8th with Ms. Mediavilla, $250                                                                            

In this club students will be provided with a quiet, structured environment to allow him/her to complete their homework. The main objective here is to encourage good work habits, organizational skills, and a sense of achievement in every student. Once their homework is completed, they will have time to play educational games, arts and crafts, coloring, puzzles, and much more.