Clubs/Extracurricular Activities

Explore, Learn, and Grow Beyond the Classroom

At Ivywood, learning and growth extend beyond the classroom. Our after-school programs provide students with exciting opportunities to explore new interests, develop skills, and build lasting friendships.

Our programs are designed to inspire wonder, teamwork, and personal growth. Whether students are looking to express themselves, challenge their minds, or develop new skills, there’s something for everyone at Ivywood!

*Each club lasts 8 weeks and begins at the start of each school session.

Singapore Math Club

When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays After School

Grades: K – 4th

This 8-week session will offer students a chance to focus on building and sharpening the math skills specifically needed to successfully navigate the Singapore/Dimensions Math curriculum. Students practice math facts, solve number bonds and bar modules, and use math manipulatives when adding and subtracting.

Science and Engineering Club

When: Thursdays After School

Grades: 6th and Up

Sessions will include introduction to engineering drafting and CAD. Club entry includes complete drafting kit.

Art Exploration Club

When: Wednesdays After School

Grades: 5th and Up

Art exploration is a time for students to take a deeper dive into art creation. Students will work with acrylic painting, watercolor, soft and oil pastels, 3-D design, and much more! All materials will be provided. No experience necessary.

French Club

When: Thursdays After School

Grades: 3rd and Up

Students will work primarily with reading and writing in a foreign language. No prior knowledge needed. Students will be provided with workbooks and activities.

Newspaper Club

When: Fridays After School

Grades: 4th and Up

A school newspaper is a perfect way to get involved and learn workplace skills such as time management, meeting deadlines, and communicating with others. No previous experience needed. Looking for editors, reporters, photographers, comics, and more!

Classical and Creative Dance Club

When: Wednesdays After School

Grades: 1st and 2nd

Introduction to the art of classical ballet, jazz, and improvisation. Plus creative movement with games, music, stories, and more!

Chess Club

When: Mondays and Wednesdays After School

Grades: 2nd and Up

Second and third graders will participate in an introductory course on Mondays, while all other grades will participate on Wednesdays. No prior knowledge needed.

Marksmanship Club

When: Meeting Schedule TBD

Grades: 5th and Up

Meetings are broken up into two sessions – learning and shooting. No pistol ownership required. Parent or guardian required to attend each meeting.

Drama Club

When: Tuesdays After School

Grades: 3rd and Up

Students will participate in learning stage direction, puppeteering, prop-engineering, and make-up techniques.

Ski and Snowboarding Club

When: Fridays After School

Grades: K and Up

Join us on Mt. Brighton as we adventure the slopes! Lift tickets and rental equipment are not included. Lessons may also be purchased.

Yearbook Club

When: Tuesdays After School

Grades: 8th and Up

Have a creative eye? Look no further, join the yearbook club! No previous experience needed. Looking for editors, photographers, illustrators, graphic designers, and more!

ASL Club

When: Wednesdays After School

Grades: 2nd – 4th

Learn about American Sign Language through workshops and practice. Learn letters, phrases, sentences, and more!

Sewing Club

When: Tuesdays After School

Grades: 4th – 8th

Students will learn basic hand sewing and embroidery skills! All supplies included. No prior experience needed.

We Also Offer Several Athletic Clubs!

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About Ivywood Classical Academy

Ivywood Classical Academy is a tuition-free public school academy that will educate students using the virtues-based, content-rich, classical education tradition.

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Hours

Monday—Thursday: 8:10AM – 3:10PMEarly Release Days (Fridays): 8:10AM – 1:10PM

Phone Number

(248) 207-1757

Hours

Monday—Thursday: 7:45AM – 2:45PM Early Release Days (Fridays): 7:45AM – 12:45PM

Phone Number

(248) 207-1757
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Lower Campus

Hours

Monday—Thursday: 8:10AM – 3:10PM

Early Release Days (Fridays): 8:10AM – 1:10PM

Phone Number

*Option 3 for Attendance
(248) 207-1757

Upper Campus

Hours

Monday—Thursday: 7:45AM – 2:45PM

Early Release Days (Fridays): 7:45AM – 12:45PM

Phone Number

*Option 3 for Attendance
(248) 207-1757

Parents may start dropping students off at 7:50 am. Doors open at 8:00 am, and there are three drop off options:

Option 1: Drop off at 7:50, a staff member will supervise students outside of the building until the door open.

Option 2: Park and walk to the entrance from 8:00 - 8:10. Parents may escort their children to the front or side doors.

Option 3: Utilize the car loop from 7:50 - 8:09

Ivywood utilizes a staggered dismissal. All parents must park and enter through the main entrance. All designated pick-up people must present their ICA identification barcode which will be scanned by an ICA employee prior to gaining entrance to the building. Students are dismissed directly from classrooms.