Join two art-loving Irvington parents, Jess Taylor and Anbrit Long, for a creative journey through art as we get inspired by the diverse perspectives, styles and methods of contemporary artists from around the world! Through hands-on projects inspired by the work of these artists, students will develop their artistic skills, experiment with different techniques, and gain a deeper understanding of the power of art in reflecting and shaping our modern world. If you have any trouble with this form, or any questions for us, please email Jess at jessicabrooketaylor@gmail.com and she will help you out.

An Art Walk in the Rose City- In this art adventure, students will explore Portland from the skyscrapers to the ski slopes. Our journey will include imaginary visits to the zoo to inspire clay animal creations, to cafes to create paper collage sandwiches and even to Oaks Park to explore the rides! We’ll also imagine leaving the city to sled at Mt. Hood and to collect shells at the coast. Using paint, paper, clay and more, students will engage their imaginations in our city’s special offerings. (All classes take place in Room 214 at Irvington!)Email: julieperko@yahoo.com

Students is grades 3-5 will be creating a variety of art projects with a focus on fiber materials. We’ll discover different weaving techniques, needle felting, fabric collage, dyed batiks, and more! The class fee covers the cost of supplies as well as snacks. I’m looking forward to extra art-making with your kiddos! Email nreed@pps.net

Kids will learn fundamentals of shooting, passing, and dribbling while emphasizing FUN! Players will have a chance to put their skills into action during scrimmage time.

Email elofquis@pps.net

The 2024-25 OBOB season is here, and we are excited to once again offer a short after school prep course where we will talk about how OBOB works, review various studying techniques, run through practice questions, and even engage in some practice battles.

**NEW THIS YEAR** Due to the popular demand last year, and because our OBOB participation has grown this year, we are offering the after school class on two separate days. The content of the courses will be the same. We are offering the class on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the month of January. Please check the option(s) that work for you, and if you are available either day, please check for both days. We are aiming to keep the class sizes balanced. We will do our best to keep teams together where possible, but class size balancing will be a factor.

NOTE: THIS CLASS WILL ONLY RUN FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY

This class will be run by parent volunteers Kevin Gauthier, Mike Benkoski, Nicole Galloway and Becky Rencova. The fee is $100 and proceeds will be donated to the Irvington PTA. Scholarships available!

The goal is to provide a location to learn, study, ask questions about, and play Chess. Sets and boards will be provided, bring only your brains (and your backpack)!

Email robertstjames@gmail.com

Owl & Bee Clay Company is coming to Irvington School for a 10-class clay session designed to inspire kids to create a body of work that is unique to each child. Kids will be introduced to hand-building techniques using earthenware clay and surface embellishment through drawing and painting with colored glazes. They will be encouraged to share their stories, thoughts and interests through the sculptural and functional objects they make. There will be structured projects to help give them direction, but freedom to experiment and take their ideas in any direction they choose. The child is the visionary… the way they see the world and how they express it is the most important thing. And of course we have a lot of fun!! Email owlandbeeclaycompany@gmail.com

Play-in-a-Box- The magic lasts ’til midnight! All Cinderella wants to do is dance, but her nefarious step-family keeps getting in the way. Everyone gets a part in this fairytale-inspired play, complete with costumes and props. The best part? All production elements fit in a box! Get creative and work together as you put a modern twist on a timeless classic. Email: outreach@nwcts.org theater games that focus on the tools of the actor: body, voice, and IMAGINATION! Develop your performance skills through character creation, whimsical world-building, teamwork, and more!

Our Electronic Music Club welcomes 2nd-5th graders to explore the exciting world of music production, even with no prior music or tech experience! In a fun and supportive environment, students will learn to create their own tunes using modern production software, blending music theory with hands-on experimentation. All necessary equipment—computers, keyboards, and headphones—is provided, so participants just need to bring their creativity. Taught by an experienced local musician, this class is perfect for beginners and encourages STEAM learning as students dive into the intersection of science, technology, engineering, art, and math through music. Email info@electronicmusicclub.net

Culture Club teacher Jamie, with over 20 years of experience, immerses children in French culture and the essentials of active language learning, making French accessible and enjoyable. Through engaging games, movement, and play, children naturally understand and acquire the language, using the latest in brain science to build skills that last. Classes offered 4-6 year olds and 6-12 year olds. Get in touch to find a class for your child! Email jamie.michaud@gmail.com

German language and culture class taught by Irvington parent and UP professor, Matt Straus. While our primary content will be games, songs, and play, we will also establish core vocabulary. Students will also learn about traditions, holidays, and stories from German-speaking countries.

Email: strausm@up.edu

This is an effort by the Green Team to get kids of all ages more directly involved in sustainability projects and issues at our school. Email alynda.lingwood@gmail.com eloisegrout@gmail.com

Learn singing, dancing and stage performance skills through the fun of Karaoke! Students will practice and perform songs of their choosing as well as explore the examples of great performers and singers. It isn’t required for participants to sing Karaoke or perform for the group alone. There will be many ways to participate….like doing duets/trios, being a back-up singer or dancer and we’ll always need an audience as well as musicians on air guitar & drums! The class is open to 1st through 5th graders. Amanda is a long time singer and performer, growing up in Nashville, TN singing first with her musician parents and later being a lead singer for several rock, funk and jazz bands throughout high school, college and beyond. Amanda is Mama to Irvington students Amelia (1st grade) and Maggie (5th grade) and has passed a PPS background check:)

Payment can be made to Amanda by cash, check or Venmo @Amanda-Torrey

Email: alht117@gmail.com

Join the LEGO Club at Irvington led by the Tinker-Westwood family and former IED teacher Sonora! Students will build on creativity, problem-solving, critical thinking skills and cooperation using LEGO to build solutions to various engineering design challenges. Each week we will have a theme/building challenge, though students will always have the option to free build. Email lbwestwood@gmail.com

Join our class at Irvington for fun and games indoors and out while learning Mandarin through active play. Learn basic conversation, character recognition and basic writing. We use kazoos to reinforce tones along with crafting and play time in Mandarin. Email portlandchineselessons@gmail.com

Join the Money Club, where 5th graders can get curious about money through games, videos, activities, and discussions! Students will learn how money works in the real world, covering the basics of personal finance with topics such as earning, spending, saving, sharing, investing, and banking. Led by Irvington parent Megan Cummings, this club aims to empower kids with the skills to build a strong financial future and make smart money choices. Email plannermegan@gmail.com

In this magical, hands-on art class, kids will prepare real potions for the home and body (candles, soaps, glitter slime, scented sprays, etc.) using dried herbs and flowers, essential oils and other high quality ingredients. They’ll also work with live plants and decorate their containers.
This class will be enchanting for kids who love to make hand-made gifts, and who after a full day at school can still carefully work with measuring and mixing ingredients, gently handling glass containers and other fragile materials. Email allisonhowarddesigns@yahoo.com

View photos from prior classes at www.Facebook.com/AllisonHowardJewelry

Trading and playing Pokemon after school

Email: michael.benkoski@gmail.com

After school futsol/soccer enrichment class led by Irvington parent Mike Benkoski. Kids will learn basic soccer fundamentals, play structured games, learn team building skills, and have fun! All proceeds from this class will go to the Irvington PTA.

Our small, play-based, interactive Spanish classes are a wonderful opportunity for children to learn and practice Spanish in a warm, supportive environment. Our classes are full of songs, games, books, and lots of movement! Our teachers are trained to teach a wide range of skills, levels, and ages. Email admin@adventuresinspanish.org

After-school sports enrichment class led by Irvington Parent Mike Benkoski. Kids will play a variety of different sports and games, learning balance, body control and teamwork. All proceeds will go to the Irvington PTA.

Irvington’s own Tumble & Groove Team learns dances & gymnastics tricks with Ms. Wich and Ms.Kara. Students will work on developing strength, rhythm, and teamwork all while learning some gymnastics and having fun to music! Ms. Wich is currently a part of a professional dance company in Portland, Oregon. Come join us! Students in grades 2-5 who have body awareness & some muscle control are encouraged to join!

Email kwich@pps.net and kstroman@pps.net

Learn all about the ukulele!!! In this class we’ll learn chords, strums, sing and listen to professionals talk about and play their instruments. This class is for beginners, yet those with experience can sign up TOO!! Email timueckermusic@gmail.com

In these fun and active classes kids will stretch and energize their bodies and minds through individual and group poses, mindfulness games and creative relaxation techniques. Packed with playfulness, positivity and fun, these classes give kids the tools they need to manage their behaviors to lead happier, healthier and more peaceful lives. Improve focus and concentration, develop strength and coordination, increase confidence and self esteem, learn self calming techniques, get a healthy body and mind, and have fun! Email barb@yogaplaygrounds.com