Even though we may not be together for the start of the 2020-2021 school year, we are so excited to offer virtual or modified club experiences for our students.  

If you are looking for additional options for full and partial day enrichment, please see our Community Camps information page.
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​​Please Note:
  • Registration and payment of registration fees are handled by the club/organization.
  • ​Please direct any questions about the club directly to the organization/program.

Ballantyne Elementary School Sponsored Clubs

CHorus Club - More Information to coming soon!
Chorus Club 
Grades 2-5, Time & Dates TBD
​$25
Performances: 
  • Winter Performance - TBD 
  • Spring Performance - TBD
  • 4th-5th grade BES chorus members can also audition for CMS Honors Chorus​​  
Orchestra Club - more information Coming Soon!
Orchestra Club
Grades 3-5, Time & Dates TBD
$25 plus students will need an instrument, book and music stand
Performances: 
  • Performance TBD
Paw PRess Student newspaper Club - NOW REGISTERING!
Register Your 5th Grade Students Now!  Registration Ends on September 22nd!
Who: Grade 5 Only
When: Every Thursday morning from 7:45 a.m. to 8:25 a.m. via Zoom
Session Dates: Session 1- Oct. 1 to Jan. 22 and Session 2 - Jan. 29 to May 13
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​Here are a Few Quick Notes:
  • In order to provide the most enriching experience in the virtual environment, this year's club is only open to 5th grade students.
  • Even though there are 2 sessions, all interested students must sign up now to participate!
  • Priority will be given to any Paw Press 4th Graders that were assigned to session 3 last year who did not get to participate in their session due to the school closures.
  • Only 40 students may participate this year, if more than 40 students are interested, there will be a lottery to fill both sessions.

Before/After School Activities with Community Partners

These organizations and programs operate independently of CMS and are solely responsible for selecting, hiring, and supervising its staff and volunteers.  They are neither endorsed by nor necessarily reflective of the views of the Board, the district, or any CMS school.
Art ClubS
Art Club: Young Rembrandts
FALL SESSION NOW REGISTERING
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What: Ballantyne Elementary Drawing On Demand
Who: Ages 6-12
When: On Your Schedule, On Demand!
Session Dates: Begins Monday September 7th
Cost: $40 for 4 lessons

​Here are a Few Details of our Fall On Demand Drawing Club:
  • Our online elementary-aged curriculum is designed to virtually teach basic to advanced drawing skills, art techniques and vocabulary.
  • In this session, Young Rembrandts students will have 4 great lessons including a yummy pizza, "funky figures", a pirate ship and piglet at bath time!
  • We believe that drawing is the bedrock skill required for future artistic success. We give students skills to express their creativity and believe that all children can - and should - learn to draw.
  • Each week students will be sent a new and exciting online lesson via email. Videos can be played any time and can be paused to match the pace of each artist!
  • You will be able to access each of the 4 videos, 5 times before the end of 2020 to complete your on-demand club work.
  • Students need only basic supplies such as paper, pencil, eraser, sharpie, broad tip markers, color pencils and a blotter or mat (to keep the table clean!).  Specific supplies needed will be stated at the beginning of each on-demand lesson.
  • Students will thrive with increased art abilities, learning skills, self-confidence and self-esteem.
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  • Click on Fall 2020
  • Click on Ballantyne Elementary School On Demand
  • Click to Login and Register
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Chess Club
​Chess Club: Charlotte Chess Center
FALL SESSION NOW REGISTERING!

Who: Ballantyne Elementary Grades 1-5
When: Mondays, 4:30 pm
Session Dates: Monday, September 14th - Monday, December 14th  (13 Weeks!)
​Cost: $150 

​Here are a Few Preview Details of our Fall Virtual Chess Club:
  • Live, virtual, interactive lessons, activities, and games to provide social enrichment
  • BES-Only Chess Club - your scholar's Chess Club will continue to be composed of only students from Ballantyne Elementary to maintain and foster school spirit
  • Similar day and time as past semesters (as much as possible) to maintain sense of normalcy. 
  • While we hope your scholar will register for your school's chess club to foster school spirit, we do have special time blocks available for those who cannot make this time slot. More information is available on the registration link.
  • Mid-September start date to allow ample time for scholars and parents to first settle in to their academics
  • Minimal, kid-safe platforms and technology-training for our Master Coaching staff and to ensure smooth, effective functioning of the Club
  • Interested in learning more about how Chess Club will work?  Watch this Video!
 
Registration open now!

​Drama Club - No Fall 2020 Session
Drama Club with the Ballantyne Arts Center (YMCA) will not be returning this Fall.  Please be on the lookout for information on a possible Spring 2021 session if circumstances change!
Dream Chasers Fitness Club - No Fall 2020 Session
Dream Chasers - Formerly Xcel 2 Fitness
THERE WILL BE NO FALL 2020 SESSION, PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR A POSSIBLE SPRING 2021 SESSION

Boys in Grades 3-5
Flag Football
Flag Football - Go 4 It Athletics
FALL SESSION STILL TO BE DETERMINED
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Grades 3-5
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​Foreign Language Clubs
Sarah's Virtual Spanish School
Class Description:
  • Grades K-6th
  • Self-paced. Lifetime access. One price for the whole family (not per student). 
  • 15 week introductory online Spanish course for kids! 2-3 classes per week (at your own pace) with vocab lists, PDF printable worksheets and quizzes with answer keys, and online activities, flashcards, and games!
  • Uses games, songs, stories, and more to teach the basics of conversational Spanish. 
  • Some topics included: Introductions/Greetings, Feelings, Colors, Days of Week, Months, Counting, Age, Likes/Dislikes, Alphabet, Weather, Seasons, Sports, and More! 
  • Taught by the owner and founder of Sarah's Spanish School, Ms. Sarah. 
  • Includes BONUS cooking classes, craft classes, and more! 

For more information and to register head to:​
sarahsspanishschool.com
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​​GIRLS ON THE RUN (GIRLS RUNNING CLUB)
Girls On The Run At Home

Who: Girls in Grades 3-5
Where: Virtual
When: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4:00-5:00 pm
Session Dates: Fall 2020 Registration Closed, Be On The Lookout for Spring 2021 Information This Winter
Cost: $170 includes: 
  • A minimum of 15 hours of instruction conducted by trained Girls on the Run coaches
  • An official GOTR t-shirt
  • All lesson materials including a GOTR journal
  • A cinch sack to store all lesson materials
  • Entry for the season-ending site-based or virtual celebration
  • A GOTR finisher's medal

Girls on the Run Greater Charlotte is excited to offer virtual programming for our school-based sites! Over the 8-week long program, girls will meet with their peers over Google Meet or Zoom for one hour 2 times per week to review our research-based lessons that incorporate physical activity in a fun and engaging way. Girls will connect, build healthy habits and stay physically active. Girls will have the option to dial-in if computer or internet access is limited. Take-home journals will also allow for every girl to connect to the lessons, explore her thoughts and exercise her mind!

​NOTE: CLUB DOES NOT MEET ON SCHOOL HOLIDAYS OR EARLY RELEASE DAYS

GIRL SCOUTS
Girl Scouts - Daisies (K and Grade 1), Brownies (Grades 2-3), and Juniors (Grades 4-5)
Girl Scouts USA Annual Fee, Uniform Fee for New Members + Troop Dues

MANY TROOPS ARE NOT MEETING CURRENTLY BUT YOU CAN INDICATE INTEREST IN TROOP PLACEMENT AT THE SITE BELOW TO GET PAIRED WITH AN AVAILABLE TROOP or BE NOTIFIED WHEN A TROOP SPACE OPENS UP!

Information at https://www.hngirlscouts.org

Virtual Information Sessions: Click Here
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LET ME RUN (BOYS RUNNING CLUB) - No Fall 2020 session
Let Me Run 
THERE WILL BE NO FALL 2020 SESSION, PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR A POSSIBLE SPRING 2021 SESSION
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Boys in Grades 4-5

​Musical Instrument CLubs
Virtual Guitar Club - Next Step Ed 
FALL SESSION Will Begin Once There Are 7 Registered Students
Cost: $150 (Includes all material for lessons)
​Coming Soon - Click Here For Informational Flyer
-Beginning Guitar Club for 2nd & 3rd Grade - Tuesdays 3:30-4:15 pm
-Beginning Guitar Club for 4th & 5th Grade - Mondays 3:30-4:15 pm 
-Intermediate Guitar Club for 2nd & 3rd Grade - Thursdays 3:30-4:15 pm
-Intermediate Guitar Club for 4th & 5th Grade - Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:15 pm
-Advanced Guitar Club for 2nd to 5th Grades - Fridays 3:30 - 4:15 pm

​Scholarships Available Based on Financial Need!

Many club offerings are full or have begin their session - if you are interested, please click below to see available options:
Virtual Piano Club - Next Step Ed 
FALL SESSION Will Begin Once There Are 7 Registered Students
Cost: $150 (Includes all material for lessons)
​Coming Soon - Click Here For Informational Flyer
-Beginning Piano Club for 1st & 2nd Grade - Tuesdays 4:30-5:15 pm
-Beginning Piano Club for 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade - Mondays 4:30-5:15 pm 
-Intermediate Piano Club for 1st & 2nd Grade - Thursdays 4:30-5:15 pm
-Intermediate Piano Club for 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade - Wednesdays 4:30 - 5:15 pm
-Advanced Piano Club for 2nd to 5th Grades - Fridays 4:30 - 5:15 pm

​Scholarships Available Based on Financial Need!

Many club offerings are full or have begin their session - if you are interested, please click below to see available options:
​SCOUTING - Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts
Are you interested in your Bear Cub becoming a Cub Scout?  If so, then download the flyer at the link below and look for the location and date that fits your schedule to find out how to register!

Want to learn more?  Watch a promotional video by Clicking Here!

​SOCCER SHOTS
Soccer Shots Virtual School Camps 

Are you looking for a traditional soccer camp for your child?  Click Here to see Options!

Are you looking for Half or Full Day School Camp Options?  Click Here to Head to Our Camps Page!
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TENNIS CLUB - No Fall 2020 Session
Tennis Club - TennisPlusFun
THERE WILL BE NO FALL 2020 SESSION, PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR A POSSIBLE SPRING 2021 SESSION
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