In addition to Madison’s MAC Before and After School program, Madison Heights offers a variety of on-site after school opportunities offered by 3rd party vendors for students. Students have the chance to explore their passions, develop practical skills, and collaborate with like-minded peers.
About:Much research and numerous studies have shown that chess can strengthen a child's mental clarity, fortitude, stability, and overall health. Some of the more valuable gifts we receive in chess are not only intellectual, but psychological and emotional. Good chess players are on a dual track of being aware of and utilizing emotions as much as honing cognitive abilities.
Some of the gifts of chess include learning to unleash curiosity, to develop grit and install optimism.
Chess can teach us to see a kalaidescope of solutions to one problem.
During the study and playing of chess, students become exposed to seeing novel and different ideas to a set of problems. Playing chess allows us a wonderful level of creativity, to celebrate freedom, but the same game punishes laziness and bias confirmation.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Thursday Dates: 8/27 – 12/10 Times: 2:35 – 3:35pm
About: Kick it with us after school! This fun, co-ed program helps kids boost their footwork, ball control, and game skills through drills, games, and scrimmages. Players build smarts, teamwork, and confidence - all while having a blast!
All equipment supplied. Please bring a water bottle.
About: The goal of Buddy the Ball is to inspire kids and big kids alike to get active, read, write, create, play, set goals, bounce big and live bigger. Enabling our positive affiliation with kids, families, social media platforms, after-school programs, clubs, and schools, we seek to distribute enriching stories, create fashionable sports wear that symbolizes the "bounce" of a ball, host entertaining events, host competitions, and produce a variety of other useful products.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Monday Dates: 8/24 - 12/14 Times: 2:35 – 3:35pm
About:Our Wizards are an eclectic mix of educators with a passion for the game of chess and an ability to make the game fun for kids!
Our team uses modern teaching techniques, exciting activities, and a sense of humor to create an exciting classroom experience that brings the game of chess to life.
Create a safe, fun and friendly environment for our students; inspire lifelong learning, both on and off the chess board; build relationships and communities connected through the game of chess.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Monday Dates: 9/23 – 12/9 Times: 1:05 – 2:05pm
About:
Dancing Sun Yoga helps students manage their stress and improve their focus while having fun and moving their bodies. With the recent increase in childhood anxiety and stress, research is showing that combining a consistent yoga practice with mindfulness and breathing techniques can increase the overall wellness of our students. Incorporating the body, mind, and breath, students will improve their balance, flexibility, and overall well-being. Our classes incorporate social-emotional tools, playful games and engaging stories to get kids moving and having fun.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Monday Dates: 8/24 – 10/5 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: These Chess Clubs are only for Intermediate and Advanced players who understand the basic rules of chess and know how to move all of the pieces. There will be a lesson and a play portion each class. They are 12 week programs and will be one hour after school.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Wednesday Dates: 8/26 – 12/9 Times: 1:05 – 2:05pm
About: Young investigators step into the role of crime scene scientists to solve an exciting mystery. Through hands-on activities like fingerprinting, chromatography, evidence analysis, and observation challenges, students build logical reasoning while applying the scientific method. Each lesson adds new clues that lead to a collaborative “whodunit” finale, where teams use their skills to crack the case with confidence.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 8/25 – 10/25 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: Students set off on a hands-on tour of global ceramic traditions while mastering sculpting and painting skills. Each class is an adventure—young claymakers pinch, coil, and shape their creations as they “stamp” their passports through time and place. From dragons to tiles, amulets to pots, every project sparks imagination and creativity. Dive into vibrant art-making that builds fine motor skills, cultural awareness, and a love of learning!
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 10/27 – 12/15 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects and use special pieces to create your own unique designs! Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 9/1 - 11/10 Times: 2:30 – 4:00pm
About: Little Medical School is a hands-on, interactive science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program that introduces children ages 3 to 12+ to careers in healthcare. Through dynamic and engaging activities, kids assume the role of various healthcare professionals, such as doctors and veterinarians, using real medical tools and role-playing scenarios.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Friday Dates: 8/28 - 12/11 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: UNLOCK THE MAGIC OF SIGN LANGUAGE! Join our Fall 2026 ASL Beginner Classes and start communicating in a whole new way! Students will learn basic vocabulary, fingerspelling, and everyday conversation skills while exploring Deaf culture through engaging lessons and interactive activities.
Ages/Grades: 1–4
Day of the Week: Friday Dates: 8/28 – 10/2 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: Athletes in Training specializes in on-campus sports for K-6th grade students. We believe that keeping sports simple, fun, local and accessible, is what makes our program unique. Each season, young athletes’ practice, learn skills, and scrimmage after school with classmates. School programs vary, but include several of the following favorites each year: soccer, basketball, flag football, lacrosse, field hockey, and volleyball.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 9/15 – 11/10 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: Athletes in Training specializes in on-campus sports for K-6th grade students. We believe that keeping sports simple, fun, local and accessible, is what makes our program unique. Each season, young athletes’ practice, learn skills, and scrimmage after school with classmates. School programs vary, but include several of the following favorites each year: soccer, basketball, flag football, lacrosse, field hockey, and volleyball.
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 11/17 – 1/19 Times: 2:30 – 3:30pm
About: Join the Heights Elementary Eagles soccer team this Fall! We are thrilled to announce the first season of our after school soccer teams for K-4th grade students!
Convenient Practices: Held on site on Wednesdays right after school. Parents do not need to attend practice but are welcome to come and watch, students will need to be picked up by parents after practices
Expert Coaching: All teams are coached by highly-trained coaches from Soccer Stars and Amazing Athletes of Phoenix East-Valley
No Tryouts Required: All players will get a spot on a team and players will be divided by age and ability. All players will be able to play a minimum of half of every game.
Exciting Games: Compete against teams from neighboring schools throughout the season!
Equipment Provided: Coaches will bring soccer balls and all other necessary equipment to practices and games each week. Students may bring their own soccer ball to practice if the school allows."
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Wednesday Dates: 9/16 – 12/9 Times: 1:00 – 2:00pm
About: Tippi Toes® offers exciting, fun, and energetic dance classes for girls and boys. Using popular age-appropriate music, the students learn choreography and technique in Hip Hop and Jazz. Students will be able to participate in dance recitals twice throughout the school year!
Ages/Grades: K–4
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 8/25 - 12/15 Times: 2:35 – 3:20pm
About: Our 60-minute Spanish class, offered after the regular school day at your child’s school campus, is perfect for both beginners and those with prior exposure who are ready to grow their skills.
Through engaging music, movement, and hands-on activities, children build vocabulary and begin forming simple sentences with confidence. At this age, they are ready for more conversational learning, practicing greetings, introductions, following directions, and guided conversations. Most importantly, they develop confidence and a positive connection to Spanish, laying a strong foundation for continued language growth and future cultural experiences.
At the heart of TicTalk Spanish® are our exclusive Music Collections, thoughtfully created by an early childhood bilingual educator. Featuring nurturing voices and authentic rhythms from across the Spanish-speaking world, these songs make language learning joyful, engaging, and memorable.
Ages/Grades: K–2
Day of the Week: Wednesday Dates: 8/26 - 12/9 Times: 1:05 – 2:05pm
About: Back-to-school season is bursting with creativity at YR! During this session, students will explore a fascinating world of characters, patterns, texture and vibrant color. Young Rembrandts teaches drawing, the basis of all visual arts, in a fun and nurturing setting that ensures success for every child. Each season we offer drawing classes that combine basic drawing techniques, portraiture and cartooning skills by exploring different themes and subject matters. Students will improve core learning skills while developing into a favorite subject matter. All this and more await your child in a Young Rembrandts classroom!
Day of the Week: Monday Dates: 8/24 - 10/26 Times: 2:35 – 3:35pm
About: Turn your child’s love for art into something extraordinary this season! Young Rembrandts classes bring fresh, exciting projects like a globetrotting koala, a video game-inspired still life, and a playful nutcracker. We’ll even create a silly squid dressed as a holiday tree! Every lesson strengthens your child’s focus, fine motor skills, and creativity. From holiday inspiration to everyday fun, there’s so much to discover—enroll your child now!
Day of the Week: Monday Dates: 11/02 - 12/14 Times: 2:35 – 3:35pm
About: Back-to-school season is bursting with creativity at YR! During this session, students will explore a fascinating world of characters, patterns, texture and vibrant color. Young Rembrandts teaches drawing, the basis of all visual arts, in a fun and nurturing setting that ensures success for every child. Each season we offer drawing classes that combine basic drawing techniques, portraiture and cartooning skills by exploring different themes and subject matters. Students will improve core learning skills while developing into a favorite subject matter. All this and more await your child in a Young Rembrandts classroom!
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 8/25 - 10/20 Times: 2:35 – 3:35pm
About: Turn your child’s love for art into something extraordinary this season! Young Rembrandts classes bring fresh, exciting projects like a globetrotting koala, a video game-inspired still life, and a playful nutcracker. We’ll even create a silly squid dressed as a holiday tree! Every lesson strengthens your child’s focus, fine motor skills, and creativity. From holiday inspiration to everyday fun, there’s so much to discover—enroll your child now!
Day of the Week: Tuesday Dates: 10/27 - 12/15 Times: 2:35 – 3:35pm
About: Convenient: On-campus tutoring — no travel, no hassle. Your child gets support right at school before heading home. Flexible: Easy scheduling built around your school’s pickup times. Choose the days that work best for your family. Impactful: Real progress in a familiar, comfortable environment. Students build confidence and get tutoring done on campus..
Ages/Grades: K–4
Days of the Week: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday Dates: 8/24 - 12/17 Times: 2:30 – 3:40pm
