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After-School Program

After-School Enrichment

Scheck Hillel Community School teaches the whole child incorporating intellect, creativity, and discipline. These are the building blocks for successful child development. Scheck Hillel's 2019-2020 After-School Enrichment Program offers options in Design/STEM, Health & Wellness, Creative Arts, and Conversation & Connection. Your children can spend their afternoons expanding critical thinking skills, cultivating talents, and nurturing their bodies and minds. Our 2019-2020 After-School Program is an extension of Scheck Hillel's curriculum, creating opportunities for students to maximize achievement, foster identity and explore passions in a range of learning environments.
 
Scroll down to see options.

Any questions? Please contact Nata Levi, After-School Program Coordinator.
We look forward to learning and growing together!
 
How to Register for After-School Enrichment
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Design/STEM

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  • Chess (Grades 1-3)

    Learn strategies and tactics for every part of chess (openings, middle, end games). The purpose is to have fun and build peer relationships while learning the game. Students receive trophies for achieving goals and reaching new levels while learning this international game.

    13 sessions
    Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/27/2019; 09/03/2019; 9/10/2019; 9/17/2019; 09/24/2019; 10/29/2019; 11/5/2019; 11/12/2019; 11/19/2019; 11/26/2019; 12/3/2019; 12/10/2019; 12/17/2019
    Fee: $285
    Location: Room 22
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  • Engineering Challenge (Grades 3-5) NEW!

    In this class, students design, build, test and compete in local, state and national engineering challenges. They design and construct working solar ovens and cars, robots, code digital musical instruments, create video games and more! Students prepare for competitions like the South Florida EnergyWhiz Expo and the Engineer It Challenge.
    16 sessions
    Fridays, 2:15 pm- 3:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/30/2019; 09/06/2019; 09/13/2019; 09/20/2019; 09/27/2019; 10/4/2019; 10/11/2019; 10/18/2019; 10/25/2019; 11/1/2019; 11/8/2019/ 11/15/2019; 11/22/2019; 12/6/2019; 12/13/2019; 12/20/2019
    Fee: $415
    Instructor: Nancy Penchev, Scheck Hillel I Lab Teacher
    Location: I Lab
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  • IMACS Math Enrichment (Grades 1-5)

    Speaking directly to Scheck Hillel’s educational philosophy - empowering students to develop strengths in logical, critical and abstract thinking skills - IMACS (Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science) has been enhancing students’ education for more than 25 years. Using a unique and fun approach, IMACS math classes are beneficial to students of all age groups, particularly those who are naturally inquisitive or who have shown an early talent for math. An extension of Scheck Hillel's curriculum, students learn the reasoning skills that lead to success and fulfillment in academic and professional careers.

    Begin with a free IMACS placement class. Your child will love it, and you'll see what makes IMACS an opportunity not to be missed. Sessions will be held at Scheck Hillel to evaluate levels of students. You also can take a placement class at an IMACS center; visit imacs.org for the schedule. In order to enroll in an IMACS class, you must attend a placement class with your child and your child must be accepted by IMACS. To register for a placement class, please call IMACS at 954-791-2333 or register at www.imacs.org/home/free-placement-class. To learn more, please visit imacs.org.

    Number of Sessions: 8 per enrollment period (32 throughout the school year)
    Dates: 
    Primary Enrichment (Grades 1-2): Thursdays, 5:35-6:35 PM*
    Elementary Enrichment (Grades 2-3): Thursdays, 4:10-5:30 PM
    Full Math Enrichment (Grades 3-5): Tuesdays, 4:10-6:10 PM
    Fee: $329, $489 and $599, respectively, for 8 sessions
     
    Location: Classrooms TBA
    Instructor: IMACS and Scheck Hillel Faculty
     
    REGISTER HERE FOR FREE PLACEMENT CLASS: imacs.org/home/free-placement-class
     
    *Students enrolled in the 5:35 PM class must be supervised by parents between school dismissal and the class or must be enrolled in another after-school offering until this class begins. Scheck Hillel cannot supervise Lower School students after dismissal who are not enrolled in an enrichment or extra-curricular offering.
     

  • Lego® Storytelling & Moviemaking (Grades 2-5) NEW!

    Do you like Legos? Do you like reading and storytelling? Then this class is for you! Learn how to illustrate your reading, create your own stories and turn your ideas into movies...all with Legos! This class isfor Grades 2-5. Students will celebrate with a blue carpet premiere of our stories and movies at the end of the class.
    15 sessions
    Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/28/19; 09/4/2019; 09/11/2019; 09/18/2019; 09/25/2019; 10/2/2019; 10/16/2019; 10/23/2019; 10/30/2019; 11/06/2019; 11/13/2019; 11/20/2019; 12/4/2019; 12/11/2019; 12/18/2019
    Fee: $390
    Instructor: Nancy Penchev, Scheck Hillel I Lab Teacher
    Location: I Lab
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  • Robotics (PK4-Grade 1)

    New engineers explore robots and programs in a workshop geared toward younger learners. Students learn and explore with robots like Ozobot, Cubetto, Osmo, Bee-Bot and more. These robots use symbols in their coding to make them ideal for younger students.
    12 sessions
    Mondays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/26/2019; 09/09/2019; 09/16/2019; 09/23/2019; 10/7/2019; 10/28/2019; 11/4/2019; 11/11/2019; 11/18/2019; 11/25/2019; 12/9/2019; 12/16/2019
    Fee: $315
    Instructor: Nancy Penchev, Scheck Hillel I Lab Instructor/Lower School Technology Coordinator
    Location: I Lab

Health & Wellness

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  • Krav Maga (Kindergarten-Grade 3)

    Through Krav Maga,children learn practical Israeli self-defense and get in shape through an educational system of Krav Maga, kickboxing, Muay Thai and boxing. Little Ninjas develop confidence and respect and improve reaction time and speed. Age-appropriate lessons about character development and core values are taught through role play and simulation.
    15 sessions
    Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/28/19; 09/4/2019; 09/11/2019; 09/18/2019; 09/25/2019; 10/2/2019; 10/16/2019; 10/23/2019; 10/30/2019; 11/06/2019; 11/13/2019; 11/20/2019; 12/4/2019; 12/11/2019; 12/18/2019

    Fee: $390
    Location: Chapel

  • Krav Maga (PK3-PK4)

    Through Krav Maga,children learn practical Israeli self-defense and get in shape through an educational system of Krav Maga, kickboxing, Muay Thai and boxing. Little Ninjas develop confidence and respect and improve reaction time and speed. Age-appropriate lessons about character development and core values are taught through role play and simulation.
    16 sessions
    Fridays, 2:15-3:00pm
    Dates:
    08/30/2019; 09/06/2019; 09/13/2019; 09/20/2019; 09/27/2019; 10/4/2019; 10/11/2019; 10/18/2019; 10/25/2019; 11/1/2019; 11/8/2019/ 11/15/2019; 11/22/2019; 12/6/2019; 12/13/2019; 12/20/2019
    Fee: $415
    Location: Anna and Abe Dennis Beit Midrash

  • Lil’ Sports Stars (PK3-PK4)

    Lil’ Sports Stars inspires children to get up, get moving and develop a joy and appreciation for exercise and fitness. Students learn about the human body (anatomy, physiology, nutrition)and have fun in a non-competitive, safe, motivational setting. Children learn a new sport and fitness skill each week with the guidance of a coach. Examples include badminton, basketball, bouncing, bowling, football, golf, hockey, hurdles, jai lai, kickball, lacrosse, relays, stretching, tee-ball, tennis, throw and catch, volleyball and more.
    13 sessions
    Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/27/2019; 09/03/2019; 9/10/2019; 9/17/2019; 09/24/2019; 10/29/2019; 11/5/2019; 11/12/2019; 11/19/2019; 11/26/2019; 12/3/2019; 12/10/2019; 12/17/2019
    Fee: $285
    Location: Covered Outdoor Classroom (Blue Awning)

  • Little Warriors Mindfulness & Yoga (Kindergarten-Grade 3) NEW!

    In this class, the littlest warriors take a yoga journey to strengthen coordination, build body awareness, relieve stress, learn to self-regulate and develop a sense of independence and methods for sharing, listening and following directions. Instruction is in the form of animated poses, storytelling, games, art, music and breathing exercises. Children increase coordination, improve concentration, calm the mind, alleviate stress and develop self-expression. Mindfulness and relaxation are part of every class sequence.
    Little Warriors is designed to support children to grow in resilience and resourcefulness, fitness and wellness, creativity and compassion. Mindfulness and yoga (which includes breathing and meditation activities) help children find and cultivate a sense of calm and peace internally so they can more easily soar academically, emotionally and creatively while cultivating healthy mental attitudes and promoting physical fitness. Parents are invited toattend the final class of the session.
    13 sessions
    Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates: 08/27/2019; 09/03/2019; 9/10/2019; 9/17/2019; 09/24/2019; 10/29/2019; 11/5/2019; 11/12/2019; 11/19/2019; 11/26/2019; 12/3/2019; 12/10/2019; 12/17/2019
    Fee: $325
    Location: Room 8

  • Movers & Shakers (PK3-PK4) NEW!

    Movers and Shakers is an early childhood music and movement program that creates community connections, early social learning, a musical foundation and so much more, in a fun, playful environment. This program builds self-esteem, boosts the ability to focus (which studies show helps school performance), encourages learning through exploration and play, nourishes each child's natural musical ability,sparks a passion for music, and gets those brain synapses firing!
    15 sessions
    Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/28/19; 09/4/2019; 09/11/2019; 09/18/2019; 09/25/2019; 10/2/2019; 10/16/2019; 10/23/2019; 10/30/2019; 11/06/2019; 11/13/2019; 11/20/2019; 12/4/2019; 12/11/2019; 12/18/2019
    Fee:$330
    Instructor: Dionne Lockett, Scheck Hillel Schoolwide Performing Arts Teacher
    Location: Room 12

  • Zumba® Babes (PK3-PK4)

    Zumba is afun, high-energy fitness class packed with specially choreographed routines and games for children using music and rhythms like Hip-Hop, Reggaeton, Cumbia, and Salsa. Zumba Babesinspires students to express themselves through movement and play while improving health and well-being. It increases focus, builds self-confidence, enhances creativity and coordination and implementing teamwork skills. Each class is headed by a licensed Zumba Babes fitness instructor.
    12 sessions
    Mondays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates: 08/26/2019; 09/09/2019; 09/16/2019; 09/23/2019; 10/7/2019; 10/28/2019; 11/4/2019; 11/11/2019; 11/18/2019; 11/25/2019; 12/9/2019; 12/16/2019
    Fee: $265
    Location: Room 11

  • Zumba® Kids (Kindergarten-Grade 3)

    Zumba is a fun, high-energy fitness class packed with specially choreographed routines and games for children using music and rhythms like Hip-Hop, Reggaeton, Cumbia, and Salsa. Zumba® Kids inspires students to express themselves through movement and play while improving health and well-being. It increases focus, builds self-confidence, enhances creativity and coordination and implementing teamwork skills. Each class is headed by a licensed Zumba® Kids fitness instructor.
    16 sessions
    Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates: 08/29/2019; 09/5/2019; 09/12/2019; 09/19/2019; 09/26/2019; 10/3/2019; 10/10/2019; 10/17/2019; 10/24/2019; 10/31/2019; 11/7/2019; 11/14/2019; 11/21/2019; 12/5/2019; 12/12/2019; 12/19/2019
    Fee: $350

Creative Arts

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  • Bereshit Theatre (Kindergarten-Grade 2) NEW!

    Scheck Hillel offers a fun way to develop skills in creative storytelling and theatre performance while learning the Parashat haShavuah and the Jewish holidays through acting. Through fun theatre instruction, re-enactments and skits, as well as interactive games, children learn the main story of the weekly parashah or upcoming Jewish holiday.
    15 sessions
    Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/28/19; 09/4/2019; 09/11/2019; 09/18/2019; 09/25/2019; 10/2/2019; 10/16/2019; 10/23/2019; 10/30/2019; 11/06/2019; 11/13/2019; 11/20/2019; 12/4/2019; 12/11/2019; 12/18/2019
    Fee: $285
    Maximum Enrollment: 10 students
    Instructor: Levona Ofri Moshe, Scheck Hillel Early Childhood Teacher
    Location: Room 14

  • Chorus (Kindergarten-Grade 5)

    Every person is capable of making music, and, through the chorus, students cultivate their musical gifts. In this group, students sing a variety of choral literature, as well as build skills like vocal technique, improvisation, sight-reading, critical thinking and listening, while they develop knowledge in music theory and history. As Scheck Hillel's chorus develops, students may participate in community performances.

    16 sessions
    Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/29/2019; 09/5/2019; 09/12/2019; 09/19/2019; 09/26/2019; 10/3/2019; 10/10/2019; 10/17/2019; 10/24/2019; 10/31/2019; 11/7/2019; 11/14/2019; 11/21/2019; 12/5/2019; 12/12/2019; 12/19/2019
    Fee: $350
    Maximum Enrollment: 10 students
    Instructor: Laura Bass, Scheck Hillel Lower School Music Teacher
    Location: Room 55

  • Clay Modeling & Character Design (Kindergarten-Grade 3) NEW!

    With their own little hands and big imagination, students design and bring to life monsters, fairies, animals and other creatures through techniques like pointillism, texturizing and more. Sculpting offers a new platform for children to express their feelings in a magical manner, and it's even more fun and playful with a natural material like clay! This class nurtures students' creativity, fine motor skills and artistic capabilities. 
    13 sessions
    Tuesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates: 
    08/27/2019; 09/03/2019; 9/10/2019; 9/17/2019; 09/24/2019; 10/29/2019; 11/5/2019; 11/12/2019; 11/19/2019; 11/26/2019; 12/3/2019; 12/10/2019; 12/17/2019
    Fee: $340
    Location: TBA

  • Creativity Immersion (Grades 6-9)

    A guided art studio experience where students have fun exploring creative expression using many conventional and unconventional art techniques and materials, including acrylic watercolors, pastels, printmaking, and recycled/up-cycled sustainable materials to create functional objects. A new artistic medium or technique is explored each week.
    16 sessions
    Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/29/2019; 09/5/2019; 09/12/2019; 09/19/2019; 09/26/2019; 10/3/2019; 10/10/2019; 10/17/2019; 10/24/2019; 10/31/2019; 11/7/2019; 11/14/2019; 11/21/2019; 12/5/2019; 12/12/2019; 12/19/2019
    Fee: $415
    Instructor: Edith Shlesinger, Scheck Hillel Upper School Arts Teacher
    Location: High School Art Studio

  • Drumline (Grade 3-Grade 12) NEW!

    Drumline is designed to teach students basic to advanced skills to build coordination, strength, discipline, and creativity. Students showcase these skills in school and community performances. All students have the opportunity to perform in the Scheck Hillel Spring Concert. Re-enrollment for the Winter Semester will be open to the existing students only.

    16 sessions
    Thursdays: 4:00-5:00pm
    Dates:
    08/29/2019; 09/5/2019; 09/12/2019; 09/19/2019; 09/26/2019; 10/3/2019; 10/10/2019; 10/17/2019; 10/24/2019; 10/31/2019; 11/7/2019; 11/14/2019; 11/21/2019; 12/5/2019; 12/12/2019; 12/19/2019
    Fee: $350
    Instructor: Dionne Lockett, Scheck Hillel Schoolwide Performing Arts Teacher
    Location: Room 107

  • Messy Art (Kindergarten-Grade 2)

    Through fun, interactive multimedia visual art projects and personal encouragement students explore the fundamentals of fine art by using professional grade materials, varied techniques and art expressed in a way that kids understand. Whether a beginner in art or a Picasso in training, every student expands their skills to the next level and grow confidently in their artistic abilities throughout the semester. Each week, a new artistic medium or technique is explored.

    12 sessions
    Mondays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/26/2019; 09/09/2019; 09/16/2019; 09/23/2019; 10/7/2019; 10/28/2019; 11/4/2019; 11/11/2019; 11/18/2019; 11/25/2019; 12/9/2019; 12/16/2019
    Fee: $315
    Instructor: Rosa Bitton, Scheck Hillel Early Childhood Teacher
    Location: Lower School Art Studio (Room 27)
     

  • Musical Theatre Production (Grades 3-12)

    Scheck Hillel’s after-school musical theatre program provides outstanding training in singing, acting, and dancing, high quality performances, friendship and fun! The calendar will open with auditions for the fall show in August and the spring show in December. Rehearsals will be Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays (select leads on Tuesdays). This means that students can now sign up for fall after-school enrichment classes in addition to musical theatre! Stay tuned for the 2019-2020 season titles, including Lower School Musical Theatre, and the Upper School Musical Theatre Showcase/One-Act Play. These rich offerings are all part of our schoolwide Jordan Alexander Ressler Arts Program.
    Rehearsals: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, (select leads on Tuesdays) 4:00 PM
    Performance Dates: TBA
    Fee: TBA
    Instructor: Anthony Campisi, Musical Theatre Program Director
    Location: Jordan Alexander Ressler Performing Arts Theatre, Friedman-Uhlar Auditorium

  • Strings: Advanced (Grades 2-5 who have taken Strings for Beginners)

    In Strings, young musicians learn how to play their choice of violin, viola, cello or bass. They strengthen their music skills at a very high level, improve their playing technique and learn to play independent parts in their ensemble. Skills include keeping a beat, playing simple melodies in tune, reading music, problem-solving, working in groups and listening. All students have the opportunity to perform in the Scheck Hillel Spring Concert.

    12 sessions
    Mondays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/26/2019; 09/09/2019; 09/16/2019; 09/23/2019; 10/7/2019; 10/28/2019; 11/4/2019; 11/11/2019; 11/18/2019; 11/25/2019; 12/9/2019; 12/16/2019
    Fee: $315
    Instructor: Angelica Losada, Scheck Hillel Orchestra Director
    Location: Room 107

  • Strings: Beginners (Grades 1-3) NEW!

    New musicians learn how to play the violin and other string instruments. They develop and strengthen music skills like keeping a beat, playing simple melodies in tune, reading music, problem-solving, working in groups and listening.

    15 sessions
    Wednesdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/28/19; 09/4/2019; 09/11/2019; 09/18/2019; 09/25/2019; 10/2/2019; 10/16/2019; 10/23/2019; 10/30/2019; 11/06/2019; 11/13/2019; 11/20/2019; 12/4/2019; 12/11/2019; 12/18/2019
    Fee: $390
    Maximum Enrollment: 10 students
    Instructor: Angelica Losada, Scheck Hillel Orchestra Director
    Location: Room 107

  • Tiny Hands Art (PK3-PK4)

    From Mosaics and stamping to 3D designs and collages, this class teaches a wide variety of techniques to help young children develop fine motor skills and gives them an opportunity to grow as young, imaginative artists.
    16 sessions
    Thursdays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/29/2019; 09/5/2019; 09/12/2019; 09/19/2019; 09/26/2019; 10/3/2019; 10/10/2019; 10/17/2019; 10/24/2019; 10/31/2019; 11/7/2019; 11/14/2019; 11/21/2019; 12/5/2019; 12/12/2019; 12/19/2019
    Fee: $415
    Instructor: Rosa Bitton, Scheck Hillel Early Childhood Teacher
    Location: Room 22

Connection

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  • B’Ivrit: Hebrew Immersion (PK3-PK4) NEW!

    Through songs, music, and games, students build their Hebrew vocabulary. They develop their imagination, acquire new communication skills and explore the basics of modern language connected to their heritage. Instruction includes fundamental elements like Alef Bet and conversational Hebrew.
    12 sessions
    Mondays, 4:00-5:00 pm
    Dates:
    08/26/2019; 09/09/2019; 09/16/2019; 09/23/2019; 10/7/2019; 10/28/2019; 11/4/2019; 11/11/2019; 11/18/2019; 11/25/2019; 12/9/2019; 12/16/2019
    Fee: $265
    Instructor: Levona Ofri Moshe, Scheck Hillel Early Childhood Teacher
    Location: Room 14

  • Spanish (Grades 4-5) NEW!

    In this class, students are in total immersion, spending 100% of class time speaking and learning in Spanish. The Berlitz Kids approach speaks to every type of student, incorporating modeling, repetition, gestures, movement, pictures, songs, collaborative groups and independent work. The instruction is designed to improve the speed and quality of students' learning experiences while growing as multilingual students.
    13 sessions
    Tuesdays, 4 PM-5 PM
    Dates:
    08/27/2019; 09/03/2019; 9/10/2019; 9/17/2019; 09/24/2019; 10/29/2019; 11/5/2019; 11/12/2019; 11/19/2019; 11/26/2019; 12/3/2019; 12/10/2019; 12/17/2019
    Fee: $370 (includes materials fee)
    Instructor: Berlitz Languages
    Location: TBA

  • Spanish (Kindergarten-Grade 3) NEW!

    In this class, students are in total immersion, spending 100% of class time speaking and learning in Spanish. The Berlitz Kids approach speaks to every type of student, incorporating modeling, repetition, gestures, movement, pictures, songs, collaborative groups and independent work. The instruction is designed to improve the speed and quality of students' learning experiences while growing as multilingual students. 
    12 Sessions 
    Mondays, 4 PM-5 PM
    Dates:
    08/26/2019; 09/09/2019; 09/16/2019; 09/23/2019; 10/7/2019; 10/28/2019; 11/4/2019; 11/11/2019; 11/18/2019; 11/25/2019; 12/9/2019; 12/16/2019
    Fee: $350 (includes materials fee)
    Instructor: Berlitz Languages
    Location: TBA

  • Spanish with a Twist (PK3-Grade 1)

    Through fun and interactive art activities and games, children build their Spanish vocabulary and further develop their conversational skills. Through fun projects students learn vocabulary for shapes, colors, feelings, food, numbers, and more. It's a Spanish class with a "twist" of some extra fun.
    16 sessions
    Fridays, 2:15-3:15 pm
    Dates:
    08/30/2019; 09/06/2019; 09/13/2019; 09/20/2019; 09/27/2019; 10/4/2019; 10/11/2019; 10/18/2019; 10/25/2019; 11/1/2019; 11/8/2019; 11/15/2019; 11/22/2019; 12/6/2019; 12/13/2019; 12/20/2019
    Fee: $415
    Location: TBA

Rules and Policies

  • After-School Enrichment classes are held on a first-come, first-serve basis, and space is limited. All classes are subject to minimum enrollment and some have a maximum enrollment, as noted in offerings when applicable.
  • A kosher snack is provided by Scheck Hillel for every student enrolled in the After-School Enrichment Program. The registration fee includes the cost of the snack. Students may bring fruit as a personal snack from home. 
  • Parents pick up their children from Carpool 1 (Main Gate). 
  • All Scheck Hillel rules and policies in the Student-Parent Handbook apply to enrichment programs.
  • Make-up classes are given for any classes canceled by the school. Parents are notified in advance about make-up dates. Credit is not issued for classes missed due to illness or student conduct. 
  • Registration changes and refunds are applicable during the first week of a session.
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    For additional information on any of the enrichment classes please contact Nata Levi, After-School Enrichment Program coordinator, at (305)931-2831 x441 or via email at levinatalie@eHillel.org.