After School Academy 26-27

Academic Competitions
HPS Drone Competition 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Mr. Combs
Open to: 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
Meetings: Wednesdays 4:00-5:00
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: HPS-wide/ Regional Competition - Presented in partnership with FTW Robotics and Rice University, HPS Drone Race is the perfect event offering elementary, middle school and high school students an opportunity to get hands-on experience in STEM education in the form of an affordable, fast-paced game. Students will learn to safely operate a drone, work as a team, and research workforce applications of aerial robotic technology; all while having a blast!
Math Olympiad 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Mercado
Open to 4th & 5th Grade Students
Meetings: Wednesday 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Mathematical Olympiads for Elementary and Middle Schools (MOEMS) is a worldwide math competition, organized by a not for profit foundation with the same name. It is held yearly from November through March with one test administered each month. Tests are given at individual schools and results are sent to MOEMS for scoring. Schools, home schools and institutions may participate in the contest. [1] Two dozen other nations also participate in the competition. There are two divisions, Elementary and Middle School. Elementary level problems are for grades 4-6 and Middle School level problems are for grades 7-8, though 4-6 graders may participate in Middle School problems. Hundreds of thousands of students participate annually in MOEMS events.
VEX Robotics 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Payan & Ms. Jackson
Open to Grades: 3rd, 4th & 5th
Requirements: Students must tryout
Meetings: Tuesdays 3:20 pm - 5:00 pm
Purpose: VEX Robotics is a robotics program for elementary through university students, and a subset of Innovation First International. The VEX Robotics competitions and programs are managed by the Robotics Education and Competition Foundation (REC).[1] In April 2018, VEX Robotics Competition was named the largest robotics competition in the world by Guinness World Records
Athletics
- Basketball 4th & 5th
- Cheerleading 3rd, 4th & 5th
- Cross Country 3rd, 4th & 5th
- ESports 3rd, 4th & 5th
- Soccer 4th & 5th
- Volleyball 4th & 5th
Basketball 4th & 5th
Cheerleading 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Mercado
Requirements: Students Must Tryout
Meetings: Tuesday 4:00-5:00
Grade Level: 3rd -5th
Purpose: Cheerleading is available for all students who have the desire to compete in the fall season.
Cross Country 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Nervarez
Open to: 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm-3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Cross county is available for all students who have the desire to compete in fall season.
ESports 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Mr. Garcia
Open to: 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
Meetings: Monday 4:00pm-5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Esports are available for all students who have the desire to compete in Fall/winter/spring season.
Soccer 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Mr. Banuelos
Open to: 4th & 5th Grades
Requirements: Students Must Tryout
Meetings: Monday 4:00pm-5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Soccer is available for all students who have the desire to compete in winter season.
Volleyball 4th & 5th
Sponsor/Advisor: Ms. Fierro & Ms. Nava
Open to: 4th & 5th Grades
Requirements: Students Must Tryout
Meetings: TBD
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Volleyball is available for all students who have the desire to compete in fall season.
Mentoring & Organizations
Student Council 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Mr. Gardea
Open to : 4th & 5th Grade
Meetings: Monday 4:00 - 5:00
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: The purpose of the organization is to create a greater sense of responsibility within the student body; to strive for better student/faculty relationship; to promote unification of the student body and better representation of its ideas to the faculty and administration; to promote a positive attitude in the advancement of leadership and loyalty; to promote spirit in the school activities; as well as to uphold traditions and to set standards for generations of Harmony students to come. The objective of Student Council is to provide a service organization doing various activities within the community throughout the year, while developing student leaders. Membership dues are Priority.
Curricular Clubs
Curricular Clubs
- 3D Printing 3rd, 4th & 5th
- Art/Coloring 1st & 2nd
- Art /Directed Drawing 2nd & 3rd
- Art/Painting 3rd, 4th & 5th
- Arts & Crafts/Playdough Club Pk, Kinder & 1st
- Board Game Kinder
- Book Club - Spanish Reading Club 2nd & 3rd
- Cinema 2nd & 3rd
- Cinema 4th & 5th
- Creative Writing/Journaling 2nd & 3rd
- Digital Media 4th & 5th
- Fitness "Basketball Club" 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th
- Fitness / Yoga Club PK & Kinder
- LEGO Club PK & Kinder
- LEGO Club 1st
- LEGO Club 2nd
- Performing Art Club /Folklorico 3rd, 4th & 5th
- Performing Art Club /Modern Dance 4th & 5th
- Spelling Club/Spanish Spelling Bee 4th & 5th
- Yearbook Club 4th & 5th
3D Printing 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Mr. D. Short
Open to: 3rd, 4th & 5th Grade
Meetings: Tuesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: A variety of processes, equipment, and materials are used in the production of a three-dimensional object via additive manufacturing. 3D printing is also known as additive manufacturing, therefore the numerous available 3D printing process tend to be additive in nature with a few key differences in the technologies and the materials used in this process
Art/Coloring 1st & 2nd
Sponsor: Ms. Holguin
Open to: 1st & 2nd grades
Meetings: Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Students learn different ways to express themselves as artists. This club is a platform to develop aesthetic values and enhance the creative skills and artistic talents of students.
Art /Directed Drawing 2nd & 3rd
Sponsor: Ms. Vasquez
Open to: 2nd & 3rd grades
Meetings: Wednesdays 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Students learn different modes of art and discover new ways to express themselves as artists. This club is a platform to develop aesthetic values and enhance the creative skills and artistic talents of students.
Art/Painting 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Ms. H. Armendariz
Open to: 3rd, 4th & 5th grades
Meetings: Tuesdays 3:20pm - 5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: This club is an engaging, creative outlet where students transition from basic children's crafts to real artistic techniques. At this stage, children have developed better fine motor skills, longer attention spans, and a stronger desire for creative independence.
Arts & Crafts/Playdough Club Pk, Kinder & 1st
Sponsor: Ms. Chavez
Open to: Pre-Kinder, Kindergarten & 1st grades
Meetings: Mondays 3:20pm - 5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: This club is a hands-on, highly engaging sensory and creative club. At this developmental stage, play-based learning is essential. Playdough provides the ultimate tactile medium to build fine motor strength, foster social interaction, and encourage early artistic and spatial thinking in a playful, low-pressure environment.
Board Game Kinder
Sponsor: Ms. Guajardo
open to: Kindergarten
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: The club offers students the opportunity to expand their strategic knowledge and critical thinking skills by providing a safe, fun and friendly location and atmosphere to gather and play various board games. Playing a variety of board games will help students develop their ability to solve problems, their sense of self, and their sense of sportsmanship.
Book Club - Spanish Reading Club 2nd & 3rd
Cinema 2nd & 3rd
Sponsor: Ms. Serna
Open to: 2nd & 3rd Grade
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm- 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Cinema Club provides a space for students at all grade levels to view a wide range of films in a movie-theater-styled setting and to engage in discussion of those films in a casual environment.
Cinema 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Mr. C. Short
Open to: 4th & 5th Grades
Meetings: Mondays 4:00pm - 5:00 PM
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Cinema Club provides a space for students at all grade levels to view a wide range of films in a movie-theater-styled setting and to engage in discussion of those films in a casual environment.
Creative Writing/Journaling 2nd & 3rd
Digital Media 4th & 5th
Fitness "Basketball Club" 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsors: Ms. Burciaga & Ms. Gutierrez
Open to: 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm- 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: A fun and active group for anyone who loves basketball! Come play, improve your game.
Fitness / Yoga Club PK & Kinder
Sponsor: Ms. I. Hernandez
Open to: Pre-Kinder & Kindergarten
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Beginner Yoga is a welcoming space for those new to yoga practice. Join us as we gently introduce basic poses, breathing techniques, and relaxation methods. It's a great way to build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness in a supportive environment. Come discover the benefits of yoga, no experience required!
LEGO Club PK & Kinder
Sponsor: Ms. Barragan
Open to: Pre-Kinder & Kindergarten
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Students are practicing their stem engineering skills building with Legos. Students will be engaged with specific building projects to promote problem solving skills.
LEGO Club 1st
Sponsor: Ms. Torres
Open to: 1st Grade
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Students are practicing their stem engineering skills building with Legos. Students will be engaged with specific building projects to promote problem solving skills.
LEGO Club 2nd
Sponsor: Ms. A. Armendariz
Open to: 2nd Grade
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Students are practicing their stem engineering skills building with Legos. Students will be engaged with specific building projects to promote problem solving skills.
Performing Art Club /Folklorico 3rd, 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Ms. Ponce
Open to 3rd, 4th & 5th grades
Meetings: Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Folklórico is a traditional style of dance that can be traced back to indigenous Mexico period. Students will learn skills and dance choreography for traditional Mexican and Latin American folk dancing performances that we partake in throughout the school year. These include but are not limited to the Dia de Los Muertos city parade and our very own Harmony Around the World.
Performing Art Club /Modern Dance 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Ms. S. Hernandez
Open to: 4th & 5th Graders
Meetings: Wednesday 3:20pm - 3:50pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Modern Dance is all about expressing yourself through movement! In our class, we'll explore different dance styles, rhythms, and techniques in a fun and creative environment. No experience needed – just bring your energy and enthusiasm! Let's dance our way to self-expression and joy together!
Spelling Club/Spanish Spelling Bee 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Ms. Alvarado
Open to: 4th & 5th Grades
Meetings: Mondays 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: This club is an interactive, immersive, or dual-language extracurricular program designed to boost Spanish literacy, comprehension, and confidence.
Yearbook Club 4th & 5th
Sponsor: Mr. Gardea
Open to: 4th 7 5th Grades
Meetings: Wednesday 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fee: $50 (annually)
Purpose: Yearbook Club: Capture memories, design layouts, and create our school's keepsake together!
