BASE Pre School
B.A.S.E. (Brunswick After-School Experience) is Brunswick's in-house after-school program, which consists of Encore enrichment activities plus an additional Extended Day option. In addition to offering enriching after-school clubs, the primary goal of B.A.S.E. is to provide safe childcare for children of working parents or families in need of care beyond the traditional school day.
- The Spring Term of B.A.S.E. begins Monday, March 24. The final day of the Spring Term is Friday, May 23.
- Encore enrichment activities meet once/week (Monday-Thursday) and are structured enrichment activities run by Brunswick teachers or outside experts. All classes are open to boys in grades PK & K.
- Extended Day is offered each day Monday-Friday and is an unstructured (but supervised) opportunity for boys to extend the traditional school day. Extended Day (4:30p pickup) may also be combined with an Encore enrichment activity for later pickup. You will not be "double charged" if you register for overlapping Encore and Extended Day. There is no lunch served during Friday Extended Day and boys must pack their own nut-free lunch. You may pick your son up at any time before your registered dismissal time.
- Dismissal for all Pre School B.A.S.E. activities is at the Pre School building.
- Registration will open Friday, February 28 at 9 a.m. and close on Monday, March 3 at 12 p.m. This is an open window for registration - there is no need to log on immediately when registration begins. Your time of registration will not be considered. We will do our best to accommodate all registrations based on enrollment numbers. In the rare case in which registrations for an activity exceed capacity, we will conduct a lottery to determine placement. You will receive an email when placements for the Spring Term are confirmed.
How to Apply
Note: B.A.S.E. is for current Brunswick families only.
Registration will open Friday, February 28, at 9 a.m. and close on Monday, March 3 at 12 p.m. This is an open window for registration - there is no need to log on immediately when registration begins. Your time of registration will not be considered. We will do our best to accommodate all registrations based on enrollment numbers. In the rare case in which registrations for an activity exceed capacity, we will conduct a lottery to determine placement. You will receive an email when placements for the Spring Term are confirmed. Once rosters are finalized when the registration window has closed, we will reopen registration for any activities that still have spots available.
Questions?
If you have any questions, please contact BASE Program Director Joseph Zannino.
Mondays
Mini Mon Ami ( $225 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Peyten Dudzkik
Description: Welcome to an encore for our French Club, Mini Mon Ami! In this club, boys will explore the basics of the French language through fun songs, games, and activities. They'll also discover the exciting cultures, foods, and geography of French-speaking countries, all while having a great time learning and making new friends!
Note: Boys who were enrolled in the Mini Mon Ami Winter club are also welcome back as all content will be new to them.
Brunswick Woodworkers ( $250 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Deb Schwartz
Description: Can you build it! Yes, you can! Brunswick Woodworkers will learn all about tools and how to use them safely while completing fun projects. Price includes $25 materials fee.
Dino Discovery ( $225 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Connie Snetzko
Description: Roar! Calling all dinosaur lovers! We are going to explore all sorts of dinosaurs in fun and creative ways.
Extended Day Monday ( $180 / $270 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p or 4:30p Instructor: Rejina Pirtle
Description: Extended Day is a supervised, unstructured program at the end of the school day that is an opportunity for the boys to participate in free play, arts & crafts, puzzles and games, and much more while providing families in need with additional coverage beyond the school day. Please register for a 4:00p or 4:30p pickup time. The price listed for the 4:30p pickup time is for a full afternoon of Extended Day with no preceding Encore activity, however the price will be adjusted prior to billing and you will not be "double charged" if you are combining Extended Day with a Encore. You may pick your son up anytime before your registered pickup time.
Tuesdays
Brunswick Builders ( $225 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Claudia Tagliavia
Description: In Brunswick Builders, students will explore their creativity and problem-solving skills by building with different materials including wooden blocks, Legos, and Magna-Tiles. This engaging program encourages imaginative play, fine motor development, and teamwork as children discover new ways to design, construct and experiment. With endless possibilities, every week brings exciting challenges.
Pre School Chess ( $225 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: National Scholastic Chess Foundation
Description: For decades, Brunswick has enjoyed a successful partnership with the National Scholastic Chess Foundation. We are once again excited to bring the organization and their expert instructors back to campus to work with our Pre School students. If you love games of strategy, then Chess is the activity for you. We invite both begginers new to the game and players with any amount of experience to join!
Extended Day Tuesday ( $180 / $270 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p or 4:30p Instructor: Rejina Pirtle
Description: Extended Day is a supervised, unstructured program at the end of the school day that is an opportunity for the boys to participate in free play, arts & crafts, puzzles and games, and much more while providing families in need with additional coverage beyond the school day. Please register for a 4:00p or 4:30p pickup time. The price listed for the 4:30p pickup time is for a full afternoon of Extended Day with no preceding Encore activity, however the price will be adjusted prior to billing and you will not be "double charged" if you are combining Extended Day with a Encore. You may pick your son up anytime before your registered pickup time.
Wednesdays
Bear Hugs ( $200 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Deb Schwartz
Description: The Bear Hugs Club will introduce your son to the importance and joy of participating in community service projects. Together, we will make our world a better place, one paw print at a time!
Little Gentlemen Club ( $200 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Liz Fessenden
Description: Little Gentlemen is a fun and interactive etiquette club that is designed to help boys develop manners and essential social skills. Our 'Little Gentlemen' will practice how to interact with others in a polite, kind, and respectful manner, through a series of engaging activities that will include special snack time, partner games, relay races, team building activities, and arts and crafts experiences. Topics will include table manners, active listening, greetings, sportsmanship, thank you notes, and gratitude. This club will set manners into motions through creativity and fun!
Artistas Hispanos ( $200 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Claudia Tagliavia
Description: In Artistas Hispanos, explore the world of Hispanic art! Each week students will learn about different Hispanic artists and their unique styles. Using a variety of materials, students will create their own masterpieces inspired by these artists. Every week offers fresh inspiration and a chance to celebrate the rich artistic traditions of the Hispanic world!
Extended Day Wednesday ( $160 / $240 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p or 4:30p Instructor: Rejina Pirtle
Description: Extended Day is a supervised, unstructured program at the end of the school day that is an opportunity for the boys to participate in free play, arts & crafts, puzzles and games, and much more while providing families in need with additional coverage beyond the school day. Please register for a 4:00p or 4:30p pickup time. The price listed for the 4:30p pickup time is for a full afternoon of Extended Day with no preceding Encore activity, however the price will be adjusted prior to billing and you will not be "double charged" if you are combining Extended Day with a Encore. You may pick your son up anytime before your registered pickup time.
Thursdays
Kempo Karate (Pre School) ( $200 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Greenwich Kempo
Description: Kempo Karate is an excellent activity to start at an early age, and moreover the martial arts help to develop self-confidence, focus, discipline, respect and benevolence for others. In a fun and controlled environment students will build motor skills by learning a series of punches, kicks and blocks. Throughout the course important character building lessons are incorporated. Our pre-school/kindergarten classes focus on developing gross motor skills and self-control. Participants will have no physical contact during the session. Students should wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. All new students will receive a white Karate belt at start of program. Throughout the course of the program, all eligible students will be invited to earn their next colored belt at a belt rank testing.
Arts & Crafts ( $215 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Connie Snetzko
Description: Do you love art? Are you creative? Then this is the right club for you. Bring your imagination Adams we use a variety of art materials to draw, paint, cut, color and create all different works of art this semester! Price includes $15 materials fee.
Move those Muscles! ( $200 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p Instructor: Kristen Ingarra
Description: Activities like Lite Brite, Play-Doh, and Operation are not only fun, but they strengthen our small motor skills! Join us each week as we use these materials and many others to build muscles in our hands. We will also be practicing our self-help skills like zipping, lacing, and opening containers. Let's move those muscles!
Extended Day Thursday ( $160 / $240 )
Dismissal Time: 4:00p or 4:30p Instructor: Rejina Pirtle
Description: Extended Day is a supervised, unstructured program at the end of the school day that is an opportunity for the boys to participate in free play, arts & crafts, puzzles and games, and much more while providing families in need with additional coverage beyond the school day. Please register for a 4:00p or 4:30p pickup time. The price listed for the 4:30p pickup time is for a full afternoon of Extended Day with no preceding Encore activity, however the price will be adjusted prior to billing and you will not be "double charged" if you are combining Extended Day with a Encore. You may pick your son up anytime before your registered pickup time.
Fridays
Extended Day Friday ( $240 / $560 )
Dismissal Time: 1:30p or 3:30p Instructor: Rejina Pirtle
Description: Extended Day is a supervised, unstructured program at the end of the school day that is an opportunity for the boys to participate in free play, arts & crafts, puzzles and games, and much more while providing families in need with additional coverage beyond the school day. Due to space restrictions, please consider that space in Extended Day Friday is limited and if necessary priority will be given to those families with no alternate childcare. Boys must pack their own nut-free lunch on Fridays. Please register for a 1:30p or 3:30p pickup time. You may pick your son up anytime before your registered pickup time.