Activities Before/After School
DayCare
Before and after school care is contracted by 123 Child Development Center. For information on hours, pricing as well as directions to register, visit their website here.
For overflow students, ABQ Children’s Academy accepts all Elementary School aged students. They will provide transportation after school from NMIS to their facility. To register, please stop by their facility or call 505-296-8656.
Clubs and Classes
Below are After School class options for the Spring Semester of the 2023-24 School Year. Contact and registration information to sign up for these classes can be viewed by clicking on the + sign for each class.
The upcoming session starts the week of January 22, 2024 and ends the week of May 17, 2024.
Coyote Brazilian Jujitsu Academy
Teachers: Gabriela Souza, Daniel Souza, Alex Carrillo, Elizabeth Pulido-Loya
Class Description: Our after school Jiu-Jitsu program is designed to introduce students to the art of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Through structured classes and expert instruction, students will develop physical fitness, self-defense skills, and valuable character traits such as discipline, respect, and perseverance.
We provide high-quality after-school jiujitsu programs. Having successfully implemented programs at Cien Aguas International and Sandoval Academy Education, in which we provide instruction in English and Spanish.
Our experienced instructors are dedicated to creating a safe and enriching environment for students. As recipients of the “Best of the City Abq” award, we are committed to making a positive impact in the community.
START Date: March 4, 2024
Monday’s & Friday’s after school at NMIS
Saturday’s at our academy location
Time: 3:20-4:10pm
Room: Gym
Cost: $70
Email: info@coyotebjj.com
Website: coyotebjj.com
Phone Number: 505-340-1836
To Register: Please Call or Come in to our Location
Story Tables
Teacher: Ashton MacSaylor
Class Description: Story Tables offers a one-of-a-kind experience where you can embark on an epic adventure in a world of the skies! Our program for grades 4th-8th gives your child a chance to create their own unique character and explore a magical world of floating islands, strange creatures, and dangerous quests. With each adventure, participants will develop critical thinking, teamwork, and problem solving skills that will prepare you for success not just in game, but in life. If you enjoy games like Dungeons and Dragons, Pokemon, or Magic: the Gathering, don’t miss out on this chance to become a hero and shape the world of Isles of Mist! Note that the program hours are now longer! Also, be aware that the Friday session doesn’t meet as often.
Date & Time: Wednesdays (1:10-3pm) and/
Room: 203
Cost: $400 (Wednesdays) or $300 (Fridays)
Email: info@storytables.com
Website: www.storytables.com
Phone Number: 805-421-6082
Registration: Please sign up at https://www.storytables.
Hip Hop 1
Teacher: Teresa Martinez & Ashley Manfree
Class Description: Hip-hop dance is a fusion dance genre that incorporates elements of breaking, jazz, ballet, tap dancing, and other styles and is typically performed to hip-hop, R&B, funk, electro
Date & Time: Tuesday (3:20– 4:20pm)
Cost: $266
Email: info@kidslovetodance.com
Website: kidslovetodance.com
Phone Number: 505-293-3050
Registration: Please text or email
Hip Hop 2
Teacher: Teresa at Kids Love to Dance
Class Description: HipHop 2 is for more advanced dancers, or older kiddos that can pick up choreography quickly. Hip-hop dance is a fusion dance genre that incorporates elements of breaking, jazz, ballet, tap dancing, and other styles and is typically performed to hip-hop, R&B, funk, electro
Date & Time: Thursday (3:20 – 4:20pm)
Cost: $266
Email: info@kidslovetodance.com
Website: kidslovetodance.com
Phone Number: 505-293-3050
Registration: Please text or email
Ballet & Gymnastics
Teacher: Teresa at Kids Love to Dance
Class Description: We will learn Ballet through the Cecchetti method, All of the kiddos will receive a notebook to take home and study to help them retain and learn quickly. The Cecchetti training method seeks to develop skills in dancers as well as strength and elasticity.
We have been teaching children ballet and gymnastics for over thirty years. Our goal is to develop a love for self-expression in children through gymnastics and creative movement
Date & Time: Friday (3:20 – 4:20pm)
Cost: $266
Email: info@kidslovetodance.com
Website: kidslovetodance.com
Phone Number: 505-293-3050
Registration: Please text or email
Culture- and Land-based DIGITAL STORYTELLING Club
Tap
Teacher: Teresa at Kids Love to Dance
Class Description: Tap dance is a form of dance characterized by using the sounds of tap shoes striking the floor as a form of percussion. Kiddos will need Tap shoes to participate in the class. We will learn all of the basics of Tap dance and put everything we learn together into a routine.
Date & Time: Wednesday (2:10 – 3:10pm)
Cost: $266
Email: info@kidslovetodance.com
Website: kidslovetodance.com
Phone Number: 505-293-3050
Registration: Please text or email
Cheer
Teacher: Teresa at Kids Love to Dance
Class Description: We will learn all cheer jumps, tricks, a variety of chants made and choreographed just for NMIS students and beginning stunts. So much fun and LOTS of school spirit! SEE your child develop cheer motor-skills that improve coordination and self-confidence.
Date & Time: Monday (3:20 – 4:20pm)
Cost: $266
Email: info@kidslovetodance.com
Website: kidslovetodance.com
Phone Number: 505-293-3050
Registration: Please text or email
Dance & Gymnastics
Teacher: Teresa at Kids Love to Dance
Class Description: We have been teaching children dance and gymnastics for over thirty years. Our goal is to develop a love for self-expression in children through dance, gymnastics, and creative movement.
SEE: your child develop dance motor skills that improve coordination and self-confidence.
LOOK: at the gymnastics that build strength, balance, and control.
TOUCH: your child’s creativity through mime, dancing, songs, and creative movement.
LISTEN: to your child’s excitement as they learn rhythm using musical instruments and creative props
WATCH: our classes, teachers and end-of-term performances and see why kids and parents love them!
**We offer multiple class/sibling discounts!
Date & Time: Wednesday (1:10 – 2:10pm)
Cost: $266
Email: info@kidslovetodance.com
Website: kidslovetodance.com
Phone Number: 505-293-3050
Registration: Please text or email
French for Children Level 1
Grades 2-5
Teacher: Karin Frings/ Alliance Française d’Albuquerque
Class Description: Come join us to learn all about French language and culture through games, songs and basic conversation in a playful atmosphere! What a fun way to learn French! Class size is limited to 6-10 students for best participation.
Date & Time: Tuesdays 3:20 – 4:20 pm
Cost for 15 weeks: $ 245.00 (tuition – $225, membership 2024 – $ 15, material fee – $ 5) There is a $ 25 sibling discount.
Email: karin@frings.us
Website: afabq.com
Phone Number: 505 821-4169
Registration: Please use the email above to register for this class or call Karin Frings at (505)821-4169
Drawing Club
Teacher: Jill Salley
Club Description: Come draw with your friends! In the Drawing Club, we will do fun drawing activities, and practice different techniques to improve our drawing skills! This club is for grades 2-5.
Day of the week & Time:Thursdays from 3:30-4:30
Cost: Free
Registration: Registration will be open for grades 2-5 through January 11th. Please contact me via email and provide the name of the student. I will send out all registration forms by January 14th. This class will be limited to 15 students-first come, first serve.
Learners Chess
Teacher: Learners Chess Coaches
Class Description: Students learn the game of chess and many fun chess variants and they will compete on the NMIS Chess Team
Room 109 Computer Lab
Chess Club will end on 4/24/24
Date & Time: Mondays 3:20-4:20, Wednesdays 1:10-2:10pm
Cost: $115/semester
Email: learnerschess@gmail.com
Website: learnerschess.org
Phone Number: 505-369-6026
Registration: Open on our website learnerschess.org
Genders & Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Teacher: Amanda Kraft & Alisa Cooper de Uribe
Class Description: A supportive space for LGBTQ+ and allied students to hang out, make friends, share awareness, and engage in short-term related projects around gender and identity. Open to students in 5th to 8th grade. Snacks will be provided. Come check it out once, or every Tuesday. Participation is open and ongoing.
Date & Time: Tuesdays from 3:20-4:20pm in room 205
Cost: Free
Email: kraft@nmis.org, cooperdeuribe@nmis.org
Phone Number: (505) 435-8684
Volleyball Club
Teacher: Christina Valverde
Class Description: This will be a weekly practice for NMIS volleyball players and other student athletes interested in learning the basics of the sport. We will be focusing on fundamentals, skill drills, and scrimmages. 4th-8th grades co-ed, all genders are welcome to join. Priority will be given to previous NMIS volleyball players.
Date & Time: Thursdays in the gym, from 3:30-4:30 pm
Cost: Free
Email: Valverde@nmis.org AND becca_mcvean@yahoo.com
Registration: Email Maestra Valverde & Coach Becca at Valverde@nmis.org and becca_mcvean@yahoo.com to register your student. Priority will be given to previous NMIS volleyball players. We will be capping the club at 18 players.