After School Programs
ESN offers after school programs that serve as an extension of the school’s mission. We endeavor to offer a variety of activities that align with the needs and interests of our diverse student population while continuing our dedication to nurturing the joy of learning and the spirit of discovery in each student. Each activity will have its own fees and scheduling. Please watch the ESN Weekly Blast for registration information.
We would like all students who are interested to be able to participate in our after school programs. If the cost of an activity is prohibitive for your family, please contact the office for discussion about financial aid.
If you have any questions regarding clubs and classes, please reach out to Hadassah Bird.
With questions regarding athletics, please contact Tasia Lewis.
Clubs – Winter 2023
Dungeons & Dragons Club (with Mr Ryan)
A Halfling rogue skulks through the dungeon, warily looking for traps. An Elven ranger examines the dragon’s tracks. A wizard carefully considers how many fireballs to throw at the vampire (Hint: all of them). If your 5th-8th grader loves to imagine fantasy worlds and traveling adventurers, then the D&D club is for them! Dungeons and Dragons is a cooperative story-telling game that allows students to inhabit a character in a fantastical world. Students make choices, practice social skills, do quick math, and work together to tell a great story.
We hope you’ll join this fun new club with Mr Ryan from 3-6pm on Fridays. $40/class.
FRIDAY Session 3: December 3, 10, and 17
Register Here
Email Mr Ryan with questions.
Let It Snow… Globe! Pop-Up Class (with Ms Norris)
Are you a Swiftie or do you just enjoy making friendship bracelets? Join us for bracelet making! (There will be time to trade at the end) Join Ms. Norris on Tuesday, December 5 from 3:00 to 4:00PM! For PreK-8th. All supplies provided.
Register Here
Email Ms Norris with questions.
Sewing Club Pop-Up Class (with Ms Norris & Ms Donald)
We have “sew” much fun sewing a new project each month! One Tuesday per month from 3–4p.m. Grades PK-8. $25 per session. The cut off is 25 students per session,
December 12th – Register Here
Email Ms Norris and Ms Donald with questions.
Clubs – Spring 2024
Purple Martin Choir (with Ms Meyers)
Your voice matters! The Purple Martin Choir is open to students in grades 3rd-6th. The main goal of choir is to experience the joy of singing and being part of a musical community while learning to work as an ensemble. We sing music in a variety of genres and students will develop skills in musicianship, basic music theory, ear training, healthy vocal technique and breathing. $200 per semester. Meets on Mondays, starting January 8th!
Email Ms Meyers with questions.
Chess Club (with The Knight School)
We are so excited to announce that The Knight School will be hosting their first chess clubs at ESN. Clubs meet on Mondays, starting January 8th!
PK Club meets from 3-4pm
K-8th Club meets from 4-5:15pm
Email The Knight School with any questions.
Drama Club (with Hadassah Bird of Lackland Theatre)
Lackland Theatre, a youth theater company based in East Nashville, will continue bringing improv and acting classes to ESN. These classes are for actors of all experience levels (we love working with new actors!), as well as an opportunity for kids who are interested in theater but not sure if they are ready to perform publicly (we love developing stage managers, props masters, and costume designers, as well as actors!). Scholarships are available!
PreK-1st Grade (Tuesdays from 4:10-4:40pm): $125
Spring Session 1 (8 weeks): Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 + Feb 6, 13, 27 + Mar 5
2nd-3rd Grade (Wednesdays from 4:10-4:40pm): $110
Spring Session 1 (7 weeks): Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 + Feb 7, 28 + Mar 6
4th-6th Grade (Wednesdays from 4:45-5:30pm): $135
Spring Session 1 (7 weeks): Jan 10, 17, 24, 31 + Feb 7, 28 + Mar 6
Email Lackland’s Director (and ESN Staff/Parent!) Hadassah Bird with any questions.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (with Mr Ryan)
A Halfling rogue skulks through the dungeon, warily looking for traps. An Elven ranger examines the dragon’s tracks. A wizard carefully considers how many fireballs to throw at the vampire (Hint: all of them). If your 5th-8th grader loves to imagine fantasy worlds and traveling adventurers, then the D&D club is for them! Dungeons and Dragons is a cooperative story-telling game that allows students to inhabit a character in a fantastical world. Students make choices, practice social skills, do quick math, and work together to tell a great story.
We hope you’ll join this fun new club with Mr Ryan from 3-6pm on Fridays. $40/class.
2024 Start-date TBD – check back soon!
Email Mr Ryan with questions.
Hands-On Art (with Ms Stix)
Hands-On Art will challenge students to learn new techniques and develop their artistic and creative skills. For kids who love exploring art, self-expression and having creative fun! Spring session is on the following Thursdays from 3:00 – 4:30. Grades 3-6.
1/16, 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13, 2/20 – $185 (includes $25 supplies fee) – Register Here
Email Ms Stix with any questions.
Sewing Club Pop-Up Classes (with Ms Norris and Ms Donald)
We have “sew” much fun sewing a new project each month! One Tuesday per month from 3–4pm. Grades PK-8. $25 per session. The cut off is 25 students per session.
January 16th – Register Here
February 20th – Register Here
March 19th – Register Here
April 16th – Register Here
Email Ms Norris and Ms Donald with questions.
Ukulele Sprouts Club
Presented by The Nashville School of Traditional Country Music, Ukulele Sprouts Club introduces all of the fundamentals of playing stringed instruments using the best kids instrument ever – the ukulele! No previous musical experience is required.
In Ukulele Sprouts we use traditional and original folk songs created on the uke to add essential motor skills seamlessly; we also teach by ear – no practice book necessary… all you need is the ukulele!
This class is an effortless way for your child to become musically fluent in a short amount of time; they soon will be able to continue with ukulele or move to guitar, fiddle, bass or banjo with ease.
For 1st-4th graders. Meets on most Wednesdays from January-May, starting January 17th.
Email Uke Sprouts with questions.
Candle-Decorating Pop-Up Class (with Ms Norris)
Join Ms Norris for her first-ever Candle-Decorating Class! Tuesday, February 6th, from 3:00 to 4:00PM! For PreK-8th. All supplies provided.
Register Here
Email Ms Norris with questions.
Pokemon Pals Club (with Ms Carter)
Catch one or catch’em all! Each session will include supervised pokemon gaming, pokemon-themed snacks, crafts, and more. Pokemon Pals is for PreK-5th Graders and will meet from 3-4 pm the following Thursdays:
3/21, 3/28, 4/4, 4/11
Register Here
Email Ms Carter with questions.
Friendship Bracelet Club Pop-Up Class (with Ms Norris)
Are you a Swiftie or do you just enjoy making friendship bracelets? Join us for bracelet making! (There will be time to trade at the end) Join Ms. Norris on Tuesday, March 26th from 3:00 to 4:00PM! For PreK-8th. All supplies provided.
Register Here
Email Ms Norris with questions.
Athletics – Spring 2024
Taekwondo
Offered on the ESN campus, Primm’s Taekwon-Do offers students the ability to develop self-defense, confidence, concentration, respect for others, strength of character, and fitness. Classes are for students grades K-5 and meet from 3:10-3:55pm on the following Tuesdays and Thursdays:
Jan 18, 23, 25, 29
Feb 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Mar 5
Registration for Jan 2024 is now open! Email Primm’s Taekwondo to register or with any questions.
Tennis Club (with Tennis Time)
Offered on the ESN campus, Tennis TIme Nashville offers students the opportunity to learn to play tennis! All rackets and supplies are provided. Offered to K-5th grade. $255 for the fall session.
Classes are on Wednesdays February 7th-May 1st, from 3-4pm.
Text any questions to: 404.467.2103
Basketball
ESN’s basketball season starts in January. We will play in the Mid State Youth Sports League. Games are on Saturdays with 1 practice throughout the week. Grades for PK – 8. Date, time and cost TBD. Email Ms Lewis with questions.
Soccer
ESN’s soccer season will start in the spring. We will play in the East Nash Soccer League at Shelby park. Games are on Saturdays with 1 practice throughout the week. Grades PK-8. Date, time and cost TBD. Email Ms Lewis with questions.
Track
ESN participates in track in the spring. Grades 2-8. Date, time and cost TBD. Email Ms Lewis with questions.