Evanston/Skokie School District 65

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Washington Elementary

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2026-27 Before & After School

After School

Ends at 6:00 PM

Before School

Starts at 7:00 AM

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Ends at

Drop In

$45.00

10-Day Punchcard

$405.00

Discounts

*Discounts can't be combined

Affordable Access Discount	25%
Military Discount	10%
Sibling Discount	10%

Program Info

Address:
914 Ashland Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202
Phone:
(224) 283-3170
Email:
[email protected]

Customer Support:
Contact Us

Area Manager:
Amber Woodson
(224) 343-5328
[email protected]

Childcare Assistance

Are you using state childcare assistance?

A Provider ID is a unique number assigned by the state to process subsidy payments. You’ll need this Provider ID when completing your required childcare assistance paperwork for this location.

Provider ID: 13867 18179 2711

Clubs Fall 2026

Discovery Clubs Fall 2026

Sep 14 - Dec 4

REGISTRATION opens: Aug 31 • REGISTRATION CLOSES: Sep 25

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Day	Club Name	Club Description	Starts	Ends	Grades	Price	Email	Waitlist
Mon	Butterfly Dreams:Creating a Better World Through Art: By ARTSIE INC	What if one small action could help change the world? Join ARTSiE as we bring the inspiring story Grace and the Butterfly Effect to life through hands-on art, creativity, and discovery! In this exciting enrichment class, children will explore the wonders of butterflies, animal life cycles, gardens, and our environment while creating their own works of art. Young artists will sculpt vehicles from clay, design colorful butterflies, build mini gardens, create posters and pop-up cards, experiment with paint, and much more. Along the way, they'll learn how small choices can make a big difference for our planet and their community. Filled with imagination, storytelling, and creative exploration, this class encourages children to see themselves as problem-solvers, helpers, and changemakers. As a special culminating experience, families will be invited to attend a performance of Grace and the Butterfly Effect at Northwestern University's ImagineU theater in the fall and see the story come to life on stage. Perfect for curious, creative kids who love art, nature, and making a difference!	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$170	[email protected]
Mon	Program has reached capacity ~~Beginning Sewing: By Butterscotch Sewing~~	Let’s sew together! This beginning sewing class taught by Butterscotch Sewing’s owner and fellow Washington parent, Rachel Hueffner, will teach your student all of the important sewing basics! Throughout the session the students will work on a variety of projects including pillows and accessories. Projects will be sewn using both hand sewing and the sewing machine. No prior sewing experience is needed. The class will make use of real sewing tools including fabric cutting scissors, needles, pins and patterns. Students will end the class with a great foundation for future sewing projects!	~~03:45 PM~~	~~04:45 PM~~	~~2 - 5~~	~~$190~~	~~[email protected]~~	Join waitlist for Beginning Sewing: By Butterscotch Sewing [Fall 2026]
Tue	Mudlark Theater's Act One: Places!: By Mudlark Theater Company	In this engaging after-school class with Mudlark Theater, students will build confidence, creativity, and performance skills through a fun and supportive environment. Using interactive theater games and ensemble-building activities, participants will learn how to work collaboratively, think creatively, and develop strong stage presence. Students will explore how to bring ideas to life through their actor toolkit: movement, voice, and imagination. Along the way, they will gain a solid foundation in theater fundamentals. This class can be taken as the first session of 3 sessions building on each other this school year or independently.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$192	[email protected]
Tue	Martial Arts by Connelly's Academy: By Connelly’s Academy of Martial Arts	Grandmaster Connelly is one of the most experienced and respected martial arts instructors in Chicago and the North Shore. He and his team of experienced martial arts educators have been providing fun, safe, and age-appropriate classes to our schools for over 30 years. His programs have had success in building confidence and motivating children to be respectful, responsible and resilient. Personal leadership and mutual respect form the foundation of his programs. Grandmaster Connelly and his team make learning martial arts fun, engaging and challenging, all the while building confidence, resiliency and personal leadership. This program teaches goal-setting and persistence, helping each child reach his or her personal best through the study of classical martial arts. Uniforms are not required for beginners. Uniforms may be purchased via our website. If not wearing uniforms, kids should wear loose, comfortable clothing. Belt promotion testing opportunities – where kids can advance in rank and earn a higher belt color by demonstrating what they have learned in class – are offered for qualified students in class. The belt-advancement testing fees start at $35. Partial test scholarships are available.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$169	[email protected]
Tue	Program has reached capacity ~~Get Crafty! (Tue): By Let's Craft It!~~	Have a kiddo who likes to create and get messy with their hands? Then Get Crafty! is the perfect class for them. Evanston's own Let's Craft It! (and Washington mom, Samira Taher Kolb), is partnering with Right at School to offer this unique after-school elective. Kids will make cool crafts based on a different theme each week (from current cultural celebrations to seasonal changes), using mixed media and differing techniques. It'll be fun, a great way to unwind, plus get their creative juices flowing! (Note: All proper school guidelines about Covid safety will be in place).	~~03:45 PM~~	~~04:45 PM~~	~~3 - 5~~	~~$234~~	~~[email protected]~~	Join waitlist for Get Crafty! (Tue): By Let's Craft It! [Fall 2026]
Wed	Hands-on Engineering: By Kids STEM Studio	Dive into the exciting world of engineering through hands-on tinkering and creativity! Students will learn and apply core engineering concepts as they design and construct their own electrical gadgets, machines, mechanisms, rockets, moving cars, rubber band-powered launchers, and more. Exploring a wide range of engineering disciplines, they’ll bring their creations to life — and take them home —sparking a lifelong passion for innovation!	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 3	$270	[email protected]
Wed	DIME: Hip Hop Dance: By Dance Is My Everything (DIME)	At DIME, we embody the spirit of dance through passion, creativity, and teamwork. Our dance team welcomes individuals of all skill levels, providing a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. Whether you're looking to enhance your technique or express yourself through movement, DIME is the perfect place to join a community that celebrates artistry and camaraderie. Come dance with us and be part of something truly special.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$200	[email protected]
Wed	Get Crafty! (Wed): By Let's Craft It!	Have a kiddo who likes to create and get messy with their hands? Then Get Crafty! is the perfect class for them. Evanston's own Let's Craft It! (and Washington mom, Samira Taher Kolb), is partnering with Right at School to offer this unique after-school elective. Kids will make cool crafts based on a different theme each week (from current cultural celebrations to seasonal changes), using mixed media and differing techniques. It'll be fun, a great way to unwind, plus get their creative juices flowing! (Note: All proper school guidelines about Covid safety will be in place).	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	1 - 2	$208	[email protected]
Thu	Program has reached capacity ~~Ecology at School: Fall: By Evanston Ecology Center~~	Join Ecology Center staff at your school each week! Students will meet live animals, perform science experiments, learn about the natural world, find fall leaves, and explore the outdoors whenever possible. Each week we will take an adventure into a different fun fall theme, as we learn about the wonders of our amazing planet and how to take care of it together.	~~03:45 PM~~	~~04:45 PM~~	~~K - 5~~	~~$200~~	~~[email protected]~~	Join waitlist for Ecology at School: Fall: By Evanston Ecology Center [Fall 2026]
Thu	Art & Adventure: By Open Studio Project	A fun exploration into the arts. Open Studio Project classes are a great way for young artists to explore their creative freedom with fun art projects and various art mediums to create with. Art and Adventure allows students to come with their own imaginations to create freely.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$338	[email protected]
Fri	Program has reached capacity ~~Chess Scholars: By Afterschool Enrichment Solutions~~	Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.	~~03:45 PM~~	~~04:45 PM~~	~~K - 5~~	~~$213~~	~~[email protected]~~	Join waitlist for Chess Scholars: By Afterschool Enrichment Solutions [Fall 2026]

No Club Days: 9/21/2026,9/23/2026,10/5/2026,10/6/2026,10/7/2026,10/8/2026,10/9/2026,10/12/2026,11/3/2026,11/4/2026,11/23/2026,11/24/2026,11/25/2026,11/26/2026,11/27/2026

Interested in a Club?
Register Early!

Each club has a limited number of spaces and may also need a minimum number of children to run. Registering early helps secure your child’s spot and gives the club the best chance to move forward.

If a club is canceled by Right At School because it does not meet minimum enrollment, registered families will be notified and refunded according to the program policy.

Plan Ahead for
Discovery Clubs

View your district’s Discovery Clubs calendar for the full school year, including when registration opens and closes and when each club season begins and ends.

Dates are subject to change. Club availability may vary by school and season.

Clubs Winter 2026-27

Discovery Clubs Winter 2026-27

Dec 7 - Mar 5

REGISTRATION opens: Nov 9 • REGISTRATION CLOSES: Dec 18

Already enrolled in 2026/27 Right At School programs? Login to enroll!

Day	Club Name	Club Description	Starts	Ends	Grades	Price	Email	Waitlist
Mon	Pop Art: Bold Colors & Big Ideas!: By ARTSIE INC	Get creative with Pop Art! Inspired by Andy Warhol, students will explore bold colors, playful patterns, comic-book style, and everyday objects to create eye-catching artwork. Through fun, hands-on projects, young artists will experiment with color, repetition, and graphic design while discovering how ordinary things can become extraordinary works of art.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$149	[email protected]
Mon	Program has reached capacity ~~Beginning Sewing: By Butterscotch Sewing~~	Let’s sew together! This beginning sewing class taught by Butterscotch Sewing’s owner and fellow Washington parent, Rachel Hueffner, will teach your student all of the important sewing basics! Throughout the session the students will work on a variety of projects including pillows and accessories. Projects will be sewn using both hand sewing and the sewing machine. No prior sewing experience is needed. The class will make use of real sewing tools including fabric cutting scissors, needles, pins and patterns. Students will end the class with a great foundation for future sewing projects!	~~03:45 PM~~	~~04:45 PM~~	~~2 - 5~~	~~$167~~	~~[email protected]~~	Join waitlist for Beginning Sewing: By Butterscotch Sewing [Winter 2026-27]
Tue	Mudlark Theater's Act Two: Lights Up: By Mudlark Theater Company	In this dynamic after-school class with Mudlark Theater, students will strengthen their acting skills while working with short scripts from Mudlark. Through theater games, ensemble-building exercises, and creative storytelling activities, participants will learn how to collaborate as a cast and bring stories to life on stage. A key focus of the class is teaching students how to analyze, interpret, and perform material that has been written for them. They will use their Actor Toolkit to bring stories, characters, and relationships to life with the help of these scripts. This class can be taken as the second session of 3 sessions building on each other this school year or independently.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$238	[email protected]
Tue	Martial Arts by Connelly's Academy: By Connelly’s Academy of Martial Arts	Grandmaster Connelly is one of the most experienced and respected martial arts instructors in Chicago and the North Shore. He and his team of experienced martial arts educators have been providing fun, safe, and age-appropriate classes to our schools for over 30 years. His programs have had success in building confidence and motivating children to be respectful, responsible and resilient. Personal leadership and mutual respect form the foundation of his programs. Grandmaster Connelly and his team make learning martial arts fun, engaging and challenging, all the while building confidence, resiliency and personal leadership. This program teaches goal-setting and persistence, helping each child reach his or her personal best through the study of classical martial arts. Uniforms are not required for beginners. Uniforms may be purchased via our website. If not wearing uniforms, kids should wear loose, comfortable clothing. Belt promotion testing opportunities – where kids can advance in rank and earn a higher belt color by demonstrating what they have learned in class – are offered for qualified students in class. The belt-advancement testing fees start at $35. Partial test scholarships are available.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$188	[email protected]
Tue	Get Crafty! (Tue): By Let's Craft It!	Have a kiddo who likes to create and get messy with their hands? Then Get Crafty! is the perfect class for them. Evanston's own Let's Craft It! (and Washington mom, Samira Taher Kolb), is partnering with Right at School to offer this unique after-school elective. Kids will make cool crafts based on a different theme each week (from current cultural celebrations to seasonal changes), using mixed media and differing techniques. It'll be fun, a great way to unwind, plus get their creative juices flowing!	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	3 - 5	$250	[email protected]
Wed	Hands-on Engineering: By Kids STEM Studio	Dive into the exciting world of engineering through hands-on tinkering and creativity! Students will learn and apply core engineering concepts as they design and build their own electrical gadgets, machines, mechanisms, rockets, moving cars, rubber band-powered launchers, and more. As they explore a wide range of engineering disciplines, they’ll bring their creations to life, sparking curiosity and a lifelong passion for innovation! Students also get to take home their creations. New and exciting projects every season, every year!	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 3	$270	[email protected]
Wed	DIME: Hip Hop Dance: By Dance Is My Everything (DIME)	At DIME, we embody the spirit of dance through passion, creativity, and teamwork. Our dance team welcomes individuals of all skill levels, providing a supportive environment where everyone can flourish. Whether you're looking to enhance your technique or express yourself through movement, DIME is the perfect place to join a community that celebrates artistry and camaraderie. Come dance with us and be part of something truly special.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$200	[email protected]
Wed	Get Crafty! (Wed): By Let's Craft It!	Have a kiddo who likes to create and get messy with their hands? Then Get Crafty! is the perfect class for them. Evanston's own Let's Craft It! (and Washington mom, Samira Taher Kolb), is partnering with Right at School to offer this unique after-school elective. Kids will make cool crafts based on a different theme each week (from current cultural celebrations to seasonal changes), using mixed media and differing techniques. It'll be fun, a great way to unwind, plus get their creative juices flowing!	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	1 - 2	$200	[email protected]
Thu	Ecology at School: Winter: By Evanston Ecology Center	Join Ecology Center staff at your school each week this winter! Students will meet live animals, perform snow science STEM experiments, go on a snowshoeing adventure (when there is snow), make natural ornaments and crafts, learn about winter animal tracking, discover the natural wonders of winter adaptations, get introduced to sustainability, and explore the outdoors when possible. Each week we will take an adventure into a different fun winter theme, as we learn about the wonders of our amazing planet and how to take care of it together.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$200	[email protected]
Thu	Art & Adventure: By Open Studio Project	A fun exploration into the arts. Open Studio Project classes are a great way for young artists to explore their creative freedom with fun art projects and various art mediums to create with. Art and Adventure allows students to come with their own imaginations to create freely.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$338	[email protected]
Fri	Chess Scholars: By Afterschool Enrichment Solutions	Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research has shown a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas, including mathematics and language arts. Chess has been proven to enhance children's motivation, concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Each class will consist of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both beginner and experienced players are welcome and will learn under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach.	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$213	[email protected]
Fri	Cool'inary Cooking Club: By Sticky Fingers Cooking	Our interactive classes make cooking fun and deliciously educational. Kids will enjoy tasty, healthy recipes while learning S.T.E.A.M., culture, language, and geography. Led by experienced Chef Instructors, we ensure all allergies are accommodated, and recipes are always nut-free. Explore our weekly recipes and join us to WHIP up some culinary fun all year. Perfect for children of all ages! We have ALL NEW recipes planned throughout the school year!	03:45 PM	04:45 PM	K - 5	$313	[email protected]

No Club Days: 12/21/2026,12/22/2026,12/23/2026,12/24/2026,12/25/2026,12/28/2026,12/29/2026,12/30/2026,12/31/2026,1/1/2027,1/4/2027,1/18/2027,2/3/2027,2/12/2027,2/15/2027,3/3/2027

Interested in a Club?
Register Early!

Each club has a limited number of spaces and may also need a minimum number of children to run. Registering early helps secure your child’s spot and gives the club the best chance to move forward.

If a club is canceled by Right At School because it does not meet minimum enrollment, registered families will be notified and refunded according to the program policy.

Plan Ahead for
Discovery Clubs

View your district’s Discovery Clubs calendar for the full school year, including when registration opens and closes and when each club season begins and ends.

Dates are subject to change. Club availability may vary by school and season.

Days Off

Early Dismissal Camp

Starts at 12:05 PM
Ends at 6:00 PM

Program Info

Address:
914 Ashland Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202
Phone:
(224) 283-3170
Email:
[email protected]

Customer Support:
Contact Us

Area Manager:
Amber Woodson
(224) 343-5328
[email protected]

Childcare Assistance

Are you using state childcare assistance?

A Provider ID is a unique number assigned by the state to process subsidy payments. You’ll need this Provider ID when completing your required childcare assistance paperwork for this location.

For summer camps and non-school day programs, be sure to tell your agency your child is enrolled in full-time care, as summer approvals are often set up for part-time and may need to be updated.

Provider ID: 13867 18179 2711

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The Classic Day Camp Experience

TEN Adventure Weeks. Endless ways to explore, create, and connect. RAS Summer Camp blends big weekly themes with the timeless spirit of day camp fun, the kind of summer joy you remember and your child will never forget.

Because when kids get to explore, create, and connect — every moment counts.

Open March – April During Spring Break

Adventure Awaits This Spring!

Campers begin their journey on a quest through imagination, creativity, and hands-on exploration. Inspired by the spirit of legendary quests, your kids work together to build, craft, and create as they tackle new challenges each day.

spark your child’s unique imagination.

Year-Round Fun for School Holidays & Workdays

When school’s out, Camp is in!

From single-day holidays and short breaks to teacher workdays and early dismissals. Whenever school’s out, we’re open with full days of hands-on fun, games, and creative projects that keep kids active, social, and learning.

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Washington Elementary

Explore & Register for RAS Programs

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CHOOSE A PROGRAM:

Your Guide to Available Programs

2026-27 Before & After School

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Clubs Fall 2026

Discovery Clubs Fall 2026

Interested in a Club?Register Early!

Plan Ahead forDiscovery Clubs

Clubs Winter 2026-27

Discovery Clubs Winter 2026-27

Interested in a Club?Register Early!

Plan Ahead forDiscovery Clubs

Days Off

Early Dismissal Camp

Program Info

Childcare Assistance

A place to be a kid!

Give your kid a boredom-busting mission this winter break

Availability varies by location.

New, curiosity-inspiring curriculum Journeys every two weeks!

JOIN US AFTER SCHOOL FOR AN ADVENTURE LIKE NO OTHER

Availability varies by location.

The Classic Day Camp Experience

Because when kids get to explore, create, and connect — every moment counts.

Open March – April During Spring Break

Adventure Awaits This Spring!

spark your child’s unique imagination.

Year-Round Fun for School Holidays & Workdays

When school’s out, Camp is in!

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