Foster PLUS Fall Winter 2026

Foster PLUS
After School Enrichment Classes                                                                                 
 
Weeks Vary Depending on Class
(No Classes During School Vacations or Half Days)
Registration Online Begins Thursday, October 29th at 10am
Classes held at Foster 2:35pm-3:35pm
Questions please contact the Rec at 781-741-1464
 
 
  
POLICIES & PROCEDURES
The after school program is a fee-based program available to students at Foster who wish to pursue after school interests. Please read the following registration procedures and policies thoroughly as you consider after school activities for your child. The following ensures a safe and successful after school program.
 
  
REGISTRATION

• Registration opens Thursday, October 29th at 10am
• Parents may register online at www.hinghamrec.com or by calling the Hingham Rec office at 781-741-1464
• Each Household must create an online household account and add each participating student as a member.
• Registration is on a first come, first served basis
• Your child’s participation in a given course is confirmed through an email receipt confirming payment
• If your child has an allergy, please note that when registering in the medical alert note section

 

DISCIPLINE
Students are to meet the same expectations for behavior as  for the regular school day. Students should show care and respect to the instructor and their peers. If a child’s behavior becomes a disruption, parents will be notified and the appropriate course of action will be  followed, which can include dismissal from the program with no refund. By registering your child, you agree to the terms of the programs.
 
DISMISSAL & SAFETY PROCEDURES
Foster PLUS children are dismissed first at the end of the day. They should   listen to the announcement which says “Foster PLUS Students report to the room 119.” They should bring their coat and backpack as if they are leaving for the day. All children will be picked up in room 119 by parent or guardian at 3:35pm (unless otherwise stated in program description). Please park and enter the side door by gym to pick up your child. To ensure the safety of the children, please have your ID ready.  If your child will be walking home or picked up by someone other than the parent, please call the Hingham Rec office. Please remember to change your Pick Up Patrol to let the school know your child will be staying for Foster PLUS.

 
OFF-SITE & PERFORMANCE CLASSES
Please note the course descriptions to see if your child’s course has a last class share, performance, or off-site workshop. We encourage parent or guardian attendance.
 
ABSENTEE POLICY
Please notify the Hingham Rec at 781-741-1464 before 2pm if your child is unable to attend class that day. There are no make-up classes or refunds for student absences. In the event an instructor is absent, parents will be notified as soon as possible and students will be sent home at their normal dismissal time. If we are unable to reach you, the student will remain in the school office until a parent can be reached. 
 



Program Descriptions Fall Winter 2026

Art Explorers
Gr. K-2 (Fridays 11/13-12/18)  No Class 11/27
Gr. 3-5 (Wednesdays 11/18-12/16)  No Class 11/25, 12/9
Create works of art using many types of materials including cardboard, tinfoil, canvas, painted paper to name a few. Experiment with multiple mediums such as chalk pastels, oil pastels, metallic markers, paint, glitter and more. Explore these art techniques to create your own style of artwork. 
Instructor: Ms. Russo

Basketball
Gr. K-2 (Wednesdays 11/18-12/16)  No Class 11/25, 12/9
Time for some good old fashioned Basketball! Making use of the adjustable nets, our basketball players will be able to dribble, drive and dunk (well maybe not dunk) with the best of them. Fast-paced Fun for all levels. Let’s get on the court and play some ball!
Instructor: Rec Staff
 
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self Defense
Gr. K-5 (Mondays 11/9-12/14) 
In Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense, we focus on skills that will encourage self-confidence in all aspects of children’s lives.  We teach discipline, patience, respect, sportsmanship, and self-control.  Jiu-Jitsu’s core principles focus on awareness, balance, and leverage.  Dedeco BJJ has over 30 years of experience helping kids build self-confidence through Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. To find out more about us, please visit DedecoBJJ.com
Instructor: Dedeco Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
 
Edible Garden– Entrepreneurial Edition!
Gr. 3-5 (Mondays 11/9-12/14) 
Get outside and into the school garden with Holly Hill Farm. We will use our time each week to tend the garden and learn about what crops need. After our work is done, we will sample fresh produce, play games, and create nature themed crafts.
Instructor: “Friends of Holly Hill Farm” in Cohasset
 
Fun with Beads and Bedazzling
Gr. 4-5 ( Thursdays 10/1– 10/29)
Want to bedazzle a book, squishie, or another item that could use some sparkle? Bring your item from home—we’ll provide all the supplies you need to make it shine. We’ll also have a variety of items ready for your creative touch, including: Canvases, Journals, Picture frames, Keychains, Fun figures

Instructor: Ms. Russo
 
Rec Games
Gr. K-2 (Tuesdays 11/10-12/15)
It's time to put away the controllers and the online multiplayers and break out the table and face-to-face battleship sinking. We want to get them excited about Risk, and Life, Checkers and maybe even Parcheesi. For an hour we will harken back to the days where you tell someone they forgot to say Uno with a wry smile on your face that they can actually see.
Instructor: Hingham Rec Staff

Inch By Inch Row By Row
Gr. K-2 (Mondays 11/9-12/14) 
This program aims to get children outdoors in the garden and in nature whenever possible. As the world prepares for winter, there is so much to notice and explore outside! We will also celebrate the food from the late fall garden by cooking and preparing healthy dishes  and we will use our creativity by making nature-themed crafts.
Instructor: “Friends of Holly Hill Farm” in Cohasset
 
Homework Club
Gr. 3-5 (Wednesdays 11/18-12/16) No Class 11/25, 12/9
Join Homework Club! Homework Club provides a structured, supportive environment where students can complete assignments while developing important executive functioning and study skills such as organization, time management, focus, planning, and self-monitoring. Our goal is to help students foster independence and build confidence in their ability to manage schoolwork so that families can enjoy calmer evenings at home without homework battles.  
Instructor: Mrs. Pravia
 
Knitting
Gr. 3-5 (Fridays 11/13-12/18) No Class 11/27
Have you ever looked at a pair of knitting needles and thought, “Could I do that?” The answer is, YES! Yes you can! Our Knitting class will focus on the techniques at the foundation of the age-old art of knitting. In this inclusive and fun environment we will learn stitches and focus on a project that our students can take pride in creating. All levels  welcome.
Instructor: Lori Randall
 
Magnitude: Strength  + Power
Gr. 2-5 (Tuesdays 11/10-12/15)
Join Magnitude Strength & Power for a speed and agility session that makes getting faster fun! Learn some of the important speed drills our athletes are doing every day at Magnitude, plus play fun games that will have you sprinting, cutting, and changing direction faster than ever.
Instructor: Magnitude Strength + Power
 
Multisport
Gr. K-5 (Thursdays 11/12-12/17)  No Class 11/26
This all-encompassing program features a comprehensive selection of sports such as Soccer, Flag Football, and Basketball. Parents can equip their children with invaluable life skills and expose them to the wonders of sports at an early age. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn more about the compelling benefits of sports! 
Instructor: Coach Hermes
 
Rising Stars: IMPROV
Gr. K-2 (Tuesdays 11/10-12/15)
Gr. 3-5 (Thursdays 11/12-12/17) No Class 11/26  
Unleash your child's creativity and quick thinking with Spotlight's Improv Class! In this fun and interactive class, participants learn the basics of improvisational theater through exciting games and activities. They develop core life and performance skills—including teamwork, spontaneity, storytelling, adaptability, problem-solving, and decision-making—all while building confidence and making new friends.
Whether they are building on skills from a previous session or joining for the first time, no scripts or rehearsals are needed—just pure imagination and endless possibilities. Sign up today and watch your child's imagination take  stage!
Instructor: Spotlight Theater Staff
 
Slime and Squishy Club
Gr. 3-5 (Mondays 11/9-12/14) 
Slime and Squishy Club- Join the Slime and Squishy Club! Open to all 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders! This after-school club meets in Mrs. Pravia’s room on Mondays from 2:35–3:35 PM. Come showcase your favorite squishies, share the best Nee Doh hunting spots, and create awesome slime recipes each week, including butter slime, fluffy slime, and more. Discover the science behind slime while having fun with friends. Students will go home with a brand new slime creation each week! Plus, don’t miss out on fun Nee Dohs and other squishy surprises. It’s the perfect mix of creativity, science, and fun!
Instructor: Mrs. Pravia
 
STEM: Minecraft Club
Minecraft Gr. 1-4 (Tuesdays 11/10-12/15)
Welcome to Minecraft Club! A fun and educational environments where players can explore, build, and collaborate within the popular virtual world of  Minecraft . Our classes aim to foster creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills through engaging gameplay and structured activities.
Instructor: Suzi Corkhum with STEMPlay
 
Yoga
Gr. K-5 (Fridays11/13-12/18) No Class 11/27
Learn  who you are through movement, control, flexibility, breathing, and listening to the world! Find your Inner Zen. .
Instructor:  Miss Laura