Pump up your writing with tips and twists from the award-winning (and frequently funny) author of 80+ children’s books!

Whether or not you like writing, and regardless of what kind of writing you like, you'll learn how to...

• come up with irresistible opening lines
• produce a compelling plot
• create unpredictable characters
• craft epic cliffhangers
• build to a compelling climax
• incorporate humor
• use metaphor to make your writing pop
• leave readers wanting more

You’ll come away from the program motivated to write for fun and ready to embrace the writing required for school…AKA skills for life!

IMPORTANT NOTE FOR PARENTS: Please tell your young writer in advance that everyone will read aloud what they write in the program. With conviction!

Marc is the author of Bill the Boy Wonder, which changed history, inspiring the Hulu documentary Batman & Bill as well as a TED Talk.

He has done assemblies and workshops for kids in 30+ states and almost 20 countries and has two kids of his own. He’s had a blast working with young writers at Georgetown Day since 2020.

Learning basic Chinese vocabulary and conversational expressions by immersing in Mandarin through singing, movements, storytelling, and imaginative role-playing.

Children will meet in small groups of 4-8 with two known providers working together
from GDS (Kristin Pillay and Laura Howell). As in the 2022-2023 school year, three
separate groups would take place during the week after school.

Dribble, pass, throw, shoot and score this semester with ActivePlay!

Have you ever wanted to be a Photographer? Well, this is your chance! In this afterschool class, we’ll learn the basics of photography, in all of its forms.

Young hip-hop and ballet artists will begin with building blocks of dance technique.

Unleash Your Creativity with Sewing! Join this exciting Sewing class to design and create unique projects. Beginner or experienced, you'll develop essential sewing skills and unleash your imagination.

Chess is a classic game that develops spatial thinking strategies and builds focused concentration.

LetsMakeitWork will teach students to organize, plan, prioritize, manage time, maintain focus, self-assess, and study/work efficiently. 

Give your child a head start on their basketball journey with our Early Youth Basketball program. Our after-school classes are designed to teach young children the core skills they need to succeed on the court. With experienced coaches and a fun, supportive environment, your child will quickly develop a love for the game.

Have you ever wanted to start your own business or website? In this class for budding entrepreneurs, that’s exactly what you’ll do!

Children will meet in small groups of 4-8 with two known providers working together
from GDS (Kristin Pillay and Laura Howell). As in the 2022-2023 school year, three
separate groups would take place during the week after school.

Dribble, pass, throw, shoot and score this semester with ActivePlay!

Chess is a classic game that develops spatial thinking strategies and builds focused concentration.

These classes will expose students to French songs, vocabulary, food, and culture, helping them develop an ear for the language and to build their excitement for future language acquisition.

The GDS 360 Outdoor club will be a time after school to go on adventures outside, make arts and crafts, get dirty, play games, and learn skills that make being outside lots of fun.

Language and culture are inextricably linked and should ideally be taught together.

Unlock the power of the media and become a storyteller in the dynamic world of broadcast journalism!

The Advanced Debate course is for students who wish to further their debate skills and pursue debate as a competitive activity.

Unleash Your Creativity with Sewing! Join this exciting Sewing class to design and create unique projects. Beginner or experienced, you'll develop essential sewing skills and unleash your imagination.

Chess is a classic game that develops spatial thinking strategies and builds focused concentration.

These classes will expose students to French songs, vocabulary, food, and culture, helping them develop an ear for the language and to build their excitement for future language acquisition.

We are so excited to introduce our high-quality Chia Chinese lessons to the GDS community. Learners of Chia Chinese Learning will be engaged in learning Chinese language with real-life experiences.

Join in on the fun this Spring with Active Play Flag football.

Art is powerful and inspiring, and it can help change the world.  In the Art with a Heart Class, students will create art that focuses on themes related to self-awareness, social awareness, empathy, compassion, and gratitude.

Children learn best when they are fully engaged and having fun! Science in Spanish helps students get familiar with The Scientific Method while soaking up practical Spanish from native Spanish-speaking teachers.

Join MS Quiz Bowl today!

Learning basic Chinese vocabulary and conversational expressions by immersing in Mandarin through singing, movements, storytelling, and imaginative role-playing.

Does your child have a passion for cooking? In this cooking class, students will discover how to prepare delicious international and American dishes safely and skillfully.

Young hip-hop and ballet artists will begin with building blocks of dance technique.

Does your 1st-2nd grade student love navigating how things work on a computer?

These classes will expose students to French songs, vocabulary, food, and culture, helping them develop an ear for the language and to build their excitement for future language acquisition.

The GDS 360 Outdoor club will be a time after school to go on adventures outside, make arts and crafts, get dirty, play games, and learn skills that make being outside lots of fun.

Join in on the fun this Spring with Active Play Flag football.