Extracurriculars

Extracurricular at FCMS 

We are offering extracurriculars here at FCMS for the ‘24-’25 school year!

Hosting extracurriculars here at FCMS helps eliminate the stress of having to shuffle your student around yourself when you already have so much on your plate. While these companies are not directly hired through FCMS, we have built a relationship with these trusted companies and they have heightened our students' experience with an array of activities. These companies are part of our FCMS community. We strive to provide top-notch experiences and opportunities for our students. This principle continues into these aftercare extracurriculars. Please read below to learn about these excellent programs. 

Piano Lessons: 

Thursday: Lessons begin at 3:30 

Teaches students to read music using a multiple-key approach emphasizing recognition of intervals rather than names of notes. After mastering knowledge of the significant scales, students are then ready to play with any key. This program is a program that will run throughout the school year, and these lessons will build onto each other. By the end of the year, students will have a foundation of piano knowledge and be able to play fundamental songs. This program does request practicing at home to help your student be successful and have proper progression. Keyboards will be provided for each student to use during the lessons here at FCMS.

Instructor Name: Matthew Norris ([email protected])

Registration Link: 

Introduction to Suzuki Violin: 

Tuesdays: Begin at 3pm

$120 per month

Students will learn the basics of the violin and learn foundational techniques and tunes utilizing the Suzuki Method. Instruments will be provided by the students' families and brought to FCMS on Tuesdays for class.

Rentals are available from $20-$30 per month, and guidance will be provided. 

Instrument sizing will be determined in class and personal instruments will be required by the end of September. This ensures students have the opportunity to play at home and progress.

Students will learn basic classical, fiddle and old-time tunes.

Students and Families are welcome to attend monthly Family Jams and participate in seasonal concerts.

Instructor Name: Walker Martin ([email protected]) 512-762-4636

Registration: Email Walker ([email protected]) to register.

Please contact Walker Martin for enrollment or questions.

Chess Club (with Chessmates)

Tuesday: 3:00 - 3:45

Our chess instructors teach lesson plans each week about Openings,

Middle Games and Endgames. Players will learn how to think ahead, play smart and beat their parents at chess! In Chess Club, we work to create an environment where the kids enjoy learning and playing chess, incorporating fun activities, prizes and time

for 1 on 1 chess. Our Chess Club works for all skill levels.

Instructor: Ben Beavers ([email protected])

Registration link: https://chessmatesfc.com/school/fort-collins-montessori/

Golf Lessons (The Birdie Lab): 

Tuesdays 3:30 to 4:15

The Birdie Lab offers Junior Golf at FCMS to work on golf fundamentals, motor skills, athletic motions, and light exercise in a fun environment. No equipment is required. We have everything needed for your child to learn and have fun!

Instructor Name: Matt Gibson ([email protected])

Registration link & QR Code: https://square.link/u/nufsH4Cj?src=sheet

Taekwondo Lessons: 

Fridays 3:00 - 3:30 

We help students learn valuable life skills they will use for the rest of their lives. We do this by creating a positive, hard-working environment and by having instructors who serve as role models for young people to look up to. In doing all of this, we contribute to a safe and peaceful community. 

Instructor: Master Kim ([email protected])

Registration: Email Master Kim ([email protected]) to register. 

Payments are made via check (made payable to World Class Taekwondo) at the beginning of each month for $80. You are welcome to drop off a check at the front office at FCMS. 

Let's Play Spanish at Montessori

When - Fridays 3:45 - 4:45 (Kinder-3rd grade)

Price - $180

Registration - Visit www.espanolwithoutstress.com and go to “Find Your School”

Class description 

Learning Spanish has never been so much fun! Our Let's Play Spanish School Club is packed with interactive games, songs and stories that allow students to experience language in a completely comprehensible, fun and engaging way. Designed for beginners, these classes will provide your kids with the basic concepts and vocabulary to get started in their journey to learn Spanish while fostering an enthusiasm for language learning. (NOTE: returning students will get new vocabulary every session, our classes are designed to grow with your kids!)

How extracurriculars work here at FCMS: 

When your student is dismissed from their academic day they will come to the aftercare room. Our aftercare staff will ensure your student arrives at their extracurricular at the appropriate time and place (we host the programs here on FCMS campus). When the program is finished, they can be picked up or they can join us in aftercare. If you choose to pick your student up right when the program ends, we will have a prorated aftercare price for you this year. For more information about the different pick up options please contact Sara Robertson ([email protected]). 

Payment: 

To enroll your student in our extracurriculars they will need to be enrolled in aftercare on the correlating day. Payments for extracurriculars will be paid directly through the programs themselves. We send invoices for aftercare via Procare at the start of every month. 

Questions: 

If you have specific questions regarding the program, please contact the instructor directly. *Once you have registered for an extracurricular or if you have any questions, please contact Sara Robertson ([email protected]).