by Rachel Wells Read-alouds are a popular activity in elementary school classrooms for good reason – in fact it’s one of the most…
On October 21-23, Apollo After School and Chess Wizards had the privilege of exhibiting at the NJSBA’s Workshop and the NYSSBA’s Annual Convention &…
by Rachel Wells Team building games and activities are a great tool for helping students learn to work together, listen carefully, communicate clearly,…
by Rachel Wells We love an art project that’s simple, engaging, and pretty enough to hang up on the wall! Foil prints are…
by Rachel Wells No one want to be in a classroom full of students, with 10 minutes left and nothing to do. That’s where…
When parents entrust their children to Apollo After School, they are doing more than signing them up for enriching activities — they are placing…
By Rachel Wells Learning everyone’s names at the beginning of the school year can be a challenge for both students and teachers –…
by Rachel Wells Play dough has been a staple of childhood for generations. From strengthening hand muscles to sparking creativity, this simple play material…
by Rachel Wells The first day of school has all the makings to be chaotic – kids aren’t sure what classroom they’re supposed to…
by Rachel Wells March is National Reading Month, and readers of all ages can join in the celebration! Reading regularly is one of the…