Dear Winn Brook Families, 

We are delighted to announce details for the spring session of the popular PTA Extracurriculars program! This program provides an opportunity for Winn Brook students of all grades and interests to enjoy low-key, non-graded classes either before or after the school day. The program is coordinated by PTA volunteers and all funds generated go directly to the PTA to support school priorities. If you are new to Winn Brook or Extracurriculars, please read to the end for some helpful FAQs along with instructions to set up your registration account.   

Important Dates - Spring 2024 PTA Extracurriculars

• Tue 3/19 - Class previews available at winnbrook.recdesk.com
• Thur 3/21 - Registration opens at 9:00pm
• Mon 3/25 - Registration closes at 9:00pm
• Mon 4/1 - Spring session classes begin
• Thur 5/16 - Spring session classes end
• No classes any day the week of April break
• Make-up classes, if needed, the week of  May 20

Remember

• Visit winnbrook.recdesk.com to preview courses starting March 19th
• Register online starting THURSDAY 3/21 at 9:00pm
• Classes are filled on a first-come, first-served basis and some fill quickly in the opening minutes of registration
• Payment will be accepted by credit card only   

We look forward to the Spring Session of PTA Extracurriculars and thank you for your continued support of this valuable program at Winn Brook!   If you have any questions, please reach out to: winnbrookptaextra@gmail.com.

Sincerely,

Lydia Kogler, Chair - PTA Extracurricular Committee

Extracurricular FAQs

What are Winn Brook PTA Extracurriculars?

Beyond the school day, this program provides an opportunity for Winn Brook students of all grades and interests to enjoy low-key, non-graded classes across a wide range of topics including sports, nature, art, computing, movement, theater, science and more. We are fortunate to have the talents of Winn Brook teachers and parents as instructors, as well as specialists from professional organizations and independent artists.

When are Extracurriculars offered?

The PTA Extracurricular Committee typically coordinates three sessions per year (fall, winter, spring) with each session lasting 6-8 weeks. During each session, some classes are held in the morning, usually 7:35-8:35am. The majority take place right after school, so 2:50-3:50pm most days and earlier on Wednesdays given the fluctuating schedule.

How do I sign up?

All registrations take place online at winnbrook.recdesk.com.  It is a first-come, first-served system, and some classes fill up within minutes of registration opening, so you are encouraged to sign up early!  Each family must create their own account on RecDesk to get started, and payments are only accepted via credit card. A waitlist option is available once a class is full. You will be contacted if a space opens. 

Each household must have a RecDesk account in order to register for a class. If you have not already done so, review the instructions below to set up a NEW RecDesk account. Existing users should sign in with their username and password.  Please prepare this info ahead of time to ensure a smooth registration process. 

What are the costs?

Classes typically range from $85-$220, depending on the content and provider. All proceeds from these classes support the Winn Brook PTA.

How does my child get to class? How are they dismissed?

For morning classes, students enter through the school’s main doors on Waterhouse Road and can walk themselves to the class location. For younger students, office staff will help ensure students get to their class location. Students are then dismissed in time to begin the school day with their classmates.

For afternoon classes, students in Grades 1-4 walk themselves to the class location, while K students are escorted by school staff. At the end of class, students in the WBExL program are brought to that location by their Extracurricular instructor. Students being picked up as well as those 4th Graders allowed to walk home (with permission) are brought to the main lobby and then dismissed via the main entrance on Waterhouse Road. There is an Extracurricular monitor (school staff) who manages this process and is present throughout the afternoon classes.

Can my child attend WBExL and Extracurriculars?

Yes, and many do! Please note however that these are two separate programs and there is no cost-sharing.  Students enrolled in WBExL pay the same fees as other students for Extracurriculars, and do not receive a discount from the WBExL program.

FOR NEW USERS

INSTRUCTIONS TO CREATE A NEW RECDESK ACCOUNT

1. Go to winnbrook.recdesk.com, then click on the gold box "Create Account.”
2. One parent should enter his/her own information on the first “Create Account” form, check the “Head of Household” box and complete only the required info marked by red asterisks. This person will receive all emails and notifications for the household. NO STUDENT INFO should be listed here.  Complete the form by selecting a username and password, and click “Submit.” This creates a household account.
3. Click “Add Household Member,” complete the form with your child’s information, click “Submit.” 
4. For additional children, click “Add Household Member” and complete the form.