If you have questions about Music Conservatory lessons, please email our Conservatory Coordinator, Emma Mooradian; and for questions about performing arts activities, please email Head of Performing Arts Eric Novod. *As stated in each music group below, students will automatically continue in their year-long Music ensemble(s), to prepare for performances throughout the year. There is no new registration for these groups, but you may contact Eric Novod with any questions/interest,.etc.*

If you have questions about athletics teams (separate from the sports clubs below), please email our Director of Athletics, John Pelin. 

Lunch LEGO League Team - Days 3 and 6 | $500

Calling all Lego Enthusiasts and Makers! We're considering offering Lego League build sessions during lunch on days 3 and 6 this year. This year's special challenge will include competing against your teacher, Mr. Coker! It's a great way to perfect your skills for the NYC Lego League competition. Whether you're a master builder or beginner, there's a spot for you on our team.

Mondays

Debate Team | Grades 5-6 | 3:15-4:15 pm 

Students on the Middle School debate club will have the opportunity to learn how to form arguments and have oral debates on current topics in the news and facing the world, led by our very own Model-UN coach, Mr. Goodin. This team will also facilitate ongoing development of critical thinking, articulation, and public speaking skills.

Mondays

Middle School Voices | Grades 5-8 | 3-4 pm | Mr. Ferrari

Dwight Voices, led by Middle and Upper School music teacher Mr. Ferrari, is Dwight’s long-standing choral program. This weekly choral group will explore a wide range of material, from classic choral selections, to modern acapella songs. Unique performances are planned, including a winter caroling performance in December, and a Spring Concert in May. This activity requires attendance at each session. Stay tuned for placement information and concert dates/additional rehearsal schedule information. Dwight Voices is prepped for another successful and exciting year! 

*Middle School Dwight Voices is open to all Middle School students, and there are no auditions to participate. Please note that, though exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis, these are year-long groups that prepare for performances and concerts throughout the year.

Mondays

Basketball Club | Grades 5-6 | 3-4 pm

The Basketball After-School Club is an exciting and dynamic program designed for students who are passionate about basketball or want to learn more about the sport. Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, this club provides a fun and inclusive environment where you can develop your skills, improve your fitness, and make new friends.

Mondays

Kicks Run Club | Grades 5-7 | 3-4 pm | $440

Kicks Run Club is NYC's leading running experience for children ages 4-18. The primary goal of Kicks is to help young athletes become better runners and happier, healthier kids! Each session will include a warm up, brief lesson, running game, age-appropriate distance run in varied locations, and lots and lots of fun! Each season, runners will train in a fun and supportive environment and participate in exciting community races. Running is scientifically proven to make children physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger. Through team running, children begin to set and achieve goals while learning the importance of sportsmanship. Studies have shown that children who run outdoors experience reduced levels of stress and anxiety, and gain focus and concentration in their everyday lives. In a time where screens take center stage, it is more critical than ever to get our children outside, breathing fresh air, and running! Most importantly: it’s super fun!

Tuesdays

Intro to Middle School Rock Band | Grades 5-8 | 3-4 pm | Dwight Conservatory Faculty If you’d like to join a band for the first time… this is the place for you! Intro to Middle School Rock Band is accepting any students wanting to learn an instrument in a collaborative and supportive ensemble environment. Singers, guitarists, pianists, bassists, drummers, and percussionists are all welcome, and if you play a different instrument and would like to join, please reach out to us and confirm it is possible. We’d love to have you! This group will learn fundamentals and instrumental/vocal exercises, and gradually prepare for an end-of-year concert that showcases all they have learned throughout the year. This activity requires attendance at each session. Stay tuned for additional information and concert dates/additional rehearsal schedule information. 

*Intro to Middle School Rock Band is open to all Middle School students, and there are no auditions to participate. Please note that, though exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis, these are year-long groups that prepare for performances and concerts throughout the year.

Wednesdays

Co-Ed Soccer| Grades 5-6 | 3-4 pm | $495

Welcome to Middle School Soccer Club with Mr. Ramirez! Our club is open to students in grades 5 and 6 who are eager to learn or improve their soccer skills while having fun in a team-centered environment. Whether a student is new to the game or has some experience, everyone is welcome! This soccer program will focus on teaching your child to be comfortable with the ball by further developing soccer skills, such as dribbling and shooting, and an introduction to passing. 

Wednesdays

Instrumental Music: Strings/Winds/Brass Ensembles | Grades 5-8 | 3-4 pm | Dwight Conservatory Faculty 

This is an opportunity for string/woodwind/brass musicians to rehearse and perform in an ensemble setting throughout the school year. Students learn how to perform effectively in a chamber ensemble, and will prepare for performances at various events throughout the school year (including a Winter Concert in December and a Spring Concert in May). This ensemble requires attendance at each rehearsal. Note: Repertoire and curation of this group (or multiple smaller groups) will be determined based on instrumentation/experience level of interested students. 

*Instrumental Music (Chamber Strings/Winds/Brass) is an auditioned group for students with previous experience on their chosen instrument. Audition videos will be requested from all students who sign up for these groups, so results will be known before these ensembles begin. Please note that, though exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis, these are year-long groups that prepare for performances and concerts throughout the year.

Wednesdays

Debate Team | Grades 7-8 | 3:15-4:15 pm 

Students on the Middle School debate club will have the opportunity to learn how to form arguments and have oral debates on current topics in the news and facing the world, led by our very own Model-UN coach, Mr. Goodin. This team will also facilitate ongoing development of critical thinking, articulation, and public speaking skills.

Wednesdays

Bentley House Theater Production | Grades 5 & 6 | Wednesdays & TBD* | Ms. Greene

The Theater department is pleased to announce that, for the first time this year, fifth and sixth graders will present their very own theater production. Rehearsals for the Grades 5 & 6Theater Production will begin in January, with performances in late May 2025. Please reserve Wednesday afternoons if you are interested in participating. Stay tuned for more information and a sign-up questionnaire sheet, available from Ms. Greene soon. 

*There will likely be one additional weekday added for rehearsals as we get closer to the production. Stay tuned for this information from Ms. Greene, well in advance of winter registration, in order to plan accordingly.*

Bentley House Theater Production | Grades 7 & 8 | Wednesdays & Saturdays | Ms. Guzowski 

The Bentley House Theater Production for grades 7 and 8 is already underway, and therefore registration is closed for this opportunity. Seventh and eighth graders rehearse on Wednesdays and Saturdays starting in September, leading to a performance in mid-January. 

Thursdays

Kicks Run Club | Grades 5-7 | 3-4 pm | $495

Kicks Run Club is NYC's leading running experience for children ages 4-18. The primary goal of Kicks is to help young athletes become better runners and happier, healthier kids! Each session will include a warm up, brief lesson, running game, age-appropriate distance run in varied locations, and lots and lots of fun! Each season, runners will train in a fun and supportive environment and participate in exciting community races. Running is scientifically proven to make children physically, mentally, and emotionally stronger. Through team running, children begin to set and achieve goals while learning the importance of sportsmanship. Studies have shown that children who run outdoors experience reduced levels of stress and anxiety, and gain focus and concentration in their everyday lives. In a time where screens take center stage, it is more critical than ever to get our children outside, breathing fresh air, and running! Most importantly: it’s super fun!

Thursdays

Advanced Middle School Rock Band | Grades 5-8 | 3-4 pm | Dwight Conservatory Faculty 

The Dwight Rock Band is set for a big year of rehearsing and performing! After determining the band’s instrumentation and musical approach, students will select a setlist in collaboration with their instructor, learn about the theory and techniques of their chosen material, and train for live performances (including a Winter Concert in December and a Spring Concert in May, among possible others). This activity requires attendance at each session. Stay tuned for audition/placement information, and concert dates/additional rehearsal schedule information. 

*Advanced Middle School Rock Band is an auditioned group for students with previous experience on their chosen instrument. Audition videos will be requested from all students who sign up for these groups, so results will be known before these ensembles begin. Please note that, though exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis, these are year-long groups that prepare for performances and concerts throughout the year.

Fridays

Dodgeball Mania  | Grades 5-6 | 3-4:30 pm | $440

Duck and go! Mr. Presti and Mr. Panahi will offer this very popular game as an after-school activity. Whether your child likes to charge the line with an amazing throwing arm or prefers to hide and wait with the sneakiness of a chess master, a classic game of dodgeball offers fun and excitement to every style of player.

Fridays

Volleyball Club | Grades 5-6 | 3-4 pm | $440

Join Coach Ramirez for the Middle School Volleyball Club, which is designed for students who want to learn and develop volleyball skills in a fun and supportive environment. Whether you’re a beginner or have some experience, this club will help build confidence, teamwork, and athletic skills through engaging drills, games, and practices.What to expect:

Skill Development: We focus on teaching essential volleyball skills such as serving, passing, setting, hitting, and blocking.Teamwork & Sportsmanship: Students will learn the importance of communication and working together as a team.Friendly Competition: Regular scrimmages and friendly matches give students a chance to test their skills in a game setting.Physical Fitness: Volleyball is a great way to improve coordination, agility, and endurance.