Afterschool Clubs at Jones Elementary!
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
The Ira B. Jones FTO is proud to invite all Jones Global Scholars to participate in our Afterschool Clubs Program! This program, offered Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays this spring, features fun, enriching, interest-based sessions on the Ira B. Jones campus, providing an extended-day afterschool option for our students. Clubs are led by a mix of community members and Jones staff members, with topics varying from session to session.
This year, we are slightly changing the schedule: clubs will not begin until 3:30: before that, they will have time before the club - they will play outside. After clubs end at 4:30, students will either be picked up, or go outside for outdoor play until 5:15.
Spring Season
January Session*: January 5th - January 29th
Session 1: February 2nd - March 26th
Session 2: March 30th - May 28th
Spring 2026 Session 2 Club Offerings
Schedule is still in development and is subject to change until registration opens on 3/16!
Monday Clubs
7 Meetings: 3/30, 4/13, 4/20, 4/27, 5/4, 5/11, 5/18
Dungeons and Dragons!
Instructor(s): Ms. Bee and Ms. Martinez (Jones 4th and 5th Grade teachers)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 5:15 PM
The Vibe: Embark on an epic quest! Students will build characters, solve puzzles, and roll the dice in a world of pure imagination. Both new and returning players are welcome!
Reminder: students will be picked up at 5:15, not 4:30!
Cost: $16/week (Total: $112)
The Art of Science
presented by the Asheville Museum of Science
Grades: K–2 | Pickup: 4:30 PM (Extended to 5:15 available)
The Vibe: Was Van Gogh a scientist? Was Einstein an artist? What does the A in “STEAM” stand for? Well, “The Art of Science,” will tell you! We’ll work together to create projects that highlight the intersection between art and science. From Rorschach tests to discovering the way colors blend and light bends, this session gets students not just thinking - but creating!
Cost: $14/week (Total: $98)
Paper Making with Ms. Immy!
Instructor: Ms. Imhoff (Jones Art Teacher)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM (Extended to 5:15 available)
The Vibe: Learn the ancient and beautiful art of making your own paper from scratch! Ms. Immy will show students how to give new life to scrap paper and pulp by reforming it into new sheets of beautiful, handcrafted paper!
Cost: $14/week (Total: $98)
Arts and Crafts with Ms. Grace!
Instructor: Ms. Grace (Jones 3rd Grade Assistant)
Grades: K-2 | Pickup: 4:30 PM (Extended to 5:15 available)
The Vibe: Hands on fun: drawing, painting, collage, sun catchers, bracelet making and more! This club will focus on one to two day projects for students to take home with an emphasis on recycled materials.
Cost: $14/week (Total: $98)
Tuesday Clubs
8 Meetings: 3/31, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 5/26
The Joy of Manga
Instructor: Jordan Redden (Afterschool Staff)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Dive into the world of Japanese graphic novels! Students will create their own characters and world to make their own manga books with Afterschool staff member Jordan!
Cost: $14/week (Total: $112)
Origami Club with Ms. Immy!
Instructor: Ms. Imhoff (Jones Art Teacher)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Master the beautiful art of Japanese paper folding!
Cost: $14/week (Total: $112)
Karaoke & Dance Club
Instructor: Jo’El Longacre (Afterschool Staff)
Grades: K–2 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: High energy, big voices, and great moves. The perfect place for students to burn off energy and find their spotlight! Students will learn their favorite songs and dances, perform for their friends, and create their own choreography with Afterschool staff member Jo'El.
Cost: $12/week (Total: $96)
Wednesday Clubs
8 Meetings: 4/1, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27
Pokémon Club
Instructor: Vance Kimsey (Afterschool Staff)
Grades: 1-4 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Pokemon fans, the time has finally come! Afterschool staff member Vance will teach students how to play the Pokemon card game, and lead other Pokemon-themed activities! Students are welcome to bring their own cards, but we will also have cards available for those who don’t have their own. No supplies or previous experience is required!
Cost: $12/week (Total: $96)
Mask Making with Ms. Immy!
Instructor: Ms. Imhoff (Jones Art Teacher)
Grades: K-2 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: With a range of materials and techniques, students will learn about the different uses of masks around the world, and make their own! Become whoever you want to be!
Cost: $14/week (Total: $112)
Jewelry Making with Ms. Grace!
Instructor: Ms. Grace (Jones 3rd Grade Assistant)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Come learn the basics of jewelry making from tools, findings, making your own pendants and charms. Students will learn to make: earrings, bracelets, necklaces, keychains, and charm bracelets/necklaces. Projects will range from one day to multi-day projects.
Cost: $14/week (Total: $112)
Dungeons and Dragons!
Instructor(s):
Ms. Bee and Ms. Martinez (Jones 4th and 5th Grade Teachers, 5:15 pickup)
Ryan Foster (Afterschool Staff, 4:30 pickup)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 5:15 PM or 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Embark on an epic quest! Students will build characters, solve puzzles, and roll the dice in a world of pure imagination. Both new and returning players are welcome!
Reminder: students in Ms. Bee or Ms. Martinez’s groups will be picked up at 5:15, not 4:30!
Cost: $16/week or $14/week (Total: $128 or $112)
Thursday Clubs
8 Meetings: 4/2, 4/16, 4/23, 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28
Slime Lab!
Instructor: Jo’El Longacre (Afterschool Staff)
Grades: K-3 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Slime lab is back! Afterschool staff member Jo'El will lead students in making a different kind of slime each week to bring home. Prepare to get messy!
Cost: $14/week (Total: $112)
Zines & Mail Art with Mr. Leo
Instructor: Leo Ott (Afterschool Staff)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Turn "scraps" into art! Use collage, drawing, printmaking, and stickers to create booklets and "snail mail" to share with the world! "Zines", from shortening the world "magazine", are booklets meant to be easily and cheaply produced and shared, starting with the use of Xerox machines. Students will learn a bit about the history of zines and their use, and explore different techniques to create their own.
Cost: $14/week (Total: $112)
Lego Club
Instructor: Ms. Tess (Jones 3rd Grade Teacher)
Grades: K–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: The ultimate builder's paradise. Participate in challenges and free-build sessions!
Cost: $12/week (Total: $96)
Terrestrial Investigations
Instructor: Jordan Redden (Afterschool Staff)
Grades: 3–5 | Pickup: 4:30 PM
The Vibe: Investigate Earth sciences including ecology, animals and how they interact with their environment, and geology!
Cost: $12/week (Total: $96)
Interested in working with us? Email us at jonesafterschool@gmail.com!
Frequently Asked Questions
What will the afternoon schedule look like?
Upon dismissal at 2:35 pm, participating students will walk to the school’s cafeteria to eat a snack. They will then either transition to outdoor play or indoor independent reading, depending on what they are sign up for. They will then return to the cafeteria to be picked up by their club leader. Students will then either go out to the car line for pickup at 4:30 when their club ends, or go outside for outdoor play, from which they can be picked up either before or at 5:15.
Do clubs still take place when school is closed?
No. The Jones Afterschool calendar aligns with the Asheville City Schools (ACS) calendar, so we will be closed on holidays, teacher workdays, conference days, snow days, and early release days. Please review the ACS calendar and be sure to make other arrangements for your child as needed.
My student has a schedule conflict that will require them to be absent for one of the scheduled dates. Can they still join?
No problem! Simply email jonesafterschool@gmail.com to let us know of any absence in advance. Note there are no discounts/refunds/credits given nor make-up days available for missed sessions.
My child needs to ride the bus home. How will the bus pick them up?
Unfortunately, there is no ACS bus service available at this time. All participants must be picked up by parents or other designated adults.
How and when should I pick up my child?
Clubs will dismiss through the car line at either 4:30 pm or 5:15 pm, depending on your club selections. Please arrive at the school to pick up your child no later than 4:40 pm if leaving after one club, or 5:25 pm if your child is signed up for two clubs on any given day. Pickups after those times will incur a late fee of $1 per minute, per child, which must be paid before the following week’s session in order to continue with the program.
Please ensure that anyone picking up your child has been added to the approved pickup list. To confirm who is on your list or make changes, you can call the front office at 828-350-6700. Drivers picking up students must have a valid ID on hand and may be asked to present it.
Can I sign up for only one day of the week?
Yes! This program is flexible, and participants have the option of choosing Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, or any combination of these days.
How can I pay?
Our registration platform, Jumbula, accepts PayPal for credit card payments (online payment incurs an additional processing fee), or you may drop off a check (payable to “Ira B. Jones PTO”) or cash with front office staff, who will deliver it to the FTO.
IMPORTANT: Please include your child(ren)’s name(s) and the name(s) of the specific club(s) you are paying for either in your check memo or in the notes with your online payment. Please pay promptly before the first session begins, or risk forfeiting your spot.
Scholarships are available for students as needed. If you would like to register for a scholarship, please email us at jonesafterschool@gmail.com.
What if a club I want to register for is full?
Please register them for another club and then email us at jonesafterschool@gmail.com with the subject line Waitlist. In your email please include your child/children's first and last name, grade, and the club they wish to wait for. If a spot were to open up we will email you to let you know. You will have 24 hours to confirm and pay any additional fees, if needed, to ensure your child/children's spot. After 24 hours we will move down the waitlist.
Do I need to send an afternoon snack for my student?
After school ends and before students walk to their club, they’ll have a break and the program will provide snacks (e.g., pretzels, granola bars, popcorn, or similar) at no cost. If you have specific dietary requests, please email in advance and we will make every effort to meet them with what we have on hand. We encourage you to send your own snack if your student has more challenging dietary restrictions. Please also ensure your student has their own water bottle!
Are materials provided for classes?
Yes – some, but not all, clubs require supplies/materials. Instructors have noted a flat materials fee that each student must pay, where applicable. For clubs that do have such a fee (for example, $14 for Arts & Crafts), the fee will be reflected in your registration total.
How can I reach out to program staff or the FTO with questions about Jones Afterschool?
Please email Leo at jonesafterschool@gmail.com. Afterschool staff will be busy during program hours (Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:30-5:15 pm), so are unlikely to be able to check emails then. Please communicate earlier in the day or call the Jones front office (828-350-6700), which staffs its phone lines until 3:45 pm daily.
