Voyagers After School Program

Voyagers After School Program takes place on Tuesdays and Thursdays after the regular school day. Students can make new friends and get involved in a variety of fun activities outside the traditional classroom.

Voyagers is part of the Cardinal Community Learning Center (CCLC) which offers many other programs to students and the community. Our programs include: Voyagers After School Program, Student Connections, Community Education and Community Events.

Online registration opens on December 17 at 5:00am. If you have any questions or need assistance, please call (715) 726-2402 or email our Voyagers inbox @ cfmsvoy@chipfalls.org .

We recommend registering early, as classes fill up FAST!

No Call/No Show Policy

We understand that circumstances can arise that may prevent students from attending their scheduled classes. However, consistent attendance is crucial for the effectiveness of our programs and the learning experience of all participants. Therefore, we have implemented the following policy regarding no call/no show incidents:

If a student misses a class three times without notifying the Voyagers office, the student will be immediately dropped from the class without a refund. To avoid this, please inform us in advance if your student will be absent.

How to Notify Us of an Absence

Call us at (715) 726-2402 or email us at cfsdmsvoy@chipfalls.org.

We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain a productive and enjoyable learning environment for all students.

Refunds and Cancellations

If you enroll for a class and it is canceled, you will be fully refunded. If you cancel your class enrollment 14 days prior to the start of class, you will be fully refunded. If you cancel your class fewer than 14 days before the start of the class, you will not be refunded.

Weather Related Cancellations

If CFAUSD Schools are closed or canceled during the day, all Voyagers After School activities will also be canceled, even if the weather has cleared by the time classes were to start. If school is in session, but the weather looks questionable, parents/guardians will be contacted at their registered phone/email around 1:00 pm if the decision is made to cancel classes.

If classes have to be rescheduled, we will do so according to the instructor's availability.

Class Scheduling

Please make sure to check for overlapping dates when signing your student up for classes. Students are not able to enroll in two classes that are held on the same day. The exception to this rule is ‘Education Station’, which is an ongoing class and may be missed if there are additional classes that the student would like to attend.

Fees

Fees may be assessed for some enrichment classes and field trips. This helps offset the costs associated with certain activities. Please contact the Voyagers office if these fees cause a financial hardship. We may be able to offer a scholarship that will cover the cost of the class for your student. You will be asked to complete a short scholarship form. There are a limited amount of scholarships that are available.

Fee: $20

Limit: 8

Instructor: Wyatt Pelky - Musician

This class is for Guitar lessons on TUESDAYS. In your guitar lessons class, students will gain a solid foundation in guitar playing, whether they are beginners or looking to refine their skills. They will learn essential techniques such as proper finger placement, strumming, and fingerpicking, as well as develop a strong understanding of music theory, including scales, chords, and key signatures.

As students progress, they'll explore different styles of music, from rock and blues to classical and jazz, helping them to become versatile players. They'll also gain practical skills, such as reading sheet music and tablature, improvisation, and developing a personal sound.

Guitars will be available. Students are invited to sign up for one or both days of guitar lessons!

Fee: $5

Limit: 12

Instructor: Renee Gillet - Instructor

Time to experiment and create your own original artwork influenced by a master artist! Each day students will have a unique opportunity to explore the techniques and styles of a different artist. Join us for a fun and enriching art experience!

Fee: $5

Limit: 12

Instructor: Renee Gillett - Instructor

Join us for exciting Esports gaming tournaments! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is your chance to play against your peers, meet new friends, and showcase your gaming skills. The class will select which games to compete in. Among the options will be Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate!

Fee: $10

Limit: 10

Instructor: Jenny Schafer - Community Education Coordinator

What is fun, creative, and yummy too? Cake decorating! The possibilities are endless for designing your edible masterpiece. In this class you will experiment with a wide variety of decorating tips to try your hand at making various designs. Cupcakes and frosting will be provided - simply bring your creativity! You will get to take your creations home to share.

Fee: $5

Limit: 12

Instructor: Jenny Schafer - Community Education Coordinator

What’s the best thing about winter? Making snowmen!

In this class you will make an adorable sock snowman with NO sewing required! These little fellas are perfect for decor, gifts, or a fun project on days when it's just too cold to make a real one.

All materials are included and everyone will go home with one snowman and instructions to make as many as you want at home. You will never look at that lone sock you pull out of the dryer the same way again!

Fee: $5

Limit: 10

Instructor: Bonnie Phillips - Instructor

In this beginner-friendly class, you'll learn the basic sewing techniques and skills needed to bring your creative visions to life.

You’ll create fun and practical projects, from potholders and pillowcases to aprons and reusable paper towels. No prior experience is necessary, just a willingness to have fun and learn something new!

Fee: $10

Limit: 10

Instructor: Bonnie Phillips - Instructor

Dive into the world of fiber arts and create your own unique hooked rug! In this beginner-friendly class, students will learn the basics of rug hooking, a fun and easy-to-learn craft that involves pulling loops of yarn through a woven fabric to create colorful designs. No experience is necessary! By the end of the class, you'll have a beautiful handmade rug that you can proudly display in your room or give as a gift.

Fee: $20

Limit: 8

Instructor: Wyatt Pelky - Musician

This class is for Guitar lessons on THURSDAYS. In your guitar lessons class, students will gain a solid foundation in guitar playing, whether they are beginners or looking to refine their skills. They will learn essential techniques such as proper finger placement, strumming, and fingerpicking, as well as develop a strong understanding of music theory, including scales, chords, and key signatures.

As students progress, they'll explore different styles of music, from rock and blues to classical and jazz, helping them to become versatile players. They'll also gain practical skills, such as reading sheet music and tablature, improvisation, and developing a personal sound.

Guitars will be available. Students are invited to sign up for one or both days of guitar lessons!

Fee: $15

Limit: 12

Instructor: Renee Gillet - Instructor

Session 1: Learn how to cook quick and easy recipes with “I’m Hungry Semi-Homemade Recipes”! This class is great for young chefs who want to whip up delicious meals without spending hours in the kitchen. We’ll explore how to use store-bought ingredients as a starting point to create homemade dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and dessert that are tasty!

Fee: Free

Limit: Unlimited

Instructor: Elsa Olson - Middle School Teacher

Need a quiet space to focus on your homework? Education Station is your go-to spot. Whether you're tackling tough assignments or just need a place to concentrate, our classroom provides the perfect environment. Plus, our CFMS teachers are available to offer guidance when you hit a roadblock.

Fee: $10.00

Limit: 27

Instructor: Ms. Neinfeldt - 8th Grade Social Studies Teacher

Do you like to make things? Are you interested in bringing out your creative side? Do you like to play mini golf? If you said yes to any of these questions, this is the class for you! We will tap into our creative sides in a collaborative learning environment where students use tools and technology to design, experiment, invent and build their own mini golf course! Students will develop creativity and critical thinking skills, learn to work with others and practice thinking critically about complex problems and design creative solutions.

Parent Pickup - Students will be using door #1 to exit the building. This is the first set of doors you see when you enter the pickup loop (see map ). Please park in view of the doors so your student can see you. Once you pull through the loop and your child can identify the vehicle, they will be released.

Attendance - Students attending after school classes will have attendance taken in the lunchroom. Students arriving late to Voyagers must check in at the Voyagers office before joining class to avoid being marked absent. Please call us at (715) 726-2402 or email us at cfsdmsvoy@chipfalls.org if your student will be absent from Voyagers.

Mission Statement - In partnership with local resources and organizations, the Cardinal CLC will be a vital part of the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District by delivering lifelong learning opportunities to community members of all ages.

Disclaimer - Voyagers reserves the right to use any photography/video taken at any Voyagers class without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video for social media purposes. If you prefer your student not to be photographed, please contact the Voyagers office.

Do you have a talent or hobby that you would be interested in sharing with students? Consider teaching or assisting a class for Voyagers! Sharing your time and talent with students can be fun and rewarding.

We always welcome volunteers, but we also have paid positions for our instructors. It's a great way to earn a little extra money and have a great time while doing it!

Contact Janet Marty, CCLC Programs Coordinator if interested at

martyjt@chipfalls.org.

Email: cfsdmsvoy@chipfalls.org

Location: 750 Tropicana Boulevard, Chippewa Falls, WI, USA

Phone: (715) 726-2402

Janet Marty

CCLC Student Programs Coordinator

martyjt@chipfalls.org

Olivia Danielson

CCLC Student Programs Admin. Asst.

danieloa@chipfalls.org

Ann Zenner

Director of Cardinal Community Learning Center

zennerak@chipfalls.org