Co-Curricular Activities

Taught by Boise Rock School

1st-4th Grades, Tuesdays, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m.

5th-9th Grades, Tuesdays, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m.

In Contemporary Ensemble, students have access to instruction on a variety of musical instruments, including drums, bass guitar, electric and acoustic guitar, keyboards and even their own voice. Classes consist of instruction via the curriculum of Boise Rock School and will focus on learning and writing awesome songs. Each student is part of a real band, with a real name and repertoire. In short, we think the best way for students to learn music is to create awesome music together. At the end of the semester, there will be a performance at a local venue.

More information about Boise Rock School can be found at www.boiserockschool.com

Taught by Boise Rock School

The Foothills School Strings Section is Boise Rock School's new offering for violinists, violists, cellists, and double bassists. The class focuses on both classical standards and contemporary tunes. The Strings Section also has opportunities to collaborate with the Contemporary Ensemble. The Strings Section is led by Boise Rock School teacher jessica Burlile, who has an extensive classical background and is a double major in jazz performance and education.

For more information on Boise Rock School, visit www.boiserockschool.com

Taught by Leta Neustaedter

1st-4th Grades, Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:00 - 3:45 p.m.
5th-9th Grades, Mondays & Wednesday, 3:45 - 4:30 p.m.

In Vocal Performance, students gain a strong vocal foundation and the confidence to perform in front of others. Students will learn formal vocal techniques, such as proper breath support, vowel formations, dynamics and more, and will apply them to a variety of musical genres like pop, folk, world, choral, and classical. Songs will include opportunities for solo performances and harmonies, and students will perform a cappella and with music accompaniment. There are several performance opportunities throughout the year, including a music theater production.

Leta Neustaedter has been performing in the Treasure Valley for nearly 30 years as a musician and actor. She also has extensive experience as an arts educator working with organizations such as the YMCA, Head Start and TrICA. She owns Metamorphosis Performing Arts Studio where she teaches vocal lessons, acting programs, and runs a private practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. She is entering her fifth year with the Boise Philharmonic Master Chorale, she also performs in the community as a solo act playing folk/pop, and with an a capella jazz quintet. Her dog Bodhi is in training to become a therapy dog and currently works as a Reading Dog at Lowell Elementary.

Taught by Lila Rudow of Boise Rhythmic Gymnastics

Rhythmic gymnastics is a unique Olympic sport that combines the beauty of dance with the excitement of a colorful apparatus. Students will learn expressive dance routines and exercises with a ribbon, ball, hoop, and rope. This program offers skills to enhance flexibility, balance and coordination. Each Boise Rhythmic Gymnastics session includes a graceful performance and self-esteem building skills that will last a lifetime.

Lila Rudow is a nationally-certified coach, former competitor of rhythmic sportive gymnastics and has over 15 years of teaching experience.

Led by Christine Chang

5th-9th Grade, Fridays, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Much like a football or soccer team, Science Olympiad teams prepare throughout the year for tournaments. Each team will bring a group of students to participate in events in their skill set. Practices vary from weekly meetings to daily work as the spring tournaments near, supported by an interlocking group of coaches, parents and mentors from the community, academia and industry. Science Olympiad competitions are like academic track meets, consisting of a series of 23 team events in each division. Annually, a portion of the events are rotated to reflect the changing nature of anatomy, physics, geology, astronomy, mechanical engineering and technology By combining events from many disciplines, Science Olympiad encourages a wide cross-section of students to get involved in active, hands-on group participation.