AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS

Morning Star's beloved art teacher, Melissa Summerfield, will lead 4th and 5th graders on a 6 week journey of advanced art projects to further their interest and knowledge in art. The course will cover different mediums and students will take home finished art pieces.  

Art projects in this course will include art journaling, acrylic painting, collage, and 3D sculpture. 

OPEN TO: 4th and 5th graders only

SPACES AVAILABLE: 12 students

FALL 2025 SESSION: Wednesdays from 3:15-5:15pm; Oct. 8, 15, 22, 29, Nov. 5, 12

COST: $250/student

LOCATION: Morning Star Cafeteria

This 6 week course will take younger students on a 6 week journey through creative arts of diverse mediums. Morning Star mom Kristin Kennedy will guide students through projects including paper collage, weaving, and puppet making. Guest artists will include instructors from 406Cirque and other visual artists. Students will engage in hands-on art projects culminating in an art show at the end of the session.

OPEN TO: K-3rd graders only

SPACES AVAILABLE: 24 students

FALL 2025 SESSION: Thursdays from 3:15-4:45pm; Oct. 9, 23, 30, Nov. 13, 20, Dec. 4

** Circus class will be: Oct 23 and 30 **

From 406Cirque: In Bozeman, you don't have to run away to join the circus! Join 406Cirque for PIR Day Circus Camps.

COST: $150/student

LOCATION Morning Star Cafeteria

** Please note Chess Team is for 1st-5th grades, we had previously listed All Grades** 

Chess Club at Morning Star is an exciting opportunity for students of all ages to learn to play or strengthen their skills. Instructors from MSU’s Chess Club will challenge students during this program and foster a love of the game.  There will also be a member of the MSU Aspiring Educators to assist the coaches and children during their sessions.  

OPEN TO: 1st - 5th grades

SPACES AVAILABLE: 24 students, mixed between beginner and intermediate  

FALL 2025 SESSION: Mondays from 3:15-5pm; Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15

COST: $150/student

LOCATION: Morning Star Library

Winter/Spring 2026 Session: Tentatively planned from February through the end of the school year.  Watch for an announcement in late 2025.

**A NOTE FROM OUR INSTRUCTORS***

We believe every child in America should learn chess. A lot of people think chess is outdated or boring, or that it’s “basically solved.” This is untrue. 

There are more possible chess games than atoms in the universe. So many that no computer could see them all. Like many fields of research there are still new things being discovered and new ideas introduced. 

The most grounded lessons come first though. A chess player will learn to take responsibility for their mistakes. Every move is your own. If you mess up you take it as an opportunity to learn. 

In chess, as in life we must learn patience, humility, discipline, and how to think ahead. You learn to improve by changing how you think about the game. These lessons reach far beyond the chess board.

- Leif and Kai

This 4 week session will introduce students to the many styles of hip-hop dancing and will end with a performance where kids can show their parents what they've learned. Hailing from Australia, Colette Pengelley is a seasoned dance instructor and choreographer who has been a part of shows such as So You Think You Can Dance Australia, Disney Kids, and the Australian Open.

OPEN TO: K-5th grades

SPACES AVAILABLE: 30 students

FALL 2025 SESSION: Wednesdays from 3:15-4:30pm; Nov. 19, Dec. 3, 10, 17

COST: $80/student

LOCATION: Morning Star Cafeteria

We want every student who’s interested to have the chance to join. If cost is a concern, confidential scholarships are available—just email treasurer@morningstarpac.org. To help us plan, please send requests at least 2 days before registration opens for each session. Families will be notified of scholarship decisions the day before registration opens.

Because of the costs of running these programs, only a limited number of scholarships can be offered for each class. To give as many students as possible the opportunity to participate, scholarships may rotate each time programs are offered so that more students can benefit.

If spots are already full and you want to join the waitlist, please email: waitlist@morningstarpac.org. Be sure to tell us the class you would like and your student's name and grade.  Classes openings will be offered to the waitlist on a first come, first serve basis. 

PAC Cancellation - Before Classes Begin
If a program is cancelled by PAC due to low enrollment, families will receive a full refund.

PAC Cancellation - After Classes Begin
If an unforeseen circumstance arises (such as instructor illness), PAC will first seek a replacement instructor. If a replacement cannot be found and the class must be cancelled, PAC will work to reschedule the class or provide a pro-rated refund for the sessions that are cancelled.

Participant Withdrawal – Before Classes Begin

If a family needs to withdraw before the first class, a full refund may be granted if the spot can be filled from the waitlist. Families are asked to notify PAC at least 3 days before the first class to allow enough time for another student to enroll.

Participant Withdrawal – After Classes Begin

Once the class has started, no refunds will be issued. Families may choose to transfer their spot to another student (subject to approval), but the original registrant will not receive a refund.