Extend and Enrich

The PJS Players are excited to announce a partnership with McCarter theater for our fall production of Shakespeare's Macbeth! All students in the 5-6 Suite are invited to participate. Rehearsals will begin on September 15th and will take place after school on Mondays and Wednesdays. Auditions will be held after our first 2 rehearsals on September 22nd. All students who audition are guaranteed a part! Performances will take place on Friday, November 14th and Saturday, November 15th at 7pm. A meeting will be held for students who are curious but unsure if they would like to join on Friday, September 12th at 12pm.

Coach Anton and Coach Burd are calling all runners! The PJS cross-country team will train and compete with other independent schools at several cross-country meets in the area this Fall. Practices will be held Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays after school throughout the Fall. Meets will be held in October, and we plan to join the Thanksgiving Turkey Trot in Princeton again this year. The team will be open to all children in Grades 4 - 6. Take time to talk it through with your child before signing up. The rewards of competing and being a member of a team are great, but training three days a week is obviously a big commitment.

Scheduling Note: Students in Cross Country are allowed to miss one practice a week if they would like to participate in the Fall Play.

Join us for a fall gardening adventure led by Ms. Morris! This hands-on class is open to students in grades K–4 and will focus on caring for our summer crops, planting cool-season vegetables, harvesting, cooking, and preparing the garden for winter rest. Along the way, students will learn how plants change with the seasons, discover which crops grow best in the fall, and explore the important roles animals and insects play in keeping our ecosystem healthy. From harvesting fresh produce to planting new seeds and tucking our garden in for the colder months, we’ll be growing more than just food—we’ll be growing teamwork, knowledge, and a lasting connection to nature. All garden tools and gloves are provided—just bring your curiosity and love for the outdoors! Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or new to planting, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s dig in and celebrate the fall season in our school garden!

PJS’s Odyssey of the Mind Program is back once again for the 2025-2026 school year. We had teams make it all the way to World Finals the past four years and we’re excited to jump into this creative process once again! A letter and meeting will follow to provide you with more specific information about the program. We are excited to be offering this program to students grades 4th-6th! 

As described by the Odyssey of the Mind Association, “Odyssey of the Mind is a creative problem-solving competition for students of all ages. Kids select a problem, create a solution, and then bring their solution to competition against other teams in their age category." This program combines performing arts, creative writing, set design, and engineering in an amazing way that gives everyone an opportunity to shine. Students work in teams of up to seven members under the guidance of a coach.

Grades 5 and 6: Odyssey of the Mind practices will begin at the start of the Fall enrichment program on Tuesdays until 4:30

Grade 4: Odyssey of the Mind will begin in the Fall as part of the "Beyond the Classroom" program during the school day. All students interested in participating in Odyssey will select it as their "Beyond the Classroom Choice.

*Beginning the week of November 3rd*

Grades 4-6: Practices will be Tuesdays and Thursdays until 5:00 for all participants.

Let’s Get Crafty! Unlock your child’s creativity in this fun, hands-on enrichment program! From making lanyards and painting pumpkins to learning the basics of hand crochet, each session offers a new opportunity to explore, create, and express. Whether they’re seasoned crafters or just getting started, your child is sure to have a blast while building confidence and developing valuable crafting skills.

It’s THYME to SPICE up your afternoons with Sticky Fingers Cooking! Join the ‘Cool’inary Cooking Club to explore a wide variety of delicious and healthy recipes, from savory snacks to sweet treats. This class will allow children to hone their culinary skills while learning cooking language, geography, and the different cultures these recipes come from. Led by experienced Chef Instructors, all allergies are accommodated, and recipes are always nut-free. Young chefs across all skill levels are welcome to join us as we WHIP up some culinary fun this fall.

Get ready to move and groove with Coco Dance! This program is designed not only to foster a passion for dance, but also to focus the mind, develop strength and flexibility, and build confidence. Students in this course will discover different dance techniques and learn how to use dance as a creative and expressive outlet. Dancers of any skill level are invited to join us as we explore the joy of music and movement.

Lovers of stories are invited to join us for Storytime and Crafts this fall! Students in this club will get to listen to a book and make a craft inspired by the story. This program will help little learners to foster their love for all things creative, from coloring to collaging, while also helping them further their fine motor skills and grow in their confidence of their creative abilities. Whether your child is an avid reader or crafter, they are sure to enjoy this fun, hands-on program.

Take a lead alongside Ms Clark and work collaboratively with fellow PJS ambassadors in leading and serving the very place we all love and where we work & play, everyday- PJS!

**Please note: This program requires an application letter of intent/interest