Before & After School Enrichment Programs | PopSmart Academy

PopSmart Academy partners with schools, PTSAs, and educators to deliver engaging, curriculum-aligned before and after school enrichment programs designed to spark curiosity and build academic confidence in elementary and middle school students.

We offer the following programs:

  • Writing
  • Science
  • Public Speaking and Debate
  • Entrepreneurship

Why Schools & PTSAs Choose PopSmart Academy

✔ Aligned with classroom learning – Reinforces core academic skills without duplicating the school day
✔ Hands-on & experiential – Students learn by doing, experimenting, writing, and discovering
✔ Age-appropriate & engaging – Content is carefully designed for developmental stages
✔ Low lift for schools – We handle curriculum, materials, instruction, and classroom management
✔ High value for families – Enrichment that feels both fun and academically meaningful

Our goal is to support educators and school communities while giving students something they look forward to every week.

Currently operating in Samantha, coming soon to McAuliffe and Fernwood.

If you are a parent or a part of PTSA or associated with a school and want to bring our engaging programs to your students, email us at contact@popsmartkids.com or call us at 206-569-8012.

Program Overview:

Writing Enrichment (Grades 3–5):

Our writing program is designed to strengthen students’ communication and storytelling abilities. Each class includes a “word of the day,” a focused grammar lesson, and time to write and develop a story. Students will learn how to organize their thoughts, use descriptive language, and write with clarity and confidence. Each session—fall, spring, and late spring—explores different writing styles such as narrative, persuasive, expository, and creative writing.

Public Speaking Enrichment (Grades 3–5):

Our public speaking program is designed to help students become confident, articulate, and expressive communicators. Each class includes a warm-up activity to build comfort speaking in front of others, a focused lesson on key techniques such as body language, voice modulation, and eye contact, and guided practice through speeches and debates. Each session focuses on different themes ensuring that returning students encounter new material and continue to grow without repetition.

Science Enrichment (Grades 2–5):

This interactive science program brings key concepts to life through experiments and project-based learning. Students will explore topics across physical, earth, and life sciences in a fun, engaging format designed to promote critical thinking and curiosity.

While not a complete list, the following are some of the key topics we plan to cover: What is Life?, Cell Theory, Energy and Food Chain, Matter, Atoms and Molecules, Physical Changes and Chemical Reactions, Force, Energy, Motion and Measurement, Sound, Vibration and Waves, Light and Shadows.

Please note that our instructors prioritize student safety at all times, and none of the materials or chemicals used in our activities are harmful to touch.

Logistics

  • Frequency: Weekly, one-hour classes
  • Location: On-site at the school
  • Group Size: Small group model (up to 12-15 students per group)
  • Instructors: Each class will be led by two experienced educators with expertise in child-centered, inquiry-based teaching.

We would be happy to tailor the curriculum based on your school’s needs and schedule. Thank you for considering this opportunity to partner in providing meaningful, high-quality enrichment for your students. We look forward to working together.