Dear Parents/Guardians: Session I of the DMS afterschool programming will be for six Tuesdays: Oct.9 Nov. 13 from 2:30-3:45pm.

. Students report to the gym hallway at the end of the school day for a light snack and then proceed to their classes. The activities are being made possible by DMS staff, as well as community and parent volunteers. NO transportation is available and students must be picked up promptly at 3:45pm unless otherwise noted. Registrations must be in by Monday Oct. 1. Spots are filled on a first come, first serve basis. There is a sliding scale fee structure and the class fee must accompany the registration form. Due to the low costs of this program we are asking that you send in cash and not checks if at all possible. Every attempt will be made to allow each student to participate in a class but space is limited. For registration to be complete: Send in the Registration Form and Permission Slip that are attached. Send in your sign up fee based on the sliding scale in cash if possible. Volunteers Needed: If you are interested in sharing a hobby and teaching a class, being an aide for a class, taking attendance and distributing snack, buying snacks (the cost of which is reimbursed) or helping behind the scenes please contact Fran Meffen at 516-7210 or send an email to f.meffen@dover.k12.nh.us. A bonus for volunteering is that your child participates free in a class for that session. Meetings will only be held 3-4 times throughout the year with the rest being done via email or phone. Hope you will join! WE NEED a new knitting teacher! If you can help PLEASE contact Fran Meffen. Session I offerings: The Rogue Waves: The Rogue Waves is a skateboarding group open to students who consider themselves intermediate to expert skateboarders. Group members will meet at the Red Alert Indoor Skateboard Park in Dover for an extended class ending at 5 PM. All group members MUST have their own skateboard and safety equipment and must be picked up PROMPTLY at the skateboard park. Parents of participants are responsible for making all travel arrangements to and from the Indoor Skateboard Park. The COAST bus is on longer traveling this route. Mr. Johnson will meet the students at the facility starting at 2:50PM. Grades 7/8 only 13 students total

International Flavors for All: Try an introduction to international flavors with this six week course. We start with appetizers from Italy (bruschetta) and South of the Border (nachos grande). Next well move on to a main dish from Italy (3 pasta sauces) and a side dish from Spain (empanadas). The last part of the course will feature a pastry from the Far East (almond cookies) and adaptations of the English tea-time favorite, orange-currant scones and blueberry-oat cakes. All materials and equipment are supplied so just show up and be prepared to have a great time! Grades 5-8 14 students total

French:Language and Art Experience: Participants will learn to speak a little French by studying art from the Louvre (old masters) to the Muse d'Orsay (impressionists) to the Centre Pompidou (modern). Students will also create their own original works in the styles of the artists studied. This program is being brought to you by members of the Dover High School French Club. Dover Middle School students will walk to Dover High School to participate in this program. Students will be picked up at DHS at 3:45pm. Grades 5-8 12 students total

American Sign Language: Would you like to learn a new language? Then this class is for you! Come start learning the basics of American Sign Language. Participants will start off with letters and numbers and then move on to having whole conversations. Surprise your friends and family with your new skills. This class will be offered each session and students who have learned the basics will be eligible to continue to more advanced training. Grades 5-8 14 students total Build a Sea Perch and Travel the Seas The Sea Perch is a small remotely operated underwater vehicle (ROV) designed to be built by students. This class is focused on encouraging students interest in Science, Engineering, Technology and Math (STEM) and the pursuit of careers in one of these areas. To build the ROV students will cut, solder, wire and waterproof components. Students will discuss challenges of operating vehicles underwater and how vehicles can be modified for specific missions. A challenge will be presented to the student teams at the end of the project when the ROV is launched at the Dover Indoor Pool. This class is being conducted by staff from the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard and there is no fee for materials. SESSIONS will end at 5pm. Grades 7-8 14 students total. If space allows grade 5/6 may be admitted with permission and a teacher recommendation. Simple Machines Lego Style: Do you like all things legos. Would you like to have hundreds of pieces to work with to make new and exciting builds? Then join this program where you will assemble vehicles and more while learning about what makes a simple machine. Students will work in teams of two each week to do exciting builds. Each week will bring a new adventure. This is a great addition to our Science, Technology, Engineering and Math offerings. Grades 5 and 6, 14 students total STEM for Girls! Each week participants will gain background on what engineers do followed by a hands-on activity encouraging girls to develop the creative problem solving skills connected with engineering. Activities will include creating a wastewater treatment plant, making homemade ice cream, and a mechanical dissection. This program will be run by UNH- Society of Women Engineers (SWE) members who want to see more girls consider careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Grades 5-8, GIRLS only! 14 students total.

Literary Magazine: New at Dover Middle School DMS is forming its own literary magazine! The magazine will publish original works of fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry by students and staff members alike. Although submissions to the magazine are open to all grade levels, for this inaugural edition a select group of dedicated seventh and eighth graders will organize and run the magazine as a staff. Students must obtain a written recommendation from their language arts teachers in order to apply for the twelve positions. Please attach the recommendation to your registration form and permission slip. Grades 7-8 only, 12 students total.

DETACH REGISTRATION FORM & PERMISSION SLIP & Submit CLASS FEE TO: Fran Meffen, Afterschool Program Coordinator Registration Form Please detach this Registration Form and send it in with the Permission Slip and class fee to Fran Meffen, DMS Guidance department. Registrations are due back no later than Monday Oct.1. Classes will be filled on a first come, first serve basis. If you have any questions call Fran Meffen, 516-7210 or email f.meffen@dover.k12.nh.us. Fees: $10 Yearly family income below $42,000 $20 Yearly family income above $42,000

Parents Name______________________ Phone number: 2:30 4pm ______________ Students Name ________________________Grade ____ HR ___________________ First Choice _______________________ Second Choice_________________________ Class lists will be posted in the building by Oct.4th Please make sure to fill out Permission Slip on the back and submit Class Fee.

Afterschool Programming
Permission Slip

Dear Parent/Guardians: Please fill this sheet out completely. Pertinent information: Parent/guardians must provide transportation. There will be no transportation provided Students must be picked up promptly at 3:45. If there is a snow day the afterschool program will be cancelled and a make up session scheduled if possible. Payment for each session must be received with the registration form (see details on registration form). A snack will be provided. Donations are gladly accepted. NO child will be able to participate in any afterschool program without this permission slip signed and returned to Fran Meffen, DMS Afterschool Program Coordinator with their registration form and payment. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------DMS Afterschool Permission Slip I/we have been informed as to the nature of the activity and acknowledge that there are always certain risks for those who participate. We realize that all efforts will be made by the teachers to ensure the safety of the students, but understand that the school cannot assume responsibility for unreasonable accidents and/or injuries. I/we agree that our child must adhere to all safety rules and regulations, as well as all instructions from the adults. Failure to do so may result in exclusion from this or other activities. If there is important information, medical or otherwise, that the school staff should know, I/we agree to provide it to the nurse and/or teachers prior to the start of the session. I/we understand the risks and requirements for our child to participate and give our consent to participate in the afterschool program. I, ________________________ give my Son / Daughter _________________________ permission to take part in the Dover Middle School Afterschool Program from 2:30 to 3:45 on Tuesdays. I understand that I will be responsible for providing transportation promptly at 3:45. Afterschool programs will be cancelled if there is a snow day. Parent/Guardian Signature: __________________________________ Date: _________ Please list any unique health concerns and/or food allergies: __________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________________________ Contact Fran Meffen at: f.meffen@dover.k12.nh.us. or 516-7210 with any questions.