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After School Programs

**More programs may be added throughout the Fall if funding becomes available.**

2025-2026 Tuition Based Activities & Clubs

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Girls on the Run
Grades
: 3rd - 5th
Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3p-4:45p

Season Information: September 2nd - October 23rd
Payment: Directly through GOTR Site
GOTR Fall 5K is an on site race on the Bateman grounds. It will take place on Tuesday, October 21st. GOTR is a first come, first serve program. Payments are directly through Girls on the Run Chicago and are based on a sliding scale. Registration closes August 25th. Please contact Ms. Sanchez with any questions!
Registration is full for GOTR
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Heart & Sole Running Club
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Grades
: 6th - 8th
Practices: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3p-4:45p

Season Information: September 2nd - October 23rd
Payment: Directly through GOTR Site

Heart & Sole Fall 5K is an on site race on the Bateman grounds. It will take place on Tuesday, October 21st. This is a first come, first serve program for 20 participants. Registration closes August 29th. Please contact Ms. Jaimes with any questions!
Click Here to Register for Fall Heart & Sole
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Chess
Practices:
  • Beginner: 1st - 5th Grade [Tuesdays & Thursdays at 7-8am]
  • Intermediate & Advanced: 3rd - 8th Grade [Tuesdays & Thursdays at 3p-4:30p]
This is a free program. Practices will begin the week of September 15. There are 32 spots available for each program.  Priority will be given to students who have previously been on the chess team, but we will also keep a waiting list, if needed. See all information here and contact Mr. Geisler with any questions! 
Click here to sign up for Chess
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Beginning Piano
Grades: 1st - 8th
Participation in beginning piano class will be $200 for the entire school year. 

Beginning piano will be Tuesdays 3:15-4:10p. 
Payment: E-Pay Payment
Please complete the form by AUGUST 27th to be entered into the lottery. Tuition payment will be made after selection emails have been sent. Please contact Ms. Soto with any questions!
**Lottery selections will be notified to all applicants on FRIDAY AUGUST 29th**
Click Here for Piano Lottery
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Choir [Fall Session]
Grades: 3rd - 8th
Rehearsal Times: Thursdays from 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Payment: E-Pay Payment

This year, Bateman Choir is shifting to a tuition based program. There will be two sessions this year (fall/spring) and each session will be $50 per person. Tuition this year will also include a music t-shirt! All students in grades 3rd-8th are welcome and all will be accepted! Please complete the form to sign your student up for the FALL Session (September 4-December 18th).
Click here to register for Fall Choir
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Bateman Band - Coming Soon!

Rehearsal Times: Wednesdays
Payment: Directly with Band [$375 full year / $140 per trimester]


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SpongeBob the Musical
Auditions
: Monday, August 25th & Wednesday, August 26th
Grades: 5th - 8th Grade
Rehearsals
: Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:15 - 5:15pm
Payment: E-Pay Payment [$100 following Auditions]
This isn't just any musical—it's based on the hilarious and heartwarming animated series you know and love! When the citizens of Bikini Bottom discover that a volcano will soon erupt and destroy their home, SpongeBob, Patrick, and Sandy must team up to save the day. Join the team from Stages and your fellow Bateman thespians for a great show!
3rd & 4th Grade Junior Show Coming this Spring!
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Urban Initiatives Soccer
Grades: 2nd-4th Grade
Practices: Mondays & Wednesdays from 3:00 - 5:30pm
The Urban Initiatives soccer program is a free program that focuses on beginner soccer skill development. The UI Soccer Season begins September 15th! Up to 30 students may participate. May 30th will be the final celebration! If there are more than 30 sign ups, we will provide lottery spaces for participants. Please contact Daniel Serna Geitz at UI with any questions or concerns! 
Click Here to Sign Up for UI Soccer
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Newton Bateman Elementary School 
​4220 N. Richmond, Chicago, IL 60618 
Phone: (773) 534-5055
  • Be Bateman
    • Our Mission & Vision
    • History of Bateman
    • Message from the Principal
    • Academics >
      • Grade Levels
      • Dual Language Overview
      • Essentials >
        • Library Science
        • Physical and Health Education
        • Fine Arts >
          • Visual Arts Overview
          • Bateman Art Blog
          • Music Overview
      • Social-Emotional >
        • Positive Behavior Intervention Support (PBIS)
        • Second Step
        • Partnerships
      • Assessment
      • Beyond Bateman
    • Enrollment
    • CPS Policies & Guidelines
    • Bateman Spirit Wear
  • Be Connected
    • Contact Us
    • School Directory >
      • Administration and Staff
      • Teachers
      • Educational Support Personnel
    • School Tour >
      • Virtual Tour
  • Be Informed
    • Bateman News
    • Subscribe to the Buzz
    • Bateman Calendar
    • CPS Calendar
    • Supply Lists
    • Cafeteria Menu
    • Approved Snack List
  • Be Involved
    • Parents >
      • Submit an Absence
      • Volunteer
      • Make A Payment
      • Student/Parent Hand Book
      • Parent Portal
      • Local School Council (LSC) >
        • Bilingual Advisory Committee (BAC)
        • Bateman CIWP
      • Parent Committees >
        • Parent Advisory Committee (PAC)
        • Bateman Boosters
    • Students >
      • Student Leadership
      • Bateman Athletics
      • After School Programs
    • Before & After School Care >
      • Morning Care
      • PreK After Care
      • Neighborhood Boys Girls Club (NBGC)