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School Programs

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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We are proud to announce that Gray Elementary is offering sports through CPS SCORE this fall! 
 
This is a free sports program for all CPS students. 

Students MUST attend practices to be part of the team.
PLEASE NOTE, CPS SCORE is a different program than the Out of School Time (OST) sports programs.   
 
CPS SCORE is only available for students in 5th-8th grade. 
 
The following sports programs at Gray are offered through the CPS SCORE program during the fall of 2025: 
 
 
Cross Country
 
 
5th/6th grade & 7th/8th grade Boys teams
5th/6th grade & 7th/8th grade Girls teams
 
 
Boys Soccer
 
5th/6th teams and 7th/8th teams
 
 
Volleyball
 
5th/6th grade & 7th/8th grade Boys teams
5th/6th grade & 7th/8th grade Girls teams
 
 
Coaches will be in contact with students/parents regarding practice/game schedules, uniforms, etc. during the first few weeks of school.  
 
Please contact Gray Athletic Directors Mr. Jensen ([email protected]) and Mr. Ramsey ([email protected]) with questions.
 
For more information on CPS SCORE! Sports programs, follow this link: https://cpsathletics.com/cps-elementary-sports-program-overview-2/
 
 
 
 
 
 
Contact the Athletic Directors if you have any questions.
Mr. Jensen ([email protected]) and Mr. Ramsey ([email protected]). 
 
 
 
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Out of School Time (OST) After School Programming at Gray
 
Gray's OST program exists to provide opportunities for our students to enroll in high-quality before and after school programming that helps students stay engaged in school, discover new passions, and form positive relationships.
 
Our 1st OST session of the year will begin the week of September 8th. Please watch out for grade level specific flyers sent home with students for more information. Teachers are in charge of recruiting students for their after school programs. Typically programs fill up during this recruitment process, however, if there are still open seats for OST programs, Gray will send Sign Up genius information to the school community. Teachers will communicate the days of attendance for specific OST programs, including end dates.
 
Please know there is always a possibility that students may not be granted entry to an OST program based on seat availability, including after you apply. Please never send a child to an after school program without confirmation from the teacher. If confirmation is not provided by Gray Elementary staff then assume your child is not enrolled for programming.  Once your child is enrolled and confirmed, they will be sent automatically to their after school program on designated days.
 
Contact Ms. Pappas at [email protected] if you have any questions. 
 
OST Session 1: September 8, 2025 - November 14, 2025
 

Program

 Sponsor Grade Level Days Before School / After School
Flag Football-COED Mr. Jensen 5th Wednesday  Before 
Flag Football-COED Mr. Jensen 6th - 8th Tuesday & Thursday  Before
Garden Club Ms. Fuja 4th & 5th Monday (starts 9/15/25) After 
Homework Club Ms. Panait 5th & 6th Monday & Wednesday  (POSTPONED) After  
Kindness Club Ms. LaCerba 3rd & 4th Tuesday  After  
Lego Fun Club Ms. Carr & Ms Gosu 5th & 6th Wednesday  After  
MTSS Math Ms. Taylor 1st & 2nd Tuesday & Thursday After  
Special Olympics Ms. Galambos & Ms. Lenihan K, 1st & 2nd Monday & Wednesday (starts 9/15/25) After  
Math Games Ms. Jevremovic 4th & 5th Wednesday After  
Soccer (Girls) Mr. Ramsey 5th - 8th Monday - Thursday  Before
Yearbook Club Ms. Pappas 8th Monday (starts 9/15/25) After
 
 
 
APOLLO AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM
Your children will love Apollo After School! 

We provide extracurricular programs that give your children affordable, safe, reliable and convenient after-school care at our school.  

The Apollo After School programs offer a range of fun and educational activities to keep your children safe and active until you are able to pick them up. 

In addition to our themed enrichment content, Apollo provides snacks, organized physical activities, and a dedicated homework time. Our program enhances students’ self-confidence and promotes creative expression. Our instructors are highly qualified and dedicated to helping children learn. 
 
Some of enrichment activities include:
- Science & Math activities
- Book Clubs
- Arts & Crafts
- Board Games Clubs
- Engineering Clubs (Lego Building) 
- Fitness Activities 
 
Other great reasons to choose Apollo:
- Located in our school -  no transportation needed
- Our program leads to happy and healthy kids
- Learning that's engaging and fun
- No more fussing over homework
- Peace of mind for working parents
- Registration and enrollment is fast and easy
- Our instructors have your children's best interests at heart
 
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