In Junior Model United Nations (MUN), students role-play as delegates to the United Nations and simulate UN committees to collaboratively solve real-world problems. During this 5th grade specific course of MUN, BASEC students will develop their skills in public speaking and debate as well as those of teamwork and collaboration.

This 5th-grade-only course will focus on developing students’s understanding of the Model UN “Parliamentary Procedures” and develop skills in effectively writing resolutions to crisis situations.

*Please note that this workshop will run for 5 weeks.

Grades: 5th grade only

Instructors: Annie Gladfelter

Tuition:
Student enrolled in BASEC on Fridays- $29
Student enrolled in BASEC but [...]

The Anime Workshop is a creative and interactive after-school workshop designed for students who are passionate about anime. Throughout this workshop, participants will explore the world of anime, learn the basics of drawing anime characters, and gain insight into the art and culture behind their favorite shows. Whether students are new to anime or have been fans for years, this workshop will provide an engaging space to express creativity and share their love for this unique art form. We will also watch episodes/ movies of anime and discuss what themes are shown.

*Please note that this workshop will run for 8 [...]

Discover the power of journaling in this fun, interactive workshop designed to support students in building their own personalized journal practice. We’ll dive into bullet journaling, habit tracking, free writing, brush lettering, and much more! We’ll use our journals for art, planning, and self-reflection.

By developing reflective skills, students will learn how to organize thoughts, track progress, and enhance creativity. Together, let’s turn notebooks into lifelong tools for personal development and self-expression. This workshop is perfect for kids who have a lot of feelings, want to get organized, want to get more consistent, or want to explore their art style. Don’t [...]

Miles & Smiles is back for the spring session! This 8-week running workshop is designed for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders to build endurance, improve running techniques, and have fun while staying active. Each session will take students outdoors to explore the school grounds (Payson Reservoir), track their progress, and learn key skills like proper posture and breathing. By the end, they’ll work toward completing up to 3 miles in a single run at their own pace.

Beyond running, this workshop encourages perseverance, goal-setting, and self-confidence—all while having a great time! Whether your child is new to running or looking to [...]

In Model United Nations (MUN), students role-play as delegates to the United Nations and simulate UN committees to collaboratively solve real-world problems. During the course of the Delegate MUN workshop at BASEC, students will participate in activities to exercise their public speaking and debate skills as well as activities that help to develop a balance of teamwork and collaboration. Students will work in pairs to research their countries and topics in preparation for the UNAGB conferences. At these conferences, students will have the opportunity to showcase their hard work as they collaborate with fellow MUN members from across the greater [...]