Extracurriculars
After-School Extracurricular Activities
2026–2027
Explore the extracurricular programs available to Everest Academy students during the 2026–2027 school year. Select an activity below to view program details and registration information.
Soccer Stars
Join Soccer Stars for weekly soccer classes at Everest Academy! Children will learn the FUNdamentals of soccer in a non-competitive and nurturing environment.
The age-specific curriculum is designed to develop soccer skills, teach teamwork, and build self-confidence while keeping every class active, positive, and fun.
- Ages: Pre-K & Kindergarten
- Dates: September 14 – November 9, 2026
- Day: Mondays
- Time: 3:30 PM – 4:00 PM
- Cost: $20 per week
- Registration Fee: $35 — includes a jersey!
- Contact: willcook@soccerstars.com
- Phone: 708-586-7645
Soccer Training Camp
This camp is designed to help young players build confidence, improve technical soccer skills, develop teamwork, and most importantly, have fun. Whether your child is new to the game or looking to sharpen their skills, Fall Soccer Camp provides a positive, encouraging environment where every player can grow.
- Grades: 1st–6th Grade
- Dates: September 8 – October 22, 2026
- Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
- Time: 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
- Location: Outdoor Fields
- Cost: $250 per student
- Coach: Drake Silver
Art Club
Unleash your creativity in Everest Academy's Art Club! Students will explore a wide variety of artistic techniques and mediums, including drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, printmaking, and more.
Each session features engaging, hands-on projects that encourage creativity, build artistic confidence, and allow every student to develop their own unique style in a fun and supportive environment.
- Grades: 3rd–8th Grade
- Dates: September 14 – December 14, 2026
- Day: Mondays
- Time: 3:20 PM – 4:20 PM
- Cost: $240 per student
- Instructor: Megan Reznicek
- Contact: mreznicek@everestlemont.com
Everest Academy Choir
Students are invited to join the Everest Academy Choir and grow their love of music while singing alongside fellow students. Choir is a fun opportunity to develop vocal skills, build confidence, and participate in the musical life of our school community.
Parents may register one or more students using the registration form below. There is no cost to participate.
- Grades: 2nd–8th Grade
- Start Date: Wednesday, September 2, 2026
- Day: Wednesdays
- Time: 2:15 PM – 2:45 PM
- Cost: Free
- Director: Joseph Martorano
- Contact: jmartorano@everestlemont.com
Everest Academy Polish Storytime
Students are invited to discover Polish language and culture through engaging stories, reading activities, and time together with fellow students.
Polish Storytime offers a welcoming and enjoyable environment for students in Pre-K and above to listen, learn, and build an appreciation for Polish traditions and language.
- Grades: Pre-K and Up
- Dates: September 2 – December 16, 2026
- Day: Wednesdays
- Time: 2:15 PM – 3:00 PM
- Cost: $150 per student for the full session
- Instructor: Malgorzata Lesiak
- Contact: margaretlesiak@yahoo.com
Chess Club
Join Coach Theo Poulos and Stephanie DeRoche for Everest Academy's Fall Chess Club! Students will strengthen their chess skills, develop strategic thinking, and enjoy friendly competition throughout the session.
Coach Theo is a certified English/Language Arts teacher who has been teaching chess full-time throughout Chicagoland since 2008. He has taught and continues to teach at many Archdiocesan schools.
- Dates: September 15 – December 15, 2026
- Day: Tuesdays
- Time: 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
- Cost: $292.50 for the full session
- Hosted By: Coach Theo Poulos with Stephanie DeRoche
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Session 1 Schedule:
Sept. 15, 22, 29
Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27
Nov. 3, 10, 17
Dec. 1, 8, 15 - Theo Contact: 708-829-7777
Knight Lights: Drama & Musical Theatre Club
Step into the spotlight with Everest Academy's Knight Lights! Students in Kindergarten through 8th grade will have the opportunity to act, sing, dance, and build confidence on stage while working together to create a high-energy revue show featuring scenes, songs, dances, and plenty of fun.
No experience is necessary — just bring your enthusiasm and get ready to shine on stage, grow in faith, and create together!
- Grades: Kindergarten – 8th Grade
- Auditions: October 29, 2026
- Rehearsals: Tuesdays & Thursdays
- Time: 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM
- Location: Everest Academy
- Performance: February 6, 2027 at 2:00 PM
- Cost: $300 per student
- Registration Deadline: October 23, 2026
- Run By: Kelsey Bischoff & Arianne Kelly
Additional extracurricular programs for the 2026–2027 school year will be added as details are finalized.
