Mercaz ASA

When the Bell Rings, the Fun Begins!

At NSHA, learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends – it simply transforms.

Once that final bell rings, our classrooms and gym come alive with energy, creativity, and exploration. Mercaz After-School Activities turns our school into a place where imaginations soar, friendships grow, and passions come to life. Whether your child dreams of hitting a game-winning shot, taking center stage, building robots, or discovering a new art form, Mercaz has something for everyone.

With more than 30 exciting classes and new offerings added each year, students can choose from a wide variety of activities that are both enriching and fun. From calming and creative to high-energy and athletic, there’s something for every personality, interest, and grade level.

More than 80% of our students participate in Mercaz, making it a vibrant part of the NSHA community where students across all grades connect, collaborate, and create lasting memories – all while building new skills and discovering new interests.

Each program is led by passionate NSHA faculty and experienced professionals who provide hands-on, engaging experiences designed to inspire and challenge our students.

Your child’s next adventure starts here.

Explore. Discover. Play. Perform. Create. Grow.

This year, we will be utilizing ParentLocker for our Mercaz ASA registration!

Please see all of our offerings below, and then click on the link to log into your ParentLocker account and register.

We look forward to another wonderful year of Mercaz ASA!

Registration Information

  • Registration and payment must be completed online.
  • Register early! Classes fill quickly, and waitlists are first-come, first-served.
  • Classes require sufficient enrollment in order to run.
  • Same-day registration does not guarantee enrollment. Advance registration helps us ensure proper staffing and a smooth experience for your child.
  • Families may register for Fall only or the Full Year. A discount is available for full-year registration.
  • Spring registration will take place at a later date.

Important Refund & Class Change Policy

Once a semester begins, no refunds or credits will be issued, and we are unable to accommodate prorated refunds or mid-semester class switches.

We appreciate your cooperation and understanding. This policy allows us to plan appropriately, maintain consistent staffing, and provide the best possible experience for all of our students.

Questions? Please contact Coach Mitchell Hall, Director of Mercaz After-School Activities, at mhall@nsha.org.

Mondays

basketball

Boys Elite Basketball (Grades 4-5)

english-homework

English Homework Helpers: Boost & Build! (Grades 1-3)

color-theory-art-studio

Kindergarten Smart Art

science

Mad Science (Grades 1-3)

sportscenter

SportsCenter (Grade 1)

theater

Theater (Grade 3)

theater

Theater (Grade 5)

Tuesdays

theater

Acting: Bigger Roles, Bolder Moves! (Grade 4)

color-theory-art-studio

Art Fusion (Grades 1-3)

chess

Chess (Grades 1-3)

hebrew-letters

Ivrit Homework Helpers: Learn, Practice, Shine! (Grades 1-3)

sportscenter

Jewish Youth Sports League (Grades 4-5)

sportscenter

SportsCenter (Kindergarten)

theater

Take the Stage! Acting & Improv (Grade 2)

Wednesdays

english-homework

English Homework Helpers: Boost & Build! (Grades 1-3)

robotics

iRobotics (Grades 1-3)

sportscenter

Jewish Youth Sports League (Grades 4-5)

karate

Karate (Grades K-3)

mahjongg

Mahjong Mavens (Grades 2-3)

mahjongg

Mahjong Mavens (Grades 4-5)

art-supplies

Mrs. Coles’s Creative Corner: Imagination Art Workshop (Grades K-1)

sportscenter

SportsCenter (Grade 2)

Thursdays

spanish

¡Hola Español! Beginner Spanish (Grades 1-3)

hebrew-letters

Ivrit Homework Helpers: Learn, Practice, Shine! (Grades 1-3)

sportscenter

Jewish Youth Sports League (Grades 4-5)

Dance-photo

Move & Groove Dance (Grades K-2)

art-supplies

Mrs. Coles’s Creative Corner (Grades 2-3)

sportscenter

SportsCenter (Grade 3)

Fridays

color-theory-art-studio

Color Theory Art Studio

computer-coding

Computer Coding & Programming, 1st Semester (Grades 3-5)

computer-coding

Computer Coding & Programming, 2nd Semester (Grades K-2)

robotics

iRobotics Club Team, 2nd Semester (Grades 3-5)

robotics

iRobotics, 1st Semester (Grades K-2)

sportscenter

PreK All-Stars: Multi-Sport Adventures with Jewish Youth League Sports