What is Prime Time?

Prime Time is a collaboration between Austin ISD and the city of Austin to provide the largest free afterschool program in Austin. Austin Prime Time is funded by a grant from the city and managed by the AISD School, Family & Community Education Department. It allows schools maximum flexibility in designing out-of-school programs that meet the needs of students, families, and the community, and focuses on keeping students engaged in productive activities between 3:50 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. in a safe, relaxed, supervised environment.

Prime Time primarily services schools that have a low socio-economic status. As a result, many of the students are exposed to activities they otherwise would not be able to afford. Working with families, teachers and their Prime Time Advisory Council, program coordinators develop a variety of activities and classes that complement regular-day learning by providing enrichment via fun, structured recreation and hands-on experiences.

2023 - 2024 Prime Time Club Information

After School Clubs
3:50pm - 5:15pm
Fall Semester: 10/09/23 - 12/15/23
Spring Semester: 01/16/24 - 05/03/24

2023 - 2024 Prime Time Club Descriptions

Anime Club (Addington) - Room 503 – Anime Club is a place for any student who enjoys anime, manga, drawing, games, etc. Experience and learn about Japanese culture through the media of Japan and seeing its influence on other cultures.

Art Club (Pratt) - Room Art 2 - A place for artists to practice their skills, develop their techniques, collaborate with other artists like themselves, create bonds with the community through the arts, and learn how to work together through group projects that will beautify the school and community through arts and crafts projects such as sewing, painting, sculpture, drawing, beading and more!

Gaming Club (Cornwell/Everett) – Room 111 and/or 113 - If you like playing a variety of video games and/or board games this club is for you! Our goal is to bring more students together so that everyone can play their favorite games or try something new! Students new to games will have the opportunity to learn from experienced players. All games are played in a collegial atmosphere where students learn the importance of sportsmanship. The Gaming Club is open to sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students who enjoy playing video games and board games and would like the chance to meet new friends.

Dual Language/Spanish Club (Vincent & Norris-Marquez) - Room 205 -The purpose of the Spanish Club is to foster interest in Hispanic culture, provide an opportunity to speak Spanish in an informal setting, and learn more about the Hispanic world and its rich diverse cultures. We will learn Spanish dances, Spanish songs, movies, and games.

Dungeons and Dragons (Horne & Van) - Room 102 - In Dungeons & Dragons, the players form an adventuring party who explore fantasy worlds together as they embark on epic quests and level up in experience. Students will be playing Dungeons and Dragons, either as a player or a dungeon master.

Encore Dance Club (Fournier) - Dance Room - Encore Dance Club will have two levels available for dancers to join after school each week. This club is student-led by Dazzler Elite and Royal Blues Juniors as well as anyone who is interested in choreographing. The structure of our club will be like a dance master class. Beginning with warm up, then across the floor and center work, and ending with student choreography/performance. Dancers can sign up to teach a class with Ms. Fournier. Mondays will be Beginning Dance and Tuesday's will be Intermediate/Advanced dance. Dancers can join both days or just once based on their personal preference. Encore dance club has performance opportunities at our Annual Lively Dance Winter and Spring Showcase! If you have any questions regarding Encore Dance Club, please email Ms. Fournier at tristan.fournier@austinisd.org. We look forward to moving and grooving with you!

GT/UT STEM Club (Stillwell & Lopez) - Room 500 – The purpose of GT Club is to provide a friendly space for GT students to socialize, share ideas, and create a passion project pertaining to things that interest them. The purpose of the UT Stem Club is for students to learn, engage, and collaborate with University of Texas grad students in STEM labs and activities.

Jazz Band (Gray) - Band Hall - Learning, rehearsing, and performing jazz and rock tunestogether. :)

Magic the Gathering Club (Horne & Van) - Room 102 – A collectible trading card game for kids to engage with as a fun means of developing their critical thinking, math, and reading skills in settings that foster friendships and social connections.

Mini Drones & Robotics Club (Vargas) - Shop 1B - Students will learn how to code mini drones and robots to perform different fun and exciting tasks/challenges.

Photography Club (Mr. Nathan) – Cafeteria - An inclusive club designed to educate, inspire, and motivate photographers of all levels to grow through taking pictures and providing feedback. The club is open to photographers of all levels from true beginners (no camera required) to those with experience. Any additional questions can be emailed to Mr. Nathan at Nathan.Tucker@agnet.tamu.edu.

Reimagining Spaces (Waguespack) - Room Art 1 - Using Austin Ed fund grant students will be engaging in a student-centered long-term goal of redesigning outdoor learning environments on campus. They will start with designing and creating the space outside the office in between the portables and 500 buildings, as well as maintenance and beautification of the original butterfly garden space.

Star Wars Club (Addington) - Room 503 - The purpose of Star Wars Club is to provide a friendly social environment for those students who are interested in Star Wars to watch the Star Wars movies and TV shows. Students will watch, dissect, and debate various media from the Star Wars franchise.

Weightlifting Club (Abascal) – Weight Room/Gym Area – Students will be learning the effective and safe way to lift weights as well as build an appreciation for athletics.

Wiffle Ball Club (Tamayo) – Outdoors/Small Gym - Wiffle Ball is a variation of the sport of baseball designed for indoor or outdoor play in confined areas. The game is played using a perforated, lightweight, rubbery plastic ball and a long, plastic bat. Students will learn the rules and how to play the game. 

Revised 10.18.23

Additional Club Announcements 

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 Announcements:

Anime Club is canceled for today, Tuesday, October 17, 2023

Star Wars Club is canceled for the next two weeks on:

Thursday, October 19, 2023 

Thursday, October 26, 2023

Anytime a club is canceled, all students are offered an opportunity to participate in a different club being offered on that day. 

Wednesday, October 11, 2023 Announcements: 

After school Clubs are cancelled today, Wednesday, October 11th, due to a principal profile meeting that is taking place in the cafeteria after school. Many of our club sponsors have chosen to attend this important meeting. We apologize for the inconvenience.

Weightlifting Club will officially begin next week on Tuesday, October 17th. All 3 days (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) will be offered starting next week. 

Friday, October 6, 2023 Announcements:

After School Clubs/Prime Time will begin Tuesday, October 10, 2023

After School Clubs Point of Contact: Jessica Jordan, jessica.l.jordan@austinisd.org or Shiow Lee, shiow.lee@austinisd.org. You may also reach out to the club teacher directly with questions or concerns regarding a specific club. Please cc Ms. Jordan or Ms. Lee on your email, as well, so we can provide support with the teacher, if required. 

If your student(s) attend a club at anytime this semester, please be sure to use the registration link below to register them. Thank you. 

Prime Time Sign-Up