• 🌟 Welcome to Our School Clubs Page! 🌟

    At our school, we believe that learning goes far beyond the classroom. Our wide variety of clubs and extracurricular activities offers students the opportunity to explore their passions, develop leadership skills, and build lasting friendships. Whether you're interested in music, academics, services, or technology, there's a place for everyone to get involved and make a difference.

    Below is a list of our Club Coordinators and Sponsors. We encourage all students to find a club that excites them and to reach out to the sponsors for more information on how to join!

    🎓 Academic & Leadership Clubs

    • AVID – Mrs. Rettmann
      Advancement Via Individual Determination helps students prepare for college readiness and success through academic support and skill-building.

    • Advance Academics – Ms. Lakhani
      Supports students in gifted and advanced programs through enrichment activities and academic challenges.

    • Math Club – TBD
      A fun and competitive environment for students who enjoy solving math problems, puzzles, and participating in math competitions.

    • National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) – Mrs. Osborn 
      Recognizes outstanding middle school students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, citizenship, and character.

    • Peer Connectors – TBD
      A student-led group that promotes kindness, inclusion, and peer support throughout the school community.

    • Student Council – TBD
      Provides students with a voice in school decisions and organizes events that promote school spirit and community involvement.

    🎶 Fine Arts & Performance

    • Band – Mrs. Zebley
      It offers students the opportunity to learn and perform instrumental music in a collaborative setting.

    • Chorus – Mrs. Zebley
      A vocal performance group that explores a variety of musical styles and performs at school and community events.

    • Orchestra – TBD
      Focuses on string instrument instruction and ensemble performance, fostering musical growth and teamwork.

    • Yearbook – Mrs. Trotto
      Students work together to design, write, and photograph the school’s yearbook, capturing memories and milestones.

    🌍 Community & Service

    • PMAC (Principal’s Multicultural Advisory Committee) – Mrs. Rubaii
      Promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion by celebrating different cultures and encouraging student voices.

    • SAVE Club (Students Against Violence Everywhere) – Mr. Cook
      Empowers students to prevent violence and promote safety, respect, and positive relationships in school.

    • S.T.E.P. (Students Targeting Educational Progress) – Ms. Tatum
      Encourages academic achievement and personal growth through mentorship, goal-setting, and leadership activities.

    💡 Innovation & Wellness

    • SWAT (Students Working Against Tobacco) – Mrs. Santangelo
      Raises awareness about the dangers of tobacco and vaping while promoting healthy lifestyle choices.

    • STEM / Robotics – Mr. Preil
      Combines science, technology, engineering, and math through hands-on projects, coding, and robotics competitions.

    🧱 Creativity, Gaming & Engineering

    • Lego Club – Mr. Preil
      A fun and imaginative club where students use LEGO bricks to build, design, and problem-solve. From creative free builds to engineering challenges, students develop teamwork, spatial reasoning, and STEM skills in a hands-on environment.

    • Minecraft Club – Mrs. Argueta
      A collaborative and creative space where students use Minecraft to build virtual worlds, complete challenges, and explore STEM concepts. The club encourages teamwork, digital citizenship, and problem-solving through one of the world’s most popular educational games.

    ✈️ Engineering & Drone Technology

    • Engineering & Drone Certification Program – Mr. Preil
      This advanced course introduces students to the principles of engineering, aerodynamics, and drone technology. Through hands-on projects and simulations, students learn how to safely operate drones, understand flight mechanics, and explore real-world applications in fields like agriculture, media, and emergency response.

      🛫 Certification Opportunity: Students enrolled in this course will have the opportunity to complete the USI Safety Level 1 Drone Course, a nationally recognized certification in drone safety and operations.
      ⚠️ Note: This is a rigorous certification—many adults require multiple attempts to pass. Students are expected to take this course seriously and commit to mastering the material.

    💻 Career & Technology

      • Digital Tools & Industry Certification Program – Mrs. Argueta
        This program equips students with real-world digital skills and offers the opportunity to earn industry-recognized certifications across multiple technology and business fields. Students gain hands-on experience with software tools, design platforms, and foundational IT concepts that prepare them for future academic and career success.

        Certification opportunities are available through the following courses:

        • Computer Applications for Business 1 & 2 (6th Grade) - Two-semester-long course 
          Focus: Microsoft Office Suite & ICT Essentials

        • Certifications: 

          • ICT Essentials:
            • Cybersecurity Essentials
            • Computing Essentials
            • Word Processing Essentials
            • Spreadsheet Essentials
            • Presentation Essentials
            • Web Design Essentials
            • Gaming Essentials
            • Programming & Logic Essentials
            • Database Essentials
            • Communications Essentials
          • Microsoft Office Suite:
            • Word
            • Excel
            • PowerPoint

        • Intro to the Arts, A/V Technology & Communication (7th & 8th Grade) - Year-long course
          Focus: Adobe Creative Cloud

        • Certifications: 

          • Adobe Creative Cloud:
            • Photoshop
            • Illustrator
            • InDesign
            • Premiere Pro
            • Other Adobe Products
        • Intro to Marketing, Sales & Services (8th Grade) - Semester-long course
          Focus: Business & Entrepreneurship
          Certification: Entrepreneurship & Small Business (ESB)

        • Digital Information Technology (DIT) - High School Credit - Year-long course
          Focus: Advanced Microsoft & Adobe Applications

        • Certifications: 

          • Microsoft Office Suite:
            • Word
            • Excel
            • PowerPoint

    🏅 Bonus Opportunity: Some colleges and universities may award college credit to students who earn Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) certifications, recognizing them as equivalent to introductory computer applications courses. This gives students a head start on their post-secondary education!