ifflinburg Area Middle School
Activities and Clubs
Art Club---Advisor: Lori Rodichok
Who may join: 7th and 8th graders
Purpose: To allow students that are interested in pursuing art some additional time and instruction
Types of activities:
Keeping a sketchbook
Extra time throwing on the pottery wheel
Creating art pieces to be used in a portfolio
Community window painting
Assisting with art show set-up and activities
When meets: Day 3 at 12:05
Special requirements for joining:
Drawing test
Written proposal of goals and objectives by the student
How to join:
Attend first meeting
Take drawing test
Hand in written proposal
Who may join: 6th, 7th, and 8th graders
Purpose: To work together in service projects at school and in the community. Develop leadership potential, develop strong moral character, help others and build strong friendships. (This club is sponsored by the Kiwanis club of Mifflinburg.)
Types of activities:
School: Community:
7th and 8th grade dances >food drive
skate parties >leaf raking
shirt sales >Jump and hoops for heart
school store >Christmas cookies
memory books >Help Cancer society and Red cross
box tops
When/how often meets: every other day 5
Special requirements for joining: fill out form, keep up grades, less than 3 detentions
How to join: An informational meeting will be held a few weeks into the school year.
FCCLA (Family, Career and community leaders of America):
Mrs. Malewski/Mrs. Eberhart
Who may join: 6th, 7th, 8th graders
Purpose: To provide opportunities for personal development, preparation for adult life and leadership development.
Types of activities:
· visit nursing home
· Stop the Violence activities
· Christmas in a Shoebox
· Posey notes
How to join: Come to informational meeting and sign up.
Who May join: 6th grade students
Purpose: to promote wellness and Fitness. To be active and healthy while having fun.
Types of Activities:
· Basketball
· Volleyball
· Weight lifting
· Fitness Activities
· Softball
· Floor Hockey
· Etc…
When meets: Girls: Day 6 12-12:45
Boys: Day 1 12:00-12:45
Special Requirements for joining: None: be active and have fun
How to sign up: sign up at the meeting at the beginning of the year when announced
Intramural Basketball: Willard
Who May join: 5th and 6th grade girls
Purpose: introduce students to the fundamentals of basketball and to develop social skills.
Types of activities: basketball drills
When meets: 25 hours per year in the Fall
Special requirements for joining: None
How to join: permission slips available in office prior to program
Who may join: Any middle school student
Purpose: introduce students to the fundamentals of track and field, and to develop social skills.
Types of activities: stretching, running, jumping and throwing
Meets: 5 nights in the Spring
Requirements to join: none
How to join: permission slips available in office prior to program
MIND JOGGERS Mary Beth Griffith
Who may join: Everyone
Purpose: Recognize reading effort
Types of activities: computer quiz on content of select books
MIDDLE SCHOOL CHOIR: Mrs. Rapson
Who may join: Any current 6th, 7th or 8th grader
Purpose: Although viewed as an activity, choir is a class that exposes students to proper vocal technique, and allows them to sing a varied repertoire of vocal music. Students also develop a sense of responsibility and commitment as they work toward a common goal. Choir is graded and will appear on report cards during the 2nd and 4th quarters.
Types of activities: The M.S. Choir performs 2 concerts a year. In addition, students in choir may audition to participate in the Chriskindl Singers, PMEA District 8 Southern Middle School Song Fest and Fine Arts night ensemble concert.
When meets: Days 2,5, and 6
Special requirements for joining: Students must have a signed parent permission form. Forms are handed out at the first rehearsal.
How to join: Come to the first announced choir rehearsal: usually the 2nd full cycle of school.
Mr. Stenger’s Tech Ed open Lab: Mr. Stenger
Who may attend: al TSA or Tech ed Students needing more time!
Purpose/Activities: open time to work
How often: once week for 1-2 hours
How to join: Just show up!
TSA : Technology Student Association Mr. Stenger/Mr. Huntington
Who may join: 6th,7th,8th graders
Purpose: TSA was started by industrial arts teachers who wanted to provide opportunities for the ia students to be recognized for their accomplishments. Members have the opportunity to compare their technology competencies with other students through local. Regional stae and national competitions.
Goals:
Leadership: members develop ability to plan, organize and carry out worthy activities and project together. Emphasis is placed on the social =development, civic consciousness, scholastic motivation and community involvement.
Technology education: promotes technology as integral part of education
Knowledge: awareness of new development and technology
Respect: students learn to respect the dignity of labor ant to appreciate craftsmanship.
Motivation: promotes students becoming interested in learning.
Choices: assists members in making informed and meaningful occupational choices.
When meets: 1x per cycle Day 5
Special requirements: Pay TSA dues per year to join
How to sign up: sign up Early October. Informational meetings are in September.