School Clubs and Activities
Club information for the 2023-2024 school year will be finalized by then end of September.
Hickory Point
Broadcast Club
The broadcast club is for any second grade student who is interested in reporting, filming, interviewing, taking pictures and other aspects of putting together a morning news show. We will have five crews. Each crew will observe for one day and then work on reports to broadcast and film for about six weeks. All interested students will be able to participate. It is important that the student is able to get to school by 7:55 a.m. for the weeks of his/her crew dates.
Grade: 2nd Grade
Meeting days/times: Tuesday and Friday, 7:55 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Spangler, Mrs. Walker, Mrs. Zuhr
Champ Camp
This club is for Hickory Point’s youngest bulldogs - Kindergarteners! In this club we will meet new friends from other classes, play games, do crafts, dance, and have fun! Students will also become more familiar and comfortable at Hickory Point. There are several sessions. Each session runs for three weeks.
Grade: Kindergarten
Meeting days/times: Wednesday, 7:55 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Brouk, Mrs. Tauber
Kind Kids
The Kind Kids Club is for any first and second graders that love to promote kindness. During each 4 week session we will play games, read stories, and make projects that will promote kindness throughout our school and community.
Grades: 1st Grade
Meeting days/times: Thursday, 7:55 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Spangler
1st Grade STEAM Club
Come explore and design with various technology programs including coding and interactive tools that focus on creation and innovation. Students will attend one multi-week session.
Grades: 1st Grade
Meeting days/times: Monday 7:55 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Beranek, Ms. McNealy
2nd Grade STEAM Club
Come explore and design with various technology programs including coding and interactive tools that focus on creation and innovation. Students will attend one multi-week session.
Grades: 2nd Grade
Meeting days/times: Wednesday 7:55 a.m. - 8:25 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Beranek, Mrs. Robertson
Shabonee
Broadcast Club
During this school year, 4th and 5th graders have the opportunity to participate in Shabonee’s Broadcast Club. As a member, students can participate in all of the different roles of the production process. They will plan, report, film, anchor, direct, and produce news broadcasts for the Shabonee student body
Grade level: 4th and 5th Grade
Meeting dates/times: Wednesday and Friday mornings: 8:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mr. Enfield, Mrs. Wierman, Mrs. Beckmann, Ms. Pena
Lit Lab
Discover the power of creative writing in the Lit Lab! Open to students in grades 3rd-5th, we will explore different activities to get some creative ideas on the page, including how to develop a character, learning about dialogue, crafting that perfect first line, and more! By the end of the session, students may have written a draft of a short story or first chapter of a longer story. Students can also decide to add optional illustrations. This club will meet on Monday mornings in the library for 10 weeks. Students will be notified of exact dates after signing up.
Grade levels: All grade levels
Meeting dates/times: Monday mornings: 8:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Alexander, Mrs. Singer
Book Match
Book Match is an exciting and rewarding reading club at Shabonee School. Book Match is a program that encourages teamwork, friendly competition, and the reading of some fabulous books across multiple genres. Students who are interested in participating in this program are encouraged to read 10 or more books from the reading list Opens in New Window .
Grade levels: 4th and 5th grade
Meeting dates/times: Every other Friday during lunch/recess during the months of October through April
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Alexander, Mrs. Singer
4th and 5th Grade STEM
Come explore how to drive and code Sphero robots. In this club, you will learn the basics of driving the Sphero and how to code the robot to drive a path you design and create. This club is open to 4th and 5th graders. We will meet for five weeks on Monday mornings before school. Students will be notified of exact dates after signing up.
Grade levels: 4th and 5th grade
Meeting dates/times: Monday mornings: 8:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Adams and Mrs. Wegley
3rd Grade STEM
Come explore how to drive and code Sphero robots. In this club, you will learn the basics of driving the Sphero and how to code the robot to drive a path you design and create. This club is open to 3rd graders. We will meet for five weeks on Tuesday mornings before school. Students will be notified of exact dates after signing up.
Grade levels: 3rd grade
Meeting dates/times: Tuesday mornings: 8:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Mrs. Alexander, Mrs. O'Shea, and Mr. Enfield
Chess Club
Come learn how to play chess, or challenge someone to a game. Groups will meet once a week, and will be divided into sessions. This club is open to beginning chess players as well as advanced players. We hope you can join us!
Grade levels: All grade levels
Meeting dates/times: Thursday mornings: 8:00 a.m. - 8:40 a.m.
Club Sponsors: Ms. Pena and Ms. Gersdorf
Wood Oaks
All clubs meet from 3:30 p.m. to 4:25 p.m. after school, unless indicated otherwise.
Wood Oaks After School Club/Activity Permission Form (Google Form)
| Club |
Meeting Day/
Location
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Sponsor(s) | Description |
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Art Club
(Starting - TBD)
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Monday
Room 116
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Ms. Hoffman | Students pursue their own interests in various art media. We will also be doing some art-based community service projects. |
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Billiard Club
(Starting - TBD)
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Thursday
Rotunda
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Ms. Duke | Students learn the fundamentals of billiards. |
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Book Match
(Starting - TBD)
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Wednesday
Room 109
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Ms. Cronin | Students read a wide selection of books and compete against each other as teams to demonstrate their knowledge of the books. |
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Chess Club
(Starting - TBD)
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Day/location - TBD
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TBD | Students get the opportunity to play each other in chess and learn more from each other about this strategic game. |
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Creative Writing
(Starting - TBD)
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Monday
Room 109
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Ms. Cronin |
Students are able to refine their own writing and work with their peers to critique and build their passion for writing.
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Homework Hour
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Daily
Library
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Ms. Oh &
Various staff
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Students work independently and silently on homework. Assistance is available from supervising teachers daily and intergenerational volunteers on Monday |
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Intramurals
(Starting - TBD)
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Day: TBD
Small/Big Gym
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Mr. Burmeister | Students that have a current physical on file in the Nurse’s office are able to play various sports throughout the school year. |
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Math Club
(Starting - TBD)
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Monday
Room 119
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Ms. J. Long | Students play challenging math games, practice advanced math concepts, and participate in an annual math contest. |
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Running Club
(Starting - TBD)
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Wednesday
Rotunda
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Ms. Brown | Following the cross-country season, students continue with their training to increase their running stamina. Games that involve running and other fitness activities will also be included. Open to all students. |
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Student Leadership
(Starting - TBD)
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Tuesday
Room 101
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Ms. J. Long | Students work with administration and staff to determine school wide initiatives that include school spirit, ROAR, charitable activities, and environmental causes. |
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Tabletop Games
(Starting - TBD) |
Wednesday
Room 222
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Mr. Hinsinger | Students play various tabletop games to reinforce their skills of creativity, cooperation, and gamesmanship. |
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Technology Club
(Starting - TBD)
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Wednesday
Room 105
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Ms. C. Long | Students pursue their interests in various technology topics and activities! Student input will help guide the direction of the club and the topics. (All skill levels are welcome - no specific technology knowledge is required.) |
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Yearbook
(Starting - TBD)
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As needed
Room 223/227
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Ms. Olesuk
Ms. Reap
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Students assist in taking photos for the school yearbook. |