Club Information 2021-2022

2021-2022 Club Information

Jefferson Middle School

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Sponsors: Mrs. Lindsey & Mr. Cox

Meeting Days: 1st & 3rd Wednesday of Each Month

Time: 4:10pm- 5:00pmLocation:A250

ALPHA (GT) Students:Join us after school for GT

enrichment activities such as logic puzzles, board games, STEM challenges, and more!

Please complete the Google Form in your GT Schoology class if you’re interested in joining.

First Meeting: Wednesday, Oct. 6

ALPHA Club

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Sponsor: Mr. NemecMeeting Days: 2nd & 4th Thursday of the monthTime: 4:05 - 5:00pmLocation: B114

If you are interested in creating anime inspired art, then this is the club for you!

*1st meeting is Thursday, Sept. 16th, after school downstairs in B114. A permission form & a calendar with anime club meeting dates will be handed out at that time.

JMS Anime Club

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Sponsor: Mr. De La CruzMeeting Days: 2nd & 4th Thursday of the month

Time: 7:30-8:30 amLocation: B111

Hello students. This club is open to all students at JMS both art students and non art students.

ART Club

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Sponsors: Dockery & B. BarajasMeeting Days: MondaysTime: 8:00-8:30 amLocation: A204 Library

Book ClubFor the love of books, join us as we ● Share our favorite reads● Discuss our favorite reads● Craft our favorite reads

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Je erson Chess ClubSponsors: Mr. Wagner, Mr. GallardoMeeting Times: Mondays 4:15-5:00Location: Room B225

Do you love to play chess, or are you interested to learn how? We accept members of all skill levels and experience! Learn how to play the oldest (and best) board game in the world.

You’ll learn the basics of chess, advanced strategies, and get to play competitively against your friends and classmates!

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Sponsor: Ms. LizaolaDate: Thursday’s -September 9Time: 4:10-5:00Location: B213

What we do:● Group comics● Individual

comics● Comic based

trivia

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Sponsors: Mrs. Cornwell & Mr. SongMeeting Day: WednesdaysTime: 4:15pm to 5:15pmLocation: Black Box (D203) / Stage

Drama Club is for all JMS students who are interested in exploring theatre. We will play theatre games, practice our improv skills, have workshops with special guests, including students and directors from our feeder high schools, and learn technical skills. Not only will you have fun and make new friends, you will also learn the joy and power of theatre arts.

First meeting: Wednesday, Sept. 15 in the Black Box (D203).

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Sponsor: Coach JohnsonMeeting Days: Thursdays

Time: 4:05pm- 5:00pmLocation: Library

(unavailable until 9/9/21 due to football season)

The many worlds of Dungeons & Dragons are places of magic and monsters, of brave warriors and

spectacular adventures. They begin with a foundation of medieval

fantasy and then add the creatures, places, and magic that make these

worlds unique. Come discover heroes, uncover villains and explore

forgotten realms. (we can also try out any other

role-playing systems you want to try!)

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Sponsors: Ms. D. SanchezMeeting Day: MondaysTime: 4:15pm - 5:15pmLocation: Library

What is NISD Esports?NISD Esports is a structured multiplayer video game experience designed to strengthen student rigor, creativity, and problem solving skills. Together we will foster healthy competition, develop teamwork between classmates, and enhance the educational experience for all students.

At present, NISD ESports will focus on the following games: ● Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Nintendo Switch)● Rocket League (PC)

What will NISD Esports look like going forward?● Hold practices and/or competitions at least once a week for one hour.● Prepare the Jefferson ESports Team for the NISD ESports Tournament that will be hosted in the Spring Semester, split into two groups:

○ Coordinate a team of students to participate in in the Invitational portion of the tournament.○ Encourage another group of students to participate in the Open portion of the tournament.

Training practices will begin on Monday, October 4th.

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Sponsor: Mrs. Chang

Date: Tuesdays Sept.14

Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.

Location: TBD

Announcements will be

made

● Sewing

● Service Projects

● Handcrafts

● Designing/Sketching

● Jewelry Making

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Sponsors: Ms. Poulin & Mrs. PesekMeeting Days: FridaysTime: YOUR lunch periodLocation: A241 or A232

FRIENDS HAVING FUNWe are asking for volunteers to come into the ALE classroom to get to know our students. Come in during your lunch time and spend some time with us! We need volunteers to build relationships with our ALE students before coming with us to our Special Olympics events. We have multiple events scheduled throughout the school year and need your help.

***Please come see Ms. Poulin or Mrs. Pesek for a lunch pass***

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Sponsors: Ms. Reyes & Ms. GarzaMeeting Day: 1st Thursday of the month

(Starting in October)Time: 4:15pm-4:45pmLocation: A252

We are a club with our main mission: To provide a sense of community amongst the Jefferson students by showing support for those involved in any activity that JMS offers. Things we do:

❖ Create posters and hang them around campus❖ Organize events to support fellow eagles❖ Put spirit bags together❖ Attend JMS events to support all students

JMS

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Sponsors: Mrs. Diaz & Mrs. ElliottMeeting Day: TuesdaysTime: 4:10pm - 5:00pmLocation: A226

Join us in building a robot, solving real world problems and having fun! Meeting days will increase as the Lego League Competition gets closer in the Spring. During competition you and your team will program a robot to complete various tasks. The theme for this year is “Cargo Connect”. Meetings will begin September 28th.

Lego Robotics Club

Vision"To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people dream of becoming science and technology leaders." Dean Kamen, Founder

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Sponsors: Mrs. Cornwell, Mr. Song, Mrs. King, & Ms. TomichMeeting Day: MondaysTime: 4:15pm - 5:15pmLocation: Varies

If you are interested in singing, dancing, and acting, Musical Theatre Club is for you! Students will learn the choreography and music to this year’s spring musical, Seussical, as well as build friendships and make lasting memories.

If you want to be in Seussical, you must be an active member of the Musical Theatre Club.

Meetings begin Monday, September 13th.

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Sponsor: Ms. JohnsonMeeting Day: WednesdayTime: 8:00-8:30 AMLocation: B216

If you would like to be a part of your school's newsletter, The Eagle Update, then this is your club! Strong writing and editing skills recommended.

Meetings begin Wednesday, September 22nd.

Newspaper Club

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Sponsor: Mrs. HammondMeeting Days: Every other

WednesdayTime: 4:05pm- 4:45pm

Location: B118 Start Date: 9/22/21

This club is meant for people to come

together who want to share the love for the

pokemon TCG franchise, where we will

battle & trade cards.

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Sponsors: Sra. Valdez, Sra. Colon, Sra. HernandezMeeting Day: WednesdaysTime: 4:05 pm to 4:35pmLocation: B124

Are you looking to learn about Spanish language and culture while having fun and interacting with other club members? The Spanish Club has just what you need! With meetings every 2nd Wednesday of each month, you will have plenty of opportunities to explore the Hispanic Folklore and Culture through fun, authentic, and engaging activities. All students are welcome!

First meeting will be on Wednesday , October 13 after school in room B124.

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Want to add a new club?If you are interested in starting a club at Jefferson Middle School you

need to do the following:1. Find an adult sponsor2. On a piece of paper write the following information:

a. Your Nameb. The name of at least 3 other students who would like to be in

the club.c. Sponsors name

3. Meeting with Mrs. Cabico for approval. 4. Have the sponsor email Mrs. Chapa and Mrs. Karst the club

information: Description, meeting day, time, and location.