Clubs and Activities
2024-2025
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Alliance Club
Alliance is JRG’s gay-straight OR gender and sexualites alliance group and is open to all students. You do not have identify as a member of the LGBTQ+ community to join Alliance. You can join as an ally. Looking to socialize with friends or learn more ways to support LGBTQ+ friends or family? Wanting to plan events to bring awareness about the LGBTQ+ community and help make JRG a more inclusive place? Perhaps Alliance is the group for you!A
Art Club
Art Club is for anyone who loves using their imagination and creating! We'll meet on Mondays after school from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in the Art room. If you plan to attend, please sign up in advance to help with planning. If you don’t get a chance to sign up beforehand, feel free to just show up on Monday!
To sign up: Fill out the Art Club Attendance Form posted on the art room door (room 436) by the Friday before our meeting
We have an open-door policy: Join us whenever you can! If you can’t make it to one meeting, sign up for the next one that works for you. If you have a sport or another after-school activity, come to Art Club when your other activity is over. You can work on a project I’ve planned or bring your own creative ideas!
Please remember to arrange your own transportation home at 4:00 pm.
Chess Club
Welcome to the Chess Club. All ability levels are welcome! Whether you’re a grandmaster or just starting out, our club is the perfect place to dive into competitive chess and sharpen your skills. Join us whenever you can—no need for a regular commitment! We provide the chess boards, so all you need to bring is your passion for the game. Come for the challenge, stay for the fun, and let’s make some great moves together!
Computer Science Club
Creating Sparks With Technology
For those interested in exploring Computer Science at their own pace and level, and joining a community of like-minded individuals, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Our club operates on a flexible "come as you can" basis, so if you're passionate about Computer Science but can't attend every meeting, that's perfectly fine! A ROCKS Pledge is required. Come and see what it's all about!
- No prior experience needed.
- Sign up at your first meeting—no need to prepare in advance. Classroom Code: 2yuil7i
- Meetings are held on Mondays from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
Fall Drama Club
If you love to act, the Fall Play is calling your name! This season, we’re bringing the Grimm Fairy Tale The Elves and the Shoemaker to life on stage. Audition packets will be available during the first few weeks of school, so keep an eye out! Auditions are on September 23rd and 24th, with performances set for November 21st, 22nd, and 23rd. Don’t miss your chance to shine—join us for an unforgettable fall production!
Forensics Club
Forensics: it’s not CSI—it’s all about public speaking, acting, and debate! Whether you prefer working solo or teaming up with friends, you can craft a speech or perform a play, then showcase your talents by competing against other students in the Fox Valley. Join Forensics to meet new people, hone your public speaking skills, and, most importantly, have FUN!
Gaming Club (D&D)
Do you love slaying monsters and exploring fantastical worlds? Ready for epic adventures? Come join the Dungeons & Dragons Club! D&D is a tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) where you can step into the shoes of heroes, face thrilling challenges, and create unforgettable stories. At our club, we dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons and have an absolute blast. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or new to the game, there's a seat at the table for you!
Girls Who Code Club
What is Girls Who Code Club?
Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role models, and use Computer Science to change the world. When you join a Club, you will be able to learn from fun and simple online coding tutorials, build community through interactive activities, and learn about inspiring role models.
Ski Club
If you are interested in skiing or snowboarding with your classmates come winter- ski club may be the perfect club for you!
Ski club is an extracurricular club offered to both 7th and 8th grade students who either a) have a passion for skiing/snowboarding, or b) have a desire to learn! You do NOT have to be an expert to join, we welcome any and all students who are interested in partaking.
Beginning the FIRST Thursday after winter break (January 2, 2025), we will travel to Nordic Mountain for a fun-filled evening on the slopes. The bus leaves at 4:15 p.m. from the JRG Middle School parking lot and will return at 10:00 p.m. Students are able to bring their own equipment OR rent equipment from the hill.
It is important to note that THURSDAYS are ski club days. We rotate 7th and 8th grade trips. For example, 8th grade’s first ski club trip will be January 2nd, 2025. The following Thursday, January 9th, 2025, will be 7th grade's first trip. We will travel every Thursday to the ski hill until each grade has had FOUR trips.
As of currently- 8th grade dates are as followed (may be subject to change):
January 2nd
January 16th
January 30th
February 13th
7th Grade dates are as followed (may be subject to change):
January 9th
January 23rd
February 6th
February 20th
These dates are a rough estimate and are subject to change closer to the winter season.
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