After-School Activities

View the list of after-school activities for the fall semester below.

If clubs are scheduled to meet on a day when school is closed or if there are unforeseen closures, clubs will not meet.

At the end of the meeting times, students should be picked up at the front of the school or sent to the After School Program (which has a separate registration and fee). Please note that you must register for the After School Program on the ProCare website before utilizing ASP services. If you would like more information about the After School Program, please contact Ms. Rodriguez (jrodriguez@nwclassical.org)

SCHOOL CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES

FINE ARTS PROGRAMS

SPARTAN THEATRE COMPANY: UPPER SCHOOL PRODUCTION OF “DEADLINE” BY DAN ZOLIDIS

When eight mystery writers arrive at a legendary writer’s fog-shrouded island mansion in the North Atlantic, they think they’re ready for the Deadline Challenge—twenty-four restful hours to write as much of their new novel as possible. But the Deadline Challenge is anything but restful. In reality, the writers are brought together to solve a murder—the victim yet be determined, and the killer yet to strike. If a writer can design and execute a perfect murder and get away with it, they’ll win a million dollars (which is a lot of money for a writer). Who will live? Who will die? Who will survive the Deadline?

DEADLINE Cast

Director: Mrs. Mitchell
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Cast size: based on auditions
Meeting time: Monday and Thursdays, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Auditions: January 22
Start date: January 27
End date: April 26
Fee: $100

Program Description: Cast members selected after auditions will be placed in roles and expected to attend rehearsal to participate. This semester, they will focus on The Spartan Theatre Company’s production of Deadline by Dan Zolidis.

DEADLINE Production Crew

Moderator: Mrs. Mitchell
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Start date: January 30
End date: April 26
Fee: $100

Program Description: Production is where students who are interested in set design, props, and costumes create. This semester, they will focus on The Spartan Theatre Company’s production of Deadline by Dan Zolidis.

Spartan Lower School Band: Grades 5 & 6

Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi / Mr. Paige
Eligible grades: 5 & 6
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 16
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: After the successful 1st Semester of the Band Program, we would like to now try and divide the Band, creating a Lower and an Upper School Program.

Instruments for the Band include: Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, French Horn, Alto Saxophone, Tenor Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute. Instruments not listed will be accepted if prior instructional learning has already been received

Students will develop instrumental techniques and learn group rehearsal etiquette. This program will help develop students on their chosen instrument and will be a beneficial stepping stone to those students who may be considering the Band as a future elective.

Instruments accepted: Cornet/Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Euphonium, Tuba

Spartan Vocalis: Choir Grades 3-6

Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi / Mr. Paige
Eligible grades: 3 - 6
Capacity: 40 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 15
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: Be a part of the NCA Lower School Choir! The Spartan Vocalis is available for experienced and inexperienced singers in the 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th grades. Students will develop valuable skills as a singer, such as sight reading, singing in a group, and harmonizing.

Spartan Sinfonietta: String Orchestra Grades 5-6

Moderator: Mrs. White
Eligible grades: 5 - 6
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 13
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: Be a part of the NCA Lower School String Orchestra! The Spartan Sinfonietta is available for experienced and inexperienced musicians in the 5th and 6th grades. Students will develop instrumental techniques and learn group rehearsal etiquette.

Spartan Jazz: Jazz Band Grades 9-10

Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi, Mr Paige
Eligible grades: 9 - 10
Capacity: 15 students
Meeting time: Friday, 6:50 - 7:50 a.m.
Start date: January 17
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: Be a part of the very first NCA Jazz Band! Spartan Jazz is available for students with at least 2 years experience with their instruments and open to musicians in the 9th and 10th grades. Students will develop instrumental techniques, learn group rehearsal etiquette, and learn the fundamentals of jazz.

Instruments accepted: Trumpet, Trombone, Saxophone, Clarinet, Flute, Drum Kit, Electric Guitar, Bass Guitar/Double Bass

Keyboard: Audition required

Spartan Cantemus: Choir Grades 7-10

Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi / Mr. Paige
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 40 students
Meeting time: Tuesday, 6:50 - 7:50 a.m.
Start date: January 14
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: Be a part of the NCA Upper School Choir! The Spartan Cantemus is available for experienced and inexperienced singers in the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades. Students will develop valuable skills as a singer, such as sight reading, singing in a group, and harmonizing.

Spartan Collegium: String Orchestra Grades 7-10

Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 6:50 - 7:50 a.m.
Start date: January 15
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: Be a part of the NCA Upper School String Orchestra! The Spartan Collegium is available for experienced and inexperienced musicians in the 7th, 8th, 9th, and 10th grades. Students will develop instrumental techniques, learn group rehearsal etiquette, and build on what they learned last year.

Spartan Upper School Band: Grades 7 - 10

Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Thursday, 6:50 - 7:50 a.m.
Start date: January 16
End date: May 9
Fee: $125

Program Description: After the successful 1st Semester of the Band Program, we would like to now try and divide the Band, creating a Lower and an Upper School Program.

Photography Program

Moderator: Ms. Janad
Eligible grades: 9 & 10
Capacity: 15 students
Meeting time: Monday, 6:50 - 7:50 a.m.
Start date: January 13
End date: May
Fee: $125

Program Description: Students will learn how to operate a digital camera to capture and edit photos that tell an artistic story over the span of the semester. After a certain number of attended meetings and reviewed photographs, students will have the opportunity to gain access to school "press passes," deeming them experienced enough to photograph school events for the yearbook. This program will build from fundamentals taught in fine arts to give the students an individualized perspective of the art form with creative freedom to expand their personal portfolios.

Students do not need a personal camera to participate.

SPRING CLUBS

MONDAYS

BOARD GAMES CLUB

Moderator: Dr. Baker
Eligible grades: 6 - 9
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 27
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Board Game Club opens the floor for students to learn new games, socialize, and sharpen their skills over playing pieces. The objective of the club is to have fun and make friends over classic entertainment interests!

LEGO CLUB

Moderator: Ms. McHughes
Eligible grades: 3 & 4
Capacity: 16 students
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 27
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Attention all aspiring Master Builders! Create new worlds with new friends during Lego Club! Each week, students will tackle a build challenge to test their innovation and eye for design. The club will also work together as a team to create larger masterpieces.

QUIZ BOWL CLUB

Moderator: Mr. Schott, Mr. McGee, Dr. Smith
Eligible grades: 6 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 27
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Quiz bowl is a game in which two teams compete head-to-head to answer questions from all areas of knowledge, including history, literature, science, fine arts, current events, popular culture, sports, and more. We are hoping to begin sculpting a team to start competing in events and giving students an opportunity to delve as deeply as possible into chosen fields of inquiry.

WEDNESDAYS

UPPER CHESS CLUB

Moderator: Dr. Travillian
Eligible grades: 7-10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 22
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: For older students wanting to sharpen their skills or just looking to step into the competitive chess world, this is the place to be! Matches are held as informal games and tournament-style competitions against peers.

KILOMETER KIDS CLUB

Moderator: Ms. Moya
Eligible grades: 1 & 2
Capacity: 30 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 22
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Kilometer kids is a game-based curriculum that is designed to teach kids about goal setting, healthy habits, respect, and community building by exposing them to the sport of running. Over the course of the 10-week season, the goal for every Kilometer Kid is to run a cumulative 13.1 miles through structured games and short runs. Being a Kilometer Kid is not about running the fastest or winning the race. Instead, it's all about working hard, being kind, and having fun while finding joy in the process of physical activity.

BRAIN BUILDERS CLUB

Moderator: Mrs. Straughan, Mrs. Longano-Cagle
Eligible grades: K & 1
Capacity: 25 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 22
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: In this club, young learners will explore science and math through hands-on projects, experiments and creative activities. Each week, we’ll have fun discovering new things, solving problems and building a love for learning! Get ready for some brain-building fun!

INTERMEDIATE CHESS CLUB

Moderator: Mr. Read
Eligible grades: 4 - 6
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 22
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Whether you’re a chess master or just learning what a rook is, we want you! Come join us to sharpen your skills and learn the mastery of a mind-bending strategy game for all.

BALLROOM DANCING CLUB

Moderator: Ms. Janad
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 22
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Get your groove on and come join us to learn the basics of ballroom dance! We’ll cover swing, foxtrot, waltz, and rumba, along with dance etiquette, square dancing, and a couple of fun line dances. Gentlemen – We encourage you to sign up! We want an equal number of guys and gals.

THURSDAYS

JUNIOR CLASSICAL LEAGUE

Moderator: Mr. Schott, Ms. Hinton
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 15 students
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 23
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Our club is currently developing to participate in GJCL Certamina and other statewide/national competitions. The Junior Classical League is a national organization that helps foster appreciation for the ancient world through Latin and Greek. Students will engage in creative outlets, hearty competition, and build a community around their studies of classical cultures

CHEER CLUB

Moderator: Mrs. Simmons
Eligible grades: 2 - 5
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 23
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Cheer Club provides an introduction or refresher on core cheerleading fundamentals to include; motions, jumps, cheers, and basic stunting techniques. Does your student want to join the NCA Cheer Team when they’re old enough? This club would be a great start to getting them involved.

CREATIVE WRITING CLUB

Moderator: Ms. DelloJoio
Eligible grades: 4 - 6
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 23
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: For students who love to write across all genres, join us to craft stories, poems, and narratives together. We offer opportunities to write individually as well as working together through peer review to create enchanting and captivating plots!

FRIDAYS

BOOK MAKING CLUB

Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 15 students
Meeting time: Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 24
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: In the Book-Making Club, students learn about and practice the art of making books. Over the year, they will learn how to hand-sew and bind books in different styles. Students will work on writing or crafting their own content that they can bind in their favorite shape.

SCIENCE & ENGINEERING CLUB

Moderator: Dr. Fiege
Eligible grades: 8 - 10
Capacity: 10 students
Meeting time: Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 24
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: This club aims at engineering and manufacturing science tools that display scientific phenomena, such as showcasing gravity according to Einstein by a gravitational wave simulator. We can show the beauty of magnetic fields, or demonstrate the interior workings of the sun with a convection screen. We aim to build bigger versions that we can use in our science classes grades 6-10 and design small versions to take home

MILITARY CLUB

Moderator: Mr. Ings
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 24
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Military club will be an opportunity for students learn and lead each other as members of a squad, platoon, and unit. Activities to include formations, drill and ceremony, marching, physical training, and much more!

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CLUB

Moderator: Mrs. Branham
Eligible grades: 8 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 24
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: Students can learn the basics of volleyball and enjoy fun competitive play amongst their peers. All skill levels are welcome! The goal of the club is to get active & have fun!

TABLE TOP ROLE-PLAYING GAMES CLUB (TTRPG)

Moderator: Mr. Schott
Eligible grades: 7 - 10
Capacity: 20 students
Meeting time: Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: January 24
End date: May
Fee: $100

Program Description: The purpose of this club would be to explore various tabletop game systems such as DND, Pathfinder, FATE, Kids on Bikes, etc. and delve into both the worldbuilding of such games and some of the more mechanical aspects under the systems.