EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
* Extracurriculars that are held during school day
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After School Art
Band Performing Arts Academy* Battle of the Books Bowling Club |
Chess Club
Destination Imagination Environmental and Science Club Forensics Lego Club |
Math Club
Orchestra Performing Arts Academy* Piano Lessons* School Play Scouts, Girl and Boy |
Spanish Club
Stock Market Club Student Choir* Violin Lessons* Extra Curricular by the numbers |
After School Art
Throughout the school year, After School Art is offered for students grades 5K-8. Students may enroll for individual classes or an entire series designed around an art medium, artist, or seasonal theme.
Throughout the school year, After School Art is offered for students grades 5K-8. Students may enroll for individual classes or an entire series designed around an art medium, artist, or seasonal theme.
Band Performing Arts Academy*
Band Contact: Marissa Beckman
Band Contact: Marissa Beckman
- Offered for grades 5-8
- We offer 20 minute individual lessons with students in the areas of band and strings during the school day
- Students have the opportunity to perform with the other 7 Academy schools at Pius XI High School in the large group concerts in February and May
- Lessons and instruction are structured around the needs of each individual student
- To learn more, see the Performing Arts Academy Brochure
Battle of the Books
The Battle of the Book is a reading competition program for students in grades 4-6 that promotes reading and encourages teamwork. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to discuss books from the assigned book list and engage in discussions and mini-competitions with other group members. There is a regional competition held in Spring.
The Battle of the Book is a reading competition program for students in grades 4-6 that promotes reading and encourages teamwork. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to discuss books from the assigned book list and engage in discussions and mini-competitions with other group members. There is a regional competition held in Spring.
Bowling Club
Open to students in grades 1- 8, the Bowling Club meets immediately after school for 1 1/2 hours, six times between January and March. Enrollment begins in December and is limited to the first 32 students. Parents are required to arrange or provide transportation for their children to the bowling establishment. Costs associated with this club pay for game costs, shoe rental, pizza and soda for each meeting.
Open to students in grades 1- 8, the Bowling Club meets immediately after school for 1 1/2 hours, six times between January and March. Enrollment begins in December and is limited to the first 32 students. Parents are required to arrange or provide transportation for their children to the bowling establishment. Costs associated with this club pay for game costs, shoe rental, pizza and soda for each meeting.
Chess Club
Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research shows a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas including concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Our professionally instructed Chess Club meets January to March and is open to students in grades K-8. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. Each class consists of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both new and returning participants are welcome and will get to the next level under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. The club ends with a friendly chess competition with prizes and a pizza party. Enrollment deadline is mid-December.
Develop your child's intellect through the royal game of chess! Current research shows a strong link between chess and academic performance in a variety of areas including concentration, focus, social skills, and creativity. Our professionally instructed Chess Club meets January to March and is open to students in grades K-8. No previous knowledge of chess is necessary. Each class consists of a fun, interactive teaching period and guided practice time. Both new and returning participants are welcome and will get to the next level under the guidance of an experienced Chess Scholars coach. The club ends with a friendly chess competition with prizes and a pizza party. Enrollment deadline is mid-December.
Destination Imagination
DI is a world-wide educational program where student teams solve open-ended Challenges and present their solutions at local tournaments. In working to solve one of seven Challenges they choose, DI teams learn important life skills like time management, collaboration, conflict resolution, and creative and critical thinking while building friendships. Open to kids in grades 1-8, DI begins in late Fall and ends in early Spring. Each team has up to 7 members. Students in 1st and 2nd grade participate in DI's younger challenge program called Rising Stars! Enrollment begins in September.
DI is a world-wide educational program where student teams solve open-ended Challenges and present their solutions at local tournaments. In working to solve one of seven Challenges they choose, DI teams learn important life skills like time management, collaboration, conflict resolution, and creative and critical thinking while building friendships. Open to kids in grades 1-8, DI begins in late Fall and ends in early Spring. Each team has up to 7 members. Students in 1st and 2nd grade participate in DI's younger challenge program called Rising Stars! Enrollment begins in September.
Environmental and Science Club
From October through May students in grades 5-8 may participate in the school’s Environmental and Science Club. Meetings are held once a month after school in the Niemer Science Lab. Ecology and the environment will be the focus for this group.
From October through May students in grades 5-8 may participate in the school’s Environmental and Science Club. Meetings are held once a month after school in the Niemer Science Lab. Ecology and the environment will be the focus for this group.
Forensics
Open to students grades 6-8 who want to have fun, Forensics is a club that works on individual or group performances in one of the following categories: Humorous Solo, Group Acting, Infomercial, Storytelling, Serious Solo, Moments in History, News Reporting, Informative Speech, Prose, Impromptu Speaking, Poetry
Weekly 30 min. practices are held immediately after school from December through March ending with the state competition. Tournaments are held on Friday nights or Saturdays. Fees apply and vary depending on the number of participants. Go to Forensics page.
Open to students grades 6-8 who want to have fun, Forensics is a club that works on individual or group performances in one of the following categories: Humorous Solo, Group Acting, Infomercial, Storytelling, Serious Solo, Moments in History, News Reporting, Informative Speech, Prose, Impromptu Speaking, Poetry
Weekly 30 min. practices are held immediately after school from December through March ending with the state competition. Tournaments are held on Friday nights or Saturdays. Fees apply and vary depending on the number of participants. Go to Forensics page.
Lego Club
Open to students grades 3-4, the St. Jude Lego Club is a very popular, fun club. Join other students as we build fantastic creations and work toward our final event, a Lego Competition. Because this club is large, we are always grateful for any donations of your old Legos. Meetings begin in late Winter/ early Spring and are held after school in the cafeteria/ parish hall. For more information, contact Rachael Mueller.
Open to students grades 3-4, the St. Jude Lego Club is a very popular, fun club. Join other students as we build fantastic creations and work toward our final event, a Lego Competition. Because this club is large, we are always grateful for any donations of your old Legos. Meetings begin in late Winter/ early Spring and are held after school in the cafeteria/ parish hall. For more information, contact Rachael Mueller.
Math Club
Open to all students grade 7-8, the Math Club is for anyone excited about math! Beginning in September, students meet once a week after school to work on fun and challenging math problems in preparation for the February MATHCOUNTS competition. MATHCOUNTS is a national middle school coaching and competitive mathematics program that promotes mathematics achievement through a series of fun and engaging "bee" style contests across the United States..
In December, Math Club members engage in testing to determine who will represent Saint Jude at the MATHCOUNTS competition. A total of 12 students are selected, 6 on a team, 4 individuals, and 2 alternates. If successful at the regional events, students continue on to state competitions. Contact Mary Kiesling.
Open to all students grade 7-8, the Math Club is for anyone excited about math! Beginning in September, students meet once a week after school to work on fun and challenging math problems in preparation for the February MATHCOUNTS competition. MATHCOUNTS is a national middle school coaching and competitive mathematics program that promotes mathematics achievement through a series of fun and engaging "bee" style contests across the United States..
In December, Math Club members engage in testing to determine who will represent Saint Jude at the MATHCOUNTS competition. A total of 12 students are selected, 6 on a team, 4 individuals, and 2 alternates. If successful at the regional events, students continue on to state competitions. Contact Mary Kiesling.
Orchestra Performing Arts Academy
Orchestra Contact: Mrs. Erin Hoffmann
Orchestra Contact: Mrs. Erin Hoffmann
- Offered for grades 5-8
- We offer 20 minute individual lessons with students in the areas of band and strings during the school day
- Students have the opportunity to perform with the other 7 Academy schools at Pius XI High School in the large group concerts in February and May
- Lessons and instruction are structured around the needs of each individual student
- To learn more, see the Performing Arts Academy Brochure
Piano Lessons*
The Piano Lessons Program at St. Jude School provides all students in grades 1st through 8th grade the opportunity to study piano during school hours or after school. Private, individual lessons are 30 minutes long, and are scheduled throughout the week during school hours or after school. Three excellent teachers staff the program: Dr. Peggy Otwell, Mrs. Shirley Karhoff, and Ms. Emily Rokser. All are experienced, professional teachers who love working with students of all ages. Learn More.
The Piano Lessons Program at St. Jude School provides all students in grades 1st through 8th grade the opportunity to study piano during school hours or after school. Private, individual lessons are 30 minutes long, and are scheduled throughout the week during school hours or after school. Three excellent teachers staff the program: Dr. Peggy Otwell, Mrs. Shirley Karhoff, and Ms. Emily Rokser. All are experienced, professional teachers who love working with students of all ages. Learn More.
School Play
Each year students grade 4-8 are eligible to participate in the school play. With casts as large as 70 people, we work together to create a spectacular theater event for Saint Jude parishioners and school families. Auditions are typically in February; please watch the school newsletter for specific dates. Rehearsals are 3 nights a week leading up to the performance in May. Parent and student volunteers are needed for all aspects of a theater arts production. Volunteer for a few hours or a specific set of responsibilities like publicity, (tickets, programs, posters, flyers) costumes, (sew), sets (build) or stage manager (lights, sound). Contact Anna Lewandowski.
Each year students grade 4-8 are eligible to participate in the school play. With casts as large as 70 people, we work together to create a spectacular theater event for Saint Jude parishioners and school families. Auditions are typically in February; please watch the school newsletter for specific dates. Rehearsals are 3 nights a week leading up to the performance in May. Parent and student volunteers are needed for all aspects of a theater arts production. Volunteer for a few hours or a specific set of responsibilities like publicity, (tickets, programs, posters, flyers) costumes, (sew), sets (build) or stage manager (lights, sound). Contact Anna Lewandowski.
Scouting
Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) provides a girl-centered quality leadership experience that meets the needs of girls in a fast-changing world and ensures a lifelong connection with Girl Scouting. Partnered with adult volunteers and community, and infused with the principles of inclusion and diversity, GSWISE is the premier organization for girls.
The unique Girl Scout experience begins with the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, girls Discover, Connect, and Take Action, building skills that yield the desired outcomes of courage, confidence, and character. Ultimately, through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, girls aspire to make the world a better place.
Girl Scouts at Saint Jude School is open to girls in grades K-8 to participate as Daisies (grades 5K-1), Brownies (grades 2-3), Junior Girl Scouts (grade 4 -5), and Girl Scout Cadettes (grades 6-8). A full list of Girl Scout leaders is available in your school directory. For additional questions, please email Paula McClelland, GSWISE School Site Organizer.
Girl Scouts Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast (GSWISE) provides a girl-centered quality leadership experience that meets the needs of girls in a fast-changing world and ensures a lifelong connection with Girl Scouting. Partnered with adult volunteers and community, and infused with the principles of inclusion and diversity, GSWISE is the premier organization for girls.
The unique Girl Scout experience begins with the values of the Girl Scout Promise and Law. Through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, girls Discover, Connect, and Take Action, building skills that yield the desired outcomes of courage, confidence, and character. Ultimately, through the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, girls aspire to make the world a better place.
Girl Scouts at Saint Jude School is open to girls in grades K-8 to participate as Daisies (grades 5K-1), Brownies (grades 2-3), Junior Girl Scouts (grade 4 -5), and Girl Scout Cadettes (grades 6-8). A full list of Girl Scout leaders is available in your school directory. For additional questions, please email Paula McClelland, GSWISE School Site Organizer.
Boy Scouts The Boy Scouts of America is one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness. For over a century, the BSA has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun. The Boy Scouts of America believes — and, through over a century of experience, knows — that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society.
The Saint Jude School BSA charter is open to boys grades 1-8 and meets both as a den (small group) and pack (large group) once a month between September and May. In addition to personal development, our scouts participate in community outreach projects and enjoy friendly competition with the annual Pinewood Derby and Raingutter Regatta.
The Saint Jude School BSA charter is open to boys grades 1-8 and meets both as a den (small group) and pack (large group) once a month between September and May. In addition to personal development, our scouts participate in community outreach projects and enjoy friendly competition with the annual Pinewood Derby and Raingutter Regatta.
Spanish Club
¡Bienvenidos al club de español! The Spanish Club meets starting in Fall and is open to students in grades 5-8. Club members practice their Sanish and learn about the language and vibrant culture of the Spanish speaking world! Meetings are held after school at St. Jude and are led by our Spanish teacher Ms. Ramirez
¡Bienvenidos al club de español! The Spanish Club meets starting in Fall and is open to students in grades 5-8. Club members practice their Sanish and learn about the language and vibrant culture of the Spanish speaking world! Meetings are held after school at St. Jude and are led by our Spanish teacher Ms. Ramirez
Stock Market Club
Open for grades 6-8, the Stock Market Club meets during the spring months. The club utilizes the Stock Market Game which is a simulation game for the United States Stock Market. The competition was developed to promote a better understanding of the Financial Investment System and how it works. The simulation is geared to helping students understand how to trade in the stock market. They also learn the costs and benefits involved in economic decision making, buyers and market demand, sellers and market supply, and sources and uses of capital. While working in teams, the students have fun and learn some of the mechanics of investing.
Open for grades 6-8, the Stock Market Club meets during the spring months. The club utilizes the Stock Market Game which is a simulation game for the United States Stock Market. The competition was developed to promote a better understanding of the Financial Investment System and how it works. The simulation is geared to helping students understand how to trade in the stock market. They also learn the costs and benefits involved in economic decision making, buyers and market demand, sellers and market supply, and sources and uses of capital. While working in teams, the students have fun and learn some of the mechanics of investing.
Student Choir*
Violin Lessons*
New in 2012, violin instructor Nancy Maio comes to St. Jude School to provide private, individual 30 minute lessons during school hours.
New in 2012, violin instructor Nancy Maio comes to St. Jude School to provide private, individual 30 minute lessons during school hours.
Extracurricular by the numbers
Grades 1 and 2
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Rising Stars, a division of Destination Imagination – This is a program conducted by parent volunteers.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
Grade 3
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Destination Imagination – This is a program conducted by parent volunteers.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
- Lego, Bowling and Book Clubs may be offered.
- The Student Choir is open to Grade 3 students.
- A modified version of Battle of the Books – Parent Guided Program.
Grade 4
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
- Student Choir open to Grade 4 students
- Battle of the Books Team Participation
- Brown Bag Lunch Career Program- Guest Speakers
- Lego, Chess, Bowling and Book Clubs may be offered.
Grade 5
- Science/Environmental Club, Spanish Club, Book Club and Chess Club may be offered to Grade 5 students.
- Athletics: Basketball, Volleyball and Track teams open to Grade 5 students.
- Battle of the Books
- Brown Bag Lunch Career Program – Guest Speakers
- Student Choir open to Grade 5 students
- Altar Server Program Training in Grade 5
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
Grades 6, 7 and 8
- Stock Market Club
- Science/Environmental Club, Spanish Club, Forensics Club, Chess Club and Book Club may be offered to Middle School students.
- Student Council open to Middle School students.
- Math Club open to 7th and 8th grade students and invited 6th grade students.
- Athletics: Basketball, Volleyball and Track teams open to Middle School students.
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
- Student Choir open to students in Grades 6 through 8.
- Battle of the Books Team participation for Grade 6 only.
Piano lessons are available during the school day for students in grades 1 – 8 or by invitation. Parents must sign up and assume the financial responsibility for these lessons.
Grades 1 and 2
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Rising Stars, a division of Destination Imagination – This is a program conducted by parent volunteers.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
Grade 3
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Destination Imagination – This is a program conducted by parent volunteers.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
- Lego, Bowling and Book Clubs may be offered.
- The Student Choir is open to Grade 3 students.
- A modified version of Battle of the Books – Parent Guided Program.
Grade 4
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
- Student Choir open to Grade 4 students
- Battle of the Books Team Participation
- Brown Bag Lunch Career Program- Guest Speakers
- Lego, Chess, Bowling and Book Clubs may be offered.
Grade 5
- Science/Environmental Club, Spanish Club, Book Club and Chess Club may be offered to Grade 5 students.
- Athletics: Basketball, Volleyball and Track teams open to Grade 5 students.
- Battle of the Books
- Brown Bag Lunch Career Program – Guest Speakers
- Student Choir open to Grade 5 students
- Altar Server Program Training in Grade 5
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
Grades 6, 7 and 8
- Stock Market Club
- Science/Environmental Club, Spanish Club, Forensics Club, Chess Club and Book Club may be offered to Middle School students.
- Student Council open to Middle School students.
- Math Club open to 7th and 8th grade students and invited 6th grade students.
- Athletics: Basketball, Volleyball and Track teams open to Middle School students.
- After-school Art Program (theme-based art lessons) The group meets approximately once per week for 45 minutes.
- Girl Scouts or Cub Scouts – Parent Guided Programs
- Student Choir open to students in Grades 6 through 8.
- Battle of the Books Team participation for Grade 6 only.
Piano lessons are available during the school day for students in grades 1 – 8 or by invitation. Parents must sign up and assume the financial responsibility for these lessons.