Extracurricular Activities
Student Activity Fee Information
1. All participants in sports, marching band, and all other clubs and co-curricular activities will be assessed an annual student activity fee. Payment of the annual fee covers all sports, clubs, and co-curricular activities for the entire school year. The annual fee is $100 for any student in grades 5 through 12 wishing to participate in such activities. Payment of the annual fee allows the youngster the opportunity to participate in multiple activities. Parents with multiple children will pay a maximum of $200 regardless of the number of children attending South Hunterdon.
2. A Student who leaves a club, activity, or team voluntarily, or who is dropped for disciplinary or scholastic deficiencies, is not eligible for a refund of the student activity fee. The Superintendent may approve an activity fee refund in the event of extenuating circumstances only.
3. Students who are eligible for the Federal Free Lunch Program are entitled to a waiver of the student activity fee. There are no provisions for reduced fees. Parents and students should understand that this fee only entitles the student to a place in an activity. It does not guarantee participation time in games, leads in performance, specific positions on teams, etc. Those decisions remain with coaches and advisors.
4. All payments are to be made by check or money order and payable to "SHRHS-Student Activity Fee." Fees are due prior to a student trying out or participating in an activity, team or club. Please fill out the reverse side and return it with your payment.
MIDDLE SCHOOL CLUBS & ACTIVITIES LIST
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Advisor: Zoe Carril
The middle school art club explores all types of mediums such as painting, drawing, sculpting, and more. Students will be able to choose their chosen art form and express their creativity. The art club is all about giving students who love art a chance to explore their talents by working individually or in a group setting. -
Advisor: TBD
The Coding Club is designed to give students experiences to look at coding at a deeper level. Students are provided with the tools necessary to participate in hands-on and digital activities to teach computer science. Coding Club is open to all middle school students and runs in Winter/Spring. We hope to see you at Coding Club! -
Advisors: Dawn Rhodes and Cindy Zidzik
Crazy 8’s Math club for students in grades 5-6. Crazy 8’s is funded by Bedtime Math Foundation, a private nonprofit organization dedicated to putting the fun and discovery back into learning math. A major goal of Crazy 8’s is to make math a fun and recreational part of life for kids and their friends. This is a fun and exciting math club where students build exciting things and learn new games they can play at home. Crazy 8’s has both Fall and Spring sessions available.
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Advisor: Taylor LaBau
The Dance Club is an opportunity to engage students in different styles of dance, have students learn and work through the process of choreography, and provide students a safe space to create and perform dance as it interests them. Our motto is that "everyone is a dancer" and that dancing is not just learning steps to a routine, but it is how you express yourself through dance and movement. We will meet weekly, collaborate together to create a few dances, explore different genres of dance and have the opportunity to perform. -
Advisor: Brianna Arcieri
Students collaborate to create and present monthly character education topics. Club members also plan school spirit events and themed days. Working closely with the School Counselor, this group promotes positive culture and climate in the school. -
Advisor: Matthew Monaco
FFA is a national educational organization, some 850,800 members strong, preparing young people for leadership and careers in agriculture. As one of the three integral components of Agricultural Education, FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. In New Jersey, more than 3,000 members engage in personal, career and leadership development activities that challenge them to excel as they develop.
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Advisors: Amanda McPherson
Girls on the Run offers programs designed to inspire girls of all abilities in 5th and 6th grade to recognize and embrace their inner strength and make meaningful connections with others. Students form positive relationships and participate in a culminating 5K. -
Fall Advisors: Tori Marley and Michelle Ryan
Spring Advisor: Michelle Ryan
Middle school intramurals are recreational sports programs within a school, designed for fun and participation rather than intense competition against other schools. They offer a variety of sports and activities for students, promoting physical activity, teamwork, and social interaction. Intramurals are inclusive, providing opportunities for all skill levels and interests. -
Advisor: Przemyslaw Kowalewski
As part of the LEGO Robotics Club, 5th and 6th grade students will have an opportunity to explore the world of robotic engineering and real world problem solving skills as designed by the FIRST LEGO League. Working in teams students will build and program an autonomous SPIKE Robot that will perform specific skills on a game mat. Likewise, in teams students will work on developing a solution related to a real world problem stemming from this year’s game theme.
This club is a wonderful introduction to real world application of science, technology, engineering and mathematics in addition to fostering collaboration, respect and creativity.
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Advisor: Anna Mikoski
Do you love to sing, dance, act, or work behind the scenes? The Middle School Musical is the perfect place for students to explore the exciting world of musical theater! Open to all students in grades 5–8, the Musical brings together performers, musicians, artists, and crew members to produce a full-scale musical each year. Whether you're a seasoned stage star or trying something new for the first time, there’s a role for everyone—onstage or off!
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Advisor: Przemyslaw Kowalewski
Robotics Club is open to all 7th and 8th grade students interested in designing, programming, constructing and operating mobile robots. We meet on weekdays after school. No experience required, just an interest in building robots!
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Advisor: Shannon Birckhead
Science Olympiad is a team competition in which students compete in events pertaining to various fields of science, including earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. Each year, South Hunterdon students compete against teams from around the state each week. -
Advisor: Madison Schluchterer
The Middle School student council helps share students' ideas, interests, and concerns with teachers and school principals. This group helps to raise funds for school wide activities, including social events, community projects, and helping people in need. All middle school students are encouraged to participate in student council meetings.
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Advisor: Julie Berezin and Kaitlyn Wesner
The talent show is an opportunity for students to showcase what they love to do at an evening show in the springtime. Students get the chance to show us their dance skills, singing abilities, instruments, tricks, or other unique skills they have! The talent show is always a crowd favorite.
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Advisor: Shelley DiSalvi
The Yearbook Club is designed to provide students with a collaborative approach to creating an authentic collection of memories to share with their classmates. Students will not only learn about elements of photography, graphic design, time lines, project management, critical decision making, and what is necessary to meet deadlines, but they will have the opportunity to truly take ownership of something that will be a memento for years to come.