For more information about Luther Jackson's After School Program, please contact Christine Lyons, after school program specialist/building use manager, at (703) 204-8218 or Christine.Lyons@fcps.edu.
| Club | Description | Room | Sponsor | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Art Club |
Enjoy creating special projects in different media, which can then be displayed and shared with school and community. |
412 |
Ms. Rifai |
Wednesday (1st/2nd Quarter) |
Basketball |
Open to boys and girls. Organized tournament play. Winners play faculty. |
Gym |
Ms. Blossé Mr. Hardy |
Wednesday |
Cheerleading |
Open to girls and boys. Organized learning of chants cheers and conditioning necessary to be a cheerleader. |
Gym |
Ms. O'Malley Ms. Fuller |
Wednesday |
Chess and Board Games |
Opportunities to pay chess and other board games. |
Library |
Mr. Adamson |
Thursdays |
College Partnership Program |
Introduce students to the concepts of higher education and career aspirations. |
Multi-purpose |
Ms. Brown |
1st & 3rd Wednesday |
Craft Club |
Sign up in 803. The first 12 people will be able to make a different craft each meeting. |
803 |
Ms. O'Neill |
Thursday |
ECYBERMISSION |
This activity promotes self-discovery for all students to recognize the real life application of science, math and technology. |
408 |
Mr. Adamson |
2nd & 4th Thursday |
Gam3r5 |
PS2, DDR, NBA Live, FIFA Soccer, Super DBZ, with occasional visits from Gamecube and Wii. |
Library |
Mr. Hassett |
Thursday |
Georgraphy Bee |
If your interest is in place around the Globe then this is for you. Participate in the worldwide Geography Bee, designed by National Geographic Society. |
414B |
Dr. Cottle |
Monday |
Leadership |
In partnership with FBLA and Kiwanis. Great way to learn what it takes to bea successful leader in life. |
308 |
Ms. Danforth |
Monday |
Literary Magazine |
Artists, creative writers, typists, lay-out specialists, editors - this club is for you! The result is the school's annual literary masterpiece of student work. |
605 |
Ms. Rifai |
Begins 1st week in February |
Manga Club |
Art and culture of Japanese animation, Naruto, Dragon Ball Z, Fruits Basket, Rave Master, and more. |
Cafeteria |
Mr. Gilham |
Wednesday |
Math Club |
IF you enjoy puzzles, math games, and working on math problems with friends, then you will want to join the Math Club. Participate in county math competitions. |
619 |
Ms. Luck |
Monday |
Math Counts |
Mathcounts is an activity designed to increase enthusiasm for and enhance achievement in middle school mathematics. It provides a foundation for success in science, technology, engineering or mathematics careers. Partnership with Raytheon. |
414C |
Ms. Benton |
Thursday |
Math Help/Homework |
Come receive help with math and other homework needs. Great opportunity to stay on top of your work. |
605 |
Ms. Coling |
Wednesday |
National Junior Honor Society |
Organization for 8th grade students who maintain high academic standards. Each spring 7th grade students are invited to join. |
412 |
Ms. Claman Ms. Berger |
3rd Thursday |
Newspaper |
Create LJ's very own student newspaper, The Jackson Connection. For students who enjoy writing and editing, as well as students with computer and lay-out design skills. |
414A |
Dr. Cottle |
Monday |
PBS Mentoring Partnership |
A mentoring program for boys and girls. Character education on respect, responsibility, and honesty, with cultural field trips. |
701 |
Ms. Kimbrough and |
Wednesday |
Philosophers Club |
Come share your thoughts and ideas -- discuss what's on your mind. |
414A |
Mr. Jones Mr. Hassett |
Wednesday |
Ping Pong |
Challenge yourself with a fast paced game of table tennis. |
Front Hall |
Ms. Deeb |
Thursday, December/January only. |
Red Cross Club |
A service opportunities both locally and globally. Most projects will go towards your community service. |
311 |
Ms. Deeb |
1st & 3rd Monday |
SOAR |
Success via Opportunities for Academic Readiness: Students will understand through projects the connection of learning and prepare for possible AVID and college partnership placement. Partnership with Raytheon/AVID. |
602 |
Ms. Coyle |
2nd Monday |
Soccer |
Open to boys and girls who enjoy indoor soccer. |
Gym |
Mr. Taft Mr. McDade |
Wednesday |
Step Team |
Experience STEP. Enjoy the rhythm of dance. |
Cafeteria |
Ms. Lyons |
Monday |
Student Council |
Learn about leadership and service while helping to plan schoolwide activities such as Spirit Week and dances, as well as organizing and participating in community service projects. |
Auditorium |
Ms. Atlas Ms. Gresham |
2nd Wednesday |
Teen Living Club |
Learn to cook, learn about households. Open to all students. This is a not a class. |
901 |
Mrs. Allen |
Listen for announcement twice per month |
Tennis |
Learn from the best on our very own courts. Will play as long as weather permits. |
Tennis Courts |
Ms. Matlaga |
Thursday |
Theater Workshop |
In this club you will gain confidence to speak in front of others and work as a team to produce a play |
501 |
Mr. Alleyne |
Wednesday |
Unique Ladies |
Stay positive and enjoy school. Opportunities to share your time with other girls and talk it out. |
413 |
Ms. Kimbrough |
Thursdays (second semester) |
Virginia Readers Choice |
Lively book discussions are held during lunch. |
Library |
Mr. Hassett |
One Wednesday per month (listen for announcements) |
Volleyball |
Open to boys and girls. Here's an opportunity to work with a high school coach and learn from players. |
Gym |
Mr. Merante |
Begins in the spring. |
Wrestling |
Learn from area high school coaches. Work with Falls Church High School. |
622 |
Mr. East |
Monday |
Yearbook |
Students will take pictures, plan covers, select page themes, photograph activities at LJ during the year. Additional after-school days may be needed to meet deadlines. |
608 |
Ms. Matlaga |
Selected Mondays. (Listen for announcements.) |
Yoga |
Relax. Get in shape. |
303 |
Ms. Ohanian |
Monday |
After Hours Programs
To participate in these activities you must have parent permission AND transportation.
| Club | Description | Room | Sponsor | Meets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Friday Homework Parties |
To assist students with homework and projects. Please see Ms. Lyons. |
Library | Ms. Fuller | Friday 2:40-6 p.m. |
Tuesday activities available at the James Lee Community Center. Parent written permission required in advance.
Yorkville and Kingsley Commons residents enjoy programs at CCLP at the community club houses.
