| After-School Club | Description | Sponsors | Day | Start Date | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Art Club | Get creative! Let your artistic talents flow. Do your own thing or try some art and craft projects. A great way to express yourself and have fun! | Linda Ledbetter | Every Monday 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 2nd | Rm 145 |
| Basketball | Teams of 4 to 6 players are needed to join our tournament schedule. The winning team will have a chance to embarass the teacher team in March! | Leigh Gayden (Head Coach) |
Wednesday 3-4:15pm 7th & 8th gr. teams alternate weeks (bus) | Jan 10th | Gym |
| Chess & Games Club | Enjoy playing games of skill? This club supplies various strategic and skill-based board games such as Chess, Go, and Speed Stacks, to play with friends. | Yvon Jensen | Every Monday 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 2nd | Media Center |
| Computer Graphics Club | Students will have the opportunity to learn more about computer graphics ranging from Graphic Design to 3D Computer Animation as they design projects on paper and translate them into professional looking works of art on the computer. This course is designed to give the student a starting portfolio. | Bryan Carvajal | Every Wednesday 3-4:15pm (bus) |
Jan 10th | Rm 124 |
| Cultured Hogwash | Looking for a creative venue? This club collects and publishes a short journal of student poems, stories, comics and editorials. Either submit your work or help pull it all together. | Margaret Marriott | Every Wednesday 3-4:15pm (bus) |
Jan 10th | Rm 116 |
| Dance Club | Hip-hop, freestyle, reggaeton, middle eastern, etc. If you have an interest in dancing, come out and practice your skills with friends who like to move too. Learn moves from your peers. | Cheryl Teller, Deanna Vitale, Lizsandra Maria, Christina Smilie | Every Monday 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 2nd | Cafeteria |
| Fly Girls | Just for girls! Get caught up on homework or projects, then join the sponsors for exciting girl talk. Topics include fashion & beauty, how to deal with daily drama, a peek in to the lives of girls around the world and topics of your choice. Plan fun activities, hang out with friends and listen to music. | Cheryl Teller, Kathy Palmer, Tiffany Henderson | Every Other Friday 3-6pm (parent pick-up by 6pm) |
Jan 5th | Cafeteria |
| Greenies | An environmental awareness service club where students can earn service hours while working on fun earth-friendly projects. Listen to music and talk to friends while you paint recycle boxes for the school. This club begins with an hour of homework and a snack. | Lisa Herndon | Tuesdays 3-5pm (parent pick-up between 5 and 6pm) |
Jan 9th | Media Center |
| Hip-Hop Club | Learn some new moves to use at the next dance. Have fun working on routines to perform in the spring. We have a new dance instructor so we welcome veteran dancers as well as new guys and girls. This club begins with an hour of homework and a snack. | Lizsandra Maria | Tuesdays 3-5pm (parent pick-up between 5-6pm) |
Jan 9th | Media Center |
| Homework Club | The Homework Club provides a quiet place where you can do homework, study, and get assistance. We will be available to help you organize materials, check homework agendas, assist in understanding subject matter, and prepare you for upcoming tests and quizzes. | Sue Rowland, Deanna Vitale, Pamela McConky | Every Mon & Thurs 3-4pm (bus) | Oct 2nd | Rm 127 |
| Math Counts | Crazy about solving problems! If math is your thing, this is the club for you. | Harlan Mathers, Melanie Roller | 2nd & 4th Mondays 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 5th | Rm 114 or 115 |
| Model United Nations | Learn about other countries while you develop your negotiation skills. Teamwork, research and competition are part of this elite club. | Sam Martin Jamie Sawatzky |
1st & 3rd Mondays 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 2nd | Rm 101 or 114 |
| Photography | This club begins with an hour of homework and a snack. Students learn the basics of how to take good pictures with a digital camera. Various projects will be given ranging from taking pictures of objects and people to outdoor scenery. A 3 megapixel Camera or better with memory card is required. | Bryan Carvajal | Tuesdays 3-5pm (parent pick-up between 5-6pm) | Jan 9th | Media Center |
| Ramagamma Guys | A club for guys which mixes interesting topics with games and snacks. It starts with food and homework time. Then join in on discussions that can keep you fit and healthy. Afterwards, play PS2 games, basketball in the gym or relax with friends. | Dave Paganin, Chris Goldbecker, Eric Fullinwider, Patrick Zook | Every other Friday from 3-6pm (parent pick-up by 6pm) | Jan 12th | Cafeteria |
| Red Cross Club | A service club for those interested in helping people while learning more about the health field. First aid and CPR awareness, babysitting training, pool safety and planning service projects are a few of the possible topics for the year. This club begins with an hour of homework and a snack. | Margaret Marriott | Tuesdays 3-5pm (parent pick-up between 5-6pm) | Jan 9th | Media Center |
| Research Club | Need a quiet place to use the computer, research a project, get homework done or read a new book? You can use the library for all your research needs. Sign-up at lunch the day before to reserve a spot. | Yvon Jenson | M, T, Th 3-4 pm Wed 3-4:15 (buses except for Tues) |
Oct 2nd | Media Ctr |
| School Newspaper | Reporters wanted! Gather information, develop your writing skills and learn how a team publishes a newspaper all about your school. |
Michelle Maguire | Every Monday 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 2nd | Rm 107 |
| Science Olympiad | Young scientists with a love for exploration. Join this club as they compete throughout the year and bring science to life every week! | Joy Pryde Haskins, Mary Erdeljon, Science Dept. | Mon, Wed, or Thurs (Depends on groups) | Oct 19th | Science Rooms |
| Soccer Club | For both beginner players and young Pele's or Mia Hamm's! Develop your skills and have fun playing with a team. Get homework help afterwards and enjoy game-time with friends. | Bryan Holland (boy's coach), Dave Paganin (girl's coach) | Every Friday 3-6pm (parent pick-up by 6pm) | Oct 6th | Cafeteria |
| Step | Join the Step team and be a part of a middle school Step showcase this June! All you need is a little rhythm and a willingness to pay attention and learn. Guys and girls welcome! This club begins with an hour of homework and a snack. | Sharron Wooden | Tuesdays 3-5pm (parent pick-up between 5-6pm) | Jan 9th | Media Center |
| Table Tennis | Tennis anyone? Have fun learning and playing with friends. | Barbara Prescop | Every Monday 3-4pm (bus) |
Oct 2nd | Gym |
| Triple Impact Martial Arts | Learn martial arts skills and principles. Develop self-discipline, confidence and strength. Get homework help and enjoy game-time with friends. | Triple Impact Instructors | Every Friday 3-6pm (parent pick-up by 6pm) | Oct 6th | Cafeteria |
| Volleyball | Anyone who enjoys volleyball is welcome-no skill required. Fun pick-up games which don't require a weekly commitment to a team. Just come and play when you can. This club begins with an hour of homework and a snack. | Amy Hansen | Tuesdays 3-5pm (parent pick-up between 5-6pm) | Jan 9th | Media Center |
Lisa Dejo, After-School Program Specialist, Rocky Run Middle School.
(703)802-7739 lisa.dejo@fcps.edu
| The After-School Program is made possible by funds from the School Board and the Board of Supervisors along with support from the Department of Community and Recreation Services, Chantilly Community Coalition, other community partners, the FCPS After-School Program Office, and Rocky Run parents, teachers, administrators and staff. |