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To see a short description of a
specific club, click on the link below.
Orchestra—6th
Grade |
Educating the whole child through
student clubs and athletic programs continues to be important to us.
Unfortunately, with the defeat of the 2006-2007 school budget, the
district was forced to make significant cuts and some very difficult
decisions had to be made. Among those was a reduction in funds for
non-mandated clubs and activities. In order for us to maintain our
valuable and enriching co-curricular activities, while at the same time
maintaining a balanced budget, students will be charged a non-refundable
fee for participation in extra curricular activities. The non-refundable
fee for joining each club will be $15. In addition any costs associated
with the club will be paid for directly by students or through fund
raising. Download the
club/activity fee form.
Academic Challengers
Description: Academic Challengers is a club which
fosters the excitement of contest and competition. Each member will have the opportunity
to contribute and develop those skills essential to the success of his/her team. The club will be meeting once a week throughout the school
year to prepare for competitions such as the Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl and the Stock Market
Game.
Art Enrichment Club Description: The Art Enrichment Club is open to all
students who want an opportunity to experience in greater depth various methods and
materials of art. Projects will include drawing, painting, sculpture, print making and
crafts. Band—6th Grade Description: After school Band rehearsals are an
extension of the elective 6th Grade Band. During the after-school rehearsals, the period
1, 4 ,6 and 9 Bands are combined. After-school rehearsals are only scheduled before
performances. We do two concerts per year - the Hammarskjold Band Winter Concert
and the District Wide Band Concert.
Band—7th Grade Description: After school Band rehearsals are an
extension of the elective 7th Grade Band. During the after-school rehearsals, the period
1, 3, 6, and 9 Bands are combined. After-school rehearsals are only scheduled before
performances. 7th grade Band performs two concerts per year, the Hammarskjold
Band Winter Concert and the District Wide Band Concert.
C.A.R.E. (Caring
Adults Reinforcing Education) Description: This club provides a
select group of students additional support in completing homework assignments after
school. A number of senior citizens and members of our EBHS Honor Society volunteer
to work after school with students in need of assistance. Chorus Description: Provides opportunities for students to demonstrate knowledge achieved in music classes by performing in choral groups, presenting concerts for community events, PTA programs, etc. Special Chorus Description: Special Chorus is open to any
sixth or seventh grade student that enjoys singing and performing. Both sessions will
perform at East Brunswick High School with the regular 6th and 7th grade chorus classes.
The first session group is usually involved with a special chorus festival held at EBHS in
January or February. Hammarskjold Special Chorus will sing for and with Churchill and High
School special groups. Drama Club Description:
This club will explore the areas of creative
dramatics and theatrical events. Members will work on scenes, monologues,
and skits throughout the year. Students will be cast and directed in one-act
plays. Students also participate in a Showcase of student performances on the
stage at Churchill Junior High School. Early Act Club Description: Early Act Club
provides students with an opportunity to work together on community-based
projects to understand the importance of community service. Interact
Club is affiliated with the East Brunswick Rotary Club and provides
students the opportunity to develop leadership skills and the skills
necessary to work as part of a team. Foods Club Homework Club Description: Homework Club provides our students
with the opportunity to work on homework assignments, projects, and other special
assignments immediately after school. All Hammarskjold students are welcomed and
encouraged to participate in this club. It is a great opportunity for students to obtain
some extra help on a difficult assignment or to study with other students for a test.
International Club Description: The International
Club is open to any student who is interested in learning more about
different cultures and countries. At each meeting a different topic
is discussed and members are encouraged to participate as much as
possible. Intramurals Badminton Boys Basketball
Girls Basketball Flag Football Indoor Soccer Softball Table Tennis Volleyball Orchestra—6th
Grade Description: After school Orchestra rehearsals are
an extension of the elective 6th Grade Orchestra. During the after-school rehearsals, the
period 2, 5 and 7 Orchestras are combined. After-school rehearsals are only scheduled
before performances. We do two concerts per year - the Hammarskjold Orchestra
Winter Concert and the District Wide Orchestra Concert.
Orchestra—7th Grade Description: After school Orchestra rehearsals are
an extension of the elective 7th Grade Orchestra. During the after-school rehearsals, the
period 4, 5 and 7 Orchestras are combined. After-school rehearsals are only scheduled
before performances. We do two concerts per year - the Hammarskjold Orchestra
Winter Concert and the District Wide Orchestra Concert. Peer Mediation Club Description: Participation in the Peer Mediation
Club is limited to those students who have been selected and trained to be Peer Mediators.
The purpose of after-school meetings will be to practice and continually improve mediation
skills. "Mock" mediations will be conducted and the peer mediators will critique
one another. Also, some actual student peer mediation sessions will be conducted after
school. S.A.V.E.
(Students Against Violating the Environment) Description: The SAVE Club has many purposes and
activities. Members join with a commitment to improving the earth's environment and
increasing the community's awareness of ecology issues. The club is also service-oriented.
One of our main projects will be to maintain Rues Lane since we are the adoptive
caretakers. In addition our SAVE Club helps maintain the Hammarskjold
courtyard area and the grounds surrounding our school. Other projects include
naturalizing and beautifying border areas, maintaining our center courtyard
areas, performing local clean-ups and contributing to environmental
organizations. Science
Olympiad Description: Extends knowledge learned in science and prepares the students for hands-on experiences and knowledge-based activities to be sued in a statewide competition. Student Council Description: The goal of the Hammarskjold Student
Council is to promote school spirit and community service through a variety of school
related activities. The Student Council is made up of a governing body of four
students and a representative from each study. All members of the Student Council are
elected by the student body after being recommended by teachers. Some specific activities that the Student Council is
involved in include, election of officers and study representatives, fund raising, food
drives, holiday drive, school wide student of the month recognition program, school spirit
week, end of the year dances talent show. Meetings are normally held twice a month after school.
During particularly busy times, the club may meet more often. Video Newsmakers Description: Video Newsmakers
provides students with an opportunity to produce, direct, write, and
perform video broadcasts on our "Hammarskjold News" channel. Woodworking Club Description: The Hammarskjold Woodworking
Club is open to any 6th or 7th grade students. Students will work on various
seasonal projects throughout the year. Money is collected from time to time for
special parts or hardware. If you like working with your hands, wood, and
machines, you might consider this club. Yearbook Description: Students meet in sections to design, draw and layout sections of the yearbook as assigned. Students help with activity pictures, writing copy, captions and taking candid pictures. Each section will be responsible for all aspects of completing their assignment within the scope of their deadline. It is imperative that students be committed to the production of this yearbook and cannot be involved in another club that will meet at the same time as the section deadline the student is assigned. Sections will be assigned in September.
Approximately 6 weeks after your section is submitted you will be required to stay a few days after school to help proof your section for errors. A calendar with exact deadlines and meeting dates will be distributed to all Yearbook staff members in September. Section Editors are chosen each May from active 6th graders. Section Editors are required to attend all meetings of their sections from September to May. Requirements: All interested students must attend 1 of 2 September workshops before getting a permission slip. Students must bring in signed permission slip by given date. Students must be willing to work on assigned section and to do all aspects of the job for completing that section. Group cooperation is essential and knowledge of computers is helpful. A good sense of humor and ability to work under pressure is imperative. Dedication and pride in one's work is a must. Regular attendance is mandatory. Unexcused absences will result in dismissal from Yearbook Staff. Students must have a signed permission slip. |
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