Club

       Sponsor

 Meeting

     Day        

 Room  

                 Club Description

24 Math Challenge

(Students must try out for this team activity)

    Mr. Lauman

Try outs are in December.

Will be announced.

   The 24 Math Challenge is a game of skill and speed in which students try to be the fastest to make the number 24 out of four numbers on a game card.  They may add, subtract, multiply, or divide, and must use all four numbers on the card only once.  There are three different games in which to compete: single digits, double digits, and integers.  Students try out for the opportunity to compete in a school tournament.  The winners in each category of the school tournament receive a $50 savings bond from M&T Bank.  Then, they are invited to attend a county-wide tournament     that is also sponsored by M&T Bank.  As winners at the county level, students earn medals for advancing throughout a series of game rounds, with the game’s grand champion being awarded a $1,000 savings bond.  Try out will be held beginning in early December, and will culminate in March, with the County tournament in Timonium.  All are invited to attend.

Student Government

       Mr. Oliver

    Mrs. Gauthier

Wednesdays

    105

  Student Government is a club that is active in many parts of our school community.  We attend monthly Baltimore County Student Council meetings and events where we represent Stemmers Run’s teachers and students.  We do this by planning dances, hosting school wide events, and handling the school’s mission memos. 

          Drama

 Ms. McKinney-Smiley

  Tuesdays

      and

 Thursdays

    212

   This year we will be concentrating on dramatic reading, and the spoken word, poetry.  We will also explore the many techniques and exercises of theatre, and drama.  This will include everything from stage make-up to costuming, and relaxation techniques.  Students will have an opportunity to express themselves in a positive and creative way through poetry, and dramatic readings.

     Math Maniacs

       Ms. Geiger

      Ms. Savage

      Mrs. Ebbert

Tuesdays

    And

Thursday

 Library

   Students will meet after school to practice math skills in order to increase MSA readiness on a computer program called “Study Island”.  “Study Island” incorporates difficult to master math skills, with fun interactive games.  A snack is provided during the program for all students.

  Literary Magazine

      Mrs. Burke

      Mrs. Hicks

  Tuesdays

  114

   Students will participate in create writing activities such as poetry, short stories, and plays.  These pieces of writing will be collected in order to be a part of the Stemmers Run Literary Magazine.

     Rockin’ Readers

       Mrs. Mintzell

       Mrs. Hicks

Wednesday

Computer

     Lab

   Students will participate in the computer activity “Study Island”.  Through practice and games, students are encouraged to improve reading skills.  These skills may help students meet success in the content areas.

Future Educators of  

           America

      Ms. Ruth

      Mrs. Myrick

    Last Tuesday of each month

  204

    The purpose of this organization is to help students become aware of and knowledgeable about the teaching profession.  This is a perfect club for students who are interested in becoming educators.  Students will get hands on opportunities, give back to the school in educational ways, and attend conferences.

       Unity Show

         Mr. Moore

 November

      thru   

February

 (Morning)

Auditorium

     This is an audition only activity.  Students will learn about diversity and unity, through music and dance, such as Hip Hop, African, and Latino. Students will practice Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, from 7:30 until 8:15.  The results of their hard work and practice will be two performances.  Students will participate in the Stemmers Run Unity Show for the school, and an evening performance for family, friends, and the community.  This show will take place February 24, 2010.

      Quiz Bowl

        Mr. Radday

  Thursdays

    207

   Quiz Bowl team members are taught the principles of teamwork and discipline through the study of current events.  The team practices twice a month and competes against other schools both here at Stemmers and at neighboring schools.  Competition is based upon The Weekly News Quiz Game, a subscription which contains questions pulled from current news sources such as Time magazine, Newsweek, U.S. News and World Report, and USA Today.

              Club

       Sponsor

 Meeting

     Day        

 Room  

                 Club Description

   Young Men with a

          Purpose

           YMP

(Space is limited by first-come basis)

     Mr. Goodrich

Wednesdays

      208

The purpose of this program is to provide mentoring for male students, primarily 6^th grade students.  However, this year we will be allowing some 7^th, and 8^th grade students to attend.  They will be asked to serve as role models for the younger students.  In addition to providing the students with assistance in academic areas, we will also address such issues as social skills, and conflict resolution.  Students will engage in activities aimed at fostering pride, and self-esteem.  This year we will be hosting guest speakers who will talk about making the right choices, and the road to success.  We hope to sponsor a trip this year that will be both enjoyable, and enlightening.

  Chess Club

    Mr. Weiss

Wednesdays

       107

  Students are welcome to play games of chess against their peers, and staff members. Students of all ability levels are welcome.  Students will study, and learn chess moves, and strategies based on the level they are functioning.  During the year, there will be competitions set up for students to use what they have learned.  If you ever wanted to learn to play the game of chess, here’s your chance.  No experience needed.

     Students Against Destructive Decision Making

     Mrs. Ratych

First Wednesday of each month

Health Suite

  This club is for the student who is concerned with the importance of good decision making.  We discuss healthy behaviors so you can make an informed choice about your future.  SADD is committed to empowering young people to lead initiatives in their schools and communities.  SADD highlights prevention of many destructive behaviors and attitudes that are harmful to young people, including underage drinking, drug use, risky and impaired driving, and teen violence and suicide.  More information can be found at sadd.org.

Environmental Club

     Mrs. Cannon

Thursdays

     104

   This club is for the student who is concerned with, and dedicated to improving the environment.  Students will participate in activities that will help support our environment, community, and school surroundings.  Possible projects will be to use technology to collect data for river and stream studies, investigate air, water, and soil quality, plant trees for Arbor Day, improve school grounds, canoeing and nature reserve trip.  Saturday Clean Up to be announced.

  Engineering Club

    Mrs. Herman 

Wednesdays

     122

   This club is for students who are interested in the field of engineering.  Students will be presented with projects that demonstrate the basic principles of engineering.  They will work with other students to create projects to share with the other students. Past projects have included an egg drop, soda rocket, paper tower, bird houses, etc.

    National Honor

          Society

      Ms. Douglas

    Mrs. Anderson

Thursdays

       225

    This organization is for 8^th graders who maintain a 3.5 grade point average or better, starting in grade 7. Students must apply and be inducted into this organization.   Teacher recommendation is required.  Student work on projects for their school and community.

Technology Club

(Space is limited by first-come basis)

          Mr. Flynn

      Mr. Oliver

Every other Wednesday

        220 or in announced locations

    Quite easily the most important and entertaining club in our entire middle school, Technology club is an important organization. Participating students will learn to work as official School Technology Helpers.  They will learn to “troubleshoot” problems on computers, as well as service and maintain computers.  Students will learn skills in creating web pages, using webcams and editing video, recording audio and creating podcasts, and using modern software and web 2.0 applications.

Open Computer Lab

      Mrs. Barnaby

Wednesdays

    Library

   This is a service designed to help meet the needs of students struggling with the burden of computer or internet assignments.  It is open to anyone needing to spend time on a computer or needing help with computer projects.

      Intramurals

      PE Teachers

To be announced

*Auditorium

*Activity  

    Room

*Outside

  Students will participate in physical activities that promote team work, sportsmanship, and good health practices.  Intramural activities will change depending on the skills being taught through the PE classroom.

              Club

      Sponsor

 Meeting

     Day        

  Room    

                 Club Description

     Newspaper

      Mr. Huber

Calendar  of dates to  be given out to members.

To be announced.

    Newspaper club is for students who are interested in what’s happening in the world, their community, and their school.  Students will participate in reporting and interviewing people about current events, and happenings.  Each quarter, the newspaper staff will publish a school newspaper that will be distributed to all members of the Stemmers Run staff and student population.

   M.O.D.E.L.S

    Mrs. Cannon

To be announced

    104

  This club is for students who are interested in fashion, modeling, and stage performance.  Students will participate in these activities which are designed to promote positive self-esteem, team work, and positive social interaction.  Students will practice throughout the year for the Talent Show scheduled May 7, 2010.  Family and friends are invited to attend this show.