Clubs/Homework Support
Students can view information on when and how to join individual activities on the CCTV system during lunch periods. Club advisors will be announcing the start dates through Advisory. They will also be posted on the Middle School web page with dates and contact person.
ART CLUB -
Mrs. Haraden
Art Club provides an avenue for students to exchange creative ideas, create imaginative artwork and collaborate with other students. These talented students work to support the fine arts within MS and our community. Club members will have the opportunity to create artwork while exploring new techniques and mediums. Projects vary from year to
year, but at least one community service project is completed annually.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
BOARD GAME CLUB -
TBD
Here is an exciting new way to spend your Friday afternoon. If you like board games, and like to spend time with your friends, this is the club for you. Members play games such as Clue, Monopoly, Battleship, Scrabble, Bingo, Life, Risk, Uno and more. Be part of the fun!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
C.A.R.E CLUB -
Mrs. Ryder & Mrs. Kaywood
Compassion. Attitude. Responsibility. Empathy. C.A.R.E. Club members perform a variety of community service-related activities to enhance the lives of others. Members will send letters of thanks to service members, conduct book, food, animal shelter and clothing drives and so much more. We hope you will join us!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
CHAMBER ENSEMBLE -
Ms. Bartlett
Chamber Ensemble is an after-school Orchestra for students in grades 6-8 who are looking to learn challenging yet rewarding orchestra music. Rehearsals would be on a weekly basis, and the ensemble would perform in concerts both in and out of district.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
CHESS CLUB -
Mrs. Ryder
For students who like to play chess, or want to learn, the Chess Club will be a great way to socialize with new and old friends over a game that will help hone communication, problem-solving and decision-making skills. Chess Club will provide a great mental workout, so engage your brain!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
INTRAMURALS -
Ms. Guadagnino/Ms. Appel
Students in grade 6 can join intramurals. A variety of sports will be offered. Activities will be both outside and in the gym. All participating students must wear sneakers.
Day: TBD
Location: Gym/Athletic Field
IMMERSION CLUB-
TBD
The immersion after school club will support English Language Learners’ social, emotional, and cognitive growth by providing opportunities for activity-based learning. Through a variety of motivational games and activities, students will be engaged, encouraged, and motivated to practice the skills needed for English language acquisition.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
IMS SHOW CHOIR -
Mr. Baur
(by audition)
Show choir is an exciting vocal performance group that will study many different genres of choral music, while working to develop good vocal technique and musicianship. Please join us this year as we prepare for more amazing performances! Open to all grades.
Day: TBD
Location: Choral Room
ITALIAN CLUB-
Ms. Stanco
The Italian Club is a new opportunity for students to explore the beautiful Italian culture through games, art, food, and FUN! All students from grades 6-8 are welcome to join. Students do not need prior knowledge of Italian. Our club will represent Italian culture at our district’s Multicultural Night in March.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
JAZZ/SHOW BAND -
Mr. Muscara
(by audition)
Jazz Band is a high-energy performance ensemble that studies various forms of more modern music and improvisation skills while preparing for the multiple performances that they have throughout the year. Open to all grades.
Day: TBD
Location: Band Room
Kaleidoscope -
TBD
Here at Islip Middle School, it is our mission to work toward a more accepting environment for all students, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. The Kaleidoscope Club will provide a safe space for all students and promote acceptance, safety, and respect within our school and surrounding community. All students are welcome!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
KIC -
Mrs. Ryder & Mrs. Kaywood
Is a beautiful, environmentally friendly school important to you? Do you want to make our school and town a nicer place to be? If you do, join KIC. KIC is responsible for recycling paper and plastic in our building, as well as the upkeep of our gardens. We also help with town clean-ups; all to make a difference in your lives. We hope you will join!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
LEGO BUILDING CLUB -
Mrs. LaBella
Students will learn how to create, plan and accomplish a set objective using Lego bricks. They will do this by working together and by taking risks and applying concepts that they learned in other classes. Students will build unique creations, engage in activities that will trigger imagination, make connections with other classmates and also have tons of fun!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
MATH OLYMPIADS -
Ms. Guadagnino
Grade 6 Only
Any 6th Grade student who loves Math and wants to challenge themselves is invited to join! This club provides an opportunity for students to engage in creative problem-solving activities, which develops their ability to reason, be logical and resourceful. Students will practice weekly in preparation for five Math Olympiad contests.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
MATHLETES -
Ms. Catanzarite
Grade 7 Only
All interested 7th graders who like math and enjoy working on challenging math problems are encouraged to join this club. Students will be given the opportunity to put their problem-solving skills to the test! We will also compete once a month with neighboring schools.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
MATHLETES -
TBD
Grade 8 Only
Any 8th grader interested in problem solving and math/logic puzzles can join this club. If a student decides to join Mathletes, he/she will spend a great deal of time preparing for competitions. Team members participate in five competitions against teams from other local schools.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
MULTI-CULTURAL CLUB-
TBD
Open to any student interested in learning about cultural diversity in IMS. Students participate in discussions, projects and activities that enhance their understanding and appreciation of the diversity here at IMS.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
NJHS -
TBD
National Junior Honor Society - NJHS is open to Grade 7 & 8 students who maintain an overall average of 94% or higher for the first three marking periods. In addition, students must exhibit good character, good citizenship, leadership and service in accordance with the national guidelines.
Note: See Google Classroom
Location: Room 306
SCIENCE & NATURE -
Mrs. Mills
In the spring and fall, students will explore the freshwater lake habitats located at our school as well as help to design and build Native Gardens here on campus. In addition, students will have the chance to explore high-interest science topics such as dry ice, engineering challenges such as the "Egg-Drop" as well as become environmentalists by constructing their projects using recycled materials. These projects include up-cycling clothing items into new, wearable items in order to prevent fast-fashion from filling our landfills.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
STUDENT GOVERNMENT -
Mrs. Comiskey
Student government members are representatives of the Islip Middle School student body. Club members plan/provide several extra-curricular activities (i.e. fundraisers, socials, field trips) for all grades. Students coordinate community service events helping promote good character and leadership. Club members participate in decision making that influence the social climate in the middle school. They also work hand in hand with many other clubs and their members encouraging school spirit.
Day: TBD
Location: Montauk Dining Room
THEATER/DRAMA CLUB-
Mrs. Montuori and Mrs. Gill
Students in Drama Club will participate as performers and produce an IMS production. A new production is selected each year, and students have the opportunity to enhance the production in scene work while learning different acting techniques. Students will also learn the movement and choreography for the Middle School Musical Production. Club members will get the chance to learn the technology involved in operating the lights and soundboards for productions. There will be opportunities for students to be a stagehand, and many other exciting production tasks.
Day: TBD
Location: Auditorium
VIDEO JOURNALISM CLUB -
Mr. Ackermann
This club involves students in the media production and broadcast of IMS and Islip community events through collaboration with the Video Production Club. Students experience all aspects of journalism through fact-finding, interviews, and studio broadcasts. Journalism Club works to create engaging dialogue, deliver fun "on-air" news reports, and "keep the pulse" of the IMS student body!
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
VIDEO PRODUCTION CLUB -
Mr. Pedersen
The Islip Television Club is designed to provide information on school happenings to students through an advisory news program. In coordination with the club advisor, students will be responsible for all aspects of show production and get an opportunity to work both in front of and behind the camera.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
YOGA/GOOD VIBES -
Mrs. Johnson
Good Vibes is open to everyone who wants to unwind and connect to a calm and peaceful state of mind. We will practice yoga, breathing exercises and tools to help you connect to the best version of yourself. All levels of yoga experience are welcome. If you’ve never tried yoga before, this is a perfect place to start. What to bring: your own yoga mat and water bottle (Mrs. Johnson has extra mats in case you forget). What to let go of: judgements and expectations. This club will meet outdoors when weather permits.
Day: TBD
Location: Excel Room (131A)
WRITERS CAFE -
Ms. Sheridan
Seventh and Eighth Grade Students interested in creative writing and expression will gather to create original poems and illustrations pertaining to cherished Winter memories and pieces related to other topics and concepts as well. To showcase the work, all final pieces will be compiled in an anthology.
Day: TBD
Location: TBD
COMPUTER LAB -
Mrs. Unverzagt
The computer lab will be open for student use and assistance on Mondays and Wednesdays afterschool until 3:10.
Location: Room 119
Homework Support
TBD
Islip Middle School offers assistance to all students under the guidance of the Academic Support Services Team.
Students may attend homework support after school. Children are expected to bring planners and the appropriate books in order to complete their assignments. Please keep in mind it is probable that not all homework assignments will be completed during homework support.
Day/Time: Monday thru Thursday from 2:30-3:15
Location: Fire Island Dining Room