BeYOUtiful
Hair, makeup and skincare knowledge, tips, application, practice and fun! Anything and everything that is about beautifying oneself and enhancing each unique student’s best features.
Coloring Club provides a fun, laid back way for students to tap into their creative side. Students can socialize with their peers while releasing energy in a positive, productive way. Students should bring their own crayons, markers, or colored pencils, and we will provide the coloring pages.
Learn to draw for comic books and graphic novels. We will start by studying anatomy, perspective, and storytelling techniques. We will practice sketching characters, backgrounds, and sequential art. The goal is to make single cell or multi-page comic strips, create new characters, and enjoy making our imagination come to life on paper.
Seasonal cookie designs will be decorated with colored royal icing. All cookies and icing samples will be provided. Royal icing hardens quickly, so you will be able to transport your cookies home by the end of the class!
Do you like to make things? Are you crafty? This is the club for you. We will make a different craft each session related to the time of year.
Do you like to write stories, but wish you had more time or help? Well, this is the club for you. Together, we will work on taking your writing to the next step through activities that focus on plotting, character development, and setting. At the end, you'll even have a chance to share your work with the club.
Create submissions for current writing contests available to middle school students from organizations such as Young Writers and Creative Communications. Entry opportunities include poems, short stories, essays, and more. Select a current contest that interests you, write, participate in writing workshops, and submit your piece to a contest. Perhaps you'll be published or maybe even win!
Learn to crochet or work on your crochet skills!
Join us for a fun, calming activity for all experience levels. Diamond art, also known as diamond painting, is a popular craft activity that combines elements of cross-stitch and paint-by-numbers. It involves applying small, faceted resin rhinestones (referred to as "diamonds") onto a sticky, color-coded canvas to create a vibrant, sparkling artwork. In this advisory we will make diamond art stickers and coasters for you to take home.
In the Embroidery Club you will learn basic to advanced methods, and end with a unique final product that you can take home! Participants with all levels of experience are welcome to attend.
We will learn to create different styles of friendship bracelets. You will learn a different style of bracelet each week and we will have time to practice and create!
Has anyone ever told you, "Don't play with your food!" Well, in this club we will do just that! Food Art is the art of preparing and presenting food in the most creative ways. Projects will explore making art about food and using food to make art.
Handlettering is the art of drawing letters by hand to create custom fonts. Learn how to make letters using different typography methods like script, calligraphy, lettering and graffiti.
This club is a time to relax at the nail salon. Students will have the opportunity to paint nails, create new designs of their choice, watch nail tutorials, listen to music, and enjoy the company of others while pampering themselves!
Calling all creative minds! Join the Perler Bead Make and Take Advisory Club and fuse your imagination into fun pixel art creations. We will use colorful beads to make tangible pixel art that you can take with you.
Magnets will be provided to turn your creations into locker decorations!
Beginners welcome - come learn new skills, share ideas, socialize with your peers, and have a blast with Perler beads!
Ever look for a picture to show a friend what you looked like as a baby or share your amazing summer Disney vacation with a cousin, or reminisce on your summer camp activities and can't seem to find anything, well...look no further! In this fun scrapbooking club you will enjoy creating photo scrapbooks so your pictures will always be right at your fingertips.
Welcome to the Slime Makers Club—a hands-on, gooey, and creative space for students who love experimenting with textures, colors, and science! This club is all about crafting unique, one-of-a-kind slimes using a variety of ingredients like glue, activators, glitter, and even natural scents. Whether you’re a beginner learning the basics or an experienced slime enthusiast, this is the perfect place to unleash your imagination. Come for the slime, stay for the laughs!
We'll play friendly games of chess. All abilities are welcomed and encouraged to participate. Come ready to play!
This club will feature a variety of indoor 'old school' group games, including but not limited to: Scattergories, Pictionary, Taboo, Heads Up, Silent Ball, Jeopardy, BINGO, Left, Right, Center, to name a few. We will also play card games!
If you love a good challenge and enjoy piecing together intricate designs, this club is for you. Whether you're a puzzle pro or just starting out, we’ve got a spot for you to test your skills, relax, and unwind.
We'll play all sorts of word games including crosswords, word searches, cryptograms, Scrabble, Boggle, and Wordle. Students will work together in a fun setting to solve brain teasers and logic puzzles. Join us to play old favorites and learn new ones!
In this club, you will learn about retro video games and systems. "Retro games and systems" are those that were released in the late 1980's and early to mid-1990's. These include the original Nintendo, the Super Nintendo, and the Sega Genesis. You will not only learn a bit about the history of retro gaming, but you will also get a chance to play the classics! A variety of systems and games will be set up for you to learn about and try out. You do not need to know about, or even have any experience, playing video games to join this club; it is open to anyone who is curious!
Love Disney? Well then join the Disney Advisory Club! With crafts, trivia, and games, this club will celebrate all things Disney!
Do you love animals? Have you ever been excited to learn about and discover animals from different places around the world? This club will look at different species, creatures, habitats and care for animals. Club days may include virtual field trips, expert educator talks, community service activities, crafts and more!
Book Club
Come share your favorite books with other students! We'll discuss what we're currently reading, share our top-rated books, and recommend books for others to read. Additionally, we’ll listen to the first chapter of popular books together and discuss our thoughts. You’ll leave each meeting with a list of must reads!
Calling all Taylor Swift "lovers"! Do you know Taylor Swift "All Too Well"? Join us if you want to listen to iconic songs on repeat and create Taylor-inspired arts and crafts you get to take home with you!
Are you someone who works hard all week and you want to spend your Friday chillin'? The Chill and Chat club would be perfect for you. Come enjoy some downtime with peers while eating yummy snacks. This club will have cozy seats, relaxing music and a comforting environment to end the week.
Lego, yo! You know it: Legos are fun. So, if you're looking for a place to be creative and get your brick on, consider Club Lego. We've got vast Lego resources to choose from, including options to make your creations light up, move, and make sounds, just to name a few of the endless possibilities. Build something great with Club Lego!
Learn how to germinate and grow plants. This will include flowers and vegetables. We'll experiment with hydroponics and soil.
Calling all guitar lovers! This is a club for people that love anything to do with guitars. This is a place where you can gather with other guitarists and talk about your love of guitar, gear, and music. And, most importantly, you can jam. Who knows? You might write a hit song or even find a bandmate. Just don't forget to bring your guitar! (Note: This is not a place to learn how to play guitar so you will need to have some some prior experience.)
Are you a Harry Potter fan? This group is for you! Each month's meeting is themed after a Harry Potter movie. We play games, do crafts, watch movie scenes and have Harry Potter-themed food as we visit Hogwarts, The Forbidden Forest, The Room of Requirements, The Yule Ball, TriWizard Tournament, and the Battle at Hogwarts.
No Bake Baking Club
This club will help you learn how to create yummy desserts. Each session we will explore a no bake recipe and create our own version of the treat. If you are interested in baking or want to learn a new skill, this may be the "icing on the cake" for you!
Calling all Star Wars fans! We'll play Star Wars games, create Star Wars-themed crafts, eat Star Wars snacks, and talk Star Wars. This includes all of the Star Wars timeline (Mandalorian, Original Trilogy, and all other past, present books, movies and series). May the force be with you!
Join Gaga Club! This fast-paced, easy sport combines dodgeball and tag. Gaga is a very popular summer camp game, and it's easy to learn! Whether you're a seasoned player or new to the game, come bounce, dodge, and dive with us in this super fun club!
Come and play flag football. Each session, we’ll break into teams to play friendly games. This club will run outside during the fall or spring.
Futsal is a variation of indoor soccer where the ball does not bounce and the players play on a touchline court. Futsal games can be played anywhere from 4v4 to 6 depending on size of the court. Join us for this fast-paced indoor version of soccer! All skill levels welcome!
Mountain Biking Club
During Advisory, the Mountain Biking Club will ride on the Murray Avenue School campus, Lower Moreland Middle School campus, and Valley Center Park. To participate in this club, you will need to bring your bike to school on Advisory day and your helmet. If weather prevents us from riding outside, we will be learning about bike safety and maintenance inside. You need your own bike to participate in this club.
If you're looking for a fun, fast-paced game that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, then pickleball is the sport for you! Whether you're a beginner or already know the basics, this is the perfect place to learn, practice, and have a great time!
Learn the basics of Ping Pong while making new friends, building teamwork skills and friendly competition.
Come play recreational softball! All skill levels are welcome. When we have to be indoors, we'll play Wiffle Ball!
Play Spike Ball and make new friends! We'll be outside weather permitting and indoors when needed! All levels of experience welcome!
Do you want to learn how to use the equipment in our Fitness Center to develop a fitness routine? Join us for Strictly Fitness! All ability levels welcome!
Do you enjoy playing volleyball in PE class, during backyard games, or on the beach? If so, then the Volleyball Club is for you! This is a great opportunity to refine your skills while engaging in fun scrimmages and game play. All skill levels are welcome. Athletic sneakers are required (no crocs, no slides, no heels). Come volley and have a ball!
In this club you will have the opportunity to enjoy time outside and walk around the track or campus.
Looking to stretch and relax after a stressful day at school? Join the Yoga Club! Yoga is an old discipline from India. Yoga uses breathing techniques, exercise and meditation to help improve health and happiness. Learn proper breathing techniques and poses through this club while having some fun!
Use polymer clay to make tiny things (foods, creatures, etc.) and learn to animate them with apps like StopMotion or Canva. You’ll leave this workshop with a handful of precious minis, baked for durability for use as game pieces or charms, and a handful of handmade GIFs.
Do you like to code? If you would like a place to code and talk to other students who code, sign up for our Coding Playground. You'll have time to explore and work with other students. This will be time to work on your personal passion projects. We will be using Scratch to learn new ways to make games. All ability levels welcome!
Take your everyday photos to the next level (no camera or phone required)! In this club you will learn to create dynamic images using an iPad camera. We'll start with the basics of composition, then explore in-camera photography tricks to take complimentary, interesting, and fun photos of yourself and your friends.
In PRO-Creators club, you will be given the opportunity to express yourself and think creatively while illustrating works of art on the iPad app, Procreate. Each student will be assigned their very own iPad and apple pen to use throughout the duration of the club. Some skills and techniques you will take away from PRO-Creators include creating gradients, blending colors, creating abstract works of art, using fun brushes, adding layers, photo editing and manipulation, cartoon and animation design, and more! We'll teach you all of the basics and "need to knows" with PRO-Create and then you can let your creativity fly!