Windham Center School is proud to offer a variety of extracurricular opportunities to students including:
Band/Orchestra
Fifth and sixth graders have the opportunity to join the beginning band. Students have the choice of learning how to play the flute, clarinet, saxophone, trumpet, trombone, or percussion instruments. Part of the instruction includes proper use of the instrument, putting the instrument together, and properly holding it when playing. They learn through the Essential Elements band method and perform in concerts. Third grade students have the opportunity to take violin lessons.
Click here to download the Windham Center School Instrumental Program Handbook
Club Leader:
Michaela Kosta [email protected]
Bowling
Students in all grades have the opportunity to join the Bowling Club. Forms, sign ups and cost will be coming out in early November.
Club Leader:
Tracey Lamb [email protected]
Destination Imagination (NHOM-DI)
Creative problem-solving at Windham Center School has a long and successful history. It began with Odyssey of the Mind in 1986 and was recently replaced by Destination Imagination in 1999. They are international, creative, problem-solving competitions for students in elementary school through college. Its purpose is to foster the development of creative thinking and creative problem-solving skills among young students.
With a glance in Center School's showcase, you will see trophies from three World Finals dating 1989, 1990 & 1992. Surrounding these huge trophies are more than 18 others. One of Center School's 1998 teams placed 12th at the World Finals. Each year our school has teams competing in various divisions.
Club Leader:
Joel Burdette [email protected]
Drama Club
Students audition for acting and singing performance roles in a selected play during the school year. This club provides many opportunities for students to assume the roles associated with assembling a live performance.
Club Leaders:
Janessa Murphy [email protected]
Floor Hockey
At Center School all students have an opportunity to play Intramural Floor Hockey after school. The program has been in place for five years and participation has increased each year. During the 1998-99 school year there were 24 teams, and over 200 students participated. The students are placed on a team, and they play games once a week.
Club Leaders:
Cheyanne Nevers [email protected]
Joel Burdette [email protected]
Games Club
Students who enjoy working with puzzles and games, forming new friendships and making new connections thrive in this club hosted by our school counselor.
Club Leader:
Kristin Phillips [email protected]
Homework Club
Students have the opportunity to join this club that meets weekly where the club advisor supports students with homework and organizational assistance.
Club Leader:
Jordan Lemay [email protected]
Intramural Sports Club
Students who enjoy non-competitive physical activities have the opportunity to join this club each trimester. Games that are played during physical education classes serve as the foundation of this club.
Club Leaders:
Cheyanne Nevers [email protected]
Joel Burdette [email protected]
Jr. Book Beat Club
Students who enjoy reading and book discussions excel in this club where literary analysis and authors' craft are a major focal point.
Club Leader:
Joel Burdette [email protected]
Math Olympiads
Students who enjoy solving complex mathematical problems have the opportunity to try out for this club and compete against peers in surrounding communities.Students will participate in weekly math school meetings as well as the opportunity to complete in five challenging Math Olympiad contests.
Club Leader:
Alex Krish [email protected]
Math Olympiads Website:
https://moems.org/
Robotics - FIRST Lego League
Students with a strong inclination toward mathematics, science, and engineering have the opportunity to try out for this club. Students work to solve a common problem that is issued annually by the FIRST Lego League.
Club Leader:
Bob Hemmer [email protected]
Select Chorus
Students who are interested in singing are encouraged to join this club. A live musical performance is scheduled as a culminating experience for choral students.
Club Leader:
Nancy Fothergill [email protected]
Ski/Snowboard Club
The Ski/Snowboard Club is for 4th and 5th grade students. The club goes to Pats Peak Ski Area in Henniker, NH on Thursdays for five weeks starting mid-month February. The program includes: weekly 1 hour ski or snowboard lesson, 1 hour free ski time, transportation to and from the mountain; and one day complimentary ski pass for each participant.
Club Leader:
Jordan Lemay [email protected]
Student Council
In the Fall of each year the students elect Student Council Representatives. Two girls and two boys from each classroom are selected by their peers. The mission of the council is to continue to make Center School a safe environment in which all are welcomed and included as part of the school community. The Student Council holds monthly meetings where they discuss activities. Some of these may include spirit days, submarine sandwich sales, bake sales, and teacher appreciation days. Members oversee the school store and read daily announcements. The council is a non-profit organization and donates profits to special causes.
Club Leaders:
Ashley Chopelas [email protected]
Katie Ditolla [email protected]
Yearbook
Club Leader:
Claire Colbeth [email protected]
Extracurricular activities sign-up information will be communicated throughout the school year as opportunities are available.