Clubs & Activities
Connolly Middle School & Aspire Academy Clubs and activities are a great way to explore interests, make friends, foster teamwork, and grow as an individual.
We're sharing this list for planning purposes—it will be updated as new details become available. Watch for announcements in Parent Square or ask a club advisor for more info. Students also listen to morning announcements for updates.
The Booster Club supports these opportunities through fundraising and Booster Club mini-grants.
Want to sponsor a club? There's no minimum/maximum donation required. Every dollar helps! We're sharing the Donors Choose links for each Club Advisor and for the whole school for overall giving.
3D Printer Club
Students will learn how to use 3D printer software and print out cool things
Advisor
Sylvia Chapman
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Before the club starts, beginning of each quarter.
Meeting Dates & Times
Tuesday and Thursday Morning
Requirements
Grades, zero referrals.
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
TBD
Minimum/Maximum # Students
15 per quarter
8th Grade Leadership
We will focus on developing students' leadership skills and empowering them to make a positive impact on their school and community. They achieve this by organizing events, participating in service projects, and fostering a positive school environment
Advisor
Amanda Beakley/Sylvia Chapman
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Students can join throughout the year
Meeting Dates & Times
Every Thursday after school from 3:40 to 4:30, Every Monday morning from 8:00 to 8:30
Requirements
Permission slip, transportation and grades
Eligible Grades
8th Grade
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
no
Minimum/Maximum # Students
30
Sponsor This Club
Book Club
Students will read books outside of club and have a discussion during club.
Advisor
Natalie Salha
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A
Meeting Dates & Times
Thursdays 4-5
Requirements
Permission Slip
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
5
Connolly Care Club
Connolly's Care Club is a team of superheroes who spread kindness and positive vibes at school. The goal is create an environment for success. Examples include writing letters to staff, creating care posters around campus, and doing acts of kindness in the community. It's a club encouraging students to do amazing things for others and, in turn, they see a direct impact they are having on our campus.
Advisor
Greta Olsen
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Everyone welcome
Meeting Dates & Times
Every other Tuesday before school
Requirements
No permission slip unless needed
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
All are welcome
Connolly Chess Club
Connolly students of any grade and level can join to learn and play chess against others. Tournaments may be scheduled at a later date in the year.
Advisor
Cervantes
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
n/a
Meeting Dates & Times
Thursdays until 4:45
Requirements
Permission Slip
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
n/a
Minimum/Maximum # Students
n/a
Sponsor This Club
Crusaders Dance Crew
The Crusaders Dance Crew offers a supportive and creative environment for students to learn, grow, and shine.
Advisor
Jenna Mendez
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A
Meeting Dates & Times
Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:50 to 5:10 and Fridays from 2:00 to 3:00
Requirements
Endurance, range of motion, body awareness, balance and coordination
Eligible Grades
6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
4 to 12
Crusaders Running Club
The Crusaders Running Club focuses on becoming a better runner no matter your ability level. Students will learn the proper ways to stretch before a run, learn how to run and how to take care of their bodies.
Advisor
Suarez
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A
Meeting Dates & Times
Tuesday's 7:45a-8:30a
Requirements
No requirements. Note: physical is preferred not required
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
N/A
Culinary Club
student lead club where we will make recipes and participate in school events
Advisor
Jennifer Westfall
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
applications go out oct. 14th due by oct. 23rd, 10 sessions
Meeting Dates & Times
2nd quarter Tuesday and Thursday 7:15-8:15 and 4th quarter if appproved
Requirements
Application, teacher recomendations and permission slip, current or previous culinary arts student
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
none
Minimum/Maximum # Students
20
Sponsor This Club
Drama Club
Drama club is a space for students to play and create. The club meets once a week in the fall semester on Mondays. Drama club will focus on games, activities, and scene studies that help students get out of their shell while enhancing their reading and writing skills.
Advisor
Chelsea McCasland and Audrey Williams
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Friday August 15th, 2025
Meeting Dates & Times
Mondays afterschool: 3:50pm - 4:50pm (Semester 1 only)
Requirements
Permission Slip
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
No Maximum
Geeks Night Out
In this club students will explore different STEAM/STEM projects and be able to create an invention for the Showcase in December.
Advisor
Alexa Brazier & Rose Kern
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Give a week once we have flyers. (8/7)
Meeting Dates & Times
Monday & Wednesday @3:45
Requirements
Interest in Science or Electronics
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
None-Unless students want to buy a specific piece on their own.
Minimum/Maximum # Students
20-25
Girls Don't Cry
Girls Don’t Cry is a safe, supportive, and empowering space for middle school girls to build confidence, express themselves, connect with others, and develop emotional resilience through sisterhood and shared experiences.
Advisor
British Ward
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A at this time
Meeting Dates & Times
Wednesdays from 3:50- 4:45
Requirements
Application and permission slip
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
No
Cost to Participate
5-10 (for girls who can support club expenses)
Minimum/Maximum # Students
Minimum 10 / Maximum 15
Girls on the Run (Heart and Sole)
Heart & Sole is specifically designed for 6th–8th graders, addressing the social, emotional and physical needs of early adolescents. The curriculum centers on body, brain, heart, spirit, and social connection. Girls develop empathy, emotional awareness, goal-setting abilities, and decision‑making skills through research-based lessons paired with running or physical activity
Advisor
Deanna Celaya
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Girls register online
Meeting Dates & Times
Tuesdays/ Thursdays
Requirements
Must be attend 16 out of the 20 lessons, and have filled out online registration.
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
No
Cost to Participate
Cost varies based on Parent/Guardian's income.
Minimum/Maximum # Students
15-20 girls
Jazz Band
This club is a performance-oriented class for the middle school student who has more than one year of experience playing a band instrument. Jazz band instruments include alto saxophone, tenor saxophone, baritone saxophone, trumpet, trombone, percussion, piano, and bass guitar. Other instruments may be included upon discussion with the band director. This group will prepare for and perform at required concerts each semester, most of which will be held outside regular school hours. Special concert attire may be required. There may also be extra performances throughout the community in addition to school band concerts.
Advisor
Philip Lemar
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
8/11/25
Meeting Dates & Times
Daily M-F 7:30-8:20
Requirements
Outside of the school day required performances. Regular Attendance. Music be a current music student on campus
Eligible Grades
6th Grade, 7th Grade, 8th Grade, All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
None
Minimum/Maximum # Students
Maximum 30
Sponsor This Club
Musical Theatre Club
Students will audition and ger cast into a production that we will practice and perform. We will add the tech students into this as well
Advisor
Meka Sampler
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
January
Meeting Dates & Times
M-t
Requirements
Sing and Dance
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
$12 for a tshirt (if they can)
Minimum/Maximum # Students
Cast & Crew
NJHS
National Junior Honors Society is an organization that recognizes and celebrates middle school students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, leadership, service, character, and citizenship. It's a prestigious program designed to foster well-rounded individuals who actively contribute to their school and community.
Advisor
Ashley Baca
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
7th and 8th graders are automatically in as of september and 6th graders will apply in Jan based on their GPA of 3.5 or better.
Meeting Dates & Times
every other week from 8:10 to 8:25 once a week beginning September 9th and going through May.
Requirements
GPA - 3.5 for incoming 6th graders. They will be inducted in January
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
10.00 - 6th graders dont pay but 7th and 8th graders pay
Minimum/Maximum # Students
none
Orchestra
Students can come to orchestra club to practice their primary instruments and try out different instruments.
Advisor
Emily Caballero Green
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A
Meeting Dates & Times
Mondays after school until 4:45
Requirements
None needed
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
40
PBIS Club
PBIS Club- Fulfil for PBIS Store and ideas for store
Advisor
Pavone
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A
Meeting Dates & Times
TBD
Requirements
N/A
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
N/A
Minimum/Maximum # Students
N/A
Sponsor This Club
Pacific Islanders Club
We will teach, learn about and celebrate Pacific Islander culture. Also, we will will represent at school events.
Advisor
Joseph Bergs
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
N/A
Meeting Dates & Times
Bi-monthly friday mornings
Requirements
Be interested in Pacific Islander culture and be respectful of others
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
N/A
Minimum/Maximum # Students
N/A
S.A.V.E. Club
Student against violence everywhere (SAVE) club mission is to promote kindness and inclusion on campus through monthly activities led by students.
Advisor
Danielle Agtina
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
None
Meeting Dates & Times
Every other Tuesday(8:10-8:35am)
Requirements
None
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
Maximum 20
Speech & Debate Club
Speech & Debate will be coached by McClintock High School student volunteers. Participate in speech to develop public speaking, writing, acting, and organizational skills as well as gain more confidence. Participate in debate to learn the basics on how to research, construct, and respond to arguments, develop confidence and public speaking skills, and become more aware about the world as a whole.
Advisor
Lisa Jones
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
8/22/25
Meeting Dates & Times
Wednesdays 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10 - 3:45 - 5:00 pm
Requirements
Signed permission slip. Parent transportation promptly at 5pm. Student must agree to the code of conduct on the application.
Eligible Grades
7th Grade, 8th Grade
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
none
Minimum/Maximum # Students
Maximum 20
Sponsor This Club
Student Council
To represent the student body in all matters pertaining to the betterment of the school and middle school experience. To foster communication among students, administrators, staff, and the community. To promote, organize and execute activities that encourage student pride and school spirit.
Advisor
Yara Bermudez/Rebecca Miller
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Will be given during orientation on Aug 4th. The students will have a week.
Meeting Dates & Times
Modays after school (3:45pm-4:30pm
Requirements
The form has: Parent Consent Form, Teacher Recommendation Letter, Signature Page, and an Essay entry
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
N/A
Minimum/Maximum # Students
Minimum 9
Student First/Sports Club
First Students will have a check in with their assignments and if no missing assignments they can start on their training. The goal is to minimize missing assignments to be able to play and train in Sports club.
Advisor
Mr. Murillo
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
Who ever wants to come into the gym.
Meeting Dates & Times
Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Special weeks Monday and Wednesdays)
Requirements
Has to fill the Application out and then open to the students if they want.
Eligible Grades
6th Grade, 7th Grade
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
no cost
Minimum/Maximum # Students
20
Tolliver's Lunch Club
This is a club for students who are looking to catch up on assignments or enhance their study skills, the club offers guidance and support from myself and peer tutors. This is also an alternative option for those who can’t stay after school for homework.
Advisor
Veronica Tolliver
Advisor Contact Info
Registration/ Application Due
n/a
Meeting Dates & Times
T/TH 8th grade lunch
Requirements
n/a
Eligible Grades
8th Grade
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
n/a
Yearbook
Help capture the memories of the school year! In Yearbook Club, students take photos, write captions, and design pages to create our school’s yearbook. It’s a fun, creative way to tell our school’s story and work as a team.
Advisor
Manheim and Sims
Advisor Contact Info
via Parent Square app
Registration/ Application Due
August 29
Meeting Dates & Times
Tuesday Mornings- 8:10-8:30, starting August 29
Requirements
Permission Slip
Eligible Grades
All Grades
Co-Ed
Yes
Cost to Participate
No
Minimum/Maximum # Students
None