Clubs and Extra Help Guide

The EMS Debate Club is an after school activity for students who want to become competitive debaters.  We will research a question, debate both sides of it, learn the forms of argument, and compete in tournaments.  All students are welcome. No experience necessary! Sponsored by Mr. Johnson. (Fridays after school, beginning September 23^rd 3:00-4:00 PM) - Room 106

Eastmen is a select, auditioned chorus made up of boys in grades 6 through 8.  They will sing in three evening concerts, attend a concert tour in December and attend a music festival in May.  Members must sing in their grade-level chorus.  Sponsored by Mr. Tracey.  (Every pattern 1 day from 7:10 - 7:50am in the auditorium.). 

Everyone has heard how important it is to reduce our environmental footprint and to go “GREEN”.  The recycling club is a service club designed to improve our environmental impact here at EMS.  We meet to participate in fun “GREEN” activities and to provide a service to our EMS community!  Sponsored by Ms. Bartlett (Meeting at 2:50-4:00 PM twice a month from November-May, alternating Tuesdays beginning November 9th) - Room 101

Jazz Band is an auditioned, select, extra-curricular ensemble for students in grades 6, 7 and 8.  Instruments that are able to audition are trumpet, trombone, baritone, saxophone, flute, piano, drumset, guitar, mallet percussion and bass. Sponsored by Ms. Brion.  (Thursdays 7:15-8:00 AM) – Room 3

The Math Club is open to students interested in math.  Students will work on activities to practice their math skills in order to compete in the AMC and Mathcounts competitions.  Sponsored by Mr. Lodato (Tuesdays 3:00-4:00 PM) - Room 109.

This club is designed to welcome new students to the EMS community. Its focus is on meeting new friends and adjusting to life at Eastern. Sponsored by Ms. Harriman, Ms. Kelly and Ms. Roy. (As needed during AB and after school - 2:50-4:00 PM, listen to the announcements) - Media Center

The Student Council Association (SCA) chooses students from 7^th and 8^th grade level who want to be leaders in their school and their community.  The SCA is in charge of fundraising for donations to local groups on behalf of the school as well as organizing activities and volunteer opportunities.  Sponsored by Ms. Cole and Ms. Wax. (Wednesdays at 7:40 AM) – Room 206

String Ensemble is an auditioned extracurricular ensemble for high achieving orchestra students in grades 6, 7, and 8 who demonstrate good playing position, left and right-hand technique, and facility on their instrument.  This is an exciting opportunity for students to collaborate with other highly motivated string students in the orchestra program at Eastern Middle School.  Sponsored by Ms. Jeraci. (Mondays after school 2:50-3:45PM) - Room 1

A club to spread awareness, be an ally and become an advocate for the LGBTQ community.  Meeting are held on a weekly basis Sponsored by Ms. Friedman. (Thursdays at 2:45-3:45 PM) - Room 110A

Treble Choir is a select, auditioned chorus, for girls in grades 6-8. They will sing in three evening concerts this year, as well as go on a concert tour in December and attend a music festival in May. Members must sing in their grade-level chorus. Sponsored by Mr. Wasko. (Every Pattern 1 day 7:20-7:50 AM) - Room 3 

Yearbook is open to any student who is interested in creating, designing and contributing to the Eastern Middle School yearbook.  Artists, photographers, writers, and students who enjoy graphic design are welcome. Any students with ideas or who want to volunteer to photograph should email Ms. Badillo at easternmsyearbook@gmail.com. Meeting times will vary.  Look for announcements. Sponsored by Ms. Badillo -Room 112