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Extramural Activities
Opportunities Available to the Student BodyNew in the fall of 2009:
Future Problem Solvers (Diplomacy Club), Spartans for Service, Book Club, Student writers for Spartan 300, and a possible Dance Team.
Part of a well-rounded education includes non-academic opportunities for social and physical growth. All students at Summit Hill are encouraged to become involved in the co-curricular activities afforded to them in the areas of interscholastic athletics, instrumental/vocal music, student government, and the various subject centered clubs. To participate in an activity, one must be in attendance for a minimum of two-and-one-half hours on the day of the event or activity. (Students may not participate while they are suspended).
All students must have an updated physical in order to try-out and/or join a sport. This also includes intramurals: bowling, golf, basketball and volleyball. A student will be denied participation or a try-out without a valid physical on file.
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2009-2010 Spartan Sports Tryout Dates-IN ORDER TO TRYOUT/PARTICIPATE IN ANY ATHLETIC ACTIVITY YOU MUST HAVE A VALID, UP TO DATE, PHYSICAL TURNED IN TO THE ATHLETIC DIRECTOR.
- ALL TRYOUTS ARE BASED ON THE ENTERING GRADE FOR THE 2009-2010 SCHOOL YEAR.
7/27 - 7/31: 7th/8th Grade Softball Clinic 9:00AM - 11:00AM SHJH
8/3: 7th/8th Grade Softball Tryouts 8:00AM - 10:00AM SHJH
8/3: 7th/8th Grade Baseball Tryouts 8:00AM - 12:00PM SHJH
8/3: 5th/6th Grade Cross-Country Tryouts 7:30AM - 9:30AM SHJH
8/3: 7th/8th Grade Cross-Country Tryouts 7:30AM - 9:30AM SHJH
8/17: 7th/8th Grade Boys Volleyball Tryouts 3:30PM - 5:30PM SHJH
8/31: 7th/8th Grade Girls' Basketball Tryouts 2:30PM - 4:45PM SHJH
8/31: 5th/6th Grade Girls'Basketball Tryouts 3:00PM - TBA Walker
9/29 & 30 7th/8th Grade Cheerleading Tryouts 2:30 - 4:45 SHJH
Parent Meeting held on 9/24 @ 6PM @ SHJH
10/19: 7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball Tryouts 2:30PM - 4:45PM SHJH
10/19: 5th/6th Grade Boys Basketball Tryouts 3:00PM - TBA Walker
12/7: 7th/8th Grade Girls' Volleyball Tryouts 2:30PM - 4:45PM SHJH
3/2: 5th/6th Grade Track and Field Tryouts 3:00PM - TBA Walker
3/2: 7th/8th Grade Track and Field Tryouts 2:30PM - 4:45PM SHJH
Intramural golf and bowling are open to all students. Please listen to announcements. These two activities begin shortly after school begins in the fall. Both sports require a sports physical.
Intramural basketball and volleyball begin in March and run through May. Please listen to announcements. These two activities are open to all students who are not involved in the track program. These two activities also require a sports physical.
Should you have any questions regarding our athletic program please contact our athletic director.
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NJHS Introduction LetterSummer of 2009
Dear Parents/Guardians of Seventh Grade Students:
As we begin the 2009-2010 school year, it is time to review the requirements for induction in to the National Junior Honor Society (NJHS). Membership in the NJHS is the highest honor given to a junior high student and carries with it a distinction recognized nation-wide. This organization seeks to create enthusiasm for superior scholarship, develop citizenship, promote leadership and instill exemplary qualities of character. Our top ten percent of our seventh grade students are eligible for membership. Membership in the organization not only recognizes students for their accomplishments academically, but also challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service.
Students in the seventh grade may work towards induction into the NJHS by fulfilling the following requirements:
A 3.75 grade point cumulative average must be earned. This is calculated through our district data system and officially appears on the transcript. The calculations will be done for all seventh graders immediately following the third quarter marking period in March of 2010. If a student has achieved a 3.75 or higher for the three quarters at Summit Hill Junior High School, has maintained a clean discipline file, and has joined 3 or more actitivities, he or she will receive an invitation to join the NJHS. Furthermore, these students are expected to be outstanding in the area of scholarship, service, character, leadership and citizenship throughout seventh grade. All five areas are of equal importance in determining membership.
Students must exemplify good citizenship and character. A review of student records will be done before consideration in the NJHS. Students with discipline referrals will not have the opportunity to join.
Upon invitation to join, students must complete an application requiring a brief essay and required signatures.
The student must be an active participant in at least 3 extra curricular activities. One may be recent outside participation. Please see the guidance counselor or NJHS advisor if additional activities are needed to meet this requirement.
The faculty council of the NJHS will review the application for admittance.
Those seventh grade students who earn membership will be inducted in a ceremony to be held in April of 2010.
Once students have earned the distinction, they will be required to obtain service hours both in the school setting as well as in the community. Students are also required to attend meetings and participate in the group project.
In closing, for students to maintain membership after induction, new members will be expected to maintain qualification standards (academic, disciplinary, activity participation), complete 30 service hours and participate in the group service project. Details will be shared with these students as they enter eighth grade.
It is indeed an honor and privilege to be recognized as a National Junior Honor Society member at the graduation ceremony. Please encourage your child to strive toward this goal.
Sincerely,
Beth R. Lind
Principal
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Art ClubAll students are welcome to join Art Club. All ability levels are welcome. Art Club provides extra opportunities to engage in art activities that are not part of the regular art curriculum. We will meet once a week starting second semester. Students will take the early run activity bus home. There is a $25 activity fee.
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BandAny student who has prior experience playing a band instrument may audition for one of our school bands. Ensembles offered are Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Marching Band and Color Guard, Jazz Band and Percussion Ensemble.
Note: Band is a tuition- based activity that begins in August and performs through graduation.
Mrs. Kim Coughlin
Mrs. Katie Goddard
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BaseballBoy's Baseball is for 7th and 8th graders only. Tryouts and practices begin before the start of the school year. Practices begin the day after tryouts end. If an athlete makes the team, they must be present for practices/games Monday thru Saturday. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a uniform deposit.
Coaches: Fred Pufahl
Steven Evenhouse
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BasketballBoy’s and Girl's Basketball is for 7th and 8th graders only. Practices begin the day after tryouts end. If an athlete makes the team they must be present for practices / games Monday thru Friday. Students will practice until the 4:45 late athletic run. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a $75 uniform deposit.
Girls' Basketball:
Jodi Canter
Jack Howard
Boys' Basketball
Ryan Hagen
Fred Pufahl
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CheerleadingThe cheerleading squad consists of 15 seventh grade girls and 13 eighth grade girls. The girls will perform at all boys’ home basketball games. This is the first year that the squad will be competing. The two squads have been combined for the competition season. The cheerleaders will also host a cheerleading clinic for the participating K-4 Summit Hill School District students. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a uniform deposit.
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Chess ClubThis is a co-ed club. Chess club will meet (dates TBD). Students of all skill levels are invited. Students play and learn against each other. There will be a tournament to conclude the season. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsor: Ryan Hagen
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ChoirAny student can audition to be a member of the Choir. The Choir performs at the fall, winter, and spring concerts. Choir will meet on Wednesdays and Thursdays after school in room 123. This is open enrollment. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsor: Jane Niesen
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Cross CountryBoy's and Girl are Cross Country- 5th through 8th grade. Tryouts and practices begin before the start of the school year. There are no cuts for Cross Country, but athletes need to be at practice/meets Monday thru Saturday. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a uniform deposit.
Coaches: Pat Sullivan
Scott Smalter
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Drama ClubThe drama club develops a school play for the learning community. Students who participate in drama will take part in all aspects of dramatics, from performance on the stage, to set building, to technical support. The drama club stages one production per school year. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsors: Rachael McSpaden
Stacey Marinucci
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Future Problem Sovers- Diplomacy ClubOur Diplomacy Club meets after school. There is a $25 activity fee. This is open to all students.
Sponsor: Steven Evenhouse
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Intramural BasketballThis extra-mural activity is co-ed. Everyone is welcome. A physical must be on file to participate. There is a $25 activity fee. This activity meets in the spring.
Sponsors: Fred Pufahl
Tom Chruscial
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Intramural BowlingOpen to all students of all ability levels. It consists of nine weeks of bowling at Tinley Park Bowling Alley. The students are transported there by a bus and brought back to school at 4:45. Parents cannot pick their child up at the bowling alley. Students have to pay a $25 activity fee, plus $6 a week for bowling which includes two games and shoes. This is not competitive bowling, so if you like to have fun, this is the club for you! A current physical must be on file.
Sponsor: Sharon Heiden
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Intramural GolfCome one, come all. This activity is coed for students will all ability levels. Golfers learn the basics of the golf swing as well as golf course etiquette. The first three weeks are on the driving range and putting green. All students compete on the golf course the last three weeks. There is a $25 activity fee and green fees. A current physical must be on file. This is a fall activity.
Sponsor:
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Intramural VolleyballThis extra-mural activity is co-ed. All ability levels are welcome. A physical must be on file to participate. There is a $25 activity fee. This is a late spring activity.
Sponsors: Kim Capretz
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Math ClubThe math team is comprised of 7th and 8th grade students, both boys and girls, who are interested in competing in math competitions. This is open to all students to participate, but it is usually comprised of students who have a strong background in Math. Practices are held from December to April. There is one main competition held in April through the Lincoln-Way High Schools. The students also compete in two other competitions, the IML and ICTM middle school competitions. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsors: Rita Bottomley
Cheryl Christensen
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National Junior Honor SocietyA faculty committee for membership in the National Junior Honor Society selects eligible students. Membership is based on scholarship, leadership, citizenship, service, and character. Membership is open to both seventh and eighth grade students who qualify. Students must join a minimum of 3 Summit Hill Junior High Activities through each year, have a clean discipline file and maintain a 3.75 GPA. Students must attend mandatory meetings.
Sponsor: Koren Lane
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Newspaper - Spartan 300 Open to all seventh and eighth grade students. Do you enjoy reporting the news? Do you have a talent for writing? Are you a little bit familiar with desktop publishing? Do you know how to take and download digital photos? Well if you have the slightest interest, the Spartan 300 school newspaper needs a group of talented students to produce a quarterly newspaper for our awesome school. Our Spartan 300 is looking for students to join Newspaper Club. Listen to announcements for club meetings and cancellations. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsor: Joanna Maas
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Scholastic BowlScholastic Bowl is a competition very similar to a "Team Jeopardy." Talented students participate in a quiz competition including questions of math, science, history, literature, sports, geography, economics and current events. Students must not be afraid to be wrong! There is a $25 activity fee.
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SoftballGirl's Softball is for 7th and 8th graders only. Tryouts and practices begin before the start of the school year. Practices begin the day after tryouts end. If an athlete makes the team, they must be present for practices/games Monday thru Saturday. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a uniform deposit.
Coaches: Cheryl Michals
Roxanne Rodgers
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Go Green - Spartan Science Club The purpose of this club is to enhance students understanding of the diverse fields of science and how all disciplines work together to better understand and explain our world. This is a hands-on club. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsor: Sandy Schlesselman
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Spartans For ServiceSpartans for Service is a club to help students develop leadership qualities through experiences in community service. Students have the chance to make a personal contribution to their school, community, and peers. The goal of the club is to build a better world for students and others. Some previous activities include making bracelets to support cancer, Family Movie Night, making fleece blankets for students with autism, a visit to Shriners CHildren's Hospital volunteering for various elementary school activities, and supporting teacher appreciation week. Spartans for Service Club meets during the lunch hours. Members also sign up for various service activities throughout the school year. Our school guidance counselor oversees the group.
Sponsor: Joanne Madonia
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Spartan Spirit Squad - Pep BandThis is a pep band open to both 7th and 8th grade students. Students who participate will attend all of the indoor sporting events held at Summit Hill Junior High mainly basketball games. Students have the opportunity to cheer the Spartans on to victory while they play fight songs and various other pieces to support our Spartans.
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Speech ClubStudents have the opportunity to participate in Speech and/or Drama club activities throughout the year. Speech team begins in September with preparations for interschool competition. Students who are interested in learning about public speaking are encouraged to join the club when the first organizational meetings are announced. There is a $25 activity fee.
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Student CouncilMembers are involved in many service activities throughout the school year. Student Council members sell tickets for special events such as fun nights and dances. Members help parents find classrooms during open house and parent/teacher conference days. They also serve as honor guards at graduation. Student Council helps develop leadership skills.
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TrackBoy's and Girl's Track - 5th through 8th grades. There are no cuts for Track, but athletes need to be at practice/meets Monday thru Saturday. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a uniform deposit.
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Video ClubThe Summit Hill Video Club will give participants the opportunity to showcase their video production skills as well as give the community an inside look at the life of a Summit Hill student. In addition to creating documentaries, participants will try their hand at music video production! There is a $25 activity fee.
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VolleyballBoy's and Girl’s Volleyball is for 7th and 8th graders only. Tryouts and practices for the Boy’s begin before the start of the school year. Practices begin the day after tryouts end. If an athlete makes the team, they must be present for practices Monday thru Friday. A sports physical must by on file to try-out. Students pay a $25 activity fee and must turn in a uniform deposit.
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Writers Workshop The Writers Workshop focus is on creative writing. Students write stories, poems, and also do a little photo journalism. Students also express themselves artistically in illustrating their writing. The club meets every other Wednesday after school, and is open to all students. There is a $25 activity fee.
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Yearbook StaffA yearbook is published every year at Summit Hill Junior High. A staff of students is selected at the beginning of each year to take pictures, design pages, and write text for the yearbook. The students learn to collaborate and focus on a long-term project of value to the school community. There is a $25 activity fee.
Sponsor: Kim Hauser
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