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Extramural Activities
Opportunities Available to the Student BodyPart 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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2008-2009 Spartan Sports Tryout DatesGirls' Softball Clinic...........July 28-Aug 1, 9:00-11:00
Girls' Softball Tryouts..........Aug. 4, 9:00-11:00
Boys'Baseball Tryouts............Aug. 4, 8:00-noon
Girls' & Boys' Cross Country.....Aug. 4, 7:30-8:30
Boys' Volleyball.................Aug. 18, 3:30-5:30
Girls' Basketball................Sept. 2, after school
Cheer Camp.......................Sept. '08, after school
Cheer Tryouts....................Late Sept., after school
Boys' Basketball.................Oct 20, after school
Girls' Volleyball................Dec. 8, after school
Girls' & Boys' Track.............March 3, 2009, after school
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.
*In order to tryout and/or participate in ANY team, a valid (within one year) physical must be on file with the SHJH Athletic Director.
Should you have any questions regarding our athletic program please contact Ryan McGuckin.
Go green, go white, go - go- SPARTANS!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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 on Mondays starting on January 14th. Students of all skill levels are invited. Students play and learn against each other. There will be a tournament to conclude the season in April. There is a $25 activity fee.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Intramural BowlingBowling is a new club offered this year. 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!
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Intramural GolfCome one, come all. This new 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.
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Intramural VolleyballThis extra-mural activity is co-ed. Everyone is welcome. A physical must be on file to participate. There is a $25 activity fee.
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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 Lincolnway High Schools. The students also compete in two other competitions, the IML and ICTM middle school competitions
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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.
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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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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. 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.
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Spartan Spirit SquadThis is a co-ed club 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. Students have the opportunity to cheer the Spartans on to victory. There is a $25 activity fee.
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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.
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