EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Join us for an exciting adventure in the Animal Explorers Club, where young animal enthusiasts will dive into the fascinating world of wildlife! Each week, students will explore a different group of animals-from mammals and birds to reptiles, amphibians, insects, and more. We'll learn all about their habitats, diets, behaviors, and unique characteristics through fun activities, discussions, and hands-on projects. 

Throughout the year, club members will build their knowledge and creativity as they prepare for a special end-of-year presentation to share their favorite discoveries with family and friends. 

Club Moderator: Ms. Clarke 

Club Meets: Every Tuesday 

Grades: 2-5 

 Join us for Art Club, where creativity comes to life! Open to students in grades 4 through 8, this club is all about exploring your imagination while trying out a variety of artistic styles and materials. From painting and drawing to sculpture, printmaking, and mixed media, we'll experiment with different techniques to refine our skills, discover new talents, and create unique works of art. Whether you're a seasoned artist or just love to create, Art Club is the perfect space to express yourself, learn something new, and have fun doing it! 

Club Moderator: Ms. Yanik 

Club Meets: Every Monday 

Grades: 4-8 

Explore our vibrant Bead Club, where students engage in creative expression by crafting bracelets, necklaces, and more using colorful beads. It's a fun and artistic opportunity for students to develop fine motor skills while unleashing their imagination.

Club Moderators: Ms. Manzella & Mrs. Williams

Club Meets: Every Wednesday

Grades: PreK 3 to 3

More information coming soon!

Do you love superheroes, funny characters, or creating your own stories? Join the Comic Book Making Club and bring your imagination to life! In this club, you'll learn how to create your own comic books from start to finish — including writing stories, drawing characters, designing panels, and even adding speech bubbles. Whether you're a writer, an artist, or just full of cool ideas, this is the place for you. No drawing experience needed — just bring your creativity and a love for comics! Let’s make stories that pop off the page! 

Club Moderator: Mrs. De La Barrera

Club Meets: Every Tuesday

Grades: 3 to 5

Spark your child's creativity in our Crafts Club, where students engage in a variety of hands-on activities and artistic projects. This club fosters imagination, fine motor skills, and a love for crafting in a fun and collaborative setting.

Club Moderator: Mrs. De La Barrera

Club Meets: Every Tuesday

Grades: K to 2

The Photography Club is open to students in grades 4-8 who are interested in learning the fundamentals of photography. Through hands-on activities, students will explore basic photography skills and techniques while building a personal portfolio of their work. Middle school students will also have the opportunity to take photos at school events, with their images potentially featured on RPA's social media pages and in the school yearbook. This club encourages creativity, attention to detail, and school spirit as students document life at RPA through their lenses.

Club Moderator: Mrs. Bussman

Club Meets: Every Tuesday

Grades: 4-8

We will learn basic Italian words and phrases, as well as immerse ourselves in the rich culture of Italy. Language topics include greetings, colors, days and months, and vocabulary. Cultural topics include food, art, cities, music, Italian literature, Italian holidays, and celebrations.

Club Moderator: Ms. Di Palma

Club Meets: Every Monday

Grades: 1-3

Explore the creativity of our LEGO Club, where students engineer imaginative creations and solve challenges using LEGOs. Joining the LEGO Club fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a love for hands-on learning in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

Students will bring their own kits to complete, or generic LEGO pieces will be available to all!

Club Moderator: Mrs. Mongalo

Club Meets: Every Wednesday

Grades: 1 to 5

Discover the joy of creating delicious treats in our No Bake Club, where students learn to make a variety of snacks without using an oven. It's a fun and interactive way for students to develop culinary skills, teamwork, and creativity in a safe environment.

Club Moderators: Ms. Manzella

Club Meets: Every Monday

Grades: PreK3 to 1

Scrapbooking Club promotes creativity, engagement, and preserves beautiful memories.

Club Moderator: Mrs. Mongalo

Club Meets: Every Thursday

Grades: 2-8

Do you have what it takes to be an aerospace engineer or astronaut?  Learn the skills you need to make a rocket fly, send a crew into space, land safely on Mars, solve problems, and achieve your mission objectives.  Test your critical thinking and teamwork abilities, train just like an astronaut, complete a NASA-designed mock mission, and earn your wings.

Club Moderator: Ms. Van Curen

Club Meets: Every Wednesday

Grades: 1-5

Discover our engaging Spanish Club where students are introduced to the language through interactive activities aimed at fostering conversational skills. It's a dynamic opportunity for students to immerse themselves in Spanish culture while developing fluency in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Club Moderator: Mrs. De La Barrera

Club Meets: Every Thursday

Grades: K to 2

More information coming soon!

More information coming soon!

Immerse your child in our Arts, Crafts & Scrapbooking, where creativity flourishes through various artistic projects and personalized scrapbooking activities. This club provides a joyful and collaborative environment for students to express themselves and create cherished keepsakes.

Club Moderator: Mrs. Mongalo

Club Meets: Every Monday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: 3 to 8 

Cost: $200 for Fall Semester (includes a $50 allowance for supplies)

Basketball skill building weekly on Fridays with Coach Temez in the gym! All students grades 1 to 4 welcome, no experience required.

Club Coach: Coach Temez

Club Meets: Every Friday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: 1 to 4 

Cost: $150 for Fall Semester

Explore our vibrant Bead Club where students engage in creative expression by crafting bracelets, necklaces, and more using colorful beads. It's a fun and artistic opportunity for students to develop fine motor skills while unleashing their imagination.

Club Moderators: Ms. Manzella & Mrs. Williams

Club Meets: Every Monday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: PK3 to 3 

Cost: $150 per semester

Students who participate in our Chess, Cards, and Board Games Club can develop strategic thinking and problem-solving skills through engaging and friendly competitions. This club offers a fun and social environment for students to bond over classic games and enhance their critical thinking abilities

Club Moderator: Miss Rice

Club Meets: Every Tuesday from 3:45-4:30 (Fall Only)

Grades: 3 to 5 

Cost: $150 per semester

Spark your child's creativity in our Crafts, Projects & More Club, where students engage in a variety of hands-on activities and artistic projects. This club fosters imagination, fine motor skills, and a love for crafting in a fun and collaborative setting.

Club Moderators: Mrs. De La Barrera (Fall) & Ms. Weck (Spring)

Club Meets: Every Wednesday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: K to 2

Cost: $150 per semester

Fitness club meets weekly on Fridays with Coach McCormick in the gym! All students grades 5 to 8 welcome, no experience required.

Club Coach: Coach McCormick

Club Meets: Every Friday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: 5 to 8

Cost: $150 per semester

Homework club meets Monday to Thursday with Ms. Greene in her classroom! This club is offered as part of our Aftercare Program, and is charged at the aftercare rate. No registration required!

Club Moderator: Ms. Greene

Club Meets: Monday to Thursday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: All Grades

Cost: Part of Our Aftercare Program

Join our enriching Italian Club where students explore the beauty of Italian language, vocabulary, and culture. Through interactive activities and lessons, students develop an appreciation for Italian traditions and language skills in a vibrant, supportive setting.

Club Moderator: Ms. Di Palma

Club Meets: Every Monday (Fall Only), 3:45-4:30

Grades: 1 to 3 

Cost: $150 per semester

Explore the creativity of our LEGO Club, where students engineer imaginative creations and solve challenges using LEGOs. Joining the LEGO Club fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a love for hands-on learning in a fun and supportive atmosphere.

Club Moderator: Mrs. Mongalo

Club Meets: Every Thursday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: 1 to 8 

LEGO KITS PROVIDED:

Cost: $400 per semester (includes $250 allowance for LEGO kits)

BRING-YOUR-OWN LEGO KITS :

Cost: $150 per semester

Discover the joy of creating delicious treats in our No Bake Club, where students learn to make a variety of snacks without using an oven. It's a fun and interactive way for students to develop culinary skills, teamwork, and creativity in a safe environment.

Club Moderators: Mrs. Morelli & Ms. Manzella

Club Meets: Every Thursday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: PK3 to 1

Cost: $150 per semester

Experience the excitement of our Pep Squad, where students learn how to showcase their spirit and athleticism through cheerleading routines and performances. Joining the Pep Squad is a fantastic way for students to build teamwork, confidence, and school pride in a supportive and spirited environment.

Coaches: Mrs. Terzak (Head Coach), Mrs. Crichigno (Assistant Coach Grades 1-4), & Ms. Schultz (Assistant Coach Grades 5-8)

Practice: Every Monday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: 1 to 8 (split into two teams: 1-4 and 5-8)

Cost: $200 per semester (includes a $50 allowance for gear)

Discover our engaging Spanish Club where students are introduced to the language through interactive activities aimed at fostering conversational skills. It's a dynamic opportunity for students to immerse themselves in Spanish culture while developing fluency in a supportive and encouraging environment.

Club Moderator: Mrs. De La Barrera

Club Meets: Every Tuesday from 3:45-4:30

Grades: K to 2

Cost: $150 per semester

Experience the thrill of intellectual competition where students engage in academic challenges covering subjects from history and literature to science and popular culture. Modeled after Jeopardy, teams compete using buzzers to test their knowledge and teamwork skills. Please note that Scholar Bowl meets before school.

Club Moderators: Ms. Gorda & Mrs. Rinaldini

Club Meets: Before school (invitation only)

Grades: 6 to 8

Join our Yearbook Club and capture memories that last a lifetime! Students collaborate to design and produce our annual yearbook, gaining valuable skills in photography, layout design, and storytelling.

Club Moderator: Mrs. Bucknell

Club Meets: During recess

Grades: 6 to 8