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3D Printing Club

with Mr. Adam Chiles

6th – 12th grades for 3D Printing Club

To create a community of students interested in or doing 3D printing.

To have students share projects.

To have students support one-another.

To experience how 3D Printing can enhance thinking process.

Art Club

ALL Grades

Join us as we learn more about art, share our own art, and take virtual in in-person field trips to art museums!

Host: Ms. Fleming

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

 

Cooking Club

with Ms. Viveros and Ms. Weitz

TK-8 grade

Students will choose a dish that they want to cook/bake. With the support of a trusted adult, students will video tape themselves making the dish-creating their own tutorial. Students will then edit and  turn in the video along with the recipe (it could be on a google doc or a slide show) and share with other students. This is a place to grow and develop a love for cooking together.

The Filmmakers Fellowship

8TH-12TH GRADE

The Filmmakers Fellowship is a dedicated group of students who are passionate about the art of filmmaking. The club is a sphere of support for members to get advice on filmmaking and exchange new ideas with one another.

Host: Mr. Hasper

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

 

The Master Builders Club

4th-8th Grade

Every Other Thursday from 12-12:30 pm (starting November 7th)

Synopsis: The Master Builders Club offers students the chance to explore their creativity and apply STEAM principles through LEGO building. Each session begins with a 10-15 minute free-build period, where members can design and construct whatever they imagine. Afterward, students will have the opportunity to share their creations with the group, practicing communication skills and gaining inspiration from one another. This club fosters collaboration, problem-solving, and creativity, while also providing a space for like-minded creators to connect and innovate. By combining fun with STEAM learning, the Master Builders Club supports both individual expression and skill development.

Petal Pages

Grades 6-8

Welcome to my Scrapbooking and Journaling Club! This club is a creative and friendly space where students can come together to preserve their cherished memories in beautiful, personalized scrapbooks, or produce imaginative pages to scribe their thoughts on. Whether you want to document your travels, celebrate family milestones, or simply enjoy a creative hobby, the Petal Pages Club is the perfect place to do it. Join us to turn your photos and memories into treasured keepsakes.

Host: Brynika Jackons | [email protected]

Time and Date: Biweekly, Wednesdays at 1pm

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

National Honor Society

GRADES 10-12  (by Invite & Induction Only)

National Honors Society for high school students is for students who have maintained a 3.0 GPA. It is open for grades 10-12. The idea behind being a part of NHS is that students have modeled excellent leadership, service, and scholarship.

Club Advisor: Ms. Yazdani | [email protected]

Club Dates: Every 3rd Wednesday of the Month

 

 

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)

6-8 GRADE

National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is for students in grades 6-8 that value and exhibit traits, such as service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

Host: Ms. Ramirez

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

 

Podcast

Grade 6-12

Be a part of our student lead podcast team. Mr. Smith guides this student lead podcast teaching students interviewing techniques, audio fundamentals, live video framing, and promotion of the podcast.

Host: Mr. Smith

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Meetings are Wednesdays at 3pm, which alternate between meetings and episode recordings.

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Elite Records: Music Production Club

Grades 6-12

Be a part of history as we launch our school record label in its inaugural year! Learn about distributing music as you release original songs written and created by Elite students on major streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music. Participate in recording sessions and go behind the scenes in Mr. Derik’s Virtual Recording Studio, collaborating to bring tracks to life. This hands-on experience will immerse you in the world of music production and how to record and release your own music.

Host: Mr. Nelson

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Elite Math Union Club

Grades 6-12

The Math Club is a group where students with a love for math can come together and express their enjoyment of math in a supporting environment.

Hosts: Mr. Bunn & Mrs. Moore

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Empowered Minds

Grades 6-8

This is a 6-8 week counseling group that will focus on self-confidence, motivation, and stress management for middle school students. This co-ed group is an opportunity for students to learn new skills to manage stress, increase their self-worth, and improve regulatory skills focused on supporting the student’s personal, social, and academic success.

Host: Ms.Lammers

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

STEM for Girls

Grades 5-12

STEM Club for Girls, a vibrant and supportive community dedicated to inspiring young women to explore the fascinating worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). Our club is a place where curiosity meets creativity, and where girls are empowered to dream big, experiment boldly, and achieve their full potential.

Host: Ms. Bobczynski

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

K-Club

GRADES 6-12 

Student Lead: Antonella Cavazos A space for all people who love or want to learn more about k-pop and k-dramas. We will listen to music, watch dramas, discuss, scrapbook, play games, and more as we dive into the world of Korean entertainment.

Host: Mrs. Kim

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

ESports

GRADES: 6-12

Join Elite’s Esports club, where casual gamers can connect and have fun at our lively social meetings and those seeking a thrilling challenge can join Elite’s championship caliber competitive teams! If you are looking to make new friends through gaming or to compete against other schools in the upcoming Fall season I encourage you to join!

Hosts: Mr. Keeley

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Quest Crew

ALL GRADES

The Quest Crew is an Elite enrichment program centered on introducing a life outdoors to our students and families. New to nature? Tenderfoot or seasoned trekker, all are welcome to join on Quest Crew outings. The natural world is a giant classroom full of endless opportunities to learn something new. Let’s get outside, Eagles!

Host: Mr. Olson

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Songwriting Club

ALL GRADES

Join Elite’s Songwriting Club! Learn songwriting tips & tricks, write your own unique songs, and collaborate with other student musicians. This is a positive, supportive, and uplifting place to share new music, get inspired, and build confidence. Participate in performances and special events, guided by an award-winning pro musician (Mr. Derik)!

Host: Mr. Nelson

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Anime/Comic Book Club

ALL GRADES

If you enjoy watching and talking about anime with your peers this is the club for you. We also create our very own anime storylines and explore the creativity of the world of anime.

Host: Mr. Thomas

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Elite Athletes Club

Grades Tk-12

The purpose of Elite Athletics Club is to foster a culture of excellence and personal growth, providing students with opportunities to develop their physical and mental abilities, build lifelong skills, and become well-rounded individuals who excel both on and off the field. This club aims to empower studentathletes to reach their full potential, cultivate a sense of community and teamwork, and develop a lifelong passion for fitness and athletic competition.

Host: Mrs. McCormick

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Pen Pal Club

Grades 3-8th

Our club is designed for students in grades 3 through 8 who love to explore the world through letters. Whether you’re interested in sharing stories from your hometown, learning about different cultures, or simply making a new friend from another part of the country (or the world!), this club is for you.

Hosts: Ms. Alder (Claar) & Mrs. Hernandez

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

579 Club

GRADES: 5, 7, 9

Weekly PE Class to meet California Standrds that introduce a variety of sports and offer in-person opportunities, ie pickleball, horseback riding, golf etc….

Host: Coach Andy

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

ASL Club

Grades 7-12

The purpose of the ASL Club is to promote the learning and use of American Sign Language (ASL) within our community. We aim to foster an inclusive environment where members can practice ASL, enhance their understanding of Deaf culture, and build connections with the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community. Through various activities, the ASL Club strives to create awareness, support linguistic diversity, and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the Deaf community.

Host: Mrs. Smith

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Middle School Hang

GRADES: 6-8

A space for students in grades 6-8 to make friends and participate in fun games and activities

Host: Ms. Ramirez

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Kindness Club

K-5TH GRADE

Kindness is the Way! The Kindness Club believes in the power of kindness and that we, our families, our school, our communities and the world can be changed one kind act at a time. The Kindness Club unites and empowers students who want to spread kindness. We create and host fun school activities and participate in local, national and worldwide events that promote kindness – Elite Kindness Rallies, Great Kindness Challenge, World Kindness Day, and many more. As you design your life journey, join us and let Kindness lead the way.

Host:  Miss. Reeves & Mrs. Sims

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Good Vibes Club

GRADES 3-6

If you are in 3-6th grade and want a positive place to share and socialize, join the Good Vibes Group. You are invited and welcome to join us every other

Host: Ms.Lammers

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

 

 

Poetry Club

Grades 6-12

The Poetry Club is a welcoming space for students to express themselves while writing and sharing original poems, learn about and discuss famous poets, or simply listen to great poetry. At the end of the semester, we’ll host a Poetry Slam, where students can read their poems or cheer on their peers.

Host: Ms. Beckton

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Lunch Bunch

GRADES 1-5

Lunch Bunch is open to all 1st-5th grade students. They will have the opportunity to make new friends and chat with old friends through fun games and activities.

Hosts: Ms. Lively

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

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Mrs. Amrit Kaur

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Mr. Tom Olson

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Mr. Justin Diaz

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Junior Optimism Club
Thoughtful Thursday
SOAR Summer Program Dates

SOAR SUMMER PROGRAM DATES

  • NXTLVL – 4th-8th grade
  • 6/3/24 – 8/23/24

July 3rd-Aug. 2nd
K-3rd

  • DMA (Digital Media Academia) Re-Inventing Machines (STEM class)
  • Co-Author & Publish Class book

4th – 8th

  • Written Out Loud
  • Up to 5 cohorts
  • Coding – Interactive Book Covers
  • Coding – Simulating a Marine Ecosystem

 

 

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Peak Performance Huddle

ALL GRADES

Elite is committed to providing direct intentional actions to support our student-athletes in the growth and development of their academics and athletics. Ms. Baker takes time to work with our student-athletes on these actions in her Peak Performance Huddle on Friday afternoons. They will work on Finding the balance skills and actions to help ensure student-athletes have successful weeks and continue to excel in both athletics and academics. Come find out what the new excitement is about! All Elite middle school student-athletes, no matter what their academy, are encouraged to join at 12pm and high school student-athletes at 12:30pm. Zoom meeting links are in Parent Square or contact Ms. Baker at [email protected] for a Google invite to your calendar.

Hosts:
Kristy Baker

Club Dates:
Every Friday:
12pm Middle School
12:30am High School

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Peak Performance - Intro to Sports

ALL GRADES

Peak Performance Coaches spend 2 sessions through a Zoom Meet & Greet to introduce students to different sports and get them connected with community partners in their areas. These community partners will be where they learn and play in person. Tennis, Jhu Jitsu, soccer, baseball, softball and so much more!

Hosts:
Kristy Baker & Andy Allanson

Club Dates:
Mondays and Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1pm
September 18th and 25th – Soccer, Baseball, and Softball
September 19th and 26th – Golf, Tennis and Equestrian (this will replace the Clubs)
September 20th and 27th – Wrestling, MMA and Boxing
October 2nd and 9th- Cheer and Gymnastics
October 3rd and 10th- Basketball and Football

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Peak Performance - Meet & Greet

ALL GRADES

Hosts:
Kristy Baker and Andy Allanson

Club Dates:
Starts after the Winter Break

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

Study Buddies

GRADES: 9-12 

High School students get together to find fellow elite students that are taking similar classes, can help with studying material and get helpful tips from Mrs. Makkai. There is a group chat going with all students in order to encourage a good academic schedule and hold everyone accountable for their projects.

Hosts:
Cindy Nowland Medina & Karen Makkai

Club Dates:
The Club starts on September 14th, we are closed November 23rd, December 21st, 28th, January 4th, February 15th, March 14th, The last date is June 6th.

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information.

CreativeSpace

GRADES: 1- 6

Do you want to be better at drawing? Have you given painting a try? Does sculpture and carving intrigue you? Have you ever knit, or crocheted? These are the kinds of things we will be doing in the Elite CreativeSpace Club!

Host/Email:
Lena Olson
[email protected]

Club Dates: 
3rd Wednesday of the month @ 4pm

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Rad Readers

GRADES K-5 

Rad Readers is a book club for all students! In our meetings we have discussions, games, and it is a great way to connect with other book lovers. Throughout the semester, the club will be reading a book and then discussing it in the Zoom meetings every 2 weeks. This club is student lead and teacher supported. We hope to host another Rad Reader field trip this year.

**Note: books are typically geared towards 3rd-5th graders. If you have a younger student then a family member can read the book with them so they can engage in the story.

Host/Email:
Sarah O’Connor, Solana Gregg and Ava Maturo
[email protected]

Club Dates:
Tuesdays at 3pm bi weekly

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

E4C

GRADES: 9-12

The goal would be to connect with other Elite High School Students who have had the experience of taking classes at the community college. We would talk about our experience, share helpful tips and strategies, and offer Zoom study sessions for accountability. Being a high school student at a community college can also be scary or can cause some anxiety, so I have a community college counselor to an EAA high school counselor who is willing to provide general support and strategies from time to time.

Host/Email:
Amanda Bobczynski & Eliana Hellon
[email protected]

Club Dates:
Friday at 12:00 noon once a month

Visit Parent Square for the Zoom link and more information

Learning Labs
  • Learning Labs are designed to be engaging and intentionally use strategies to increase students’ growth mindset and build academic confidence.

  • Students meet with their coach via Zoom for 1 hour a week for a period of at least 10 weeks. 

  • Each session will target a specific ELA or math skill. Some will also provide an opportunity for students to practice their individual skills on their iReady personalized pathway

  • Labs are conducted by highly qualified, experienced and trained Lab coaches

  • Students are nominated for participation by their Teacher of Record.  

  • Student progress is monitored and shared with their Teacher of Record and families weekly.  At the end of each semester, a progress report is provided. 

BokTok

All Elite 6-12 students are welcome to join a reading club led by student host. Students read a selected book each semester and discuss!

Grades 6-12

 

Host/Email: Danielle Gregus

[email protected]

 

Club Dates: 1 PM First Wednesday on the month

Equestrian

For current equestrian members and any one interested in learning about becoming a part of the team! Coach Andy will be reviewing the components of Elite equestrian, and team members will get to recap their riding experience over the last month with fellow team members. Come and learn about Elite Equestrian & Riding Club and discuss your latest ride!

All Grades

 

Host/Email: Andy Allanson

[email protected]

 

Club Dates:

Equestrian Club All Times are at 1 PM 

3rd Thursday

Confection Connection

Join your fellow bakers with Ms. Steele and Ms. Wright in participating in up to three monthly baking challenges! You will enjoy the company of like-minded students while exchanging recipes, learning new baking techniques in live demos, and practicing making everything from cookies and cakes to ice cream and pies!

Grades 6-12

 

Host/Email: Ashly Steele

[email protected]

 

Club Dates: All Times are at 1 PM

Every other Friday

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