Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books is exclusively for 5th grade students. It is a competition where students can sign up to participate, but they must read ten books in a variety of genres. When they have read all the books, a battle begins! Coaches ask questions about the books they have read over a one month period. The students who get the highest amount of points become our team of five. Our team of five battle the winners from the other elementary schools in Suffolk. The winners from Suffolk compete against the winners from Chesapeake and Portsmouth. Our 2017-2018 team came in second place in the semi-finals. Way to go team! For more information, contact Michelle Sowerby at michellesowerby@spsk12.net.
Garden Club
Garden Club gives students in grades 3-5 the chance to explore nature and exercise their green thumb. Students learn how to cultivate a garden, plant seeds, and explore how we can use plants to feed a community. For more information, please contact Alexandria Parsons at alexandriaparsons@spsk12.net.
Girls on the Run
Girls on the Run encourages girls in 3rd through 5th grade to be physically active, confident, and joyful through a creative curriculum which incorporates running. Each season culminates with a Hampton Roads 5K race in which all of the local GOTR chapters meet together to actively celebrate the season's success. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Mrs. Purkey at donnapurkey@hotmail.com.
Hero Boys Club
The hero spirit is actively engaged in this running club for boys. Boys in 3rd through 5th grade are challenged physically through running and and inspired to become a better leader through an engaging curriculum. Members are encouraged to become a HERO both on and off the field. The eight week season ends with a local Hero Boys 5k race. For more information or to volunteer, please contact Natalie Butler at Butler.email@gmail.com.
Safety Patrol Club
Safety patrol is a very selective group of 4th and 5th grade students who are leaders in their learning environments. A committee of faculty and administration approve each safety patrol member. The Safety Patrol members eagerly work to maintain student safety by monitoring hallways at arrival time in the morning, as well as dismissal time in the afternoon.
Smile Club
The Smile Club is a unique group in students in grades 3-5 who seek to make a difference in their school. Started by a student who was inspired by the book Wonder and an experience dealing with a dental accident, this club works to raise awareness and funds for the work performed by Operation Smile. This group serves to develop students with a passion for service, create a better world with our hands and smiles, promote teamwork, and show respect and care for others. Please contact Adrienne Bullock at adriennebullock@spsk12.net for more information.
STEM Club
STEM, which stands for "Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math", is a club for girls in grades 3-5 who enjoy exploring how things work, love to solve problems, and build various things. For more information, please contact Mrs. Valdivieso, our gifted resource teacher, at ninavaldivieso@spsk12.net.
Talented Art
Talented Art is an elite group of student artists. Students are given a test in 3rd and 4th grade, and based on their score, they may be asked to turn in a portfolio of artwork. Their art is evaluated and their combined scores will determine if they are invited to join Talented Art. The students meet once a week in the art room and get to work on special and more advanced projects. They also go on two field trips a year, one downtown to paint holiday windows and then one to the Suffolk Art Museum.
Talented Music
Talented Music is a select group of student musicians. Students are given a test in 3rd and 4th grade. Based on their score, these students will be invited to join. The students participate in a special performance at Kings Fork High School with other Talented Music students from elementary schools across Suffolk. At the end of the year, these students also perform at a special PTA meeting held in May.