Club & Activities - Spring 2025

FAQs

What are After-School Enrichment Clubs?

• Starling After-School Enrichment Clubs are after-school enrichment learning experiences hosted on campus at Starling from 3:00-4:00pm one day per week during an eight-week period. Teachers facilitate the clubs based on the AKS. Different clubs are offered for different grade ranges. The clubs that we are hosting for the Spring 2025 Session are Crafting Literacy, Cupcake, Exploring Robotics and Coding, Games, Improv Comedy for Kids, Lego, Model Makers and Marble Runs, Set Design, Sign Language, Simple Cooking, Spanish, Starling Cheer, Volleyball. (See the attached flyer below or click here for more details about these clubs.)

When are clubs held?

• Clubs are typically held each Wednesday excluding days right before breaks or on early release. Spring 2025 club dates are: January 29, February 5, February 19, February 26, March 12, March 19, March 26, April 2.

How do I sign my child up?

• Students' families pay a $40 fee per student and register online through MYPAYMENTSPLUS. Online club registration opens January 15th at 8pm and closes January 19th at 8pm.

Can my child be a part of more than one club?

• No, please register your child for only ONE club. All after school enrichment clubs are held at the same time and on the same day.

I logged into the portal to sign my child up, but can’t find the specific club my child wants. What should I do?

• Unfortunately, if a club is no longer appearing in the portal, that means the club you are looking for is full. We have limited spots for our clubs and sometimes they fill up very quickly. Try asking your child if they have a second favorite choice that they may want to sign up for.

I still have a question. Who can I contact?

• You may reach out to Mrs. Lacy or Mrs. Talley directly by email. sonya.lacy@gcpsk12.org shelby.talley@gcpsk12.org

Club Descriptions - Spring 2025

Crafting Literacy Club

Students will participate in fun interactive read-alouds that help them level up their literacy skills. Then, students will create a related craft. While crafting, students will work on many valuable life skills like following directions and seeking solutions.

Grades: K-2 
Class size: 20
Sponsor: Leigh Shores and Jennifer Thompson
Location: Ms. Truesdale Classroom (1.204)

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Cupcake Decorating Club

Do you love decorating cupcakes? This club provides students with hands-on experience in creating their own edible art! Students will learn how to pipe frosting on a cupcake and decorate using simple designs. They will also become familiar with all of the necessary tools needed to properly decorate cupcakes and cakes.

Grades: K-5
Class Size: 15
Sponsors: Sabrina Callis and Natalie Froelich
Location: Mrs. Callis’ Classroom (1.202)

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This club provides students with an opportunity to learn and explore a variety of board games. Students will be able to work together on teamwork and cooperative skills while playing games. The Game Club will allow students to enhance social skills by playing games with others, meeting new friends, collaborating in groups, playing fairly, and having FUN!

Grades: K-2
Class size: 15
Sponsor: Lindsey Pressley and Katrina Brooks
Location: Ms. Brooks’ Classroom (1.251)

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Improv Comedy for Kids

Welcome to our elementary improv comedy club! Here, children learn to think on their feet, unleash their creativity, and build confidence through hilarious improvisational games and exercises. Led by an experienced instructor, our club fosters teamwork, quick thinking, and a whole lot of laughter in a supportive and inclusive environment. Join us for a fun-filled journey where every moment is a chance to shine!

Grades: 3-5
Class Size: 15
Sponsors: Cameron Snell
Location: Media Center (1.142)

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Lego Club

The Lego Club follows the 4C’s of Lego Company- Connect, Construct, Contemplate, and Continue.  Students will be introduced to a theme through a variety of resources and brainstorming ideas/concepts related to the theme, using new and prior knowledge.  They will then use their creative imaginations to create structures related to the themes.  There will be a culminating activity for each theme, affording students the opportunity to share and explain their work to others in the group.

Grades: K-2
Class size: 15
Sponsors: Laura Van Tassel
Location: PL room in back of media center (1.144)

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Model Makers & Marble Marvels

Model Makers and Marble Marvels is a dynamic after-school club where students dive into the world of design, engineering, and creativity through hands-on activities. Students will build models, design marble runs, and create collaborative projects.

Grades: K-2
Class size 15
Sponsor: Germaine Buchanan
Location: Ms. Glassman's Music Classroom (1.171)

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Set Design Club

Students will work on creating the background and scenery for our upcoming play “The Lion King”. Students will be helping in creating decorations/background/props for the play. Students will also be learning what it takes to set up an art show and how to best display work.
Grades: 3-5
Class Size: 13
Sponsors: Melissa LaBoy
Location: Ms. LaBoy's Art Room (1.222)

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Sign Language Club

I would love the opportunity to teacher your child(ren) an introductory session in Sign Language. During our time together, we will learn the alphabet, greetings, and basic conversations. At the end of the club, I would like to have the students perform a song in sign language to showcase what they have learning.
Grades: 3-5
Class Size: 15
Sponsors: Tracy Mingo and Racquel Newton
Location: Ms. Mingo's Classroom (1.319)

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Simple Cooking Club

Students will learn how to prepare easy, kid-friendly recipes for yummy snacks that can be made at home.

Grades: K-5
Class Size: 20
Sponsors: Irina Del Valle-Zamora and Kim Moore
Location: Mrs. Shores's Math Classroom (1.199)

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Spanish Club

The Spanish club offers an engaging introduction to the Spanish language, focusing on essential topics such as colors, numbers, the alphabet, and basic vocabulary. Through fun activities and interactive lessons, students will build foundational language skills while exploring the cultural aspects of Spanish-speaking countries. Perfect for beginners, this club provides a supportive and enjoyable environment for young learners to start their language journey.
Grades: 2-5
Class size: 15
Sponsors: Jackie Bello and Keiry Arano
Location: Mrs. Kilgore's Classroom (1.201)

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Starling Cheer Club

Starling Cheerleaders will have the opportunity to build their stamina in fitness, while also motivating our school and community to reach its fullest potential in all aspects of Grayson Team Spirit. Go Rams!

Grades: 4-5
Class size: 22
Sponsors: Whitney Williams
Location: Activities Room (1.187B)

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Volleyball Club

Calling all volleyball enthusiasts! Have you ever wanted to try volleyball? Well, now you can! We are looking for any boys and girls that are interested in learning more about the sport. Let's Bump, Set, & Spike!

Grades: 4-5
Class Size: 25
Sponsors: Pharah Truesdale and Tomesha Evans
Location: Gym (1.187A)