EXTRACURRICULAR CLUBS AT AMANA ACADEMY
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD
Science Olympiad encourages group learning by designing events that forge alliances. By combining events from all disciplines, Science Olympiad encourages a wide cross-section of students to get involved in competitions. Emphasis is placed on active, hands-on group participation.
READING BOWL
Students compete in the Helen Ruffin Reading Bowl to test their knowledge on a selection of books.
MATH OLYMPIAD
Teams of students compete in competitions to explore mathematical concepts while developing flexibility in solving problems with a variety of solutions.
MODEL U.N.
Model United Nations is an academic simulation of the United Nations where students can learn about diplomacy, international relations, and current world issues.
TEDx AMANA
TED’s overall mission is to research and discover “ideas worth spreading.” TEDx brings the spirit of TED to local communities- students take to the stage annually to present a prepared speech in front of a live audience.
CROSS COUNTRY RUNNING TEAM
Students will develop speed, strength & endurance throughout the cross country season in this endurance sport. Students will compete in long-distance running events.
M.D. JUNIOR
A leadership society with the mission of inspiring service through mentorship. Student develop relationships by bringing together medical and healthcare professionals with middle school students.
FILM & VIDEO CLUB
Students learn and participate in the filmmaking process, operating digital and video cameras and using video editing software to produce videos and school news programs.
CHESS CLUB
Students play chess, while also learning lessons that are important in life such as sportsmanship, problem solving, critical thinking, concentration, patience, attention span and other skills.
ANIME CLUB
Students meet to discuss, show, and promote anime and also focus on broadening Japanese cultural understanding.
DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
Students play a cooperative, tabletop storytelling adventure game. Students will uncover mysteries, face dangers, and explore fantasy lands as they work together to weave an original story.
KID- PRENEUR
Students learn skills to run a successful startup. They funnel their creative energy to develop ideas, learn money management, and learn the essentials of entrepreneurship.
TAE KWON DO
Martial Arts program that prepares your student for physical and mental discipline. Students learn balance, flexibility, teamwork, and respect/compassion for others.
YOGA CLUB
Yoga poses focus on strength, balance, and flexibility. Each class also focuses on being mindful, feeling peaceful, breathing practices, meditation, and relaxation.
STUDENT-LED CLUBS AT
AMANA ACADEMY
SOCCER CLUB
Student-led sports club that will build your student’s confidence, boost social and motor skills, and encourage camaraderie and community within students.
BASKETBALL CLUB
Student-led sports club that will build your student’s confidence, boost social and motor skills, and encourage camaraderie and community within students. Tournaments will occur.
VOLLEYBALL CLUB
Student-led sports club that will build your student’s confidence, boost social and motor skills, and encourage camaraderie and community within students.
DESTINATION GREATNESS
Student-led club that will will focus on confidence-building, modeling, interview skills, public speaking, managing social platforms, and volunteerism.
