Clubs & Activities

In Art Club students will explore different art mediums and continue to develop their drawing skills.

Meeting days: Mondays
Location: Room 605
Advisor: Mrs. Andrews Coyle
Contact: janet.andrewscoyle@ecsdm.org

A strategic way for kids to learn about life. They learn through making smart choices, and help them navigate through life.

Location: Room 101
Advisors: Mr. Thomas, Mr. Thornell
Contact: samuel.thomas@ecsdm.org, sean.thornell@ecsdm.org

In Drama Club, students audition & rehearse to perform in a stage musical production. There is also a stage crew who work with sets/props/lights behind the scenes. 

Advisors: Ms. Iemma
Contact: antoinette.iemma@ecsdm.org

In Pit Orchestra, students have the opportunity to rehearse and perform the music for any Spring Musical and cooperate with the Drama Club.

Meeting days: Thursdays
Location: Room 703
Advisors: Ms. Carlucci
Contact: francesca.carlucci@ecsdm.org

This group supports genuine expression through verbal sharing & creative activities which include journaling, creating family genograms, relaxation techniques, “I” statements and poetry reading and writing.

Meeting days: Meet once a week for eight weeks (starting October 30)
Location: Room 603
Advisor: ADAC

If you want a place to relax, interact with your fellow peers, and enjoy your hobbies then Hobby Club is the place for you. This is an after school club that is 100% positive and student led. 

Meeting days: Mondays (starting November 3)
Advisor: Mr.Stewart, Mrs.Ciancanelli
Contact: philip.stewart@ecsdm.org , courtney.ciancanelli@ecsdm.org
 

Learning about gardening, planting in pots and in courtyard. Connecting with others about gardening

Advisor: Ms. Hidalgo and Ms. Petkova
Contact: melissa.hidalgo@ecsdm.org and Silvia.petkova@ecsdm.org

Open to all skill levels, our club offers a dynamic space where students can explore the rich and soulful sounds of jazz. Members will learn to jam, improvise, and harmonize together. Join us as we swing, groove, and syncopate our way through the classics and discover the magic of jazz music!

Meeting days: Wednesdays
Location: Room 701
Advisor: Mr. Vargas
Contact: kenneth.vargas@ecsdm.org

Musicians will learn and perform music in the traditional Mariachi style.  We perform with Mariachi musicians from Twin Towers and Middletown High School.  Everyone is welcome!  Even beginners!

Meeting days: Mondays
Location: Room 703
Advisor: Mrs. Mita
Contact: amanda.mita@ecsdm.org

Unleash your inner rock star with Modern Band. Learn to collaborate with other musicians as you learn to express yourself through modern sounds. We learn modern instruments like keyboard, electric guitar, bass guitar, and drums.

Meeting days: Thursdays
Location: Room 701
Advisor: Ms. Levesque
Contact: emily.levesque@escdm.org

In this club, we explore and make discoveries about the variety of cultures in the world.  We make connections with each other through activities and projects about multiculturalism. We also explore other cultures through international foods and music.

Advisor: Mrs. Pierre
Contact: Esperanta.pierre@ecsdm.org

The Newspaper Club aims to teach students critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills. Students learn to research and write articles, conduct interviews, and document school life through photography, all while fostering a sense of community and responsibility.

Meeting days: Mondays
Advisor: Mrs. Hearn
Contact: michelle.hearn@ecsdm.org

Scholars get selected to apply for membership at the end of their 7th grade year based on their academics.  Selected scholars complete an application to demonstrate that they are well-rounded in the pillars of Honor Society (service, leadership, citizenship, and character).  A committee meets to review applications.  Those selected are inducted and scholars in this club continue to achieve and grow in the pillars.

Advisor: Miss Marren
Contact: alyssa.marren@ecsdm.org

Odyssey of the Mind (OM™) emphasizes teamwork, budgeting, time management, public speaking, and so much more. This international program is designed to help students grow as individual learners, grow as team members, and to reach their full potential. The 7 team members are chosen after a try-out process in the early fall.

Advisor: Ms. Fermanian, Ms. Hershenson 
Contact: natalie.fermanian@ecsdm.org, haley.hershenson@ecsdm.org

In this club we write, produce, record, and distribute our own real podcast called Middie Radio.  Check it out on Spotify or itunes!

Meeting days: Wednesdays
Advisor: Mr. Lambro
Contact: jason.lambro@ecsdm.org

In the science club, students will get an opportunity to enhance their scientific knowledge while asking questions, completing labs and engaging in hands-on experiences. 

Meeting days: Tuesdays
Location: Room 108
Advisors: Mrs. Trumpler and Mrs. Wilkin
Contact: denise.trumpler@ecsdm.org  and shanna.wilkin@ecsdm.org

In Ski club, students choose between Skiing or Snowboarding. Students are able to learn or continue to learn the sport of their choice.  Throughout the five trips, students are able to improve their skiing or snowboarding skills while enjoying the winter weather in a fun and social setting.

Location: Room 106
Advisor: Mrs. Peri, Mrs. Bermudez
Contact: allison.peri@ecsdm.org , tamara.bermudez@ecsdm.org

Dive into the infectious rhythms and melodies of Caribbean music as you learn to play the captivating steel drums. No prior experience necessary – our club welcomes beginners and seasoned musicians alike. 

Meeting days: Tuesdays
Location: Room 703
Advisor: Mr. Vargas
Contact: kenneth.vargas@ecsdm.org

In the Student Council, the student body elects a group of students to help plan student events and address concerns. Students may join to be part of the club and not be elected to an office position.

Meeting days: Dates vary based on what the council is working on
Location: Room 402
Advisors: Mrs. Kirshner, Mrs. Miranda
Contact: suzanne.kirshner@ecsdm.org , kerrianne.miranda@ecsdm.org

Students learn to take photographs, design and market the yearbook.

Meeting days: Wednesdays (starting November 6)
Location: Room 402
Advisor: Ms. Orlovskaya
Contact: aleksandra.orlovskaya@ecsdm.org