Immaculate Conception School offers various clubs for our students. These opportunities provide our students with the sense of community and achievement. Each club receives full support of our ICS faculty/staff and is a wonderful way to build friendships, stay healthy and serve others. Clubs either meet before or after school.
Our PreK - 2nd grade students will enjoy imaginative and creative play (outdoor activities, arts and crafts) with complete Spanish immersion. Students will also work on Spanish language skills (nursery rhymes, songs and seasonal verses). Mi Escuelita en Espanol will meet with Mrs. Mendoza on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Cost: $50
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
3rd and 4th grade members of Lego Masters will enjoy weekly challenge builds along with some friendly competition. This club is sure to inspire creativity, encourage problem-solving and facilitate team building!
Lego Masters will meet with Mrs. Proctor on Thursday afternoons from 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Cost: $50
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
Our 3rd - 5th grade students will have a chance to explore famous artists and develop their own style of art using school materials. Art Club will meet with Mrs. Wagner on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Cost: $50
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
Whether it's creating bracelets, necklaces, or earrings, 3rd - 6th grade students will have the chance to experiment with different materials, colors, and designs.
The Jewelry Making Club will meet with Mrs. Cameron on Thursday afternoons from 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Cost: $50
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
The ICS Running Club an 8-week program available to our 4th-8th grade students. Members will be provided with a fun and safe environment while learning the fundamentals of running. Basic running techniques, skills and strategies will be covered.
Running Club is scheduled to meet with Ms. Canavan on Monday and Thursday afternoons (3:00 - 4:15pm) beginning March 31.
Cost: $50
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
Our 5th-8th grade students will play a variety of board games teaching differing strategies. These games are a great way to exercise the mind that allows for friendly competition and camaraderie.
The Board Game Club will meet with Mrs. Gleason on Thursday afternoons from 3:00 - 4:00pm.
Cost: $50
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
FACT is an executive committee of 7th and 8th grade students that plans opportunities for our 5th-8th grade students to deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ, enhance and deepen their faith, serve their community and school, and develop leadership skills.
Membership to FACT Executive Board is for 7th and 8th graders and by application only. This is a year-long commitment that will require the dedication and focus of our executive committee members. Any students in 5th-8th grade who are not looking for a year-long commitment, can sign up as desired for the events planned by the FACT Executive Committee. The events will be advertised throughout the year in various ways.
Students will be given the opportunity to develop their journalism skills, creativity, thought-leadership, and teamwork as they work collaboratively to create a rewarding end-product. Students will learn about all areas of publication including, research and interviewing, story writing, proofreading, meeting deadlines, promotion and communication.
As members of the Yearbook Club, 8th grade students will be tasked with taking pictures at
school events and organizing them in a way that best fits the book layout. Editors
will delegate individuals to complete different sections of the yearbook.
Any ICS student with an understanding of the rules of chess and how to move the pieces can participate.
Our Chess team will meet with Mr. Dewelde on Tuesday afternoons from 3:00 - 4:00pm. Chess Team will begin the week of March 11th.
Cost: $80
There are a limited number of spaces available and participation will be determined on a first come, first-sign up/paid basis.
More about Mr. Dewelde:
Mr. Dewelde learned the game of chess at a young age, and has been playing competitively since high school. He was one of the top 5 Players in the New Jersey his senior year. He has coached the chess team at his alma mater (St. Joseph HS in Metuchen) since 2010. He has also coached the team at St. Matthias Elementary School (Somerset). He lives in Hillsborough with his wife Christine, his daughter Reagan and son Ethan. Both Reagan and Ethan are students at ICS.