Fall Activities

Ready to talk with your hands? Join the ASL Club and dive into the exciting world of American Sign Language! We’ll learn how to sign, understand others, and have tons of fun along the way with games, challenges, and partner activities. Bring a friend to practice with—or come make new ones! No experience needed—just your hands and a smile!

Mr. Dennison

Wednesday, 2:45-3:45

MS-606

If you enjoy playing chess or checkers, this club is for you! Don’t know how to play? No problem—we’ll teach you. You’ll have the chance to play casual games, socialize with others, and, if you’re interested, participate in a club tournament.

Mr. Robins

Monday, 2:45-3:34

MS-604

Culinary Creations combines hands-on cooking with practical lessons on nutrition, safety, and basic kitchen skills. This club is a fun and collaborative environment that empowers students to be more confident and independent in the kitchen. (Space is limited to 20 students.)

Mrs. Schmidt 

Monday, 2:45-3:45

MS-402

Dive into the rich culture and language of German-speaking Europe! Explore traditions, try new foods, learn the language, and discover what makes Germany and its neighbors so unique and exciting.

Herr Beck

(8^th grade only)

Monday and Wednesday, 2:45-3:45

JH-118

Attention all wizards, witches, and muggles! If you love all things Harry Potter, come join the Harry Potter club. We will make crafts, play games, and indulge in wizard treats! We also welcome goblins, elves, and magical creatures.

Mrs. Ellis

Monday, 2:45-3:45

(Limited to 15 Students)

JH-108

JH-108

Need a quiet place to work on assignments or study for tests? Homework Help with Mrs. Henn is the perfect spot!  With plenty of space, no distractions, and helpful staff on hand, you'll have the support you need to stay organized and get things done. Whether you’re tackling homework or prepping for exams, Homework Help is your go-to spot for focused, productive time.

Mrs. Henn

Monday and Wednesday, 2:45-3:45

MS-Library

Get creative and make your own bracelets and jewelry! We’ll provide all the supplies, but feel free to bring your own if you have something special in mind. Whether you want some guidance or prefer to go wild with your own designs, the choice is yours! (Space is limited to 20 students.)

Ms. LaHue

(Capped at 15 spots)

Wednesday, 2:45-3:45

MS-507

Ready to make a difference and have fun doing it? In this club, YOU help choose the projects we take on—whether it’s helping out at school or giving back to the community. From creative fundraisers to cool school improvements, we’ll work together to make things better!

Plus, we team up with the Kiwanis Club of West Valley for awesome events like park clean-ups, holiday celebrations, and more. Come join the fun and be a force for good!

Mrs. Smith

Wednesday, 2:45-3:45

MS-602

Start your day with some fast-paced fun at the net playing badminton, pickleball, and tennis. Mornings are the perfect time to laugh, move, and meet new people. So, gather your friends and let's play

Mrs. Jones

Mondays & Wednesdays, 7:00-7:30 AM

JH-Gym

All students in grades 6 through 8 are invited to open-gym basketball at WVJH every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00 AM. All skill levels are welcome—whether you’re just starting out or already a pro!

Mr. Hernandez

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7:00-7:30 AM

JH-Gym

Safe Space is for any student who wants to support their LGBTQ+ peers or identifies as LGBTQ+.  We hang out, create art/draw, share about what is going on in our lives, and provide support and kindness to each other.

Ms. LaHue

Monday, 2:45-3:45

MS-507

Develop the nerve-racking SCIENCE skills of trusting in the process and watching how molecules move, SYRINGE/NEEDLE WORK INJECTION, and 'BLOOD DRAWING' practice on 'veins'. We will also learn how to inject fruits/vegetables with different skins and determine the most appropriate gauge of needle for thin skin or rhinoceros skin! We will examine the tissues after injection to see how vaccines and other injected materials disperse after injections are given. REAL WORLD SCIENCE - STEAM!  (Space is limited to 10 students.)

Mrs. Cox

                                                                                                       Monday, 2:45-3:45

                                                                                                        MS-704

A creative arts club focusing on working with alcohol inks and their chemical properties and behaviors to produce extraordinary art works. Club members will:  watch the behavior of inks as they interact with each other, alcohol and metallics—Create landscape art works using a variety of techniques to move the ink 

                                                                                            Wenesday 2:45-3:45

                                                                                               Mrs. Cox-MS 707

Need help with an essay? Wondering where in the world those countries are? Don’t stress — Mrs. Schmidt has your back! Whether you want to improve your understanding of math, dive into a good book, write a killer paragraph, or explore maps and cultures, you’ll get the support you need and have a great time doing it.
With fun, friendly help from Mrs. Schmidt, learning doesn’t have to feel like a chore. Come hang out, ask questions, and tackle your homework with confidence. The Study Squad is where learning gets easier — and way more fun!

Mrs. Schmidt

Wednesday, 2:45-3:45

MS-402

Join us for n exciting 6-week journey rades 6–8) to explore the Ichishkiin language through interactive games, storytelling, and hands-on activities. No prior language experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and willingness to learn. Students will discover greetings, kinship terms, numbers, and land-based vocabulary while building confidence and connecting with the Native heritage. Each 60-minute session is designed to be fun, culturally grounded, and meaningful, with movement, team challenges, and real-world language use. By the end of the program, students will be able to introduce themselves, count to 10, and participate in simple conversations—all while honoring the Native people.

Mrs. Golbek & Ms. Vasquez

Mondays, 2:45-3:45

JH – 112

                                                         Tinker Lab is a hands-on science and engineering club where students can explore their creative engineering side while having fun, building, testing, and competing! Students will design and construct their own projects while learning how Science, engineering, creativity and problem solving work together. Club members will compete against other students in challenges that test their design skills, creativity, accuracy, distance, speed and performance.Tinker Lab is for students who like to build, create, experiment, compete and figure out how things work!

                                                                                   Mondays & Wednesdays

                                                                                             2:45-3:45

                                                                                       JH-Science Rooms

After school on Wednesdays at the MS in room 707. Vote on what books we want to read. Hang out, read, and discuss books with friends and Mrs. Talbot. Whether you are already an avid reader, have never read a book on your own, or want to read more, we hope you join the fun in book club. I always say reading helps us to do better in school, broaden our thinking and learning, become more empathetic, and basically be better humans. 

                                                                                               Mrs.Talbot

                                                                                     Wednesday MS Room 707

                                                                                                2:45-3:45

Band Support is for any Band student grades 6-8 who would like more time or more assistance on their instrument! Mr. Woodbury provides time, practicing methods, and extra music that you want or need to help you succeed.Band Support is for any Band student grades 6-8 who would like more time or more assistance on their instrument! Mr. Woodbury provides time, practicing methods, and extra music that you want or need to help you succeed.

                                                                                        Band Support-MS BR

                                                                                      Mondays & Wednesdays

                                                                                               2:45-3:45