Benjamin Banneker
Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
ECA Offerings
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
Did you know?
MCPS recognizes secondary students for commitment in participation in a wide range of MCPS Athletic and Extracurricular Activities.
Students will be recognized with the MCPS Certificate of Student Engagement.
Sponsors will verify student commitment with their organization(s) at the end of the season, semester, year as appropriate.
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
WHY DO AN ECA?
Students are encouraged to participate in more than one activity to create positive relationships with their peers in interest alike activities and with adult professionals outside of the school day/core curricular courses.
Students can use this documentation to supplement their college and job applications.
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
STEMology
Club
Contact:
Tanya Cain
tanya_a_cain@mcpsmd.org
Days and Times:
Thursdays Room 101C 3:00pm-4:30pm
Beginning January 8, 2026
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
National Junior Honor Society
Meeting Information
Day: Wednesday
Time: 3:30 - 4:30
Location: Room 207D
Sponsor: LaCreacia Oakley
Email: lacreacia_t_oakley@mcpsmd.org
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
Cheerleading
Contact:
London Sanderson
London.z.sanderson@mcpsmd.net
Location: Cafeteria
Open to: 7th and 8th grade students
Practices:
Starting November 4th
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays until 4:30
The Benjamin Banneker Cheerleading Team brings school spirit, energy, and pride to every game! We cheer for both boys’ and girls’ basketball teams and perform at town hall events to uplift and energize our school community.
Our cheerleaders promote a strong student-athlete mindset, encouraging teamwork, leadership, and positive behavior both in and out of school.
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
Student Government Association
Meeting Information
Day: Thursday
Time: 3:30 - 4:30
Location: Room 207D
Sponsor: LaCreacia Oakley
Email: lacreacia_t_oakley@mcpsmd.org
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
Math Team
Meeting Information
Day: Thursday (October - February)
Time: 3:30 - 4:30
Location: Room 207E
Sponsor: Jessica Coates
Email: Jessica_L_Coates@mcpsmd.org
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
E.L.I.T.E Step Team
E.L.I.T.E stands for Elegant Ladies Improving Through Education. The E.L.I.T.E. Step Team represents Excellence, Leadership, Integrity, Tenacity, and Energy - necessary core values of being a Benjamin Banneker Bobcat! Members of the E.L.I.T.E. Step Team serve as role models for our school community and perform at school assemblies, pep rallies, and community events throughout the year.
Who is Eligible? Step is open to 6th, 7th and 8th graders with a 2.0 minimum G.P.A and no more than one E.
Practice Schedule
Begins Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Practices are Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3:05 pm until 4:30pm
Coaches
Coach Bromell: Marian_M_Bromell@mcpsmd.org
Coach Kay
Team Instagram: bbmselitestep
We are the current reigning STEP champions!
Benjamin Banneker Middle School
P.R.I.D.E
Positivity. Responsibility. Integrity. Determination. Excellence
Msp - minority scholar program