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RJ Grey Clubs and Activities 2025-2026


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You can join a club anytime throughout the year, email the advisor or just stop by a meeting!
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ActivityAdvisor(s)Advisor Email Meeting Day(s)Meeting TimeMeeting LocationsMeeting FrequencyDescription
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Animation ClubMr. Wasserman (8th Grade Digital Literacy Rm#102)rwasserman@abschools.comTuesdays2:45-3:45Room 102weeklyCome learn how to make your own animated videos and artwork! We explore many of the different methods and styles of animation, such as stop-motion and claymation, both digital and hand-drawn. iPads and materials are provided but if you have your own Apple pencil or tablet you are welcome to bring them. If you are a fan of animation, join us!😀
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Art ClubMs. Nielsen (Art-Rm#629)hnielsen@abschools.comTuesdays2:45-3:30Room 629First and third Tuesday each monthStudents will gather to share their own art projects and brainstorm ways we can use our skills to make R.J.Grey and the community beyond, an even better place through visual art.
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Book ClubMs. Langberg (Library)jlangberg@abschools.orgThursdays2:45-3:30Library Conference Room2nd and 4th Thursday of each monthLove to read? Check out RJ Grey's Book Club! This is a casual, drop-in style club that will meet once per month to read all different types of books in different formats. You can come when the book looks interesting, or if you just want to chat about something amazing you are reading. Check out the library website or see Mrs. Langberg in the library with any questions.
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Chess ClubMs. Manto (7 Red Social Studies Rm#303)cmanto@abschools.orgTuesdays2:40 - 3:30Ms. Manto's Room #303Every TuesdayWelcome to RJ Grey’s Chess Club! Members will learn to play chess, play games with each other or online to rank up and to journey on to becoming a grandmaster! The more games you play, the more achievements you can unlock, eventually conquering all of the achievements. Join us for fun games every week and interact with your fellow members! All students are welcome.
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Common GroundMs. Eagle (7th Grade Counselor) Mrs. Walker (8th Grade ASC)jeagle@abschools.org,
lwalker@abschools.org		2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month2:40 - 3:30Room 103

the ASC		every other WednesdayCommon Ground is RJ Grey's Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA). We discuss and celebrate the acceptance of LGBTQ+ people in our school community. All LGBTQ+ students and allies are welcome to this safe space!
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Cooking ClubMrs. Rimpas (Cross-Country Coach) Ms. Ippolito (School Nutritionist)bippolito@abschools.org, drimpas-coach@abschools.orgSession 1: 1/7/26, 1/14/26, 1/28/26, and 2/4/26 ~~ Session 2: 1/8/26, 1/15/26, 1/29/26, and 2/5/262:45-4:30CafeteriaSession 1: Wednesday / Session 2: ThursdayCooking Club will be offered in the early winter. Two 4-week sessions will be offered. Space is limited and you need to commit to attending each of the 4 weeks in the session you choose. All cooking levels are accepted. Additional student fee may be required.
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Creative Writing ClubMrs. Bryan (7 Gold English Rm#404) Dr. Contini (7 Red English Rm#201)cbryan@abschools.org , kcontini@abschools.org Tuesdays2:36-3:25Room 404 & Room 201weeklyThis is a club for any student who likes to write creatively in any form: poetry, stories, books, graphic novels, fanfiction!
The club will provide a safe and fun place for students to find inspiration for their writing as well as work on their own ideas, seek feedback from others if they want it or just write independently.
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Creative Writing/Digital Newspaper ClubMr. Wasserman (8th Grade Digital Literacy Rm#102)rwasserman@abschools.comEvery other Thursday 2:40-3:15room 102Biweekly
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Dungeons & Dragons ClubMr. Kubik (Compass Adjustment Counselor)wkubik@abschools.orgThursdays2:45 - 3:45Room 205weeklyLooking for an adventure? Our Dungeons & Dragons club is open to all 7th and 8th grade students while space is still available. No prior experience is needed, just bring your imagination and a sense of fun! Work together with friends, explore fantastic worlds, solve puzzles, and shape your own epic story. Come roll the dice and see where the adventure takes you!
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Fit ClubTBD
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Games ClubMrs. McVey (7 Gold Science Rm# 403)amcvey@abschools.orgThursday2:40 - 3:30Room 403BiWeeklyGames club is open to any student at RJG. There are a variety of board games and card games that students can play each week. If you have any questions, please reach out to Mrs. McVey at amcvey@abschools.org.
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Green TeamMrs. Bouchard (7 Blue Science Rm# 505)jbouchard@abschools.orgFriday 2:40-3:30Room 505 most weeksThe Green Team is a student group focused on environmental issues. TOPICS and ACTIVITIES include recycling in our school, teaching people how they can easily conserve energy, helping in the garden, trying to battle invasive species and getting involved with efforts to reduce our impact on climate change. The projects and activities this year will depend on what students are interested in doing.
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Intramural SportsSept-Oct: Mrs. Humphreys- Flag Football, Mrs. Smith Park-Boys Basketball, Mrs. Celebi-Futsal, Mrs. McKenna Volleyball, Mr. Duclos- Girls Basketball Nov Session ( 3 meetings) Mrs. Humphreys- Boys basketball, Mrs. Celebi- Futsol, Mr Duclos- Girls Basketball, Mrs. McKenna- VolleyballAhumphreys@abschools.org, ksmithpark@abschools.org, JCelebi@abschools.org, AMcKenna@abschools.org, JDuclos@abschools.org
Sept-Oct Flag- Tues (9/16-10-28), Boys Hoops Tues (9/16-10/28), Futsal Wed (9/17-10/22), Volleyball Thurs (9/18-10/30), Girls Hoops Fri (9/19-10/24) November Boys Basketball (Tues 11/4-11/25), Futsol (Wed 11/5-11/19), Girls Basketball ( (Wed 11/5-11/19), Volleyball (Thurs 11/6-11/20) Feb/March COED Volleyball (Tues 2/24-3/17), Futsol (Wed 2/25-3/18)3pm-4pmFlag- Front 111 field, Basketball-/Futsal/VB Gym, 1 x per week on designated day for up 6 weeks, Some sessions may be shorter due to advisor availability or gym space.Intramurals are for sports loving students who aren't in a school sport that season and who wish to play these sports with peers. We will play "pick up" style and set rules with the group for each session. Consistent attendance is encouraged so teams can be made. Please dress appropriately and proper sportsmanship is expected. Please email Jon Duclos with any questions JDuclos@abschools.org
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Jazz BandMs. Dye
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Mr. Soo
(Band)		kdye@abschools.org, msoo@abschools.orgTuesdays (starting 10/28)2:45 - 3:45BandroomWeeklyJazz band is open to all 7th & 8th grade ensemble (band, chorus, or orchestra) members, any instrument! We will work on jazz and other popular American music styles.
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Magic: The GatheringMs. Viscardi (8th Grade Health Rm# 625bviscardi@abschools.orgWednesdays2:40-3:30Rm. 625Every other weekThis club is for students who enjoy playing the card game Magic: The Gathering, or those who want to learn. Players are welcome to bring their own cards, but there will also be supplies provided.
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Marvel ClubMs. Wachtelhausen (7 Blue Social Studies Rm#607)kwachtelhausen@abschools.orgWednesdays2:45-3:45607Marvel Club welcomes students interested in making films, art, and stories inspired by the Marvel Universe. They could be about, what-if scenarios, (what if Spider-Man never got bit by the radioactive spider?), predictions for the future, or adding onto current stories. We will also watch some Marvel TV shows and movies for inspiration, and after, debrief and debate the episode or movie. MCU assemble!
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MathCountsMr Stameris (8 Gold Math Rm#603) Ms. Berlin (8 Red Math Rm#309)pstameris@abschools.orgWednesdays2:45-3:45CafeteriaWeeklyMathcounts is a nationwide organization focused on encouraging math knowledge and education in the middle school years. Students work together to solve math puzzles and problems in the areas of number theory, geometry, algebra and probability & counting. This club is for strong math students interested in tackling tough math problems. As well as Mathcounts, students can compete in other local and on-line competitions open to all students. Additional student fee is required
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Science Fair Reserach ClubAmy Lee (7 & 8 Green Science Rm#405)alee@abschools.orgWednesdays3:00-3:45Rm 405Every other weekThe Science Fair Research Club is open to any student interested in exploring the research process and potentially preparing a project for the Region 4 or State-level Massachusetts Science & Engineering Fair (MSEF). The club meets twice a month to guide students in developing research questions, creating research plans, and navigating the paperwork and registration process. Experienced ABRHS students who have participated in MSEF will also serve as mentors to support Middle School researchers.
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Select ChoirMr. Charig (Chorus/Music)ccharig@abschools.orgTBDPerforms mostly more contemporary music. The Select Choir does not require an audition in order to attend, but you must commit to attending the afternoon rehearsals consistently. Select Choir will perform in the May Spring Concert, and also at the Empty Bowls Ice Cream Social, in June.
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Ski & Board ClubMs. McVey (7 Gold Science Rm #403) & Ms. Siracusa (Room #402)amcvey@abschools.org, lsiracusa@abschools.orgTuesdays (6 weeks starting 1/6/26)Please check out this Ski & Board Club link for more info.
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Speech & Debate ClubMr Stameris (8 Gold Math Rm#603)pstameris@abschools.orgTBD
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Stageworks/Drama ClubMrs. Dunakin (Drama Rm# 506) Ms. Horner (8 Blue English Rm#309)bdunakin@abschools.orgStageWorks is an organization that provides students who are interested in theatre an opportunity to produce and perform in musical and non-musical plays.
Stageworks will have a non-musical production in the Spring. Rehearsals will begin in February. Rehearsals and workshops will always be held directly after school. Additional Student Fee is required for the musical.
WEBSITE: https://sites.google.com/a/abschools.org/rj-grey-theatre
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Student CouncilMs. Ahl (French #315)dahl@abschools.orgvariousvariousroom 315variousStudents interested in helping to plan and lead school activities apply in the fall (7th grade) and the spring (8th grade). Students attend monthly meetings in addition to meetings that lead up to school activities such as tournaments, assemblies, and celebrations.
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Team Trivia ContestMr. Balulescu (8 gold Social Studies-Room 604) Mrs. Joshi 7 Blue Math Rm#609)mbalulescu@abschools.orgOne time event on Thursday, March 19, 2026 2:45to 4pm2:45-4pmTBDOne time eventThis is an annual event scheduled each year in late March on a single afternoon after school with up to 28 teams of 3-5 students each competing in a trivia contest featuring questions about geography, current events, history, literature, popular culture, science, and more!
Information will be shared over the morning announcements starting in the second or third week of March. Additional student fee may be required.
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YearbookMr. Lewis (7 Gold Rm#317)MLewis@abschools.org2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month through March2:45-3:30Room 3172nd and 4th Wednesday of each month through MarchThe R.J. Grey yearbook staff is a yearlong group whose members help to create the R.J. Grey yearbook. Students will take photographs, design yearbook pages, help with interviews, surveys, caption writing. Students interested in photography and design are encouraged to participate. Students working on specific assignments will meet with Mr. Lewis at other mutually agreed upon times during the week.