West Babylon Junior High School 200 Old Farmingdale Road

200 Old Farmingdale Road

West Babylon, N.Y. 11704

(631) 376-7201

Students experience the total gamut of book publishing. At the beginning of the year we meet to brainstorm and develop a yearbook theme that includes photo essays, autograph pages and art illustrations. As the printing deadlines come due, students participate in lay-out days - when we actually prepare the pages to be sent to the publisher for printing. Then we anxiously await our book's arrival in June!

Students, who wish, can learn how to use Microsoft Word for word processing or Microsoft Excel to create spreadsheets, charts, and graphs. They will be able to use approved Educational Software Games as well as approved Internet Websites.

We will explore the fun world of mathematics via computers, puzzles and games. It is open to anyone who is looking for an exciting math challenge, as well as learning the strategic game of chess to compete in our end of year chess tournament.

This is an extension of the larger performing group experience. The jazz ensemble reflects traditional Big Band instrumentation (saxophone, trumpet, trombone and rhythm section). Through listening to recordings, critiquing, analyzing, discussion and application, students will learn and perform a variety of jazz styles found within this genre. This is a performance class that meets after school; therefore, students are expected to attend all rehearsals, sectionals and performances. A schedule will be posted and distributed at the beginning of every month.

All 6^th, 7^th and 8^th grade students will have the opportunity to join the club to discuss bullying issues, and share their experiences dealing with bullying. They will learn skills to handle bullying more effectively and participate in a variety of anti-bullying activities throughout the year to help promote a bully proof school and environment.

The National Science Olympiad is an organization devoted to improving the quality of science education, increasing student interest in science, and providing recognition for outstanding achievement in science. Competitions follow the formats of popular board games, Olympic Games, and television shows. These challenging and motivational events are well balanced among the various science disciplines of biology, earth science, chemistry, physics, and technology. Practices start in September. The regional competition is in the Spring.

The Newspaper Club provides an opportunity for students to participate in producing the school newspaper, “The Eagle Eye”. This involves taking photographs at school events, interviewing students and staff, writing accompanying articles and helping design the physical layout. Meetings are held every Wednesday, unless otherwise notified. The newspaper is published biannually.

This is an extension of the larger performing group experience. The jazz ensemble reflects traditional Big Band instrumentation (saxophone, trumpet, trombone and rhythm section). Through listening to recordings, critiquing, analyzing, discussion and application, students will learn and perform a variety of jazz styles found within this genre. This is a performance class that meets after school; therefore, students are expected to attend all rehearsals, sectionals and performances. A schedule will be posted and distributed at the beginning of every month.

Students will create a variety of art work that goes above and beyond their art class curriculum. At times, students will be involved in school wide art activities, such as decorating the stage in Eagle Hall for all the concerts.

This is an extension of the larger performing group experience. The jazz ensemble reflects traditional Big Band instrumentation (saxophone, trumpet, trombone and rhythm section). Through listening to recordings, critiquing, analyzing, discussion and application, students will learn and perform a variety of jazz styles found within this genre. This is a performance class that meets after school; therefore, students are expected to attend all rehearsals, sectionals and performances. A schedule will be posted and distributed at the beginning of every month.

Students will create a variety of art work that goes above and beyond their art class curriculum. At times, students will be involved in school wide art activities, such as decorating the stage in Eagle Hall for all the concerts.

Students will be using kits to create robots. They will then recreate the robot without using the instructions. Students will be able to build a robot through a computer game.

Each week 6th, 7th & 8th graders watch part of a full length movie. Afterwards, they discuss the film, and then form into cooperative groups to write a critique. Their writing is published in the Eagle Eye Newspaper. Students may also purchase popcorn for 75 cents. Profits are used for club activities at the end of the year.

The entire student body elects 1 President but each grade has its own vice-president, secretary,

treasurer and public relations representatives. Student Council sponsors several in-school and community-related events and activities. Membership is open to ALL students.
THE GARDEN CLUB- 2:25pm - 3:05pm- Room 119- Mrs. Sullivan

Open to all 6th, 7th and 8th graders, the students will work to develop and maintain the Blue and Gold Go Green Organic Garden located in the west court yard.

We will meet based on the seasonal needs of each area. Responsibilities will include planting, pruning, weeding, mulching and harvesting. Students will maintain records of the quantity and quality of the produce harvested. They will coordinate donations to local food pantries. Students will have the opportunity to learn basic gardening skills and techniques and participate in the sustainability of these areas.
COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB- 2:25pm - 3:05pm – Room 117- Ms. Zemba

The students will learn about some of the programs on Long Island and across our nation that help others. Every month we try to do some project that will benefit our community or any unforeseen causes that may occur during the school year. It’s a fun way to volunteer and do a good deed for the world. All students are welcome!!!

Students from grades 6, 7, and 8 will work together to prepare a musical production. Students will learn songs, and scenes from a popular show, as well as learn how to put a staged performance together! Actors, singers and stagehands are needed. The students will present their performance in the Eagle Hall in March. Rehearsals and auditions will begin in September. Students meet 3 - 4 times a week. Not every student is required at every rehearsal. Come be a part of the one place in a school where MORE DRAMA is welcome and encouraged!!!