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Oberlin Magnet Middle School offers a variety of after school activities for all grade levels. Click each link to view club description, advisor, eligibility and meeting information.
If meeting information is not listed below, please contact the club advisor.
Membership and participation in all student clubs and organizations is open to all students without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or other protected classifications.
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Oberlin Run & Basketball Club
Oberlin Run Club
Dear Oberlin students & parents,
Mission: Provide students with an opportunity to participate in both competitive & non-competitive running activities. Students will be able to engage in running activities, find comradery and encouragement in their fitness pursuits and compete (if desired) in running challenges.
Who should join?
Anyone in grades 6-8 who is interested in running, sports or other health related pursuits. There will be varying levels of commitment represented in the club. ALL students welcome! Whether you are interested in walking, jogging, running or competing this is the club for you!
Remind link - https://www.remind.com/join/oberlinrun
Google Form Sign Up - https://forms.gle/oq9BC5DHahThw2AP8
Possible Oberlin Run Club Levels (depending on interest) - Students can move up and down these 'levels' as they see fit.
- ORC Elite - a competitive run group getting weekly workouts, competing against other middle schools in the area (virtually for now, hopefully on a course in the future). I envision competitions in the mile, 5k and possibly 800.
- ORC FIF - traditional First in Fitness. Students will try out for the opportunity to compete against other middle schools in the WCPSS FIF event.
- ORC Cross Country - a group of runners who love to run, have running goals and may or may not be working towards wanting to compete.
- ORC Fun Runners - a group of runners and/or walkers who are walking/running to increase their fitness and to socialize.
Email Mr. Miller (amiller6@wcpss.net) with questions.
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First in Fitness
First In Fitness started as an elementary fitness competition in 1982. The first year there were approximately 300 students participating and now it has grown to an event with well over 2000 students. The middle school event is ONLY open to 6th grade students. These students will compete against their peers in a fun and friendly competition in one of eight events. These events included: shuttle run, long jump, pull-ups, 400m, 800m, mile run, and the 4×100 relay. In addition, there is one boy and one girl who will compete in the triathlon event. This is a great day for families to share in their children's accomplishments. Tryouts for the First in Fitness team will take place between November and December. The First in Fitness Middle School Event occurs in the middle of March. Oberlin will have one boy and one girl compete in each event. Selection is based on athletic ability, behavior in school, and good sportsmanship.Contact Coach Miller with questions or interest in First in Fitness. -
National Junior Honors Society
The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding middle level students. More than just an honor roll, NJHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, Character, and Citizenship. Students with a 3.75 GPA are invited to apply in the spring of their 7th grade year and upon initiation, participate in the organization throughout their 8th grade year. For more information or questions, please contact Ms. Fanney at mfanney@wcpss.net. -
Comics & Cartoons Club
Contact Mr. McClellan for additional information.
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Anime
All students interested in anime are welcome to join! This year, we will do various activities related to watching and learning about anime and Japanese culture. Our club is a time to build connections and friendships!
1st Tuesday of every month, 3:15 - 4:00
Contact Ms. H. Powell for additional information.
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Dungeons and Dragons
Contact Ms. Sedita for additional information.
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Gaming - 6th and 7th
A video game club for 6th and 7th graders where students can make friends and connections through some of their favorite video games! Along with exploring various genres of video games, students will also have the opportunity to learn key 21st century skills such as learning to code through Minecraft and learning to collaborate with one another.
Twice a month on Wednesday afternoons from 3:15pm - 4:15pm.
Contact Ms. Totherow for additional information.
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Gaming-8th Grade
The Gaming Club provides students with a sense of community that fosters digital citizenship skills. This club is an opportunity for students to socialize and have fun together based on their shared hobby of video games. Students will have opportunities to play multiplayer games in a friendly, competitive environment.
Every Thursday from 3:15 to 4:15
Contact Mr. Savo for additional information.
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Math Counts
Contact Ms. Yakaboski for additional information.
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Science Olympiad
The first SO team at Oberlin was formed in 1984. The Oberlin Science Olympiad team competes in the Raleigh Regional SO Tournament in February. Throughout the years, Daniels has periodically qualified to compete in the NCSO State Tournament in April. We welcome students who have a love for science and for learning. The Oberlin SO team consists of 18 students participating in 23 events. In September, team members are selected based on their performance on a qualifier test and teacher recommendations. SO is not a club; team members must attend scheduled practices and commit to tournament dates. Volunteer coaches are always welcome!Please visit the Science Olympiad Website for additional information.Please contact Mr. K for additional information (rkowaleski@wcpss.net). -
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books is for middle school students, grades 6-8. Students read books from a list established by the state Battle of the Books committee, and then compete in February in a WCPSS quiz-bowl-style tournament to test their knowledge of these books.Third Tuesday of the month from 3:00 to 3:45 p.m. in the Media Center
- First meeting 9/27/22
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Robotics Club
The Robotics Club is affiliated with the FIRST LEGO League. The FIRST LEGO League is a world renowned non-profit organization that promotes the use of math and science and hopes to encourage future engineers. It is a global program created to get students excited about science and technology. Geared for ages 9-14, FLL utilizes theme-based Challenges to engage kids in research, problem solving, and engineering. The cornerstones of the program are its Core Values, which emphasize contributions of others, friendly sportsmanship, learning, and community involvement. Teams mix curiosity and imagination with LEGO bricks, sensors, motors, and gears to invent unique, autonomous robots capable of completing various missions. Each September FLL teams around the world are provided with an annual Challenge. The Challenge is based on a set of real-world problems facing scientists and engineers today. It has two parts: a robot game and a project.For questions or with interest in the Robotics Club, please contact Ms. McKennie (imckennie@wcpss.net). -
Model United Nations
Model UN is an academic activity in which students can learn about diplomacy, international relations, and the United Nations. We practice speaking, debating, and writing skills as well as honing teamwork, critical thinking and leadership abilities. We practice these in preparation to attend and compete in the Fall and Spring Middle School Model UN Conventions at Appalachian State University.
For questions regarding Model UN, contact Mr. Wheat.
