Activities and Athletics
Athletics
Girls and boys soccer tryouts
Tryouts for the boys and girls soccer teams will start on Wednesday March 14. Registration packets are available from Mr. Vukovich (girls coach/acting athletic director) or Mr. Ingram (boys coach). Also, check the FMS website under Activities for soccer information and forms. All paperwork needs to be turned in before March 9. Tryouts go from 2:45-4:00 p.m. Students may ride the activity buses which depart at 4:15 p.m. Parents are reminded that once a student makes the team, the MCPS activity fee must be paid before the first game.
If you have any questions, contact the FMS Acting Athletic Director Mr. John_M_Vukovich@mcpsmd.org
Clubs
After-school activities begin Tuesday, September 20 and are scheduled on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 2:45-4 p.m. Students hear about activities during morning announcements and lunches. There will be an activity fair Sept. 13th during 7th period where students will be encouraged to pick up permission slips for after school activities. The activity posters will also be available for parent viewing at Back to School Night. Parents please check the website for updates. Activity buses are provided each day and leave school at 4:15 p.m. Bus routes are different from the regular routes and are posted on the FMS website. After-School Activities Begin September 20!
Club Descriptions
Homework Club: Students who desire help with academic homework assignments or to those who would like a quiet setting to complete their homework. Students must come with homework. Students must sign up in advance of each meeting day and sign-up sheets are posted in the cafeteria. Class size is limited to 22 students Tuesdays & Thursdays and the extracurricular fee is not required. Sponsors: Mrs. Rhone & Ms. Kozma
Math On Call: "Hello. Hello. Is anyone out there? I need help. You see, I have this math problem that I can't figure out." If this has ever happened to you, then come to Math on Call after school to get a jump on nightly homework, ask questions, and even work with a friend. Math On Call is open to all FMS math students on a walk-in basis. Sponsor: Mrs. Hanlon every Wednesday
REC Extra’s Leo Club: Students with an interest in community service are welcome. The Lions Club established the club in an effort to bring youth into community service through their school. The club is dedicated to helping the community by engaging students in various community service projects. Students will receive student service learning hours for participating in projects. Wednesdays, Sponsors: Ms. Kozma & Mrs. Orzel,
School Newspaper: For students interested in writing and reporting. Students should be able to accept an assignment and complete it within a time frame. The newspaper staff generates articles, gathers student opinions, offers advice, and generally writes about topics of interest to middle school students. Articles and graphics are assembled in a printed newspaper each marking period and distributed to the student body. Wednesdays, Sponsor: Mrs. Rose, room 7
STEP Team: Step is a combination of organized dancing, stomping, and clapping to a rhythm. Step helps students to develop new communication skills, patience, coordination, and a strong discipline for performing. Students also learn the importance of teamwork. Students are required to attend practices and perform at two home basketball games and a spring county competition. The purchase of a T-shirt may be required. Sponsor: Ms. Butler, Thursdays, cafeteria
Student Government Association (SGA): Involvement in activities that promote civic duty for the FMS community, such as canned food drive, fundraisers, and dance. An election by peers to represent students in SGA takes place early fall in world studies classes. Student members may attend meetings outside FMS. An application is required for students not already elected as delegates. Application forms are available in the main hall. Tuesdays, Sponsor: Ms. Lazarick, room 15
Yearbook: Students interested in creating the annual Farquhar yearbook assist with designing layouts, taking pictures, coming up with creative ideas, and advertising the yearbook sale. Thursdays, Sponsor: Mrs. Grandin & Ms. Lazarick, room 26
REC Extra’s Drama Club: The drama club will meet in October and November. During our meetings, we will focus on preparing for the spring play. This includes workshops on how to audition, tips for acting, investigating the secret lives of the tech crew, and generally becoming comfortable with performing in front of peers. Thursdays, Sponsor: Ms. Lorenz
Spring Play: The spring play will occur at the end of April. Auditions will be in December, and rehearsals will run from December up through performances. While it is a lot of work, it is also a lot of fun. There are opportunities to both act in the play and to participate in the tech crew. Sponsor: Ms. Lorenz TBD
REC Extra’s Board Game Club: Do you like hanging out with your friends and play cards or board games, chatting and eating? Well then we have the club for you. Come on out and play your favorite game or learn a new one. All you have to do is show up with your snacks and friends. See you there! Tuesdays, Sponsor: Mrs. Ingram
Project Change: This club is for anyone who has the desire to give back and connect to our community. Ensure you have a voice and play a significant role in making our community the best it can be! Students gain a better understanding of Student Service Learning from multiple perspectives and get a first-hand look at volunteering. Wednesdays, Sponsor: Mrs. Glass rooms TBD
Intramurals: The intramural program is an extension of the regular physical education instruction program and is designed to provide a variety of interesting, diverse, and challenging sports activities to accommodate differing levels of needs, skill, readiness, and interests. The following activities are offered this fall and sign-up sheets will be available Sept. 13th at the Activity Fair. Intramurals for the fall are: basketball, capture the flag, STEP, and Kickball.
More Activities to Come…
Club and Intramural begin: Tuesday September 20th.
Activities are limited and fill up quickly.
If you have any questions, please contact Laurie Rose or Kris Rhone (After School Activities Coordinators), or Matt Green (Intramural Director)
After-School Activities Contacts:
Laurie_E_Rose@mcpsmd.org
Kristin_M_Rhone@mcpsmd.org
Matthew_D_Green@mcpsmd.org