After-School Activities Program 2024 - 2025
Activity Packet
After-School Activity Coordinator: Mrs. Brewster
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Lakelands Park Middle School offers an exciting variety of after-school opportunities from 3:15 to 4:30 pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (excluding half days and unscheduled early release days). On the days we have after-school activities, students will report to the Cafeteria at 3:00 pm. We will serve a hot meal from 3:00 to 3:15 pm, and students will be dismissed at 3:15 pm to their activities.
While participating in after-school activities, students can practice leadership skills, improve their academic, musical, and athletic abilities, and participate in other endeavors that suit their creativity and personal interests. Under the supervision of a supportive, caring, and competent professional staff member or volunteer, a student will often develop an avocation that will remain a lifelong interest and source of enjoyment.
If you have any questions, please email Ms. Tamara Brewster, our After-School Activities Coordinator, at Tamara_Brewster@mcpsmd.org.
AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS IN ALL GRADE LEVELS
Club Name |
Description |
When |
Sponsor |
Book Wars |
Grade-level teams will read 8 books and 4 graphic novel series between October and March. They will meet to discuss books, answer practice trivia questions, and have fun getting to know each other. In March, teams will compete in a trivia competition against other MCPS middle schools. During the competition, judges will award prizes for team unity and spirit as well as sportsmanship. |
Starts October 2 Wednesdays (Bi-weekly) 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Greco At 3:15 pm, go to the Media Center. |
BRIICK |
BRIICK (Building Right Intentions In Curious Kids). will help young students to know and love themselves so they can confidently navigate life’s challenges and pursue their goals. |
Starts Sept. 18 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mr. G (Mr. Gregory) will pick students up from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Drama |
Drama Club provides an opportunity for students who like to act or do theatre tech to get together and enjoy drama activities. The club will have weekly meetings to plan performances, learn, improve, and plan for future Drama Club projects. |
Starts Sept. 18 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Denzel will pick students up from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Environmental Club |
Are you interested in learning more about the problems affecting our planet? Do you want to be the change that saves our planet? If so, join the Environmental Club! We will learn about things we can do to be eco-friendly, inform others about the dangers facing this world, and get our hands in the dirt creating and maintaining a native species garden. |
Starts October 1 Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mrs. Leissa At 3:15 pm, go to Room 260. |
Biking Club |
For those new to biking! Students will learn to prepare for and engage in cycling activities that will promote safety and enjoyment in cycling. While this club follows the Ride for Focus curriculum, it also will help students develop positive characteristics that can transfer to daily life and lead students to a lifelong participation in cycling. |
March 6 - May 1 Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Cassels / Mr. Bowers |
Intramural Flag Football |
Students will be given an opportunity to organize small or large flag football games with no contact. Students also will be offered the opportunity to practice in small groups if they choose. |
Sept. 17 - Oct. 23 Tuesdays & Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mr. Childers will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Homework Club |
Are you interested in getting a jump start on your homework assignments? Are you interested in having free time at home instead of being overwhelmed with work? Homework Club allows you to get a head start and also receive assistance and ask questions to help achieve success and understanding of your assignments. |
Starts Sept. 18 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mrs. Brewster will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Jazz @ LPMS |
Welcome to the Jazz Band at Lakelands! We jam out to rock, jazz, Latin, fusion music, and more. Prior playing experience is a must! All instruments are welcomed, but please note that this is not an instrument instruction course. |
Starts October 16 Wednesdays 3:15 - 4:25 pm |
Mr. Stuart At 3:15 pm, go to the Band Room. |
Library Advisory Board & Tech Team |
The Library Advisory Board will assist in creating monthly book displays and book promotions, seasonal decorating of the library, reshelving books, organizing the library space, and assisting with recommendations for approved book purchases. In addition, students interested in being trained to help troubleshoot classroom tech are encouraged to join. |
Starts Sept. 18 (biweekly) Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Greco At 3:15 pm, go to the Media Center. |
Minority Scholars Program |
The Minority Scholars Program is a student-led group whose mission is to help increase the academic success of minority students and foster positive relationships. Student participants will develop leadership skills, an appreciation of various cultures, and a sense of belonging. This club is open to everyone. |
Starts Sept. 26 Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Reed will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Publications Club |
Have your voice heard and your work seen! Students interested in contributing to school publications will meet on Wednesdays. If you like to write, draw, take photographs, design layouts, or create games, puzzles, and comics, we have a place for you in Rm. 140! |
Starts Sept. 25 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Tippets will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Safe Space
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Safe Space is a club to provide a safe and welcoming space for LGBTQ+ students and their allies. In addition to being a social and fun place for peers to gather, the club will focus on providing resources and support, and fostering pride and visibility of LGBTQ+ within the Lakelands school and community. |
Starts Oct 22 Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mr. Rojas Godoy will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
SGA |
The Student Government Association is a group of student leaders from Grades 6, 7, and 8. Students can run for elected official positions or choose to be active members and representatives. Students plan and execute fundraisers, events, and activities that promote community outreach and school spirit. Students also have the chance to interact with SGA organizations from other MCPS middle schools throughout the year. SGA is a great club for students hoping to develop their leadership skills and become an active part of the LPMS community. |
Starts Sept. 25 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Reed will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Intramural Basketball |
Students will practice basketball skills and organize small games. Students also will be offered the opportunity to practice in small groups if they choose. |
Starts Sept. 26 Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mr. Denney or Mr. Johnson will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Intramural Ultimate Frisbee |
Ultimate Frisbee is a fast-paced team game similar to football. We will mix in frisbee golf and other frisbee games as well. |
Sept. 19 - Nov. 14 Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mr. Bowers will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Intramural Pickleball |
Students will be given the opportunity to play Pickleball games as well as practice Pickleball skills. |
Sept. 18 - May 14 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Wolff will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
eSports |
Students will create teams and engage in eSports in a fun, safe and competitive environment. Students will compete in organized league tournaments. |
October 7 - April 22 Tuesdays & Thursdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Ms. Wolff will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Model United Nations Club |
Do you love to argue? Well, argue in debates at our new Model United Nations club! Here, you will become a stronger leader and public speaker by role playing characters and representatives from various countries. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in Model U.N. competitions. |
Starts Sept. 25 Wednesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Dr. Ellerbe will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Math Team |
Math Team is a place where students will have the opportunity to explore math outside of what they learn in the classroom and gain problem-solving skills in math competitions. Math Team is open to all students! |
Starts October 15 Tuesdays 3:00 - 4:30 pm |
Mr. Cohen will pick up students from the cafeteria at 3:15 pm. |
Intramurals |
Additional intramurals will likely be added throughout the year. Check back for updates! |
TBD |
LPMS Activity Bus Calendar
Activity buses will only run on the days listed below.
ACTIVITY BUSES ARE AVAILABLE TUESDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, AND THURSDAYS, at 4:30 pm UNTIL MAY 14, 2025 (*UNLESS ACTIVITIES ARE CANCELED*).
Month |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
September |
No Activity Bus September 17 |
September 18 |
September 19 |
September 24 |
September 25 |
September 26 |
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October |
October 1 |
October 2 |
No Activity Bus October 3 |
October 8 |
October 9 |
October 10 |
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October 15 |
October 16 |
October 17 |
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October 22 |
October 23 |
October 24 |
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October 29 |
October 30 |
October 31 |
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November |
No Activity Bus November 5 |
November 6 |
November 7 |
November 12 |
November 13 |
November 14 |
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November 19 |
November 20 |
November 21 |
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No Activity Bus November 26 |
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December |
December 3 |
December 4 |
December 5 |
December 10 |
December 11 |
December 12 |
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December 17 |
December 18 |
December 19 |
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WINTER BREAK- No School- No Activity Buses- |
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January |
No Activity Bus January 2 |
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January 7 |
January 8 |
January 9 |
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January 14 |
January 15 |
January 16 |
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January 21 |
January 22 |
January 23 |
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January 28 |
January 30 |
Month |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
February |
February 4 |
February 5 |
February 6 |
February 11 |
February 12 |
February 13 |
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February 18 |
February 19 |
February 20 |
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February 25 |
February 26 |
February 27 |
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March |
March 4 |
March 5 |
March 6 |
March 11 |
March 12 |
March 13 |
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March 18 |
March 19 |
March 20 |
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March 25 |
March 26 |
March 27 |
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April |
April 1 |
April 2 |
April 3 |
April 8 |
April 9 |
April 10 |
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SPRING BREAK- NO School- NO Activity Buses |
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April 22 |
April 23 |
April 24 |
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April 29 |
April 30 |
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May |
May 1 |
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May 6 |
May 7 |
May 8 |
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May 13 |
May 14 |
No Activity Bus May 15 |
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No Activity Bus May 20 |
No Activity Bus May 21 |
No Activity Bus May 22 |
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No Activity Bus May 27 |
No Activity Bus May 28 |
No Activity Bus May 29 |
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June |
Activity Buses Have Concluded for the School Year |
LPMS ACTIVITY BUS ROUTES
*** If you plan to pick your child up after activities, you must be present by 4:25 pm or your student will need to ride the activity bus home.
Bus #1 Route: OPEN (Bus #2324 Covering)
- Muddy Branch Rd & Governor Square Apts
- West Side Drive, Orchard Park Dr @ Mill Green Ave (CC)
- Purchase Street, Dosh Dr & Sioux Lane
- Long Draft Road (Bennington) Stone Ridge Drive
Bus #2 Route: Run by Bus #2304
- Lakelands Development Darnestown Road & Orchard Drive
- Blackberry Drive, Riffle Ford Road, Darnestown Road
- Norman Drive & Blue Mountain Court
- Seneca Road River Road
- Spring Meadows Drive & Poplar Hill Road
- Poplar Hill Rd & Kelly Farm Rd
- Berryville Road
- Germantown Road
- Black Rock Road
Bus #3 Route: Run by Bus #2320
- The Eaves Apts. QO Blvd @ Ent by Pool (Used to be called Clusters & Grove Park)
- Rabbit Road & Pheasant Run Road
- Pheasant Run Rd & Clopper Rd
- Parkview Ave & Grand St @ Comm. Center
- Brown Station ES
- Diamond ES
Please Note: Stops may be adjusted, if necessary, due to the number of students on each bus.