Co-Curricular Activities
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At Central Middle School, co-curricular activities give students the opportunity to explore interests beyond the classroom, build new skills, express creativity, and connect with others through shared passions. These programs are designed to promote teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and personal growth in a fun and supportive environment.
Each activity is led by staff advisors who bring both expertise in their field and a deep understanding of working with middle school students. While some activities include competition, our focus is not on winning, but on effort, enthusiasm, and learning through experience. We believe that participation helps students grow both intellectually and athletically.
Use the tabs below to explore the wide range of activities and sports available. Please note that offerings may vary from year to year depending on student interest. Additional opportunities may also be added throughout the school year.
Registration
Students interested in participating in sports, clubs, or activities are encouraged to register through Skyward Family Access.
Activities
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Art Club is a creative space for students who enjoy expressing themselves through visual arts. Open to all grade levels, Art Club provides opportunities to explore various mediums such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media. Members may participate in school beautification projects, community art displays, and seasonal art activities. No prior experience is required just a passion for creativity and a willingness to try new things!
Questions: TBD
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Backyard Games Club gives students a fun and active way to connect with their peers through a variety of recreational games. Activities may include cornhole, bocce, and other indoor or outdoor games focused on participation, teamwork, and friendly competition.
Questions: Hannah Mueller hmueller@hjt1.org
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Boys Basketball is a winter sport offered to 7th and 8th grade students as part of the Braveland Athletic Conference. The season includes regular practices, home and away games, and opportunities to build skills in teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. Players work to develop their abilities in shooting, passing, defense, and game strategy while representing Central Middle School in competitive play. Tryouts may be held depending on the number of interested participants.
Questions: 7th Grade - Mr. Farbisz - kfarbisz@hjt1.org 8th Grade - Mr. Piehl - apiehl@hjt1.org
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Chess Club offers a fun and strategic environment for students of all skill levels to learn, play, and improve their chess game. Members will have the chance to participate in friendly matches, tournaments, and strategy sessions. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, Chess Club is a great place to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while having fun.
Questions: Mr. Brinkmann - jbrinkmann@hjt1.org
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Cross Country is a fall sport available to students in all grade levels. Athletes train to build endurance and speed while running long-distance courses over varied terrain. Practices focus on conditioning, pacing, and teamwork, and students compete in meets throughout the season as part of the Braveland Athletic Conference. Cross Country encourages personal growth, resilience, and a strong sense of community. All experience levels are welcome!
Questions: Head Coach: Erik Green - egreen@hjt1.org
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Esports Club provides students an opportunity to connect with others through team-based competitive gaming. Students will build communication, teamwork, problem-solving, and good sportsmanship while participating in a fun and collaborative environment.
Questions: Mrs. Radtke - zradtke@hjt1.org
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Forensics is open to students in grades six through eight.. Forensics is for students who enjoy acting or public speaking and wish to improve their oral presentation skills. Competitors choose from several individual or group categories (some memorized and some not), learn how to interpret or present information and then compete at several contests, some after school and some on Saturdays, from January through February. Participants attend coaching and practice sessions after school. Each year several students qualify for and compete at the Wisconsin State Forensics Tournament in March.
Questions: Forensics Chair: Alysha Frazier - afrazier@hjt1.org
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Girls Basketball is a fall sport for 7th and 8th grade students and part of the Braveland Athletic Conference. The season includes practices, games against other schools, and a focus on both skill development and team collaboration. Players will grow in confidence, discipline, and athleticism while learning the fundamentals of the game in a competitive and supportive environment. Tryouts may be held if interest exceeds available roster space.
Questions: 7th Grade - Mr. Piehl - apiehl@hjt1.org 8th Grade - Mr. Farbisz - kfarbisz@hjt1.org
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Math & Science Club is for students who enjoy exploring, experimenting, building, and solving problems. Students will participate in hands-on challenges and activities that encourage curiosity, creativity, collaboration, and critical thinking in math, science, engineering, and STEM.
Questions: Breanna Glenon - bglenon@hjt1.org
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Students work together to share the stories of Central Middle School! Members can explore writing, interviewing, and design while creating content that highlights school events, activities, students, and staff. Questions: Mrs. Bourbonnais - sbourbonnais@hjt1.org
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Intramural Basketball is open to boys and girls in 6th grade and will run from January through mid-February. This program provides an opportunity for students to build basketball skills, stay active, and enjoy friendly competition. Interested families should complete co-curricular registration through Skyward Family Access before participating.
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Outdoor Club is perfect for students who enjoy nature and exploring the world around them. Activities may include hiking, fishing, birdwatching, conservation projects, and learning basic outdoor skills. The club promotes appreciation for the environment, teamwork, and wellness through outdoor adventures. Students of all grade levels are welcome to join, and activities may vary by season and weather.
Questions: TBD
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The Central Middle Student Council is made up of members from each grade level. Prospective members fill out application forms, write an essay and obtain signatures from references. Members are chosen from those applications based on completeness, essay qualities and the references they obtain. Student Council members plan school activities, competitions, participate in community service projects, work on fundraisers and attend leadership training seminars. Members must maintain academic and behavioral eligibility, pay a fee and be able to attend meetings during and after school. Student Council is a great place to learn how to work in a group, plan activities and become a leader!
Questions: Student Council Advisors: Madeline Walton - mkanas@hjt1.org Erica Eggert - eeggert@hjt1.org
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Track & Field is a spring sport open to all grade levels and offers a variety of athletic events including sprints, distance running, relays, long jump, high jump, and throwing events. Students will work to improve their individual skills, build endurance, and compete against other schools in the Braveland Athletic Conference. Track & Field promotes fitness, goal-setting, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a supportive and energetic environment. No prior experience is required, just a willingness to try your best!
Questions: Head Coach: Erik Green - egreen@hjt1.org
Seasons
| Athletics | Dates |
| Cross Country | Sept – Oct |
| Girls Basketball (7th-8th) | Sept – Oct |
| Boys Basketball (7th-8th) | Nov – Jan |
| Intramural Basketball (6th) | Jan – Feb |
| Track & Field | April – May |
| Activity | Dates |
| Art Club | Year Long |
| Chess Club | Year Long |
| Forensics | December – March |
| National Junior Honors Society (7th & 8th grade only) | Year Long |
| Outdoor Club | Year Long |
| Pep Band/Jazz Band | Year Long |
| Student Council | Year Long |
| Yearbook/AV Club | Year Long |
National Junior Honor Society
The National Junior Honor Society 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, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1929.
Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in official Honor Society activities. NHS and NJHS chapters are found in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, many U.S. territories, and Canada. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service.
History
The National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) officially established NJHS in 1929, eight years after it founded National Honor Society for high school students. Under the leadership of Dr. Edward Rynearson, principal of the Fifth Avenue High School in Pittsburgh, the organization grew from the original Alpha Chapter at the Fifth Avenue School to more than 1,000 chapters by 1930. Equipped with a constitution, an emblem and motto, and a group of dedicated principals as coordinators, the new NJHS organization quickly developed into one of the country's leading educational groups.
Five main purposes have guided chapters of NJHS from the beginning: to create enthusiasm for scholarship; to stimulate a desire to render service; to promote leadership; to encourage responsible citizenship; and to develop character in the students of secondary schools. These purposes also translate into the criteria used for membership selection in each local chapter.
Contacts
Office Secretary
Moises Casiano
mcasiano@hjt1.org or 262-673-8040
Athletics & Activities Director
Mr. Jordan Stephans
JStephans@hjt1.org or 262-673-8040 ext. 1007