Student Life

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Learning happens in a myriad of ways: at home around the dinner table, in the classroom, on the soccer field, around the Scout campfire, after school with friends, practicing speeches, preparing to proclaim scripture or baking a cake.

Our students are fortunate to also be provided with a Christ-centered environment for learning and students help plan and participate in the weekly school Masses as cantors, choir members, readers, servers and gift bearers.

A variety of additional activities are offered during and after school hours to allow time to teach some of the exciting topics that guide students to personal growth. Each class has their own field trips that are planned by their homeroom teachers. Other in-school activities include class plays, Spring Musical Performances, Student Ambassadors, Spelling Bee, Geography Bee, Middle School Math Competitions, Science contests, and Service Projects.

Annual extracurricular offerings include, but are not limited to:

• Art Club
• Band
• Bellarmine Speech
• Chess Club
• Girls on the Run
• Golf
• KofC Soccer and Basketball Challenge
• Math Contests
• Math Fact Scholars
• PARISH SPORTS through CYC
• Servers
• Sewing Club
• Scouting
• Student Council
• Vacation Bible School

Art Club (Fee Based)
Art Club (Gr. 3-5) and Mini Art Club (Gr. K-2) meet once or twice per month depending on the project.

Bellarmine Speech League
Students in grades 6 – 8 are eligible to participate. Practice is held on Mondays after school for competitions in November, February, March and April (Finals).  Students may present a speech in the Humorous, Serious, or Duet category.

Chess Club  (Fee Based)
This eight week after school program is open to all grades starting with kindergarten.  Instructors are on hand to train beginners in the rules of chess and assist at all skill levels.

Student Ambassadors
Middle School students are selected by the principal to act as representatives for Christ, Prince of Peace School at school and parish functions and even outside functions as needed.  Student Ambassadors are also responsible for giving tours to potential families.

MIDDLE SCHOOL EXPLO

EXPLO is a special program for middle school students at Christ, Prince of Peace School. The purpose of the program is to offer students a chance to explore an “Elective” curriculum opportunity during their school year.

Choices include but are not limited to:

• Pottery
• Drama
• Fitness
• Knitting
• Needlework
• Student Video News
• Team Building Activities

STUDENT COUNCIL

Student Council gives students the opportunity to assume a leadership role within the school. Students in Grades 6-8 are given the chance to run and serve for one year on STUCO.  Meetings are held once a month to plan activities, to promote school spirit, and to encourage community service.

STUCO ACTIVITIES:

• Spirit Cart
• Trivia
• Seasonal / Holiday Events
• Spirit Day – Catholic Schools Week Activities
• Dress-Out Days

School Band (Fee Based)

CPOP Cadet (gr. 4) & Middle School Band (5-8) are open to any student without a level of previous instrumental experience, though performance in elementary band is always preferred. The primary focus of the band is to expose students to new music that offers new and exciting challenges. New rhythms and musical styles, as well as scales will be the backbone of those challenges. Students will meet during the school day once a week as a class, with lessons once a week, provided at various times during the day.  Exceptions are made for students with extenuating circumstances with instruction prior and post school.

Over the course of the year, students can expect to perform in two formal concerts, several MS Honor Bands, and the STL archdiocese middle school band festival.  Students in gr. 7 & 8 may also audition for the MMEA Metro 8 MS Honor Band.

Various opportunities for performance or study of music outside of band class are available, including solos, small ensembles (duets, trios, quartets, etc.). Independent study on secondary instruments may also be available with the instructor’s approval.