After-School Activities
View the list of after-school activities for the fall semester below.
If clubs are scheduled to meet on a day when school is closed or if there are unforeseen closures, clubs will not meet.
At the end of the meeting times, students should be picked up at the front of the school or sent to the After School Program (which has a separate registration and fee). Please note that you must register for the After School Program on the ProCare website before utilizing ASP services. If you would like more information about the After School Program, please contact Mrs. Osborne (cosborne@nwclassical.org)
MONDAY
MS and JV Quiz Bowl
Moderator: Dr. Smith, Mr. McGee, Mr. Schott, Mr. Cole, Mr. Read, and Dr. Fiege
Eligible grades: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Capacity: 35
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Quiz Bowl is a fast-paced, team-based academic competition that challenges students' knowledge across a variety of subjects, including history, literature, science, mathematics, Fine Arts, current events, and more. Students work together to answer challenging questions, developing quick thinking, teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills along the way.
Middle School and Junior Varsity teams will compete in at least two Saturday tournaments each semester against schools from across Georgia. Whether you're passionate about academics or simply enjoy learning new things, Quiz Bowl is a fun and engaging way to challenge yourself, build confidence, and be part of a supportive team.
*Students with Monday sports practices are still encouraged to participate! We will also host an unofficial Friday morning meeting for those who are unable to attend Monday afternoon practices.
Australian Rules Football Club
Moderator: Mr. Pagnozzi
Eligible grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Start your Australian Rules Football journey! It's not Rugby, it's not American Football, and it's not English Football either! Come learn the basics of this unique and exciting sport!
Students will train and learn through fun drills, including running, kicking, and bouncing an egg-shaped ball. As they build their skills and confidence, students will put them into action through small-sided Touch Footy games. No experience required, just come to learn, move, and have some fun.
Lego Club
Moderator: Ms. McHughes
Eligible grades: 3, 4, 5
Capacity: 16
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Attention, aspiring Master Builders! Get ready to create, design, and build in Lego Club! Each week, students will take on a new build challenge designed to spark creativity, problem-solving, innovation, and an eye for design. With new twists and challenges this year, there will always be something exciting to build!
Students will also work together as a team to create larger masterpieces, developing collaboration and communication skills along the way. Whether you're a seasoned builder or just love to create, Lego Club is a place to build, experiment, and have fun!
Mahjong Madness
Moderator: Mrs. Brown
Eligible grades: 5-12
Capacity: 10
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description: Learn how to play this fun and strategic tile game that combines tactics, problem solving, and skill. Think Rummikub meets chess! Students will develop strategy, critical thinking, and decision-making skills while enjoying some friendly competition.
Mock Interview Society
Moderator: Mrs. Scholtens
Eligible grades: 9, 10, 11, 12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Prepare for your future with practical skills you can use in college, internships, jobs, and beyond! This club bridges the gap between the classroom and the professional world by helping students build confidence and develop essential interpersonal and communication skills.
Students will explore topics such as resume and cover letter writing, using AI effectively and responsibly, professional communication, workplace interactions, and interviewing. Through hands-on activities and mock interviews with peers and adults, students will gain experience and confidence in navigating real-world professional situations.
Bloom Crew Garden Club
Moderator: Dr. Bonnette and Mrs. McLeod
Eligible grades: 4, 5
Capacity: 25
Meeting time: Monday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Each week, students will discover the joy of gardening through hands-on activities and outdoor exploration. From planting seeds and caring for flowers to learning about soil, insects, compost, and weather, students will develop responsibility, patience, and an appreciation for the natural world.
Club activities will include planting, garden-themed crafts, nature journaling, and caring for a shared garden space. Along the way, students will learn about science, sustainability, and stewardship while working together and watching their efforts grow. No green thumb required, just curiosity and a love for the outdoors!
Little Spartans, Big Spirit!
Moderator: Mrs. Harvill
Eligible grades: K, 1
Capacity: 13
Meeting time: Monday , 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: August 31
End date: December 7
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Get ready to cheer, dance, and show your Spartan pride! Designed especially for kindergarten and first-grade students, this high-energy club introduces our littlest Spartans to the basics of cheer, dance, rhythm, teamwork, and school spirit in a fun and encouraging environment.
Students will build confidence, coordination, and community while learning fun cheers, chants, and a dance routine. Our Club Coach, Mrs. Harvill, cheered, danced, and even served as a mascot throughout middle school, high school, and college. Now, she is FIRED UP to show our small-but-mighty Spartans the ropes and help them discover just how much fun it is to hype up the crowd!
TUESDAY
Student Newspaper
Moderator: Ms. Kinnett
Eligible grades: 6-12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Tuesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: September 1
End date: December 8
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Join the Student Newspaper Club and help create a published monthly newspaper that celebrates life at NCA. Club members will write, edit, proofread, and design each issue. Each edition may feature student, faculty, and staff spotlights, sports, fine arts, school news, and more.
Any student may submit content for consideration. Club members will review submissions, collaborate to assemble each issue, and prepare it for print. The goal is to publish one edition each month through the academic year.
WEDNESDAY
Youth Yoga K-2
Moderator: Mrs. Yandle
Eligible grades: K, 1, 2
Capacity: 24
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: September 2
End date: December 9
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Learn to move, breathe, and find balance! Students will practice yoga movements and breathing techniques designed to relieve tension while building flexibility, core strength, balance, and body awareness. After moving, students will have time to slow down, breathe deeply, and practice mindfulness through meditation focused on truth, beauty, and goodness.
Each class will also include a read-aloud centered around a different virtue, creating opportunities for reflection and meaningful discussion. The club will be taught by a certified 300-hour instructor from Yoga Abbey.
Chess Club - Lower School
Moderator: Mr. Davis and Mrs. Mascarenas
Eligible grades: 4, 5, 6
Capacity: 16
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: September 2
End date: December 9
Fee: $100
Program Description:
The Chess Club welcomes students of all skill levels, from beginners learning the basics to experienced players looking to sharpen their strategies. Each week, students will build their skills through instruction, practice, and friendly competition in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Throughout the semester, students will learn fundamental chess concepts, openings, tactics, and strategies while developing critical thinking, problem-solving, patience, and good sportsmanship. Whether you're learning your first move or refining advanced techniques, Chess Club offers a fun and challenging experience for everyone.
SAT Prep Club
Moderator: Dr. Travillian
Eligible grades: 9-12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: September 2
End date: December 9
Fee: $100
Program Description:
The SAT Prep Club is designed to help students build confidence and strengthen skills needed for the SAT through focused instruction and practice. Meetings will be divided between SAT Math and SAT Reading & Writing, with students working through different question types, strategies, and practice problems.
Due to limited meeting time, the club will focus on skill-building and guided practice rather than full-length practice exams. Students will be encouraged to practice SAT’s outside of club meetings to track their progress and continue preparing for test day.
Kilometer Kids Running
Moderator: Mrs. Bermann & Mrs. Wilson
Eligible grades: 1, 2
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: September 2
End date: December 9
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Kilometer Kids is a game-based curriculum that is designed to teach kids the importance of goal setting, healthy eating habits, respect, being a team player and building good sportsmanship. Throughout the 10-week season, every Kilometer Kid will take part in structured games and short runs with the goal of completing a cumulative 13.1 miles (1/2 Marathon). Being a Kilometer Kid is not about being the fastest or just winning. Instead, it's all about working hard, encouraging others, building confidence, and having fun while participating in physical exercise and activity.
Chess Club - Upper School
Moderator: Mr. Davis and Mrs. Mascarenas
Eligible grades: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
Capacity: 16
Meeting time: Wednesday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: September 2
End date: December 9
Fee: $100
Program Description:
The Chess Club welcomes students of all skill levels, from beginners learning the basics to experienced players looking to sharpen their strategies. Each week, students will build their skills through instruction, practice, and friendly competition in a supportive and encouraging environment.
Throughout the semester, students will learn fundamental chess concepts, openings, tactics, and strategies while developing critical thinking, problem-solving, patience, and good sportsmanship. Whether you're learning your first move or refining advanced techniques, Chess Club offers a fun and challenging experience for everyone.
THURSDAY
Youth Yoga 3-5
Moderator: Mrs.Yandle
Eligible grades: 3, 4, 5
Capacity: 24
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: September 3
End date: December 10
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Learn to move, breathe, and find balance! Students will practice yoga movements and breathing techniques designed to relieve tension while building flexibility, core strength, balance, and body awareness. After moving, students will have time to slow down, breathe deeply, and practice mindfulness through meditation focused on truth, beauty, and goodness.
Each class will also include a read-aloud centered around a different virtue, creating opportunities for reflection and meaningful discussion. The club will be taught by a certified 300-hour instructor from Yoga Abbey.
Investment Club
Moderator: Mr. Martini
Eligible grades: 9-12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: September 3
End date: December 10
Fee: $100
Program Description: The Stock Market Club will give students the opportunity to learn about investing, money management, and how the stock market works through a free stock market simulation. Led by Senior Ben Battista, students will practice making investment decisions, explore how markets change, and develop valuable financial skills without the risk of using real money. The club combines learning with friendly competition as students build their understanding of investing in a fun and interactive way.
Photography Club
Moderator: Ms. Janad
Eligible grades: 9-12
Capacity: 15
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: September 3
End date: December 10
Fee: $100
Program Description:
The Photography Program invites Upper School students (Grades 9-11) to explore photography as both a technical craft and a powerful form of expression. Open to all experience levels, the program introduces students to the fundamentals of digital photography, including composition, lighting, manual camera settings, and photo editing. Through hands-on, student-led projects, participants will learn to capture compelling images, tell meaningful stories, and develop their unique artistic voice. All cameras and equipment are provided.
Students in this program will also have the opportunity to photograph school events, including Athletics, Fine Arts, and student social events. Selected photographs may be featured in the yearbook and shared on NCA’s social media platforms.
NCA JCL
Moderator: Mr. Schott, Mrs. Eubanks, and Mr. Gonzalez
Eligible grades: 7-12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: September 3
End date: December 10
Fee: $100
Program Description:
The NCAJCL gives students the opportunity to explore the ancient world through academics, arts, athletics, and competition. Students can participate in Academic Testing, where they can earn recognition and awards, or compete in Certamen (Latin Quiz Bowl). Creative students can showcase their talents through visual arts competitions, including categories such as sculpture, photography, and jewelry. Students who enjoy athletics can participate in Ludi (team sports) and Olympika (individual sports), with opportunities to compete and earn awards.
In the fall semester, we will prepare for Fall Forum in October and carry that momentum into the spring as we compete at the State Convention in March. Whether you are interested in Latin, history, art, athletics, or friendly competition, NCAJCL offers many ways to get involved and challenge yourself.
Men’s Virtuous Ultimate
Moderator: Mr. Bly
Eligible grades: 9-12
Capacity: 20
Meeting time: Thursday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Start date: September 3
End date: December 10
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Enjoy a game of Ultimate Frisbee while building teamwork, communication, and sportsmanship. Each meeting will also include a short discussion focused on a character virtue, encouraging personal growth both on and off the field.
FRIDAY
Youth Yoga 6-9
Moderator: Mrs. Yandle
Eligible grades: 6, 7, 8, 9
Capacity: 24
Meeting time: Friday, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m
Start date: September 4
End date: December 11
Fee: $100
Program Description:
Learn to move, breathe, and find balance! Students will practice yoga movements and breathing techniques designed to relieve tension while building flexibility, core strength, balance, and body awareness. After moving, students will have time to slow down, breathe deeply, and practice mindfulness through meditation focused on truth, beauty, and goodness.
Each class will also include a read-aloud centered around a different virtue, creating opportunities for reflection and meaningful discussion. The club will be taught by a certified 300-hour instructor from Yoga Abbey.