At Saint Ambrose Catholic School, our students are well-balanced in and out of the classroom. We have a robust extracurricular Clubs and Activities program. All are encouraged to become engaged in any of our exciting clubs this season!

Fall Semester Clubs Begin in late September. Information will be shared after Labor Day.
FALL Semester Club Sign- ups will open September 11, 2024 for SAS run clubs. Any submissions prior to September 11th will be deleted by the system as we are in testing.
SPRING Semester Club Sign-ups will open on January 8, 2025 for SAS run clubs.

A reminder that Young Rembrandts, Classroom Antics, and Chess Club also require registration on their websites directly and require payment directly. You will not be enrolled in these clubs without confirmation email from these vendors directly. please see below!

Questions? Please contact Mrs. Michelle Dietrich, MDietrich@StASchool.us

• Please reach out directly to the club contact listed with questions or for further information.
• Check each club for confirmed starting date.

Athletics at SAS operate through the parish CYO program. Please visit www.StAmbrose.us/Athletic-Boosters for more information and to register for sports.
Winter Sports Sign- UPs for Basketball will be shared the end of September.

CYO Athletic Director Contact: Mr. Ryan Harrington, ryanh@sales-team.biz.

Meeting: During the school day, alternating days during Fall Semester.
Time: This club meets during lunch with Mrs. Grama.
Location: TBD
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Maria Grama
Contact: MGrama@StASchool.us

Join us as we lift our voices in song! New this year, this club meets DURING SCHOOL!

Meeting: Mondays, weekly.
Time: 2:45pm- 4pm
Location: The Church
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Ms. Michelle Cha
Contact: MCha@StAmbrose.us

Join Mrs. Kinley and Mrs. McCarthy-Reed on Friday afternoons once a month to usher in the weekend and cap off the week creatively! Mrs. Kinley will be using multi-mediums to explore and refine art concepts and skills through drawing, pastel, watercolor, paint and multi-media. We will have so much fun in the process! Creative expression is encouraged!

Students recommended to pack an old shirt to wear as smock over their uniforms. Supplies are provided.

Meeting: Meets on the Last Friday of Every Month |Fall Semester Dates: 9/27, 10/25, 11/22(due to Thanksgiving week), 12/20 (Due to Christmas break).
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: Fine Arts Room, School.
FEE: $48. Includes all supplies.
Faculty Moderator: Mrs. Julia Kinley & Mrs. McCarthy-Reed
Contact: JKinley@StASchool.us

This class will cap at 28 students. Additional students will be added to the waiting list. Spring Semester Art Club has a separate registration, enrollment is by semester only. This club and fee are per semester. Spring Art Club registration opens on 1/8/25. Students are not auto-admitted to spring semester if enrolled in the fall semester.

Student Ambassadors in Action program currently utilizes our NJHS and Student Council Students. Please sign up if your student is interested in helping at after school Admissions and school events for the 2024-2025 school year. We will contact you for student training and participation. Service hours are available. This club meets exclusively outside of the school day for commitments. Teacher recommendation is required.

Angel Ambassador Opportunities: Open Houses: Sunday, November 3rd, Sunday, January 26th. Concerts- December and April. Graduation in May.
Time: After School
Location: TBD
Cost: Free | Application and Teacher Recommendation REQUIRED
Faculty Moderators: Mrs. Michelle Brousek and Mrs. Breanne Logue- IA Office
Contact: MBrousek@StASchool.us

Meeting: This club occurs during the school day on alternating days of the week.
Time: During Lunch
Location: School, Room 201
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Maria Grama
Contact: MGrama@StASchool.us

Boy Scout Troop 513, chartered by St. Ambrose Church since 1971, is a youth organization targeted to young boys between the ages of 11-18. Under the guidance of more than 25 adult leaders, the scouts will develop various skills including strong character, timeless values, and leadership. Troop 513 uses a variety of methods to promote these core values. Sign up for this directly through the Boy Scouts. The school does not manage this club or attendance. We are sharing the opportunity.

This club is full for the 2024-2025 school year and considers new members in the spring for the following school year. Please contact Mrs. Collins with interest to be added to communication list in the spring for more information. Students are required to have regular commitment before the school day to participate.

Meeting: During the School Day
Location: Gillingham Center for Innovation (DLL)
Cost: Free
Faculty Moderator: Mrs. Jennifer Collins
Contact: JCollins@StASchool.us

Join the leaders of song and celebrate Mass together as part of our School Liturgical Music Team.

Meeting: Part of Gaudete Choir.
Time: During the School Day
Location: TBA
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Ms. Michelle Cha
Contact: MCha@StAmbrose.us

AUDITIONS REQUIRED. Please reach out if interested in auditioning.

This is an Engineering After-School Program provided by an outside vendor with trained teachers. Nuts and Bolts is the first curriculum.

Meeting: Tuesdays- offered in 4 week modules | Session 1: 9/24-10/15
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: School
Cost: $85 per session (Session includes 4 weekly modules and supplies)
Instructor: Classroom Antics
Contact: shellie@classroomantics.com
Website: ClassroomAntics.com

Module 1 – Nuts and Bolts 9/24, 10/1, 10/8 & 10/15 $85

Module 2 – Crazy Chemicals 10/22, 10/29, 11/2, 11/19-$85

Module 3 – Sounds Like Engineering 11/26, 12/3, 12/10 – $85

Module 4 – Planes, Trains, and Auto Engineers 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4 (make-up 2/11) $85

Module 6 – Gold Medal Engineering 4/8, 4/15, 4/22 (make-up 5/6)

THIS IS AN OUTSIDE VENDOR. ONLINE PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. This club requires a minimum number of students enrolled, from this outside vendor.

Meeting: Monthly
Time & Location: Varies- this club meets at indoor climbing facilities that provide equipment.
Cost: Pay as You Go/Depends on Location
Club Moderator: Rob Ostrom
Contact: robert.ostrom@att.net

Please sign up if you are interested. Your contact information will be provided to the club moderator and you will be included on meet up days and times and events. This club meets monthly.

Continue your knowledge of chess in a competitive environment with peers. Must know how to play the game of chess to participate in this club. Beginner chess players should instead consider Progress with Chess to learn the game of chess.

Meeting: Weekly on Tuesdays | Fall Semester Session: September 17th- November 12th (9 Sessions)
Time: 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: GIC
Cost: $63
Faculty Moderator: Mrs. Jennifer Collins
Contact: JCollins@StASchool.us

Club limit: 16 students, waitlist applies.

This Bible study will examine, learn and pray together incorporating a love for all things Disney! Mrs. Grama is the perfect leader with a heart for both the Bible and Disney.

Meeting: During the school day on alternating days.
Time: Meets during Lunch
Location: TBD
Cost: Free
Contact: Mrs. Maria Grama- MGrama@StASchool.us please email with interest.
Students should bring a Bible.

Join us for NBA Hoops to strengthen your math skills! We are going to make math fun again! Who knew math could be so enjoyable you’d want to stay after school for it? The NBA Math Hoops After School Program is offered to grads 4-8.

If interested, permission slips can be requested by contacting the email below.

Meeting: Weekly on Mondays- First Class is 9/23/24
Time: 3:00 pm – 3:45 pm
Location: School
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Mrs. Rachel Buttitta
Contact: RButtitta@StASchool.us
Club limit: 32 students, waitlist applies. This club will meet Fall Semester only.

Join us as we LEARN the game of chess, which has been shown to improve higher level thinking skills such as memory, concentration and pattern recognition! No previous experience is necessary. This is the club to join to learn the game of chess. This club is provided by an outside vendor. Students more advanced in Chess should consider Competition Chess instead.

Meeting: Wednesdays (11 Week Session | 10/2-12/18- no class 11/25 due to Thanksgiving)
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: School
Cost: $135 Fee per session
Instructor: Stacia Pugh(Progress with Chess)
Contact: Stacia@ProgressWithChess.org

THIS IS AN OUTSIDE VENDOR PROVIDED BY PROGRESS WITH CHESS. ONLINE PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED DIRECTLY THROUGH PROVIDER.

Meeting: Monthly on Tuesdays- Fall Semester Session: 9/10, 10/1, 11/12, 12/3
Time: 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm
Location: TBD
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Maria Grama
Contact: MGrama@StASchool.us

Meeting: Auditions will be held in January 2025. Cast will begin meeting regularly January-May with Mother’s Day Weekend Performances May 9th and 10th.
Time: TBD
Location: School
Cost: Musical fee will be communicated to the cast post auditions. Parent help is also required.
Faculty Moderator: Michelle Cha
Contact: MCha@StAmbrose.us

This is an invitation only social- emotional club to foster friendship and communication in conjunction with our on staff behavioral health team. Please contact Mr. Buttita with any interest.

Meeting:
Time: 3
Location: School
Cost: FREE
Faculty Moderator: Mr. Jefffrey Buttitta
Contact: JButtitta@StASchool.us

Young Rembrandts is an after-school enrichment program that offers drawing classes for children in Grades K-5! Drawing has proven to have special significance for young learners, providing a visual and tactile medium that meets children’s learning needs.

Meeting: Mondays
Session: Fall Semester- Mondays, Weekly, 9/30-12/16 (no class 11/25 Thanksgiving week)
Time: 3:00 pm -4:00 pm
Location: The School
Cost: $176. Includes all supplies for 8 week session
Instructor: Young Rembrandts West Side
Contact: gcw@youngrembrandts.com
Website: www.youngrembrandts.com/gcw-oh

THIS IS AN OUTSIDE VENDOR. ONLINE PAYMENT AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.