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Westhampton Beach Elementary School

Clubs

Clubs

Before/After School Activities

2026-2027

    • Advisor: Ali Gogas
    • Grade Level: 5th Grade
    • Meeting Days: Tuesday-Friday (schedule varies)
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Start Date: 11/2/26
    • End Date: 1/14/27

    Each year the 5th grade students have the opportunity to work together and perform a short musical.  Students are able to participate on the stage or behind the scenes as stage crew or stage managers.  Students on the stage will learn songs and choreography and have the opportunity to audition for larger roles that may include solo opportunities.  This is a great chance for students to collaborate as a team in a creative endeavor!

     

     

    • Advisor/Co-Advisor: Joy Campagna & Dara Penn
    • Grade Level: 4th and 5th
    • Meeting Days: Tuesday
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Start Date: 11/17/26
    • End Date: 4/26/27

    The Chess Club is open to fourth and fifth grade students who are interested in learning how to play chess or improving their existing skills. Students will explore strategies, practice critical thinking, and participate in friendly matches with their peers. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, Chess Club offers a fun and supportive environment to build problem-solving skills, patience, and sportsmanship.

     

     

    • Advisor: Dawn Belson
    • Grade Level: 3rd and 4th
    • Meeting Days: Tuesday
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Dates: Please see below for specific dates for grades 3 & 4

    Westhampton Beach Elementary School offers an after-school club called the W.A.V.E.S. Environmental Club for 3rd and 4th grade students for the 2026-2027 school year. Meetings will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 3:15pm-4:00pm.

    There will be two sessions of the WAVES Environmental Club this year due to high participation. 4th Grade will meet for Session 1 and 3rd Grade will meet for session 2. Below is your child’s schedule for the Grade 4 session.  Can’t wait to see you at our first meeting. Thank you for joining!


    Session 1: 4th Grade

    November     17              (First Meeting)

    December    1,  8, 15

    January        5, 12, 19, 26

    February      2,   9           (Last Meeting) 

     

    Session 2: 3rd Grade

    February     23                       (First Meeting)

    March          2,  9, 16

    April             6, 13, 27

    May              4, 11, 25             (Last Meeting)

     

    Our goal as a club is to continue to foster and encourage the awareness, activism, and appreciation for our environment. Each meeting, we will explore a new theme related to the Earth and our environment and we will learn and discover ways in which we can actively engage our fellow students and school community. If your child is interested in joining this year, please complete a permission slip. Your child will need to return the signed permission slip no later than Wednesday, October 28th. 

    Meetings will be held in Room 203. If your child needs the late bus to get home from W.A.V.E.S., please indicate this on the permission slip. Please complete the necessary information on the form, if your child will be a pick-up car rider or will be going to SCOPE after the meeting. Please remember to update your child’s Default Plan in Pickup Patrol to reflect their participation in the club, if they are participating. WAVES will be available as a dismissal option on Tuesdays. Together, we can make a difference!

     

     

    • Advisor: Ali Gogas
    • Grade Level: 4th and 5th
    • Meeting Days: Monday
    • Times: 3:10pm - 4:00pm
    • Start Date: 9/28/26
    • End Date: TBD

    The Glee Club is a choral group of 4th and 5th grade students. Glee Club rehearsals take place on Mondays from 3:10 until 4:00 in the cafeteria. The Glee Club performs at the Winter and Spring Concerts.

     

    • Advisor/Co-Advisor: Anthony Cappiello & Kim Higgins
    • Grade Level: 4th & 5th
    • Meeting Days: Monday & Thursday
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm
    • Start Date: 10/19/26
    • End Date: 6/3/27

    The Intermediate Homework Club is a support program for students in grades 3–5. Recommended by teachers, the club provides a quiet and structured environment where students can complete homework assignments with guidance from certified teachers. Sessions are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 3:15 – 4:00 p.m., offering both academic support and an opportunity to build strong study habits.

      

    • Advisor: Joy Campagna
    • Grade Level: 3rd Grade
    • Meeting Days: Monday
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Start Date: 11/16/26
    • End Date: 2/22/27

    The Literacy Club is designed for third grade students who enjoy reading and listening to chapter books. Students will engage in shared reading experiences, discuss characters and story events, and participate in fun literacy-based activities. This club encourages a love of reading while building comprehension, vocabulary, and a sense of community among readers.

     

    • Advisor: TBD
    • Grade Level: 2,3,4, and 5
    • Meeting Days: Monday-Friday
    • Times: 7:30 AM – 8:15 AM
    • Start Date: TBD
    • End Date: TBD

    During these morning sessions, students will utilize IXL, a digital learning platform that provides specific skill plans and helps students master targeted areas of Math and ELA. This program, which is part of our ongoing commitment to providing the best possible outcomes for all students.

    Focus Areas: Math and ELA

    Drop off Location: Oneck Lane (K-2 Drop off / Pick Up Area) Transportation: Please note that transportation will not be provided. Families must arrange their child’s transportation to the program.

    Daily attendance is not required, but it is recommended that students participate as often as possible. Consistent attendance will allow for the highest level of support and progress.

     

    • Advisor: Thomas Comerford
    • Grade Level: 4th and 5th Grade
    • Times: 7:45 am - 8:15 am

    Here at Westhampton Beach we have two bands, The Beginner Band and Advanced Band.  Our  Beginner band gives students an opportunity to learn a new instrument and play together as an ensemble.  The beginner band rehearses before school on Thursday mornings and performs in the spring concert.  The advanced band meets twice a week before school on Wednesdays and Fridays.  This group performs in the winter and spring concerts as well as Flag Day and our moving-up ceremony.  

    • 5th grade band will begin rehearsing on Wednesday, September 30th at 7:45 in the elementary school cafeteria stage.  5th grade will rehearse every Wednesday and Friday morning that we have school.  

    • The 4th grade band will rehearse once we get to pg. 11 in our method book.  Typically, we start after the holiday break.  I will send home more information once we get close.  The 4th grade band will meet on Thursday mornings. 

    • Concerts: Winter Concert December 17th at 6:00 pm (Only the 5th grade band performs at this concert).  Spring Concert May 18th at 7:00 pm

     

    • Advisor/Co-Advisor: Dawn Belson & Heidi Kalmus
    • Grade Level: 1st and 2nd Grade
    • Meeting Days: Thursday
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Start Date: 11/12/26
    • End Date: 5/27/27

    The Primary Homework Club is a support program for students in grades 1 and 2. Recommended by teachers, the club provides a quiet and structured setting where students focus on homework.  Students will have an opportunity to begin their homework with re-teaching and teacher guidance. Primary Homework Club meets on Thursdays from 3:15-4:00 in Room 203. Homework Club will begin on Thursday, November 12th. The late bus is available for students who usually take the bus. Please remember to update your child’s Default Plan in Pickup Patrol to reflect their participation in the club, if they are participating. Primary Homework Club will be available as a dismissal option on Thursdays.

     

     

     

    • Advisor: Various
    • Grade Level: K-5
    • Meeting Days: Various
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm

    Session 1:
    RISE Enrichment Start Date: Week of 10/26/26
    RISE Enrichment End Date: Week of 1/11/27
    Session 2:
    RISE Enrichment Start Date: TBD
    RISE Enrichment End Date: TBD

    As part of our commitment to student success, we are excited to announce the continuation of our afterschool program, RISE (Responsive Instruction for Student Empowerment). RISE offers enrichment sessions designed to empower students and extend their learning experiences beyond the classroom.

    Our dedicated instructional staff teaches RISE sessions, which provide students with valuable opportunities to build confidence, develop new skills, and explore areas of interest. The program aims to support students in reaching their full potential by offering engaging and enriching activities tailored to each student.

    Students are selected to participate in RISE through teacher recommendation, with consideration given to factors such as academic readiness and the ability to work collaboratively. RISE offers a unique opportunity for students to receive additional support and enrichment in a supportive and nurturing environment.

    Participation is optional, but if you choose to participate, we ask for a commitment to attend all sessions. Please mark whether or not you would like your child to participate in this program and return the completed form to your classroom teacher. Transportation will be provided based on the after-school bus schedule. Consistent attendance is essential to maximizing the program's benefits and ensuring students can fully engage in the learning opportunities.

    We are thrilled to offer the RISE program once again and look forward to seeing our students thrive and grow as they participate in these enriching experiences. If you have any questions or would like more information about RISE, please don't hesitate to contact us.

     

    • Advisor: Various
    • Grade Level: K-5
    • Meeting Days: Various
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm

    Session 1:
    RISE Support Start Date: Week of 10/26/26
    RISE Support End Date: Week of 1/11/27
    Session 2:
    RISE Support Start Date: TBD
    RISE Support End Date: TBD

     

    Staff recommendations were used to select the first group of students on each grade level to participate. Students who were near or on grade level but would benefit from a boost to their skills and confidence were selected.

    The R.I.S.E. Academy will target ELA and Math with a unique focus each week. Our classroom instructional staff will plan and implement lessons to support your child over these 12 weeks. The student groups will be structured to maximize effectiveness. These will be targeted learning groups that are responsive and tailored to the specific students.

    Participation is completely optional, and while we realize there are a number of other after-school activities and commitments that may coincide with these dates, we are asking for a commitment to attend every session. If you would like your child to participate, please complete and return this form to your classroom teacher. Transportation will be provided based on the after- school bus schedule. We are excited about the continued growth of this program.

     

    • Advisor: Kim Higgins
    • Grade Level: 5th Grade
    • Meeting Days: Monday - Friday
    • Times: Morning Student Patrol: 8:25am-8:35am, Afternoon Student Patrol: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Start Date: 10/19/26
    • End Date: 6/23/26

    The Safety Patrol Club is made up of responsible fifth grade student leaders who help ensure a safe and organized arrival and dismissal each day. Safety Patrol members support students in grades K–5 by holding up bus signs to indicate arrivals, standing in strategic hallway locations to monitor traffic, and promoting safe and responsible walking throughout the building. Students also help facilitate established arrival and dismissal procedures, serving as positive role models for younger peers. Through this leadership opportunity, Safety Patrol members build responsibility, teamwork, and school pride while contributing to a safe and supportive school environment. Students will have the opportunity to attend a Long Island Ducks game on June 10th, 2027, to celebrate their leadership and responsibility as a Safety Patrol member. 

     

    • Advisor: Jennifer Kast
    • Grade Level: 5th Grade
    • Meeting Days: Thursday
    • Times: 3:15 pm - 4pm
    • Start Date: 10/15/26
    • End Date: 6/3/27

    Student Council is a group of 5th graders who work on Community Service Projects for the Westhampton Community and help create a better Westhampton Beach Elementary School. 

    These are some examples of projects or activities we have participated in the past:

    • The Veterans Day Assembly
    • The Flag Day Assembly
    • Kindness Week Kindness Greeters
    • Thanksgiving Food Collection
    • Morning announcements for special monthly themes
    • MST Fair Snack Sale
    • Holiday Toy Collection
    • Book Collection
    • Pet Supplies Collection