Are you curious about different American Indian cultures? Want to try hands-on activities and learn cool traditions? Then AIASA (American Indian After School Activities) Club is for you! At our first meeting, you get to help choose the activities we'll do! Some fun ideas include: making a traditional medicine bag, cooking a Native meal, learning about plants and going on a medicine walk, and discovering different Tribal Nations and their traditions. This is your chance to explore, create, and learn in a fun and welcoming group!

This program will be directed by the National Archery in the Schools (NASP) and DNR certified instructors. It is available to beginner and experienced archers and will follow the NASP safety, instructional, and shooting format. Participants will use the Genesis bows and supplies provided by the club. Students may ride the bus to Ridgeway and MUST be picked up by parents when done. You must be preregistered for this class. For more information go to www.archeryintheschools.org. Additional volunteer assistants are welcome with or without archery experience. SPACE IS LIMITED.

Let the artist in you shine as you learn to express yourself through the world of art. Artists will meet once a week. This club is driven by the choices and the ideas of the kids. Supplies are furnished by the After School Activities Office. Sign up now and let the artist in you shine through!

Slam dunk your way into a great basketball season! 5th and 6th grade boys will practice skills, drills, and ball control. Teams will be formed and intramural games will be played. Emphasis will be on preparing participants for competitive play as 7th graders. Practices will be held at W-K Elementary. Students will be bused to W-K Elementary and parents must pick up at the end of practice at W-K. There will be no practice on November 25 and the weeks of December 15 and 22.

Let’s shoot some hoops! 5th and 6th grade girls will practice skills, drills, and ball control. Teams will be formed and intramural games will be played. Emphasis will be on preparing participants for the competitive play as 7th graders. Practice will be held at Jefferson Elementary. Students will be bused to Jefferson Elementary and parents must pick up at the end of practice at Jefferson. There will be no practice on November 25 and the weeks of December 15 and 22.

Grab your tennis shoes, shorts, and get your best cheer moves ready. Cheerleaders will practice two times a week. Participants will work on cheers, kicks, formations, and above all, have FUN! Uniforms will be provided while cheering at a 7th and 8th grade home football game. Show your orange and black school spirit, and get ready to "Bring It On"!

It’s time to find your stride! Students will run daily, short and long distances. Participants will run a 5K early on to test their time, and again at season's end to gauge their improvement. Runners will encourage each other and learn to run as a team. Grab your shoes, make sure they are laced, it's time to find your Winhawk pace!

You just gotta dance! Dance team will teach you the basics of hip hop, jazz, and high kick dance. Dance team is for dancers of all levels and experience. There will be a final show for the parents to show off what dancers have learned. Grab a friend and your dance shoes (tennis shoes are fine) and get moving to the music! There will be no practice on November 25 and the weeks of December 15 and 22.

Drama Club (sponsored by Community Education) will be performing "The Mad Tea Party" on February 26 and 27. Mad Hatter, Dormouse, and March Hare meet for a tea party to honor Time, who has forgiven the Hatter and set time right once again. When Jabberwock comes and wreaks havoc, the tea party guests decide that something must be done! All 6th, 7th, and 8th graders are invited to join us! Auditions will be held on December 8 and 9; everyone who auditions will be given a part. Not comfortable on stage? We have a place for Drama Club members who want to work backstage or in the light/sound booth. There will be two additional meeting dates on December 3 and 22. Students' rehearsal schedules will vary according to their character. Attendance at rehearsals is critical in order to produce a quality show and Drama Club takes a lot of time and commitment. Register now...don't miss your curtain call!

THIS CLASS IS FOR STUDENTS IN 7TH AND 8TH GRADE Do you have a wild imagination? Have you ever wanted to become the awesome heroes we read in stories? Are you looking for a space to hang out with friends who share your interests of using your imagination to have fun? Then Dungeons & Dragons (D & D) Club is exactly what you're looking for! Dungeons & Dragons is one of many types of tabletop role playing games where friends work together to solve problems, overcome conflict, take on different roles from their own personality, and there's even a hint of practicing basic math. D & D Club at the WMS is a safe place for students to step out of their comfort zone and play the fantastical heroes they've always dreamed of becoming. No class December 18.

7th and 8th grade boys and girls are encouraged to come and prepare for a sport or develop a healthy lifestyle. All students must be registered and have a sports physical on file before they can participate. Students must sign up daily in the After School Activities Office to be able to attend.

Are you ready for some football? Do you love football, but tackle football isn’t quite for you? Flag football participants will learn the basics of football: throwing, receiving, kicking, etc. Teams will be formed and games will be played. Teams will develop plays with the help of their coach. Athletes will have the opportunity to play and learn different positions. Go Winhawks!

It's time to get your "A" game on! After School Activities hosts an after school homework club for students to get help. The club is staffed by college or high school students. Stay for a bit and get a start on your homework, or you can stay the entire time and keep working. Students must sign up daily in the After School Activities Office if you wish to attend. Don't let that "A" slip away. Get some Hawk Help today!

The Helping Hands Club offers students a great opportunity to make a difference in their community. Join our instructor as students decide, plan, and implement their commitment to our community. Students will build self-esteem and make new friends as they accomplish group goals. Sign up now, it's never too late to lend a Helping Hand!

Don't "Lego" your school year go by without some fun! Lego Club is student driven so the direction and/or creations will be decided upon by the participants. Legos will be supplied. This is a great club to meet new friends!

Get ready to explore, experiment, and discover with the Science Squad - a fun and exciting club where YOU help decide what we learn! This after school science club for 5th and 6th graders will focus on nurturing curiosity with hands-on inquiry about different science topics to spark a love for all things science. Each week, we'll dive into hands-on experiments, creative projects, and cool science challenges based on the topics you choose. Bring your imagination, your questions, and your love of science. We can't wait to explore with you!

Learn to skateboard or improve your skills at Anthem Skatepark (800 W 5th Street), Winona's indoor skatepark. All skill levels are welcome. Helmets and skateboards are provided to those who need them.

It’s time to get your game on! Do you like to play chess, checkers, Uno, battleship, or other strategy games? If so, you have found the perfect club for you. This group is for boys and girls of all gaming levels and a great way to meet new friends. It’s time to perfect your checkmate!

Calling all swimmers! Whether you are a beginner, intermediate, or advanced, you are encouraged to join. Swimmers will learn new strokes or perfect the ones they already know. There will also be plenty of fun time as well. Our coaches are qualified instructors and lifeguards. Bring a suit and towel from home and let’s jump on in!

Grab your racket and let's hit the court! This program is for ALL tennis levels. Participants will work on new skills while perfecting their current ones. You will play intramural games against your friends, new and old.

It's time to get your bump, set, spike going! Volleyball players, whether you know the game or not, are encouraged to join. This popular girls sport will keep you moving while you learn and perfect your skills. If you hope to play Winhawk volleyball someday, this is the starting point for you. Sign up now, you may just have an "ace" in you!