Battle of the Books/Book Club
Battle of the Books is an energizing program at St. Mary Nativity School for grades 3-8. Students are divided into teams and given a list of books to read. During the Battle, teams collaborate to answer questions both oral and written about the books. The team with the highest score wins that Battle. The highest-scoring team then goes on to Battle the winning teams from other schools.
STREAM (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Art, and Math)
A STREAM club and curriculum designed to inspire critical thinking, collaboration, and student inquiry using an integrated and applied approach all while encouraging students to take risks and solve real problems is needed. Supported by SMNS’s Long-Range Strategic Plan, backed by research, and guided by the 2016 International Society for Technology in Education standards, St. Mary Nativity School will work to provide learners in the club opportunities to participate in “engagements” with partners.
Altar Servers
Altar Serving is a parish ministry program and is offered through the parish. Please contact the Parish Office for further information at 815-722-8518.
Chess (Pending)
Students are taught the basics and get playing right away. For students who are experienced, they will receive challenging chess lessons, exciting tournaments, fun, team activities, and more!
Cooking/Culinary
Is open to all 5th– 8th graders. The kid chefs will do the prepping and cooking. All tools, ingredients, and instructions are provided to cook up a delicious, healthy and hearty after-school snack each week.
Dance
Classes are led by Ms. Gina Flemming. Each session introduces various styles of dance that support our Athletic Program.
Drama (Pending)
Classes are available for students from Preschool-8th Grade. Students perform in Christmas and Spring productions.
LEGO Robotics: Discover and Build (Level 1)
Classes are part of our STREAM program for 2nd-8th Grade. Students develop a design mindset while building and programming small-scale robots.