Student Activities at Las
Vegas Day School

LVDS’s Game Club invites second graders to the delightful world of traditional board and card games. This club is a perfect venue for young students to engage in fun, interactive play while learning valuable skills.

Club Highlights:

• Traditional Games: Exploring a variety of classic board and card games.
• Skill Development: Enhancing strategic thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Social Interaction: Encouraging cooperation, turn-taking, and healthy competition among peers.
• Fun Learning Environment: Providing a relaxed and enjoyable setting for students to learn and play.

Game Club is an excellent opportunity for students to take a break from their regular academic routine and enjoy the intellectual and social benefits of playing traditional games in a friendly and guided setting.

Our Art Club offers a creative outlet for students in grades 2 through 5, exploring a diverse range of artistic techniques. It’s a space where young artists can express themselves and expand their artistic abilities.

Key Features:

• Techniques Explored: includes painting, clay and paper sculptures, among others.
• Creative Expression: Encourages students to express their creativity and develop their unique artistic styles.
• Skill Development: Focuses on improving artistic skills and introducing new art forms.

Art Club is an ideal platform for students to explore their artistic interests, learn new techniques, and engage with fellow young artists in a supportive and inspiring environment.

Our Chess Club is a nurturing ground for all levels of chess players, from beginners to advanced. It offers an excellent opportunity for students to develop their strategic thinking and problem-solving skills through this timeless game.

Club Features:

• Learning from Experts: Guidance and strategy lessons from a Chess Master.
• Participation: Engaging in simultaneous exhibitions, challenging multiple opponents at once.
• Tournaments: Opportunity to compete in several tournaments, including the prestigious Nevada State Tournament.
• Skill Development: Focused on enhancing critical thinking, strategic planning, and foresight.

Chess Club at LVDS is an ideal platform for students to hone their chess skills, learn from seasoned players, and compete at various levels, all while being part of a supportive and intellectually stimulating community.

STEM Club encourages students to focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Students participate in fun STEM challenges, MythBusters-style projects, and more.

Club Highlights:

• Developing Skills: Students will develop and broaden critical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills.
• Fostering Innovation: Exploring their creativity to come up with solutions to problems.
• Fun Learning: Participating in engaging activities that make STEM projects exciting.

STEM Club offers a creative and hands-on environment for students to further explore their problem-solving skills.

LVDS’s Lego Engineering Club offers an engaging platform for students in grades 2 and 3 to delve into the world of engineering using Legos. This club is designed to spark creativity and foster essential skills in young learners.

Club Activities:

• Engineering Challenges: Solving problems through hands-on Lego projects.
• Skill Building: Developing problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
• Creative Exploration: Encouraging imaginative and innovative designs.

Lego Engineering Club is an excellent way for students to learn basic engineering concepts, enhance their creativity, and have fun in a collaborative environment.

The Sign Language Club at LVDS introduces students to the basics of sign language, offering a unique opportunity to learn a new form of communication.

Club Activities:

• Basic Vocabulary: Learning fundamental sign language phrases, sentences, and the Pledge of Allegiance.
• Interactive Learning: Engaging in activities, games, videos, and songs to reinforce learning.
• Inclusive Communication: Promoting an understanding and appreciation of sign language as a means of communication.

The Sign Language Club provides an inclusive and fun environment to explore and learn sign language.

Musical Theatre is a lively and energetic group perfect for students who have a passion for acting, singing, and dancing. It’s a stimulating program for performers to explore their acting talents and stage presence.

Highlights:

• Acting Training: Learn acting skills through selective roles based on ability and experience.
• Instrumental Skills: Developing the ability to sing and perform with accompanying music.
• Performance Opportunities: Students perform for the entire student body as well as parents.

Musical Theatre offers a structured environment for students to enhance their vocal abilities, learn dance choreography, and enhance acting skills while gaining confidence in the performing arts.

Spanish Club at LVDS is a vibrant and engaging club for students interested in learning and practicing the Spanish language through various interactive methods.

Club Highlights:

• Language Skills: Developing basic Spanish language skills through play, music, dance, and art.
• Cultural Exposure: Gaining an appreciation for Spanish culture.
• Fun Learning: Participating in enjoyable activities that make learning Spanish exciting.

Spanish Club offers a playful and immersive environment for students to learn spanish and explore a new culture.

Minecraft Club at LVDS opens a world of digital creation for students in grades 3 and 4. This club utilizes the popular game Minecraft as a tool for creative expression and collaborative learning.

Club Highlights:

• Digital World Construction: Building and exploring in the Minecraft universe.
• Creativity and Innovation: Encouraging imaginative and unique designs.
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Working together to achieve common goals within the game.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Overcoming challenges and finding solutions in gameplay.

Minecraft Club is an ideal place for students to enhance their digital literacy, foster creativity, and develop teamwork skills in an engaging and familiar virtual setting.

Choir is a vibrant and dynamic group perfect for students who have a passion for singing. It’s an exciting platform for young performers to explore their musical talents and stage presence.

Choir Highlights:

• Musical Training: Learning to follow a conductor and sing in simple harmonies.
• Instrument Skills: Developing the ability to accompany singing

The Band Program offers a comprehensive musical experience with three distinct bands: Beginner, Pep, and Advanced Bands.

Band Types and Opportunities:

• Beginner Band: Ideal for students new to and or with limited experience. Focuses on concert band instruments and performs concerts throughout the school year.
• Pep Band: Energizes school spirit by performing at pep rallies and sporting events. Suitable for students who enoy a lively performance atmosphere.
• Advanced Band: This ensemble focuses on more intricate musical pieces and also performs concerts throughout the year. Some advanced students will be selected to play more challenging pieces.

Band is designed to nurture musical talents in students from grades three to eight, offering varied opportunities to perform, learn, and grow as musicians in a supportive and dynamic setting.

LVDS’s Book and Movie Club offers an enriching experience for fifth graders, combining the joy of reading with the excitement of visual storytelling. This club is a perfect blend of literary exploration and creative expression.

Club Activities:

• Reading and Discussion: Students select and read novels, followed by group discussions to delve deeper into the themes and characters.
• Creative Projects: Engaging in projects that allow students to creatively express their interpretations and insights about each story.
• Movie Screenings: Upon completing a novel, the club watches the corresponding movie adaptation, offering a comparative look at the book and its cinematic portrayal.

The Book and Movie Club is an ideal avenue for students to enhance their reading skills, engage in thoughtful reading skills, engage in thoughtful discussions, and experience the interplay between literature and film in a fun and collaborative setting.

Yoga/Wellness Club at LVDS offers a peaceful and nurturing environment for students to explore yoga and mindfulness practices.

Club Features:

• Yoga Practice: Engaging in various yoga poses suitable for all levels.
• Mindful Activities: Learning about mindfulness and meditation.
• Wellness Focus: Emphasizing physical and mental well-being through yoga.
• Inclusivity: Open to students of all yoga levels.

Members are required to bring their own yoga mats, allowing them to engage fully in the club’s activities. This club is a great way for students to learn about self-care and relaxation techniques.

Our Eco Art Explorers Club is for 4th and 5th graders who love art and the outdoors! Students explore the nature of Las Vegas through fun, hands-on art projects inspired by local plants, animals, and landscapes.

Key Features:

• Create Art from Nature: Drawing, painting, and mixed-media projects inspired by the desert and wildlife.
• Explore & Discover: Learn about local ecosystems through art, stories, and observation.
• Special Visitors & Virtual Field Trips: Meet artists and nature experts and explore cool places from the classroom.
• Optional Weekend Adventures: Visit nearby natural areas with your family to learn, sketch, explore, and get inspired. These will be scheduled once a month.

Eco Art Explorers Club is a fun way to make art, learn about nature, and discover the amazing environment right outside (and sometimes within) our city.

Math Olympiads is a club dedicated to students in grade 5 who have a passion for mathematics and problem-solving. This club participates in an international contest, representing LVDS as a team.

Club Focus:

• International Contests: Participating in monthly contests on a global platform.
• Mathematical Skills: Enhancing knowledge in algebra, geometry, problem-solving, probability, and logic.
• Team Collaboration: Working together as part of the LVDS team in international competitions.
• Advanced Understanding: Developing a deeper grasp of complex mathematical concepts.

Math Olympiads offers a challenging and stimulating environment for students to excel in mathematics and represent their school in international competitions.

Our Art Club offers a creative outlet for students in grades 6 through 8, exploring a diverse range of artistic techniques. It’s a space where young artists can express themselves and expand their artistic abilities.

Key Features:

• Techniques Explored: Students explore watercolor, acrylic as well as many other techniques in both 2D and 3D design.
• Creative Expression: Encouraged to express their ideas and develop their unique styles.
• Skill Development: Focuses on improving artistic skills and introducing new art forms.

Art Club is an ideal platform for students to explore their artistic interests, earn new techniques, and engage with fellow young artists in a supportive and inspiring environment.

The Band Program offers a comprehensive musical experience with three distinct bands: Beginner, Pep, and Advanced Bands.

Band Types and Opportunities:

• Beginner Band: Ideal for students new to and or with limited experience. Focuses on concert band instruments and performs concerts throughout the school year.
• Pep Band: Energizes school spirit by performing at pep rallies and sporting events. Suitable for students who enoy a lively performance atmosphere.
• Advanced Band: This ensemble focuses on more intricate musical pieces and also performs concerts throughout the year. Some advanced students will be selected to play more challenging pieces.

Band is designed to nurture musical talents in students from grades three to eight, offering varied opportunities to perform, learn, and grow as musicians in a supportive and dynamic setting.

Middle school students engage in the joy of reading by sharing stories with Kinderschool and first-grade students, fostering a love for books and reading in younger students.

Our Chess Club is a nurturing ground for all levels of chess players, from beginners to advanced. It offers an excellent opportunity for students to develop their strategic thinking and problem-solving skills through this timeless game.

Club Features:

• Learning from Experts: Guidance and strategy lessons from a Chess Master.
• Participation: Engaging in simultaneous exhibitions, challenging multiple opponents at once.
• Tournaments: Opportunity to compete in several tournaments, including the prestigious Nevada State Tournament.
• Skill Development: Focused on enhancing critical thinking, strategic planning, and foresight.

Chess Club at LVDS is an ideal platform for students to hone their chess skills, learn from seasoned players, and compete at various levels, all while being part of a supportive and intellectually stimulating community.

Choir is a vibrant and dynamic group perfect for students who have a passion for singing. It’s an exciting platform for young performers to explore their musical talents and stage presence.

Choir Highlights:

• Musical Training: Learning to follow a conductor and sing in simple harmonies.
• Instrument Skills: Developing the ability to accompany singing

Critter Club offers a unique experience for students to interact with and care for a variety of animals in the LVDS Science Room.

Club Highlights:

• Animal Care: Learning about and caring for bearded dragons, geckos, a desert tortoise, a blue-tongued skink, and a ball python snake.
• Responsibility: Developing a sense of responsibility and understanding of animal needs.

This club is perfect for students interested in biology and the care of diverse species.

Drama Club is a creative outlet for students to explore the world of theatre and acting.

Club Focus:

• Theatrical Skills: Learning about stage presence, stage directions, and audience engagement.
• Performance: Participating in a play and showcasing acting talents.

Drama Club is perfect for students interested in acting, stage performance, and the dramatic arts.

Future City engages students in solving sustainability issues through the Engineering Design Process and project management skills.

Club Activities:

• Sustainability Projects: Researching, designing, and building solutions for citywide sustainability issues.
• Competitions: Showcasing solutions at state and potentially national competitions.
• Skill Development: Enhancing research, engineering, and presentation skills.

Future City is ideal for students interested in engineering, sustainability, and competitive projects.

History of Film Club offers a unique perspective on movies as an art form, exploring various aspects of film history and genres.

Club Focus:

• Film Education: Learning about the evolution of moviemaking, sound, color, animation, and various genres.
• Appreciation of Cinema: Gaining a deeper understanding of films and their impact.

This club is perfect for students interested in film history, production, and cinematic storytelling.

MATHCOUNTS is a competitive math club focused on enhancing and testing mathematical skills through regular meetings and regional competitions.

Club Highlights:

• Skill Building: Strengthening various math skills.
• Competitions: Participating in the regional MATHCOUNTS competition.
• Academic Recognition: Earning extra credit in Math class for dedication to mathematical excellence.

MATHCOUNTS Club is suited for students who excel in math and enjoy challenging competitions.

Math Olympiads offers an opportunity for sixth graders to engage in worldwide math competitions, focusing on creative problem-solving strategies.

Club Activities:

• Global Competition: Participating in monthly online problem-solving challenges.
• Strategy Development: Discussing and sharing strategies for innovative problem-solving.
• Team Collaboration: Working together to achieve high scores compared to other schools.
• Academic Recognition: Earning extra credit in Math class for commitment to math excellence.

Math Olympiads is ideal for students who enjoy math challenges and out-of-the-box thinking.

Musical Theatre is a lively and energetic group perfect for students who have a passion for acting, singing, and dancing. It’s a stimulating program for performers to explore their acting talents and stage presence.

Highlights:

• Acting Training: Learn acting skills through selective roles based on ability and experience.
• Instrumental Skills: Developing the ability to sing and perform with accompanying music.
• Performance Opportunities: Students perform for the entire student body as well as parents.

Musical Theatre offers a structured environment for students to enhance their vocal abilities, learn dance choreography, and enhance acting skills while gaining confidence in the performing arts.

NJHS is a prestigious organization recognizing outstanding middle school students for their achievements in scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

NJHS Highlights:

• Academic Excellence: Members must maintain a minimum of 3.67 GPA and have straight A’s in citizenship.
• Service Opportunities: Members engage in service activities for the school and community.
• Leadership Development: NJHS fosters leadership qualities among members.

NJHS at LVDS is an opportunity for eligible students to be recognized for their academic and personal achievements, while actively contributing to their community.

Newspaper Club allows students to report on events at LVDS, providing a platform for developing journalistic skills.

Club Activities:

• Reporting: Covering school events, interviewing guest speakers, and writing articles.
• Photography: Capturing moments and events through photography.
• Publication: Contributions may be featured in the school yearbook.

Newspaper Club is ideal for students interested in journalism, photography, and capturing school life.

Robotics Club offers students the chance to delve into the world of robotics using Lego Spike kits.

Club Focus:

• Robot Building and Coding: Constructing and programming simple robots.
• Technology Skills: Using iPad software for programming and testing designs.
• Creative Problem-Solving: Enhancing skills in design, construction, and coding of robots.

Robotics Club is perfect for students interested in technology, engineering, and programming, providing hands-on experience in robotics.

NJHS is a prestigious organization recognizing outstanding middle school students for their achievements in scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship.

NJHS Highlights:

• Academic Excellence: Members must maintain a minimum of 3.67 GPA and have straight A’s in citizenship.
• Service Opportunities: Members engage in service activities for the school and community.
• Leadership Development: NJHS fosters leadership qualities among members.

NJHS at LVDS is an opportunity for eligible students to be recognized for their academic and personal achievements, while actively contributing to their community.

Strength and Conditioning Club focuses on enhancing students’ physical health through proper exercise techniques.

Club Activities:

• Physical Training: Learning strength and conditioning techniques.
• Endurance building: Enhancing cardiovascular and muscle endurance.
• Overall Health: Promoting overall physical fitness and well-being.

This club is ideal for students interested in fitness, health, and developing their physical activities.

Student Council is central to fostering school spirit and unity at LVDS, involving elected members in planning and executing various school events.

Student Council Roles:

• Event Planning: Organizing spirit weeks, dances, fundraisers, and competitions.
• School Spirit: Encouraging student involvement and expression.
• Community Building: Developing initiatives to unite students and create memorable experiences.

Student Council offers leadership opportunities and a platform to positively impact school culture.

Video Production Club provides students with an opportunity to explore the world of digital filmmaking and editing.

Club Focus:

• iMovie Training: Learning the basics and advanced features of iMovie.
• Video Editing: Understanding importing, trimming, arranging clips, and more.
• Creative Projects: Collaborating on video projects, incorporating titles, transitions, sound effects, and music.

This club is perfect for students interested in video production, storytelling, and digital creativity.