Extracurricular activities, such as sports, drama, music, dance and various clubs, are an important part of the educational experience of many students. Students who participate in these activities are more successful academically. In addition extracurricular activities build self-esteem, new friendships and most importantly the relationship with the committed staff member who directs the activities. At Public School 65Q we offer a wide variety of extracurricular activities.
144 Music and Arts brings professionals into the classrooms to conduct a series of hands-on workshops, giving students an opportunity to interact with a sector of the community most would not otherwise have a chance to meet. Our concentration is ballet, song flute and recorder.
Scholastic Book Fair connects students with books they want to read.
Clubs
- Chess provides opportunities for students to learn and play chess, which develops cognitive ability: attention, memory, analysis, and logic.
- Soccer provides development of the sport as well as a recreational and competitive activity.
- Foreign Language promotes the active use of foreign languages within our school community and beyond.
- Knitting develops the desire of a student who wants to learn to knit.
- Drama promotes students’ love and interested in theatre or theatre productions.
- Arts and Crafts lets students explore their creativity through projects and crafts
Percussion (Band) connects students with similar interest in drumming and percussion. In addition, will bring individuals with newfound interest together musically.
Student Council engages students in learning about democracy and leadership.