Poole Middle School

After School Activities

General Information about the John Poole After-School Activities Program 

After-school activities are held Tuesday through Thursday, after school every week throughout the school year, except where indicated on the school Website calendar. No activities are held on early release days or holidays. The Montgomery County Department of Recreation RecExtra program supports and supplements our after-school club offerings.  Most activities, except for interscholastic games and academic related clubs, will start at 2:45 and end at 4:15 pm.  Activity buses are available for students to ride home, but the routes are somewhat different than the regular bus routes; please check the activity bus schedule. Our consortium students will be required to have a car ride home.  Please contact Mr. Mattingly at John Poole MS if you have any questions about after-school activities program at 240-740-4200 or Edward_J_Mattingly@mcpsmd.org.     

Rec Extra Website: http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/thingstodo/youthdevelopment/recxtra.html

Rec Extra Sign-up Forms are found on the RecXtra Bulletin Board or in room 310.

Philosophy of the John Poole After-School Activities Program

We believe that after-school activities are an integral part of the total education process for middle school students. After-school activities provide students with the opportunity to extend academic opportunities, support new areas of interest, cultivate and enhance existing skills, and grow both socially and cognitively in a safe and supportive environment. We offer a broad range of activities over the course of the school year in an effort to reach out to the varied interests of our student population. Although these activities take place after the school day is over, all of John Poole P.R.I.D.E. goals and expectations remain the same. We believe the After-school Activity Program is a unique program that supports the need of all of our students. 

Activity Coordinator

• Mr. Mattingly

Activity Bus

Click here for the list of activity bus route stops.

Activities and Sponsors

List of RecXtra After-School Activities Programs 

RecXtra is a partnership between the Montgomery County Recreation Department and MCPS to provide after school programing to middle school students.  All students enrolled at John Poole are eligible and encouraged to join a RecXtra Club.  Clubs run after school Tuesdays-Thursdays between 2:45 - 4:15. Activity buses are available for students at the conclusion of clubs or students can be picked up in the carpool lane. 

There is no cost for any RecXtra Club.  Students just need to complete and return a sign-up sheet.  Space in clubs is limited and given on a first come first serve basis.

RecXtra is proud to announce several clubs starting this Fall:

MCTEF RecXtra Tennis Club - Tuesdays - Starting 9/24 - Sign-Up Link

Whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, join RecXtra Tennis Club to learn and work with Montgomery County Tennis and Education Foundation instructors.  

RecXtra Music Club - Thursdays - Starting 9/26 - Sign-Up Link

Join Mrs. Morris for Music Club after school Thursdays.  Students will have the opportunity to get small group lessons, make friends, and work on their musical skills.

RecXtra LEOS CLUB - Tuesdays - Starting 11/12 - Sign-Up Link

Join Mrs. Crutchfield and develop leadership skills by planning and implementing service activities to help the Poolesville Community.  Bring your ideas and a friend.

RecXtra The Focus Zone - Tuesdays - Starting 11/12 - Sign Up Link 

Join Mrs. Brizhik at the Focus Zone.  The Focus Zone is a supportive and calm space where students can focus on completing missing assignments, catching up on homework, or revisiting tasks they’d like to improve. Whether you're behind on work or just want a quiet environment to get ahead, this club provides a no-pressure atmosphere to help you succeed. Join us for an opportunity to stay organized, improve your grades, and ask for help when you need it.

RecXtra Homework Haven - Wednesday - Starting 11/13 - Sign Up Link

Join Mrs. Brizhik the Homework Haven, students can find a quiet, relaxed environment to focus on their academic work. Whether you need time to finish up missed assignments, work on homework, or reassess and improve previous tasks, Homework Haven is the perfect place to get things done. With support available and a friendly environment, students can stay on top of their workload without the stress.

RecXtra The Study Squad - Thursday - Starting 11/14 - Sign Up Link

Join Mrs. Polesnak for the The Study Squad.  The Study Squad is a laid-back study hall where students can work at their own pace on assignments they’ve fallen behind on, current homework, or projects needing improvement. This club offers a calm, focused atmosphere, giving students the space and time they need to succeed, without the usual classroom pressure. It's a great opportunity to boost your grades, stay on track, and ask for help whenever needed.

RecXtra Model UN - Wednesdays - Sign Up Link

This year RecXtra is proud to offer a Model United Nations Club at John Poole Middle School.  The Model UN Club is an opportunity to join PHS sponsors in exploring foreign affairs and what happens at the United Nations.  You will have the opportunity to research and debate real world issues!  

RecXtra Gaming Club - Thursdays - Sign Up Link

Join Mrs. Rice for Gaming Club after school.  Students have the opportunity to explore and play games with their friends.  Make this your club with various creative opportunities including strategy games, retro video games including Super Nintendo, and the latest PlayStation and Nintendo Switch titles.

RecXtra Digital Dojo - Tuesdays - Sign Up Link

Join Mrs. Rice for The Digital Dojo after school on Tuesdays.  Grab a friend and join the Digital Dojo for the chance to play with and compete against their friends in the latest gaming titles including Super Smash Bros, TrackMania, Madden, and many more.

Interested in sponsoring a RecXtra Club?  Have questions or concerns about RecXtra Clubs?  Contact Mr. Mattingly at Edward_J_Mattingly@mcpsmd.org

List of Intramurals After School Activities

The middle school intramural program is open to all JPMS students and is an extension of the physical education instructional program, including the development of movement skills, health-related fitness, and personal and social responsibility, conducted before and/or after school among students in the same school. The primary reason for participation is enjoyment of the activities rather than pressure to compete and win, as in athletic competition. Such an environment will enable students to extend learning of the benefits of movement, develop positive attitudes, increase self-esteem, enjoy positive social interactions, and broaden their fitness and leisure horizons.

The intramural activities are held after school on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and/or Thursdays until 4:20.  An activity bus will be provided to take you home.

The students must complete the following in order to attend the intramural activity:

1. Be academically eligible (Minimum GPA 2.0)
2. Submit the Parent/Guardian Permission Slip (paper copies in the locker rooms)
3. Students who are enrolled in physical education must actively participate in class to be eligible to participate in intramural activities on that day.

Intramural Coordinator: Mrs. Kim Gerrie   Kimberly_S_Gerrie@mcpsmd.org

List of Extra Curricular Activities