Clubs & After School Activities

Via Community Programs

The North Andover Middle School Cross Country program is back for the fall of 2019.  Our athletes train for running on roads, trails, and fields in races ranging from just over one mile to as long as 2.3 miles in a safe, social environment with experienced coaches.   

Prior running experience is not necessary. Our athletes will progress at their pace throughout the season. We will work with the athletes to create and follow through on appropriate goals as well as meet new people and develop relationships among students across all three grades at NAMS.

Who: Any NAMS student in grades 6-8 as of September 2020

When: Practices are Mondays and Wednesdays 2:35-4:15 starting 9/4/19

Where: Meet in Symmes Lobby at NAMS. We go from there.

Cost: $70 Covers all meet fees.

For more information (schedule, uniform, practice info, policies, etc) please visit: https://sites.google.com/northandoverpublicschools.com/namsxc/home 

To register, please visit:  
Community Programs website

Registration closes on 9/13.

Questions? Email sturtevantd@northandoverpublicschools.com

The Gender and Sexuality Alliance is a group that creates a safe place where all students can come together to discuss their individual thoughts and ideas. The GSA club will meet together to talk about different ways to promote school-wide acceptance and advocacy of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender issues. All students in the NAMS community are welcome to join this club. For questions, please contact Grey Conti at contig@northandoverpublicschools.com 

For more information visit the NAMS GSA website at:

https://sites.google.com/northandoverpublicschools.com/nams-gsa/home

Are you a writer? An artist? A poet? Are you looking for ways to display your creativity? Join the NAMS Literary League! This club will work to collect submissions, design, publish, and distribute the NAMS Literary Magazine!  We will be meeting on Tuesdays from 3:00pm- 3:45pm. All meetings will be held virtually. All grades are welcome! Our first meeting will be held on Tuesday, October 20th.

Please email Mrs. Cyr at  cyrc@northandoverpublicschools.com for more information and to receive a Google Meet link to our first meeting.

Interested in improving your math problem-solving skills? Join the MATHCOUNTS Math Club!  In MATHCOUNTS, learning math is fun, social, and supportive.  We inspire curiosity and build confidence in students of all levels. Members of the MATHCOUNTS Math Club will also get to participate in the MATHCOUNTS competition series, where students from all 50 states will come together to engage in a series of in-person contests.  Our MATHCOUNTS Math Club Advisor is Mr. Smith and his email is smithw@northandoverpublicschools.com

The NAMS Jazz Band performs a wide variety of music from swing to latin, rock to funk. Jazz Band is open to all students with at least a year experience on their instrument by audition. Students should look for a Google Form in Google Classroom to sign up. Rehearsals will be held on Google Meet to start on Thursdays after school from 3pm-4pm. Please contact Mr. Nelson at nelsonc@northandoverpublicschools.com with any questions.

TBA

Student Leadership is a student led organization that welcomes students in grades 6 - 8 to work together to promote:  school spirit, positive school culture, inclusion of all students, and a stronger sense of empathy by supporting various charitable organizations.  While some events and activities like the Fall Food Drive, Spring Spirit Week, and ongoing Courtyard Improvements, are annual, Student Leaders get to choose projects and activities in which they are interested - as long as they fall into one of our three initiatives: School Improvement, School Spirit and Service. 

Regular (virtual or in-person) monthly meetings will be held for all members.  Sub Committees meet more during particular projects and events; based on student schedules and availability.

This year's Student Leadership advisors are Erien Gordon, Jim Gosselin, & Michaela Blaney

The yearbook is designed to highlight and commemorate each grade and their most memorable times at NAMS. A collection of student pictures, candids, faculty and most important events are included each year.  The NAMS Yearbook Club is composed of students wishing to be yearbook photographers and/or be a part of the yearbook design. Yearbook photographers are asked to cover all aspects of student life – from classroom activities to after-school activities.  The yearbook design staff helps with the layout of the yearbook and at the end of the year,organizes the yearbook distribution.

Yearbook is a great way to meet new friends and express yourself creatively, and each student's contribution to the yearbook can be seen come to fruition when the yearbook arrives in June!

Advisor:  Ms. Barron who may be contacted by email at barronm@northandoverpublicschools.com

After Hours Clubs/Activities - Winter Session 2026

After Hours Programs offer a variety of clubs/activities after school free-of-charge to all students. The courses are designed to give middle school students a chance to try something new, share an interest with others, or just to have a place to hang out after school in a safe, welcoming environment. This opportunity is possible thanks to our NAMS PTAC and the money we raise through our annual fundraiser.

Mondays (1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16)

• Library Hangout - Ms. Reusch, Library
• Dungeons & Dragons Club - Mrs. Manning, S105
• Soccer Club for 6th Graders - Ms. Pino, Gym

Tuesdays  (1/20, 1/27, 2/ 3, 2/10, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17)

• Art Club - Ms. Tomkins, Art Room, RA102
• Library Hangout - Ms. Reusch, Library
• Basketball Club - Ms. Pino, Gym
• Dungeons & Dragons Club - Mrs. Manning, S105

Thursdays   (1/22, 1/29, 2/ 5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/ 5, 3/12, 3/19)

• Library Hangout- Ms. Reusch, Library
• Soccer Club for 7th & 8th Grade- Ms. Pino, Gym
• Stitch Circle- Ms. Duchesneau, C106

How do I sign up?

Students simply need to show up for whatever club they are interested in on the first day it is offered.  Students will be asked to sign in and sign out of the club each day. 

Please note: 

All participants must make arrangements for getting home at 3:20 pm

If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Keefe in F111 after school anytime or KeefeC@NorthAndoverPublicSchools.com

After Hours Clubs/Activities Descriptions - Winter Session 2026

LIBRARY HANGOUT (Monday, Tuesdays or Thursday ) - The library will remain open for students to check out books, study, do homework, work on projects, or just hang out and enjoy the library!

DUNGEON & DRAGONS CLUB (Monday or Tuesday)-. Enjoy this time playing D&D with your friends after school. Use your imagination, dice, and character sheets to tell a story and embark on an adventure

SOCCER (Monday or Thursday)- Come enjoy an hour of soccer to unwind from your day! We can play full court, half court, skills & drills or any other games that suit the group. All skill levels are welcome. Lace up your sneaks and join us for some fun!

ART CLUB (Tuesdays ) - More art time after school?! Obviously this is a "yes please!" You might grab your sketchbook and fine tune your individual technique with some inktober sketching. You might dive into painting, or a craft. This club gives you an opportunity to explore art and craft materials beyond what is offered in the curriculum independently, or with friends. If you don't have art yet with me, come get in the art zone with us on Tuesdays.

BASKETBALL  (Tuesdays) - Come enjoy an hour of shooting hoops to unwind from your day! We can play full court, half court, Knockout, HORSE, or any other games that suit the group. All skill levels are welcome. Lace up your sneaks and join us for some fun!

STITCH CIRCLE (Thursdays) -Do you knit, crochet, or embroider?! Come hang out with a group of people who share your passions and hobbies. Share your latest WIPS (works in progress), get tips, feedback and praise for your cool creations. Listen to music, talk, and stitch to your heart's desire. Students will need to bring their own supplies and projects.