WE MAKE DONALD SPECIAL- CLUBS!

There are many after school club options at Donald. Each club meets on a different day of the week, has different seasons, different meeting lengths and even different requirements for age and selection criteria. Please read ALL the important info below and reach out to us if you have questions.

Note: This year the district requires an additional paper permission form be completed in order for students to begin participation. Each club sponsor will distribute that form specific to their club.

Thank you for your interest in our Theatre club. This club is a school club run by teachers at Donald. Theatre improves learning abilities, develops leadership and communication skills, boosts self-confidence, fosters teamwork, stimulates creative thinking and problem-solving, and encourages self-expression. We will be having open registration with an audition video due Sept. 5, limited to 2nd-5th grades. We will have a limited number of students in the club. If we have more than our cap, we will have to draw names. We will create a wait list of students if future spots become available. Last year we had an overwhelming numbers of students interested. That being said, get your form and video in as soon as possible. Our meetings will take place on Mondays after school until 4:00 PM. We will put on a fall show and spring musical.

Requirements:

1-Must be able to attend the club dates. See the following page.

2- Fill out the online form. See qr code or link- https://forms.gle/ReHMakiuJdrNU1MSA

3- Parents must be present at 4:00 for pick up. Two or more late pick ups will result in dismissal from the club.

4- Two or more behaviors that disrupt the club will result in removal from the club.

5- Send in Video clip (slate) and submit the video to the sponsors. Slating in acting is a common term used to introduce yourself as part of the audition process. Here are some key components of our audition slate:

• Your name: Include the student’s first and last name. ( Hi my name is…..)

• Your grade and teacher. ( I am in ___ grade and my teacher is …)

• An interesting fact about you. ( I like to ….)

Send video to- emmettm@lisd.net

Some helpful tips:

• Keep it under 15 seconds.

• Use a clear and cheerful voice.

• Be confident.

• Look at the camera and smile.

Choir is a performance group that meets weekly throughout the whole school year. We sing traditional folk and choral music, mixed in with some occasional pop songs too! In our practices we focus on matching pitch, developing our singing voice, and learning to confidently perform in two or more parts. Sometimes we also sing in other languages! Choir performs a December and May concert, and also performs at campus and community events, such as Veteran's Day, holiday caroling at nearby assisted living centers, and singing the National Anthem at a FMHS Jags game in February. There is no audition. All 3rd-5th grade students are welcome! Students will need to wear this year's Music t-shirt (usually around $15) at all performances.

What: Donald Choir

Who: 3rd--5th grade students

Where: Music Room

When: Thursdays 3:10-4:00pm, until May

Sign Up: Complete the form here!

Questions: email Mrs. Norine norineo@lisd.net

Drumming is a performance group that meets weekly throughout the whole school year. We learn hand drumming techniques and play music inspired by sounds from Africa, the Middle East, and South America. Students will develop their sense of steady beat, improvisation and team work skills. Drumming performs a December and May concert, and may also perform at campus events through the year. There is no audition, but there is a size limit to the group. If the total number interested is more than the limit, then we will have a computerized lottery to pick the members. Students will need to wear this year's Music t-shirt (usually around $15) at all performances.

What: Donald Drumming

Who: 4th & 5th grade students

Where: Music Room

When: Wednesdays 3:10-4:00 pm, until May

Sign Up: Complete the form here!

Questions: email Mrs. Norine norineo@lisd.net

This club is for students who love to listen to and learn about all different types of music! We will become experts at 12 different pieces of amazing music from different genres. (Classical, opera, marches, jazz, etc.) Students will prepare for and attend the district listening competition, the Festival of Music Listening Masters, in April. (This event is LISD's student-friendly and accommodating version of elementary academic UIL Music Memory.) Students might earn certificates, ribbons, or medals! There are no fees or group size limits. We will meet from January until the competition at the end of April.

What: Music Listening Club

Who: 3rd--5th grade students

Where: Music Room

When: Mondays, January through April

Sign Up: Look for information to go home in early January, right after the holiday break

Questions: email norineo@lisd.net

Who: 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders

When: Wednesdays, 3:15 – 4:30 PM

• Dates:January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25

Where: Art Room

What: Session 1: Painting/ Illustration

• Theme: Texas

• Fee: $35(covers 7 Art Club days)

• Seats: Limited to 16 students

Students must audition due to limited seating. Looking for dedicated, determined, and persevering artists who are ready to grow their skills. This session will focus on building depth and layers in artwork, with select pieces submitted to art contests.heme: Painting Landscapes and Animals for Art Competition

• Students must audition due to limited seating. Looking for dedicated, determined, and persevering artists who are ready to grow their skills.

• Fee: $35 (covers 7 Art Club days)

How to Apply: Fill out this GOogle FORM:

Application Deadline: December 14, 2025 at 11 pm

Parents/ Students will be Notified December, 15 2025.

Questions: Email Annie Jackson: Jacksonh@lisd.net

Priority given to students who did not get to attend Fall Art Club.

Who: 1st and 2nd graders (Limited to 10 students)
When: Thursdays, 3:15 – 4:15 PM. (January 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25)
Where: Art Room
What: Students must audition due to limited seating. Looking for dedicated, determined, and persevering artists who are ready to grow their skills. This sessions will focus on building depth and layers in artwork, with select pieces submitted to art contests.
This is an application only. Filling out this form does not guarantee selection to be in Art Club.

Priority given to students that have applied in the fall and those who have NOT yet attended art club

Application: Please fill out this Google FORM
Application Deadline: January 4, 2025 at 11 pm
Parents/ Students will be Notified January 5

Fee: $25 (covers 5 Art Club days). Payment needed to hold spot.
RULES: Students/ parents must follow Art Club Rules and Expectations or will be removed from club.
Students must be follow directions, focus and positive/ responsible artists.
Attendance: Please plan to attend all clubs - there are no make up days. Parents must pick up at 4:15-4:20. We will meet at the front circle as a group. No Early or late pick ups.

Questions: Email Annie Jackson: Jacksonh@lisd.net

1. Priority given to students who did not get to attend Fall Art Club.

4th & 5th grade teams will participate in a First LEGO League-style robotics competition. Students will design, build, and program LEGO robots to complete as many challenges as possible in a set amount of time. Teams must use problem-solving, collaboration, and critical thinking skills to successfully complete the challenges. Our club fosters creativity and curiosity, while applying essential STEM skills in a fun and supportive environment. If you're up to the challenge, complete the application HERE by Friday, September 12th.

What: Donald STEM Academy Robotics Club

Who: 4th & 5th grade students

Where: Donald 3-5 STEM Lab

Practices: Mondays & Wednesdays 3:10-4:15 p.m. starting week of September 22nd until competition

Competition: Friday, February 27th @ Flower Mound High School

Sign up: Complete the application HERE DUE: Friday, September 12th

Questions: Email Mrs. Kitchen kitchenb@lisd.net

Run Club will meet each Thursday until 4pm. Since its still a little too hot, we won't start run club until October. We will have 2 seasons, 8 weeks in the fall and another 8 weeks in the spring (after Spring break until mid May)

What: Fall Donald Run Club (Season starts on Thursday, October 9th)

Who: 3rd- 5th grade students.

Where: Around Donald’s Campus

When: Thursdays from 3:30-4:00 (we sign in & stretch inside during dismissal until cars are gone at 3:30).

Fall Season Practice dates: 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30, 11/6, 11/13, 11/20, (off on 11/27 for Thanksgiving), 12/4. Reindeer Run 5K Saturday 12/6.

How to sign up: Sign Up HERE . The deadline to sign up is Monday October 6th. *You will need to sign up again in the spring. Students must also complete and return the LISD Club Permission Form HERE

Questions: Email Mrs. Rosier rosiera@lisd.net

What: Synchronized Jump Rope Team. (curious what that means, watch one of our performances HERE)

Who: 3rd- 5th grade students are able to try out. Only 10-12 students will be selected for the team.

Where: Gym

When: Try out Info will go out in November. Club will meet Tues & Thurs from January to Mid-March. There will be a try out video that will be shared and students will be able to learn and practice it over the thanksgiving break in preparation for tryouts on December 11th after school.

Required Performances: 2/6 KHC School Assembly, 2/6 at 7pm at FMHS Basketball Game, 3/5 at Open House

Questions: Email Mrs. Rosier rosiera@lisd.net