{"id":3874,"date":"2017-08-11T13:09:28","date_gmt":"2017-08-11T13:09:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www5.milwaukee.k12.wi.us\/school\/howard\/?page_id=3874"},"modified":"2026-02-05T16:13:50","modified_gmt":"2026-02-05T16:13:50","slug":"activities","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/activities\/","title":{"rendered":"Activities"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; admin_label=&#8221;section&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_row admin_label=&#8221;row&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Text&#8221; module_class=&#8221;page-intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.24.0&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221;]Students at Bay View Montessori School can participate in extracurricular activities, clubs, and showcases focused on the arts, athletics, community service, and more. [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=&#8221;4.27.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;||12px|||&#8221; hover_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; theme_builder_area=&#8221;post_content&#8221; sticky_enabled=&#8221;0&#8243;]Our teachers, coaches, and parent volunteers support extracurricular activities because these help students explore career interests, develop new talents and skills, and make friends. Students who represent their school out in the community gain leadership experience and strengthen school pride.<\/p>\n<p>Bay View Montessori School extracurricular activities are listed below. Contact our parent coordinator or your student\u2019s classroom teacher to learn more about them.<\/p>\n<h2>Athletics<\/h2>\n<p>Coached by parent and community volunteers, the Bay View Montessori Huskies welcome athletes of all abilities, in grades one through eight, to represent our school in several sports.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Basketball<\/li>\n<li>Cross country<\/li>\n<li>Flag football<\/li>\n<li>Soccer<\/li>\n<li>Volleyball<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Clubs<\/h2>\n<h3>Chess<\/h3>\n<p>Students sharpen their critical thinking and strategic skills while learning the classic game of chess. Whether beginner or experienced, 1st through 8th grade students are welcome to join and play in a supportive, low-pressure environment. Weekly meetings happen in the morning and students have the option to participate in weekend tournaments.<\/p>\n<h3>Lego Robotics<\/h3>\n<p>Founded in 2014, Bay View Montessori\u2019s <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO League team made history as the first such team in Milwaukee Public Schools. Students in grades one through six build LEGO-based robots and compete in engineering tournaments. Coached by adults, supported by teammates, and challenged by competitors, <em>FIRST<\/em> LEGO leaguers apply real-world math and science content and strengthen their critical-thinking, team-building, and presentation skills.<\/p>\n<h3>Gamers Unplugged<\/h3>\n<p>Led by Upper El teacher Mr. Bryan, Gamers Unplugged invites students to explore the world of tabletop games, from strategy classics to cooperative adventures. The club emphasizes critical thinking, communication, and good sportsmanship in a fun, screen-free environment. It\u2019s the perfect space for students to connect, play, and problem-solve together. With the help of the PTO, Gamers Unplugged hosted it&#8217;s first Family Game Night in 2025.\u00a0 The next one is already planned for January 2026.<\/p>\n<h3>Crochet Club<\/h3>\n<p>In Crochet Club, students learn the basics of crochet and work on fun, hands-on projects like bookmarks, bracelets, and small plushies. Lead by the beloved Ms. Donna, the club encourages patience, focus, and artistic expression in a calm, social setting. No prior experience is required. Students are required to provide their own materials.<\/p>\n<h3>Pok\u00e9mon Club<\/h3>\n<p>Started in 2025, thanks to one parent&#8217;s incredibly generous donation of thousands of cards and half a dozen board games, Pok\u00e9mon enthusiasts come together to battle, and explore the world of Pok\u00e9mon through games and storytelling. The club fosters creativity, teamwork, and respectful play. No experience or materials needed. Students will make a deck to use from the donated cards.<\/p>\n<h3>Futura Spanish<\/h3>\n<p>Since 2001, Futura Language Professionals has been a pioneer in Spanish enrichment programming. Located directly at your child\u2019s school immediately before or after the traditional school day, Futura classes provide an unparalleled convenient and affordable way to get a jump start on your child\u2019s language education in a fun, age-appropriate manner.<\/p>\n<h3>Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast<\/h3>\n<p>Through enriching experiences like extraordinary field trips, sports skill-building clinics, community service projects, cultural exchanges, and environmental stewardship, girls grow courageous and strong. Bay View Montessori School is home to two troops!<\/p>\n<h3>Girls on the Run<\/h3>\n<p>Third through eighth graders enjoy fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness, and decision-making skills. Dynamic lessons instill valuable life skills including the important connection between physical and emotional health.<\/p>\n<h3>Scouting America (SA)<\/h3>\n<p>MPS students participating in SA, formerly Boy Scouts of America, belong to the youth development organization\u2019s Three Harbors Council, which delivers Scouting programs to 5,000 youth in Milwaukee, Racine, and Kenosha counties. Locally and nationally, the SA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.<\/p>\n<h3>Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA)<\/h3>\n<p>Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is a student-led club for 4th through 8th grade students.\u00a0 GSA is a safe place for students to socialize, receive support, learn more about topics they are interested in, and engage in activism.\u00a0 Highlights from previous years have included marching in Milwaukee\u2019s Pride Parade, going roller skating with students from other MPS GSA clubs, attending a GSA leadership summit, and participating in the Day of Silence.\u00a0 Everyone is welcome!<\/p>\n<h3>Black and Latino Male Achievement Buddies (BLMA Buddies)<\/h3>\n<p>Black and Latino Male Achievement Buddies (BLMA Buddies) is a club for 4th through 6th grade male students of color to promote Black and Latino male mentorship, develop young Black and Latino male leaders, practice empowerment and self-love, and target topics such as toxic masculinity.\u00a0 Students meet monthly with a small group of other Black and Latino young men to discuss and participate in activities regarding seven guiding principles: leadership development, brotherhood, community, love, cultural dignity, academic success, and self-care.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Students at Bay View Montessori School can participate in extracurricular activities, clubs, and showcases focused on the arts, athletics, community service, and more. 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First Lego Jr. is for 2nd and 3rd graders. First Lego is for fourth through eighth grades. Bay View Montessori has offered the program since 2016, begun by the initiative of a parent.\r\n\r\nFirst Lego introduces children to Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. The children work together in a team to problem solve and build models with a robotic element.\r\n<h2>Chess Club<\/h2>\r\nBay View Montessori offers Chess Club to children in 2nd grade and above. Chess Club meets once per week before school. Children who participate in Chess Club may compete in weekly tournaments through the Winter. Our Chess students bring home trophies after every competition.\r\n<h2>Drama<\/h2>\r\nOur staff and parents work from October to April to teach students songs, dances and dialog to create a well executed drama performance. Our Special Education teacher, Jill Hurst, wrote 6 musicals based on the Montessori history, biology, language and math curriculum. This is offered to 1st through 3rd graders.\r\n<h2>Spanish<\/h2>\r\nAfter school Spanish is offered through a contract with Futura Language Professionals.\r\n<h2>Sports<\/h2>\r\n<a href=\"https:\/\/mpsschoolsites.wpenginepowered.com\/bvm\/programs\/sports\/\">See our Sports page<\/a>.","_et_gb_content_width":"","_mc_calendar":[],"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-3874","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3874","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3874"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/3874\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mps.school\/bvm\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3874"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}