Clubs & Activities
Something for every Blue Jay...
One of the best ways to hang out with your friends and make lasting memories in middle school is to get involved with the many clubs and activities offered before and after school. We hope every Caruso Middle School student will find at least one club to join and become passionate about!
The clubs and activities offered each year will be decided on a year-by-year basis to account for student interest.
If you have any questions please email the specific club sponsor, or reach out to our Associate Principal, Ms. Mette with general questions about our extracurriculars.
Sign Up for a Club or Activity:
Please complete the Club & Activity Participation Form and return it to your sponsor. If payment is required, submit it online through Family Access.
Jamie Mette
Assistant Principal
2025-2026 Participation Form
Our Clubs
![Illinois Student Invention Convention]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924663/dps109org/ehkdnkfrebcdyhcwbyq2/ILStudentInventionConventionClubILSICC.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924663/dps109org/ehkdnkfrebcdyhcwbyq2/ILStudentInventionConventionClubILSICC.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924663/dps109org/ehkdnkfrebcdyhcwbyq2/ILStudentInventionConventionClubILSICC.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924663/dps109org/ehkdnkfrebcdyhcwbyq2/ILStudentInventionConventionClubILSICC.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924663/dps109org/ehkdnkfrebcdyhcwbyq2/ILStudentInventionConventionClubILSICC.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924663/dps109org/ehkdnkfrebcdyhcwbyq2/ILStudentInventionConventionClubILSICC.png","width":2200}])
Runs from September to March
Meeting Days & Times:
- Tuesdays after school
Supervisor: Ms. Tanen
Fee: Free
The Illinois Student Invention Convention is a transdisciplinary K–8 program that engages students in hands-on, real-world problem-solving and phenomenon-based learning. It empowers youth to take ownership of their learning while building skills in problem identification, innovation, entrepreneurship, and creative thinking. Along the way, students develop confidence, resilience, and leadership—preparing them to become the next generation of innovators.
Using a free, standards-aligned curriculum, students follow a seven-step innovation process: identifying a meaningful problem, developing and testing solutions, and ultimately creating a working or non-working prototype. Competition opportunities are available at the state and national levels for students who are interested and qualify.
![Book Club]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924280/dps109org/djieer07z2zof26trszb/BookClub.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924280/dps109org/djieer07z2zof26trszb/BookClub.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924280/dps109org/djieer07z2zof26trszb/BookClub.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924280/dps109org/djieer07z2zof26trszb/BookClub.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924280/dps109org/djieer07z2zof26trszb/BookClub.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924280/dps109org/djieer07z2zof26trszb/BookClub.png","width":2200}])
Runs all school year
Meeting Days & Times:
- Every other Thursday starting 9/18/25 3:00-3:45pm
Supervisor: Ms. Chalfin
Fee: $60
Enjoy reading? Love talking about books? Looking to expand your reading choices? The Caruso Book Club is for you. Together as a group we will select the titles that will be read. Mrs. Chalfin will provide you with a list to choose from.
![Caruso Singers (6th)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924105/dps109org/we2nykvwimw5qogvsjlp/ChoirClub.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924105/dps109org/we2nykvwimw5qogvsjlp/ChoirClub.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924105/dps109org/we2nykvwimw5qogvsjlp/ChoirClub.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924105/dps109org/we2nykvwimw5qogvsjlp/ChoirClub.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924105/dps109org/we2nykvwimw5qogvsjlp/ChoirClub.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924105/dps109org/we2nykvwimw5qogvsjlp/ChoirClub.png","width":2200}])
Runs from August 29 to May 20
Meeting Days & Times:
- Fridays 3-3:45pm
Supervisor: Ms. Vombrack
Fee: $60
Caruso Singers is a non-auditioned, mixed choir for 6th graders only. This ensemble sings and performs various styles of 2-3 part choral repertoire. Any 6th grade student interested in Caruso Singers can join the ensemble.
![Concert Choir (7/8)]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757517244/dps109org/h6xbyf1p9mooxck0x6uk/ConcertChoir.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757517244/dps109org/h6xbyf1p9mooxck0x6uk/ConcertChoir.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757517244/dps109org/h6xbyf1p9mooxck0x6uk/ConcertChoir.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757517244/dps109org/h6xbyf1p9mooxck0x6uk/ConcertChoir.png","width":1200}])
Runs from August 25 to May 20
Meeting Days & Times:
- Mondays from 3-4pm
Supervisor: Ms. Vombrack
Fee: $60
Caruso Concert Choir is a non-auditioned, mixed choir for 7th and 8th grade students. This ensemble sings and performs various styles of 2-3 part choral repertoire.
![Drone Racing]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924626/dps109org/ky8kpyxoimburrfgqfbd/DroneRacing.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924626/dps109org/ky8kpyxoimburrfgqfbd/DroneRacing.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924626/dps109org/ky8kpyxoimburrfgqfbd/DroneRacing.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924626/dps109org/ky8kpyxoimburrfgqfbd/DroneRacing.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924626/dps109org/ky8kpyxoimburrfgqfbd/DroneRacing.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924626/dps109org/ky8kpyxoimburrfgqfbd/DroneRacing.png","width":2200}])
Runs from November to March
Meeting Days & Times:
- Mondays from 6:30-7:45am
Supervisor: Dr. Revelins
Fee: $60 (possible tournament fee)
Student-athletes will learn how to pilot a racing drone and work to earn several levels of drone piloting certifications. Student-athletes will learn how to manage the upkeep of racing drones; battery charging, drone racing time logs, etc. Student-athletes will learn how to manage a drone racing team that includes a pilot, line of site co-pilot and pit crew members. Small teams will also work together to design, test and run race courses
![Homework Club]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924007/dps109org/coor0mvmas0ntlgq0mz5/HomeworkClub.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924007/dps109org/coor0mvmas0ntlgq0mz5/HomeworkClub.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924007/dps109org/coor0mvmas0ntlgq0mz5/HomeworkClub.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924007/dps109org/coor0mvmas0ntlgq0mz5/HomeworkClub.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924007/dps109org/coor0mvmas0ntlgq0mz5/HomeworkClub.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924007/dps109org/coor0mvmas0ntlgq0mz5/HomeworkClub.png","width":2200}])
Runs all school year
Meeting Days & Times:
- Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 3-3:45pm
- Wednesday and Thursday from 7:15-8am
Supervisor: Ms. Gold and Ms. Berris
Fee: Free
Find a quiet place to complete homework, get organized, and get help on assignments.
![Mock Trial]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924043/dps109org/cii0cv6gp5tjl7nla5gt/MockTrial.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924043/dps109org/cii0cv6gp5tjl7nla5gt/MockTrial.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924043/dps109org/cii0cv6gp5tjl7nla5gt/MockTrial.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924043/dps109org/cii0cv6gp5tjl7nla5gt/MockTrial.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924043/dps109org/cii0cv6gp5tjl7nla5gt/MockTrial.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924043/dps109org/cii0cv6gp5tjl7nla5gt/MockTrial.png","width":2200}])
Runs from September 15 to January
Meeting Days & Times:
- Mondays after school
Supervisor: Mr. Tomer
Fee: Free (possible field trip fee)
The club will start with learning the basics of the legal system and doing small claims court type of trials. We will also explore and debate the role of the courts in the news and important cases and decisions. The club will also bring in speakers from the field and if possible** end with a visit to the lake county courthouse in Waukegan. The final challenge of the club will be a larger mock trial--most likely dealing with criminal charges such as murder. We will end by watching a movie related to the court system--such as "12 Angry Men" or "My Cousin Vinny"
![National Jr Honor Society]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1757529766/dps109org/dgflvysry3pjwetx91z2/NationalJRHonorSociety.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1757529766/dps109org/dgflvysry3pjwetx91z2/NationalJRHonorSociety.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1757529766/dps109org/dgflvysry3pjwetx91z2/NationalJRHonorSociety.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1757529766/dps109org/dgflvysry3pjwetx91z2/NationalJRHonorSociety.png","width":1200}])
Runs all school year
Meeting Days & Times:
- Once a month starting on September 18, 2025
Supervisor: Ms. McCandless & Mr. Lombardi
Fee: Annual fee of $385 but No Activity Fee for kids
The NJHS seeks to honor well-rounded students, provide leadership opportunities, and instill lifelong values of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship—helping prepare young people to be responsible, engaged members of society.
![Science Club]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924913/dps109org/bc52zfjwlkh2noruuay7/ScienceClub.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924913/dps109org/bc52zfjwlkh2noruuay7/ScienceClub.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924913/dps109org/bc52zfjwlkh2noruuay7/ScienceClub.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924913/dps109org/bc52zfjwlkh2noruuay7/ScienceClub.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924913/dps109org/bc52zfjwlkh2noruuay7/ScienceClub.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924913/dps109org/bc52zfjwlkh2noruuay7/ScienceClub.png","width":2200}])
Runs from March to May
Meeting Days & Times:
- Fridays after school
Supervisor: Dr. Revelins
Fee: $60
The Science Club’s objective is to foster an awareness of material science and nanoscience concepts, encourage critical thinking, and problem solving. The club will be using Material Worlds Modules designed by Northwestern University.
![The Next Chapter]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1756924845/dps109org/t6yiopamjsw2oh0o1nph/NextChapterClub.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1756924845/dps109org/t6yiopamjsw2oh0o1nph/NextChapterClub.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1756924845/dps109org/t6yiopamjsw2oh0o1nph/NextChapterClub.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1756924845/dps109org/t6yiopamjsw2oh0o1nph/NextChapterClub.png","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1756924845/dps109org/t6yiopamjsw2oh0o1nph/NextChapterClub.png","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1756924845/dps109org/t6yiopamjsw2oh0o1nph/NextChapterClub.png","width":2200}])
Runs all school year
Meeting Days & Times:
- Every other Thursday starting 9/11/25 3:00-3:45pm
Supervisor: Ms. Chalfin
Fee: $60
Hey 8th graders! Ready to dive into the real world with books that capture the highs and lows of teen life? Our book club is the perfect place for you to explore relatable and inspiring realistic fiction while hanging out with friends who love to read!