RCS Elementary School Extracurricular

Statistics show that overall student success in school is closely related to a student’s involvement in school activities. Riverside Christian Elementary School also recognizes that our creator gifts each one with talents, skills and abilities that are often discernable at very young ages. In order to nurture those giftings, opportunities for elementary students to participate in extra activities are important and outlined below:

KID-LEAD
The Elementary Student Council is composed of elected officials and of classroom representatives. They exist to serve the student body by planning and organizing events that benefit the student body and further the school’s mission and vision. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of the school’s student handbook may participate.

The Elementary Praise Team is composed of students chosen by the elementary praise and worship team advisor after teacher referral and careful consideration. The praise and worship team exists to lead the student body in praise and worship in a variety of forms during chapels and other appropriate school events when called upon to do so. Only students in the 3rd, 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of the school’s student handbook may participate.

The Elementary Yearbook Committee is composed of students chosen by the elementary yearbook advisor after teacher referral and careful consideration. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of this handbook may participate.

The Elementary Mission Squad is students chosen by the elementary mission team advisor after teacher referral and careful consideration. The mission team exists to lead the student body in reaching out to the community, local and abroad, to win souls for Christ. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of the school’s student handbook may participate.

KIDSERVATORY
The Elementary Choir is composed of auditioned students. The choir exists to polish the talents already gifted to students and encourage them to use them for the glory of Christ. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of the school’s student handbook may participate.

The Elementary Beginning Band is for any student wishing to learn to play a woodwind or brass instrument. The beginning band exists to discover talents already gifted to students and encourage them to use them for the glory of Christ. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of the school’s student handbook may participate. Students must purchase or rent instruments privately.

The Elementary Advanced Band is composed of auditioned students. The advanced band exists to sharpen the talents already discovered by students and encourage them to use them for the glory of Christ. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards outlined in the Academic Matters section of the school’s student handbook may participate. Students must purchase or rent instruments privately.

Recorder lessons are scheduled for all 3rd grade classes on a weekly basis.

After School Enrichment Classes Offered:
Piano
Violin
Guitar
Ballet
Theatre

COUGAR CUB ATHLETICS
The Elementary Competition Track, Softball, Soccer, and Basketball teams are composed of students who are chosen by the coach at the conclusion of try-outs. The Elementary Competition teams exist to provide a learning environment where players work together, support each other, and place the welfare of the group ahead of self-interest so that youth can be encouraged in their Christian growth. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards may participate. Uniforms are provided, socks and appropriate athletic shoes must be provided by the parent/guardian.

The Elementary Cheerleading Squad is composed of students who are chosen by the coach at the conclusion of try-outs. The Elementary Cheerleading Squad exists to provide a learning environment where members work together, support each other, and place the welfare of the group ahead of self-interest so that youth can be encouraged in their Christian growth. Only students in the 4th and 5th grades who meet the eligibility standards may participate. The cost of uniforms will be charged to each squad member’s tuition account.