Clubs & Activities
Robotics Club
Fourth through eighth grade students may join one of our robotics teams that compete in the First Lego League. In addition to robotics competitions students work on a research projects and presentations based on the year’s theme. Past themes have included Renewable Energy and the Human Water Cycle. Students learn to apply Catholic/Christian values in the pursuit of knowledge, friendly competition, and helping others in a team environment. In addition to the First Lego League, the St. Philip Neri Robotics Club participates in the annual RobotFest event held at the National Electronics Museum in Linthicum. We are also members of the Catholic Robotics league and participate in events throughout the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
Contact is Mr. Phil Lathroum at plathroum@spnmd.org
Student Council
The purpose of the St. Philip Neri School Student Council is to give students the opportunity to voice their concerns and resolutions of conflicts fostering the development of future citizens. This organization exists to provide opportunities to develop and exhibit leadership qualities in the student body as well as to provide students with opportunities of closer cooperation between the student body, the faculty and the administration. At all times, members of this organization are expected to promote an increase in school loyalty and spirit through example and attitude. The council is also expected to coordinate spiritual, social and service opportunities for the student body.” This club runs all year.
Contacts:
Mrs. Anna Schomaker at aschomaker@spndmd.org or Mrs. Anne Muha at amuha@spnmd.org.
Ambassador Club
The main goal of the SPN Ambassador Club is to inform the surrounding community about the school in hopes to recruit new students. Ambassadors are responsible for promoting a positive image of SPN through their good behavior and attitude at all times, particularly during school visits, presentations, tours and other recruitment activities. Participation in the Club allows members to enhance their public relations and speaking skills.
Ms. Amy Sewell at asewell@spndmd.org
Drama Clubs
Drama Jr. actors will perform a variety of skits, poems, short stories, etc. Actors will focus on speaking in front of others, becoming different characters, working on the stage, memorizing lines, and just having fun! Drama Jr. is for students in Kindergarten through 3rd grade. Meetings are Monday 3-4:30 PM October-January. Spots fill up quickly for this club!
Spring Musical
Each year our students in grades 4 through 8 are invited to audition, practice and perform in our spring musical. Auditions are held in October and performances are in March or April. Rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays, times vary. Students who are interested in participating in the musical but not performing are invited to join Stage Crew or Tech Crew.
Ms. Amy Sewell at asewell@spndmd.org
Math Olympiad
Middle School girls are invited to participate in the Math Olympiad competition at The Catholic High School. Girls compete in timed events testing out their math skills. This is a group competition. This event is usually held in the Fall.
Contact is Mrs. Anna Schomaker at aschomaker@spnmd.org or Mr. Chris McGloin at cmgloin@spnmd.org.
National Junior Honor Society
Students are invited to join the NJHS. Some criteria the students have to maintain an average GPA of a B+ or higher and must have a G or O in conduct and effort. All students who qualify receive a letter of acceptance and must fill out an application stating that they have the qualities of the five pillars which are citizenship, scholarship, leadership, character, and service.
Contacts are:
Mr. John Maranto at jmaranto@spnmd.org or Mrs. Luz Morales at lmorales@spnmd.org
