After School Clubs & Organizations
After-school tutoring begins immediately after dismissal and runs until 3:55 PM.
Math Help 2026-2027
Afternoon Math Help begins the week of September 28th and alternates weekly throughout the school year:
Clubs 2026 - 2027
The Joyce Kilmer Visual Arts Department offers 2 six-week sections of Art Club that meet from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM one day a week. These courses are age specific, one section is typically for 4th and 5th grade students and the other section is for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students.
This program is designed for students with a particular interest in art, projects include sculpture and painting. In order to participate, students should complete and submit an application during enrollment time.
For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation's largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters at Joyce Kilmer School makes meaningful, monitored matches between Spotswood High School students ("Bigs") and Joyce Kilmer School students ("littles"). We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
Boys to Men Club is a welcoming safe space where you can learn essential life skills and connect with others! Our activities include mastering the art of tying a tie, perfecting fishing knots, and discussing different topics like working out. We also cover practical skills like checking tire pressure to ensure we are all well-prepared for everyday life challenges. Whether you’re looking to build confidence or simply want to learn something new, everyone is welcome!
Students will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of games, whether they bring their favorites from home or select from our classroom collection. It’s a fantastic way for them to bond, strategize, and enjoy some friendly competition. JK Gaming Club members are encouraged to attend whenever their schedule allows, as attendance is not mandatory.
The National Junior Honor Society is open to 8th graders by invitation only. Students must earn membership based on academic and leadership criteria. Once accepted, students are honored at an induction ceremony. Throughout the year, members work on fundraising, as well as service projects within the school and community.
The best way to learn is by teaching! The Peer Tutoring Club assigns 7th and 8th grade tutors to younger students who need support in mathematics, writing, study skills, science and social studies. By invitation only.
The Joyce Kilmer Student Council gives the student body a voice by sharing student ideas, interests, and concerns with teachers and administration. The Fundraising and School Spirit Committee develops ideas to raise money for school-wide activities and projects, while the Charity Drive Committee organizes collections and initiatives to support those in need in our local community.
Homework Club provides students with a quiet, supervised classroom environment to complete homework after school. Beginning September 28th, Homework Club is open to all JK students every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Daily attendance is not required.
All students are dismissed at 3:55 PM. If a student needs to leave prior to 4:00 PM, a parent or guardian must sign them out at the Joyce Kilmer Main Office.
Youth in Government is an extension of our 8th-grade Civics curriculum. While participation is voluntary, enrolled students are expected to attend at least two events per year. Through this program, 8th graders learn firsthand about local leadership by observing and stepping into the roles of Board of Education members, school administrators, judges, lawyers, town council members, police officers, and fire chiefs.
Students campaign for various positions with elections held on or near Election Day, followed by training and shadowing sessions with community leaders. To conclude the program, students take an active role in running a mock Board of Education meeting, participating in a student-developed mock trial, and conducting a Town Council meeting.