Extracurricular Clubs & Programs

Academic Junior High Decathlon is a rigorous academic competition designed for Catholic students in Grades 6-8. There are collaborative events including the team Logic Quiz and SuperQuiz competition as well as individual subject exams (Roman Catholic doctrine, English, Literature, Science, Mathematics, Current Events, Social Studies, and Fine Arts: Art and Music). Participants in this unique and special academic program often remark that this experience not only celebrates Catholic education, but is life-changing for them, their parents, siblings, and team coaches.

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The Athletic Program at St. Junipero Serra Catholic School strives to develop:

• Confidence, positive self esteem, and moral character
• The social skills to effectively interact and cooperate with others
• An understanding of commitment, responsibility, and loyalty
• An ability to control emotions and display good sportsmanship
• The skill, ability and knowledge needed to compete successfully

We offer the following sports:

Fall: Boys Flag Football, Girls Volleyball

Winter: Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Boys Lacrosse, Girls Lacrosse

Spring: Co-ed Soccer, Boys Indoor Volleyball, Girls Beach Volleyball, Girls Flag Football, 4th Grade S.C.O.R.E. Street Hockey, Track & Field

Grade level varies depending on sport.

Eligibility Requirements

Battle of the Books (BOB) is a nationwide literacy program established to encourage students to read a variety of age-appropriate books. The overall goal is to foster a lifelong love of reading while supporting higher academic achievement among club members. BOB promotes team-building skills through an ultimate head-to-head battle of knowledge on 20 preselected books. Our team of 4th and 5th Grade students spend months reading these books, understanding the story elements, and committing details to memory in preparation for the big battle. On competition day in the spring, teams are divided into groups and face off against other schools in an elimination tournament.
 

View the 2025-2026 Book List

Bellissima handbells is open to students in Grades 5-8. They perform at most Masses, open house, Stations of the Cross, and various winter holiday performances. Bellissima members work together Tuesday and Friday mornings before school to learn music so they can perform with great attention to detail and have fun!

Watch: 2026 Spring Benefit Concert

Campus Ministry provides 7th and 8th Grade students an opportunity to put our love for God and others joyfully in action, including helping with Adopt-a-Family, Operation Rice Bowl, and the Memorial Mass; leading the daily school-wide Angelus prayer; sponsoring Bake Sale fundraisers to assist those in need; assisting younger students in the classroom; serving as Mass ushers; distributing monthly prayer cards; lunchtime prayer; and being positive role models on campus. May our hearts always be open to the heart of our Father to love and be merciful to those in need.
 

Choir students practice with their grade-level group and perform at Christmas concerts, Christmas caroling events, Mass, the Spring Concert, and other events on campus. In recent years, they have sung the National Anthem on the field at Angel Stadium. The older groups have participated in choral festivals and performed on stage at Disney California Adventure.

Tiny Trebles (1st and 2nd Grade students) choir introduces students to the basics of singing as they have fun signing songs and playing music games.

Serra Singers (3rd and 4th Grade students) read music in rehearsals and further their love for singing in choir.

Serranade (5th through 8th Grade students) choir works on singing advanced harmonies as well as music in other languages.
 

Homework Club is an after-school program and recommended for students who:

• are challenged to complete their homework in a timely manner
• need additional assistance with assignments
• may forget to do the assigned homework
• tend to turn in homework after the due date
• may turn in the assignments without completing the work
   

Class sizes are limited to maintain the integrity of the program and ensure that students are receiving the assistance they need. Classes will be filled on a first-come, first-serve basis and classes will be limited to 12 students in Grades 1-2 and 18 students in Grades 3-8. Enrollment is flexible and students move in and out during the year, so you are encouraged to add your name to the waiting list if your desired grade level is full.

The fee for Homework Club is a FLAT RATE, regardless of:

• whether your child attends one, two, or three days each week
• holidays and school breaks
• absences or illnesses
• $110 per month for Grades 3-8
• $85 per month for Grades 1-2

There is no Homework Club when school is not in session (i.e., holidays, teacher in-service days, etc.), or after school on any minimum days. Whenever we have a full day on a Wednesday, Homework Club will be available.

Don't miss the FUN and FAITH of Catholic Scouting for your children! The St. Junipero Serra Catholic Cub Scout Pack, Boy Scout Troop, and Girl Scout Troops are always looking for more children to join. Our goal is to provide an outstanding program for our Catholic scouts; to give them an experience of living their faith, growing in their faith, and loving their faith within the scouting movement and especially out in the wonders of God's creation.

Who can join?

• Cub Scouts: Youths who will be in Kindergarten - 4th grade in the fall.
• Boy Scouts: Boys who will be in 5th - 8th grade in the fall.
• Girl Scouts: Girls who will be in Kindergarten - 8th grade in the fall.
   

Please refer to the links below for more information:

Cub Scouts
Boy Scouts
Girl Scouts: Contact Lower School Assistant Principal Mrs. Ellen Burrola for more information.

SerraVision: The Daily Broadcast - Lights! Camera! ACTION! SerraVision gives 7th and 8th Grade students real-world media experience. Every morning, the crew produces our live broadcast, leading the school in Morning Prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, and delivering key school announcements. The team includes on-camera anchors and creative producers who generate fun content and segments. The technical crew expertly operates the cameras, teleprompter, soundboard, and the essential Tricaster (A/V/ Mixer). SerraVision members develop skills in communication, leadership, and professional production. 
 

Student Council is a team of responsible, dedicated 7th and 8th Grade student leaders who work together to support our school community. Members help plan fun activities, support school spirit, and share student ideas. Through organizing events and representing our student body, members build important leadership, communication, and teamwork skills that help them grow as confident, positive role models on campus.
 

Junior Thespian Troupe: The Junior Thespian Troupe #89187 is made up of students in Grades 6-8. This group enjoys learning the ins and outs of theater, such as performing, critiquing, backstage work, and more. Students meet once a week to work on performances and team building. In February, the Junior Thespians attend a festival geared towards middle school students. The Junior Thespian Festival is the highlight of the year. The Junior Thespians perform at St. Serra’s Christmas Concert and Spring Concert.

School Musical Program: Each year our campus comes alive with the sound of music! St. Junipero Serra Catholic School produces a musical each year offering a unique opportunity for all students in Grades 1 through 8 to be a part of a live theater.

Whether it’s acting, singing, dancing or crew – there’s a role for every student who wants to be a part of this very special event. A cast and crew of 100+ from all grades and all ages work together collaboratively to communicate a compelling story through singing, dancing, acting, costuming, lighting and set design. Students develop self-confidence and learn all aspects of theater performance both in front of and behind the curtain.