Gloria Deo Academy offers a variety of extra-curricular clubs to GDA K-6 grade students and non-GDA students including: Fun and Games Math Club, Edible Art, Intramural Sports, Embroidery, Science, Readers’ Theater, Art, Drama, Mystery Code Breakers, Bible, Gardening, PE, Fitness, Recycled Crafts, Classic Games, Painting, and more!

“I look forward to spending some time with your kids this fall! Clubs will be held on Fridays, September 6th – November 22nd, 8:30 AM-1:30 PM.” -Mrs. Douglas 

Please reach out to Sheila Douglas for more information: sdouglas@gloriadeoacademy.org.

If Clubs are cancelled due to weather, the payment is non-refundable. GDA t-shirts (any GDA spirit wear shirt is approved) are required as the student “uniform” for Club students. Please purchase the t-shirts in advance. Lunch will be held during clubs from 11:20am – 11:45 pm. Students can bring a sack lunch or order hot lunches through FACTS. Families will be emailed after registration is closed by the club teacher. This email will give more information about the specific club. 

Animal Science Club

The Animal Science Club welcomes all animal enthusiasts. Participants will engage with a diverse range of animals and discover the unique creations of God. Join us to expand your knowledge, make new friends, and learn about animals God created.

Around the World Club

This Club will be exploring the culture and cuisine of different cities, countries, and continents. Mrs. Norvell will bring in some guest presenters who have lived in different countries around the world! Whether you’re a seasoned traveler or someone with a burgeoning interest in global cultures, this club is designed to ignite your curiosity and expand your horizons.

Cheer Club 

Learn the basics of beginners cheer! Students will start with some fundamental moves and terminology that will form the foundation so students can learn more advanced cheerleading skills. Most importantly, students will have fun and learn the value of Christian sportsmanship.

Embroidery Club

Embroidery Club teaches a fun, practical skill for both boys and girls! Miss Wintle will help your child learn basic embroidery stitches and create a fun project(s) of their choosing (such as an embroidery kit, stitching on a pair of jeans or a tote bag, etc). If your child participated in Embroidery Club in the past, they’ll be able to learn different stitches and begin a new project!

Gardening Club 

Mrs. Kristie Hornberger will be out in the garden with our students. There will be hands-on learning while Mrs. Hornberger educates about horticulture.

Intramural Sports Club

Lego Creators Club  

Come join Mrs. Norvell and show your creativity as we build and create with Legos. Each week will offer a specific activity and free play. This is an ideal club for Lego maniacs! 

Lego Robotics Club *Two Hour Club*

Interested in coding, robotics, building, or engineering? Third through sixth graders are invited to dive into the world of coding for a two hour long Lego Robotics Club! Students will be introduced to science, technology, engineering, and math concepts through engaging hands-on learning robotics activities.

Painting Club 

Does your child love to paint? Let them unleash their inner artist at our Seasonal Paint Club! Join Miss Wintle as we create fun and engaging Fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas projects using a variety of painting techniques designed to let your child’s creativity and imagination shine.

Paper Crafts Club

Join Miss Wintle for the Seasonal Paper Crafts Club! We’ll be making a fun variety of Fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas projects from paper that may include tissue paper art, mosaics, paper sculpture, and more!

PE Club

Are your kids movers and shakers? If so, this class is for them! Hello! I am Miss Gjetta and I am planning some exciting things to help your child learn about fitness. This semester we will be doing an array of exercises and exploring the importance of why God wants us to take care of the bodies He gave us. We will do various kinds of fitness, Zumba, aerobics, palates, and all kinds of fun things to keep us moving the whole hour! Let us get fit together! It’s going to be a class “fit for your life!”

Readers’ Theater Club

Did you know Readers’ Theater can increase your child’s enthusiasm for reading and give reluctant readers a positive way to interact with stories?  Readers’ Theater also develops fluency and listening skills. Help Mrs. Summers bring engaging scripts, poems, and jokes alive with crafts, cooking, sign language, games, and more.  If you’ve had a good time in Readers’ Theater, please come back for new stories and activities.  If you want to try something new, we promise Readers’ Theater will be fun! 

Science Club

Are you curious about our world? Do you wonder about things and ask lots of questions? Do you like hands on activities? Then you’re a perfect fit for this Science Club!  Join Mrs. Summers as we explore the world around us through activities and experiments.  Do not worry if you have taken science before, we always try new and fun things! If you are new to our science class, we think you’ll give it a thumbs up!