There are many reasons why students should become involved in after-school clubs and activities. There is evidence that participation has short and long-range benefits to students. Clubs help build self-esteem, foster new friendships, and may ignite an interest that will grow in the future. Students learn to manage their time better and can begin to prioritize their interests. In addition, colleges are interested in students who participate in extra-curricular activities in high school and longitudinal studies also indicate that students who did participate do better in college.

South Orangetown Middle School offers many after-school clubs and activities in which to become involved. There are clubs in sports, writing, art, drama and technology, just to name a few. View club information here. Those interested in joining a club, just need to arrive at the designated room on the day the club meets. Meeting dates are listed in the Daily Announcements.

Clubs meet after school on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. Late buses are provided and leave the school at 4:00pm (transportation home is not available for participants in sports). View late bus information here.