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John F. Kennedy Middle School

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

The Kennedy Middle School is committed to having a wide variety of After School Enrichment for all students. Check here for updates on them!

If you are signing up for a sport, you must get a Family ID account. See the instructions in the right menu.

Students should listen to the announcements each day for club updates and cancellations.

  • Tryouts for the Kennedy Girls and Boys Basketball team are quickly approaching!

    Tryouts start on December 1st! All players interested in trying out MUST be signed up on FamilyID AND have an up to date physical with the nurse.

    Interested students should reach out to Mr. Poirier (boys) or Ms. Kimker (girls) with any questions.

  • Book Club is starting on Wednesday, October 8th at 2:30 in the library!

    See Ms. P the librarian for more details.

  • An after-school program for students in grades 6-8 that meets every Thursday at Brandeis University. A bus will pick up students and transport them to the Brandeis campus to help/tutor students. This is a fun time for the students to work together with team building activities, have a snack, and also work for an hour with an individual mentor. A great program for students who might be shy or lack confidence in learning or socializing. A permission slip is required and it is expected that students will bring homework.

  • Chess club is held on Friday's beginning on October 3rd from 2:30-3:30.

    Contact Mr. Harvey for more information:

  • The Drama Program at Kennedy offers performance opportunities after school in the Fall Play and the Spring Musical for all students grades 6-8.

    Opportunities to work behind the scenes in Stage Crew come up a few weeks before each performance, and those are also announced on the website and morning announcements.

    For information: Kennedy Drama

    Contact: Ms. Portsmore at victoriaportsmore@walthampublicschools.org

  • Monday's  in the Kennedy MS Cafeteria

    Contact Mr. Kieniksman for details or more information:

  • There is still time to sign up for Field Hockey!

    No experience needed.

    Please see email Elise Sullivan (elisesullivan@walthampublicschools.org) if you are interested

  • Girls On The Run is a program that integrates running with social-emotional learning and is open to any student who identifies as a girl, is nonbinary, and or is non-gender conforming. Over 8 weeks, participants will increase their physical activity and stamina, increase self-confidence, build relationships, learn problem-solving, set goals (physical and emotional), and complete a 5k!

    Contact: Amy Woogmaster

    Spring Session Start Date: Late September through late-November

    Meeting Days/times: Monday's and Thursday's, 2:30-3:30

    Students can take the late bus. Additionally, financial aid is available, and sneakers will be provided for those in need.

    If your child is interested, please click here to register (make sure to select Kennedy as the site)! Registration is open through September 10th. Financial assistance is available within the application.

  • Middle School Honors String Ensemble is for students in Grades 6-8. It meets every Tuesday from 3:00 - 4:30 (September -May) and requires that students find their own transportation home. Experience in playing violin, viola, cello, and bass at audition required level as well as a string instrument and music.

    Contact: Ms. Garcia at yanklgarcia@walthampublicschools.org


     

  • Days/Times: Tuesdays from 3:00 - 4:30

    Contact: stevenfulginiti@walthampublicschools.org

  • In the spring, we will be offering Kennedy Runs, open to all Kennedy students (students who identify as boy, girl, nonbinary or gender nonconforming). Like Girls on the Run, Kennedy Runs will meet twice a week after school and will include a warm-up, team-building and a running-focused workout. We will prepare as a group for the Moody St. 5k which is typically held in early May. More information will come in in the winter - keep an eye out!

    • Date: Starting October 9, every other Thursday
    • Time: 2:35-3:25
    • Location: room 208 (Ms. Serrano)

    Come join us! Participate in fun activities that you help to plan!

    Contact Ms. Sanchez, Ms. Serrano, or Mr. Jackson if you have any questions!

  • NJHS is for students in Grade 8.  NJHS meets once a month and dates for the 2025-2026 school year will be posted soon!

    Contact: Alexandra Corey

  • Kennedy Girls Soccer

    • All students MUST be signed up on FamilyID (Arbiter) and have an updated physical into the nurse (last 12 months).
    • Any student who has questions should see Ms. Kimker in room 149 or email her at hannahkimker@walthampublicschools.org

    Kennedy Boys Soccer

    Practice dates coming!

    Please reach out to Mr. Kanengoni (nevsonkanengoni@walthampublicschools.org) with any questions.

    Google Classroom Code: dv7ltj6

  • As an extension of our school day, students in grades 6-8 will be engaged in hands-on STEM/STEAM activities and problem-solving using the eight Science and Engineering Practices. Students can use 3D printers, fly drones, participate in design challenges, build and create using K'NEX and architectural design kits, and many other cool STEM activities!

    Start Date: Monday, 9/22, in Room 214

    Teacher Advisors: Ms. Beal and Mr. Meconiates

    Will run on Mondays throughout the year.

    Contacts:

  • Details to come!

    The SLAC club will meet every Tuesday afternoon in room 117. Please reach out to Mr. Meconiates for more information.

  • Student Council is for any student in Grades 6-8. Students will be able to take the late bus home. More information coming soon.

    Contact: Stacey Meehan

    Google Classroom Code: zeh4kym

  • Ultimate Frisbee Club Team

    Spring Sport with practices 2-3 times per week and a few competitions against other schools. All are welcome to play.

    Contact Mr. Kiel for more information:

  • Spring Sport with practices 2-3 times per week. The season ends with a large tournament against McDevitt Middle Cchool. All are welcome to play.

    Contact: JeffreyKiel@walthampublicschools.org

  • Waltham Wrestling Club announces registration is open for the 2025-2026 Winter Wrestling Season.

Family ID Information

Go to: Arbiter - Waltham High School & Middle School

Then follow these 2 easy steps:

  1. Sign up for your secure FamilyID account by entering your family name, email address and password. You will receive an email with a link to confirm your new account; click on that link.
  2. Log in and choose the sport.  Fill out the information requested on the registration form. **Athletes will need to have a recent physical done in order to complete all paperwork and run on the team.