Rocky Hill School
Middle School Athletic/Co-curricular Program Descriptions
Most MS programs meet M-Th; Practices run from 2:30-3:30/4pm
-------------------------------------FALL SEASON------------------------------------COED SOCCER (A & B Teams)
This competitive athletic program is open to all interested soccer players (including beginners). Both A (advanced) and B
(beginner) teams are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Fall
First full week of September
Last week of October
2:30-4pm M-Th
Most games will start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game per team per week)
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Participants provide their own: cleats, shin pads, socks (Blue/White).
GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY
Girls of all skill levels are encouraged to join and learn the sport.
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Fall
First full week of September
Last week of October
2:30-4pm M-Th
Most games will start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game per week)
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Participants provide their own: cleats, protective eyewear, mouth guard, shin guards, socks and stick.
---------------------------------------NON-COMPETITIVE OFFERINGS ---------------------------------------RECREATIONAL SAILING
Students learn the basics of sailing, and more advanced sailors will refine their sailing skills. Space is limited and students are
accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Fall
First full week of September
Last week of October
2:30-4pm M-Th
12 Sailors
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Participants provide their own: wet suits/dry suits
Program participation based upon seniority if high sign-up numbers (8th, then 7th, then 6th)
Middle School Athletic/Co-Curricular Offering Descriptions
-----------------------------------WINTER SEASON----------------------------------BOYS BASKETBALL
This competitive athletic program is open to all interested basketball players (including beginners). Depending upon
numbers, an A (advanced) and B (beginner) team are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Winter
Second week of November
First week of March
2:30-3:30pm M-Th
Most games will start between 3:30/4:30 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game per team per week)
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Participants provide their own: proper footwear, and socks (Blue/White).
GIRLS BASKETBALL
This competitive athletic program is open to all interested basketball players (including beginners). Depending upon
numbers, an A (advanced) and B (beginner) team are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Winter
Second week of November
First week of March
2:30-3:30pm M-Th
Most games will start between 3:30/4:30 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game per team per week)
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Participants provide their own: proper footwear, and socks (Blue/White).
---------------------------------------NON-COMPETITIVE OFFERINGS ---------------------------------------DECKHANDS THEATER COMPANY, JUNIOR
Students in the Middle School are invited to participate in this co-curricular offering as part of our Residency with Trinity
Repertory Company. A wide variety of scenes, monologues, as well as both small and large group musical numbers will be
rehearsed in a workshop format and performed prior to spring break.
2017-2018 Winter Production:
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Production “TBA”
* No audition required
Winter
After Thanksgiving – Beginning of March
2:30-3:30pm M-Th; Plus some additional time closer to production
Stage
1 Emily Serotta
RECREATION & ROBOTICS/ARTS
Winter Recreation & Robotics has historically been a big hit with MS students. To keep the program interesting, the coaches
are always adding new activities. The program focuses on engaging students in a variety of indoor and outdoor games and
activities to keep them fit and active during the winter months including basic robotic skills, snowboarding/skiing at Yawgoo
Valley, snow tubing, bowling, bombardment, dodge ball, kickball and walking in Goddard Park.
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Winter
Second week of November
First week of March
2:30-3:30pm M-Th
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-----------------------------------SPRING SEASON-----------------------------------BOYS LACROSSE
This competitive athletic program is open to all interested lacrosse players (including beginners). Depending upon numbers,
an A (advanced) and B (beginner) teams are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Spring
First day after spring break (first week of April)
Third week of May
2:30-4pm M-Th
Most games will start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game per week)
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Participants provide their own: cleats, proper protective equipment (helmets provided upon request if available), sticks,
and socks.
GIRLS LACROSSE
This competitive athletic program is open to all interested lacrosse players (including beginners). Depending upon numbers,
an A (advanced) and B (beginner) teams are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Spring
First day after spring break (first week of April)
Third week of May
2:30-4pm M-Th
Most games will start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game per week)
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Participants provide their own: cleats, proper protective eyewear, sticks, and socks.
COED TENNIS
Beginner and advanced tennis players are welcome to compete in this competitive athletic program. Space is limited due to
court space and travel arrangements. Teams compete in doubles matches only.
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Spring
First day after spring break (first week of April)
Third week of May
2:30-3:30pm M-Th
Most matches will start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and
Thursdays (one game per week)
14 players
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Participants provide their own: proper footwear, racket, shorts or skirt (White) and socks (Blue/White).
Program participation based upon seniority if high sign-up numbers (8th, then 7th, then 6th).
---------------------------------------NON-COMPETITIVE OFFERINGS ---------------------------------------LIFE FITNESS
The emphasis of this program is on the development of skills and interest in fitness and recreational activities that can be
used over a lifetime. Activities include walking, volleyball, tennis, badminton, orienteering, biking and kayaking. The
instructors will notify participants in advance when specific equipment is required.
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Spring
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First day after spring break (first week of April)
Third week of May
2:30-3:30pm M-Th
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Participants provide their own: appropriate attire, bicycles and helmets
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