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 week of September
Second week of November
Most games will be start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game/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 week of September
Second week of November
Most games will be start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game/week)
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Participants provide their own: protective eyewear, mouth guard, shin guards, socks and stick
---------------------------------------NON-COMPETITIVE OFFERINGS ---------------------------------------DRAMA - DECKHANDS THEATER COMPANY, JUNIOR
The Deckhands Theater Company has partnered with Trinity Repertory Company to offer three co-curricular opportunities
for students in the Middle School.
2015 Fall Production:
Growing Up: A Dramatic Experience, part three
* No audition required
* No Tech Crew needed
* After MS day
Students in the Middle School are invited to participate in the third annual fall variety show. A wide variety of scenes,
monologues, as well as both small and large group musical numbers will be rehearsed in a workshop format.
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Fall
First full week of classes – Second week of November.
Complete Rehearsal Schedule will be provided during first week.
M-F 3:30-5:30
Stage
3: Matt Tibbs (TRC), Meg Myette, Lisa Reimer
Middle School Athletic/Co-Curricular Offering Descriptions
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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Limited to:
Coaches
Fall
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)
-----------------------------------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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Season:
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Winter
Second week of November
First week of March
Most games will be start between 3:30/4:30 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game/week)
2
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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Season:
Begins:
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Games:
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Coaches:
Winter
Second week of November
First week of March
Most games will be start between 3:30/4:30 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game/week)
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Participants provide their own: proper footwear, and socks (Blue/White)
---------------------------------------NON-COMPETITIVE OFFERINGS ---------------------------------------DRAMA - DECKHANDS THEATER COMPANY, JUNIOR
The Deckhands Theater Company has partnered with Trinity Repertory Company to offer three co-curricular opportunities
for students in the Middle School.
2015-2016 Winter Production:
Production “TBA”
* No audition required
Students in the Middle School are invited to participate in this co-curricular offering as part of our Residency with Trinity
Repertory Company. Students will be cast in an age-appropriate one-act play, which will be rehearsed in a workshop format,
and performed on the Main Stage in early March.
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Middle School Athletic/Co-Curricular Offering Descriptions
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Instructors:
Winter
Mid-November – Beginning of March
Complete Rehearsal Schedule will be provided during first week.
M-TH 2:30-3:30pm
Stage
3: Matt Tibbs (TRC), Meg Myette, Lisa Reimer
WINTER RECREATION & ROBOTICS
Winter Recreation 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 snowboarding/skiing at Yawgoo Valley, snow tubing, bowling,
bombardment, dodge ball, kickball and walking in Goddard Park. Robotics has been added to this option.
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Winter
-----------------------------------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) team are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Spring
First day after spring break (first week of April)
Second/Third week of May
Most games will be start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game/week)
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Participants provide their own: cleats, proper protective equipment (helmets provided upon request), 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) team are offered. Athletes are placed according to skill level.
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Season:
Begins:
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Games:
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Coaches:
Spring
First day after spring break (first week of April)
Second/Third week of May
Most games will be start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays
(one game/week)
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Participants provide their own: cleats, proper protective equipment, 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.
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Spring
First day after spring break (first week of April)
Second/Third week of May
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Middle School Athletic/Co-Curricular Offering Descriptions
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Limited to:
Coaches:
Most matches will be start between 3:30/4:00 and will be held on Tuesdays and
Thursdays (one game/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 ---------------------------------------DRAMA - DECKHANDS THEATER COMPANY, JUNIOR
The Deckhands Theater Company has partnered with Trinity Repertory Company to offer three co-curricular opportunities
for students in the Middle School.
2016 Spring Production:
Production “TBA”
* Audition Required
* No Tech Crew needed
* After MS day
Students in the Middle School are invited to audition for this year’s musical production.
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Production Timeline:
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Rehearsals::
Location:
Instructors:
Spring
Mid-March – End of May
Complete Rehearsal Schedule will be provided during first week.
M-F 3:30-5:30pm
Stage
3: Matt Tibbs (TRC), Meg Myette, Lisa Reimer
FITNESS FOR LIFE
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
coaches will notify participants in advance when specific equipment is required.
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Season:
Spring
Participants provide their own: appropriate attire, bicycles and helmets
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