Clubs & Programs
As outlined on page 8 of the RES Student handbook. Rutland students will be given permission slips with detailed information about each of the clubs and parents must sign up for them to be involved.
Rutland Singers
Mission and Purpose
To provide an extra-curricular opportunity for musical expression and education. To provide advanced choral experience.
(grades 3-5)
Requirements: $20 fee for accompanist & performance expenses, not including pants and shoes
Rutland Runners
Mission and Purpose
To provide students an opportunity to challenge themselves as runners and be part of a supportive community as they develop fitness. The Club will be open to all grades, with a set, limited number from each grade level, and will meet in the Spring to prepare for the Wilson County Kids "Marathon". Any student who joins Run Club must pre-register for participation in the Marathon to provide a goal to work towards during Run Club meetings.
Requirements: Proper running attire & $20 registration fee for Kids Marathon.
Fellowship of Christian Students
Mission and Purpose
To provide an opportunity to pray, read the Bible, and share a common faith in Jesus.
(grades 3-5)
Chess Club
Mission and Purpose
To provide students with the opportunity to learn the game of chess and play various student and adult opponents.
(grades 3-5)
Book Club
Mission and purpose
To provide an extracurricular opportunity for students to discuss books with those that have similar interests for fun.
(grades 4-5)
Green Team Club
Mission and Purpose
Create opportunities for club members to lead recycling, education and clean up efforts at Rutland to be better stewards of the Earth.
(grades 3-5)
Rutland Improv & Comedy Squad
Mission and Purpose
To provide students an opportunity to learn about the art and skill of improv by helping students think on their feet, get comfortable performing in front of others, build confidence & communication skills while making friends and having fun.
(grade 5)
Student Council
Mission and Purpose
To provide leadership opportunities such as organizing student activities, community projects, and sharing student ideas and concerns with teachers and admin. This group will be elected to serve on the council.
(grade 3-5)
Rutland Starts
Mission and Purpose
To empower students through a safe, nurturing theater experience, to build life skills with teamwork, creative problem solving, public speaking, risk taking and tolernace while enhancing self-aareness and self-esteem.
(grades 3-5)
Requirements: $50 costume fee, not including shoes and undergarments.
STEM Club
Mission and Purpose
To encourage students’ curiosity and joy of discovery by empowering them to be problem solvers and critical thinkers with an emphasis on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
(grades 4th and 5th)
Renaissance Club
Mission and Purpose
To give students an opportunity to build a creative foundation incorporating art, poetry, and creative writing.
(grades 2-5)
Criminal Justice
Mission and Purpose
To give students interested in law enforcement the opportunity to explore laws and activities related to law enforcement, such as fingerprinting and photographing evidence.
(grades TBD)