Clubs

The purpose of Northstar's After School Clubs program is to provide students with an opportunity to explore an area of interest while providing a safe and structured activity after school. Student expectations during our After School Clubs are very simple. We are asking students to be kind, helpful, and active members of their club each day that it meets. 

Information and sign ups for Quarter 1 Clubs in the 2026-27 school year will be sent via Parent Square by Friday, September 18.

2026-27 Quarter 1 Clubs

Our Quarter 1 After School Clubs will be held from 3:00-4:30 pm between Monday, September 28 and Friday, November 6. The exact days that the club will meet each week are outlined below. 

A confirmation email will be sent on Thursday, September 24 to all families who have signed their student up for a club. Please direct any questions regarding this program to Ashley Bellendorf, Northstar Administrative Assistant and Student Activities Director at abellendorf@ecasd.us or 715-852-5101. 

Board Game Club
Meets Tuesdays with Ms. Mary Rettke (mrettke@ecasd.us)
This is the famous club that started at Northstar over 12 years ago. We are a club that meets every Tuesday. Come and play one of Northstar’s plethora of games; New and old, cooperative and competitive, dice rolling and card playing. All games and supplies will be provided. Bring your friends, come to have fun, and never be bored at Boardgame Club.

D&D Club
Meets Thursdays with Ms. Mary Rettke (mrettke@ecasd.us) and Ms. Amanda Keiser (akeiser1@ecasd.us)
Yep, that is right. We have our own D&D Club here at Northstar. Come try us out for the first time or bring your own group. Dice and scenarios will be provided. We have three wonderful adult DM's running our groups along with seasoned students. We will learn basic rules and general teambuilding skills and have tons of fun. Come with a creative mind. We will be using a Canvas course to help us, so please bring computers. 

Equity Club + SAFE
Meets Tuesdays with Ms. Jenni Berg (jberg@ecasd.us)
Build leadership skills, learn about other cultures and communities, foster a sense of belonging for ALL students and promote healthy choices at Northstar through hands-on projects, crafts, guest speakers, trying new foods, and engaging in student discussions. 

Hmong Culture/Dance Club
Meets Mondays and Thursdays with Ms. Michelle Olson (molson5@ecasd.us) and Ms. Annie Moua (amoua@ecasd.us)
We will continue learning about culture with language, cooking, crafts, and learning dances. 

Crochet Club
Meets Tuesdays and Thursdays with Ms. Katie Schemenauer (cshemenauer@ecasd.us)
More information coming soon! 

Book/Reading Club
Meets Tuesdays with Ms. Karlee Schultz (kschultz1@ecasd.us)
Join us for a fun and creative time filled with books, reading, and bookish crafts! Students will have the chance to discover new stories, talk about books, make fun crafts, and enjoy time with fellow book lovers. Whether you love to read or are just looking for something fun to try, everyone is welcome! 

Introduction to ASL Club
Meets 9/29, 10/6, 10/20, and 10/27 with Ms. Holly Ganong (hganong@ecasd.us) and Ms. Jazmin Irwin (jirwin1@ecasd.us)
This group will provide a basic introduction to American Sign Language. The goal will be for students to learn the alphabet, number 1-20, simple finger spelling, and functional words. We hope you will join us for fun and learning! 

Photography Club
Meets Mondays with Ms. Susan Steffen (ssteffen1@ecasd.us)
This club has a maximum of 12 students. More information coming soon!