See Below for 2021-2022 Club Information!
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​​Please Note:
  • Registration and payment of registration fees are handled by the club/organization.
  • ​Please direct any questions about the club directly to the organization/program.

Ballantyne Elementary School Sponsored Clubs

CHorus Club
Chorus Club 
Grades 2-5, Time & Dates TBD
​$25
Performances: 
  • Winter Performance - TBD 
  • Spring Performance - TBD
  • 4th-5th grade BES chorus members can also audition for CMS Honors Chorus​​  
Orchestra Club
Orchestra Club
Grades 3-5, Time & Dates TBD
$25 plus students will need an instrument, book and music stand
Performances: 
  • Performance TBD
Paw PRess Student newspaper Club
Application Window Now Closed
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Who: Grade 4 & 5 Only (Max 25 students)
When: Every Tuesday morning from 7:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
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​Here are a Few Quick Notes:
  • One of our most popular clubs is back and ready to start accepting applications! 
  • The Paw Press Student Newspaper Club will begin  in late-September
  • We plan on publishing four (4) Issues this year.​

Email cristinabolling@live.com with questions and click below to apply now!
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Before/After School Activities with Community Partners

These organizations and programs operate independently of CMS and are solely responsible for selecting, hiring, and supervising its staff and volunteers.  They are neither endorsed by nor necessarily reflective of the views of the Board, the district, or any CMS school.
Art ClubS
Art Club: Young Rembrandts
Unfortunately, due to low demand in the past year, our art club provider has closed its doors.  We are so sad to lose this amazing partner but are looking for alternative options for the future.  If you have a suggestion please reach out to ballantyneptaprograms@gmail.com 
Chess Club
​Chess Club: Charlotte Chess Center
Register By Clicking Here 

Who: Ballantyne Elementary Grades 1-5
When: Thursdays, 7:45 - 8:45 am
Session Dates: January 27, 2022 - April 28, 2022 (no class on CMS workdays or holidays)
​Cost: $180

​Here are a Few Preview Details of our Chess Club:
  • In- person, weekly chess lessons, games, and tournaments
  • Instruction by experienced and professional coaches 
  • 25 minutes of instructions & 35 minutes of play during each session
  • All levels: from beginner to advanced accepted!
  • Free, online learning portal for at-home practice included with your registration
  • 15:1 student to coach ratio

​Drama Club
Drama Club with the Ballantyne Arts Center (YMCA) has returned!  Click below for more details:
Dream Chasers Fitness Club
Dream Chasers - Formerly Xcel 2 Fitness
THERE WILL BE NO FALL 2021 SESSION, PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR A POSSIBLE SPRING 2022 SESSION

Boys in Grades 3-5
Flag Football
Flag Football - Go 4 It Athletics
FALL SESSION September 28th - October 21st - End of Season Tournament on 10/30
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Grades: 3rd-5th
Days: Tuesdays and Thursday
Time: 4-5 pm
Meet: After School in the Gym
Pick-Up: In Front of the School
Minimum Students Required: 12
Maximum Students Accepted: 20
Cost: $135 (includes 8 after-school sessions, 1 tournament on Saturday 10/30, performance t-shirt, number and wristband!

Notes About Our Flag Football Club:
Coach Ferreri and Coach Young are back to the gridiron this year!  This club focuses on individual skill, fitness and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction. Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally appropriate way.

​Foreign Language Clubs
Sarah's Spanish School

Who: Ballantyne Elementary Grades K-6
When: Multiple live class options every weekday! 
Session Dates: September 13-30th
​Cost: September is FREE!!  Please check with Sarah's for pricing after the free month

​Here are a Few Preview Details of our Spanish Club:

Sarah's Spanish School is FREE for the Month of September!
That's right, you heard us...FREE!
  • No credit card required
  • No further commitment necessary
  • Live classes held EVERY weekday...that is 28 free classes!
  • Classes are all recorded so you can go back to catch any you missed or need review.
  • STEM activities, stories, songs, games, cooking, crafts, culture...they will learn it all!
  • Class spaces will fill up quickly, see below to reserve now!
  • For more information click the button below this section to download the flyer.

For more information and to register head to:​
sarahsspanishschool.com
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​​GIRLS ON THE RUN (GIRLS RUNNING CLUB) - NOW REGISTERING FOR SPRING 2022
Who: Girls in Grades 3-5 - a minimum of 8 girls is required
When:  Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:00-5:30 pm
Session Dates: Begins the Week of March 7th through the end of season 5k on May 15th
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Cost: $170 includes: 
  • A minimum of 15 hours of instruction conducted by trained Girls on the Run coaches
  • An official GOTR shirt
  • All lesson materials including a GOTR journal
  • Entry for the season-ending 5K
  • A GOTR finisher's medal
  • Financial Aid is Available - More Details by Clicking the Link Below
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GIRL SCOUTS
Girl Scouts - Daisies (K and Grade 1), Brownies (Grades 2-3), and Juniors (Grades 4-5)
Girl Scouts USA Annual Fee, Uniform Fee for New Members + Troop Dues

We have a Girl Scout Troop that Meets Right at BES!
When: 2nd Monday of every month from 3:45-5:30 pm
Dates: Begins October 11th through June 2022
Grades: K-5
Cost: $95 (not including uniform and scout guide book)

BES Troop Information at horiucci@msn.com
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General Information at https://www.hngirlscouts.org
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LET ME RUN (BOYS RUNNING CLUB) 
Let Me Run 
THERE WILL BE NO SPRING 2022 SESSION
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Boys in Grades 4-5

​Musical Instrument CLubs
Guitar Club - Next Step Ed 
No Music Clubs are Planned This Spring
ming Soon - Click Here For Informational Flyer
Piano Club - Next Step Ed 
No Music Clubs are Planned This Spring

​SCOUTING - Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts
Are you interested in your Bear Cub becoming a Cub Scout?  If so, then download the flyer at the link below and look for the location and date that fits your schedule to find out how to register!

Want to learn more?  Watch a promotional video by Clicking Here!

​SOCCER SHOTS
No Soccer Shots Planned This Spring
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TENNIS CLUB
Tennis Club - TennisPlusFun
THERE WILL BE NO SPRING 2022 SESSION
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