At Kinard, students have the opportunity to get involved with many different extracurricular clubs and activities. These programs provide students an outlet to gain new skills, connect with friends, have fun, and solidify a sense of belonging to Kinard. Historically, over 500 students participate in Kinard clubs and activities each year.
Club information will continue to be updated as our club activities begin for the 2026-2027 school year.
School Sponsored Clubs
Give Next
Wednesdays, 3:15-4:00 p.m., Room 509; starts 9/23/2026 through 5/5/2027
Anne Flemming 970-488-5419 aflemming@psdschools.org
Bethany Houston 970-488-5453 bhouston@psdschools.org
Give Next is a year‑long, student‑led grantmaking program that challenges you to think critically, dig into community issues, and invest in real local nonprofits—your decisions, your impact.
Lego Robotics
Every day, 2:30-3:10 p.m., Room 510; starts 8/19/2026 through 12/18/2026
Aaron Berthold 970-488-5467 aberthold@psdschools.org
In Lego Robotics, students learn to understand the basics of STEM and apply their skills in an exciting competition while building habits of teamwork, collaboration, and critical thinking.
We are currently looking for a club sponsor. Check back later for more information.
In Math Counts, students focus on math skills through a competition-based program.
National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
Select Mondays, 7:30-8:00 a.m., Media Center
Meeting dates : 9/21, 10/5, 10/26, 11/9, 12/7, 1/11, 2/1, 3/8, 3/29, 4/12, 4/26. We may add more dates as needed to complete projects and community events.
Nicole Darrow 970-488-5482 ndarrow@psdschools.org
In NJHS, students focus their leadership skills on planning and implementing community service projects for non-profits around the world. Membership by application only. New members can apply each year in January.
Science Olympiad (click here for more information)
Every day, October through May
Karly Blumberg 970-488-5482 kablumberg@psdschools.org
This is a unique club for all interested 6th, 7th, and 8th graders that includes 23 different events spanning several disciplines of science and engineering, culminating in a regional tournament in early March and the state competition in late March. Registration forms are available from Ms. Blumberg (room 313) after September 17th. Registration for this season closes on October 2nd.
Theatre Club
Wednesdays and Thursdays, 3:15-4:15 p.m., Choir Room 711; will meet from January through May
Scott Wheeler 970-488-5488 swheeler@psdschools.org
In second semester, students can join the Theatre Club to participate in the spring drama performance. Theatre Club is open to all Kinard students interested in performing or technical theatre. There is an attendance requirement for those performing (no more than 5 absences) and a $50 fee to participate. However, students involved in after-school winter sports or those who can only attend once a week can still participate in the technical theatre aspects. See Mr. Wheeler for more details.
Yearbook
ELO, 2:30-3:10 p.m., Room 417; 8/14/25 through 5/26/26
Ally Lonac 488-5457 alonac@psdschools.org
In Yearbook ELO, students create page layouts for our nationally-recognized, award winning yearbook. Staff members (including 6th, 7th, and 8th graders) take pictures to fill pages, write captions, and learn journalism standards. This is a year-long program, and it is full for the 2026-2027 year. 
Student Initiated and Led Organizations
If a student has an interest that lies outside of the listed school-sponsored clubs, they are welcome to explore starting their own club. Student initiated and led clubs are open to all students and can happen before or after school. Students interested in starting a student initiated and led organization must first meet with Mrs. LaRue to start the application process and to understand PSD policy around student initiated and led organizations. Students should come to that meeting with a general idea or proposal for their club - a description of the club, purpose of the club, when and where they would like the club to meet, as well as how frequently and for how long each meeting will run. Students will also need to find a staff sponsor who agrees to monitor and supervise the club. Student initiated and led organizations must reapply each year.
| Organization | Purpose | Meeting Information | Student Contact Information | Employee Monitor |
| Animal Lovers Alliance | Together, we aim to make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals in need and the organizations that strive to protect them. | Mondays after school, 3:15-4:00 PM, small gym/weight room | Ava Lowry | Bre Jordan |
| ComicBookers! | This is a club to create and write a comic together! | Tuesdays after school, 3:15-4:15 PM, room 409 | Annie Sugarman | Andy Graham |
| Dungeons & Dragons Club | A club for students who enjoy DnD and who have never played and want to learn. | Thursdays after school, 3:15-4:00 PM, room 509 | Ivy Cytrynowicz | Bethany Houston |
| FCT/FCA | To connect student athletes and other kids and help them grow a relationship with Christ. | Fridays before school, 7:30-8:00 AM, Room 300 | Meredith Podany | Leslie Husted |
| Pixels and Pencils Club | An art club to do many different kinds of art options available. | Fridays after school, 3:15-4:00 PM, room 509 | Ivy Cytrynowicz | Bethany Houston |