Knights in Action
Providence Englewood is proud to offer our students a variety of extracurricular activities. Our programs are designed to teach students new skills, teamwork and sportsmanship. Students who participate in our extracurricular programs must remember that they are students first. This means they must maintain a 2.0 GPA with no grades below a C in any subject. If students’ grades fall below these standards, they will not be allowed to participate in our extracurricular activities. In addition, students must agree to abide by the following bylaws:
- Respect coaches/team leaders at all times
- Respect teammates at all times
- Report to practices/meetings on time
- Maintain a positive attitude
- Try your best and have fun!
News
The PECS girl’s basketball team opened up the 2015-2016 season with an exciting victory over Amandla.
The 7th-8th grade boys have accumulated a list of accomplishments so far this season:
-Reached the final four (out of 32 teams) at the Best of the Midwest Tournament at Collins HS
-Finished in the final four (out of 20 teams) at the annual Whitney Young tournament
– Defeated CICS Wrightwood at the Simeon Robert Smith Invite only Shootout
PECS 7th and 8th Grade Team
Sports Schedules
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Sports
We are pleased to offer our students a range of sports activities. All sports teams are free, but have limited space available. If your child is interested in participating in any of the sports listed below, please contact Andrea Brooks at brooks.an@providenceenglewood.org.
Cheer Club (Grades K–4)
Girls learn basic cheers and maneuvers that are performed at weekly small ball games and the school’s annual pep rally. Practices are 2–3 days per week with coaches, as well as the cheerleading team.
Cheerleading Team (Grades 5–8)
School spirit is the emphasis of our cheerleading team! The team practices stunts and routines 3 days a week, and cheers at the girls’ and boys’ basketball games weekly.
Boys Basketball(Grades 5–6)
Boys focus on developing their basketball skills in practices 2–3 days per week. They play weekly games in the St. Columbanus leagues.
Boys Basketball (Grades 7–8)
Boys train for playing basketball at the high school level in practices 2–3 days per week. They play in weekly games in the St. Columbanus and St. Sabina leagues.
Girls Basketball (Grades 5–8)
Girls develop their skills in preparation for playing basketball at the high school level. They practice 2–3 days per week and participate in weekly games in the St. Columbanus league.
Soccer (Grades 1–3)
Boys and girls learn soccer skills, and scrimmage and play games with other schools through this soccer program coordinated by Urban Initiatives. Practices are held 3 days a week.
Track (Grades 3–8)
Boys and girls learn various track skills in practices held 2 days a week. The team competes in 4–5 meets during the season, as well as in the playoffs.
Volleyball
Middle School girls in grades 6-8 build confidence and learn the value of putting teamwork and communication into action while developing a basic level of skill and understanding of the game of volleyball. During the season the Lady Knights compete in a local league, which include playoffs, against various middle school teams.
Girls in 3rd-5th grade learn life skills through dynamic, interactive lessons and running games. The program culminates with a 5k running event. The goal of the program is to unleash confidence through accomplishment while establishing a lifetime appreciation of health and fitness.
Majorettes
Girls in 1st-8th grade learn how to twirl batons while also gaining dance and gymnastic skills.
Students practice 2 days per week and are introduced to a variety of music such as jazz, house and spiritual.
Summer Opportunity of a Lifetime (Grades 3–7)
Summer Opportunity of a Lifetime (SOAL) offers students the opportunity to apply for a variety of unique summer programs held outside of our school. Students must be registered for the next school year to be considered for SOAL. Selections for this program are based on teacher recommendations, academic performance, overall attitude and administrative approval. There is a cost to participate in SOAL, which is based on the student’s financial aid need and cost of the program. The maximum contribution per student is $1,000. If your child is interested in participating in SOAL, please e-mail Ms. Redfield at redfieldn@providenceenglewood.org.
View images and video of our extracurricular activities.