Athletics
Athletics provide additional opportunities for students to build teamwork, make friends and challenge themselves. The school offers the following after-school sports and special events:
Basketball
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Grades 5th - 8th | Enrollment: November |
South Loop Elementary School has competitive basketball teams in the following categories: Girls 5th-6th grade, Girls 7th-8th grade, Boys 5th-6th grade, Boys 7th-8th grade. Attendance at team practice and competitions is required. There is a $40 athletic fee for participation. Email Mr. York for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Cardio Kickboxing
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All ages | Enrollment: January |
Kick, punch, sweat and dance yourself into a more fit you! Cardio kickboxing is a fun, high intensity exercise designed to work all muscle groups. Jabs, uppercuts, hooks and various leg and ab work included. This program is safe for all ages and is non-contact. Contact 312-834-4847, or www.gettightgetright.com. Starts January 10th at South Loop Elementary School.
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30 - 7:30pm, $40/month
Cheerleading Club
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Grades 1st - 4th, Girls | Enrollment: October |
Girls in grades 1st through 4th can sign up for a recreational cheerleading club. The club will help to build cheerleading fundamentals. There is a $40 athletic fee for participation. Email Ms. Menoni for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Cheerleading Competition Team
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Grades 5th - 8th, Girls | Enrollment: October |
Girls in grades 5th through 8th can sign up for competitive cheerleading. Attendance at team practices and competitions is required. There is a $40 athletic fee for participation. Email Ms. Menoni for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Co-Ed Youth Basketball
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Grades 1st - 5th | Enrollment: October |  Registration Form |
This co-ed program is open to grades 1st through 5th plus non-attending students. The program is designed to teach youngsters the fundamentals of basketball, with an emphasis on skill development and teamwork. Drills and practices will be held in October and November. Players will be placed on teams in December to compete in a recreational league running until February 11th, 2012. Practices/games will be held on Saturdays 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Fee is $100, checks can be made payable to Friends & Family of South Loop. Email Mr. Tim Butler for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Cross Country Team
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Grades 5th - 8th | Enrollment: Fall 2012 |
Cross Country Team is a competitive program for both boys and girls in grades 5th through 8th. Attendance at team practice and competitions is required. There is a $40 athletic fee for participation. Email Ms. Bodnar for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Fitness Night
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Grades PreK - 8th | Date: April 12th, 2012 |
This event, sponsored by the Family Involvement Group provides an opportunity for families to come together to learn about health and fitness, while having a good time and getting to know other South Loop Families. This year's event will be held on Thursday, April 12th 2012 at 6:15 pm in the Main Building.
Girls on the Run
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Grades 3rd - 5th | Enrollment: February |
This national program weaves training for a 5K run with fun, experience-based lessons that improve self-awareness and inspire confidence in girls. Email Ms. Bodnar for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Jump Rope for Heart
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Grades 1st - 8th | Date: April 12th, 2012 |
Jump Rope For Heart is a national education and fundraising event sponsored by the American Heart Association and the American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and Dance (AAHPERD). It engages elementary and middle school students with jumping rope while empowering them to improve their own health and help other kids with heart-health issues. Students are encouraged to gather pledges to help raise money. This year's event will take place on Thursday April 12th, 2012 at 9:00 am.
Track
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Grades 5th - 8th | Enrollment: April |
Track is a competitive program for both boys and girls in grades 5th through 8th. Attendance at team practice and competitions is required. There is a $40 athletic fee for participation. Email Mr. York for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Tae-Kwon-Do
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Grades K - 8th | Enrollment: Open | Registration Form |
Through a partnership with Skokie Tae-Kwon-Do, students in grades K through 8th can enroll in either a before or after school program to learn the fundamentals of Tae-Kwon-Do. Fee is $120 for 1 day a week per quarter. Payment is due at the beginning of each quarter. For further information call Skokie Tae Kwon Do, Inc. and ask for Master Terry at (847) 677-8111.
Tuesdays (before school), 8:00 - 8:45am/ Cost: $120 per quarter
Wednesdays (after school), 3:00 - 3:45pm / Cost: $120 per quarter
First Quarter: September 6 - November 10
Second Quarter: November 11 - January 27
Third Quarter: January 30 - April 13
Fourth Quarter: April 14 - June 13
Volleyball
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Grades 5th - 8th | Enrollment: November |
Volleyball is a competitive program for girls in grades 5th through 8th. Attendance at team practice and competitions is required. There is a $40 athletic fee for participation. Email Linwood Donovan for more information at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .
Youth Wrestling Club
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Grades K - 8th | Enrollment: January - February | Registration Form |
This 8-week program will teach the fundamentals of wrestling and is open to grades K - 8th plus non-attending students. Classes will be held at the main building on Saturday mornings from 9:15-10:15 am. To register, complete the registration form and email to Markus Sexton at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. . For more information, call Markus Sexton at (773) 556-5097. Classes start February 25th.
Enrichment
