School Clubs

Alt Soc is our MS GSA (Gender & Sexuality Alliance) that provides a safe space for MS students who identify as part of or are allies of the LGBTQ+ community. Our club, at this moment, has two purposes: to allow for fun and positive interaction and connection (the Social piece) and the consideration of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice within the MS (Support). We discuss ways to raise awareness and make our community even more fun and inclusive for everyone. 

Caring Hands is a service-learning community service After-School Activity that helps people in our local community. Students discuss needs in our community, organize community service outings, and create materials to share the opportunities and service work with the ASM community.
 

The mission of the Lancer Leadership Council is to serve others and make positive changes in our community.  To do this, the students commit to being open-minded, trying their best, and sticking to their goals. They lead by example in all aspects of their Middle School lives so that others will have confidence and trust in them. 

The Middle Earth Players -MEP- is open to all middle school students. Starting in October and ending in May, this after-school activity will allow students to learn about all the facets of drama production, from improv and performance in front of an audience to costume design.   makeup up, lights, and sound. Some of the MEP plays have been Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Peter Pan, Into the Woods, Comic Book Artists, and The Hobbit.

Model United Nations (MUN) is both a course and an activity. MUN is designed as an exploration of international relations through a careful study of the United Nations and the various historical and current events in which nations interact and deal with conflicts. Students will learn the skills and procedures needed to be successful in a Model United Nations simulation and will research world issues and be challenged to think creatively and critically about possible solutions. ASM hosts Madrid MUN (MADMUN) which is attended by schools in Spain and other EU countries. Students can begin to participate in Middle School and are able to take on more involved roles in later years.

Do you like strategy, tactics, and having friendly competition? Come join us in MS Chess Club! Chess is a timeless and unique problem-solving game that is not only a fun game to play with your friends, but it will help develop the mental skills that will have benefits throughout your whole lifetime.

The Yearbook club is offered to students in grades 6-12. The club is geared towards students who are dedicated, and enthusiastic, and would like to leave a lasting mark with a schoolwide publication. The Yearbook documents the school climate/culture and school spirit with a focus on digital photography and journalism. The club meets twice a week to ensure that we meet important deadlines. 

The Business Club or Mini Companies

This club provides an opportunity to take theoretical business learnings to a practical space. It is encouraged that students consider social entrepreneurship as this is the way for the future in Business and is a great opportunity to meet the needs of your community and give back.  However if you have a great product idea - we can always pursue that also. 

Students go through the opportunity to:
- Develop ideas and find a niche market that would be suitable for our community or surrounds
- Create an elevator pitch style business plan
- Take on positions such as CEO, Financial Advisor, Marketing Manager, Operational Manager and Head of Human Resources
- Create and propose budgets, sale prices, and forecast profits
- Source finances
- develop product
- Create marketing campaigns
- follow and develop the supply chain process
- Make sales
- control finances 
- reflect and learn simple business practices that they can take forward into their future. 
- track finance and make continual decisions on how the business should continue
- Make a profit and share your success.

Important Information:
- All upper school students are welcome to participate in Grades 9-12. 
- This is a two hour ASA that should be committed to for a year and should be seen as a weekly priority, additional hours may also be required at times to ensure your business is a success. 
- It is great to come as a team, if not come individually and make a team with like-minded individuals
- Ms. Walker will provide the guidance, however, students are encouraged to take on positions within their company and take responsibility for the 'company' they are creating. 
- This is also a great opportunity for CAS, meeting the creativity requirement, and depending on the type of business that may meet service elements. 

Caring Hands is a service-learning community service After-School Activity that helps people in our local community. Students discuss needs in our community, organize community service outings, and create materials to share the opportunities and service work with the ASM community.
 

This club has created partnerships with a local school for students with disabilities. Students from ASM participate in activities with these students such as playing games, crafting recess, and spending time to connect with them. 

The purpose of this club is to give students leadership opportunities in addressing environmental issues at our school, community, and world. Student choice and initiative drive all activities, thus the success of the group depends on the collaboration of all members.

This ASA is for students with a passion for international relations and human rights. The club will explore what’s happening in current events, raising awareness and funds to try and have a positive impact on communities in need here and abroad.

The Lancer Scoop is the American School of Madrid's student-run newspaper. There are a variety of sections so that you can find the articles, interviews, and stories that interest you the most, including but not limited to: Arts & Culture, Business, Current Events, Fashion, Science, Sports, and Travel. We welcome new talent to write for us and join The Lancer Scoop team.
 

Model United Nations (MUN) is both a course and an activity. MUN is designed as an exploration of international relations through a careful study of the United Nations and the various historical and current events in which nations interact and deal with conflicts. Students will learn the skills and procedures needed to be successful in a Model United Nations simulation and will research world issues and be challenged to think creatively and critically about possible solutions. ASM hosts Madrid MUN (MADMUN) which is attended by schools in Spain and other EU countries. Students can begin to participate in Middle School and are able to take on more involved roles in later years.

The National Honor Society is an Upper School organization that was established to recognize outstanding high school students. The NHS celebrates students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service. NHS is involved in fundraising for a number of worthy causes such as an annual book drive and the holiday gift collection in conjunction with the U.S. Embassy in Madrid. 

Members of the French Honor Society have excelled throughout their secondary school study of French and who have a strong overall academic record. The Société Honoraire du Français is involved in several activities each year to support TUARES STIFTUNG, an NGO which provides schooling to girls in Burkina Faso.

The Executive Council is made up of students elected by their peers to serve as dedicated leaders who will work with students and administration to continue to move ASM forward in celebrating our academic and extracurricular achievements and innovating solutions that benefit our diverse community. This is a team of the students, by the students, and for the students.

The Yearbook club is offered to students in grades 6-12. The club is geared towards students who are dedicated, and enthusiastic, and would like to leave a lasting mark with a schoolwide publication. The Yearbook documents the school climate/culture and school spirit with a focus on digital photography and journalism. The club meets twice a week to ensure that we meet important deadlines. 

In the Medical Science Club, we encourage upper school students at ASM to further involve themselves in STEM and medical science-oriented activities and opportunities. We facilitate access to more in-depth science/medical activities than are typically included in the science curriculum, including science mentoring, guest speakers from the medical community, organ dissections, medical science-specific presentations, STEM activities, and more!