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Clubs and ActivitiesDiamond Elementary supports its students by providing them with many opportunities for active involvement outside the classroom. These supports include: Academic Awards Assemblies are held quarterly to recognize those students in grades four through six who achieve high honors. Certificates and honor pins are presented by the Principal to the students in two categories. Distinguished Honor certificates are presented to those students who earned all A's. High Honor certificates are presented to those students who earned all A's and B's. BOOK IT is a reading incentive program sponsored by the local Pizza Hut. Each teacher who chooses for their class to participate sets a goal for individual students in their classroom. Students ear free indvidual pizzas for meeting their goals. The program is held yearly from October through March. Diamond Ambassadors are sixth graders who meet and greet visitors and serve as tour guides for the school. Diamond Performers is a singing and dancing group of third, fourth, fifth, and sixth graders. Read more about their activities. The Homework Club provides assistance to students in grades 3 - 6 that need help with homework. Guidance is provided by school staff and volunteers. The Literacy Club is a comprehensive reading intervention club for students in grades 1 and 2. The Literacy Garden is an outside, landscaped area with a friendly atmosphere where students can read or classes can meet. It was designed by a teacher and her students. They are responsible for the landscaping and updeep. Several local businesses have contributed items to make the Literacy Garden a more inviting place for students. The Math Club is a multi-level group of fourth through sixth graders who focus on math skills. The Meeter/Greeter Program is a student welcoming program. Students welcome and transition new students into ou school family. Reading Counts is a voluntary reading program that encourages students to read for enjoyment. Students choose books on their lexile levels, read the book and take a test on the computer. Diamond educators believe in enhancing the enjoyment of reading and through this program students are recognized in their respective classrooms for their efforts. The Science Club provides students in grades 3-6 the opportunity to become actively involved in the scientific process. Learn more about this club. The Spanish Club allows students to learn about and appreciate the Spanish culture. See the Spanish Club Web page for more information. Star Student of the Month is a program sponsored by the PTA to recognize students who best exemplify the chosen character trait of the month (Gator Traits). The PTA hosts an evening meeting once a month to honor two star students from each class. Students are presented with a certificate, star student pencil and a Diamond Elementary School "dog tag" pendant. Pictures of the students earning this recognition are posted outside each classroom. "Study Buddies" are peer helpers who assist younger students in various grade levels throughou the school. These older students serve as role models for the younger students. WDGTV is a student produced news program which is broadcast each morning from the media center. The majority of the students are in the 5th and 6th grades. The students operate the camera, computer and other technical equipment. The students lead the pledge and share information for the day including Gator Traits, awards, menu, weather, and interesting daily trivia. Special class activities and presentations are broadcast throughout the year.
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