The following clubs may run in the 2023-2024 school year:
Chess Club
In this club, students in grade 7 and 8 gather weekly to enjoy chess games with their peers. This year, they will also compete in the 2nd annual chess competition in honour of Aaron Chen, a former JBT student, who loved to play chess. (Led by Mr. King)
Concert Band
Students who are part of the band program and are interested in learning more about music meet in the band room to practise advanced songs, and sometimes prepare to perform in front of the whole school when there is an assembly. If you are interested in music, and want to learn more about it, this is the club for you! (Led by Ms. Grunberg)
Eco Team
J.B Tyrrell is very eco-friendly, as we focus on carefully separating blue bin, garbage and compost in the cafeteria and in our classrooms. Every class will have an eco-representative who will assist in helping JBT become a more eco-friendly place! (TBD)
Glee Club
Do you love to sing? Do you love to dance? Do you enjoying performing with a group? If so, this group may be for you! This group performs at the winter and spring concert. (Led by Ms. Grunberg)
GSA
GSA, or Gay Straight Alliance, is trying to make sure that everyone is welcomed in the school regardless of their sexuality. They put aside their differences and come together as equals, and come up with ways to make everyone feel comfortable in and out of our school. (TBD)
Needlecraft Club
Learn to knit, crochet and do needlework at the Needlecraft Club. This club is open to all grades. (Led by Mme. Wong)
Robotics
This team designs, programs and builds a robot to compete in challenges. Each year comes with a different set of challenges. You will commonly see this team working away in the room across from the office. (club not offered in 2023-2024)
Science Fair Team
Students will research and investigate personal science projects. They will compete in a science fair. (TBD)
Strings Orchestra
If you are in the strings program and are interested in learning more about strings, you’re in luck! Ms. Grunburg runs the Strings Orchestra after school for students who have a passion and interest in string instruments. They practise and perform all types of songs, sometimes in front of the whole school! (Led by Ms. Grunberg)
Student Parliament
Every class has a student representative. The representative will go to meetings, and organize events for the school. They make sure every student is enjoying their time at Tyrrell. (Led by Ms. Alves and Ms. Bosotas)
Tyrrell Library Assistants (TLAs) & Art Club
This team of students help to run our school library. They assist greatly in keeping the library organized, creating displays, and suggesting new resources for our students. This year's club is also taking on some painting projects in the library space. (Led by Ms. Hafner and Mr. Li-Fun)
Yearbook Committee
The Yearbook Committee will work to put together a book of memories for the students. Members have the opportunity to be involved in photography and digital design. (Led by Ms. Bosotas and Mme Wong)