100 Things to Do Before High School - Join a Club Thing! (S1E13)
When Crispo joins the Save the Baboons club, which is ran by Mindy and Blake, CJ and Fenwick, who were not allowed to join, try to find their own clubs. Fenwick joins the Super Genius club and CJ joins the Club club, which is boring. CJ and the other club members attempt to make it cooler, but it gets taken over by Mindy and Blake's club, so CJ tries one more time in a bigger room. When Crispo discovers that the money donations for the Save the Baboons club is going toward the club's expenses rather than saving the baboons, he leaves and join CJ's Club Awesome club, which becomes a huge success. However, it becomes too much of a success after Mindy's not able to go in, despite everyone being able to join, and CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo not even being allowed to go back in due to the club reaching capacity.
| Runtime (min) | 23 |
|---|---|
| TMDB Rating | 4.0 (2 votes) |
| Air Date | 2015-10-10 |
| Genres | Comedy, Family |
| TV Rating | TV-G |
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Storyline
Storyline
In this episode, Crispo excitedly joins the Save the Baboons club, led by Mindy and Blake, while his friends CJ and Fenwick, who are denied membership, seek alternatives. Fenwick finds himself in the Super Genius club, while CJ's Club club fails to impress.
Crispo soon realizes the funds raised for the Save the Baboons club are being misallocated, prompting him to switch to CJ's newly formed Club Awesome. However, as the club skyrockets in popularity, it reaches capacity, leaving some members, including Mindy, unable to join.
What Parents Say
This episode highlights the importance of finding the right fit in extracurricular activities. Crispo's initial excitement turns to disappointment when he learns the truth about the Save the Baboons club. It serves as a reminder for kids to ask questions and understand where their contributions are going. Additionally, CJ's struggle to make his club appealing reflects the challenges many children face in social settings.
As Club Awesome gains unexpected popularity, the show explores themes of inclusion and exclusivity. Parents can discuss with their children the value of teamwork and collaboration, while also addressing the feelings of those left out when groups become too large. This episode can open conversations about how to create welcoming environments for everyone.
What Children Can Learn
Children watching this episode will learn about the importance of transparency and honesty in group activities, as Crispo's experience shows that not all clubs operate with good intentions. They will see that it’s essential to understand how their involvement affects others and the cause they support.
Furthermore, the episode teaches kids about adaptability and creativity. CJ's efforts to make his club exciting demonstrate that sometimes, you need to innovate and think outside the box to engage your peers. Kids will learn that success can come from collaboration and that sometimes, it’s okay to start over when things don’t go as planned.
Five Most Asked Questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Why did Crispo leave the Save the Baboons club? | Crispo left the Save the Baboons club after discovering that the donations meant to save baboons were actually being used for the club's expenses. This realization made him feel misled and prompted him to seek a club that aligned with his values, leading him to join CJ's Club Awesome. |
| What challenges did CJ face when trying to make his club more exciting? | CJ struggled to make his Club club more exciting and appealing to others. Despite his efforts to enhance the experience, it was ultimately taken over by Mindy and Blake's more popular Save the Baboons club, demonstrating how difficult it can be to stand out and attract members in a competitive environment. |
| What lessons about teamwork and inclusion can kids learn from this episode? | Kids can learn valuable lessons about teamwork and inclusion as CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo navigate the ups and downs of club membership. The episode shows that while it's great to have a popular club, it's essential to ensure everyone feels welcome and included, highlighting the importance of considering others' feelings. |
| How does the episode address the theme of popularity in clubs? | The episode addresses the theme of popularity in clubs by showing how quickly Club Awesome gains traction, much to the surprise of CJ and his friends. However, as the club grows, it also faces challenges, including exclusivity and capacity issues, prompting discussions about the drawbacks of popularity and the need for balance. |
| What can parents discuss with their children after watching this episode? | Parents can discuss with their children the importance of understanding the purpose and operations of clubs they want to join, as well as the value of transparency. Additionally, this episode can spark conversations about making inclusive environments and the significance of working together to achieve common goals, reinforcing social skills and empathy. |
Cast
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | With the pressures of high school in their near future, CJ and her two best friends decide to embark on a series of middle school adventures while they can still take risks and have fun. |
| 1 | 2 | CJ, Fen and Crispo start a garage band with hopes of winning top prize at the school's music festival. But when creative differences break up the band, CJ must find a way to reunite the team in time for their big performance. |
| 1 | 3 | The gang each sets out to conquer their fears, but when CJ is faced with talking to her 8th grade crush, she needs the help of Fenwick & Crispo to cross this item off the list. |
| 1 | 4 | CJ notices how many times Fenwick says the word "no" so she convinces the guys to say yes for the day. But while agreeing to everything that is asked of you opens new doors, it also creates unanticipated problems. |
| 1 | 5 | Hoping to insert a little magic into their middle school routine, CJ, Fen and Crispo set out to grant the wishes of some people in their lives. |
| 1 | 6 | A sleepover fund-raiser is held at school, and CJ and her pals want to stay awake for the event, but it's no easy task. |
| 1 | 7 | CJ longs for a pet, but her mom is unsure she's ready, so she makes CJ look after a flour baby to prove she's responsible. |
| 1 | 8 | CJ and her pals experiment with their wardrobes and learn about the effects clothes can have. |
| 1 | 9 | CJ works with Fen and Crispo to find out their "special thing". |
| 1 | 10 | Crispo lacks funds for a concert ticket, so his pals scheme to get him one without him knowing they paid for it. |
| 1 | 11 | CJ and the boys decide to expand their group, but making new friends throws each of them into unexpected situations. |
| 1 | 12 | The group decides to enter the science fair, but CJ cannot figure out what she wants to do and starts losing her spirit; however, Ronbie raises her spirits back up with a pep talk. Meanwhile, Fenwick builds a robot that is beaten by Mindy's better robot. Crispo tries multiple things to impress one of the judges, but repeatedly fails. Eventually, CJ figures out that she can enter her list of 100 things to do before high school because of the science of whether or not things on the list prepare someone for high school and Fenwick builds a robot that highly surpasses Mindy's, but it goes haywire and wrecks everyone's science fair projects, except Crispo's, whose science fair project ended up being himself because of what his body can do. |
| 1 | 13 | When Crispo joins the Save the Baboons club, which is ran by Mindy and Blake, CJ and Fenwick, who were not allowed to join, try to find their own clubs. Fenwick joins the Super Genius club and CJ joins the Club club, which is boring. CJ and the other club members attempt to make it cooler, but it gets taken over by Mindy and Blake's club, so CJ tries one more time in a bigger room. When Crispo discovers that the money donations for the Save the Baboons club is going toward the club's expenses rather than saving the baboons, he leaves and join CJ's Club Awesome club, which becomes a huge success. However, it becomes too much of a success after Mindy's not able to go in, despite everyone being able to join, and CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo not even being allowed to go back in due to the club reaching capacity. |
| 1 | 14 | Due to a bad childhood experience, Principal Hader cancels the Halloween carnival. CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo make it their thing to figure out why Principal Hader hates Halloween and fix it. Meanwhile, Crispo is made fun of for wearing what others perceive as a costume for little children. He then changes to a more dark costume to be cool, but later realizes that he should not change simply because somebody doesn't like a particular feature about him. |
| 1 | 15 | CJ, Fenwick, and Crispo are all sick; CJ and Fenwick are both home while Crispo wants to know what it's like to have a sick day, but his parents don't ever allow him to stay home, no matter how sick he is. Meanwhile, to keep his perfect attendance record, Fenwick has Crispo walk around with Fenwick on an iPad. Later, Fenwick gives Crispo the idea to get on a bike and go over to CJ's house to make the best of his sick day, but when Crispo gets over there, CJ's not there because she came back to school since she was feeling a lot better thanks to some disgusting green liquid medicine her parents forced her to take earlier. |
| 1 | 16 | CJ challenges her friends to sit at another lunch table during lunchtime and see how events occur differently. |
| 1 | 17 | CJ and her friends discover the challenges of taking care of themselves when they find that they are home alone for the night |
| 1 | 18 | CJ and the boys decide to make their voices heard during the 7th grade elections; a friendly competition turns negative |
| 1 | 19 | When a simple lie morphs into an out of control event, CJ and the boys discover the power of words and the messy business surrounding lies, truths and the consequences of telling both. |
| 1 | 20 | The children are ready to redeem their rewards for a school achievement trip to the water park, but their "pootybucks" go missing. |
| 1 | 21 | CJ, Fen and Crispo try to find their own unique ways of creating lasting memories of their time at Pootatuck. |
| 1 | 22 | The friends plan to meet their idols, but when their carefully laid plans begin to unravel they realize the importance of patience. |
| 1 | 23 | The gang becomes inspired by the fact that it takes 10,000 hours to master something, so they decide to master their own things. |
| 1 | 24 | Crispo attempts to overcome his fear of asking for help in class; CJ volunteers to escort fifth grade students through the school; Fenwick tries to become the high five king of middle school. |
| 1 | 25 | After Ronbie's girlfriend dumps him, CJ and the boys decide to take the initiative and get their hearts broken. |
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