Clubs & Organizations

The Create Club will start to meet later in the fall.  Students can join this amazing club by submitting a permission form signed by a parent and a one-time $5 fee. It is first-come, first-served, as there are limited slots!  Students should listen to the morning announcements for more details. Create Club will make fun, cool art projects as well as contribute their artistic talents to the community! Come join and unleash your creativity! Please see Mr. Dickerson (room 1502), Mrs. Jones (room 1510) or Mrs. King (room 1504), club sponsors, with questions.

Students will learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons, one of the most well-known tabletop role playing games. D&D players pretend to be heroes in an epic adventure and work together toward a common goal. This club fosters storytelling, creativity, teamwork and problem-solving. All are welcome! Students with questions should see Mr. Minks in room 2803.

This is a club for all students interested in business and computers. The club helps prepare students for success as leaders in business, government and in the community. We are prepare students to become active members in the high school chapters of FBLA, where they will compete in various business competitions.

Reasons to join FBLA include:

• Being a part of the largest student business organization in the world with over a quarter million students.
• Giving back to the community.
• Establishing career goals.
• Improving public speaking and business skills.
• Becoming a better leader.
• Learning to dress for success.
• Developing character and self-confidence.

Please contact Mr. Howard (room 1505) for more information.

Participate in competitive gaming with games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. Students must apply to join this club, and some students will even have the opportunity to compete in the HCPS gaming tournament! Good sportsmanship is expected. For more information or questions, students should contact Mrs. Coleman (library back office) or Ms. Prokopis (room 2701).

Exciting opportunities await those students who are, plan to or have taken any Teen Living 6, Teen Living 7 or Independent Living course. Students are encouraged to joinFCCLA, the national student organization. We participate in school activities as well as projects that help our community. Please see Ms. Preston (room 1511) for more information or with questions.

Public speaking is an important life skill. Come learn some of the ins and outs of what makes an excellent public speaker. Have fun with your friends while preparing for the opportunity to compete in the HCPS tournament. If you have fun in theater class or want to prepare to join a debate team in high school, then Forensics Club may be for you! For questions, students should see Ms. Prokopis (room 2701).

The P.A.C.K. is the perfect club for students who care about animals and want to make a positive difference in their lives. Students speaking up for animals is the mission statement for this humane education club. Any student may join this club at any time, simply by attending a meeting. There are usually 4-5 meetings during the school year, during Advisory time or after school. P.A.C.K. students celebrate how animals enrich our lives; research and discuss current issues and practices that affect animals; and help educate others on humane treatment and responsible pet ownership. Upcoming meetings are publicized on the morning or afternoon announcements, and through Schoology messages. Any student with questions about The P.A.C.K. should see Ms. Milby, resident P.A.C.K. leader and school counselor, in the counseling office.

Purpose: For students who enjoy helping others and wish to get involved in various committees that help the school community.

Application: Students can apply to be a Peer Helper at the beginning of each school year. All grades are encouraged to participate.

Activities: Peer Helpers take part in a variety of activities, including:

• Assisting at committees focused on events like school rallies, school spirit, eighth grade wishes, and dances
• Giving tours of the building during elementary school visits
• Showcasing the program at the annual Curriculum Night

Contact Person: For any questions, students should see Mrs. J. Ozolins, the school counseling director, in the counseling office.

The Rainbow Alliance club invites LGBTQ+ students and allies to come together for support and friendship. The RA's main goal is to give students a safe space to express themselves. We also advocate for understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities within the school community. Any student with questions about Rainbow Alliance should see Mrs. Hunt (room 2807), Ms. Fitz (counseling office), Ms. Spruill (1402) or Ms. Walker (library).

The Technology Student Association fosters personal growth, leadership and opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM. Members apply and integrate these concepts through co-curricular activities, competitions and related programs. For questions, students should see Ms. Lewchanin (room 1503).