Before and After School Clubs

Grades: 8th Grade

Faculty Sponsor:  Downs & Norton

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 PM - 9/2/25, 9/3/25,9/4/25, 9/9/25, 9/10/25, 9/11/25, 9/16/25, 9/17/25,9/18/25, 9/23/25, 9/24/25, 9/25/25, 10/7/25(until 7:30pm),  1/6/26, 1/7/26, 1/8/26, 1/13/26, 1/14/26, 1/15/26, 1/20/26, 1/21/26, 1/22/26, 1/28/26(until 7:30pm), 3/10/26 (until 7:30pm)

Location:  Band Room 1.257

Pickup Location:  Bus Lanes

Cost:  $55 Participation fee mandated by Georgia State University

Registration:  All members registered in Synergy for 8A Band

Mission/Purpose:  The NGMS 8A Band has been selected as one of the top bands across the Southeast to participate in a featured performance at the Music for All Southeastern Music Festival held at Georgia State University on Wednesday, March 25th, 2026.

Description of Planned Activities:  Planned sectional and full band after school rehearsals throughout fall and spring. 

National, State or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Vicens & Papa

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 AM - Wednesdays:  9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, 10/1,10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 1/7, 1/14, 1/21, 1/28, 2/4, 2/11, 2/18,2/25, 3/4, 3/11, 3/18,3/15 4/1,4/22,4/29, 5/6, 5/13

Location:  Media Center

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  N/A

Registration:  Registration Link

Google Site:  Link to Site

Mission/Purpose:  We want to provide a welcoming and inclusive space for members of all ages to explore their preferred genres, share their passion for reading, and connect with fellow book enthusiasts

Description of Planned Activities:  We will spend time reading in the company of new friends, chatting about our favorite books and characters, playing book-related games and activities, and more. This club does not have an assigned book; students will self-select books from the media center to bring to club time.

National, State or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 7-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Downs & Norton

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 AM - 2/5/26, 3/12/26, 3/19/26, 4/2/26, 4/23/26 

Location:  1.262

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  Registration fee $5.00 per student

Registration: Sign up with directors in class

Mission/Purpose:  Extended opportunity for NGMS brass players to learn and perform music written specifically for brass instruments.  

Description of Planned Activities:  Spring Rehearsals with performance at GMEA District 13 Solo and Ensemble Festival on Saturday, April 25th. 

National, State or Local Affiliations:  GMEA

Grades: 7th-8th Grade

Faculty Sponsor:  Stark

Meeting Dates/Time:  Daily from 8:55AM - 9:20AM

Location:  Media Center

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  None

Registration:  Application in April of each year - See Ms. Stark

Mission/Purpose:  The Bulldog News Network produces the morning announcements and digital content to share with the school and community.

Description of Planned Activities:  Students will develop leadership and teamwork skills through a number of on-camera and behind-the-scenes positions including anchor/feature, camera/lights, sound, teleprompter, studio director, video director, and switchboard operator. Students are selected during the spring of the year prior to the club start date. For example, students for the 2025-26 club were selected in the spring of 2025.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Carnegie & M. Jones

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30 PM - 5:30 PM: 8/21, 9/4, 9/18, 10/2, 10/16, 11/6, 12/4 (main gym), 12/18, 1/15, 2/5, 2/19, 3/19, 4/2, 4/16, 5/7 (main gym)

Location:  Cafeteria

Pickup Location:  Car Rider Area

Cost:  $50.00

Registration:  Link to Registration

Mission/Purpose: DECA is a student led organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in schools across the globe. It offers competitive events that allow members to experience real-world business scenarios and provides a network for members to showcase their talents and make a difference in their communities.  NGMS DECA focusses on Leadership, competitive events and Community service.

Description of Planned Activities:  In addition to our monthly meetings, our members will have the opportunity to plan and lead community service efforts, attend leadership conferences, and participate in competitive events.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  State (Georgia DECA) and National (DECA Inc.)

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Hahn

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15 AM - 8:55 AM - 8/28, 9/18, 10/16, 11/13, 12/4, 1/15, 2/26, 3/19, 4/16, 5/14

Location:  GYMS and Cafeteria 

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  N/A

Registration:  Anyone can come to meetings; FCA Officer/General Board Application Link

Merchandise:  FCA Swag

Mission/Purpose:  To be an encouraging group of NGMS students that gather to learn more and develop a growing relationship with God.

Description of Planned Activities:  Fun Games, Fellowship, Encouraging word from a community member, and donuts!

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  FCA

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Felbaum

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30 PM - 5:30 PM - Mondays:  8/23, 9/8, 9/22, 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/17, 12/1, 12/15, 1/12, 1/26, 2/9, 3/2, 3/16, 3/30, 4/13, 4/27, 5/11

Location:  Felbaum's Room

Pickup Location:  Bus Lanes

Cost:  $20

Registration:  Link to registration

Mission/Purpose:  To educate students about how to prepare, plant, harvest and care for the school garden with the goal of inspiring an interest in gardening/agriculture as a hobby or future career opportunity.

Description of Planned Activities:  Students and sponsors will begin weeding and improving the aesthetics of the outdoor garden.  We will till and prepare the garden beds for fall planting and winter harvest spring planting and summer harvest, as well as, utilize the water tower and hydroponic gardens (indoor) to plant, grow and harvest greens.  We would like to explore and educate students about composting, with the possibility of expanding the program to utilize cafeteria waste.

National, State or Local Affiliations:  GHS (Green and Healthy Schools) 

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Ball, Clement, and Hudnall

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:20-5 :30 PM: 8/21(auditions); 9/4; 9/11; 9/18; 9/25; 10/2; 10/16;10/30; 11/6; 11/13; 12/3; 12/4(concert); 1/8; 1/15; 1/20; 2/5; 2/10; 2/24; 3/3; 3/10; 3/19; 3/26; 4/2; 4/16; 4/23; 4/28 (concert)

Location:  Orchestra Room

Pickup Location:  Bus Lanes

Cost:  $25.00 (for coaches, audition judges, etc.) 

Registration:  Students audition for this orchestra; sign up is in person with orchestra teachers (all students that audition and participate must be enrolled in the NGMS Orchestra class respective to their grade level); audition materials will be given to students during the first week of school)

Mission/Purpose:  To provide enrichment opportunities for students that are playing beyond the grade level AKS level and to enrich all of our classes through building ensemble skills and musical knowledge.

Description of Planned Activities:  weekly after school rehearsals and 2 concerts per year

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 7-8

Faculty Sponsor:  D'Silva

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 - 8/18, 9/8, 10/6, 11/3, 12/8, 1/12, 2/2, 3/2, 4/20

Location:  Dr. D'Silva's Classroom

Pickup Location:  Bus Lanes

Cost:  $35

Registration:  Please see Dr. D'Silva or Mr. Brubaker (7th grade) for application

Mission/Purpose: To empower HOSA-Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community, through education, collaboration, and experience.

Description of Planned Activities: Monthly meetings, topic related activities, speaker events.

National, State or Local Affiliations:  HOSA

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Hanna and Young

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:00 AM - 8:55 AM: 9/10, 9/16, 9/17, 9/23, 9/24, 9/30 (Main Gym), 10/1, 10/7, 10/8, 10/14, 10/15, 2/17, 2/18, 2/24, 2/25, 3/3, 3/10, 3/11, 3/17, 3/18, 3/24, 3/25

Location:  Aux GYM

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  None

Registration:  Registration Signup

Mission/Purpose: The goal of the Intramurals clubs is to help provide an opportunity for the students of NGMS to play some team sports. Since all students do not have a chance to be in Physical Education during the school day, intramurals gives the students access to some physical activity.

Description of Planned Activities:  During Intramurals the students will be divided up into teams to play sports. The primary sport that the students play is basketball. If we have enough students interested in other sports, we will also set those sports.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 8th Grade

Faculty Sponsor:  Downs and Norton

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 PM: 1/27/26, 2/3/26, 2/10/26, 2/17/26, 2/19/26 (4:30pm-7:30pm), 3/3/26, 3/24/26, 3/31/26, 4/14/26

Location:  Band Room (Downs)

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:  None

Registration:  Sign up with Directors in Class

Mission/Purpose:  Extended opportunity for 8th Grade members to explore and be exposed to a variety of styles of music during the Spring Semester 2026.

Description of Planned Activities:  Scheduled rehearsals with performances at District Jazz LGPE and the North Gwinnett High School Jazz Festival in April.  

National, State or Local Affiliations:  GMEA

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Sutton

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:15 PM - 8/18, 8/25, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 1/5, 1/12, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9, 2/23, 3/2, 3/9, 3/16, 3/23, 4/13, 4/20

Location:  Sutton's Room

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:   $30 Covers t-shirts, National and State Club registration, 2 Celebrations. There will be additional fees for Fall Forum, Middle School Forum and State Convention

Registration:  Get paper form from Mrs. Sutton Can join anytime first semester. 

Mission/Purpose:  To promote Latin studies and participate in state events with the Georgia Junior Classical League.  

Description of Planned Activities:   Weekly meeting to play games to learn more about Latin Language, Roman mythology, and Roman history. Practice for Certamen (Quiz Bowl for Latin). Prepare for GJCL Fall Forum and State Convention.  

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  Georgia Junior Classical League, American Classical League

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Sweat & Garmon

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30: Tuesdays 9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28,  11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/14, 4/21, and 4/28

Location:  Lego Rm.

Pickup Location:  Car Rider Lanes

Cost:  $40

Registration:  Please complete the application - Application Deadline is 8/21/25

Mission/Purpose:  The LEGO Robotics Club is for the Team members of our two FIRST LEGO League Challenge teams (NGMS Bulldogs and NGMS Champs) to work on their Innovation Projects and prepare for the season's competitions.

Description of Planned Activities:  Students work with their team to design, build, and code a LEGO robot to complete the challenges of the current FLL Challenge Season, as well as research and create a Project Presentation for the Innovation Project that is part of the season competition. The first competition is usually in December, and students will potentially advance to further rounds in the second semester. Once they are done competing for the season, we will have other practice activities during meetings to remain engaged and prepare for future seasons.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  First Lego League

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  A. Jones & Bingham

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 AM - 8/27/25, 9/3/25, 9/10/25, 9/17/25, 9/24/25, 10/1/25, 10/8/25, 10/15/25, 10/22/25, 11/5/25, 11/12/25, 11/19/25, 12/3/25, 12/10/25, 12/17/25, 1/7/26, 1/14/26, 1/21/26, 2/4/26, 2/11/26, 2/18/26, 2/25/26, 3/11/26, 3/18/26, 4/1/26, 4/15/26, 4/22/26, 5/5/26, 5/13/26

Location:  Mrs. Jones's room 1.043

Cost:  $30

Registration: QR code Application on club mart day

Mission/Purpose:  The MATHCOUNTS Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that reaches students in grades 6-8 in all US states and territories with 2 extracurricular math programs. Hundreds of thousands of students participate in our programs or use our resources each year. 

Description of Planned Activities:  It's a national enrichment program and competition series focused on building problem-solving skills and positive attitudes towards math for middle school students. It offers a variety of programs, including the MATHCOUNTS Competition Series, the National Math Club, and the Math Video Challenge (formerly). The Competition Series provides a platform for students to compete in live, in-person math contests. 

National, State or Local Affiliations:  Math Counts

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  J. Spears

Meeting Dates/Time:  Tuesdays 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM: 9/2, 9/16, 10/7, 10/21, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/24, 3/31, 4/14, 4/21, 5/12

Location:  Spears's Room

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:  $15

Registration:  Link to Registration

Mission/Purpose: As a Mock Trial team, we serve as a body of student voices to foster the growth of respectfully using our voices to stand up for our beliefs with critical thinking. 

Description of Planned Activities:  Utilizing a variety of current topics, we will have discussions, and present evidence and counter-evidence to come to an adjudicated decision in allegiance with the procedures of the NGHS Mock Trial Team.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  No

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Mion

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 PM:  8/19/2025, 9/2/2025, 9/16/2025, 9/30/2025, 10/14/2025, 10/28/2025, 11/11/2025, 11/18/2025, 12/2/2025, 12/16/2025, 1/13/2026, 1/27/2026, 2/10/2026, 2/24/2026, 2/24/2026, 3/10/2026,3/24/2026, 3/31/2026, 4/14/2026, 5/5/2026, 5/12/2026

Location:  Ms. Lopez's Room

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  N/A

Registration:  Link to Registration

Mission/Purpose:  The purpose of Multicultural Club is to celebrate the various cultures of our school and community! 

Description of Planned Activities:  As a club we plan how we want to celebrate the various history months throughout the school year (Hispanic Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women's History Month, and Asian American and Pacific Islander Month). We create displays for each month and decide on the school wide celebrations for each of these months. 

National, State or Local Affiliations:  No Place for Hate

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Dover

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 AM - 09/09/2025, 09/16/2025, 09/23/2025, 09/30/2025, 10/07/2025, 10/14/2025, 10/21/2025, 10/28/2025, 11/11/2025, 11/18/2025, 12/02/2025, 12/09/2025, 12/16/2025, 01/06/2026, 01/13/2026, 01/20/2026, 01/27/2026, 02/03/2026, 02/10/2026, 02/17/2026, 02/24/2026, 03/03/2026, 03/10/2026, 03/17/2026, 03/24/2026, 03/31/2026, 04/14/2026, 04/21/2026, 04/28/2026, 05/05/2026, 05/12/2026, 05/19/2026

Location:  Music Tech Lab Rm. 2.111

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost:  None

Registration:  Link to registration form

Mission/Purpose:  To allow a space for students to create their own music and media productions.

Description of Planned Activities:  Facilitating music and other media productions such as programming/coding, podcasting, and video production that can be used to express emotion and ideas.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  GMEA

Grades: 8th Grade

Faculty Sponsor:  Downs

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 PM - 10/1/25, 10/29/25, 11/5/25, 11/12/25, 11/19/25, 2/4/26, 2/18/26, 3/18/26, 4/1/26, 4/15/26, 4/22/26

Location:  Band Room 1.262

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:  None

Registration: Sign Up with Mr. Downs in Class

Mission/Purpose: Extended opportunity for 8th grade percussionist to learn extended techniques on various percussion instruments while being exposed to chamber music written specifically for percussion. 

Description of Planned Activities:  Rehearsals with performances in the Spring (Southeastern Percussion Symposium held at Lassiter High School on the evening of April 24th, and spring concert May 12th. 

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  GMEA

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Sutton & Papa

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:45 PM:  9/2, 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28, 11/11, 11/18, 12/2, 12/9, 12/16, 1/6, 1/13, 1/20, 1/27, 2/3, 2/10, 2/17, 2/24, 3/3, 3/10, 3/17, 3/24, 3/31, 4/14, 4/21, 4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19

Location:  Rm. 1.449

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:  $120 dues, additional travel expenses for State and World Finals 

Registration:  Yes, attend information meeting, fill out online forms - See Ms. Sutton with questions.

Mission/Purpose: Work with a team of up to 7 people to create a solution to present at regionals and possibly state and national convention.  

Description of Planned Activities:  Designing, creating, and developing a solution. Participate in Regional tournament.  Participate in State and World Finals if team advances. Spontaneous Workshops and team planning days which occur on some weekends. 

National, State or Local Affiliations:  Georgia Odyssey of the Mind, International Odyssey of the Mind

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  S. Johnson, Kim, and Lorenz

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 and 4:30-5:30 - 6th grade: Every Tuesday morning from August 26 to May 12 (except for 10/7, 11/4, 12/16 16, 4/21, 4/28)  7th/8th grade: Every Wednesday morning from August 27 to May 13,  7th/8th grade afternoon Every Wednesday afternoon from August 27 to May 13 (except for October 8, October 22, December 17, February 11, March 4)

Location:  Tuesday Morning: LA PLR; Wednesday mornings: S. Johnson's room; Wednesday afternoons: S. Kim and S. Johnson's rooms

Pickup Location:  Car Rider Area

Cost:  $40 (includes t-shirt) 

Registration:  Attend parent information meeting for registration on August 20th from 5:00-6:00 in the media center or email Mr. Kim for information.

Mission/Purpose:  The mission of NGMS Quiz Bowl is to foster growth in learning as a team.

Description of Planned Activities:  Weekly Quiz Bowl Practice and Competitions (typically on Saturdays)

National, State or Local Affiliations:  Georgia Academic Team Association

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Stark & B. Taylor

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 PM:  8/18, 8/25, 9/8, 9/15, 9/22, 9/29, 10/6, 10/20, 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 12/1, 12/8, 12/15, 1/5, 1/12, 1/26, 2/2, 2/9

Location:  Media Center

Pickup Location:  Bus Lane

Cost:  $15 t-shirt fee for students who make the final 10-member club

Registration:  See Mrs. Stark at Club Mart or in the media center for an application

Mission/Purpose:  Readers Rally is a club for students who love to read and want to compete with their knowledge about specific books.

Description of Planned Activities:  Readers Rally members will meet each week to read a set list of 10 books. Students will also write comprehension questions about the books and participate in practice buzzer rounds in anticipation of the county-wide competition. Any student may join the club; however, the competition team will be decided by December each year. Ten members of the club will move on to the county-wide competition in February.

National, State or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Dr. Muhammad & Cherestal

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 PM - Tuesday and Wednesday Try-outs: 8/25, 8/27, 8/39   Practice date: 9/2,9/3,9/9,9/10,9/16,9/17,9/23,9/24,9/30,10/1,10/7,10/8,10/14,10/15,10/21,10/28,10/29,11/5,11/11,11/12,11/18,11/19,12/2,12/3,12/9,12/10,12/16,12/17,1/6,1/7,1/13,1/14,1/20,1,21,1/27,1/28,2/3,2/4,2/10,2/11

Location:  Dance Studio

Pickup Location:  Bus Lanes

Cost:  $500

Registration:  Registration forms will be provided at Club Mart

Mission/Purpose:  To enhance leadership skills through step and culture.  It's a powerful tool for student development, school culture, and community engagement.

Description of Planned Activities:  Performances at school functions

National, State or Local Affiliations:  None

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Hahn, Dodd, Muhammedi, M. Jones & Hummel

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:45 PM:  8/25,9/8, 10/20, 11/10, 12/8, 1/26, 2/9, 3/16, 4/20, 5/12

Location:  Cafeteria

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:  $35.00

Registration:  Link to Application

Mission/Purpose:  The purpose of North Gwinnett Middle School Student Council is to develop student leaders within our school. We strive to provide opportunities where students can create and foster creative ideas for service to North Gwinnett Middle School and its surrounding community, build school spirit, plan successful events, fundraise, and develop student leaders.

Description of Planned Activities:  Leadership retreats, school events, service opportunities

National, State or Local Affiliations:  Georgia Association of Student Councils (GASC), Southern Association of Student Councils (SASC), and National Association of Student Councils (NASC)

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  G. Morris

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:00 PM - 8/18/25, 8/19/25, 8/20/25, 8/21/25, 8/25/25, 8/27/25, 9/2/25, 9/3/25, 9/4/25, 9/8/25, 9/9/25, 9/10/25, 9/11/25, 9/15/25, 9/16/25, 9/17/25, 9/18/25, 9/22/25, 9/23/25, 9/24/25, 9/25/25, 9/29/25, 9/30/25, 10/1/25, 10/2/25, 10/6/25, 10/7/25, 10/8/25, 10/14/25, 10/15/25, 10/16/25, 10/20/25, 10/21/25, 10/27/25, 10/28/25, 10/29/25, 10/30/25, 11/3/25, 11/5/25, 11/6/25, 11/10/25, 11/11/25, 11/12/25, 11/13/25, 11/17/25, 11/18/25, 11/19/25, 11/20/25, 12/1/25, 12/2/25, 12/3/25, 12/4/25, 12/8/25, 12/9/25, 12/10/25, 12/11/25, 12/15/25, 12/16/25, 12/17/25, 12/18/25, 1/5/26, 1/6/26, 1/7/26, 1/8/26, 1/12/26, 1/13/26, 1/14/26, 1/15/26, 1/20/26, 1/21/26, 1/22/26, 1/26/26, 1/27/26, 1/28/26, 1/29/26, 2/2/26, 2/3/26, 2/4/26, 2/5/26, 2/9/26, 2/10/26, 2/11/26, 2/17/26, 2/18/26, 2/19/26

Location:  Robotics Room

Pickup Location:  Car Rider

Cost:  $450

Registration:  Please complete the application

Mission/Purpose: To inspire and empower students through hands-on robotics and STEM education, fostering creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. Our club aims to cultivate a passion for innovation and technology, encouraging students to explore engineering concepts while promoting collaboration and perseverance in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Description of Planned Activities:  Design, build and code robots to compete at tournaments against other schools.

National, State, or Local Affiliations:  No

Grades: 7-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Downs and Norton

Meeting Dates/Time:  8:15-8:55 AM:  2/4/26, 2/18/26, 2/25/26, 3/18/26, 4/1/26, 4/15/26, 4/22/26

Location:  1.262

Pickup Location:  N/A

Cost: GMEA fee of $5.00 per each member 

Registration:  Sign up with band directors in class

Mission/Purpose:  Extended opportunity for 7th and 8th grade woodwind players to learn and perform music written specifically for woodwind instruments.  

Description of Planned Activities:  Rehearsals with performance at GMEA District 13 Solo and Ensemble Festival on April 25th

National, State or Local Affiliations:  GMEA

Grades: 6-8

Faculty Sponsor:  Edge

Meeting Dates/Time:  4:30-5:30 PM - 8/19/25, 9/2/25, 9/16/25, 9/30/25, 10/14/25, 10/28/25, 11/11/25, 12/2/25, 12/16/25,1/6/26, 1/20/26, 2/3/26, 2/17/26, 3/3/26, 3/17/26, 3/31/26, 4/14/26,  4/28/26, 5/5/26

Location:  Edge's room 1.428

Pickup Location:  Bus Lanes

Cost:  $10.00

Registration:  Application Link - Please turn in the application to Ms. Edge.

Mission/Purpose:  The mission of the Middle School Writing Club is to empower young writers by fostering creativity, building confidence, and cultivating a supportive writing community where every voice is valued and every story matters.

Description of Planned Activities:  Each writing club meeting begins with a quick warm-up, followed by optional sharing and feedback. A brief lesson or prompt introduces a writing focus, leading into individual or group writing time. Sessions end with peer critiques and a wrap-up, including next steps or anthology planning.

National, State or Local Affiliations:  None