A.Y.P.Y.N.

Sponsored by:  John Jones

Army Youth Programs in Your Neighborhood will begin on Tuesday September 4th, 2019. This program is open to all students with parents who are active duty military.

• Please make sure your student has a ride at 4:30 pm. Parent pick-up will be in the back of the school, at the regular “kiss and go” location.
• Snacks will be available for purchase after each school day.
• Students will be able to use classrooms for academic studies/homework and leisure reading as well as computers and electronic games.
• Occasionally the gym will be open between athletic seasons for AYPYN use.  Each area will be supervised by staff.

Meeting Times:  Monday through Thursday from 2:40 pm through 4:30 pm beginning on Monday, September 9, 2019.

Battle of the Books

Sponsored by: Donna Pope

Battle of the Books began is a program for middle school students, grades 6-8. Students at participating schools read books from a list established by the state Battle of the Books committees and then compete in quiz-bowl-style tournaments to test their knowledge of these books. The 2019-2020 is now available to students as they prepare for competition. Please click on the following link for the updated B. O. B. List: B.O.B. List 2019-2020

Meeting Times: Wednesdays beginning on Sept. 18, 2019 (2:45-4:00 pm)

Junior Beta Club

Sponsored by: Victoria Hunter

The National Beta Club (often called “Beta Club” or simply “Beta”) is an organization for 4th through 12th grade students in the United States. Its purpose is “to promote the ideals of academic achievement,

Meeting Times: Every 3rd Tuesday (2:45-3:45 pm)

Campus Life Club

Sponsored by: Rosemary Hutchison

Campus Life is sponsored by Fayetteville Youth for Christ and is a club designed to help students establish healthy relationships and make good life choices. It is open to ALL students during the school year. There is NO cost to join. Each week we will have snacks, music, games and lessons taught by trained Youth for Christ adults.

Meetings Times: Wednesdays from 2:50 to 3:50 pm. Parent pick up is at the back of the school. Students should  plan to meet in the cafeteria with Mrs. Hutchison on Wednesdays.

Chess Club

Sponsored by: Mark Schlake

Chess Club allows students to improve their skills in the game of chess while making new friends along the way.

Meeting Times: Thursdays (2:50-3:45 pm) in room C-15.

Civic Oration

Sponsored by:

 In 1948, Modern Woodmen of America developed this contest to offer students an opportunity to develop skills in clear thinking and public speaking. 

Meeting Times: TBA

Comic Book Club

Sponsored by: Jason Demchock

The group meet in the Cafeteria beginning November 19, 2019 to read and discuss their favorite comic books.  Students are encouraged to bring their favorite appropriate comic book(s).

Meeting Times: Every 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month (2:45-3:45 pm) in the Cafeteria

Cyber Patriots

Sponsored by: Stephen Myles

Meeting Times: Fridays in room C-06 (2:45-3:45 pm)

Fiddle Group

Sponsored by:  Kristin Stiteler

Meeting Times: Wednesdays in room 625 (2:45-4:00 pm)

Flag Support Team

Sponsored by: Todd McCabe

Meeting Times: TBA

Forensics

Sponsored by: Jennifer Senter

The purpose of the Forensics program at the middle school level is to provide students with opportunities to develop good public speaking skills, poise, self-esteem and confidence, as well as to develop academic skills in reading, writing, and research.
Forensics is open to all sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students at JGMS. Students are encouraged to explore the six competitive event categories of Original Oratory, Extemporaneous Speaking, Dramatic Interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, Storytelling and Duo-Interpretation. While competition is a feature of the middle school Forensics program, the importance of student participation and personal growth are emphasized and promoted.

Meeting Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays  (2:45-3:45 pm) beginning on Tuesday, September 10, 2019.  Students will be released in the front of the school.

Green Team

Sponsored by:   Taryn Shelton

The Green Team is focused on leading our school in our commitment to environmental stewardship. We run the school-wide recycling program and classroom energy audits. We also discuss new ideas on how to make JGMS students and faculty more environmentally conscious.

Meeting Times:  TBA in Room C-21 (2:45-4:00 pm)

History I.N.S.P.I.R.E.S

Sponsored by: Kiara Geiger

I.— investigates why

N.— negates myths

S.— supports innovation

P.— pushes facts

I.— influences generations

R.— rationalizes decisions

E.— explains why

S.—surpasses expectations

This club serves as an avenue for historical and cultural enrichment. History I.N.S.P.I.R.E.S. helps to increase students’ knowledge of the world around them while exploring different cultures.  The club is student ran with a student Executive Board, with the guidance of Ms. Geiger, Mr. Dahman, & Mrs. Niccum.

Meetings Times: The first Thursday of every month beginning on September 12, 2019.

IMPACT Mentoring Program

Sponsored by: Morris Hargrove

Mission: Develop self-awareness, self-esteem and leadership skills that will carry you through life.

Meeting Times: Thursdays in room B-06 (2:45-3:45 pm)

Kindness Club

Sponsored by: Patricia Sineath

MISSION: Engage students of all ages through simple, yet powerful, challenges, activities, and art installations that build relationships while boosting social, emotional, and academic achievement.

Meeting Times: Wednesdays in room 615 (2:45-3:45 pm) beginning on Wednesday, September 11, 2019.

MathCounts

Sponsored by: Reza Alam

MATHCOUNTS provides engaging math programs to US middle school students of all ability levels to build confidence and improve attitudes about math and problem solving.

Meeting Times: TBA

Patriotic Pirates

Sponsored by: Patricia Sineath 

Meeting Times: Wednesdays in room 615 (2:45-3:45 pm)

Pep Band

Sponsored by Alison Boore 

Meeting Times: TBA in room 624 (2:45-4:00 pm)

Science Pirates- JGMS  Science Enrichment Club

Sponsored by: Science Teachers

Want to know more about BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY or PHYSICS?  Then this is the club for you!

Students will meet with science teachers and other community professionals to investigate various S.T.E.A.M topics.

When: Club Members will meet Wednesdays starting November 1st. Teachers will pick up from the cafeteria after school.  Meetings will run from 2:30 to 3:30.

Cost : $20 per a student for the 2019-2020 school year and is non-refundable. Funding will cover cost of materials and supplies for meetings.

Pick-up Policy: Students will be  picked up at 3:45 in the front of the school.  Please be prompt as student’s being habitually picked up late may result in the need to terminate their being able to remain in the club.

Club Policies: Your child may be dismissed from the club if they have excessive behavioral issues that distract from the meetings.  Students must obey all Science Safety Rules (refer to p.12-13 of the student planner). No refunds will be given if your student is dropped from the club due to behavioral issues, failure to follow safety rules, or habitually late pick up.

Spanish Club

Sponsored by: Marisol Denney 

The Spanish Club welcomes all students that are interested in learning and exploring the cultures of Spanish speaking countries.  You will participate in a variety of arts and crafts, games, films, music, dance, cooking as well as in the end-of-the-year Multi-Cultural Assembly. All students interested in the Spanish language and diverse cultures are encouraged to join!

Meeting Times: TBA in room 612 (2:45- 3:50 pm)

Student Government Association

Sponsored by: Arnetha Thomas 

Students are elected by their peers and participate in various community-oriented activities and fundraisers within the school. The advisory board to the student council is the School Climate Committee.

Meeting Times: TBA

Viking Homework Helpers

Sponsored by: the Viking Teachers

Homework Helpers provides tutoring to all students that are members of the Vikings’ 6th grade team.

Meeting Times: Tuesdays in room rooms A-12, A-13, A=14 and A-15 (2:45-3:45 pm)