Crews Middle School
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Should I join a club at Crews?
YES!!! Crews has a variety of clubs and activities for our students. We encourage all students to get involved in extra-curricular activities. Not only do you get to learn something new or explore something you are interested in, you also get to make new friends! Students can gain skills like commitment, communication, leadership, and how to work effectively in a group. Enhance your school experience - join a club today!How do I join a club or activity?
Some clubs allow you to show up and join, while others require an application process. Club meeting dates and information about sign-ups are advertised on our news show in the mornings, as well as in our weekly email newsletter. If you have specific questions about clubs, please contact the club sponsor.Online Sign-Ups
See each individual club's page to the right for online sign-ups. Some clubs may hold sign-ups through My Payments Plus.
Club Listing
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All Pro Dads
Description:
The All Pro Dad Chapter program gives dads and kids a time to connect each month through fun activities and interactive discussions.
All Pro Dad at Crews meets the 2nd Thursday of each month from 8:15 – 8:50. Breakfast is $6 per person and includes a chicken biscuit coffee or orange juice. Please RSVP by making your payment for the breakfast on my payments plus. Link to mypaymentsplus.com
Sponsors:
Adam Webb and Ned Love
Open to:
All students
Dates:11/14/24No meeting in December1/9/252/6/253/13/254/3/25No meeting in MayThank you to our sponsors:
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Anime Club
Description:
The Crews Anime Club offers students an opportunity to embrace their interest in Japanese animation and build friendships with like-minded peers through viewing, discussing, and creating anime, as well as playing ancient Japanese board games. There will be a $10 fee for the club to offset the cost of supplies (paper, drawing pens, board games, Japanese treats). Due to limited space and supervision, we will be limiting this club to 25 members! Members will be selected as the first 25 students to sign up and pay the club fee.
Sponsors:
Heidi Evans, KJ McLaughlan
Open to:
All students - limited to first 25 to sign up and pay club fee on My Payments Plus.
Meetings:
The 1st and 3rd Thursday mornings every month from 8:00-8:50 in Mrs. McKee's room:
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Art & Photography Club
Description:
Come join the art & photography club to have fun creating and building meaningful relationships with other artists and creatives like you!
Sponsors:
Jessica Harper, Christina Lee
Open to:
All students
Sign Up:
Meetings:
Monday mornings before school
8:15 am - 8:50 am
Our First Four Meetings:
Monday, September 9
Monday, September 23
Monday, October 7
Monday, October 21
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Basketball-Boys
Description:
Students will learn rules and techniques of basketball, as well as valuable teamwork skills and good sportsmanship. Tryouts held in October. Practices held daily. Games played Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings October – March.
Coaches:
Charlie Hollingshead
Open to:
7th and 8th graders by tryout
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Basketball-Girls
Description:
Students will learn rules and techniques of basketball, as well as valuable teamwork skills and good sportsmanship. Tryouts held in October. Practices held daily. Games played Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings October – March.
Coaches:
Dale Grant, Alex Holeman, Tonya Marin
Open to:
7thand 8th graders by tryout
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BEST Club
Description:
BEST Club (Bringing Extraordinary Students Together) is a club for social activities that allow general education students and special education students to gather and have fun! All students and grade levels are welcome. An informational meeting will be held for interested students on Thursday, August 29 at 8:30 in Mrs. Silver's classroom.
Sponsors:
Lori Marshall, Carmel Silver, Kate Heier, and Rachel Wilson
Open to:
All students by application and $25 dues/registration on MPP (includes t-shirt)
Meeting location: We will meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month from 8:15-8:55 in Mrs. Silver's class in the 8th grade hall.
Sign Up:
Meeting Dates:
September 5th and September 19thOctober 3rd and October 17thNovember 7th and November 21stDecember 5th (only one meeting this month) -
Cheerleading
Description:
Students will learn cheerleading techniques and teamwork skills as they promote school spirit and cheer at all basketball games, held Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings August – March. Tryouts held in spring for the upcoming year. Practices held daily.
Coaches:
Eboni Jones, Ally Underwood, Shayla Thompson
Open to:
6th, 7th, and 8th graders by tryout
VISIT THE CREWS ATHLETICS PAGE FOR INFORMATION.
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Chess Club
Description:
Come learn and play the exciting game of chess! Informational Flyer
Sponsors:
Valerie Reeves, Leslie Dale
Open to:
All students - limited space
We are now accepting applications! Click the link to apply. The deadline for applications is 9/13 at 4pm.
Meetings (select Tuesday mornings) - no longer after school on Thursdays:
September 24
October 8, 22
November 12
December 10
January 14, 28
February 11, 25
March 11, 25
April 22
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Creative Writing
Description:
Calling all writers - let your creativity shine through your writing, while sharing your talent with others!
Sponsors:
KJ McLaughlan and Jay Parker
Open to:
All students
Registration:
coming
Meetings:
tba
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Crews News
Description:
Students anchor our daily news show. Students who are selected will be assigned one day per week.
Sponsors:
Shaynna Aponte, Allison Hollingshead
Open to:
Rising 7th & 8th graders, by application and interview. Selection of new crew members in fall.
Application Process:
tba
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Crews Singers
Description:
Crews Singers is a select auditioned group of 7th and 8th grade students from various fine arts classes who sing and dance for special school/community events. Students do not have to be members of chorus to audition, but must exhibit strong leadership and singing skills. Rehearsals are Mondays at 8:00. See Mrs. Hernandez for audition information.
Sponsors:
Kalissa Hernandez
Open to:
7th and 8th graders by audition
Meetings:
tba
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Dance Team
Description:
Students learn dance techniques as they perform at Crews home basketball games. Tryouts held in fall.
Coaches:
Eleanor Lassiter, Sharon Fleetwood
Open to:
6th, 7th, and 8th graders by audition
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Drama Club
Description:
Crews is hosting a drama club again! Run by Brookwood High School theatre students.
Sponsor:
Charlie Hollingshead
Sign up:
https://forms.gle/UHXUUs6R1Sc2xvUz5
Meetings (4:20pm - 5:30pm) in Mr. Hames' room:
**Pick-up in the bus lanes at 5:30pm
- September 25
- October 2
- November 13
- December 4
**Check back later for 2nd semester dates.
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Environmental Club
Description:
Make a difference in our world!
Sponsors:
Adam Webb, Carmel Silver
Open to:
All Students
Meetings:
tba
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Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
Description:
In FCCLA, members acquire many skills to be college and career ready. Students are exposed to work-based learning opportunities, business and industry networks as well as industry - recognized certifications for an array of career opportunities. Career Pathways include but aren't limited to:
- Human Services
- Hospitality and Tourism
- Education and Training
- Visual Arts and Design
Sponsor:
Sharell Houston
Meetings:
The first interest meeting will be on December 4h at 8:15am. Following meetings will be on the first Wednesday of the month.
Location:
Mrs. Houston's room (Connections Hallway)
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Fencing Club
Description:
Are you ready to have some fun? Fencing provides a unique mix of physical, intellectual and emotional stimulation. It is a great way to get or stay fit and meet new people.
Sponsors:
Fern LeMaster, Sherrie Mikell, Jeffery Dunn
Open to:
All students
Meetings/SignUp:
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Girl Talk
Description:
Girl Talk is a club where girls can talk, learn new skills, and prepare for the teen years. Girl Talk is led by high school girls who want to help middle school girls navigate middle school and be prepared for high school. This club will meet after school, every other week.
Sponsors:
Christal McKinley and HS volunteers
Open to:
6th-8th girls
Sign Up:
No sign up needed for 10/3. Feel free to show up.
Meetings:
- The club will meet on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month from 4:15 - 5:30 p.m. in Ms. Gimbert's room. Girl Talk will not start this Thursday due to International Night. The next meeting will be on October 3rd.
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Spring 2024 Meeting Dates:January 25February 8 & 29March 7 & 21April 11 & 18May 2 & 16
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Golf Team
Description:
Come join the Middle School Golf League! Learn the basics of golf and play with other middle schoolers in the Gwinnett and Walton County area. https://middleschoolgolfleague.com/
To register or see our Frequently Asked Questions, visit MiddleSchoolGolfLeague.comOnline Registration is open and is limited to first 72 or closes at 5:00pm, August 14, whichever occurs first.Sponsors:
Ned Love
Open to:
All students
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History Club
Description:
Explore the exciting world of history!
Sponsors:
Jimmy Autry
Open to:
All students
Meetings:
8:15-8:55 in Mr. Autry's room on select Thursdays
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Honors Orchestra
Honors Orchestra is open to current orchestra students and students must audition to join.
Meetings:
8:15 am on Tuesdays starting on September 10th.
Performances:
Students work on higher level music than what is taught in class and will have a performance in December and April.
Sponsors:
Suzanne Pearson and Rebecca Baglio
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International Travel Club
Description:
Our mission is to immerse our students in various cultures & broaden their world view of people, customs, activities, and places through classroom discovery and travel immersion outside the United States. We envision International Travel Club to be a space for students to explore their passion for discovery, pique their curiosity, and encourage a new generation of world travelers.
Sponsors:
Ally Underwood, Jasmine Alfred, and Claudia Harrison (Seidita)
Open to:
all students
Sign-Up:
https://forms.gle/wf6qZdPgHuNBSoNB8
Meetings:
All meetings are in Mrs.Underwood's room 1.162 at 8:15 AM and drop off can be in the car line.
September 10th
October 16th
November 13th
December 18th
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Intramural Team Sports
Description:
Students are encouraged to get involved as they compete in fun activities such as basketball and flag football. Held throughout the year – watch announcement for dates. Each new round requires a separate sign up.
Sponsors:
Rod Hames, Sarah Bowen, Soraya Ratchford
Open to:
All students
Sign Up:
Links below for each intramural
Description/Schedule:
Monday – Volleyball –
8:15AM-8:55AM
Drop off at car rider
Location : Gym
Tuesday - Running Club –
4:20PM-5:00PMPick up in bus lanes
Location : meet in Hames' room and run to Alexander ParkWednesday – Basketball –
8:15AM-8:55AM
Drop off at car rider
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Jazz Band
Description:
This ensemble focuses on jazz and pop-style music. The ensemble meets Wednesday before school from 8 am to 8:50 am in the band room.
Sponsor:
Darvin McRoy
Open to:
7th and 8th-grade band students, 7th and 8th-grade orchestra bass students, and 7th and 8th-grade guitarists who read music.
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Jr. Beta Club
Description:
Students will perform service activities for our school and community as they promote excellence in scholarship, leadership, and citizenship. Affiliated with the National Beta Club. Invitations have been sent out and are no longer accepting new members for the 2023-2024 school year. To join in the future, students must have a 3.8 GPA based off of core academic classes only, excluding connections classes.
Sponsors:
Claudia Harrison (Seidita), Beverly Paes, Kendra Landry, Savannah Landry
Open to:
Students with Qualifying GPA - by invitation
Meetings:
Students can find meeting dates through the Google Classroom page
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Mascot
Description:
Come be the Crews Mascot! Blaze represents our school and interacts with the crowd at home basketball games.
Sponsors:
Open to:
All students by audition
VISIT THE CREWS ATHLETICS PAGE FOR INFORMATION.
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No Place for Hate
Description:
The No Place for Hate initiative is designed to rally the entire school around the goal of creating a welcoming community committed to stopping all forms of bias and bullying. The No Place for Hate club raises awareness of diversity strengths and challenges among our students, staff and parents. The club will plan diversity-related activities for our school community.
Sponsors:
Shayla Thompson, Kim Dickson, and Tajah Pinkard
Open to:
All Students
Sign-Up:
tba
Meetings:
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Peer Leader Club
Description:
A Peer Leader is a positive role model for peers that helps create a safe, respectful, and welcoming school environment. Peer Leaders support all students.
Students will have multiple responsibilities at Crews Middle School, including:
- “Meet and Greets”-help with tours, school events, and be the welcoming face of Crews.
- Promote messages of respect and reinforcing school expectations.
- New Student Ambassador
- Peer Tutoring
Applications will be available to current 7th graders in early spring.
Sponsors:
Tajah Pinkard
Open to:
8th Graders selected in the Spring application process of the previous school year.
Meetings:
The Peer Leader Club meets on Thursday mornings from 8:15-9:15 AM.
First Semester Meeting Dates (Tuesdays):
August 13, 2024
August 27, 2024
September 10, 2024
September 24, 2024
October 8, 2024
October 22, 2024
November 4, 2024
November 19, 2024
December 3, 2024
December 17, 2024
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Percussion Ensemble
Description:
Percussive performance group open to 7th/8th grade percussion students in the Band. Students may come down to the band room after 2nd load of busses on Mondays and pick-up is 5:30 in the bus lane.
Sponsor:
Amanda Bingham
Open to:
7th/8th grade percussionists in band - no signup needed
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PRISM Club
Description:
For anyone and everyone to be exactly who they are to spread love, kindness, and acceptance to Crews Middle School, our community, and the world.
Sponsors:
Paige McGaughey, Charlie Hollingshead
Open to:
All students
Meetings:
The last Thursday of each month at 4:15 - 5:30pm in Mrs. McGaughey's room. See Mrs. McGaughey, Mr. Hollingshead, or a counselor for a pass.
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Readers Rally
Description:
Calling all readers! Come join our team, practice book trivia, and compete in a competition in the spring!
Sponsors:
Kate Harilal, Brenda Cruz, Tajah Pinkard
Open to:
All students
Meetings:
TBA
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Robotics (Bronco Bots)
Description:
Crews Robotics Club
Sponsors:
Funmilola Lapite, Tara Ager, William Hunt
Open to:
7th & 8th graders
Meetings:
Monday afternoons and Thursday mornings in the computer science room
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Running Club
Description:
There is nothing better than a good run to get you thinking and feeling better. Running does so much for the body, mind and spirit. Come out and join us as we run a 5K each week to Alexander Park. Never ran more than 50 feet, we have a place for you also in the club. You will end the season with astonishing improvements to your distance and pace. Along the way our partnership with the Atlanta Track Club meets lots of cool FREE SWAG as rewards.
Sponsors:
Rod Hames, Tiffani Zernhelt, Daniele Myers, Amy Gimbert, Allison Howard, Sarah Bowen, Soraya Ratchford, Ned Love, Caroline Branford
Open to:
All students
Meetings:
Running Club will run for 10 weeks. It is for ALL grades both boys and girls combined. Running Club ends at 5 PM and pickup stops at 5:15 PM in the Bus Lanes. Please see the registration form for start and end dates. We have two seasons FALL and SPRING. You must re-register for Spring season.
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Science & Engineering Fair
Description:
Do you have an idea for an invention that could solve a common problem? Are you dreaming about the scientific method in your sleep and can't wait to test your hypothesis? If you are driven by curiosity, this is the club for you. Students will be working independently or with a partner using the scientific method to create a culminating Science Fair project. Science Fair projects can also be engineering based and students will be guided in the process.
*Come work in a club setting where we will have snacks and work together
*T-shirts(Once committed to the project)
● Projects will be featured at our Crews Middle School Science Fair
for all students and staff to see. Local judges will be used for students to gain experience with the interviewing process.● Top projects will move on to the Gwinnett County Science and Engineering Fair.
Sponsors:
Jill Sheldon and Beverly Paes
Open to:
Open to ALL students
Club fees:
$25 (t-shirt & snacks)
Meetings:
Thursdays after school
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Science Olympiad
Description:
Team-based competitive event. Science Olympiad students work in teams of 15 to compete in 23 different science-based competitions. Events range from inquiry events like astronomy or road scholar to engineering-based build events like air trajectory and scrambler.
Sponsors:Matthew Meek and Eric SasOpen to:All students, although space is limited, and grade level, performance in science courses, and overall academic record will be considered when selecting students.Club Fees:$40 (T-shirt and event materials, such as helicopter flight kits)Meeting Dates:Tuesdays after school until 5:20. Pickup in the car-rider lane. Competitions on Saturdays. -
Sewing Club
Description:
Learn to cut and sew simple items. Sewing machines provided. More info at our first meeting
Sponsors:
Beverley Paes, Leslie Dale
Open to:
All students
Club fees:
$25 (Materials & additional fabric costs)
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SGA (Student Government Association)
Description:
The purpose of Crews SGA is to promote a positive climate at Crews through leadership training and service projects that serve Crews, Brookwood Cluster, and beyond.
Sponsors:
Charlie Hollingshead, Chris Baker, Jeremy Freeman, Heather Mader Schramm, and Kathryn Mannes
Open to:
Homeroom reps and officers elected by peers
Meetings:
8:15 in Mr. Hames' room on the following dates:
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STEAM Club
Description:
STEAM Club is a fun way to connect with others who love science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics! Activities include building robots, rockets, and designing circuit boards. Don't be surprised if there's a donut or two involved.
Sponsor:
Brad Miller
Open to:
All students by application (space limited)
Meetings:
Thursdays before school in Mr. Miller's room
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Talent Show
Description:
Talent Show featuring vocal, instrumental, dance, and variety acts. Held at Brookwood High School. All proceeds benefit the Amanda Riley Foundation.
Sponsors:
Allison Hollingshead
Open to:
Students by audition only
It's time to try out for this year's TALENT SHOW!! Click here or visit bit.ly/cmstalent25 to sign up by November 22. Auditions are on December 4th and the show is January 18th! We're excited to see all our Bronco talent! All proceeds benefit Team Riley and the Amanda Riley Foundation.
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Taylor Swift Club
Description:
Are you ready for it? All Swifties are invited to join the newest club all about Taylor Swift!
Sponsors:
Claudia Harrison (Seidita) and Ally Underwood
Open to:
All students
Sign Up/Permission:
Meeting time & location:
Starts at 8:15 AM and drop off can be in the car line. Meet in Ms. Harrison (Seidita's) classroom.
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Team Riley
Description:
A fundraising group that raises money and awareness for the Amanda Riley Foundation. Activities throughout the year will support the ARF, which supports families in our area and across Georgia dealing with childhood cancer. The foundation is named after former Crews and Brookwood Bronco Amanda Riley, who lost her battle with brain cancer. We are proud to support the Foundation in Amanda’s memory.
Sponsors:
Allison Hollingshead, Charlie Hollingshead
Open to:
All students
Sign Up:
https://forms.gle/7BphbyyqBGWjE6Ar5
Meetings:
Select Thursdays at 8:15am in Mr. Hollingshead's room (dates subject to change).
September 9
September 16
October 16November 20
December 11
January 15February 12
March 12April 16
May 13
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Tennis Club
Description:
Come learn some new skills or enhance the skills you already have. We start season 10 with Coach Carlos at the Flowers Crossing at the Mill Tennis Courts across from Alexander Park Entrance. Coach Carlos does not work for GCPS, but has been partnering with Crews as it's official Tennis Pro for more than 7 years.
Sponsors:
Rod Hames, Sarah Bowen
Open to:
All students by application (limited space)
Dates:
One-day tennis clinic with Coach Carlos at the Flower's Crossing Tennis Courts. (3 PM - 5:30 PM) on October 26, 2024.
Form will open on Friday, 10/4 at 8:00am: Sign-up here: https://forms.office.com/r/rSVkr28MXE
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The Social Hour
Description:
Anxiety is a natural part of life, as it lets us know that we are uncomfortable in a situation. Girls (sorry, guys, this club is for girls only), be a part of The Social Hour to learn strategies to productively socialize with others, create connections with new people, and have fun. We will build crafts, practice mindfulness, go on nature walks, and so much more!
Sponsors:
Brittany Hudson-Weeks and Danielle Baker
Open to:
- For 6th grade students ONLY (open to girls ONLY)
Sign Up:
https://forms.gle/nuVzRPV5SfCyrZdt5
Meetings:
- The club will meet on the first Wednesday (each month) after school from 4:15 - 5:15 p.m. in Mrs. Baker's room (6th grade hallway).
- 2024-2025 meeting dates (first Wednesday of each month, excluding breaks):
- September 4
- October 2
- November 6
- December 4
- January 8
- February 5
- March 5
- April 2
- May 7
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Thrive
Description:
THRIVE is a student led gathering for Christian fellowship. Students will participate in music, games, and praise. Meetings TBA.
Sponsor:
Tonya Dudman
Open to:
All students
Meetings:
Thursdays before school in the gym