Students who are interested in participating in clubs must check with club sponsors for the list of requirements to join. Parent permission is required.
Speech and Debate Team
Sponsors: Carlethia Wharton and Stoney Lane
Mission: We believe communication skills are essential for members to be honorable leaders in society. We support and inspire the Honor Society members on this team to use their communication skills to effectively utilize speech and debate for competition in various levels.
Meeting Locations & Times: Room 7-9 (Ms. Wharton's Classroom) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:40 am - 8:30 am
Girls on the Run
Sponsors: Katherine Chopin
Mission: Girls on the Run's mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running. Their purpose is to strengthen girls' social, emotional, physical, and behavioral skills to navigate life experiences successfully. The program aims to empower girls to recognize their inner strength and build positive relationships.
Meeting Locations & Times: Room 909 (Mrs. Chopin's room then the gym/outside) on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30 - 5:45 pm
Chess Club
Sponsors: Rebecca Fant and Stoney Lane
Mission: To teach the game of Chess as well as allow for friendly chess competition between students
Meeting Locations & Times: Room 122 (Ms. Fant's room) on Fridays from 8:00 - 8:40 am
Gardening Club
Sponsors: Rebecca Fant, Natalie Waagner, Gregory George and Margaret Perdue
Mission: To maintain the courtyard garden, learn about gardening techniques, and enjoy the outdoors
Meeting Locations & Times: to be announced on the morning announcements
Scottish Country Dance Club
Sponsors: Rebecca Fant
Mission: To teach the basics of Scottish Country Dance, spread cultural awareness, and have fun with friends!
Meeting Locations & Times: 8th grade pod then the gym on Tuesdays from 4:30 - 6:00 pm
National Junior Honor Society
Sponsors: Michelle Burns
Mission: To recognize outstanding academic achievement for students in the middle school level.
Meeting Locations & Times: to be announced on the morning announcements
Lady Gators (6th graders only)
Sponsors: Shani Miller and LaToya Evans
Mission: Our mission is to inspire and guide young girls to embrace kindness, respect, and confidence by cultivating good manners and elegant behavior. We strive to create a positive and supportive space where members grow into poised, thoughtful leaders who carry themselves with grace and integrity in all areas of life.
Meeting Locations & Times: Room 6-6 (Evans' room) on Thursdays from 4:40 - 5:30 pm
Quiz Bowl Team
Sponsors: Jon Nwosu and Bernadine Herring-Parrish
Mission: The purpose of The Garrett MS Quiz Bowl Team is to prepare students to participate in competitions, increase motivation, and develop teamwork and leadership skills.
Meeting Locations & Times: Room 115 (Parrish's room) on Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Pretty is as Pretty Does
Sponsors: Ladonna Lee and Terrica Fleming
Mission: The "Pretty Is As Pretty Does" Club is dedicated to empowering middle school girls to recognize their inner strength and leadership potential. We believe that true beauty comes from our actions and the way we treat others. Our mission is to create a supportive space where girls can build confidence, foster positive friendships, and inspire each other to shine brightly. Together, we focus on kindness, resilience, and becoming smart, powerful leaders who make a positive impact in our school and community.
Meeting Location and Times: Room 803 (Fleming's room) on Monday's from 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Sources of Strength
Sponsors: Lauren Alexander
Mission: At Sources of Strength, our vision is To Empower a Well World. We provide exceptional training and curriculum for youth and adults, utilizing a strength-based and upstream approach to mental health promotion and prevention of adverse outcomes like suicide, violence, bullying, and substance misuse. Sources of Strength has a firm commitment to providing evidencebased programming that is responsive to local community context and needs.
Meeting Location & Times: to be announced on the morning announcements
Young Men of Garrett
Sponsors: Gregory George
Mission: The mission of the Young Men of Garrett organization is to inspire and empower young men to become positive leaders in their homes, schools, and communities.
Meeting Location & Times: Room 805 (George's room) on Mondays from 4:40 - 5:40 pm
