Description:

The All Pro Dad Chapter program gives dads and kids a time to connect each month through fun activities and interactive discussions.

Sponsors:

Adam Webb

Open to:

All students

Description:

Students will have a creative outlet to make graphic design, photographs, and a little of both

Sponsors:

Jessica Harper, Heather Boyles

Open to:

All students

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:

Rudy Jackson, Joseph Bass

Open to:

7th and 8th graders by tryout

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

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. 

Sponsors:

Lori Marshall, Carmel Silver

Open to:

All students by application

Description:

Crews' Cause for Paws will give students a way to share their love of animals by promoting animal rescue, responsible pet ownership, adoption of shelter animals, and animal welfare. We will be participating in community service projects throughout the year to benefit local animal organizations. 

Sponsors:

Khadijah Contreras

Open to:

All students

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 late August. Practices held daily.

Coaches:

Mallory Legg, Laine Daffin

Open to:

7thand 8th graders by tryout

Description:

Come learn and play the exciting game of chess!

Sponsors:

Valerie Reeves, Maryam Moulds

Open to:

All students

Description:

The comic book club is dedicated to the enjoyment and understanding of Marvel and DC Comics. The goal of this club is first to enjoy comic books and secondly to figure out why we enjoy them; exactly what is it about certain comic books that makes them classics and so pleasurable to read? 

Sponsors:

Fred Houston

Open to:

Students ages thirteen and up, as some of the material is PG-13. Interested students will complete a comic book club application as well as a parental consent form.

Description:

Students anchor our daily news show.  Students who are selected will be assigned one day per week.

Sponsors:

Karen Adams, Allison Hollingshead

Open to:

Rising 7th & 8th graders, by application and interview. Selection of new crew members in fall.

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 scheduled before school and auditions will be announced in August.

Sponsors:

Sabrina Robertson

Open to:

7thand 8thgraders by audition

Description:

Learn how to work with yarn and perform the basic stitches of crocheting and knitting to create scarves, hats, dishcloths, and more. Our club is open to all students.

Sponsors:

Katie Creighton, Beverley Paes, Leslie Dale

Open to:

All students

Description:

Students learn dance techniques as they perform at Crews home basketball games. Tryouts held in September.

Coaches:

Eleanor Lassiter, Sharon Fleetwood

Open to:

7th and 8th graders by audition

Description:

Practice various techniques through games and activities and perform a variety of skits and exercises as we prepare for a spring showcase. Come have fun with us!

Sponsors:

Allison Hollingshead

Open to:

All students

Description:

Learn the basics of fencing!

Sponsors:

Fern LeMaster, Michelle Bushell

Open to:

All students

Description:

Gamer's Club provides a student-led space that encourages gaming of all types and the learning of new games. Board games available include Betrayal at House on the Hill, Pandemic, Settlers of Catan, Ticket to Ride and Exploding Kittens.  

Sponsors:

Matthew Meek, Chris Baker, Meg Westover, Eric Sas, Steven James

Open to:

ALL students by application (space limited)

Description:

The Crews Garden to Table Club will allow you to combine hands-on experiences with the joy of growing, preparing, and preserving food. Grow edible plants with others in the Crews student garden. Create simple snacks like salsa and zucchini bread. Discover methods for preserving foods while experimenting with the great biodiversity of species in our Crews student garden.

Sponsors:

Jessie Kelly, Serina Gay

Open to:

All students

Description:

Come celebrate the magical world of Harry Potter!  After our sorting ceremony, we will talk books and movies, play games, and have fun with crafts and snacks straight out of Hogwarts.

Sponsors:

Allison Hollingshead, Karen Adams

Open to:

All students, both wizard and muggle

Description:

Honors Orchestra is an auditioned group that involves 7th and 8th grade orchestra students. Auditions took place at the end of last school year; however, we will have follow-up auditions in September for additional members that are interested in joining the ensemble. Honors orchestra will rehearse from 8-9am each Friday morning in the orchestra room, beginning in late to mid-September. Honors Orchestra students will learn pieces in addition to what students are already playing in their orchestra class and will perform for various school and community events.

Sponsors:

Kinsey Edwards, Suzanne Pearson

Open to:

7th/8th graders orchestra students by audition

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.

Sponsors:

Rod Hames, Sarah Bowen

Open to:

All students

Description:

Performance band group.  Meets Wednesday mornings in the band room

Sponsor:

Darvin McRoy

Open to:

7th and 8th grade Band and Orchestra students

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 will be sent out in September

Sponsors:

Matthew Meek, Christine Wood, Jeanette Ollinger, Heidi Evans, Melani Truett

Open to:

7th and 8th Graders with Qualifying GPA

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:

Elizabeth Butler, Garrece Walker

Open to:

All Students

Description:

Percussive performance group.  Meets Wednesdays after school in the band room.

Sponsor:

Amanda Bingham

Open to:

7th/8th grade percussionists in band

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, Jay Hallums

Open to:

All students

Description:

Students will read and discuss selected books as they work to form a team of 10 who will participate in the Readers Rally competition. Meetings Tuesday mornings – dates TBA.

Sponsors:

Karen Adams, Paige McGaughey, Natalie Pereles

Open to:

All students

Description:

Students will learn the ins and outs of robotics through cooperative projects

Sponsors:

Funmilola Lapite

Open to:

All students

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 Talend, Alison Earle, Amy Gimbert, Allison Howard, Jennifer Cragin

Open to:

All students

Description:

Students will practice sample math questions from actual S.A.T. tests. Will meet monthly. Students will sign up per session.

Sponsors:

Nicole Finley

Open to:

8th grade students

Description:

Students are challenged to inquire, design, and investigate scientific and engineering concepts through experimentation. Science fair helps students to improve their problem-solving and communication skills, while inspiring them to consider careers in science and engineering.

Sponsors:

Jill Sheldon, Beverley Paes, Jessie Kelly

Open to:

Mandatory for Biology students. Open to ALL students.

Description:

Science Olympiad is team competition in which students compete in events pertaining to various scientific disciplines, including earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. Each school-based team is allowed to bring 15 students who cross-train for a variety of events in their skill set. Meetings after school, competitions on Saturday.

Sponsors:

Tonya Dudman, Beverley Paes, Jeffery Dunn

Open to:

All Students

Description:

Students focus on service activities around our school and community. Student council members serve as leaders and role models for our school. Meetings TBD.

Sponsors:

Heather Culpepper, Jairus Hallums

Open to:

Homeroom reps and officers elected by peers, plus regularly-participating members at large

Description:

Students will participate in activities to learn about the Spanish language and culture. 

Sponsors:

Raphaela Elias-Castejon

Open to:

All students – you do not have to speak Spanish

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)

Description:

Talent Show featuring vocal, instrumental, dance, and variety acts.  Held at Grace Fellowship Church.  All proceeds benefit the Amanda Riley Foundation.  

Sponsors:

Allison Hollingshead, Karen Adams

Open to:

Students by audition only

Description:

A fundraising group that raises money for the Amanda Riley Foundation. Activities throughout the year will support the ARF, which supports families in our area 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, Karen Adams, Charlie Hollingshead

Open to:

All students

Description:

Campus Life is a student led gathering for Christian fellowship. Students will participate in music, games, and praise. Meetings TBA.

Sponsor:

Tonya Dudman, Eunice Terry

Open to:

All students