We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running.
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Band
Academic Sponsors: Ansley Cook; Alex Diaz
Location: During Connections Classes and during morning tutoring
For BASKETBALL PEP BAND: Mondays 4:30-6PM & Thursday basketball games at 5 PM
Mission/Purpose: The goal of the RMS Band Program is to to provide an environment that develops creativity, self-expression, self-confidence and personal discipline. In addition, students will develop an appreciation of music and an understanding of music fundamentals by becoming skilled in playing a musical instrument.
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Chorus
Academic Sponsors: Aric Butler
Location: Chorus Room in class and morning tutoring.
Mission/Purpose: The primary purpose of the RMS Chorus Program is to provide students with the opportunity to sing and perform advanced repertoire in various genres. Our mission is to provide a superior choral arts education in which students gain not only musical skills and a life-long appreciation of music, but also develop individual skills and strategies that will help them to be successful in all academic areas and throughout their lives.
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Intramurals
Sponsors:
Ron Hickman and Kasey Hoffman
Target Audience:
All RMS students in grades 6th-8th grade who want to stay physically fit by playing sports with friends.
When: 7:15– 8:50 am (Dropoff between 7:15- 7:30 AM)
First Semester (8/28 - 11/2)
Second Semester (2/20 - 5/3)
Monday – Flag Football or Volleyball
Monday –Flag Football or Volleyball
Tuesday – Basketball
Tuesday – Basketball
Friday – Soccer
Friday - Soccer
Students assigned to ISS cannot participate in the intramural program that day.
Intramurals is an extracurricular program. Failure to follow school rules or Intramural program policies will result in iin suspension from the intramural program.
Where:
Students will meet in the boys’ gym.
What to Bring:
Students should come to school dressed to participate in fitness activities. Water is encouraged.
Locker rooms will be available for use after the club activities.
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Jr. Titans Volleyball
Academic Sponsors:Raquel Smith
Location: Old Gym
Description: The primary purpose of the Volleyball player is to belong, having a purpose, a team member, supporting each other, working together, sportsmanship, leadership by learning to follow first, dependable, and talented.
Mission/Purpose: Being a volleyball player is an honor and special privilege. It’s a spirited, talented groups existing to promote good sportsmanship, good citizenship, wholesome and enthusiastic school spirit, and are first and foremost representatives of their school. Members have a fundamental responsibility to play a leadership role in building teamwork and helping the players to be exceptional. They are expected to maintain a higher standard of behavior both in academics, on the campus, and in their classrooms.
Days and times of Meetings:
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Orchestra
Sponsor: Davina Loskot
Location: Connections Class
Mission/Purpose: The primary purpose of the RMS Orchestra Program is to have students learn basic through intermediate techniques of playing string instrument as well as playing in an ensemble. We want to teach students to appreciate the value of quality music in society as well as develop qualities of leadership, citizenship, and pride in their performance ultimately resulting in an orchestra of young professionals.
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Robotics Competition Team
Academic Sponsors: Carissa Shuman; Emily Smith
Location: Every Tuesday & Thursday 4:30 - 6PM. See sponsors for details.
Mission/Purpose:
Affiliation: None
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Step Team / Dance
Academic Sponsors: Katie Spence, Hali Sorrells
Location: Gym and Cafe. Monday 8AM & Wednesday 4:30-6 PM
Description: Step Team is an 7th and 8th grade team focused on bringing spirit & support for all RMS activities.
Mission/Purpose: The mission of the RMS Step Team is to provide a positive outlet for students to demonstrate skilled movements & coordinated routines, while building positive self concepts teamwork & attitudes for success
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Student Council
Academic Sponsors: Stefanie Livingston, Raquel Smith, Mary Kate Sims
Location: See club sponsors.
Description: Open to all students 6th – 8th who desire to be leaders in the school.
Mission/Purpose: It is a service organization that provides opportunities for members to develop leadership skills as they organize service projects for the school and community. It also provides an exchange of ideas between faculty and student body through its elected officials
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Titan Futbol
Academic Sponsors: David Parker (Boys); Alexa Hernandez (Girls)
Location: Old & New Gym November- February
Friday 7:15AM in the boys gym or 4:30-6PM / Some Thursdays** Boys' and girls' team alternate AM then PM practice once per week.
Description: Students in 6, 7, and 8 will come together to play and develop skills to play soccer on teams in an organized format.
Mission/Purpose: The purpose of the soccer club is to provide an opportunity for students who enjoy playing soccer to come together for organized and friendly game play, also students will develop cardiovascular fitness and teamwork skills in the course of playing soccer
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Titan Gamers
Academic Sponsors: Grisel McDuffie
Location: Media Center Tuesdays, 8:15 AM - 8:55 AM
Description: The Titan Gamers club provides opportunities for students to learn coding while developing and playing games!
Mission/Purpose: To provide a fun environment for students to learn coding.
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Titan Television
Academic Sponsors: Grisel McDuffie; Michele Liparulo
Location: Media Center Broadcast Studio. Daily 9:00 A.M. - 9:30
Description: The RMS News Crew produces the daily morning announcements and assists in the production of special RMS video features.
Mission/Purpose: To provide a positive environment for students to learn new skills while working as a team to provide essential communication services to the RMS school community
Affiliation: There is no outside affiliation
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Boys Basketball
Academic Sponsors: Nick Partlow
Location: Old Gym. See sponsors for times.
Description: The primary purpose of the basketball player is to be a member of the team, which has as its goals the support of middle school athletics and the institution.
Mission/Purpose: Being a basketball player is an honor and special privilege. It’s a spirited, talented groups exist to promote good sportsmanship, good citizenship, wholesome and enthusiastic school spirit, and are first and foremost representatives of their school. Members of these groups have a fundamental responsibility to play a leadership role in building teamwork and helping the players to be expected to maintain a higher standard of behavior both on and off campus and academic achievement of their peers
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Cheerleading
Academic Sponsors: Mary Kate Sims
Location: Practice Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday 4:30 -6:30 PM in the gym.Description: The primary purpose of the cheerleaders is to be a member of the team, which has as its goals the support of middle school athletics and the institution.
Mission/Purpose: Being a cheerleader is an honor and special privilege. Cheerleaders and spirit groups exist to promote good sportsmanship, good citizenship, wholesome and enthusiastic school spirit, and are first and foremost representatives of their school. Members of these groups have a fundamental responsibility to play a leadership role in building teamwork and helping the cheerleading squad will be expected to maintain a higher standard of behavior both on and off campus and academic achievement of their peers
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Chess Club
Academic Sponsors: Tracy Jay, James O'Neil
Location: Tuesdays after school in the Media Center
Time: 4:30-5:30
Description: Enjoy strategy? Do you have an analytical mind? Join other like-minded individuals as we practice our chess skills and enjoy each other company while attempting to checkmate our opponents.
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Girls Basketball
Academic Sponsors: Tracy Adams
Location: Old Gym
Starting October 17th: M, T, W, F 4:30-6:30 PM
Games on Thursdays at 5 PM or Saturdays at 9 AM based on the schedule.Description: The primary purpose of the basketball player is to be a member of the team, which has as its goals the support of middle school athletics and the institution.
Mission/Purpose: Being a basketball player is an honor and special privilege. It’s a spirited, talented groups exist to promote good sportsmanship, good citizenship, wholesome and enthusiastic school spirit, and are first and foremost representatives of their school. Members of these groups have a fundamental responsibility to play a leadership role in building teamwork and helping the players to be expected to maintain a higher standard of behavior both on and off campus and academic achievement of their peers.
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Heart & Sole Girls on the Run
Academic Sponsors: Gina Cox, Keneca David
Location: Monday & Wednesday 7:45 - 8:15 AM See sponsors for location.
Description: Girls' Running Club
Mission/Purpose:
Affiliation: Girls on the Run®
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Kids for Christ Surge
Academic Sponsors: Edith Cervantes
Location: Every Tuesday morning (except the Tuesday after a holiday) 8:00 - 8:55 AM.
Chorus Room on C hall. 1.204 .Description: This student-led, adult-supervised club is open to all students interested in Christian fellowship, programs, and community service.
Mission/Purpose: The purpose of Kids for Christ Surge is to develop student leadership skills, individual spiritual growth, and community service.
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Peer Leaders
Academic Sponsors:Tina Young; Rosemary Dixon
Location: Leadership training is Tuesdays from 8:15- 9:00 am first semester in the Professional Learning Center Room on C-Hall. There is also an option to be a Classroom Helper during Connections for 2nd semester.
Description: Peer Leadership is a student organization that is offered to 8th grade students who are respectful, responsible, self-disciplined, and have the potential to be great student leaders. Assignments for Peer Leaders may vary, but may include working in the classroom with a teacher during connections, assisting a younger student, giving new student tours, helping out in the media center, tutoring, and helping out with other special projects in the school.
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PRISM
Academic Sponsors: Lakeisha Thomson; Frances McConnell
Location: Every 2nd & 4th Friday, 8:15-8:50 AM
Mission: Prism is an all-inclusive, student-led club that aims to provide a safe, tolerant, and supportive place for LGBTQ+ students and allies.
This club can touch on topics such as family, identity, and respect. It can be a place for LGBTQ+ students and allies to connect and hold space for each other. We believe that schools can be truly safe ONLY when every student is assured of access to an education without fear of harassment or violence.
Affiliation: no outside affiliation
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Readers' Rally
Academic Sponsors: G. McDuffie
Location: Fridays in the Media Center, 8:15 -8:55 a.m.
Description: Readers Rally is a book club that reads and discusses award winning books and practices for competition. Members are recommended by their teachers and chosen by the club’s sponsors. Members practice answering questions about the books preparation for the county competition.
Mission/Purpose: To cultivate a love of reading for pleasure
Affiliation: GCPS Readers’ Rally
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Relay for Life
Academic Sponsors: Eva Solomon
Location: See sponsor for how to get involved!
Description: Conduct various fundraisers throughout the year for cancer research and participate in the annual Gwinnett County Relay for Life Walk in May
Mission/Purpose: To have student involved in fundraising activities for Relay for Life and help prepare and plan for the big event in May
Affiliation: Gwinnett County Relay for Life/ Work with Beta Club, American Cancer Society
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Science Club
Academic Sponsors: Emily Smith, Kelly Chupurdy
Location: Every other Wednesday of each month 4:30 - 5:30PM. See sponsors for location.
Description: 6th grade students who are interested in exploring more science topics, science activities, Earth Day.
Mission/Purpose: Interest children further in science and allow them to participate in homemade science experiments
