Clubs and Activities

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

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 MyPaymentsPlus.

Sponsors:

Adam webb and Ned Love

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

11/14/24
No meeting in December
1/9/25
2/6/25
3/13/25
4/3/25
No meeting in May

Thanks to Our Sponsors:

Art & Photography Club

Basketball - Boys

Description:

Students will learn rules and techniques of basketball, as well as valuable teamwork skills and good sportsmanship.

See the Crews Athletic page for more information.

Coach:

Charlie Hollingshead

Open to:

7th and 8th graders by tryout in October

Meetings:

If selected for the team, practices are held daily. Games played Thursday evening and Saturday mornings October-March.

Links:

Basketball Video

Basketball - Girls

Description:

Students will learn rules and techniques of basketball, as well as valuable teamwork skills and good sportsmanship.

See the Crews Athletic page for more information.

Coaches:

Dale Grant, Alex Holeman, and Tonya Marin

Open to:

7th and 8th graders by tryout

Meetings:

If selected for the team, practices are held daily. Games played Thursday evening and Saturday mornings October-March.

Links:

Basketball Video

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 MyPaymentsPlus (includes t-shirt).

Meetings:

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.

September 5th and September 19th

October 3rd and October 17th

November 7th and November 21st

December 5th (only one meeting this month)

Links:

Sign-Up Link

Cheerleading

Description:

Students will learn cheerleading techniques and teamwork skills as they promote school spirit and cheer at all basketball games.

See the Crews Athletics page for more information.

Coaches:

Eboni Jones, Ally Underwood, and Shayla Thompson

Open to:

6th, 7th, and 8th graders by tryout. Tryouts held in spring for the upcoming year.

Meetings:

If selected, held Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings August – March. Practices held daily.

Chess Club

Description:

Come learn and play the exciting game of chess!

Sponsors:

Valerie Reeves and Leslie Dale

Open to:

All students - limited space

See below for a link to the Chess Club membership application.

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
May 6 (Last meeting)

Creative Writing

Crews News

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

Dance Team

Drama Club

Description:

Crews is hosting a drama club again! Run by Brookwood High School theatre students.

Sponsors:

Charlie Hollingshead

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

Meetings held in Mr. Hollingshead's Room from 4:20 - 5:30 p.m. Pick-up is in the bus lanes at 5:30 p.m.

September 25
October 2
November 13
December 4

Check back later for 2nd semester dates.

Links:

Sign-Up Link

Environmental Club

Family Career & 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

Sponsors:

Sharell Houston

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

The first interest meeting will be on December 4th at 8:15am. Following meetings will be on the first Wednesday of the month.

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, Sherie Mikell, Jeffery Dunn

Amy Lumanog

Email: amylumanog@yahoo.com
Phone: 517.331.3871

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

Thursdays from 4:30-5:30pm in Mr. Hames' room.

Jan. 9
Jan 16
Jan 23
Jan. 30
Feb. 6
Feb. 20
Feb. 27
March 13
March 20

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

Meetings:

The club will meet on the 2^nd and 4^th 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.

Spring 2024 Meeting Dates:

January 25
February 8 & 29
March 7 & 21
April 11 & 18
May 2 & 16

Golf Talk

History Club

Honors Orchestra

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

Meetings:

All meetings are in Mrs.Underwood's room 1.162 at 8:15 AM and can be dropped off in the car line.

September 10th
October 16th
November 13th
December 18th

Links:

International Travel Club Sign-Up Link

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, and Soraya Ratchford

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

Thursday – Volleyball

8:15AM-8:55AM
Drop off at car rider
Location : Gym

Tuesday - Running Club

4:20PM-5:00PM
Pick up in bus lanes
Location : meet in Hames' room and run to Alexander Park

Wednesday – Basketball

8:15AM-8:55AM
Drop off at car rider
Location : Gym

Links:

Volleyball signup link: https://forms.office.com/r/vnAng5nvbN

Basketball signup link: https://forms.office.com/r/S0teWJt2eF

Jazz Band

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

Mascot

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

Meetings:

TBA

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

Percussion Ensemble

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.

Readers Rally

Robotics (Bronco Bots)

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.

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 are included (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:

All students

Meetings:

Thursdays after school

Club Fees:

$25 (t-shirt & snacks)

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:

Eric Sas

Open to:

All students, although space is limited, and grade level, performance in science courses, and overall academic record will be considered when selecting students.

Meetings:

Tuesdays after school until 5:20. Pickup in the car-rider lane. Competitions on Saturdays.

Club Fees:

$40 (T-shirt and event materials, such as helicopter flight kits)

Sewing Club

Student Government Association (SGA)

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:

August 29
September 26
October 24
November 21
December 12
January 30
February 27
March 27
April 24

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.

Sponsors:

Brad Miller

Open to:

All students by application (space limited)

Meetings:

Thursdays before school in Mr. Miller's room

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:

Charlie Hollingshead and Allison Hollingshead

Open to:

Students by audition only

Meetings:

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.

Links:

Talent Show Audition Form Link

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

Meetings:

Starts at 8:15 AM and drop off can be in the car line. Meet in Ms. Harrison (Seidita's) classroom.

September 13th
October 9th
November 8th
December 13th

Links:

Permission Form Link

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:

Charlie Hollingshead

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

Select Thursdays at 8:15am in Mr. Hollingshead's room (dates subject to change).

September 9
September 16
October 16
November 20
December 11
January 15
February 12
March 12
April 16
May 13

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 and Sarah Bowen

Open to:

All students by application (limited space)

Meetings:

One-day tennis clinic with Coach Carlos at the Flower's Crossing Tennis Courts. (3 PM - 5:30 PM) on October 26, 2024.

Sign-up opens on Friday, 10/4 at 8:00 a.m.

Links:

Sign-Up Form Link

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:

6th grade girls

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:

September 4
October 2
November 6
December 4
January 8
February 5
March 5
April 2
May 7

Links:

Sign-Up Link