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

3D Printing Club

Description:

3D Printing Club: The 3D Printing Club is where creativity meets innovation! Students will learn to design, prototype, and bring their ideas to life using cutting-edge technology. Whether you're into science, engineering, technology, gaming, or math problem-solving, 3D printing opens up endless possibilities. Join to build real-world skills, collaborate on exciting projects, and be part of the future of design and technology!

Sponsors:

Alison Earle and Steven James

Meetings:

Every other Thursday Mornings (twice a month)

All Pro Dads

Description:

Join us for All Pro Dads - We will dive into a relevant topic together, play some games, share breakfast, and connect with our kids.
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, Ned Love, and Fred Houston

Open to:

All students

2025-2026 Meetings (8:15-8:50 am):

October 17
November 21
January 16
February 27
March 27
April 24

Links:

MyPaymentsPlus

Chapter Home Page

Thanks to Our Sponsors

Art & Photography Club

Ballerz Skills and Drills Club

Description:

Ballerz Skills and Drills is an organization that provides an opportunity for girls to become skillful in the sport of basketball. We have a focus on three areas: mental competitiveness, mental confidence, and skills/drills development.

Sponsors:

Joseph Bass and Joshua McKeever

Open to:

6th - 8th grade girls

Meetings:

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00-8:50 AM. We start on Aug 19 - September 30 for Fall 2025 Semester.

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.

Sponsors:

Joshua Mckeever and Joseph Bass

Open to:

7th and 8th graders by tryout in OctoberMeetings:

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.

Sponsors:

Joshua Mckeever and Joseph Bass

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! BEST Club is a social club that brings neurotypical and special needs students together for fun activities. All students and grade levels are welcome.

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 last Tuesday of the month from 4:15-5:15 in Mrs. Heier's classroom in the 7th grade hall.

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!

Chess Club Flyer

Sponsors:

Valerie Reeves and Leslie Dale

Open to:

All students - limited space.

Applications for Chess Club are now closed.

2025 Meetings (8:15-8:55) am:

Semester 1

September 4th & 18th
October 2nd & 16th
November 6th & 20th
December 4th

Semester 2

January 15th & 22nd
February 5th & 19th
March 5th & 19th
April 16th & 30th
May 7 (Last Meeting)

Club Zen

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

Meetings - 2025-26:

Meetings are held during early morning help on the following days:

September 25
October 30
November 20
December 17
January 29
February 26
March 26
April 30

Links:

Creative Writing Video

Crews News

Description:

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

Sponsors:

Shaynna Aponte

Open to:

Rising 7th and 8th graders, by application and interview. Selection of new crew members in fall. Applications will be live mid-August.

Meetings:

Daily before school / students assigned a day

Links:

Crews News Info Video Link

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:

This year-long club is a select auditioned group of 7th and 8th grade students who perform for special school and community events. Students do not have to be in chorus to audition. Students must exhibit strong leadership and singing skills. Dues are $30 and are paid at the beginning of the school year.

Meetings:

Every Monday

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 are held from 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. Pick-up is in the bus lanes.

2nd Semester Meeting Dates (Spring 2026):

January 27 (Hames' classroom)
February 17 (Hollingshead's classroom)
March 31 (Hames' classroom)
April 28 (Hames' classroom)

Environmental Club

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

Angie Gaither

Email: angiegaither@gmail.com
Phone: 770-262-3168

Open to:

All students

Meetings:

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

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.

Girl Talk Club Sign-up

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.

**First meeting will be Wednesday, September 3rd from 4:30 - 5:30.

Golf Talk

Honors Orchestra

Description:

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

Open to:

Current orchestra students and students must audition to join. This group is by audition only for students who are already part of the normal orchestra class. Students will be seated by talent level, read level 3 and 4 music and have additional performances throughout the year. Anyone interested in auditioning should see Mrs. Pearson or Mrs. Baglio after the start of the school year!

Meetings:

8:15 am on Tuesdays starting after Labor Day

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

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.

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 and Sarah Bowen

Open to:

All students. The Crews Intramural program is a 100% free opportunity before and/or after school for ALL students both male and female in all grades.

Meetings:

Intramurals will start back up in January 2026.

Jazz Band

Jr. Beta Club

Description:

Affiliated with the National Beta Club and therefore by invitation only. In order to be invited, students must meet membership criteria of a 3.8 GPA (based off of core academic classes only, excluding connections classes). Students meeting membership criteria will receive their invitations by mid August. Once invitations are sent out, we will no longer be accepting new members for the 2025-2026 school year.

Students will perform service activities for our school and community as they promote excellence in scholarship, leadership, and citizenship.

Sponsors:

Kim Williams

Open to:

Open to 7th & 8th grade students with Qualifying GPA - by invitation

Meetings:

September 12, 2025; October 17, 2025; November 7, 2025; December 12, 2025; January 9, 2026; February 6, 2026 (virtual); March 6, 2026; April 17, 2026; May 11, 2026.

Kickball and Dominoes

Description:

Looking to kick up some fun and flex your strategy skills? Join Kickball & Dominoes on the first Friday of every month at 8:15 AM! On sunny days, we’ll head outside for classic kickball games filled with teamwork and friendly competition. When the weather keeps us indoors, we’ll keep the energy going with exciting rounds of five-point dominoes — a game of logic, patience, and smart moves. Whether you're athletic, strategic, or just looking to hang out with friends, this club offers the best of both worlds.

Sponsor:

Frederick Houston

Open to:

All students

Click here to attend Kickball & Dominoes

Meetings (8:15 AM in Mr. Houston's class):

September 18
October 16
November 20
December 18

Needle Craft Club

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:

Every other Tuesday at 8:15 AM: 8/12, 8/26, 9/9, 9/23, 10/7, 10/20 (Mon), 10/24 (All Day Conference), 11/3 (Mon), 11/17 (Mon), 12/2, 12/6, 1/13, 1/27, 2/10, 2/24, 3/10, 3/24, 4/14, 4/28, 5/12 (PM Meeting)

Percussion Ensemble

Description:

Percussive performance group open to 7^th/8^th grade percussion students in the Band. Students may come down to the band room after 2^nd load of busses on Mondays and pick-up is 5:30 in the bus lane.

Sponsors:

Amanda Bingham and Darvin McRoy

Open to:

7th/8th grade percussionists in band - no signup needed

Meetings:

Mondays after school until 5:30pm

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:

Kim Williams and Paige McGaughey

Open to:

Open to all grade levels.

Meetings:

The first 1st Wednesday and 3rd Wednesday of each month at 8:15 am - 8:55 am in Mrs. McGaughey's room (6th grade hall). See Mrs. Williams, Mrs. McGaughey or another Counselor for a pass.

Robotics Club

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:

Wednesdays after school from 4:15-5:30pm in Ms. Sheldon's room (7th grade hallway - Room 1.145). First meeting is September 17, 2025.

*Pick up is in the front parking lot.

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:

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

Club Fees:

$80 (T-shirt, food and drinks at competitions, event materials, such as hovercraft and 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 Sharon Fleetwood.

Open to:

Homeroom reps and officers elected by peers

SGA Sign-up Survey

Meetings Dates (2025-26):

8/28, 9/25, 10/23, 11/20, 12/18, 1/15, 2/19, 3/19, 4/30, and 5/13.

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

Taylor Swift Club

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 and Charlene Fowler

Open to:

All students

Sign-up Link

Meeting Dates (2025-26):

8/27, 9/24, 9/26 Pie Day, 10/22, 11/19, 12/17, 1/17 Talent Show, 1/21, 2/18, 3/18, 4/22

Amanda Riley Foundation Website

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 & 7th 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).

Fall 2025 Meeting Dates:

Sept 3, Oct 1, Nov 5, Dec 3, Jan 7, Feb 4, Mar 4, Apr 1, May 6

Links:

Sign-Up Link