WMS CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

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Here are some various clubs and activities that we
offer here at WMS!!
Click the club name for more information or talk to the sponsor!
Some clubs do not have their own web page. Click on the sponsor's name to email.
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Choir
Mrs. MacKenzie McKinney, Teacher

Willard Middle School Choir is a performing group that includes about 130 7th and 8th grade students. It is an all-year class that has a requirement of 4 performances each year. There are two concerts (December and May), a musical, and contest, which includes a trip to Silver Dollar City!

In addition, 8th graders have the opportunity to audition for a smaller choir (approx. 40 students) called Tiger Tones!!! Auditions are held in the spring for incoming 8th graders. Tiger Tones perform more often in the community and for the school (1-2 performances per month), and will participate in all performances with the big choir.


Conservation Club
Mrs. Lindsay Paulsell, Mrs. Mary Rummel, Mrs. Janet Locke, Mrs. Cami Jennings, Sponsorx

Members will be responsible for managing the WMS Recycling Effort this school year as well as starting some school conservation projects, such as building and maintaining WMS's own rain barrels, making recycled paper, and designing reusable bags.

The Conservation Club will meet twice a month after school to work on projects and will be asked to help collect recycled items during advisory twice a month. The Club will be sponsored by the WMS Science Department.


Cook and Create Club
Mrs. Beth Robinson, Sponsor
Cook & Create Club gives you a hands-on opportunity to learn how to make some seasonal foods and crafts. You do not have to "join" to participate in any of the activities, but will need to sign-up before each session so we will have enough supplies to complete the projects. The club requires no money and will meed right after school on Wednesdays until 4:30pm, about once every-other month. See Mrs. Robinson for further details.


Drama Club
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Ms. Amanda Graves, Sponsor

This club meets weekly and is for all students interested in theatre, acting, making new friends, or just having fun! We meet every Thursday after school in the Black Box Theatre where we play games, learn acting skills, and let kids ACT up! Drama Club performs two productions every year which any Drama Club member can audition for or help as a crew member on. We also attend theatre workshops, go to area plays, do fund raisers, and have an Awards Banquet at the end of the year. Any student can join! See Ms. Graves or email her at agraves@willard.k12.mo.us for more information!


FCA
Mrs. Jennifer Coffer, Mr. Bradley Homan, and Mrs. Lindsay Paulsell, Sponsor


FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) - WMS Chapter will be open to all students this year. We will meet on Thursday mornings at 7am for a motivational message and some student socialization! FCA is sponsored by Mrs. Paulsell, Mrs. Coffer, and Mr. Homan.


Girls Night Out/ Men In Training
Mrs. Debbie Olson, Mrs. Becky Treadway Sponsors

GNO: Girls Night Out
Girls in the 7th and 8th grades are invited to a special quarterly event sponsored by the women faculty members of WMS. Each girl is encouraged to bring her mom, grandma, favorite aunt or any other adult female companion for a night of fun exclusively for girls. Programs include a cookout and pumpkin decorating, holiday crafts, self defense class, cake decorating, and Summer Fun: spa and fashion night. All activities are free of charge for Willard Middle School students and their adult guests.

MIT: Men In Training
Boys in the 7th and 8th grades are invited to a special quarterly event sponsored by the men faculty members of WMS. Each boy is encouraged to bring his dad, grandfather, favority uncle or any other adult male companion for a night of fun exclusively for the guys. Programs include dodgeball, basketball, football on the big screen, and a chili supper and more. All activities are free of charge for Willard Middle School students and their adult guests.


Middle School Band
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The Instrumental Music Program begins at the beginning of 6th grade and continues on into Middle School. Students learn basic fundamentals of music as it relates to band instruments. Students learn both bass and treble clefs, note naming, counting, symbols, and terminology, etc. During December, instrument presentations are made to the students and they will begin their instrument upon returning from Christmas Break.


NJHS: National Junior Honors Society
Mrs. Cami Jennings, Mrs. Becky Treadway, Sponsors

This is an honor roll for students with GPA's of 3.75 or higher. Students do community service and fun activities such as bowling, ice skating @ Jordan Valley, barn swings, etc. This is definately something all WMS students should strive to be part of!!


OHHS Club: Operation Hometown Hero Supporters Club
Mrs.Vickie Feldman, Sponsor

The OHHS meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month and promotes patriotism in our school, hosts guest speakers, visits veterans, helps plan the WMS Veteran's Day Program, plans and organizes the Annual Support Our Troops Rally, and supports our troops with other various activities.

We also participate in the annual WMS Growl Nite with a pie-in-the-face booth. Proceeds from our booth go to constructing soldiers care packages and Camp Hope, a hunting retreat for wounded veteran's in our area!

Meeting times are 2:30-4pm in Mrs. Feldman's room.

   
Peer Ambassadors
Mrs. Marsha Crotts, Sponsor

Chosen as 6th graders, Peer Ambassadors are trained to help the student body by the Conflict Mediation Process to help resolve conflicts. They help new students get oriented to a new school. They also sponsor an annual dance and are involved in other service activities.
This group is not open to new members.


Spanish Club
Mrs. Elaine Damron, Sponsor

Spanish club meets periodically throughout the school year. We eat Spanish foods, make crafts like cascarones, watch videos, and study in "salsa sessions". It is open to 8th graders enrolled in Spanish I at WMS.


Tiger Tail Gate
Mrs. Vickie Feldman, Mr. Lonnie Compton, Mrs. Mary Rummel, Sponsors

Open to all WMS students!!! Party and Cookout before the 1st home game!!!
Parents, staff, athletes, and coaches are welcome to attend.

Date- Before the 1st WMS home game
Time- After school until game time
Place- WMS cafeteria
Activities Before Game Time-
Movies, Games, Food (a small donation to cover food may apply), and Spirit competitions
 
 
W.A.T.T.
Willard Academic Team in Training
Mrs. Teri Barnicle, Mr. David Biggers, Mrs. Elaine Damron, Dr. L. J. Summers, and
Mrs. Becky Treadway, Sponsors

We train with our computer and buzzer system by answering questions in science, math, geography/history, language arts, and fine arts. We attended our second competitive tournament where we took 2nd place. Academic Bowl meets every Tuesday after school. It is open to all 7th and 8th graders!
 

WMS Yearbook
Mrs. Kristina Loveland, Sponsor

This class is held during 5th hour period and is not an open elective class. Students must apply for the class in the spring when applicatications are being accepted. Yearbook class needs highly dedicated, hard working students that can meet deadlines and achieve frequent goals. Students will not only work on creating the WMS yearbook, but also create the school activity calendar, newsletters, and WMS Newspaper!
 
  2007-2008 yearbook is no longer on sale. Remember to purchase your 2008-2009 during summer registration where they will be offered at a discounted price! Yearbooks will also be for sale at the discounted price throughout 1st semester! See Mrs. Loveland for details! Watch for information and order forms!!!

Click on this link for details.  http://shop.jostens.com/yrbk.asp


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