Clubs

Club Club Description Sponsor Meeting Day/Time Start Date
ACT II: Showtime

Showtime gives DHMS students the opportunity to be a part of an after-school ensemble focusing on Musical Theater and the world of Broadway. Students will create and perform their own musical showcase that will be performed in the Spring.  All are welcome!

*This is a full year class (students will be graded) that runs after school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 – 4:10 PM and will take place from September 26th – May 15th.

Causey Tuesdays and Thursdays
2:45 – 4:10PM
Room 004
September 26
ACT II: Jazz Band

Calling all band musicians! Starting Thursday, September 28 DHMS students have the opportunity to be part of an after-school Jazz Band. All musician who play a band instrument, piano, or string bass are welcome!

*This is a full year class (students will be graded) that runs after school.

Hanckle Mondays and Thursdays
2:45-4:10 PM
Room 104
September 28
Pickleball Club Pickleball Club is designed to give students an opportunity to play the sport of pickleball with other pickleball players after school. Westcott Thursdays Fall: 9/28 – 10/27 Spring: 4/1 – 5/24
2:45 – 4:10PM
Outdoor Basketball Courts/Tennis Courts
September 28
Maker Monday

This is an opportunity for you to learn some new skills and create some items you wish to make. The style for Maker Monday is set up this year so that students can learn skills and have adequate time with Ms. Kennedy to help.

Signups will start on 9/20 and end 9/27 or until space is full. 24 students MAX.

S. Kennedy Mondays
2:45-4:10 PM
Room 008
October 2
Tech Tuesday
Technology Student Association
Technology Student Association (TSA) is a co-curricular CTSO (Career and Technical Student Organization) that supports Technology Education programs at the Middle and High School levels. TSA chapters take the study of STEM beyond the classroom and give students the chance to work on competitive events, learn and apply leadership skills, and may attend conferences at the state, regional, and national levels. S. Kennedy Tuesdays
2:45-4:10 PM
Room 008
October 3
Coding Club We will be learning about Scratch, Python, and micro:bit. No experience needed and all levels welcome. Shanker Thursday2:45 – 3:30PMRoom 238 inside the library October 5
Newspaper Club Do you enjoy writing, photography, or drawing? Are you interested in producing a weekly newspaper about our school and community? Well then you should join the Phoenix Times Newspaper Club! Depending on interest, we may need to limit the number of participants. Shanker Thursdays
2:45 – 3:30PM
Library
October 5
TAB
Teen Advisory Board
TAB is a lunchtime book club that is open to all students. TAB usually meets twice a month with the DHMS librarian and a librarian from our local branch library. Shanker Every other Wednesday
Grade Level Lunch time
Library
October 4
Model United Nations Do you like to argue and debate?  Do you follow current events and wonder how problems get solved throughout the world?  If so, the Model United Nations Club may be for you.  The Model UN Club prepares for and participates in several local conferences on Saturdays in the Fall and Spring.  We research and represent countries on current issues and use Parliamentary Procedure to work through a structured debate.  If you like geography, history, and current events and are up for the challenge of working collaboratively, come check out the Model UN Club. Carlson Thursdays
2:45 – 3:30PM
Room 312
September 21
FCCLA
Family, Career, Community Leaders of America
This is a national organization. We will explore the science and nutrition behind food and how it impacts our daily lives. We have students from grades, 6, 7 and 8.  We work on a wide range of projects. Some of them involve cooking, personal organization, simple interior design projects, friendships and families, and community service projects.6th, 7th, and 8th grade students are eligible to join.  No experience necessary. Allen Every other Monday
2:45 – 3:30PM
Room 320
Interest Meeting September 18 & September 19
International Club International Club provides students with the opportunity to share their knowledge about other cultures and countries. Students can expand their global curiosity in a relaxed, accepting, and fun environment. Connor Mondays
2:45-3:30PM
Room 311
TBD
National History Day Club This is a club for the history lovers! This club’s members will work on their own historical research and produce a project on this year’s NHD Theme. Projects will be presented at a DHMS National History Day fair (to be announced) and possibly participate in other local and regional (and National) National History Day contest. Jordan Mondays
2:45-3:30PM
Room 120
TBD
Kidsgiving Each month students have an opportunity to participate in 2-4 activities, with one nonprofit in the spotlight. Three kinds of activities are offered:

  1. Educational – a chance to learn about a non-profit, what it does, who it serves, and how it works
  2. Volunteering – an opportunity for a hands-on activity to help others
  3. Giving – the option to donate either directly or with in-kind gifts (e.g. books, coats, food)
Malks Twice a Month
2:45-3:30PM
Room 129
TBD
Investment Club The DHMS investment club and build a fundamental understanding of investing while gaining real-world skills and practice in math, English language arts, economics, social studies, and more! Compete in an online simulation of the global capital markets, while learning from professional industry volunteers. Are you interested in the Capital Hill Challenge or writing about your financial decisions? Build your skills now to compete for college scholarships. Boyd Thursdays
2:45-3:30PM
Room 236
September 21
D&D Club The D&D Club is a group where we bring together diverse players to create and to adventure in a world formulated by the Dungeon Master. We hope to exude cooperation, critical thinking, and logical skills in order to traverse puzzles and realistic scenarios through the course of these games. We also provide a way for players to entertain themselves while also tackling the arts of acting and writing. M. Smith and Reid TBD
2:45-4:10PM
Room 352
TBD
Science Club Science club is an exciting way for students and enthusiasts to explore and engage with the world of science. This club provides an opportunity for individuals to learn about different scientific disciplines, conduct experiments, and participate in various scientific activities. By joining a science club, students can enhance their scientific knowledge, develop critical thinking skills, and cultivate a passion for science. Thomas TBD
2:45-3:30PM
Room 119
TBD
Chess Club Goals:

  • To inspire a love for the game of chess
  • To build chess-playing skills & strategies
  • To teach other students how to play chess
  • To attend Scholastic chess tournaments
  • To make new friends

This club provides an after-school opportunity for students to engage in playing the beloved game of chess. It is currently open to all 6th through 8th grade students. NO experience necessary. Join the club and learn how to play!

Cruz TBD
2:45-3:30PM
Room 126
TBD
GSA
Gender Sexuality Alliance
The GSA is open to students of all sexual orientations and gender identity.  We have students who identify as LGBTQIA as well as allies come to GSA and participate. GSA is a safe space for students to develop community amongst one another and develop programs for a more inclusive school environment. Paris TBD
2:45-3:30PM
Room 319
TBD
Math Counts Math Counts is a national middle school mathematics competition that builds problem solving skills and fosters achievement through four levels of fun, in-person “bee” style contests. Our goal will be to train for the Math Counts school competition (which will happen sometime in January). There are opportunities to advance to the local chapter competition and possibly the state and national competitions (held in February, March, and May). 6th, 7th, and 8th grade students are eligible to join.  No experience necessary. TBD TBD
2:45-3:30PM
Room TBD
TBD