H. E. R. O.
Audra Bryant & Gwen Simpson
AMBASSADORS CLUB
Rachel Reich & Brooke Kemp
Pam Hudson & Amy Saterfield
The Art Club will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month from 3:15 to 4:15pm, and is open to all grades. Students will work on a variety of projects throughout the year, including poster contests. In order to be considered for membership, it is necessary to submit an original drawing (not traced) to one of the sponsors. Cartoon and action firgures should be avoided. Requirements include an interest in art, satisfactory conduct, and parent permission.
Bill Finley
Jackie Thomas, Peggy Fiveash, & Lola Waddell
ELT is a school-based program that is designed to promote future educators and create an awareness of the meaningful roles assumed by educators. Meeting times to be announced.
CHESS CLUB
Justin Wilson
The Chess Club is an after school organization that meets weekly and allows students to interact in a unique extracurricular atmosphere. Students will spend the majority of their time in fun competition with their peers. Skill levels will be matched accordingly for advanced players, as well as those who only play recreationally. Members have the option of entering tournaments and competition within the city of Memphis, as well as outside of Memphis. The CHS Chess Club, along with their coach, will offer sessions on strategies and tactics on a weekly basis. This would be an opportunity that you would not want to miss out on. This club is open to any student at SFMS who is a chess player or even interested in learning how to play. The club will meet on Tuesdays and is limited to 20-30 members.
SPELLING BEE
Pam Shields, Shannon Dorris, & Rebecca Secrist
Calling all spellers!
Do you do well in spelling? Are you competitive? Then grab your dictionaries
and thesauruses and start preparing for the seventh annual SFMS Spelling Bee.
The Spelling Bee will be held in November. The winner will represent SFMS
at the citywide contest sponsored by the Commercial Appeal. For info only.
Robert Bolding, Carol Brawner, Jouli Jara, & Bill Finley
Students will have an opportunity to help plan and implement our recognition of International Week. The Geography Bee will be held in December. The Bee will test students' knowledge, skills, and understanding of geographic concepts. Participation will be open to any SFMS student.
Barbara Jenkins, Linda Corrigan, & Debbie Caughlin
The SFMS Chapter of the National Junior Beta Club promotes scholarship, leadership, and good citizenship. The membership is made up of 7th and 8th grade students who, because of their worthy character, creditable achievement, and commendable attitude, and how well they meet the qualifications of membership as set forth in the Constitution and By-Laws. These qualifications include at least a 95 grade average, excellent conduct grades, and involvement in community service. The meetings are held the second Friday of each month at 7:15am in the cafeteria. Membership is by invitation only.
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
Jeff Fite, Danny Giles, & David Culbertson
FCA, a student-run association, will meet twice each month before school. Students must maintain satisfactory conduct in all classes. Specific dates and times will be announced, as guest speakers become available.
JUNIOR CIVITAN CLUB
Do you want to make a difference in our community? Our club is sponsored by the Collierville Civitan organization. This nationally recognized organization is committed to service, knowledge, and fellowship. We will meet on the 1st Tuesday of each month from 3:15 to 4:45pm. Special dates and times may be added for fundraisers and community projects. Make a difference and join Jr. Civitan.
Monroe Jones
The outdoor learning club is designed to give students an opportunity to enhance their knowledge of nature by utilizing our school's outdoor classroom. The club is open to 15-20 students and will meet either Tuesday or Thursday from 3:15 to 4:30 pm. The students will be involved in the planning and development stages of the outdoor lab.
WELLNESS WORKS
Marjon Bishop, Amy Garcia, Anita Swindle, & Connie Whittaker
Do you want to learn how to be healthy while having fun? Then this is the club for you. In this club you will have the opportunity to do things like make and eat healthy snacks, learn your target heart rate, and find interesting and fun ways to exercise. There will be no strenuous exercise involved. However, a parent permission slip will be required. We will meet the last Monday of every month.
STUDENT COUNCIL
Pam McLain, Marjon
Bishop, Gaynell Perry, Mark Beadle, & Kym Lester
Officers are elected
by vote of the sixth and seventh grade students during the spring before the
tenure of their term. They must have two teacher recommendations and present
a copy of the most current report card to the Student Council sponsor. Homeroom
representatives are elected by each homeroom during the month of September
during the school year of their term. Each officer and representative must
maintain at least a B average in all class work (with no more than two C's
per reporting period), and must receive nothing less than an S in conduct.
Student Council provides its members an opportunity to develop leadership
skills and to serve the school community through activities and service projects.