Pocahontas Middle School clubs and organizations are offered so students can meet and participate with other students with similar interests. Information about meetings will be shared on the morning announcements. Additional clubs may be added, based on student interest.

**Students who plan to stay after school for any meetings need to bring written permission from a parent or guardian, and have prearranged transportation that will pick them up promptly at the conclusion of the meeting. Additionally, the written permission should include emergency contact information and any food allergies should also be listed.

Anime Club

Like anime? Enjoy manga? Then this is the club for you. We will meet once a month to discuss your favorite anime characters. Students learn tricks on how to do draw anime eyes, share their favorite manga and even watch a classic Miyazaki film! Students with questions can contact Ms. Prokopis (room 2701).

C.R.E.A.T.E. Club (Creative Recruits Enjoy Art Through Exploration)

The Create Club will start to meet later in the fall.  Students can join this amazing club by submitting a permission form signed by a parent and a one-time $5 fee. Students may also choose to purchase a club T-shirt for an additional $5. It is first-come, first-served, as there are limited slots!  Students should listen to the morning announcements for more details.  Create Club will make fun, cool art projects as well as contribute their artistic talents to the community! Come join and unleash your creativity! Please see Mr. Dickerson (room 1502) or Mrs. Jones (room 1510), club sponsors, with questions.

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Students will learn how to play Dungeons & Dragons, one of the most well-known tabletop role playing games. D&D players pretend to be heroes in an epic adventure and work together toward a common goal. This club fosters storytelling, creativity, teamwork and problem-solving. All are welcome! Students with questions should see Nurse Boyd in the clinic.

FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)

This is a club for all students interested in business and computers. The club helps prepare students for success as leaders in business, government and in the community. We are prepare students to become active members in the high school chapters of FBLA, where they will compete in various business competitions.  

Reasons to join FBLA include:

• Being a part of the largest student business organization in the world with over a quarter million students.

• Giving back to the community.

• Establishing career goals.

• Improving public speaking and business skills.

• Becoming a better leader.

• Learning to dress for success.

• Developing character and self-confidence.

Please contact Mr. Howard (room 1505) for more information.

eSports Gaming

Participate in competitive gaming with games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros. Students must apply to join this club, and some students will even have the opportunity to compete in the HCPS gaming tournament! Good sportsmanship is expected. For more information or questions, students should contact Mrs. Coleman (library back office) or Ms. Prokopis (room 2701).

FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America)

Exciting opportunities await those students who are, plan to or have taken any Teen Living 6, Teen Living 7 or Independent Living course. Students are encouraged to joinFCCLA, the national student organization. We participate in school activities as well as projects that help our community. Please see Ms. Preston (room 1511) for more information or with questions.

Forensics (Public Speaking)

Public speaking is an important life skill. Come learn some of the ins and outs of what makes an excellent public speaker. Have fun with your friends while preparing for the opportunity to compete in the HCPS tournament. If you have fun in theater class or want to prepare to join a debate team in high school, then Forensics Club may be for you! For questions, students should see Ms. Prokopis (room 2701).

Hawk Squad

The Hawk Squad program is for students who enjoy helping others. All students may apply to be on Hawk Squad in the spring of each school year, and if selected, will serve on Hawk Squad for the next school year.  Hawk Squad is involved in various schoolwide activities, such as assisting at Hawk Hill Camp (summer orientation), elementary school tours and committees.  During the school year, Hawk Squad selects from a variety of committees to volunteer their time.  Committees this year included school rallies, rally prep, eighth grade wishes, dances and sixth grade classes.  Please see Mrs. J. Ozolins, school counseling director, in the counseling office with questions.

The P.A.C.K. (Promoting And Protecting Animals through Compassion and Kindness)

The P.A.C.K. is the perfect club for students who care about animals and want to make a positive difference in their lives. Students speaking up for animals is the mission statement for this humane education club. Any student may join this club at any time during the year, simply by attending a meeting, typically held once a month during study hall time or after school. P.A.C.K. students celebrate how animals enrich our lives; research and discuss current issues and practices that affect animals; and help educate others on humane treatment and responsible pet ownership. Speakers from various agencies are often invited to talk to members, bringing awareness to specific issues and encouraging advocacy for animals. Members typically participate in at least one community service project during the school year. The underlying theme with all our meetings and discussions is that all creatures, great and small, do matter and deserve humane treatment. There is not a specific meeting day each month: upcoming meetings are publicized on the morning or afternoon announcements, and flyers are posted around the school. Parents are always welcome to attend meetings. Any student with questions about The P.A.C.K. should see Ms. Milby, resident P.A.C.K. leader and school counselor, in the counseling office.

Rainbow Alliance

The Rainbow Alliance club invites LGBTQ+ students and allies to come together for support and friendship. The RA's main goal is to give students a safe space to express themselves. We also advocate for understanding and acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities within the school community. Any student with questions about Rainbow Alliance should see Mrs. Hunt (room 2807), Ms. Fitz (counseling office), Ms. Spruill (1402) or Ms. Walker (library).

Technology Student Association

The Technology Student Association fosters personal growth, leadership and opportunities in science, technology, engineering and math, or STEM. Members apply and integrate these concepts through co-curricular activities, competitions and related programs. For questions, students should see Ms. Lewchanin (room 1503).