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Interpretation, Prose, Poetry, Debate, and others.How to Join: See Ms. Green for more
information. Meetings will begin at the start of the school year.

Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
Sponsors: Mr. Rose, mrose@pinerichland.org (X2230)
Open to: Grades 7 and 8
Meetings: GSA will meet once a month after school.
Purpose: The Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) is a student-run organization with a focus on
tolerance and inclusion. It works to foster an awareness and understanding of the LGBTQ+
community as well as the general population. The club is for any student, no matter where
they stand. It works to help bring our school community together as a whole so that ALL
students feel safe and included.
Activities: The GSA will spend club meeting time discussing current relevant topics as well as
allowing time for socialization and fun.
How to Join: Students who are interested in joining GSA can reach out to their school
counselor to learn more about GSA.

Intramurals
Sponsor: Mr. Frank, jfrank@pinerichland.org (X2302)
Open to: Grades 7 and 8
Meetings: After school when announced.
Purpose: To have fun!
Activities: Dodgeball, floor hockey, handball, soccer and other fun activities.
How to Join: Listen to school announcements advising when these activities will be offered or
see Mr. Frank in room 302 for more information.

Jazz Band
Sponsor: Mr. Stillwagon, jstillwagon@pinerichland.org (X2232)
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Open to: Any 7 and 8 grade band students playing standard jazz ensemble instruments.
Meetings: After school Mondays in the Band Room (you must arrange for your own ride
home).
Purpose: Learn and perform jazz arrangements of popular songs.
Activities: Practice jazz arrangements and perform periodically at concerts.
How to Join: By audition with Mr. Stillwagon. See Mr. Stillwagon in the Band Room if you
have any questions.

Leaders’ Club
Sponsor: Mrs. Moore, amoore@pinerichland.org (X2311)
Open to: Grades 7 and 8
Meetings: As needed throughout the entire year.
Purpose: To develop leadership skills by doing volunteer and service-oriented activities
directed by Mrs. Moore. To develop self-esteem, confidence, responsibility, empathy, and
citizenship by placing others’ needs ahead of your own.
Activities: Various volunteer activities.
How to Join: Informational/organizational meeting is held in September or October. Students
are welcome to attend on a flexible schedule based on other activities and sports schedules.
See Mrs. Moore in room 311 if you have questions.

National Academic League
Sponsors: Mrs. Harris-Crowe, aharris-crowe@pinerichland.org (X2304) and Mrs. Mullaugh,
jmullaugh@ pinerichland.org (X2229)
Open to: Grades 7 and 8

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