Battle of the Books –
Battle of the Books will meet in small groups in which you get to talk about similar books with your friends - just like real book clubs! We hope this will shift the focus toward us - the readers - and how we interact with the settings, plots, and characters we love. We look forward to learning more about you as we share books together!
There is a competition in February, and we may have up to 12 participants. You DO NOT have to be on the competition team to participate in our BOB book discussions! Non-competitors may sometimes help the competition team to practice and study, but they don't have to memorize anything. Competitors, you are responsible for reading several of the books, paying attention to details, and memorizing both the author and the full title (as printed on the official list).
Club Sponsors
Ms. Laura Warr
Club Meetings
Wednesdays 8:00am-8:30am (bi-weekly)
Who Can Join?
Open to all students at Hickory Ridge Middle School
Beta Club – Beta Club promotes the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership among students.
Club Sponsors
Ms. Mirabelli
Club Meetings
First and third Fridays of each month from 4:00pm-5:15pm
Who Can Join?
Beta club has universal requirements that begin with teacher recomendations. Potential Beta students must participate in the Beta Bite Academy and meet all academic, character, and service requirements. Beta club member for the 2023-2024 school year have already been selected.
Coding Club – Coding Club meets weekly to explore and discover all sorts of coding experiences. No prior experience is required. At our meetings, club members choose daily coding goals or work on various coded projects. We share and play each others games and interact with each other’s apps. This is a very cool way to start the day!
Club Sponsors
Ms. Elena Moore
Club Meetings
Every Wednesday 7:45am – 8:35am
Who Can Join?
Students of all grade levels and all skills levels may apply. Club members will be selected & notified. Fall Coding Club members have been selected. Look for details and an application for the Spring Coding Club following Winter Break.
Garden Club – In Garden Club students will collaborate to maintain and cultivate the school garden and participate in school beautification projects. Students will learn to start vegetables, fruits and flowers from seed and nurture them until harvest. This club provides ample oppurtunity for students to connect with nature, develop teamwork skills and healthier habits while gaining a deeper appreciation for the environment.
Club Sponsors
Ms. Lindsey Kiral
Club Meetings
TBD
Who Can Join?
Applications to join will be available in late November/early Decemeber 2023.
Jazz Band – (Insert Description)
Club Sponsors
Mr. Nicholas Carl
Club Meetings
Monday & Wednesday 8:00am – 8:50am (biweekly)
Who Can Join?
Students must audition for Jazz Band and be selected to participate.
Math Counts – MathCounts is a club that requires students to use skills learned in math class to engage in higher level thinking and solve problems.
Club Sponsors
Ms. Bentley Rose
Mr. Stephen Platt
Club Meetings
Thursdays 4:00pm – 5:00pm (weekly)
Who Can Join?
Open to all students at Hickory Ridge Middle School
MAVtv – MAVtv is our student news program. We broadcast live news to the students and staff of Hickory Ridge daily. Students that participate learn about the many tools and skills needed for streaming.
Club Sponsors
Ms. Brenda Eason
Club Meetings
Monday – Friday 8:35am-9:15am and 3:30pm-4:00pm
Who Can Join?
Students of all grade levels can apply to be a part of our MAVtv crew.
Quiz Bowl – [insert description]
Club Sponsors
Mr. Stephen Platt
Ms. Valarie Raines
Club Meetings
Wednesday from 4:00pm – 5:30pm
Who Can Join?
Quiz Bowl meetings are now in try-outs with students competing for the remaining spots on the team. Quiz Bowl is currently closed to new participants. When our final selections are chosen, we will update.
Ragin’ Robotics – Maverick Country is home to 8 competitive robotic teams. These teams compete in regional, state and (keeping fingers crossed) world competitions with VEXIQ robots that they build, drive and code to go around a competition field. This is a highly sought after team experience that is by application and invitation only. The season begins in August and runs through March.
Club Sponsors
Ms. Elana Moore
Club Meetings
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30am – 8:35am (Wednesday is an optional meeting day)
Who Can Join?
A spot on any of our Raging Robotic teams is by application and invitation only. The season runs from August through March. **Our 8 teams have been selected for the 2023-2024 season.**
Trout in the Classroom – TIC is a conservation program in which students will be raising rainbow trout, and releasing them into their natural habitat in the Spring. They will feed the trout and perform chemical tests and periodic cleanings of the trout habitat throughout the school year.
Program Sponsors
Ms. Sheree Stewart
Ms. Lisa Hammond
Club Meetings
During the school day
Who Can Join?
8th Graders only - deadline to join for the 2023-2024 school year has passed
YCI – All YCI clubs are student-led and adult supported. Students organize, plan, lead and execute club meetings & activities. Parents, administrators, teachers, local pastors & adult mentors support students & help provide an organizational framework for each school club.
Club Sponsors
Mr. Michael Timerson
Ms. Keisha Mister
Club Meetings
Every Friday 8:00am – 8:35am
Who Can Join?
Open to all students at Hickory Ridge Middle School
YCI – Our leaders are energetic, interactive, and create fun environments designed to equip students to evangelize and to disciple their peers.
Club Sponsors
Mr. Michael Timerson
Ms. Keisha Mister
Club Meetings
Every Monday 8:00am – 8:35am
Who Can Join?
Applications in January open to 6th grade students, after attending YCI in the Fall. Returning and new leaders apply in August, 7th -8th grade only.
Scrapbook Club – Do you love photography, arts and crafts, or scrapbooking? Join us at the Hickory Ridge Middle Scrapbook Club! Open to all students in grades 6-8, our club is the perfect place to learn new skills and make new friends. Together, we'll create beautiful scrapbooks from your photos!
Club Sponsors
Dr. Candace Gray
Ms. Katherine Hooks
Ms. Kimberly Ifill
Club Meetings
Every 2nd Thursday of the Month 4:00pm – 6:00pm
Who Can Join?
Open to all students at Hickory Ridge Middle School
Supply List
Each student is responsible for bringing their own supplies. We will also have a few shared supplies.