2025-2026 Herbert Hoover Clubs & Activities

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1	2025-2026 HERBERT HOOVER CLUBS & ACTIVTIES
2	*Late Buses will begin - Wednesday, October 8
3	Club	Club Description	Advisor	Start Date	Meeting Day(s)	Time	Room

4	6th Grade Band	Weekly rehearsal for all 6th Grade Band Members. Meetings will be held Wednesdays at 7:30 AM.	Mr. Cunningham	October 1	Wednesday	7:30 AM	113
5	6th Grade Chorus	The 6th Grade Chorus is rehearsal time for students who are enrolled in the Chorus classes at HHMS. Morning rehearsals are a combination of all Chorus classes to rehearse as a large group. The group meets on select Wednesdays before school at 7:35 AM.	Mr. Conley	October 1	Wednesday	7:35 AM	111
6	6th Grade Orchestra	The 6th Grade Orchestra is rehearsal time for students who are enrolled in the Orchestra Classes at HHMS. The group meets on select Tuesdays before school (7:30AM). Ms. Maliszewski will provide a specific schedule in class.	Ms. Maliszewski	October 14	Tuesday	7:30 AM	Cafeteria
7	7th & 8th Grade Band	Weekly rehearsal for all 7th & 8th Grade band members. Meetings will be held Thursdays at 7:30 AM	Mr. Cunningham	September 25	Thursday	7:30 AM	113
8	7th & 8th Grade Chorus	The 7th and 8th Grade Chorus is rehearsal time for students who are enrolled in the Chorus classes at HHMS. The rehearsals before school combine all 7th and 8th grade classes that meet regulary during the day to rehearse as a large group and prepare for the Winter and Spring Concerts, along with the High Note Music Festival and additional performances with EHS and the elementary schools.	Mr. Conley	September 18	Thursday	7:35 AM	111
9	7th & 8th Grade Orchestra	The 7th/8th Grade Orchestra is rehearsal time for students who are enrolled in the Orchestra Classes at HHMS. The group meets Thursdays before school (7:30AM). Ms. Maliszewski will provide a specific schedule in class.	Ms. Maliszewski	October 9	Thursday	7:30 AM	Cafeteria
10	Jazz Ensemble	The Jazz Ensemble is a select group which performs music in Jazz, Rock & Latin styles. In addition to this group being open to musicians who play a Band instrument, the Jazz Ensemble also includes piano, guitar and bass players. Meetings will be held Tuesdays at 7:30 AM.	Mr. Cunningham	September 30	Tuesday	7:30 AM	113
11	Select Chorus	Select Chorus is an auditioned group of 6th, 7th, and 8th Graders who are interested in performing more challenging repertoire and working to prepare themselves for the high school performing groups.	Mr. Conley	September 16	Tuesday	7:35 AM	111
12	Chamber Orchestra	The HHMS Chamber Orchestra is an auditioned group of students interested in performing challenging music. The HHMS Chamber Orchestra meets once a week on Wednesday mornings before school (7:30AM). Auditions are held within the first two weeks of the school year. A schedule of rehearsals will be provided by Ms. Maliszewski.	Ms. Maliszewski	October 15	Wednesday	7:30 AM	Cafeteria
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14	Battle of the Books	"Love to read? Join Battle of the Books for lively discussions and friendly competitions. Members usually read between 1-3 books of the 10 total books used in this program and then form grade level teams of 4-6 members to ensure all 10 books are accounted for during the competition. Several copies of each book will be available for reading. The top team in each grade level will compete in a District competition against the other Edison Middle Schools. This is a “low pressure” competition. Teams discuss the question before answering, and take turns answering questions. No buzzers. Boost your reading confidence by joining Battle of the Books! Meets: Thursdays at 3:00 PM in the Library	Ms. McAvoy	October 16	Thursday	3:00 PM	Library/229
15	Book Club	If you love getting lost in a great book and feel that you do not know what to read next, this club is calling your name! There are so many wonderful books out there and so little time in the day, so why not make it a point to get together each week with your friends, classmates, and a great book. We will have opportunities to read together, discuss characters and plot, and decide what to read next. It will be the perfect, calm start to your day. The Book Club is open to all grade levels, so be sure to stop by Room 214 if you are interested!	Ms. Mirabella	October 15	Wednesday	7:35 AM	214
16	Blockbuster Brains Trivia Club	For those students who enjoy trivia (music, movies, superhero, books, pop culture, and history). Students will have a chance to play online trivia games as well as create their own trivia to be shared with classmates and the entire school using various digital platforms.	Mr. Shapiro	November 5	Wednesday	3:10 PM	208
17	Clothesline Club	Organize clothes for our students to come shop and take home.	Ms. Castelo & Ms. Martinez	October 9	Thursday	3:08 PM	219
18	Environmental/Courtyard Club	"Diversity in school activities is an asset to the student population. An Environmental Club not only promotes an atmosphere of conservation and appreciation of the natural world within a classroom of students, however, the efforts of the club has the intentional focus to influence the entire school. The Environmental Club is designed for those students who have an appreciation for the natural environment and a genuine concern for our world. Within the classroom students will practice their concern for the environment as they design habitats with ideal growth requirements for a variety of plants and animals. The courtyard is maintained throughout the year as a sanctuary of nature within the brick halls of knowledge. Students will act as real scientists and naturalists as they perform the following: - Designing and implementing strategies for a GREEN SCHOOL - Designing and maintaining a courtyard sanctuary - Beautification and restoration of our own school grounds - Recycling paper and aluminum products throughout the school - Designing habitats within the classroom setting - Understanding ideal growth requirements for plants/ animals - Documenting behavior/ growth of plants and animals in tested situations - Aquaponics - Plant reproduction - Breeding fish - And much more… Student/ Teacher Awareness Committee Design posters, bulletin boards, fliers, hallway decor, research current topics in the environment, design promotional solutions… Outdoor Hoover Committee Maintain courtyard, create a nature walk, clean and green the Hoover grounds, new plantings and ideas for courtyard… Recycling Committee Develop new ways to promote recycling, collect and organize composting from the building, create “green” solutions, etc… Classroom Care Committee Care for plants and animals within a classroom setting, maintain and clean habitats, develop breeding strategies, and more… The Environmental Club is a great service to the school as well as an outlet for students who have a passion for the natural world. "	Mr. Lothian	October 8	Wednesday	7:40 AM	216
19	Fashion Club	The Fashion Club is a student-focused organization open to ALL students and designed to explore and celebrate the diverse world of fashion through the study of the origin of fashion designs, creative projects, and career exploration. The Fashion Club fosters a safe and open community for members to express their individuality and develop their passion for all aspects of the fashion industry, from design and styling to marketing and sustainability.	Ms. Chomko	October 23	Thursday	3:08 PM	223
20	FCCLA	*By Invitation Only	Ms. DeFrancesco	October 15	Wednesday	3:05 PM	105
21	Get Your Game On	"Do you like to play games? Join our Club! ""Get Your Game On"" is a club open to all students who love card games, board games, online games, or any other type of gaming. Join us for a fun opportunity to game with old and new friends. Meets: Thursdays at 7:30 AM in the Library	Ms. McAvoy	October 16	Thursday	7:30 AM	Library/229
22	Library Council	"Library Council members will create contests and theme displays to promote student involvement in the library. Their efforts also contribute to the efficient operation of the circulation of library materials by pulling, checking in, and shelving books. Open to any HHMS students. Meets: Wednesdays at 7:30 AM in the Library	Ms. McAvoy	October 8	Wednesday	7:30 AM	Library/229
23	Math HW & Help Club	Math HW & Help Club will meet every Thursday in Room 204. Come with your work that you are struggling with or simply want some extra practice with. We can work together or you can work with other students to accomplish it. We can even go over assessments that you have taken so we can review it and ensure you have mastered the material on it!	Ms. Coppola	October 9	Thursday	3:05 PM	204
24	National Junior Art Honor Society	The National Junior Art Honor Society (NJAHS) is a national organization that recognizes middle and junior high school students (grades 6-8) for their talent, scholarship, and service in the visual arts. We will meet after school at 3:05PM. We will continue the mural projects that we began last year and look forward to celebrating art and our community. Please join our Google Classroom Code: mxpj5fw	Ms. Dressel	October 16	Thursday	3:05 PM	Art/108
25	The Nest Pantry (Formerly known as the Hive Pantry)	The Nest Pantry, formerly known as the Hive Pantry, is a club dedicated to supporting families in our community who are facing food insecurity. Members work together to plan food drives and develop new ways to collect donations to keep our pantry stocked and ready to help those in need.	Ms. DeFrancesco	October 30	Thursday	3:05 PM	105
26	Newspaper Club	The newspaper club discusses current events and topics from our school and local community as well as issues going on in the public eye. This is the perfect club for students who like to write and edit all types of articles.	Ms. Redmond	September 29	Monday	7:40 AM	109
27	Odyssey of the Mind	Odyssey of the Mind™ promotes creativity, problem solving, teamwork, and more. It is a creative problem-solving competition that gives kids the confidence to think for themselves and to create solutions to any challenge. Independent study, original ideas, and critical thinking skills are rewarded over getting the “one right answer” thanks to our unique open-ended problems that are backed by educators and experts in STE(A)M fields. Performance, art & cultural studies are also incorporated, creating a well-rounded program that has impacted lives for over 40 years. OM benefits all types of students as they learn to think beyond the box!	Mrs. Wilsky	October 28	Tuesday	7:45 AM	121
28	Photography Club	Photography Club is a place to learn and practice the basics of photography, composition, and lighting. No prior experience is necessary, and students should NOT bring their own cameras, as we will have cameras provided for us.	Mr. Totaro	October 8	Wednesday	3:00 PM	206
29	Poetry Society	"In the HHMS Poetry Society, we read, write, and talk about multiple forms of poetry. We share our own original poems, read poems written by famous authors, and discuss strategies professional poets have used. The Poetry Society aims to foster creative thinking, contribute to our school community, and publish the HHMS poetry magazine: ""The Buzzing Broadcast""! Whether you love poetry or just want to give it a try, come join our club!	Mr. Beaton	October 16	Thursday	3:10 PM	217
30	Sketch Club	"Sketch Club will meet once a month per grade level, on Monday Mornings at 7:35 AM to accomadate all students interested in joining. Bring your sketchbook and pencil pouch! We will work on our own drawings and ideas together and have time to share. Let's make friends who share interest in drawing and creating. Please meet at the student entry door. Please join our Google Classroom code: jt324oj"	Ms. Dressel	October 13	Monday	7:35 AM	108
31	Ski Club	Hit the slopes with the Ski Club! All skiers/snowboarders welcome, no experience necessary! Don’t miss this chance to learn, have fun, and make new friends on the mountain! Members are responsible for payment for the bus and ski tickets.	Mr. Greenberg & Mr. Minning	January 8	Thursday	2:45	Shawnee Mountain
32	STEM Club	HHMS STEM Club is a club that encourages students to build and construct things, and think about how systems function and interact with each other. We will be doing build projects, 3D Design, and Lego Robotics.	Mr. Gwiazda	October 9	Thursday	3:00 PM	117
33	Strategic Readers Club	The Strategic Readers Club is designed to help students strengthen their reading skills and grow a love for books. Each week, students will learn and practice a new reading strategy—like predicting, visualizing, questioning, and summarizing—that will make them more confident and successful readers. Through fun activities, engaging texts, and group discussions, members will build skills they can use both in class and in their independent reading. All students are welcome, whether you already love reading or want to feel more confident with it!	Mrs. Tanvir	October 9	Thursday	3:00 PM	119
34	Student Council (All Grade Levels)	Student Council is a unique, collaborative group of students who care about our Hoover Community and want to have an important leadership role in our school.	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD	TBD
35	Weight Lifting Club (Afternoon)	Through involvement in this club, student-athletes will learn the basics of human movement, sport-specific exercise, correct form for several key lifts, and how to be knowledgeable, confident, and considerate gym-goers. Please know that while weight training intrinsically carries a certain amount of risk, our program stresses safety and proper form above all else. The heaviest weight that any member will be given permission to lift is 100 lbs. After members have mastered the basics of weightlifting form, our program will progress into more sport-specific exercises designed first by me and later by them.	Mr. Marshall	October 8	Wednesday	3:15 PM	Fitness Center
36	Weight Lifting Club (Morning)	Helping students grow and develop physically through exercise and strength training.	Mr. Belfiore	September 19	Friday	7:30 AM	Fitness Center
37	WOW - Work on Wednesday - Club (formerly known as Mindfulness Club)	The WOW (Work on Wednesday) Club will be a quiet place to work on your assignments before school, study for classroom assessments, and an overall quiet space for you.	Mr. Tchorz	October 1	Wednesday	7:40 AM	221
38	Wrestling Club	"This program is meant to give those who are new to the sport an opportunity to see if wrestling is for them and to give scholars familiar with the sport a place to get more practice prior to the season beginning. Our club is separate from the school wrestling team and will not compete against other schools. Through involvement in this club, student-athletes will learn the basics of wrestling technique, build strength and endurance, and become more confident athletes. Please know that while wrestling, and all martial arts, intrinsically carry a certain amount of risk, our program stresses safety and proper form above all else. After members have mastered the basics of the sport, our program will progress into more advanced drills, exercises, and eventually, live matches."	Mr. Marshall	October 9	Thursday	3:15 PM	Old Gym
39	Yearbook	Whether you’re a budding photographer, a graphic design enthusiast, or a writer with a knack for capturing stories, there’s a place for you here. Together, we’ll weave the year’s highlights into a keepsake that will be cherished for years to come. Dive into the fun and make your mark in our school’s history! Responsible hardworking students? This is for you! "Yearbook Club – Student Responsibilities As a member of the Yearbook Club, you play an important role in creating a lasting memory for our school community. To make sure the yearbook is successful, you are expected to: 1. Be an Independent Worker * Take initiative and stay on task without needing constant reminders. * Manage your responsibilities and meet deadlines. * Stay organized when working on assignments, photos, or layouts. 2. Attend Meetings (Mostly Online) * Most meetings will take place on Google Meet. You must be prepared to log in on time, participate, and communicate respectfully. * Use meeting time to collaborate, share updates, and ask questions. * If you miss a meeting, it is your responsibility to catch up. 3. Help on Picture Day * Assist teachers, students, and photographers in keeping picture day organized and running smoothly. * Provide directions, keep lines moving, and help gather students as needed. * Represent the Yearbook Club with responsibility and a positive attitude. "	Ms. Gorman	September 30	Tuesday	Google Meet (AM)	---
40	Yoga & Mindfulness	Yoga & Mindfulness Club is a place to let go of your tension and connect with your breath through gentle movement and mindful activities. You may bring your own yoga mat or borrow one from us. No experience necessary. Everyone is welcome!	Ms. Haggard	October 8	Wednesday	3:05 PM	119
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