Clubs
If you want to join or have any questions about a club please contact the sponsor listed below.
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Club Name |
Description |
Sponsor(s) |
Meeting Info |
Membership Requirements |
Cost |
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6th Grade Character Council |
The 6th Grade Character Council is a compassionate and service-oriented club dedicated to supporting refugees and making a positive impact in our community. Through reading the novel Refugee by Alan Gratz, students gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by displaced individuals worldwide. Inspired by the stories in the book, club members actively participate in organizing and collecting essential items for donation drives, benefiting the New American Pathways organization. By combining literature with community service, the council fosters empathy, awareness, and leadership skills, empowering students to become active and caring members of society. |
Assorted Thursdays as needed during Compass |
Applications available through Social Studies teachers beginning mid-September. |
None |
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7th Grade Character Council |
The 7th grade character council will help lead the 7th grade class in service-learning. They will participate in visiting elementary schools to educate and read to 4th and 5th graders, communicate with business partners, help fundraise to repair wells in South Sudan through our nonprofit partner Water is Basic, and organize the 4th annual WBMS Walk for Water. |
Fridays 7:55-8:25 AM |
Interested members: complete this application due by 9/13. |
$30 membership fee (covers t-shirt, registration for the Walk, and supplies) |
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8th Grade Character Council |
8th Character Council will lead our 8th Grade Student body in the 4 steps of service-learning: learn, act, reflect, and celebrate. We will meet once a month to help develop their leadership and communication skills. Each quarter character council members will present/ connect opportunities for 8th graders to serve our community. They will prepare the 8th Grade for the Day of Service and will act as ambassadors when communicating and assisting our community partners. |
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2nd Thursday of each month during Compass |
Application Process: Sept 9th-20th
https://forms.office.com/r/rCg9kGEBpuo
Selections will be announced on September 24th. |
None |
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Academic Team |
Students use a buzzer system to answer trivia questions from all subject areas. |
Fridays 8:00-8:30 |
To be eligible to participate on this competition team, you must complete the Trial Request form by 4 pm on Friday, September 20th. Students with qualifying scores will be notified of their eligibility to join the team. Contact Mr. Bernhardt with any questions. |
$65 (if selected for team). |
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Advanced Chamber Orchestra |
The Advanced Chamber Orchestra is the highest-level orchestra at WBMS. We rehearse once per week and play several performances throughout the year at WBMS and other venues when invited. |
Mondays 4:15-5:10 in 201 |
Selection is by audition. Students must be enrolled in a WBMS Music Program and in OrchestraD if they play a string instrument. |
No cost beyond the Orchestra Activity fee
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American Sign Language Club - Flying Hands
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Students will learn ASL vocabulary, Deaf Culture, and participate in fun activities using American Sign Language. Watch fun videos.
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3rd Tuesday of each month from 4:15 to 4:55 PM.
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Sign up here or contact Ms. Gelb
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$20.00 American Sign Language Club (osmsinc.com)
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Art Club |
For students who enjoy making art and crafting. Any student may join; they do not have to be enrolled in art class. We do small art projects, help with creative endeavors around the building, and learn new art skills together. |
1st Tuesday of each month during Compass |
Any student interested should come to the first meeting to sign up. |
$15 |
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Black History Club |
The purpose of the Black History Club is to encourage the study of Black History, to acknowledge and learn about the achievements and contributions of Black people in America, to learn about the unique cultural traditions of the Black culture, to promote positive self-images, to encourage academic success, and to encourage outstanding behavior. Additionally, the Black History Club will work to promote cultural awareness by planning activities that celebrate Black History Month during the month of February. |
4th Tuesday of each month during Compass. First meeting will be September 24th. There will be an occasional afternoon meeting that will be announced in advance. Meet in room 815. |
All students are welcome to attend. |
No Fee for monthly meetings. *Fees for possible fieldtrips, special events, or t-shirts TBD |
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Chess Club |
Play chess. Learn chess. Improve your chess skills. |
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Tuesdays from 4:05-5:00 pm in the Cafeteria |
Contact Mr. Cooke |
Last day to join is 10/29/2024! |
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Chinese Club |
We will learn traditional Chinese culture through fun activities, such as cooking, folding origami, writing calligraphy, playing Ping Pong, badminton, Chinese Yoyo, Chinese checkers, and Majiang, and practicing Tai Chi together. |
1st Friday each month from 4:15-5:30. Meet in room 904. We will hold additional meeting to celebrate Chinese holidays. |
Open to all interested students. |
$20— |
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Corgi Club |
The purpose of our club is to educate people who have dogs or are planning to have dogs on how to take care of them and train them. Education and information is our top priority, along with social events to showcase dogs. (In photos, or if we can, in real life.) |
1st and 3rd Fridays each month from 4:15-5:00 in Ms. Beam’s room. |
Open to all interested students. |
N/A |
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Debate Club |
Students will work with a debate partner to research our debate topic and write debate speeches in order to debate other middle schools at our tournaments. We will work on our research and speeches during practice, but this club does require that students work outside of the school day and practice time to prepare for tournaments. We compete in the Atlanta Urban Debate League. Tournaments are located throughout the Atlanta Metro area. |
Wednesdays from 4:15-5:30 in the Media Center |
Membership is capped at 36 new members this year. Potential new members will need to take an entrance exam. Contact Ms. Taylor for details. |
Students selected for membership to Debate Club will receive an acceptance letter to the club. Please, DO NOT pay the club fee without an acceptance letter. Students will receive letter between September 13th.-23rd $100
Payment Link-Debate |
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Engineering Club |
Students will be involved in different construction projects using a variety of tools. Students will also learn how to solder and 3D print. |
Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:45 am. |
Open to 8th grade students only. Contact Mr. Shepherd for application information. |
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Faith and Fun Club |
Every week we gather for the Faith and Fun Club. We play fun interactive games and learn about faith. We eat delicious Dunkin’ Donuts! Every week we have a professional faith-based guest speaker. It doesn’t matter what your faith background or spiritual beliefs are; everyone is invited to come. |
Every Thursday at 8:15AM in Room 916 |
All students are invited to come any or every week that they can. If you can’t come at 8:15, come when you can! |
It is free! |
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FBLA (Future Business Leaders Of America) |
FBLA is a club that focuses on the development of business and leadership skillsets; offers multiple competitive events and opportunities that allow students to test their skills at the regional, state, and national levels. |
3rd Thursday of each month from 8:25-9:25 am in room 120. Any meeting changes will be announced on FBLA Teams page. |
Open to all interested students—contact sponsor for more information. |
$30— |
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Le Cercle Francais |
We will come together to learn about and discuss French culture. |
2nd Tuesday of each month during Compass |
French CLub Permission Form- https://forms.office.com/r/Xk6ezBEQaG |
$30— |
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Hispanic CULTURE Club |
Cultural information about Hispanic countries, includes games, food, and a presentation PowerPoint and or artifacts of their country. And a safe space for the students to speak their language. |
3rd Thursday of each month during Compass. |
Open to all interested students—contact sponsor for more information. |
$1 |
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Health Occupations Students Of America (HOSA) Club |
Members of HOSA can develop leadership and technical skills in healthcare science, that may help them become contributing members of the health care community. WBMS HOSA members may be invited to compete against other clubs at the regional or national level. |
2nd Tuesday of each month at 1615-1715, on time pickup is expected |
HOSA club membership at WBMS is open to 7th and 8th grade students only. Interested 6th grade students may be invited to attend meetings as guests later in the school year.
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$35 |
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Jaguar News Club |
Each quarter, the JNC will meet weekly to learn: script writing, news gathering, special video segments, Canva graphic designs, News Anchoring, camera knowledge, and editing know-how. |
Quarterly Membership. Meets Fridays at 8:00 am in room 408. |
Groups run each quarter. |
TBD |
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Jazz Band |
The WBMS Jazz Band is a performing ensemble within the Webb Bridge Middle School Band Program. The ensemble consists of woodwinds, brass and rhythm section. The rhythm section consists of piano, guitar, bass, vibraphone and drumset. Audition is required for membership into this ensemble. |
Thursdays at 7:45 am in Mr. Stroud's room |
Membership is open to select instruments in 7th and 8th Grade Band. Advanced 6th Grade Students may also participate in this ensemble. |
None |
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Jewish Club (WBJC) |
Hang out and have fun while learning about Jewish culture and foods. We also sponsor The Daffodil Project at WBMS. All are welcome, you do not need to be Jewish to attend. |
TBD
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Open to all interested students—contact sponsor for more information. Feel free to just show up to meetings, too! |
None |
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Jr. Beta |
The purpose of the WBMS Jr. Beta Club is to promote leadership, integrity and good citizenship at WBMS. Students are invited to join based on their worthy character, creditable achievement, and commendable attitude. The membership of this organization is made up of students in grades 6th through 8th. Part of the membership of Junior Beta Club is to complete 100 points worth of service to our school and community. Jr. Beta members also get to experience enrichment opportunities such as Field Trips that offer authentic learning opportunities.
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7th & 8th Jr. Beta - Last Thursday of every month during compass, 6th grade Jr. Beta (semester 2) last Tuesday of every month |
Open to eligible students (students will receive an invitation to join based on eligibility). Students must have an average of 93+ in the four academic subjects (Language Arts, Social Studies, Math, Science). Qualifying 6th graders will be invited following the first semester in middle school.
Join the Canvas link in your invitation email for more information.
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New Members’ dues- $70 Returning membership dues of $40 Membership includes National Beta fees, local school fee, activities and materials fee, certificate for new members and a t-shirt. Students selected for membership to will receive an emailed invitation to the club. Please, DO NOT pay the club fee without an acceptance letter. |
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Library Stream Councils |
Provide input into and support for library and makerspace activities, including book orders, programs, reading challenges, creative activities, and displays. |
Planning meetings once a month during all grade level lunches. (Other activities as needed.) |
Contact Ms. Brown Sixth grade council will start 2nd quarter. |
None |
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Math Club |
In math club, we learn problem solving strategies, try out challenging problems, do logic puzzles and brain teasers, and compete in several competitions such as Math Counts and Math Olympiad. |
Thursdays in Media Center from 8:00-8:30 In-school competitions at different times |
Open to all interested students— Interest form here |
$20— |
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Reading Club |
Reading for pleasure, options for participating in student led activities related to books, possible author visits |
Ms. Walters- 6th grade Ms. Brown-7th grade |
During each grade level lunch twice a month. |
Open to all interested students – Interest form here |
None |
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Science Olympiad |
Science Olympiad is an American team competition in which students compete in 23 events pertaining to various scientific disciplines, including earth science, biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. During our time together at WBMS, we will decide on our projects and create them! |
One morning meeting (Monday) and one afternoon (TBD). Students must attend one, can attend both. |
There is an application and "tryout" to get into this club. Interested students will take a test and do a build. We will only be taking around 12 students this year. Contact sponsor for more information. |
TBD $65-75 |
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Stock and Investment Club |
Students learn about stocks and investments and take part in the Stock Market Game competition twice a year. |
Fridays at 8:00 am in the Media Center. |
The club has reached capacity for the first semester. It is closed for this semester. |
n/a |
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Tech Club |
Embrace an exhilarating tech odyssey by becoming a part of the Tech Club. Regardless of your tech proficiency level, our club is open to everyone. Here, you'll have the chance to explore diverse tech realms, including web development, robotics, gaming, and data science, all while forging connections with like-minded tech aficionados. Dive deep into the cutting-edge technologies that are reshaping our world, such as artificial intelligence (AI), virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), blockchain, 5G, and the Internet of Things (IoT). But that's not all; our club also provides insight into the concept of the metaverse – a connected network of perpetual 3D virtual worlds teeming with opportunities for entertainment, education, and work. By becoming a part of our dynamic Tech Club community, you'll be able to share your passion for this ever-evolving field while immersing yourself in the latest and greatest tech innovations. So, seize this chance to embark on a captivating tech journey with us today, and let's shape the future together. |
The first Thursday of each month in room 815 during Compass from 8:25-9:25. |
Contact Sponsor for more Information. |
$25— Payment link coming soon |
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UNO Club |
Come play a friendly game of UNO. Enjoy getting to meet new people. |
3rd Thursday of each from 7:45-8:30 in room 126. |
No cost |
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WBMS Symphonic Orchestra Club |
This club will combine members of band, chorus, and orchestra to allow students to experience music that utilizes all three performing arts disciplines. |
Tuesdays 8:15-8:45 am Orchestra Room B |
Contact Club Sponsor for more information. |
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Web Leaders |
8th Student Leaders who help lead by example and help 6th graders transition to middle school. |
3rd Tuesday of the month during Compass |
Application based. Students complete applications the end of the 7th grade year. Students will be notified by April/early May for their participation in 8th grade. |
None |