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Extracurricular
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Students are encouraged to participate in extracurricular activities. To learn more about a club or activity, select the name in the drop down below.
Student led clubs are initiated, created, and led by students at each individual school campus where the club is active. A student who wishes to organize a non-school sponsored, student-led club must obtain prior written consent from the school principal. These clubs are not governed by school officials, but a club monitor is present at the time of student-led club meetings held on school campuses. Parents or legal guardians must complete and sign the permission form to participate in a student-led club before their child may participate.
Visit WCS Board Policy 6.702 for detailed guidelines and rules about school-sponsored and student-led clubs, activities and organizations. Parents or legal guardians must notify an administrator in writing if the student is not permitted to become a member or participate in any activities of a club or organization. Pursuant to state law, the written communication shall be signed and dated by the parent or legal guardian.
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School Sponsored Clubs
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Art Club
The Art Club is year round and open to any 6th, 7th or 8th grade student who is interested in a variety of fun art activities. Meetings are held twice a month on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month from the end of school until 5:15. Most materials are provided; however, students may be asked to provide some materials depending on the focus of the project.
Cost: $30
Sponsor: Alli Taylor
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Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books is A Williamson County Schools district-wide Middle School competition. Eight students from GMS will earn the honor to compete in March by achieving the highest scores on our qualifying test over eight of the Volunteer State Books.
Sponsors: Susan Oldham & Ashley Loose
Cost: $0
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Drama Club
Drama club is open to all students at Grassland. In Drama Club, students learn about various aspects of theater arts, both acting on the stage as well as behind-the-scenes activities. The club meets Tuesdays after school until 4:00 P.M.
Sponsor: Jennifer Keith
Cost: $0
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Grassland Dispatch
The General Dispatch is a student-produced newsletter published periodically. To be eligible, staff must be highly organized, have exceptional writing skills, above average grades, be able to talk easily with both adults and students, and be able to work independently. Additional work will be required outside of school hours.
Sponsor: Lyric Owen
Cost: $0
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Model U.N
Model United Nations is a club that promotes public speaking, debate skills, and knowledge of other cultures. In Model UN, students step into the shoes of foreign delegations and debate resolutions that they have drafted themselves. Participants will learn about the work of the official organization and hold mock meetings. Model UN is open to all grades and meets on Fridays in the Library until 4PM.
Sponsors: Susan Oldham & Ashley Loose
Cost: $40
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National Junior Honor Society
GMS is a member of the National Junior Honor Society. The Society promotes character, scholarship, leadership, service and citizenship. Students who are members will achieve that status by completing an application for membership. Applications will be made available in the early spring to 7th graders who qualify. Students must have an “A” semester average for three consecutive semesters; membership will continue through 8th grade. The deadline to apply for the National Junior Honor Society is March 2023. An exact date will be announced soon.
Sponsors: Jennifer Keith & Anne Marie Walley
Cost: $0
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Pre-Algebra Mini Mu
All students are invited to practice for this annual math competition held in January or February. Students taking 6th grade math, 6/7 blend math, 7th grade math and 7/8 blend math will compete at the Pre-Algebra Level and practice with Mrs. Norem in room 608. Students in Algebra 1 Honors will compete at the Algebra level and practice with Ms. Phillips in room 712. Students in Geometry Honors will compete at the Geometry level and practice with Mrs. Walley in room 807. Practices are held once a week after school, starting in late September/early October for approximately an hour.
Sponsor: Patty Norem
Cost: $0
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STARS Leadership Team
The STARS Leadership Team is made up of 6th, 7th and 8th grade students. The team consists of students who want to make a difference in their school by addressing prevention issues such as bullying, drug prevention and random acts of kindness. Group members participate in educational and fun activities as well as community service learning projects.
Sponsor: Tracy Walls
Cost: $0
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Student Council
The purpose of the student council is to give students real experience in a Representative Democracy school setting. Elected representatives from each grade level conduct a fall food drive, decorate for school dances, advertise for Spirit Week, and a variety of other student activities. Elections are held in April.
Sponsor: Ellye Barwise
Cost: $0
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Swim Team
The Grassland Swim Team is a competitive club that has various meets throughout the winter. Both club swimmers (swimmers who are in an existing club like Ensworth or Excel) and new swimmers are welcome. Swim practice is on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at Ensworth High School. The season begins in late October and ends in late January. Swimmers who qualify are eligible to swim in regional finals.
Sponsor: Andrew Perry
Cost for swimmers who practice with GMS at Ensworth: $280
Cost for non-practicing swimmers: $180
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WGMS
WGMS is our very own announcement program at GMS. Any students who are interested and feel comfortable in enhancing their public speaking skills can join the staff of WGMS. Each morning the staff will air LIVE the daily announcements to all homeroom classes.
Sponsor: Russ Keller
Cost: $0
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WILCO Mountain Bike Club
Students will ride the trails in various parks around Williamson County, guided by adults and coaches. Participants must provide a bike, a helmet and transportation to and from trail locations. This club falls under the National Interscholastic Cycling Association, so that all riders are insured.
Sponsor: Melissa Lewis
Cost: $0
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Yearbook
All students are welcome to join as long as they are able to commit to attending meetings and taking pictures at events. An announcement is made during the first month of school for anyone wishing to be on the staff.
Sponsor: Ashley Loose
Cost: $0
School Sponsored Activities
Student Led Clubs
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As of January 9, 2023
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Best Buddies Club
The mission of Best Buddies is to build friendships between students with and without intellectual disabilities, offering social mentoring while improving the quality of life and level of inclusion.
The Best Buddies Club meets the last Wednesday of each month immediately after school from 2:47-3:45 starting in September.
Monthly meetings will offer students opportunities to socialize with their buddies while participating in engaging activities such as crafts, karaoke, sports, etc. Best Buddies Club members will also be invited to attend events outside of school, such as charity walks, dances and dinner.
Cost: $0
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Prism Alliance Club
The Prism Alliance Club’s purpose is to create a safe place for members of the LGBTQ+ community in the club, and hopefully the whole school. The club will strive to make GMS a more supportive place. Prism Alliance Club meets every other week.
Cost: $0
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Dungeons and Dragons Club
The purpose of the Dungeons and Dragons Club is to create a fun, stress-free place for students to play Dungeons and Dragons. This club meets in Ms. Abernathy's room once a week. Students bring their own game pieces from home.
Cost: $0
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes
FCA is a club that is open to the entire student body. It is a time for students to join together to support each other in their Christian walk.
Cost: $0
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Spring Play Production Team
The Spring Play is produced by students as much as possible. Roles include: Student Director, Stage Manager, Production Assistant, Make-up Technician, Technical, Director, etc. Students will fill out an application in October to be considered for these leadership positions. All positions are open to all grade levels. More information can be requested if interested.
Sponsor: Jennifer Keith
Cost: $25
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Spring Play
Love to act? This is the place for you! The Spring Play is held every March or April and is the culmination of months of rehearsal. Auditions are usually held in November or December with rehearsals starting in January. It is open to 6th, 7th and 8th graders. The play is student chosen. This experience is unlike many community theatres where everyone is cast in the show. We are unable to do that and students should prepare for auditions as much as possible. This is a great experience that builds friendships, confidence, and an understanding of theatre at a higher level.
Sponsor: Jennifer Keith
Cost: $25
