DHS Extracurricular Activities

Club Name	Sponsor	Fees
Art Explorers	Mrs. Brenda Hansbrough	none
Business Professionals of America	Ms. Gloria Dickerson Mrs. Nancy Austin	$15 per year
Chess Club	Mrs. Pat Twilla
Creative Writers	Mrs. Joli Ridens	$5
Drama Club	Mrs. Christine Solmon
FCCLA	Mrs. Sandra Lanier Mrs. Sherrie Sweat	$10
Future Farmers of America	Mr. Bill Newsom	$7
Future Teachers of America	Mrs. Deborah Criswell Mrs. Betty Love	$5
Geography Club	Mr. Neel Durbin	none
Math Club	Ms. Wanda Robertson	$5
Mock Trial Team
National Honor Society	Ms. Deborah Gatlin	$3
PEP Club	Mrs. Christi Allen Mrs. Cindy Jones	$4
Peer Mediation
Spanish Club	Mrs. Lori Finley
Student Council	Mrs. Nancy Medling Mrs. Lori Finley
Tennessee Tomorrow	Mr. Tom Mathis
Volunteers	Mrs. Penny Switzers

Descriptions:

Art Explorers: Art students, past and present, are encouraged to be a part of Art Explorers. They sponsor a major art show each spring as well as display their posters, signs, and works of art in various places  around the shcool and community. an annual field trip is planned.

Business Professionals of America: This organization is associated with the business and information technology classes. the primary goal of the club is to help members develop leadership skills through numerous school and community service projects. Members participate in a number of competitive events thoughout the school year. Guest speakers, homeroom meetings, and other scoial events are also an important function of the club. 

Chess Club: any student who plays or ants to learn to play chess is welcome. The club will meet periodically after school and will compete against other schools from time to time.

Creative Writers: Creative Writers is open to all students who enjoy writing. Members create stories, poems, or essays and share their creations with other club members. Students also have a chance to enter several writing competitions throughout the year.

Drama Club: Most drama productions are open to all DHS students, not just those in drama classes. Auditions are held for cast members, then applications are taken for crew members. Studens are involved in all aspects of the show including directing, producing, lighting, sound stage management, costumes, curtains, make-up, hair, and publicity..

FCCLA: FCCLA is part of every Family and Consumer Science class, therefore, participation is required. The organization is student run with many opportunities for leadersip development, personal and group successes through community involvement, contest work and recognition. Topics and concerns to work with are student-chosen. Opportuities to attend camp, leadership meeting, and contests ae open to all dues paying members. You do not have to be in a FACS class to join.

Future Farmers of America: Participation in FFA is required for all agriculture students. A one-week state-funded camp is available each summer. The goal is to develop leadership skills, respect, and appreciation for agriculture related activities. Students have numberous opportunities to enter contests and win awards and prize money. The annual FFA Banquet is a treat for everyone.
 

Future Teachers of America: FTA is designed for students who are interested in a career in education and is open to all students. Club members perticipate in National Education Week and are involved in assisting with other projects for the Dyersburg Education Association. Students also participate in Read Across America and the Education Extravaganza. In addition, job shadowing and other opportunities to get involved in the classroom are available..

Geography Club: Its purpose is to enhance appreciation of our local surroundings as well as regional, national, and world geography. The club is open to sophomores who have had geography and any junior or senior. The members try to take several one-day trips during the year, usually on Saturday.

Math Club: Members must have taken Algebra I and Geometry and maintain a "B" average oveerall. the club pays for members' entrance fees into the DSCC Math Contest. The $5 dues will pay a student's membership into Mu Alpha Theta.

Mock Trial Team: The Mock Trial Team consists of juniors & seniors who assume the roles of lawyers and witnesses in court cases and ocmptet against each other and alos against students from other schools in district, regional, and state contests. Candidates are selected on the basis of interest, standardized test scores, and teacher recommendation. Tryouts are then held for final selectionof team members. participants must be able to practice at night and after school.

National Honor Society: NHS is an organization which stresses scholarship, leadership, and character. The GPA requirement for membership is 93% overall. All sophomore, junior, and senior students meeting that requirement re invited to apply for membership. A faculty advisory committee makes the final selection with a formal induction ceremeony to follow. All members are expected to work on group and individual projects, one of which is sponsoring the Speical Olympics.

PEP Club: This club is open to any student. Its purpose is to support our athlets and build school spirit. officers must be upper-classmen. Major activitis include making favors for athletes, making game and spirit signs, and decorating for athletic banquets.

Peer Mediation: Dyersburg High School has made available a peer mediation program for all students. Peer mediation gives two disputing students a chance to resolve their conflict with the help of two student peer mediators, instead of having to go to the principal's office. The Peer mediators are trained on topics designed to help get the disputants speaking in a problem-solving mode. After the mediators help the disputants work through their dispute and actually come to an agrement, a contract is signed to seal the agreement.

Spanish Club: Its purpose is to use the Spanish language and explore customs of the Spanish-speaking worls. The club is open to students who are taking or have taken Spanish. Activities include: coat drive, food and toys for the needy, and guest speakers. Foreign exchange students are honorary members.

Student Council: The job of the Student council is to serve as a liaison between students and the school administration. Talk with them. Work with them. Elections are held each May to decide officers and 10th, 11th, 12th grade class representatives (10 each). Student Council meets every two weeks. Eight 9th grade class representatives are elected in September. Generally speaking, Student council is responsible for all elections, homecoming, special dances, various assemblies, and serving as tour guides during the year.

Tennessee Tomorrow: Anyone may join Tennessee Tomorrow. Its purpose is to learn more about Tennessee government. The major activity centers around "Government Days' in March of each year. Students spend four days in Nashville attending workshops and seeing government in action. The club gets together twice a year for a cookout. Other projects include participation in the Governor's literacy program and preparing food baskets at Christmas.

Volunteers: Volunteers is a service organization of young men and women whose purpose will be to learn the skills of volunteerism by helping local charity groups in the community as well as taking on a project of their own. Membership will be limited to no more than 50 students from grades 10-12. A selection committee of three will review applications, essays on being a volunteer, and teacher recommendations to narrow the membership. membership is accepted annually in the spring for the next 10-12 graders. An assessment of each member's record will be reviewed for future memberships. An orientation time with panel discussion and training for volunteers will be held early in the falll. Clubs such as Rotary, Cotillion, and Kiwanis, community groups such as dogwood Festival, heart Fund, habitat for humanity and United Way, and businesses such as the library or hospital will be contacted for opportunties of service. Students will be required to participate in a certain number of activities stressing the well-rounded view of service, fund raising, and personal fulfullment. Chairmen will be selected for ongoing activities while committees will work for one-time projects.