School Clubs

Academic Bowl provides members with opportunities to participate in fun, timed academic competitions in a Quiz Bowl format. Students answer curriculum-based questions about art, music, computers, language arts, current events, geography, history/social studies, math, science, health, and physical education. The purpose of the club is to increase overall knowledge of various subject areas. All grade levels are welcome!

Sponsor: ​Erin Bolling

Meeting Dates/Times: Wednesdays, 8:00-8:40 AM (room A177).

Activity Fee: $50

Members of Adventure Club will seek to understand the natural world in which we live through knowledge, exploration, and experience both in the classroom and in outdoor settings.  The purpose of the club is to learn new skills, to build confidence, to participate in trail maintenance, and to have fun. Activities may include camping, hiking, canoeing, rock climbing, and an escape room.

Sponsors: Chris Feldman, Julie Cohen

Meeting Dates/Times:  Day/time varies depending on the activity scheduled.

The purpose of the HMS Chess Club is to allow students the opportunity to play chess for fun with peers in a relaxed environment. Chess Club will provide students the opportunity to sharpen current skills or to serve as an introduction to the game for new players.

All grades and levels are encouraged to attend!

Sponsor: Laura d'Almeida

Meeting Dates/Times: Tuesdays, 8:15-8:40 AM (rm. F121).

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Crochet Club is a place for creativity, craftsmanship, and collaboration! Members will explore different crochet techniques, create meaningful projects, and share ideas while developing their skills. Whether you are just beginning or already experienced, this club provides a supportive environment where all levels are welcome. Participants will also have opportunities to showcase their work and inspire others through their creations. Most importantly, Crochet Club is about enjoying the art of making and learning together.

Sponsors: Veena Ganesh

Meeting Dates/Times: 

Beginners: 1st and 3rd Fridays

Advanced Crocheters: 2nd and 4th Fridays

8:10-8:40 am (rm. F114)

Students will meet weekly to play Dungeons and Dragons.  All ability levels welcome.

Sponsor: Sarah Curtis

Meeting Dates/Time: Mondays at 8:15 am (Media Center)

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The Debate Club is a great place for students to work on their organization and debating skills. Students research this years’ topic and discuss strategy and debate skills. Practice sessions are geared toward preparing students for tournaments. Students debate one Saturday a month against other schools from the metro Atlanta area.

Sponsor: Karen Allen

Meeting Dates/Times: Mondays 4:05-5:30 pm and Thursdays 4:05-5:30 pm. Students do not need to attend all practice days. Mrs. Allen is available to work with them on these days at the student’s convenience.

Activity Fee:  $75 This cost covers all the tournaments for the year (one tournament a month)- our annual school membership fee to the Atlanta Urban Debate League, School and Individual Student membership to the National Speech and Debate Association (which is an honor society), supplies, and a team shirt.

DECA is a student-centered organization whose program of leadership and personal development is designed for students who are interested in anything related to business or marketing. All grade levels are welcome.  

Sponsor: Lori Johnson

Meeting Dates/Times:  Third Friday of the month at 8:15 am (Room C117)

Activity Fee: $20 (includes state and national DECA membership)

The National Future Farmers of America Organization (FFA) is a dynamic youth organization that changes lives and prepares members for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. FFA develops members’ potential and helps them discover their talent through hands-on experiences, which give members the tools to achieve real-world success.

Members will be learning about teambuilding and leadership. They will practice for FFA CDEs and have the opportunity to study together. They will also participate in fundraising and community service projects.

Sponsor: LaDonna Withrow

Meeting Dates/Times: FFA Calendar

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GSA (Gender-Sexuality Alliance) will be a space where students can receive support, socialize, and find community together. We will follow the lessons distributed by GLSEN for thematic months.

Sponsors: Arianna Anthony

Meeting Dates/Times:  Fridays, 8:00-8:40 (D763)

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Junior Beta Club promotes the ideals of academic achievement, character, service, and leadership. Students must have an average of 90 or higher to be invited to join the club.

Sponsor: Karen Allen 

Meeting Dates/Times: one Friday morning a month at 8:15 in the media center

Activity Fee: $50 for new members and $35 for returning members. The activity fee covers membership to the National Beta Club and a club t-shirt.

Students in this club will read the ten Georgia Award Winners named yearly. In an Academic Bowl-like atmosphere, HMS students will compete with other Fulton County middle school students to test their knowledge of the books read. This year's competition will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Westlake High School in Atlanta.

Sponsor: Michelle Lamkin

Meeting Dates/Times: Fridays 8:15 am (Media Center)

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Hopewell Middle School Student Council is a group of students that will represent the voices of the HMS student body. HMS student council members will organize community service projects, arrange school-wide special activities, and provide input on school decisions. One of the main components of HMS Student Council will be focused on one of our PRIDE words, inclusive. Part of our work as a student council will be organizing framework for ensuring HMS is an inclusive community for all.
 

The student council representatives will learn leadership and decision-making skills as well as the importance of effective communication. We are proud to have our students taking an active role in providing service and leadership to our school and community.

Sponsors: Judith Boneta

Meeting Dates/Times:  Advisement

Remember your first day of 6th grade? You probably felt mixed emotions. You wanted to know where your classes were, how to use your locker, and how much fun middle school really is. That is when our WEB Leaders swoop into action!

WEB stands for “Where Everybody Belongs." It is a student-led program that welcomes 6th graders and makes them feel comfortable throughout the first year of their middle school experience. WEB Leaders are 8th grade students that go to 6th grade classrooms to offer academic guidance and build personal relationships with the new Mustangs of Hopewell Middle School.

How do you get involved? In the Spring we will be looking for 7th grade students with BIG personalities and leadership skills who would be interested in learning more about becoming a WEB Leader next year. There will be an application process which we will post more information about closer to the date.

If you want to know more about WEB, click here.

Sponsors:  Ann McMahon, Stephanie Sosebee, Chloe Combs 

Meeting Dates/Times:  During Advisement