Below is an overview of the Clubs and Activities offered at DeLand Middle for the school year. Please reference the school calendar on the bottom right of the home page for details regarding meeting dates, times and special events.
Battle of the Books
Activity Description: Students will compete against local middle school teams in the upcoming Battle of the Books. Students will have the opportunity to read, discuss and create questions about this book and other award-winning books. Students will then compete in battles against local schools in the Battle of the Books Championships.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see calendar for details.
Location: Media Center
Sponsor(s): Ms. Beans, Ms. Fletcher, Ms. Green, Ms. Millazo
BETA CLUB
Activity Description: Beta Club is a national organization that promotes service and leadership. Membership is based on the National Beta Club Guidelines. Students must have a 3.7 GPA or higher from the previous school year to join. They must also have all level 1’s in conduct and no referrals in order to be considered for membership.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: Auditorium
Sponsor(s): Mrs. Stack
Boys Basketball
Activity Description: Any boy wanting to learn more about the game of basketball. Be respectful, able to follow directions and listen while having a positive attitude.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see calendar for details.
Location: Gym
Sponsor(s): Mr. Goddard, Mr. DiMuro
Creative Writing Club
Activity Description: Students will work collaborate to write for fun - poetry, short stories, song lyrics, scripts, momoirs, story lines, and comic story-boards.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: TBA
Sponsor(s): Mr. Akers
Cross Country
Activity Description: Cross Country running is a sport in which runners and/or teams run over natural terrrain. If intereseted in cross country or running club please see Mr. DiMuro.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see calendar for details.
Location: Gym
Sponsor(s): Mr. DiMuro, Mr. Goddard
FCA –THE FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
Activity Description: To present to students and all whom they influence, the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: Gym
Sponsor(s): Coach Calderon
FFA
Activity Description: The DeLand Middle FFA chapter strives to build in each of its members, the mission statement of the National FFA Organization: premier leadership, personal growth and career success. To achieve these goals, members participate in monthly chapter meetings, leadership conferences, career development events, and community service projects. Members have the opportunity to raise livestock and work on a traditional farm, which is located on campus. Travel to state and national conventions is also an option form members receiving recognition at these levels.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: Ag Room
Sponsor(s): Mrs. Owens
FFEA
Activity Description: The FFEA Club is a service learning student organization with a state and national support system. Students interested in pursuing a career in the educational field are welcome to join the club to learn more about the responsibilities of teaching and the path to take to become a teacher. Club members are given the opportunity to work one on one with teachers in their classrooms helping prepare and deliver lessons. Club members also will have the opportunity to assist teachers in their classrooms and help with service related projects on school campus.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: TBA
Sponsor(s): Mrs. Lopez
Girls Basketball
Activity Description: Any girl wanting to learn more about the game of basketball. Be respectful, able to follow directions and listen while having a positive attitude.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see calendar for details.
Location: Gym
Sponsor(s): Mr. Dalia, Mr. Mercier
Pep Squad
Activity Description: The purpose of the Pep Squad is to promote team spirit and exemplify sportsmanship to create enthusiasm for team sports and DeLand Middle School. The squad will perform at basketball games, participate in school and community activities, and possibly perform on a competitive level.
Meeting Dates & Times: Tuesday and Thursdays after school, please see the school calendar for additional details.
Location: Gym
Sponsor(s): Ms. Horne
Rising Sisters
Activity Description: Rising sisters will focus on academic and social issues through group activities, progress reports and journal writing. Every other month a female quest speaker will discuss her occupation and the multitude of opportunities that lie ahead. The goal is to have the students volunteer at a retirement home, dine-out using proper etiquette, tour local university, and participate in school and school activities.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: TBA
Sponsor(s): Ms. Horne
SGA – Student Government Association
Activity Description: Student Government is a service organization that incorporates leadership skills and community service. As leaders the students are expected to maintain a B average and earn all 1’s in conduct. The students are responsible for various fundraisers to enhance the DMS environment and to assist at school events.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: 1510
Sponsor: Ms. Kozol
Science Olympiad
Activity Description: Science Olympiad is a nationally recognized as an academic science competition. Our school team will prepare for a regional competition at Embry Riddle University in January. This year to be competitive we are registering two teams, each with 15-17 members. The registration fee is $30.00 per student with scholarships available. Students expressing interest need to request further information from their science teacher or see Mrs. French and Mr. Stephenson.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: TBA
Sponsor(s): Mr. DiMuro
Yearbook Club
Activity Description: Students will work collaborate through design, writing, marketing and photography teams to produce the school's yearbook.
Meeting Dates & Times: Please see school calendar for details.
Location: 1601
Sponsor(s): Ms. Stack
