Clubs and Organizations

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Thompson

Dues:  $10.00

Location:  100A

Art Club is for students who love to learn about or create art. It is open to all students interested in art.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Mancuso

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  238B

The Adventurers Club is for students interested in playing tabletop role-playing games (RPGs).   We like the creative experience of telling stories, building worlds, having discussions, and having fun together.  Come join us for the Adventurers Club.  All are welcome in this club.  You are not required to bring anything to the meeting, but you are welcome to bring your own gaming and/or snacking supplies. Adventurer's Club meets on Club Days and Afterschool on Wednesdays from 3:10-4:30.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Green/General Education Advisor - Ms. Wynn/Support Advisor - Ms. Deal 

Dues:  $15.00

Location:  139A

Best Buddies is a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).  High school members will form meaningful friendships with Special Olympic athletes, help train athletes, and volunteer with Special Olympic events.  All students are invited to join.  Students must submit Georgia Special Olympics applications as well as Best Buddies International applications.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Cantrell/Mrs. Rymer

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  Counselor's Conference Room

FCHS would like to move to Break the Silence (BTS) and end the stigma surrounding mental health. BTS has two overall goals. The first goal is to educate high school students about mental health. The second goal is supporting students in finding creative ways to convey this knowledge to their peers in order to reduce stigma, raise awareness, encourage help-seeking when needed, and ultimately help to promote the early detection of mental illness. The club will participate in activities that will spread mental health awareness on campus. 

Sponsor(s):  Coach Breeden/Mrs. Conklin

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  New Gym

Fellowship of Christian Athletes welcomes everyone. You do not have to be a student athlete. Leadership meets weekly.

Sponsor(s):  Mr. Ramirez

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  111E

Fishing Club members learn casting skills, local lake info, techniques, and fellowship. Fishing trips to local ponds/lakes/rivers may be offered to qualified students. GHSA Tournament Bass Fishing is available to qualified students; they must have access to a boat, a boat captain (adult), and gear that meets safety and insurance requirements.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Stinnett

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  116E

The purpose of the GOP Republican Club is to coordinate and unify conservative students who share core values and beliefs, to support the Republican Party and its members in Fannin County, to manage and engage in other activities to further the cause of the Republican Party to teach others the meaning behind the Party. 

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Franklin

Dues:  $10.00

Location:  114BW

Key Club is a helping club!  If you have a heart for helping others, join and accumulate service hours by doing projects, going on field trips, attending conferences, and events.  You CAN be in Key Club in addition to other clubs!

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Thompson

Dues:  $15.00

Location:  100A

The National Art Honor Society is for students who love to learn about or create art. It is an honor society, so students must be chosen and inducted. Students have to take art once each year and must maintain an “A” average in art and a “B” or higher overall average to be invited to join.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Evans/Mrs. Davis

Dues:  $40.00 (one-time fee)

Location:  124NG

The National Honor Society is the nation's premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character (membership is based on these areas and is by invitation only).

Sponsor(s):  Coach Pass

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  109AFH

SADD has grown to become the nation's dominant peer-to-peer youth prevention organization with thousands of chapters in high schools. With its expanded focus, SADD now highlights prevention of all destructive behaviors and attitudes that are harmful to young people, including underage drinking, substance abuse, impaired driving, violence, and suicide. SADD's unique approach involves young people delivering education and prevention messages to their peers through school and community-wide activities and campaigns responsive to the needs of their particular locations.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Walker/Ms. Zell

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  124A

Sources of Strength is a group of students who strive to promote positive mental health and prevent suicide.  The mission of Sources of Strength is to prevent suicide by increasing help-seeking behaviors and promoting connections between peers and caring adults.  Sources of Strength is a best practice youth suicide prevention project designed to empower students to help their peers realize that when times get hard, they have strengths to rely on.

Sponsor:  Mrs. Johnson

Dues: $20.00

Location: 115E

The SHH recognizes high achievement in Spanish by students of secondary schools and promotes continuity of interest in Hispanic studies. Students must meet certain criteria in order to be invited to join, such as taking Spanish 3 at FCHS and maintaining a 93% average in all Spanish courses, among other measures.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Johnson

Dues:  $15.00

Location:  115E

The Spanish Club is for students interested in developing and enhancing their Spanish language skills. Students participate in cultural learning activities and fundraisers.  Students need to be enrolled in a Spanish class or have an interest in learning more about the Spanish language and culture. 

Sponsor(s):  Ms. Young

Dues:  $35.00

Location:  346PAC

The Thespians/Drama Club is for all students interested in any aspect of Theatre.  Thespians also meet with the Drama club. (Thespian membership is merit/work-based, after earning 10+ points in Performing Arts.) 

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Howard/Ms. Lindsey

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  107A

The Academic Team is for students interested in competing academically against other schools in a trivia-style competition. The season is September - April with matches on Mondays.  Practices are during FLEX, and meets are either after school or on Saturdays.

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Evans

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  124NGA

Mock Trial Team is for students interested in law and drama, along with being quick thinkers. Students portray the roles of a court case. Practices held after school. The season starts in September with competitions held in January, but may continue into March (depending on tournament results).

Sponsor(s):  Mrs. Martin

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  Media Center

Tome Society provides avid readers with a chance to participate in a reading competition.  Members read and become experts on 20 Tome Society chosen books.  Members participate in online assessments throughout the year to acquire points for the team. The highest-ranked teams will then compete at TomeCon in March.

Advisor(s):  Mrs. Stone

Dues:  $20.00

Location:  106BW

Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is the Career Technical Student Organization with family as its central focus. FCCLA has a place for everyone with opportunities for all career interests. FCCLA promotes student leadership and growth through Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Students participate in community and state events and can compete on the regional, state, and national levels.

Advisor(s):  Mrs. Gibbs

Dues:  $20.00

Location:  102D

HOSA is for any student interested in a future healthcare career.  HOSA is 100% healthcare; all community service, conferences, and competitions are healthcare-related.  HOSA is for your future: college applications, scholarships, resumes, and experience!

Advisor(s):  Mrs. Adams

Dues:  $40.00

Location:  122BW

National Technical Honor Society honors the achievements of top CTE students, provides scholarships to encourage the pursuit of higher education, and cultivates excellence in today’s competitive, skilled workforce. CTAE students must meet certain criteria to be invited to join.

Advisor(s):  Mr. Flowers/Coach Chastain

Dues:  $20.00

Location:  121D

Skills USA provides experiences in leadership, teamwork, citizenship, and character development. Emphasis is placed on high ethical standards, superior work skills, lifelong learning, and pride. Students can compete in over 100 leadership and skills competitions on the regional, state, and national levels.

Advisor(s):  Mr. Davis/Ms. Mathews

Dues:  $0.00

Location:  Cafeteria

FFA is for all students enrolled in an agricultural education class during the school year. Students are automatically members of the Local, State, and National FFA Associations. FFA members participate in community service projects, fundraisers, recreational activities, competitions, conferences, and conventions on all levels.

Advisor(s):  Mr. Dilbeck

Dues:  $20.00

Location:  116D

The Technology Students Association motto is “Learning to Lead in a Technical World.” If you would like to be a DJ on Rebel Radio, broadcast live video, do play-by-play commentary for football/basketball games, race an electric car, or join the high-tech world of robotics & 3D printing, then TSA is for you. Annual trips made to the State Fair, Athens, & Jekyll Island.