The goal of the Academic Team is to provide a challenging opportunity for students to compete against other Hamilton County schools in the Spell Bowl and Knowledge Master events.
Meets: Students meet two times/week from September to October for Spell Bowl and January to March for Knowledge Master.
ASE is an audition-only orchestra for high level students who play string instruments.
Meets: contact Mr. Frizzi for audition information
Our after-school Chess Club is a fantastic opportunity for students to sharpen their strategic thinking while having fun with friends. We will meet right after school and play for an hour, giving everyone a chance to move around and challenge different opponents. Students are encouraged to bring their own chess boards to ensure everyone has the opportunity to play. Whether you're a seasoned player or just learning the game, Chess Club is the perfect place to develop your skills and enjoy some friendly competition.
Meets: in room 705 after Labor Day on A day Wednesdays until 4:30
This club will allow students with disabilities the benefit from positive peer relationships that lead to greater self-confidence and stronger communication skills. Staff will encourage general education students to lead the chapters and work to develop the leader within them.
Meets: monthly during Core+
Creative Writing Club is just the thing you didn't know you needed! Writing can be fun and is great to further your academics. Meet with students who love to write. Experience writing games, prompts and exercises. You do not always need to share what you write. Lots of laughs in store. Mrs. Machemer
Meets: every other Wednesday starting Sept 11, after school until 4:20 in room 214 (music hallway)
Cru is a caring community passionate about connecting people and discussing their faith. We will meet every Thursday at 7:30 a.m. in the LGI room starting September 8th. Come and join us for some fun and donuts!
Meets: every Thursday morning at 7:30 in the LGI room
The Clay Esports Team is a part of the IMSEN (Indiana Middle School Esports Network) which contains both varsity and club opportunities to compete with other member schools in the state. We offer a variety of titles (such as Super Smash Bros Ultimate or Mario Kart 8) and opportunities for students. A varsity team is available for try-on and a club level team is available for those not a part of the varsity squad. Roster spots are highly limited due to space and equipment constraints.
Meets: The day of meeting is dependent on the IEN/IMSEN season calendar and titles offered during the fall or spring seasons. After school from 3:30-5:30 in the Esports Lab located in the 7th grade hallway near room 723.
The Equality Alliance is a student-led and staff sponsored club that aims to create a safe, welcoming, and accepting environment at Clay Middle School for all youth, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Come for fun and friendship!
Call out meeting September 7 until 4:25
Meets: every other Thursday right after school until 4:25 in the LGI, listen to announcements for starting date
Join us at Clay Middle School Cercle Français, where students gather twice a month on Tuesdays after school until 4:30 to socialize and snack while exploring French language and Francophone cultures. Whether you're already enrolled in a French class or simply intrigued by the allure of French-speaking countries, all are welcome to join our community. Immerse yourself in conversations, games, and activities that foster camaraderie and a deeper appreciation for the diverse world of French-speaking nations. Venez nous rejoindre! (Come join us!)
Meets: Tuesdays after school until 4:30
The Green Team is a closed club comprised of over 150 students from the Team Atlas 7th grade team. The team takes on one major project each quarter like recycling gently used athletic shoes or collected plastic grocery bags and replacing them with reusable bags. Students learn about sustainability and zero waste living through core plus activities. The goal of the club is to spread awareness and become more environmentally responsible.
Have you ever wanted to learn how to play guitar? Then you should join Guitar 101! Open to all levels of experience. All you need is a guitar! Students will learn the basics of playing the instrument: tuning, string replacement, forming chords & chord progressions, basic song structures, etc. Some music theory will be thrown in, but the goal will be to get students playing along with their favorite songs and perhaps crafting songs of their own.
Please Note: Students will need to make transportation arrangements in the mornings on meeting days due to bus restrictions. Guitars will be dropped off & stored in room 725 when school begins.
Meets: every Monday & Wednesday in Room 725 after school until 4:25. The initial call-out meeting will be on Wednesday, September 4th, but it is open to new members throughout the year.
Library Book Club is for 8th grade students only. We read common novels, talk about our favorite books and authors, and are responsible for contributing to the library media center in a way that promotes and encourages reading.
Meets: Core+ Tuesdays in the Media Center
Math counts is a national coaching and competition program that promotes math achievement. The program challenges students to learn higher level algebra, geometry, and problem solving. The program is open to all grade levels.
Meets: practices will begin after Fall Break; watch and listen for announcements in October with more details
The musical is an all-school event held in November. All students are invited to audition or to work backstage as stage or technical crew. You must be available to attend after school rehearsal, a few Saturday rehearsals and evening rehearsals the last week before the performances.
Meets: After school
At the end of their 7th grade year, students with a cumulative GPA of 3.8 or higher are invited to apply for NJHS membership during their 8th grade year. Members meet approximately once a month during school hours and participate in school-wide service. To maintain membership, students must earn 10 hours of outside volunteer hours during the year and maintain a GPA of 3.8.
Meets: check the NJHS Canvas page for meetings
Pep Band is open to all 7th and 8th grade band students. Preparation begins in December. The pep band will play at four home boys or girls basketball games in January and February. Students will play for A games, helping cheer our Trojans to victory
Meets: TBD
The photography club is open to ALL students at Clay Middle School. The purpose is to use photography to help kids "See Life Differently." Students need to bring their own cameras/devices and are given a specific photography tip and then sent out to practice using the tips to create unique images and ultimately discovering how to "See Life Differently."
Meets: after school until 4:00 every other Wednesday during winter sports season in room 606
Ping Pong Club is a fun and active way to spend your free time playing ping pong with friends! This club is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th grade players of all skill levels, from beginners to advanced players.
Meets: Every other week on non-late start Wednesdays after school until 4:30 pm. Listen to announcements for starting dates and changes.
VEX IQ Robotics Team is a student-centered group where the students will learn how to program robots to perform specific tasks in order to compete in a Vex Robotics Competition. As this is a competitive team, students should be committed to attending meetings and plan to join by the end of September. After that, students will not be able to join the team as the build will already be in progress and the team will be preparing for the competition..
Meets: one or two times a week from September to April in the STEM room
The Speed Cubing Club is an exciting after-school program open to all students who want to improve their skills at solving Rubik's Cubes. Students will need to bring their own cubes as they learn techniques, practice solving strategies, and compete in friendly challenges to see how fast they can complete their cubes. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced cuber, the club is a fun way to develop problem-solving skills and make new friends!
Meets: in room 705 after Labor Day on A day Wednesdays until 4:30
The SRA is a group of 6th-8th grade students interested in building leadership skills. The purpose is to plan activities for each grade level and have a place where students can voice their concerns or solution to school problems. Applications for the club are available in late August.
Meets: monthly during Core+ in the LGI
6th Grade Sponsor: Greer Trapkus-Harris
7th Grade Sponsor: Evan Snyder
8th Grade Sponsor: Liz Wegner
Styles with Giles is a club open to all 8th graders in good standing who are responsible and love to use basic skills to be crafty! Participants can choose sessions monthly and must be mature enough to work with basic tools to assemble final products. Some sessions may require supplies and/or a small fee to participate.
Meets: Beginning in November, the first Thursday of each month after school until 4:25 in room 802
Open to all middle school students in Carmel, this running program encourages students to keep in shape over the summer with practices running in the evenings two days per week. For more information, visit the Clay Cross County team web page.
Meets: 6:30-7:30pm, Monday at River Road Park and Wednesday at Northview Church from mid-June until the first week of August
The Taylor Swift Club is a place for all students who want to make new friends, participate in fun activities, spread good vibes with random acts of kindness, and listen to Taylor Swift.
Meets: Every other Wednesday in room 703 until 4:20pm.
Winter Warriors is a running club that encourages students at Clay to keep in shape during the winter, even when the weather is cold and snowy. We run outside (almost) every time; minimal indoor running. The club begins in January and continues until a week before track season begins. It is recommended that students be able to run at least 1.5 miles without stopping.
Meets: Tue and Thur starting Jan 16 through Thur Feb 29. Meets after school until 5:00 in the LGI.
