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Co-Curricular Activities  


Co-Curricular Activities

ADVISOR/ADVISEE

    Our Advisory/Advisee programs encompass all grade levels. Group size ranges from 17-20. There are two days of content material (lifeskills, conflict resolution, etc.), one day of reading, and two activity days. The goal of the program is for each student to know and be known very well by at least one adult in our school. Intramural sports is a very popular component in this program.
ANNUAL STAFF
    Students involved on the annual staff are responsible for assembling the JSMS Yearbook. A student representative from each school group or activity makes decisions about page layout, photographs and captions for the their assigned pages. The staff also sets yearbook content, selects fonts and borders, and the cover design. They assist with the yearbook ordering process in the fall and the distribution of annuals in the spring.

BAND

    The John Sevier Middle School Warrior Band offers a wide variety of opportunities for students who wish to play a band instrument. Each year, approximately 250 students in grades 6, 7 and 8 choose to participate in band. This constitutes about 33% of the student body.  Band students have the opportunity to play at many functions including pep rallies, football games, Christmas and Spring Concerts, and the 8th Grade Dinner Concert. Numerous individual students participate in competitive events such as the 8th Grade Solo Competition, the Solo and Ensemble Festival, and the East Tennessee Junior Clinic Band.  After 8th grade, most Sevier Band students go on to participate in the nationally-recognized, award-winning Dobyns-Bennett High School Band.

BOOKSTORE

    The JSMS bookstore is open every morning before school and is located by the Gym lobby. Our store is run by trained personnel and student volunteers.
“CHAMPS” ELEMENTARY MENTOR PROGRAM
    Our 2004-2005 school year is our tenth year for an innovative program involving pairing elementary students, identified as talented or who are thought to have great potential, with JSMS mentors. The purpose of this program is to assist in the talent or skill level of the identified elementary students at an early age. JSMS mentors are selected through faculty recommendation. Students may nominate themselves as well.
CHEERLEADERS
    Any 7/8th grade student may be a cheerleader. Cheerleading qualifications are held in the early spring of each year. A minimum skill level is required. Cheerleaders cheer for all home football and basketball games, assist in organizing pep rallies and promoting school spirit.
CHORAL ENSEMBLE
    All 7/8th students may audition for our Choral Ensemble. Our Choral Ensemble performs in numerous settings throughout the school year. The Choral Department has a rich history of excellence, four of the highlights being our Backporch Jamboree, Holiday Concert, Spring Show, and Spring Concert.
COUNSELING SERVICES
    Many times life presents challenges to which the answers are not always clear. Students at JSMS are encouraged to develop problem solving skills to assist them in working through those life challenges. Counselors are available to see students on an as needed basis. Students might be referred by a parent, teacher, administrator, or through self referral. The Counseling Center provides a safe environment for students to share their concerns.
DANCE TEAM
    Any 7/8th grade student interested in dance may try out for the JSMS Dance Team. Try-outs are held in the spring. The team performs at home football and basketball games.
DUKE TALENT SEARCH VERBAL TUTORING
    This unique opportunity is afforded to a select group of students. To be eligible, a child must score in the 95th percentile or higher on a mathematics, reading, or language subtest on the TCAP/TERRA NOVA or have a composite score of 95th percentile or higher sixth grade TCAP scores. Within this program, your child can take either the SAT or ACT. Fifty-four 7th grade students qualified for the program this past year.
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES
    The Fellowship of Christian Athletes is an association dedicated to Christian teachings. All students may participate. The FCA meets each Wednesday morning at 7:15 in the Auditorium.
FORENSICS
    6th/7th/8th graders compete in Acting, Oral Interpretation, and Speaking. Judges are very encouraging and offer positive and constructive suggestions. We participate in tournaments held in our area each year.
FRANKLIN MATH BOWL
    The Franklin Math Bowl is a middle school math competition held each fall at East Tennessee State University. It is open to all middle schools in the Southeast United States. Students compete in teams of eight, and are judged as individuals and as teams.
MATHCOUNTS!
    A national mathematics competition sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers, this program is designed to promote enjoyment of math and improve problem-solving skills. Teams of 6/7/8th graders compete in local, state, and national competitions.
MENTAL MATH BEE
    The goal of the Mental Math Bee is to promote the study of math and to allow students to “think on their feet.” This competition is open to all students in grades 6-8.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC GEOGRAPHY BEE
    The NGGB is open to all interested 6/7/8th graders, beginning in January. Competitions are held after school over a 2-week period. Statewide tournaments are in Nashville, and nationals are in Washington, D.C.
NATURAL HELPERS
    7/8th grade Natural Helpers are trained to help other students through peer mediation. They also encourage students to seek help in dealing with their problems. Natural Helpers are also involved in community service projects as well as taking a leadership role in the Newcomer’s Club. Natural Helpers is sponsored by the Governor’s Alliance for a Drug-Free Tennessee.
NEWCOMERS CLUB
    The goal of the Newcomers Club is to create a comfortable transition for all students new to JSMS. New arrivals are partnered with a Natural Helper and taken on a school tour. The Natural Helpers provide new students with valuable information about the school as well as a friendly face in the cafeteria.
SAM IV SPECIAL OLYMPICS
    Our SAM IV (Social and Academic Management-Special Education) students compete in both local and Area III tournaments. They compete in bowling, swimming, and track and field events.
SEVIER-ON-STAGE
    Our annual major production involves 60-90 students from all grades. Students participate in all aspects of theatre, including technical work performance.
SPELLING BEE
    The JSMS school-wide spelling bee is open to all interested students. Each team at JSMS holds a team bee to determine who will compete in the school-wide bee held in December. The winner of the school-wide bee will compete against the winners from participating city schools in the city-wide bee.
SPORTS PROGRAMS

    Baseball - Our baseball team consists of 7/8th grade boys who play conference teams. There is a conference tournament at season’s end.

    Basketball - Our basketball program offers 7/8th grade teams for boys and girls. Teams are composed of 10-12 players who compete in conference tournaments and an invitational tournament at season’s end. Cross Country/Track - These programs are open to 7/8th grade boys and girls. The cross country season lasts through October, with competition against teams from the local area. Track season is held in the Spring.

    Football - Open to 7/8th grade students, the season runs from August through October. Approximately 90 students are on the team each year.

    Soccer - The soccer program offers 7/8th grade teams for boys and girls. Indoor soccer matches are held.

    Volleyball - Volleyball begins in the fall for 7/8th grade girls. There are seven teams in the conference and the teams play a minimum of 12 matches and a year-end tournament.

    Softball - Softball is offered to 7/8th grade girls. Softball season begins in the Spring.

    Wrestling - Wrestling involves 7th and 8th grade students ranging in all weight classes. It requires a high amount of conditioning and learning skills that involve one-on-one competition with students of the same weight class. 2004-2005 is our first year with wrestling.

SPRING FLING
    Spring Fling is a day-long, annual, schoolwide fund raiser event which typically occurs on the third Saturday in April. Proceeds fund our Work-Study Program for JSMS students. Events include a 300+ family “garage”sale, plant sale, talent show, numerous games and activities, the dunk tank and many others.
STUDENT COUNCIL
    This is the student government of our school with officers elected by the general student body. Any student may participate as a Student Council member and earn participatory points through various service projects. Their major project this year will be our two Leadership Workshops. These studentshave fund raisers, promote recycling, identify community resources for the school, and sponsor many school-wide events.
TALENT SHOW
    This annual event, held in the spring, provides an excellent venue for students at Sevier to showcase their numerous and varied talents. The purpose of the show is to highlight and encourage the talent in our school in a non-competitive and rewarding atmosphere.
TUTORING
    Before school tutoring and after school tutoring in all academic subjects are available on a daily basis at no charge.
WORK STUDY PROGRAM
    The JSMS Work Study program provides opportunities for students to earn financial assistance toward such activities as extended (overnight) field trips, music lessons, etc. Students work before or after school, typically working as teacher assistants.