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We encourage ALL students to participate in extra-curricular activities throughout their years in school.  Participation is on a volunteer basis and is open to all students who meet the Baldwin County Board of Education, the State Department of Education, and the Georgia High School Association eligibility standards.  Oak Hill Middle School does not sanction students trips that are not directly related to instruction, a club, or an athletic group, such as class trips. (Students must be present at school in order to participate in extra-curricular activities.)

Let's Go Braves!!
 

**Band - Terry Bragg, Director. Christie Woods, Assistant Director.

Jazz Band, Director Terry Bragg and Pep Band, Director Christie Woods.  - Band provides students with a full instrumental music education through rehearsal, performance, teaching, testing, and listening; provides students with proper rehearsal and storage areas, music, methods, and other equipment and/or instruments as is considered necessary to aid in development the student's musical ability and good citizenship habits; and encourages all students to strive for musical and personal excellence through a healthy hobby or avocation, which can be useful throughout life.

**Junior Beta Club - Julie Claxton and Lisa Ruark, Sponsors.

The Oak Hill Junior Beta Club is a chartered chapter of the National Junior Beta Club.  Junior Beta Club is a leadership service club and aims to promote the ideals of character, service and leadership among middle school students, to reward meritorious achievement, and to encourage students in continuing their education after high school.  Students must have an overall academic (Language Arts, Math, Social Studies, and Science) average of 90 or above, with no grade below 80 in a semester, to be considered for membership; members must maintain an overall 85 average, with no grade below 80 each semester, earn service points, and display exemplary behavior in order to remain active.  Members participate in community service projects and leadership development activities.

**Chorus - Stephen Barnes, Sponsor

The Oak Hill Middle School Chorus is a vocal performance group that performs in concerts and district/state competitions.  Participation is open to any student.  The group performs for the public and at civic organizations.

**Disc Golf Club - James Power, Sponsor

The Disc Golf Club was founded in August, 2006.  Disc golf is played much like traditional golf except instead of a ball and clubs, players use a flying disc or Frisbee.  Oak Hill's disc golf 12-hole course is located in the field between Creekside Elementary School and Oak Hill.  Disc golf is a sport that everyone can enjoy.

**FCCLA - Debra Pettepher, Sponsor

FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) is designed to promote personal growth and leadership development through family and consumer sciences education.  Focusing on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner, and community leader, members develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, and practical knowledge.

**FFA - Farrah Burgess, Sponsor

FFA (Future Farmers of America) is dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

**Pearls - Dr. Linda Ramsey, Mrs. Jo Burns, and Ms. Tamara Richardson, Sponsors

The Oak Hill PEARLS Club was created to help our sixth grade girls transition from elementary school to middle school successfully.  Our goal is to prepare each girl for the next grade and the next challenge they may face in life.  Students are recommended by teachers and administrators.  There will be planned activities, discussions and guest speakers that will focus on self-esteem, self-control, relationships, etiquette and community service.

**Peer Mediators - OHMS Counselors, Sponsors

Peer mediators are specially trained students who help resolve conflicts that arise among students.

**P.U.S.H. - Ann Jordan, Sponsor

Pray Until Something Happens is an organization for Christian fellowship.  Participation is open to all students.  P.U.S.H. is a positive place for young people to share their feelings.  They meet weekly before school for prayer time and participate in community service projects.

**Student Council - Mrs. Robin Oglesby, Mrs. Elise Walker, Sponsors

We are currently taking membership applications.

**TSA - Samuel Beauford, Sponsor

TSA (Technology Students of America) aims to prepare students for the challenges of a dynamic world by promoting technological literacy, leadership, and problem solving, resulting in personal growth and opportunity.  Members participate in the Technology Fair in Perry, Fall Conference at Jekyll Island, State Conference in Perry, and the Chapter Officer Retreat for Excellence in Covington.

**Yearbook - Debra Whiteside, Sponsor

The yearbook class plans, designs, and produces the school yearbook.  Students must apply for the class.  Experience is gained in layout, writing copy, photography, selling ads, and fundraising.

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