Advisor: Margaret Piela

Academy of Scholars is a Cumberland County Schools based organization geared toward college-ready students.  Students meet once per month at various locations to discuss a multitude of subjects ranging from scholarships, financial aid, transitioning to college, and lifestyle issues.

Requirements: The top 20 students in the Senior Class are invited.

Meets:             Monthly meetings will be announced in advance. Day & Time TBA.

Advisor: John Kaiser

The purpose of the art club is to foster interest in the world of visual arts and for students to have a place where they can share like interest and/or compare/contrast works.

Requirements:  Any interested students should see Mr. Kaiser in

room B115 for the Google Code.

Meets:              1^st & 3^rd Fridays; 4:00-5:00; B115

Advisor: Stephanie Walsh

The purpose of the Buccaneer Buddies Club is to promote friendship and acceptance between students with and without disabilities at JBHS.  The club will allow opportunities to develop life skills, leadership, social skills, and community involvement.  For those students who are seeking volunteer hours for various serviced organizations, this is a great opportunity to earn service hours.  Students will have the opportunity to participate in Unified Bowling in the winter and Unified Sports Track and Field in the spring with appropriate paperwork. 

Requirements:  Everyone is welcome to join!

Meets:              1^st & 3^rd Tuesdays; 3:50 – 4:30; C105

Advisor: Jennifer Dobbins

The purpose of this club is to allow newcomers of programming learn from the experienced, as well as to provide a higher level of programming use than what is provided in the general classes. Students will work independently/collectively on creating and developing an app.

Requirements: Anyone is welcome to join.

Meets:              Wednesdays; TBA

Advisor: Tiffany Falgione

Chess club is designed to give students an opportunity to learn the game of chess, improve their chess skills, and to enjoy competition against peers.  Novice players will be taught the basic rules, the value of pieces, and how to checkmate.  More experienced players will learn different opening and defense strategies, various tactics, and will be given the opportunity to challenge themselves by solving chess puzzles.  While students will have the chance to measure their progress through wins and losses against peers, our main focus will be on encouraging food sportsmanship and on having fun.

Requirements:  Everyone is welcome! Dues: $10; money

goes to purchasing tournament board sets &

clocks.

Meets: Thursdays

Advisor: Pamela Brunner & Tiffany Falgione

DECA is a student organization through the marketing education program.  The organization is designed to extend learning from the classroom to the real world.  DECA promotes four areas of personal development for students’:  Vocational Understanding (VU) – knowledge based experience learned through academic competitions and conferences; Civic Consciousness (CC) – community service activities created and executed monthly; Leadership Development (LD) - experience gained by committee members and executive board members; and Social Intelligence (SI) - vast opportunities for networking with fellow students and community leaders and opportunities to learn event management skills.  DECA is a student driven organization.

Requirements:  Students must have taken or be currently

enrolled in a CTE course with marketing

fundamentals.  There are state and national dues,

and enrollment paperwork required. There is a

district, state, and national competition each

year, as well as various conferences for

leadership development.

Meets:              2^nd Tuesday; 3:45 – 4:30; D208

Advisor: Hillary Bogers

The JBHS Drama Club is a service organization focused on learning about, practicing, and sharing the love of theater and all of its arts with the student body and community surrounding Jack Britt. The Drama Club partakes in theatrical based workshops and produces various theatrical pieces throughout the school year depending on the community opportunities. As well as performing in the spring CCS Theatre Showcase, usually in March. Actors, singers, and technicians are welcome!

Requirements: All students are welcome to participate.

Meets:              Wednesdays; time TBA.

Advisors: John Kaiser & Casey Malloy

The purpose of the E-Sports club is to foster interest in the world of competitive gaming and for students to have a place where they can share common interests and work together with their peers towards a common goal.

Requirements: Any interested students must be able to join from their own systems/computers at home. Interested students should see Coach Kaiser or Coach Malloy in room B115/A204 for the Group information.

Meets:              Mondays & Wednesdays; 6:00-7:00; B115

Advisors: John Kaiser & Casey Malloy

The purpose of the E-Sports club is to foster interest in the world of competitive gaming and for students to have a place where they can share common interests and work together with their peers towards a common goal.

Requirements: Any interested students must be able to join from their own systems/computers at home. Interested students should see Coach Kaiser or Coach Malloy in room B115/A204 for the Group information.

Meets:              Mondays & Wednesdays; 6:00-7:00; B115

Advisor: Lori Coleman

The purpose of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes – FCA, is for fellowship of Christian students to meet together at an alternate time and location from extra-curricular athletics/activities and church.  It will provide a safe space for students in our community to share God’s word.  The group will participate in devotion, prayer, Night to Shine, fellowship, discussions and community service.  

Requirements: Everyone is welcome - students do not have to

be athletes to join. No annual dues, but may

have costs for a club T-shirt and Bible. 

Meets:              Meetings will be weekly; TBA

Advisor: Pam Lineberger

FCCLA is a national Career & Technical Student Organization that provides personal growth, leadership development, and career preparation opportunities for students in Family & Consumer Sciences education.

Requirements: Any student who has taken a FACS class

(Interior Design I & II, Foods I & II, Apparel &

Textile Production I & II, and Child

Development, Exploring Life Skills) is welcome.

FCCLA dues are $15.00.

Meets:              Once a month; dates TBA.

Advisor: Danielle Steinhauser
Assistant: Amanda Long

Our mission is to bring together LGBTQIA+ and their allies in a non-judgmental environment, and encourage acceptance and social equality through education and sharing experiences.  In doing so we will further our vision of creating a discrimination-free school and a society that is equal to people regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or other interconnected expressions of self.  Students, faculty advisors, and community members will meet together to find ways to make Jack Britt High School a safe and welcoming school, free of harassment and discrimination against Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Questioning people and allies.  HOPE will utilize active and stimulated discussion to raise awareness of current social issues to help promote full equality for all.

Requirements:  All Jack Britt High School students, faculty, and

staff are welcome to attend meetings and/or

other events and are encouraged to invite others

to come as well.

Meets: 2^nd Wednesday; 3:45; D106

Advisors: Sandra Jones & Betsey Vera

HOSA is a national organization that promotes leadership skills and careers in the healthcare field.  Regional, state and national leadership conferences are held yearly.  Community involvement and volunteerism are also encouraged. 

Requirements:  Any student who plans to pursue a career in healthcare may join.  Dues are $20 per school year.

Meetings:         1^st and 3^rd Tuesday of each month; 3:50-4:30; C116.

Advisors: Fabiola Ramos & Wendy Soltero

The International Club is a group of international and non–international students. The club’s goals are to introduce the students to other cultures through enrichment activities, support international students, provide networking opportunities thru social and cultural events, socialize, and volunteer at various events in school and around Fayetteville.  Our monthly meeting typically includes a country presentation from a club member and planning for upcoming events.  We volunteer at the local international festival. *The activities will be decided on by the club officers and advisors and approved through the school’s administration.

Requirements: Dues: $25 (club membership dues must accompany the application). Failure to attend meetings or follow through with duties will discontinue your membership in the International Club.

Meets:  1^st Wednesday of October, November, February, March, & April; 3:45; D216

(Latin Club)

Advisor: Erin Corbett

Jack Britt JCL is a chapter of the National Junior Classical League whose purpose is to promote the study of Latin and impart an understanding of the debt of our own culture to that of classical antiquity.  We celebrate Roman culture by exploring Roman historical events and holidays.   

Requirements: All former and current Latin students may join

JCL.  JCL members who study beyond Latin II

and maintain an A average may be inducted into

the National Latin Honor Society.

Meets:              Every other Friday (excluding holidays); 3:45-4:15; D210.

Advisors: Kim Fertig & Angela Haynes

Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. What makes Key Club so successful is the fact that it is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through serving others. As members of the Kiwanis International family, Key Club students build themselves as they build their schools and communities.  There is no academic requirement, just a commitment to service.

Requirements: At least fifteen (15) hours of service is encouraged each semester.   A properly completed hour tracking sheet is required for credit of hours. Dues are $30.00 per year. 

Meets:  TBA

Advisor: Richard Butler

Legato is an Honors (Proficient/Advanced) level chorus class that serves as both a show (Pop/Jazz/Broadway) choir and a concert (traditional) choir. Legato performs at the JBHS Winter and Spring Concerts as well as some community performances. Members sing the National Anthem at Homecoming and numerous other athletic events, the Alma Mater during morning announcements, and are the core performing ensemble providing vocal leadership for the annual Chorus Spring trip.

Requirements:  Prospective Legato members must pass a vocal and dance audition at the beginning of the Spring Semester and be approved by Mr. Butler to register for the class the following year. Three teachers and/or coaches recommendations are also required. Double enrollment (both semesters) is expected. After-school rehearsals will be kept to a minimum, but are part of Legato’s regular routine. Members must purchase a performance uniform annually.  All Legato students are required to audition for All-County Chorus.  If placed in All-County Chorus, preparation and participation in the event is required.

Meets: Legato meets daily as a class during the regular school day. Some after-school rehearsals are a class (graded) requirement. All performances are graded/required.

Advisor: Timothy Parsons

The Marching Buccaneers is a premier performing ensemble, utilizing diverse styles of music to educate and entertain.  The Jack Britt High School band program is comprised of diverse components that perform and compete at the local, state, and national levels (Bands of America).  Our program offers students a comprehensive educational experience through music performance, life lessons, and opportunities that extend beyond a traditional classroom.  Our students have learned that with hard work, leadership, and dedication, everything is achievable.

Requirements: Marching Band is open to all students at Jack Britt High School.  The middle school band is required for all students who are wind and percussion players.  Color Guard for the marching band is determined through auditions. Physicals are required and members must maintain all for the same eligibility requirements as athletes (attendance, passing grades, etc.)

Meets Tuesdays & Thursdays during the fall; 4-7. 

Band camps are two weeks during the summer and are required for participation. The Marching Band attends all JBHS football home & away games and 5-6 competitions.

Advisors: Robert Thomas & Holly Bloodworth

The purpose of the Math Team is to compete at the local, state, and national level in math level II, math level III, and comprehensive math. We meet every other Thursday for student-led practice to prepare for math competitions later in the year, normally in the spring. We do some national online competitions, like the Rocket City Math League, as well as going to places like Wilmington, ECU, Pembroke, FSU, etc... to compete in person at the regional and state level. We take the AMC - 10 and AMC - 12 paper and pencil test to compete nationally.

Requirements: A student should have a desire to solve a variety of complex math problems and a willingness to compete with fellow students.

Meets:  Every other Thursday; 3:45 – 4:45; D222

Advisor: Christina Dobie

The North Carolina Advocates for Justice Mock Trial Team's mission and purpose is to educate North Carolina High School students about the justice system and trial by jury by turning courtrooms into classrooms and connecting students with attorneys and judges in hands-on learning of the courthouse.  The impact of this program far exceeds the courtroom, however, building analytical, writing, and public speaking skills go hand in hand with confidence, teamwork, leadership, and other building blocks for success in whatever vocation students choose to pursue.

Requirements: All Jack Britt students are invited to join.  Dues: $275 per team (7-8 students per team). Students must purchase business attire to wear at the regional competitions.

Meets: TBA.

Advisors: Robert Thomas & Holly Bloodworth

Mu Alpha Theta is the National High School and Two-Year College Mathematics Honor Society with over 88,000 student members by June each school year in more than 1,800 schools.  We are dedicated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students.

Requirements: Mu Alpha Theta, the Math National Honor Society, welcomes members who are in their 5^th semester of high school and have enrolled in NC Math II or higher.  These students must have an overall average of 90 or higher in all of their classes, and maintain a B or higher average in all of their math classes.  A minimum of 10 hours to math tutor through the Counseling Department in an effort to give back.

Meets:              1^st Thursday; 3:45 – 4:45; D222

Advisor: Delarese Townsend

The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nations’ premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students.  More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of Scholarship, Leadership, Service, and Character.  These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginnings in 1921.

Requirements: Inductions will be held in the Fall of the school year. Students who have completed at least three semesters of high school, have a 4.0 weighted GPA, and have demonstrated exemplary character will receive a letter of invitation from the Jack Britt National Honor Society.  In addition, students should show evidence of service, and/or leadership.  A student with infractions on his or her discipline record will not be considered.  Once inducted each member is required to maintain the academic standing for which he or she was selected and serve a minimum of 25 community service hours per year. At least 10 of the 25 hours required must be in-club service hours.

Meets: Meetings will be announced.  Check the NHS information board on the B200 Hallway and Google Classroom for news, updates and memos.

Advisors: Alexis Newsom & Christina Dobie

Announcements will be made as information becomes available.

Prom Date: TBA

Requirements: Students must be listed as a Junior or Senior in PowerSchool in order to attend; and have paid their Junior Class dues

Advisor: David Jackson

SAVE is an international organization led by students, to help decrease the potential for violence in our school and raise awareness of many social issues.  Topics addressed include bullying, child abuse, suicide, social media, safe driving, and drugs or alcohol abuse. SAVE is a club for students by students that promote safety, unity and inclusion for all students.  We not only attempt to raise awareness about issues of concern to students, we seek ways to reduce or eliminate the occurrences.  

Requirements: All students are invited to join.  Dues: $10.00, this includes a T-Shirt.

Meetings:         Weekly (Tuesday or Wednesday); 3:45; SCI 206; calendar will be released at the 1^st meeting

Advisor: Grace Yusckat

SNHS is a nationally affiliated organization.  Students who are eligible to join are in the 10^th, 11^th, and 12^th grade, have an interest in science, and are invested in pursuing a possible science major.  Younger students may join, if they are enrolled in an AP Science class.  Applicants must have a minimum of a B+ average in all science courses. Required monthly meetings will include Science related presentations by guest speakers, sponsors, and/or members. Students are strongly encouraged to pursue a research question within the realm of science and use experimental design to gather data and form a conclusion based on individual research, as well as take part in Science Olympiads or other science related school events. Students also may volunteer in environmental activities and/or in the medical field. Officers are elected by club members.

Requirements: Admission is by application, and based on students’ average in science courses. Students must perform a minimum of 10 service hours in a science related endeavor each year. 

Dues: $10.00, Seniors: additional dues $7 (for optional graduation cord)

Meets:              All meetings TBA.

Advisor: Katie Brunner-Culbreth

North Carolina Science Olympiad (NCSO) is a non-profit organization with the mission to attract and retain the pool of K-12 students entering science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) degrees and careers in North Carolina.  Every year NCSO hosts tournaments on university, community college, and public school campuses across the state.  These tournaments are rigorous, academic, interscholastic competitions that consist of a series of different hands-on, interactive, challenging and inquiry-based events that are well balanced between the various disciplines of biology, earth science, environmental science, chemistry, physics, engineering, and technology.  The challenging and self-motivating events of NCSO align with the North Carolina Standard Course of Study, as well as the National Science Education Standards. The events are designed to enhance and strengthen both science content and process skills.

Requirements: Membership is limited to two teams of 18 students.  Membership will be based upon performance on placement exam. Students are required to attend monthly meetings, construct a study notebook for each event assigned and to study independently.  Students must compete in the regional Science Olympiad competition.

Meetings:         Meetings are held on the first Wednesday from September until February in SCI204.  Regional competition is held on a Saturday during the month of February.

Advisors: Christina Dobie

Skills USA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce.  Skills USA helps each student excel.  Its mission is to help its members become world class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens.

Requirements: Students enrolled in any Career and Technical Education Course can be enrolled in Skills USA

Meets:              TBA

Advisors: Maribel Gomez & Fabiola Ramos

The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica was formed by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese to recognize the academic achievement of students of Spanish/Portuguese in high schools in the United States.

Requirements: The student needs to make an A in three levels of Spanish and submit a teacher recommendation to be nominated for membership. The student must accept the invitation and pay a $25 membership fee to be inducted, and an additional $10 for a cord.  This is a service-oriented honor society and members are required to log in 10 hours of community service. 

Meets:              Once per month TBA; D216; meetings are mandatory, to be inducted.

Advisor: Fabiola Ramos

The Spanish Club’s goals are to introduce the students to Hispanic Culture through enrichment activities that they would not receive in their Spanish classes.  We will explore the Spanish language, culture, and food through monthly meetings.  *The activities will be decided on by the club officers and advisors and approved through the school’s administration.

Requirements: Dues are $10.00.  For $15.00 you can purchase a short or long sleeve Spanish Club t-shirt.  The total for the dues and the t-shirt is $25.00.  Club membership is limited to 30 per semester.  Dues must accompany the application.  Failure to attend meetings or follow through with duties will discontinue your membership in Spanish Club.

Meets: The meetings for the members are the 1st Wednesday, October, November, February, March, and April in room D216.

Advisors: Kaitlin Lumpkins (Head Coach)

Debora Henderson (Assistant Coach)

The Speech and Debate Team provides structure for students, guided by their teachers, to become proficient in the communication arts.  These arts include the ability to analyze human problems; research varied and complex issues; gather and organize relevant materials; formulate an integrated, consistent, and persuasive presentation; and master and use the skills of oral communication in a responsible and ethical manner.  The ultimate outcome should be ever-growing and learning, involved, and productive citizens; who have the ability to make logical, sensitive, and informed decisions; express and defend their ideas; test those ideas in a wide variety of public forums; and be held accountable for the ethical and social impact of those ideas.

Requirements: All students enrolled at Jack Britt are eligible to compete with the Speech and Debate Team.  The team competes at tournaments throughout the school year at various locations in the county and state.  Some competitions are by invitation only. Students must remain in good academic standing, 2.0 unweighted GPA to be a member of the team, and a 2.5 unweighted GPA to be a member of the Honor Society.  Since competitions are held on other school campuses, Speech and Debate Team members are expected to be upstanding behavioral role models and understand that their discipline records are subject to administrative review.

Meets:  Wednesdays 3:45 - 5:00; B218

Advisors: Athena Rogers & Patricia Fairell-Richardson

Jack Britt’s Student 2 Student/Military Appreciation Club is a student-led service organization focused on welcoming new students to Jack Britt, as well as showing our military service men and women, and their families, how much their service and sacrifices are sincerely appreciated.

Requirements: All JBHS students are welcome to join.  There is no requirement for a parent to serve or have served in the military.  In order to maintain membership status students must actively participate in planned events.  Leadership opportunities within our club are available to interested students.

Meets:  Meetings will be announced 

*Follow us on Google Classroom for more information and opportunities to help our community:  qp6iw6o

Advisor: Erin Corbett

The Jack Britt SGA is a member of the North Carolina Association of Student Councils (NCASC) and seeks to promote school spirit and community involvement, as well as provide opportunities to enhance student leadership.  SGA is responsible for planning and coordinating many school activities including Homecoming, the Mr. Jack Britt and Miss Jack Britt Pageants, and fundraising to benefit charitable organizations.

Requirements: Any student who meets the following criteria may run for office in SGA and participate in the Leadership class: completed application, at least three (3) teacher recommendations, minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA, and a discipline record review by administration.

Meetings:         Wednesdays; 3:45; D210

Advisor: Janice Daniels & Patricia Fairell-Richardson

Total Image and Gentlemen of Distinction are clubs for young ladies and young men, organized for the sole purpose of creating and/or promoting a more positive attitude and interaction among students at Jack Britt High School and their community.  The objective of the club is one of self-improvement through heightened student morale, camaraderie among peers, self-esteem, dignity, and service to the community.  Through activities designed to exemplify the stated objective, the organization promotes a positive image and provides opportunities for high school students to become role models.  Some of the activities include, but are not limited to, “Dressing For Success” every other Thursday, Team Building Exercises (held during monthly meetings), providing Thanksgiving Love Boxes for needy families in the community, Teacher Appreciation gifts, Backpack Buddies, and various community service activities.

Requirements: Students must complete the application process and receive satisfactory recommendations from at least two teachers.  Students must also have a satisfactory discipline record (with no more than one disciplinary infraction) and must be in good academic standings.

 Meetings:  4^th Thursdays; Time TBA

Advisor: Wendy Steslicke

The purpose of the Tri-M National Honor Society is to inspire music participation, create enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate a desire to render service, and promote leadership in the music students of secondary schools.

Requirement:  Any student in Band, Chorus, or Orchestra may join.  Students must have a GPA of at least a 2.7 overall, and a 3.3 in their music classes. Students must complete 15 hours of service each year they are a member, attending one meeting per semester, and volunteering for at least two (2) Tri-M projects.

Meets: TBA

Advisor: Debora Henderson

The JBHS Writing club provides a place for students to experience publishing their works.  Our weekly meetings are a forum for writers to share their work and discuss pieces and events. The goal is to help each other become better writers through editing and constructive criticism. Members will brainstorm new ideas and provide advice on work they are currently writing. Members will also seek to attend writing events like poetry slams and showcases, as well as actively explore writing opportunities in the community such as writing contests sponsored by local colleges.

Requirements: All students enrolled at Jack Britt are eligible to participate in the Writing Club. Each member is required to attend at least two meeting per semester and submit at least one piece of writing per school year to our word press publication site: The Buccaneer Writes.   Members are expected to be upstanding behavioral role models and understand that their discipline records are subject to administrative review.

Meets:  Thursdays, from 4:00-5:00; B210.

Advisor: Alexis Newsom

Members of the Yearbook Staff are responsible for producing the JBHS yearbook, which aims to document the school year in a creative way and will serve as a source of memories for years to come.

Requirements: Students must complete an application during spring registration in order to be accepted to the Yearbook Staff.  Staff members are required to sell advertisements to help pay for production of the yearbook.

Meets:The Yearbook Staff meets daily during the assigned class period.  Periodically, staff members meet before or after school as needed.