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Meetings:

• Tuesdays after school in the Art Room
• First Meeting is on September 1^st
• Permission Slips are required and can be found in the Front Office & in Ms. Lemmerman’s Room

Advisors:

• Danielle Lemmerman; danielle.lemmerman@ocps.net

Club Fees: Art Club Fees

All are welcome in Builder’s Club! Kiwanis’ Builders Club is one of the largest student-led organizations for middle school. Builder’s Club empowers students to develop leadership, character, and teamwork through community and school service projects. Members gain skills in public speaking, fundraising, problem-solving, and empathy while building friendships. Our Builders Club is sponsored by Kiwanis of Avalon Park/Lake Nona & Partnered with YMCA. Builders Club is always accepting new members.

Meetings:

• Fridays after school in the Cafeteria at 4:30pm-5:30pm
• Must be Registered with the YMCA After School Zone (free)

Advisors:

• Derrick Lombardi: derrick.lombardi@ocps.net
• Michelle Henriques; mhenriques@cfymca.org

Meetings:

• Thursdays after school until 5pm in Mr. Macri’s Room (602)
• Starts Thursday, September 3^rd
• Please pick up a permission slip from Mr. Macri’s Room (602) or the Front Office

Advisor:

• Andrew Macri; andrew.macri@ocps.net

Note:

• Must be signed up for the YMCA After School Program
• All skill levels are welcome!

The Creative Butterfly Club at Avalon Middle School is a vibrant community dedicated to fostering a deep sense of belonging for girls in grades 6th-8^th. Our mission is to guide students as they navigate the middle school years, teaching the essential values of self-love, respect, responsibility, and acceptance. Through the lens of art and creativity, members express themselves in a safe, emotionally supportive environment where diversity is celebrated. Whether we are volunteering in our community, celebrating birthdays, or collaborating on artistic projects, we focus on building positive relationships and making responsible life choices. Here, every girl learns to recognize her immense value and the amazing impact she can have on the world.

The art is the journey and we rise together.

Meetings:

• Wednesdays after school in the Media Center
• Starts Wednesday, September 9th

Advisors:

• Andrea Alejo; andrea.alejo@ocps.net

Note:

• All club members must be registered with After School YMCA

Avalon Middle School’s E-Sports Program was founded in 2024 as a club to promote a safe and social environment while gaming. Our Casual/Free Play Program allows students to come and play video games with their fellow students. Casual/Free Play is always accepting new members and no tryouts are required. There are no attendance requirements and all are welcome! Registering with After School YMCA is required.

Club Meetings:

• Tuesdays after school until 5:15pm in Room 628
• Wednesdays after school until 4pm in Room 628

Advisors:

• Derrick Lombardi: derrick.lombardi@ocps.net (Tuesdays)
• Forrest Harris: william.harrisiii@ocps.net (Wednesdays)

Club Dues: eSports Club Dues

Club Donations: eSports Club Donations

Join over 1 Million agriculture students in the premier Agricultural Leadership Organization: THE NATIONAL FFA ORGANIZATION!   Make friends, have fun, compete for local, state, and national prizes.  Help your community through service projects, and learn with hands-on activities. If you take Agriculture, you are automatically a member!

Meetings:

• 3^rd or 4^th Friday at 8:30 AM for Official meetings, various times before and after school for competitive teams

Adviser:

• Jessica Long; jessica.long@ocps.net

The Avalon Jr Thespians Troupe is part of the International Thespian Society (ITS) which is the only theatre honorary society of its kind for middle and high school students.  In addition to regular monthly meetings where we sing, dance, and play acting games, our troupe participates in District & State Jr. Thespian Competitions; produces a Fall Thespian Showcase;  brings Community Service; attends local theatre events and workshops; and celebrates at the end of the year.

Meetings:

• There are rehearsals throughout the year on various days. Meetings and rehearsals are in the Chorus Room 208

Current Events:

• Winter Showcase: Tuesday, November 3 from 6-8 in Cafeteria

• District Festival: Saturday, November 7^th ALL Day at University High School

• Encore Fieldtrip: TBD

• State Festival:  February 25-27 at Orange County Convention Center

• Induction Ceremony: TBD

Advisers:

• Karen Williams; karen.williams2@ocps.net
• Jennifer Foristall; Approved ADDitions Volunteer
• Diane Mahoney; Approved ADDitions Volunteer

The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) recognizes 7^th & 8^th Graders who excel in scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship, promoting well-rounded student leaders through chapter-led projects and community involvement, with benefits like college recognition and skill development. Applications are available in March for the following school year.

Meetings:

• 2^nd Tuesday of Every Month from 8:20am-9:15am in the Media Center

Advisor:

• Derrick Lombardi: derrick.lombardi@ocps.net

Instagram: Avalon MS NJHS Instagram 

Donations: NJHS Donations Link

Meetings:

• First Meeting: Wednesday, August 26^th from 3pm-4pm
• All other Meetings: 1^st & 3^rd Wednesday of each month from 3pm-4pm

Advisor:

• Frank Walsh: Frank.Walsh@ocps.net
• Brittany Ludwick: Brittany.Ludwick@ocps.net

Note:

• Students should be registered for the YMCA After School Zone
• Permission Slips will be given out during the first meeting