Academic Team
Academic Bowl is a scholastic competition for high school students. Teams from participating schools in Barrow, Greene, Jackson, Madison, Morgan, Oconee, Oglethorpe, and Walton counties compete against each other in a series of matches before the top teams advance to the championship tournament. Questions in Academic Bowl matches cover subject matter from Georgia's high school curriculum (language arts, science, math, and social studies) as well as current events.
Faculty Sponsor: Drew Wheeler (wheelera@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Accounting Club
The CCHS Accounting Club is for all students considering careers in accounting. The club meets regularly after school and participates in field trips to local businesses. Interested students can complete this form or contact the faculty sponsor below.
Faculty Sponsor: LaToya Hill (hilll@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Aeronautics Club
The Clarke Central Aeronautics Administration primarily focuses on designing, launching, and flying model rockets, model planes, drones, and any other airborne projects we decide to build. The main goal of the CCAA is to build interest in 3D design and printing, physics, electronics, engineering, and of course, space. The club meets on Thursdays @3:45 to plan launches and design aircraft. Whether you're trying to spice up a GATech application, flex your mechanical engineering abilities, or just think the idea of launching rockets is fun, this club is the place for you!
Faculty Sponsor: Matthew Shuman (shumanm@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Bellas (Girls Empowerment Club)
Bellas is a dynamic and empowering group of girls brought together by a shared passion for friendship, creativity, personal growth, and supporting each other. The group is all about inspiring confidence, celebrating individuality, building lifelong connections, and making a difference in our community. Whether exploring new hobbies, brainstorming ideas, volunteering, or having fun, we are stronger together!
Faculty Sponsor: Jennifer Hollman (hollmanj@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Beta Club
Beta Club promotes academic achievement, character, leadership, and service. The club holds regular meetings and participates in events throughout the year.
Faculty Sponsor: Shana Biggs (biggss@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Card Club
The Card Club exists as a platform for any and all students who wish to play card games casually or competitively. Most games are playable with a standard 52-card deck, however, there are certainly exceptions for almost any card game imaginable. Whether you hope to train the mind while pondering your next great move in a game like Bridge or hope to reach new heights with your rapid reflexes in a fast-paced match of Speed, Card Club has at least one game to offer everyone from full-time enthusiasts to fresh-faced beginners!
Faculty Sponsor: Taylor Perrault (perraultb@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Chess Club
Do you play chess or would you like to learn how to play chess? The Chess Club meets regularly in Mr. Cordon's room. Contact him for more information.
Faculty Sponsor: Christian Cordon (cordonc@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Civil Discourse & Current Events Club
Interested in discussing what is going on in the world? The Civil Discourse & Current Events Club meets regularly to share opinions, debate, and ponder current local, national, and international news.
Faculty Sponsor: Stephen Hardwick (hardwicks@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Collage & Craft Club
Collage & Craft Club is for students who want to learn techniques like collaging, knitting, beadwork, crochet, basic leatherwork, cross stitch and jewelry making, among others. Meetings will be held after school until 4:30 pm on the 3rd Thursday of each month in room 232 starting September 19th. Students interested in learning how to create things, but without time in their schedule to take sculpture or other art classes, are encouraged to join. The club will work towards selling their crafts in a Valentine's Day fundraiser for club supplies, and to offer small, affordable gifts for Clarke Central students to buy for their friends and relationship partners.
Faculty Sponsors: Cat Mills (millsc@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Meaghan Gauley (gauleym@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Community Service Club
The Community Service Club provides students with opportunities for volunteering in the community. This club is open to any student but especially for upper classmen who are wanting to have multiple volunteer experiences for college applications and future employment applications. Follow us on Instagram (@cchscommunityserviceclub).
Faculty Sponsor: Johnny Anderson (andersoj@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Computer Science Club
Students in the Computer Science Club learn and apply information regarding computer science. Common topics include software programming, cybersecurity (offense and defense), networking, device hardware, and CompTIA certification exam prep.
Faculty Sponsor: John Walker (walkerj@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Disc Golf Club
The Disc Golf Club practices and plays the game on the CCHS campus as well as at Sandy Creek Park and Fort Yargo State Park.
Faculty Sponsor: Robert Pulliam (pulliamr@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Drama Club
Our mission is to provide exceptional family entertainment while striving to foster a lifelong appreciation of the arts and acknowledge the educational power of theatre.
As a result of their affiliation students will:
make and honor commitments
follow stage direction
develop self-assurance
use critical thinking skills
develop independence & responsibility
learn vocal production skills
learn & perform choreography
experience singing in a group
enhance fluency & expressive skills
work cooperatively toward a goal
develop a sense of pride
work hard & have fun
And you thought we were just putting on a play…
Everyone is welcome whether you have been in Theatre all of your life or you just want to find out more. Follow us on Instagram (@cchs.dramadepartment).
Faculty Sponsor: Kayla Griffin (griffink2@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Ecology Club
Community service focused club dealing with our local ecology. One of the club's responsiblities is overseeing CCHS's recycling program.
Faculty Sponsor: Claude Gonzalez (gonzalezc@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Entomology Club
Welcome to the official Clarke Central High School Arthropod Club. This club will be located in room 175 in Mr Pulliam's classroom. In this club, we will be focusing on the study and hobby of keeping arthropods. We will be creating substrate, learning to keep our own terrariums, and cultures. As well as collecting our own specimens, we focus on ALL arthropods. From insects to isopods to crustaceans, and yes, even udeonychophora if you were wondering! We will meet the 1st and 3rd Thursdays after school at 3:45 PM. So please join us as we progress through the study of arthropods.
Faculty Sponsor: Robert Pulliam (pulliamr@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Fashion Design Club
Come share your unique style with CCHS's Fashion Design Club! Students design clothes, sew, stitch, participate in clothing giveaways, and more.
Faculty Sponsor: Jessica Shelden (sheldenj@clarke.k12.ga.us)
FBLA
Future Business Leaders of America helps high school students prepare for careers in business through academic competitions, leadership development, and educational programs. In 2023, the club won Silver Chapter of the Year, and in 2024 they won Gold Chapter of the year. CCHS's FBLA is reaching for new heights and better opportunities for students. The members meet on the 4th Thursday of each month, except when holidays of conferences occur. Please reach out to Adrian Rangel, FBLA President, at arngel25@clarke.k12.ga.us or Kyra Wade, VP for Membership, at kyrawade@clarke.k12.ga.us for updates and questions. Follow us on Instagram (@cchs._fbla).
Faculty Sponsor: Jaclyn Brown (brownja@clarke.k12.ga.us)
FCA
Grow in your faith and sport. FCA offers events, Huddles and resources that speaks directly to your life as a competitor — to build your athletic skills AND to also strengthen your faith.
Faculty Sponsor: Aaron Cavin (cavina@clarke.k12.ga.us)
FFA
CCHS Future Farmers of America (FFA) is the premier youth organization preparing members for leadership and careers in the science, business and technology of agriculture. We welcome everyone and have an alumni that parents, guardians, staff, and community members can get involved in as well. There are many opportunities to get involved in this organization, including: monthly club meetings, garden work days/greenhouse operations, Career Development Events, Workshops, Community Service opportunities and so much more! Contact Mr. Levi Brooks (room 107) or Mr. Anthony Brooks (room 109) if you are interested. Follow us on Instagram (@cchsffamily) and Facebook (@clarkecentralFFA).
Faculty Sponsors: Levi Brooks (carrl@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Anthony Brooks (brooksa2@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Fiber Friends (Crochet Club)
Learn to crochet and/or knit and have fun creating projects together. Some examples of projects include scarves, blankets, stuffed animals, yarn art, hats, headbands, bookmarks, clothes. You can make them to keep for yourself or to donate to the community. Bring your choice of yarn or pick from our shared batch. Official meetings on Tuesdays at 8:15 AM in room 131 during the Fall and room 307 during Spring.
Faculty Sponsors: Caryn Nguyen (nguyenc@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Enya Granados (granadose@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Film Club
Are you a young Tarantino or Spike Lee? Join the Film Club. Film Club is designed for students who have a passion for movies. The club watches, discusses, dissects, and even makes their own short films. Students learn how to write screen plays, create storyboards, set design, edit, and produce movies. The club's goal is to enter student short films in film festivals.
Faculty Sponsor: Michael Bartlett (bartlettm3@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Four Square Club
Do you like four square? Do you like playing games with your peers? Join Four Square Club! We will meet one afternoon a week to play four square in the courtyard. C
Faculty Sponsor: Eric McCullough (mcculloughe@clarke.k12.ga.us)
French Club
The Clarke Central French Club celebrates French and French-speaking countries' culture by engaging in activities that we often don’t have time to in class. Some of our activities include watching French movies, eating French food, listening to French music, having fondue parties, doing service activities, fundraising, and even planning TRIPS TO FRANCE! We meet once a month after school on Wednesdays. All are welcome, whether you're currently taking French or not.
Faculty Sponsors: Emily Hulse (hulsee@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Erica Cascio (cascioe@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Gifted Minorities Achieving
GMA is a student-led organization guided by faculty sponsors to improve the academic and social opportunities of minority students at Clarke Central High School. Our organization helps minority students at CCHS to be successful, both socially and academically, through community-building, accountability check-ins and through meetings each semester. We strive for greatness and we will succeed. Our vision is to motivate, encourage, and assist minority students in order to increase their representation in rigorous academic classes, within the overall Clarke Central High School community, and in postsecondary educational settings.
Faculty Sponsor: David Ragsdale (ragsdaled@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Honors Chamber Strings
Advanced Orchestra students may audition for this chamber ensemble. Our mission is to serve our school and local community through performance of varied, diverse repertoire at the highest standard possible. Rehearses Mondays 4:00-5:00 pm.
Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Eunice Kang (kange@clarke.k12.ga.us)
HoPe Club
HoPe (Hispanic Organization Promoting Education) Club provides students with leadership development training, educational coaching and resources, and community service opportunities.
Faculty Sponsor: Carrie Emerson (emersonc@clarke.k12.ga.us)
HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America)
HOSA’s mission is to empower future healthcare professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience.
Faculty Sponsor: Tyler Graves (gravest@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Humane Society Club
This is a community service based organization for all animal lovers! During the year we host several fundraisers for local animal welfare groups and work as volunteers with these groups and with the animals. Follow us on Instagram (@cchshumanesociety_).
Faculty Sponsor: Meaghan Gauley (gauleym@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Iliad Literary-Art Magazine
The Iliad is Clarke Central’s award-winning literary-art magazine, which gives voice to CCHS’s writers of poetry, prose, and plays, as well as provides a forum for photographers, artists, and graphic designers.
The Iliad is published once a year and comes out each spring. Under the guidance of a faculty adviser, the Editor-in-Chief along with a leadership team meets weekly to edit and workshop the pieces that are compiled for publication. Follow us on Instagram (@iliadmag) and Facebook (@iliadliterarymagazine).
Faculty Sponsor: David Ragsdale (ragsdaled@clarke.k12.ga.us)
JROTC Drill Team & Competitive Color Guard
The CCHS JROTC Drill Team is a marching unit that performs routines based on military drill. Cadets can perform either armed or unarmed drill during competitive drill competitions. The competitive Color Guard is an extracurricular Army JROTC team responsible for presenting the flag in a variety of settings. The members of the Color Guard practice drill and ceremonies, proper wearing of the uniform as well as the proper ways to show respect to our nation's flag. Competitive seasons are Dec-March.
Faculty Sponsor: SFC Donald Hollman (hollmand@clarke.k12.ga.us)
JROTC Raider Team
Raider Competitions or “Raider” as it is more commonly known as a very popular athletic competition held within JROTC Programs around the United States. Students MUST be currently enrolled in the JROTC class and have a valid athletic physical to compete. Rules/competitive events can vary depending on the hosting schools' facilities, but Raider Competitions are designed for a small group of physically fit and mentally tough cadets to compete in various outdoor activities. Competitive season is August - November.
Faculty Sponsor: First Sergeant Antione Clark (clarkan@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Junior Classical Club (Latin Club)
The Junior Classical League encourages interest in and an appreciation of the language, literature, and culture of ancient Greece and Rome. Students challenge themselves academically, socialize, play games, and participate in celebrations. .
Faculty Sponsor: Erin Kuny (kunye@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Math Team
The purpose of the math team is to foster the love of mathematics through competition. The math team will compete in various competitions, both on campus and off campus.
Faculty Sponsor: John Walker (walkerj@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Minds Matter Club
The mission of this club is to help give students at CCHS opportunities and resources to get mental health help. We will work with existing organizations throughout Georgia and host fundraisers and spread awareness. We'll hold meetings every other week on Wednesdays after school to discuss plans for events (meetings aren't required for members). The money from fundraising will go to different mental health organizations in Athens as well as fund mental health education at CCHS.
Faculty Sponsor: Tyler Graves (gravest@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Miracle Club
Miracle Club holds fundraisers throughout the year to provide support for Children's Healthcare of Atlanta. Follow us on Instagram (@cchs_miracle).
Faculty Sponsor: Leslie Sokal-Berg (sokall@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Mock Trial Team
The CCHS Mock Trial Team is open to all students at CCHS regardless of experience. The only requirement we have is that each student has a tryout. The team has been in existence for over 26 years and has shown to improve the writing and public speaking skills of students through a fun atmosphere of a Mock Trial case assignment. Learn more here.
Faculty Sponsor: Matthew Regester (regesterm@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Model United Nations
Model United Nations is a club for students interested in politics and international diplomacy. Students write proposals, position papers, serve on committees, and attend Model UN conferences.
Faculty Sponsor: Michael Bartlett (bartlettm3@clarke.k12.ga.us)
National Art Honor Society
The purpose of NAHS is to inspire and recognize students who have shown an outstanding ability and interest in art.
Interested students must have an 80 cumulative average in their classes, have completed or be enrolled in at least one semester of art or graphic design, and maintain a minimum of an 85 average in their visual arts and/or graphic design classes. Meetings are held Monday afternoons at 3:45 pm. Interested students should complete this form. Follow us on Instagram (@cchs_nahs_).
Faculty Sponsor: Heather Garland (garlandh@clarke.k12.ga.us)
National Honor Society
The National Honor Society (NHS) is a nationally recognized organization that promotes and celebrates academics, leadership, and character in students. The Clarke Central chapter is open to juniors and seniors with a 93.0 GPA. NHS sponsors will send eligible students an invitation to apply. Once accepted, members are expected to attend meetings regularly and complete 60 hours of community service every year that they are in NHS.
Faculty Sponsors: Emily Hulse (hulsee@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Kim Carmack (carmackk@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Odyssey Media Group
The ODYSSEY Media Group is Clarke Central’s award-winning news source - newsmagazine, website, broadcast and social media. The OMG covers school, local and national news, as well as local entertainment, sports, and opinion. As an open public forum, the Odyssey aspires to give voice to the CCHS community -- guest pieces are welcome. The class meets four days a week, has weekend workdays each month and also works after school to produce and refine content. OMG students also attend and present sessions at state, regional and national journalism conferences. Follow us on Instagram (@odysseynewsmag).
Faculty Sponsor: David Ragsdale (ragsdaled@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Philosophy Club
The Philosophy Club engages students in discussions and debates about issues that have perplexed thinkers for millennia.
Faculty Sponsor: Ian Altman (altmani@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Puppetry Guild
The purpose of the Clarke Central Puppetry Guild is to explore world puppetry, puppet construction, playwriting and performance skills. Students will research, develop, build and produce their own puppets and puppet shows.
Content of meetings:
Introduction to puppetry around the world including types of puppets: marionettes, shadow puppets, hand puppets, rod puppets, body puppets, objects, and animatronics
Student input to choose what type of puppets and characters to build
As puppets are being built, students will brainstorm storylines for future scripting.
Most of the meetings will be taken up with puppet building.
Exploration of possible public performances, video performances, or performances within the guild
Faculty Sponsor: John Ritzler (ritzlerj@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Red Cross Club
The Clarke Central Red Cross Club is dedicated to helping support the local community through the Red Cross of Northeast Georgia. We cooperate with the Red Cross in order to organize blood drives, bake sales, and other fundraising events. Anyone can be a member and upperclassmen who are interested in a leadership position can apply in the second semester.
Faculty Sponsor: Eric McCullough (mcculloughe@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Robotics Team
Members are challenged to design, build, program, and operate robots to compete in the worldwide FIRST Tech Challenge robotics competition.
Faculty Sponsor: Chris Sugiuchi (sugiuchic@clarke.k12.ga.us)
SCAPE
SCAPE focuses on encouraging more students of color to attempt Advanced and/or AP level courses. We meet once a month after school and we would love to be able to help, support, and push you inside and outside of school! Meetings are held the third Monday of every month in rm. 309
Faculty Sponsor: Nicole George (georgen@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Skills USA
SkillsUSA is the Graphic Design CTSO (Career Technical Student Organization). We will be competing in local and state contests.
Faculty Sponsor: Nestor Domingo (domingon@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Step Team
The CritiCal Elite Step Team practices for and performs at various school and local events.
Faculty Sponsor: Roenessa Witcher (witcherr2@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Student Government Association
The Clarke Central Student Government Association works to build the Clarke Central community through activities and giving students a voice. Our main functions during the school year are Pep Rallies, Red Cross Blood Drives, and organizing the Homecoming Dance. Follow us on Instagram (@cchs.sga).
Faculty Sponsor: LaToya Hill (hilll@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Tri-M Music Honor Society
Tri-M is the National Association for Music Educators (NAfME) music honor society. The club's mission is to serve our community through projects and activities that enhance the recognition of Clarke Central's music programs. Students who are enrolled in any music course (Piano, Chorus, Guitar, Orch, Band, Music Tech) during the current school year and maintain a minimum GPA are invited to apply for membership. Past projects have included free private lessons for middle school students and volunteering for both AthHalf Marathon and AthFest. Meet new friends who share a love for music and serving others! Follow us on Instagram (@clarkecentraltrim).
Faculty Sponsor: Dr. Eunice Kang (kange@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Women in STEM
Women in STEM is a service club that aims to expose CCHS students to the various facets of STEM fields through events and outreach opportunities.
Faculty Sponsor: Mallory Thomas (thomasm3@clarke.k12.ga.us)
Wild Women Outdoors
Wild Women Outdoors benefits the students at CCHS by providing them with the skills and experiences to support autonomy and confidence in the great outdoors. We passionately believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to feel safe, informed, and empowered by the natural world.
We welcome, empower, and educate students of all shapes, sizes, and experience and fitness levels to develop a love for and sense of belonging in the great outdoors. The club is open to all students, but specifically aimed at inclusivity of women and students of other gender identities. Follow us on Instagram (@wildwomencchs).
Faculty Sponsors: Meaghan Gauley (gauleym@clarke.k12.ga.us) and Grace Ayer (ayerg@clarke.k12.ga.us)