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Club Name Description Faculty Sponsor Week  Meeting Location
American Red Cross Club This club, affiliated with the Nashville chapter of the American Red Cross, will allow members the opportunity to volunteer by teaching youth water and fire safety courses, participating in fundraisers for victims of natural disasters, and hearing speakers such as the International Red Cross photographer and victims of Hurricane Katrina. Brocki, J A 113
Anime Students will explore the world of anime Kessler, Richard A 211
Art Service Club Membership is limited: 25 Members of this club will participate in a number of small community service projects involving art.  For example, students may make Holiday cards for distribution at local nursing homes.   A 104
Big Fish This club caters to those who want to learn how to apply the Bible to everyday situations-relationships, building faith, and connecting as a community- through discussions and speakers Shaffer, Kristyn A 309
Cartoon & Comics Club Members will discus different genres, themes and other elements of cartoons and comics.  Different episodes of various cartoons will be viewed.  Students will also share comic books.  A 310
Chess Club This club is for Chess enthusiasts or for those interested in learning about the  game.  After-school practice games will be arranged, and information about local tournaments will be distributed.  Limit: 20 Cash, Tom A 216
Computer Club This club is designed to teach students computer skills such as virus defense, photoshop, writing, surfing, writing programs, writing web pages, etc.   Givens, David A Gym
Culinary Arts To practice, display and discuss culinary skills.  Cooking at home required.  Limit: 15 members Sychareune, Jennifer A 414
Environmental Action Club The purpose of the EAC is to promote environmental awareness and provide ways to get involved in environmental activism. Allen, Barbara A 103
Future Business Leaders of America FBLA is the largest business career student organization.  This organization will provide students with leaderships skills and an opportunity to explore there business interests.  Students will also have a chance to compete with other students at state and national competitions. Lee, John A 215
Helping Hands The objective of the club is to encourage student involvement in volunteer activities, primarily through the funding and organization of the 2008 Youth United Habitat for Humanity Build.  Members must demonstrate a strong commitment to community service.   Halbrook, Allison A Auditorium
Jazz Appreciation Club Membership limited: 30  Students will examine the intricacies of jazz musical development and appreciation for the genre. Ripani, Rich A Band Room
Latin 2 Contest study sessions and certamen practice. Sanford, Alice A 410
National Honor Society Each spring, the HFA Chapter of the National Honor Society invites juniors who have maintained an average of 93 or above to apply for membership.  A faculty committee, appointed by the principal, examines the submitted applications for evidence of exemplary scholarship, character, service, and leadership.  Members must be able to attend monthly meetings after school, on an as-needed basis.  Dues $45   Limit:  Inducted Seniors A Auditorium
National Honor Society Each spring, the HFA Chapter of the National Honor Society invites juniors who have maintained an average of 93 or above to apply for membership.  A faculty committee, appointed by the principal, examines the submitted applications for evidence of exemplary scholarship, character, service, and leadership.  Members must be able to attend monthly meetings after school, on an as-needed basis.  Dues $45   Limit:  Inducted Seniors A Auditorium
Nature Pals  This club will work with teens affiliated with the Hartman Community Center who have developmental disabilities.  The club will hike with the group at Beaman and Warner Parks and will camp at the lodge at Warner Park and the campground at Bells Bend Park  Club members will commit to 2 outings this school year.  This is a service club.  Limited to 30 members Wesley Roberts A 107
Pep Club Membership is limited.  This club has been designed to promote and encourage school spirit at HFA.  Members are expected to participate in planning and/or executing spirit projects.   Students are also expected to support the HFA community through attendance at extracurricular events. A 111
Popular Reading Discuss with your friends the popular books of the day. A Library
Scrabble Club Members will participate in the game of Scrabble Oettel, Joy A 316
Societe Honoraire de Francais aka French Honor Society.  Student will participate as members of an honorary society enjoyed by invitation and induction only.  See Mrs. Sexton for membership requirements. Sexton, Jessica A 408
The Office Club A club for all those who are fans of everything Dundaer Mifflin.  We will watch episodes, play The Office trivia game for office-themed prizes, eat Jim-style jell-o, and more! Hubbard, Angela A 313
Travel Club For students who would like to explore the world. Robinson, Marty A 307
Ultimate Frisbee Club Limit 30 students.  During club time, members will learn fundamental ultimately Frisbee skills.  Only those students committed to joining the "Disc Jockies" team will be considered for membership. Kmiec, Brett A 407
World Affairs Club This club will provide a place for students who would like to learn more about world conflicts.  It will also provide opportunity for students to participate in discussions, as well as become more involved in reaching out to world communities. King, Ken A 214
Bad Sci-Fi Movie Club Membership limited:  25  Students will analyze and enjoy Ripani's collection of really bad science-fiction movies. Ripani, Rich B Band room
Book Exchange This club is for students who love to read.  Time in the club will be dedicated to reading and exchanging recommended books.
B 104
Community Service This club is devoted to the involvement in community service projects.  Allen, Barbara B 103
Fellowship of Christian Athletes This club is designed for believers of Christ to engage in activities related to personal faith.  We will have speakers, watch videos, and attend events which promote Christian values.  Dues $2 Hubbard, Angela/Forbis, Lisa B 114
Gay-Straight Alliance GSA is an organization devoted to promoting understanding and awareness in the general school community on issues of sexual identity and gender equality.  Members will participate in discussions on topics relevant to the club's mission and will help organize school-wide awareness events.  All students with an interest in similar issues are encouraged to join. King, Ken B 214
Hip Hop World/Dance Club This club helps students get better or to be able to learn how to dance in hip hop style, learning such styles as K.R.U.M.P., Pop-Locking, also learning ethnic styles such as salsa and etc (ballroom dancing).  Students will also be able to take part in small concerts and look at videos and clips of other dance groups and dancers Lee, John B 215
International Club This club will focus on exploring the many different cultures represented at Hume-Fogg.  The club's main agenda will be the preparation for HFA International Day, held in the spring. Carter, Marina B 412
International Thespian Society Members will gather to explore theatrical interests Bruce, Daron B 110
Karaoke Club Members will participate in Karaoke activities Handy, Alesha B 208
Movie Magic Club Do you enjoy making videos with your camera?  Have you ever wondered how movie directors capture spectacular scenes for their movies?  Would you like to be involved in the making of a Hume-Fogg documentary?  If your answer is yes to any of these questions the MMC is right for you!  Limit 15 members Parsons, Cathy B 210
Mu Alpha Theta This an international mathematics Honor Society that promotes the application and enjoyment of mathematics.  The club is for students who have completed at least two years of college preparatory math and maintained an overall "B" average in all high school math classes. Leake, Cindy & Caldwell, Mike & McDonald, Danielle B Lecture Hall
Outdoors Club This club consists of nature lovers who will come together to discuss environmental issues as well as participate in outdoor activities such as walking, hiking, observing nature, etc. Babb, Tim B 405
Pinky Power  Developed by Arielle Woodmore in conjunction with her Capstone Project.  It is a community service club aimed at pairing students at HFA with local elementary students. Halbrook, Allison B
Politics Club Open to students interested in politics in general.  Students will debate, discuss current political issues.  Topics will range from local politics to world events. Kessler, Richard B 311
Quiz Bowl This organization offers the possibility of competing in local, state, and national tournaments, depending on students interest and achievement.  The club meeting time allows students to plan competition strategies and to review materials.  Practice will take place after school, at times to be determined by members. Sanford, Alice B 410
Sabor Latino Discover "el sabor" of Hispanic culture.  Open to all who wish to explore Hispanic culture. Sanford, Katherine B Conference Room
Spanish Scrabble A club for any student interested in Spanish and the popular board game Scrabble.  This club will allow the students to work on their Spanish vocabulary skills in a fun and competitive way.  Fee:  $4 for all new members to purchase extra game boards.  Limit:  32 members Sychareune, Jennifer B 414
Stretch Club This club is designed to enhance flexibility and strength through a combination of pilates and yoga Darron Bruce B 110
Video Games With A Purpose This club will focus on  video games selected by the club's creator, Thomas Kibby.  There is no way to know what he will consider a purposeful video game.  In fact, there is no way to know what Thomas is thinking at any point in time.  Limited to 25 members. Wesley Roberts B 107
4-H Members will explore the world of farming, including horticulture, animals, gardening, etc. Allen, Barbara C 103
Big Brothers/Big Sisters Members will focus efforts on Big Brothers/Big Sisters organization - participating in service projects C 409
Board Games Club members will bring their board games to the cafeteria and play for the duration of club time.  Not limited in membership. Wesley Roberts C 107
Bridge Club Bridge is not an old ladies' game.  It is the most complex, competitive, and rewarding  card game.  Members will learn rules, scoring, and bidding conventions and participate in a club wide tournament.  Limit: 24 members C 417
Can Top Club Collecting can-tops to make donations to the local Ronald McDonald House. Limits: 40 members Halbrook, Allison C 309
Forensics Students will develop public speaking and oral interpretation skills through Inter-high competition.  Monthly meetings will prepare students for participation in congresses, general meets, and individual meets.  Members of this club are affiliated with the National Forensic League.  While some practice time may be scheduled after school, most of the club planning takes place during club meeting time.  Dues $5 Oettel, Joy; Tim Babb C 210
Friends of Nashville Humane Society Club Dedicated to helping the Nashville Humane Association in all ways as possible through volunteering and fundraising. Richard Ripani; Jessica Sexton C Band room
German Club For those interested in learning more about German culture and history. Bush, Kurstin C 408
Hume-Fogg Forensic League Students will develop public speaking and oral interpretation skills through Inter-high competition.  Monthly meetings will prepare students for participation in congresses, general meets, and individual meets.  Members of this club are affiliated with the National Forensic League.  While some practice time may be scheduled after school, most of the club planning takes place during club meeting time.  Dues $5 Oettel, Joy C 410
Key Club Key Club is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. It is a student-led organization that teaches leadership through serving others. Members of the Kiwanis International family, Key Club members build themselves as they build their schools and communities.
Cash, Tom C 216
Library Books Selection Advisory Club Find out what other Hume-Fogg students are reading and talking about and have a voice in choosing books for our library C Library
National Latin Honor Society An honorary society sponsored by the American Classical League and the National Junior Classical League.  Membership is by invitation and induction only and is open to students who have at least a 93 average in their second year of Latin and who exemplify good character and citizenship.  Inductees must be committed to continuing their Latin studies.  Members of the LHS, subject to additional national requirements, can also apply for an academic scholarship.  Club activities will take place outside the parameters of the school day. Sanford, Alice/ Handy, Alesha C 410
Poetry Café Members will explore the world of poetry.  Activities will include poetry reading and writing as well as presentations by guest poets. Parsons, Cathy C 210
Pokémon Tournament Club For those of us who need to unwind and can still embrace our inner kid.  Some thinking is required, however.  4th generation (Diamond, Pearl, Plainum) games only, as few people will still be able to find their old Game boy Color.  Bring a sharp mind, a strong team, and a little silliness.  Limit:  8 members Hubbard, Angela C 313
Robotics Club The purpose of this club is to advance students' knowledge, understanding and interest in robotics.  Robotics club requires a dedication to the art of technology.  We will working with electricity, circuits, robot kits, and, depending on the level of involvement, a robot to go to competition.  Limit: 20 members Kessler, Richard C 311
Sabor Latino Discover "el sabor" of Hispanic culture.  Open to all who wish to explore Hispanic culture. Sanford, Katherine C Conference Room
Science Honor Society Science National Honor Society (SNHS) is prestigious organization only available to juniors and seniors who excel academically in the sciences.  One must me invited by the club’s sponsor to join SNHS.  The Science National Honor Society is dedicated to encouraging and advancing students’ intellectual thought in the scientific and civic community.  Aside from being a wonderful opportunity to work with fellow excelling science students, each year there is an opportunity to apply for and receive scholarship money. 

Rita Davis C 213
Science Olympiad The purpose is to explore the world of hands-on science & robotics Lee, John C 215
Spanish Honor Society This club works to recognize high achievement by Spanish students, promote continuity of interest in Hispanic studies, and render service to the community and school. Warrick, Joy/Carter, Marina/ Sychareune, Jennifer C 414
The German Club Members will explore the elements of the German language and culture by conversing in German, watching German films, playing games, etc.   Bush, Kurstin C 408
Model United Nations Each fall, the YMCA of Middle Tennessee sponsors a Model United Nations conference.  At the conference, Tennessee high school students learn about the real world operation of the United Nations by participating in a reenactment of the organization's activities  Most students form delegations and represent member countries' interests in the General Assembly by drafting and debating resolutions.  These resolutions cover a wide variety of topics of international concern.  Other students have the opportunity to represent their countries on the Security Council, and to participate in a model International Court of Justice or as member of the press corp. Smith, Elizabeth Non-Rotation:  Sign up with Mrs. E. Smith - participation will occur after school 314
Youth Legislature The Tennessee YMCA Youth in Government Program is an annual conference designed to offer high school and middle school students a hands-on experience with state government.  Each year, some 1600 students from across the state converge on the State Capitol, taking the places of our real government officials.  Program participants can serve as senators or representatives , as justices and lawyers, as department commissioners and lobbyists, or, even as press corps members Smith, Elizabeth Non-Rotation:  Sign up with Mrs. E. Smith - participation will occur after school 314
HFA Junior Classical League This organization is affiliated with the Tennessee Junior Classical League and the National Junior Classical League.  Students currently enrolled in Latin or who have successfully completed 2 years of Latin are eligible for membership.  Dues are $10 , but will be covered for any student with a fee waiver.  The club is designed to promote the love of language, literature and culture of Greece and Rome and to give an understanding of how our society is indebted to those ancient civilizations in its cultures, laws, literature, language, and arts. ALL MEETINGS WILL TAKE PLACE OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL DAY. Sanford, Alice Non-Rotation:  Sign up with Mrs. Sanford - participation will occur after school 410