Activities
Clubs
We hope all of our students will consider joining a club this year! Most clubs begin with an information session in the fall. Listen for session times on morning announcements, check the weekly Phoenix Update (email) or check this page for updates. Please contact Mrs.Hoffman, Scholastic Club Coordinator, (shannon_hoffman@iss.k12.nc.us) with questions or to volunteer!
- Art Showcase
- Battle of the Books
- Chess
- Inkers
- MathCounts
- Quiz Bowl
- Odyssey of the Mind
- Robotics
- Envirothon
- Science Olympiad
- Speech & Debate
- Student Government
Art Showcase
Sponsor: Mrs. Frasier
Test your artistic abilities in a statewide competition. After receiving a category prompt, students have one month to create and submit art. Media categories include painting, drawing, collage, photography and more.
Battle of the Books
Sponsor: Mrs. Gillis
After reading an assigned list of books, teams battle it out, answering questions to determine their comprehension.
Battle of the Books is offered as a class to select 7th and 8th grade students. Participation is by invitation only.
Chess
Sponsor: Mrs. Ramsey, Parent Advisor
A game of strategy and intellect, some believe that playing chess can actually make you smarter.* Players of all skill levels are welcome!
There are 2 levels of Chess at MMS:
Chess Club- Free and open to players at any skill level
Chess Team- Open to players of any skill level who want to compete in area tournaments. ($150 donation covers membership in U.S. Chess Federation, professional lessons, competition t-shirt).
Inkers
Sponsor: Mr. Roncone
Do you have a passion for writing? Do you love coming up with lyrics and poetry? Are you writing a book? Then this is the club for you.
MathCounts
Sponsor: Mrs. Jones
Students will practice problem solving strategies and learn new mathematics concepts to prepare for mathematics competitions in a fun but competitive environment. In February there will be a regional MATHCOUNTS Competition.
If you are interested and would like more details, please sign up on Mrs. Jones' door.
Quiz Bowl
Sponsor: Mr. Moody and Mr. Gordon (Parent)
Teams go head-to-head answering questions on a wide range of topics in a fast-paced format.
Odyssey of the Mind
Robotics
Envirothon
Envirothon Interest meeting will be on Monday, Sept. 23 from 3:00-3:45 in Mrs. Driver's room (Room #21).
The NC Envirothon is an exciting natural resource club designed to challenge students in an interactive, outdoor competition, consisting of 3-5 students. Competition areas include Wildlife, Forestry, Aquatic Ecology, Soils and Land Use and Current Environmental Issues.
Science Olympiad
Speech & Debate
Sponsor: Mrs. Eisinger
Want to be a confident, convincing public speaker? If practice makes perfect, then Speech & Debate Club will give you the practice you need to entertain, inform and persuade an audience. You will also learn how to craft solid arguments for debate.
Student Government
Sponsors: Mrs. Doughtie and Mrs. Webb
Student leaders, selected as representatives, collaborate to create activities for the school that promote enthusiasm, school spirit, and a commitment to community service.
Students who are interested in applying to participate in SGA should see Mrs. Webb or Mrs. Doughtie.
Athletics
Overnight Field Trips
Washington DC (8th Grade)
8th Grade Washington D.C. Field Trip 2020
Parent Information Meeting: September 10, 2019 at 6:30pm in the Media Center at Mount Mourne
SAVE THE DATES March 19-22, 2020
COST $495 per person
SITES
Smithsonian's (ex: Air & Space, Natural History, American History, Castle, American Indian), War Memorials, US Capitol, Library of Congress, Arlington National Cemetery, US Holocaust Memorial Museum, National Archives, Botanical Gardens, and more!
ACCOMMODATIONS Hampton Inn and Suites
TRANSPORTATION Rose Charters
MEALS All meals included!
CHAPERONES
We need 1 chaperone for every 3-4 students. The chaperone fee for the trip is the same as the student fee, $495 per person. Please contact Mrs. Russell at connie_russell@iss.k12.nc.us and/or Lisa VanBuhler at lisavb@roadrunner.com for more information.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
*Payment in full of $495.00 (Non-Refundable) is due no later than September 14, 2019….OR…Installment Options Below…
*The Initial Non-Refundable deposit of $150.00 is due no later than September 14, 2019.
*The First Non-Refundable Installment of $125.00 is due no later than October 31, 2019.
*The Second Non-Refundable Installment of $125.00 is due no later than December 7, 2019.
*The Final Non-Refundable Installment of $95.00 will be due no later than January 24, 2020.
However, you are welcome to start making payments anytime. The preferred method of payment is online with a credit card, which can be found on the school home page. Checks (payable to Mount Mourne School) will also be accepted. Thanks for being prompt in your payments!
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa VanBuhler, MMS DC Trip Coordinator –lisavb@roadrunner.com.
Atlanta (6th Grade)
6th Grade Atlanta Field Trip 2020
Parent Information Meeting: September 9, 2019 at 6:30pm in the Media Center
SAVE THE DATES April 23-24, 2020
COST $325 per person
SITES
World of Coca-Cola, Georgia Aquarium, CNN Center Studios and Tour, Stone Mountain Park, and Dinner at The Varsity
ACCOMMODATIONS Holiday Inn Express
TRANSPORTATION Burke Christian Tours
MEALS All meals included!
CHAPERONES
We need 1 chaperone for every 3-4 students. The chaperone fee for the trip is the same as the student fee, $325 per person. Please contact Mr. Moody at seth_moody@iss.k12.nc.us and/or Lisa VanBuhler at lisavb@roadrunner.com for more information.
PAYMENT SCHEDULE
*Payment in full of $325.00 (Non-Refundable) is due no later than September 26, 2019….OR…Installment Options Below…
*The First Non-Refundable Installment of $125.00 is due no later than September 26, 2019.
*The Second Non-Refundable Installment of $100.00 is due no later than November 7, 2019.
*The Final Non-Refundable Installment of $100.00 will be due no later than January 16, 2020.
However, you are welcome to start making payments anytime. The preferred method of payment is online with a credit card, the payment icon can also be found on the school home page. Checks (made payable to Mount Mourne School) will also be accepted. Thanks for being prompt in your payments!
If you have any questions, please contact Lisa VanBuhler, MMS DC Trip Coordinator –lisavb@roadrunner.com.