Academic Clubs and More

Academic Bowl

Sponsor:

TBD - 

To encourage well-rounded students who are knowledgeable in a variety of topics.

Ambassadors

Sponsors:

Cynthia Neeley - neeley.cynthia@mail.fcboe.org

MHS Ambassadors work with students who are new to MHS to help them make a smooth transition. We are the primary volunteer force for Camp McIntosh, give school tours for new students the first day they attend school and act as peer-buddies to students who may be struggling socially. We invite new students to attend sporting events or to come with our members to other clubs in which they participate. We also provide services to the school by guiding parents at Open House, assisting with GHP interviews, and other events as needed by administration.

3:50 in the Media Center

Animal Care Organization

Sponsors:

Kelly McMahon - mcmahon.kelly@mail.fcboe.org

A club devoted to discussing and promoting the awareness of animal welfare, including shelters, rescue, responsible pet ownership, and animal conservation.  

Black Student Union

Sponsor:

Shanon Woolf- woolf.shanon@mail.fcboe.org

A safe space for black students to learn, evolve, and participate in their community.  

Bowling Club

Sponsor:

Taylor Steen - steen.taylor@mail.fcboe.org

To provide people with an opportunity to hone their bowling skills and learn more about this lifetime sport.  

Chess Club

Sponsor:

Arthur Walton - walton.arthur@mail.fcboe.org

To introduce chess as a way to develop thinking strategies as part of gaming.

Meets every Wednesday morning except for Faculty meeting dates.

College Athletics Discussion Association

Sponsor:

Christopher Flournoy - flournoy.christopher@mail.frcboe.org

A forum for students to discuss the ins and outs of collegiate sports with a focus on football. 

Comic Book Club

Sponsor:

Tom Woolf - woolf.thomas@mail.fcboe.org

A club for the discussion and celebration of comic books. graphic novels, and manga for thosse new and experienced with the genre.  

Cycling Club

Sponsor:

Aaron Rafter - rafter.aaron@mail.fcboe.org

The Cycling Club encourages and supports general interest in bicycles and other aerobic modes of transportation.  

FCA/FCS

Sponsors:

Bunky Colvin - colvin.bunky@mail.fcboe.org

To promote fellowship, worship, and discipleship among Christian athletics and students.

Filthy Club

Sponsors:

 Dr. Jane Welch- welch.jane@mail.fcboe.org

Filthy Club provides a clean environment for McIntosh students eating in the courtyard.  

Find Your Talent Club

Sponsors:

Mark Kienast - kienast.mark@mail.fcboe.org

To help students find their interests and passions

GSA

Sponsor:

Aaron Rafter- rafter.aaron@mail.fcboe.org

McIntosh GSA CLub will be a safe place for students of all genders, religions, race, and sexuality.  The club will host group bonding and support sessions, along with completing fun activities and provide a place for friendships to blossom.  

HOSA: Future Health Professionals 

Sponsor:

Jacqueline Burgess- burgess.jacqueline@mail.fcboe.org

To promote student interest in health occupations.

Interact Club

Sponsors:

Taylor Steen- steen.taylor@mail.fcboe.org

To bring together young people and develop leadership skills

Key Club

Sponsors:

Laurette Edenfield - edenfield.laurette@mail.fcboe.org

Wendy Mabon - mabon.wendy@mail.fcboe.org

To promote community service.

McIntosh Young Entrepreneurs

Sponsors:

Allen Beall - beall.allen@mail.fcboe.org

A club that educates high school students about entrepreneurship and assists them in their own entrepreneurial pursuits.  

PALS

Sponsor:

Carrie Smith - smith.carried@mail.fcboe.org

PALS Website

Regular meetings are held during A, B, & C lunches. Other organized events will be before and after school. Students may come for any part of that time as transportation allows. Chatting with friends, snacking on breakfast food, and announcement of upcoming events will take place. Social activities will be scheduled after school each month  on various afternoons. Time and date will be decided by members.  Previous events have included Bingo, Halloween Party, Board Game Day, Homecoming poster making, attend MHS sports events. Teachers will be present. Club members may be allowed to volunteer at Fayette County Special Olympics in the spring if they meet requirements of participation and grades. All students may join and experience friendships at MHS.  Dues of $10.00 will be collected in order to receive a P.A.L.S. T shirt.. Scholarships are available.

PAWS

Sponsor:

Shery Kearney- kearney.shery@mail.fcboe.org

To raise money for the Fayette Humane Society. To inspire the importance of charity, creativity and leadership and to offer student a way to help their community

Podcast Club

Sponsor:

Angie Rees- rees.angie@mail.fcboe.org

A club focused on listening and discussing a wide variety of podcasts in order to spread a new, eclectic view of the world.  

PTSO Club

Sponsor:

Bree Heaton - heaton.bree@mail.fcboe.org

To aid and support the PTSO and to operate the Outpost (school store.)

Rachel's Challenge

Sponsor:

Andrea Lakly- lakly.andrea@mail.fcboe.org

To promote anti-bullying and good citizenship at McIntosh High School and our community

Responders Club

Sponsor:

Maureen Ciccone- ciccone.maureen@mail.fcboe.org

The Responders Club aims to give back to the first responders of our community who risk their lives to keep us safe.  

SAT Club

Sponsor:

Lynne Bruschetti - bruschetti.lynne@mail.fcboe.org

SAT Club provides an environment for students to discuss techniques for taking the SAT, taking practice exams, and hearing teachers and students share their tips and experiences.    

The Society for Social Equality

Sponsor:

Amanda Breland - breland.amanda@mail.fcboe.org

The purpose of the Society for Social Equality is to promote intersectional equality and raise awareness and funds for select non-profit organizations to help aid our community, with a focus on women.  

Skills USA

Sponsor:

Lauren Bozone - bozone.lauren@mail.fcboe.org

SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers and industry working together to ensure America has an educated and skilled workforce. SkillsUSA's mission is to empower its members to become world-class students, workers, leaders and responsible American citizens. SkillsUSA helps each student excel. The McIntosh SkillsUSA organization/club is entering its 4th exciting year. We have monthly meetings and holiday events. We sponsor an annual community service project. In the spring, we enter competitive events in graphic design, engineering, architectural design, entrepreneurship, healthcare science, computer science, and family and consumer science. We show off our talents and skills and win prizes and recognition all while having a great time together. We have had first and third place winners at national competitions in 2013 and 2014. We are looking for fun, enthusiastic students to join us. It is a great time and looks excellent on a college resume.

#StayConscious

Sponsor:

Taylor Steen- steen.taylor@mail.fcboe.org

Offering perspectives on systemic oppression, as well as, education on social justice issues that extend beyond the typical rhetoric.  

TSA (Technology Student Association)

Sponsor:

Dave Thomas - thomas.david@mail.fcboe.org

To promote technological literacy, leadership, and problem solving.

Ultimate Frisbee

Sponsor:

Taylor Steen - steen.taylor@mail.fcboe.org

A McIntosh group that meets monthly to play Ultimate Frisbee.  

Unicef Club

Sponsor:

Kelly McMahon- mcmahon.kelly@mail.fcboe.org

Student-led group that partners with the U.S. Fund for UNICEF to educate, advocate and fundraise on behalf of children, and in support of UNICEF’s lifesaving work. The clubs are supported by U.S. Fund for UNICEF staff and by a student-led National Council

The Unity Project

Sponsor:

Aaron Rafter- rafter.aaron@mail.fcboe.org

The Unity Project is a club whose purpose is to engage in and initiate volunteer projects within our community.  

Women's Outreach Organization

Sponsor:

Anna Lee Harbison- harbison.anna@mail.fcboe.org

Women's Outreach Organization is a club which promotes inclusion, acceptance, and equality for all genders, as well as, raising funds for international organizations and guest speakers.