Student Activities/Clubs
Academic Challenge Quiz Team: The Nation Ford Academic Challenge Quiz Team competes at a district, state and national level. We participate in 6-8 meets during the school year against area high schools, most of them held during the second semester on Wednesdays from January – March. We also compete in the regional science and history bowls as well as other regional and national bowls. We practice during Flex every Thursday year-round. During practices, we break into smaller teams and compete against ourselves on the competition topics of Math, English/Literature, Social Studies, Science, Arts, sports trivia and current events. crownovera@fortmillschools.org dulal@fortmillschools.org
African American Student Association: The goal of this club is to provide students with an opportunity to engage in activities and discussions designed to help foster a better understanding of experiences and issues that impact African-American students. AASA at Nation Ford is open to all students regardless of racial and/or cultural differences. AASA welcomes diversity as it provides a table for rich discussion, understanding and acceptance. AASA is student governed with supervision provided by Dr. Ben Seisay. seisayb@fortmillschools.org
American Sign Language: The American Sign Language (ASL) Club at Nation Ford High School is a fun group where students learn to sign and explore Deaf culture. Member’s practice ASL through games, activities, and conversations, making it easy to learn and have fun together. Using American Sign Language (ASL) later in life enhances communication skills, opens up diverse career opportunities, and fosters cultural awareness. It promotes empathy, strengthens social connections, and supports advocacy for accessibility. Additionally, learning ASL boosts cognitive abilities and personal confidence, making it a valuable skill that enriches both personal and professional experiences. Wednesdays in B509 during FLEX. callahanj@fortmillschools.org
Art Club: Art Club provides members with opportunities to express individuality through artwork. The work is displayed in unique ways by the schools, community and members themselves. The Art Club meets on the second and fourth Wednesday every month during flex in E204. colblera@fortmillschools.org
Beta Club: Beta Club is a student-led service organization. "We lead by serving others." NFHS Beta Club members consist of sophomores, juniors, and seniors. To remain a member of the Nation Ford National Beta Club, you must maintain a GPA of 3.8 (on the SC scale), participate in service activities, attend meetings, and remain in good moral standing, no suspensions. The club will meet on the third Monday of every month. Students can choose to attend the morning meeting at 8:00 am or the meeting during FLEX. lampleyj@fortmillschools.org or wheelerr@fortmillschools.org
Cancer Kids First: We are Nation Ford's chapter of the world's largest youth led pediatric cancer nonprofit. We strive to normalize the hospital environment and build a supportive community for patients through service programs. We donate cards, crafts, toys, gifts and care packages. We also host interactive virtual events. All are welcome to join us in this mission to put kids with cancer first! We meet every other Wednesday. gaineyk@fortmillschools.org
Chess Club: Chess Club's mission is to enrich students through the game of chess by not only learning life lessons from chess, but to implement them in life. We strive to create a safe, fun, educational environment for everyone to play chess and enjoy. School can create lots of stress and anxiety. The chess club can act as a safe haven for all the stress and anxiety to be relieved. tellezs@fortmillschools.org
Chick-fil-A Leader Academy™ is a national high school leadership program focused on IMPACT THROUGH ACTION. The world needs more leaders who impact their local communities, and we believe high school students are the answer! Chick-fil-A Leader Academy has a seven-month curriculum, taught once per month. The program engages students with a monthly “Leader Lab” focusing on important leadership skills. In addition, students plan and implement several community-based service projects that include support of a local elementary school's academic program and the local care center's support of those in need. Throughout the program, students also plan an “impact project,” which is the culmination of the program. The impact project is student-planned and student-led. Chick-fil-A Leader Academy focuses on the following leadership insights: vision and values, servant leadership, teamwork, communication, innovation, and impact. When: during FLEX on scheduled dates as announced Where: D-502 Sponsor email: tumblink@fortmillschools.org
Club Unify: Club Unify is part of Unified Sports, a Special Olympics education and sports-based program that promotes respect through sports and social interaction. Project Unify strives to build an inclusive environment among youth with and without intellectual disabilities, as well as empowering them to be leaders and agents for change. It meets daily during FLEX in B-103 unless otherwise noted. clenshawm@fortmillschools.org ensleyj@fortmillschools.org
NAFO Cornhole Club: The NAFO Cornhole Club is a student-led organization at Nation Ford dedicated to promoting the game of cornhole. Members participate in weekly games, learn new skills, and foster a sense of community through friendly competition. The club aims to provide a fun and engaging extracurricular activity for students of all skill levels. johnsonjd@fortmillschools.org
Esports Club / Team: Esports is new in FMSD and at NAFO. Esports, also known as Electronic Sports, is a growing sport that involves competitive video games. Being part of the Esports Club provides the following life skills such as: Teamwork, Communication, Strategy, Critical thinking, to be a part of a well-rounded and cooperative team plus possible scholarship opportunities. We play Rocket League, League of Legends, Super Smash Bros., Super Mario Kart 8, Chess online and new this year Valorant in brand new gaming computers and Nintendo Switches. We meet as a club every Thursday. We compete in the High School Esports League throughout the year. All levels welcome. Mrs. Lopez Torres lopeztorresm@fortmillschools.org and Mr. Truesdale truesdaled@fortmillschools.org D503 Remind: @khabhe Google Classroom Code: hfrxaml
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes): Mission Statement: FCA is a Christian organization that inspires students to develop their Christian faith and come together in worship, fellowship, service, and study. Our sponsors are Ms. Byrd, Ms. Adamson, Ms. Jensen, and Ms. Tumblin. We meet every Thursday in the practice gym during FLEX. You can sign up by using our Remind text: @NAFOFC for upcoming events. byrda@fortmillschools.org, adamsonm@fortmillschools.org, jensenm@fortmillschools.org, tumblink@fortmillschools.org
FFA (Future Farmers of America): FFA is a student organization for those interested in agriculture and leadership. But FFA is not just for students who want to be production farmers; FFA also welcomes members who aspire to careers as teachers, doctors, scientists, business owners and more. Meetings are held once a month with other activities spread throughout the month as well. FFA is a national organization with local chapters in all 50 states. FFA chapter members participate in educational travel, competitions, community service, & leadership activities. parkerl@fortmillschools.org millertb@fortmillschools.org
Fitness Club: This club is an introduction to fitness. Each week we do a 30-minute routine that focuses on either cardio or strength training. Meets in A-521 each Wednesday. Sponsor - Burriss burrissj@fortmillschools.org
Flock Shop (school store): This club is responsible for everything related to managing and running the school store, including deciding on and designing the products and apparel that are sold, determining quantities to order and pricing, managing inventory, working with other clubs/organizations to stock their branded products, staffing the shop with volunteer students, and promoting the entire product line. All students who have had a level 1 Digital Art & Design class at Nation Ford are eligible to join. millertb@fortmillschools.org scottt@fortmillschools.org
French Club: This group meets to explore and celebrate French culture and language. All are welcome. Meetings and events are designed to promote the French program here at NaFo and to create a greater awareness of French influence in the U.S. and in the world. We enjoy sharing French food, videos, and fun facts and stories about French-speaking cultures. Meetings are often on Wednesdays in FLEX but will also be scheduled around French holidays or events. gaineyk@fortmillschools.org
GeoGuessr Club: GeoGuessr Club is a once-a-week experience where students get to play GeoGuessr with and against their friends/peers. There are 3 main focuses with the club: 1. Geographical Knowledge: Lots of people in the world can’t tell the difference between a lot of places across the world a lot of times so the point of this club is to boost students’ geographical knowledge, while also having fun. 2. Fun: Fun times with friends while also competing in a game. 3. Diversity: Like previously stated, this will help students become more diverse geographically while also on top of that with other cultures/languages/landscapes. freemanc@fortmillschools.org
Happy Birthday Teacher Club: Students have the opportunity to give back to their teachers. We make a balloon and a little bag of candy to give to the teacher along with a sweet happy birthday song. ratcliffj@fortmillschools.org
Helping Hands: Helping Hands are dedicated to connecting students with a variety of community-led organizations, offering diverse opportunities for meaningful service. Our goal is to inspire students to make a positive impact by engaging in hands-on projects that address real-world needs. Our mission is to find fun interactive ways to make a meaningful impact and bring positive change to strengthen our school and our community. We meet every other week on Wednesdays during Flex in D509. boyd@fortmillschools.org
HOSA(Future a non-profit, student-led organization of Future Health Professionals for students enrolled in health science and biomedical sciences programs and serving those interested in pursuit of careers in health and biomedical professions. HOSA’s purpose is to develop leadership and technical competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition, which is an integral part of the instructional program. This student-led organization provides opportunities for students to practice and refine their academics, technical, leadership and teamwork skills to achieve seamless transition from classroom to career. jacksonl@fortmillschools.org kuhli@fortmillschools.org ahla@fortmillschools.org
Indian Cultural Organization: The goal of this club is to provide students with an opportunity to engage in activities and discussions about the Indian Culture. ICO at Nation Ford is open to all students regardless of racial and/or cultural differences. ICO welcomes diversity as it provides a table for rich discussion, understanding and acceptance. Meetings occur every other Monday in Room B518. yagatileee@fortmillschools.org
International Club: The International Club strives to teach all students the value of cultural awareness through education and dialogue with people from other countries in order to promote positive community and global relations. Each club meeting focuses on the cultural practices, products, and perspectives of a certain country. Students who are from that country will present some facts about it, but the main purpose is to explain or debunk common stereotypes and teach others about their native culture. Students do NOT need to be from a foreign country to join; all are welcome. The first meeting will be held on Tuesday, Sept. 26th in the auditorium. Members must join the Remind by texting @deaeef to 81010. Sponsors are Ms. Sims simst@fortmillschools.org, Mr. Figuero figueroj@fortmillschools.org, Ms. Lucci luccim@fortmillschools.org, and Ms. Perdomo perdomoa@fortmillschools.org
Magic the Gathering Club: Magic the Gathering was the first trading card game released in 1993 and pioneered the way for all others including Pokémon. If you want to learn how to play or you already know how to play and are looking for an opponent to challenge, this club is for you. Game stores have Friday Night Magic, but we can have Friday afternoon Magic each week during FLEX. When and where: Friday during FLEX in N102 with Mr. Larson. October meeting days are the 10/18 and 10/25. larsond@fortmillschools.org
Mental Wealth Club: Mental Wealth is an all-inclusive club that focuses on educating people about mental health and bringing awareness to mental health differences; by enriching the mindsets of students, we can help others and ourselves. This club was started to shape a new culture, let others be represented, and let people express themselves. We will educate the old and new generation by bringing a long-needed awareness to the mental diversity in our communities. browncw@fortmillschools.org
Model UN (Model United Nations): Model UN is an organization in which students can role-play delegates of the United Nations as well as simulate United Nations committees. Skills gained by participating in this club include research, writing, public speaking and cooperation with students from other schools. Students have the opportunity to participate in a training conference or formal competition in the fall and the annual Winthrop University Model UN Conference in March. We will meet every Tuesday from 3:10 - 4:00 in room N502. bartsh@fortmillschools.org liskd@fortmillschools.org
National Art Honor Society: National Art Honor Society is an academic club for academic-achieving art students. These students work to create art for the school and community. Meetings will be on the first and third Wednesday every month during flex in E204. coblera@fortmillschools.org
National Honor Society: The National Honor Society is a nationwide organization for high school students in the United States. Selection is based on four criteria: scholarship, leadership, service, and character. Students at Nation Ford High School must be juniors or seniors and have at least a 3.75 unweighted GPA to be considered for membership. Students are selected by a Faculty Council through an application process in the spring of each school year. All student members must also reflect on the program's respective pillars to be inducted - and they must continue demonstrating these pillars within their community throughout their membership. https://sites.google.com/fmsdmail.org/nafonhs/home grossoehmej@fortmillschools.org griffint@fortmillschools.org
Performing Arts Company/International Thespian Society: The International Thespian Society (ITS), founded in 1929, is an honorary organization for high school theatre students located at more than 4200 affiliated secondary schools across America, Canada, and abroad. The mission of ITS is to honor student achievement in the theatre arts. High school inductees are known as Thespians. ITS is a division of the Educational Theatre Association (EdTA). International Thespian Club meeting as needed. addisonc@fortmillschools.org
Photography Club: Are you interested in photography? Do you use your digital camera or the camera on your phone and LOVE to share your pictures? Then come and share in Photography Club! You do not need to own a fancy camera or even a camera at all! You can use the camera on your cell phone. Each month there will be a unique theme for photos, and each person will share up to ten to twelve photos that center around the chosen theme. Meeting Location: Room N509 Meeting Time: Third Thursday of the month during FLEX. hedrickr@fortmillschools.org Load 10-12 pictures in Google Classroom that relate to the monthly theme. Join Code: gs2lkbd
Pickleball: Pickleball club is new to Nation Ford. With the rise in popularity of the sport, we decided that it was time we brought the fun to Nation Ford. This club, founded by some eager students, teaches teamwork, strategy, and hand eye coordination, all while having fun with your friends. There is a fee on pay fees if you are interested in joining to help get the equipment needed to get the club up and running. After you join, bring your paddle and come join us on the old tennis courts or inside in the Aux Gym, depending on the weather, every Tuesday.
Sponsors: Coach E: EisenhartC@fortmillschools.org, Mr. Lawhun: LawhunM@fortmillschools.org, and Mrs. Tumblin: TumblinK@fortmillschools.org
Prom Club: Students help plan, organize, setup and cleanup to make the night enjoyable for the faculty and students. Come get involved to make this year's prom the best yet! samsj@fortmillschools.org millertb@fortmillschools.org
Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society: Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society seeks to encourage, support and recognize individual student excellence, initiative and achievement in scholastic journalism. Students must have an overall GPA of at least 3.0 and must have taken at least 2 semesters of a course in the journalism program (Intro to Journalism, newspaper, yearbook, broadcast, and/or creative writing). Students must also be recommended for membership by the publication advisers. swanne@fortmillschools.org soltr@fortmillschools.org
Red Cross: Red Cross Club is a group that provides you and your peers with opportunities to make a difference by addressing your community’s greatest needs and developing leadership skills. Red Cross Club empowers you with knowledge and life-saving skills to help prepare your school and community to respond to emergencies. Meeting Times: during FLEX as needed (C516) Sponsor: Brittany Sandy sandyba@fortmillschools.org
Robotics Club: The Nation Ford Robotics club is an integrated STEM education program. This year we will participate in SeaPerch. SeaPerch guides participants through a real-world engineering and design project centered around building an underwater ROV wilsons@fortmillschools.org
Rosary Club: The Rosary Club is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community of faith rooted in Catholic tradition. Our mission is to create a supportive space where students can deepen their spiritual lives through studying the Bible, praying the Rosary, and embracing the power of reflection. We gather regularly to share our experiences, find strength in our faith, and encourage one another as we navigate life's challenges. While the Club is rooted in the Catholic Faith, we warmly welcome people from different denominations to join us in prayer and reflection. The Rosary Club believes in the importance of faith, friendship, and community as essential pillars for overcoming struggles, growing in spirit, and building lasting connections. All are welcome to join us on this journey of spiritual growth and shared devotion. luccim@fortmillschools.org
Safe Zone: Safe Zone is a safe place for gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and straight allies to support each other and learn more about the LGBTQ community. We’d love for you to attend our informational meetings to see what we are all about. We meet on the Second and Fourth Wednesdays of the month during FLEX in B110. For text reminders, text “@NFSafeZone” to 81010 to sign up for our Remind messages. For more information, contact Mr. Whittemore in room B110 or via email whittemorej@fortmillschools.org
Spanish Club: Spanish Club provides an inclusive environment where students engage in culturally enriching activities such as Latin crafts and Spanish-language board games. It offers an opportunity for participants from all cultural backgrounds to enhance their Spanish-speaking skills while deepening their understanding of Latino culture. The club also celebrates various Latino holidays, fostering cultural appreciation and linguistic development in a collaborative, educational setting. perdomoa@fortmillschools.org.
Spirit Club: Spirit Club helps to bring all students together and give support and appreciation for the athletes at school all while promoting school spirit. Spirit Club plans/facilitates pep rallies, game night themes, Senior nights, Senior Sunrise, Adopt an Athlete and helps get the audience involved at athletic events. Spirit Club is one of the driving forces behind school-wide projects and events. Meetings announced via Remind (text @spiritnafo to 81010 to receive info) or join Google Classroom https://meet.google.com/yye-wihz-skr Advisor: Holly Gibbs gibbsh@fortmillschools.org
Student Council: NFHS Student Council is an organization that is led by students and supervised by adult sponsors. The purpose of the student council is to give students an opportunity to develop leadership by organizing and implementing school activities and service projects. Events are planned to promote school spirit and community involvement. Senators from each grade level are elected by the student body and class representatives are invited by the sponsors in the fall of each school year. burtg@fortmillschools.org , manellis@fortmillschools.org
Students Sheltering Students: Students Sheltering Students is a club dedicated to assisting local shelters that house youth. We work with organizations like the Children’s Attention Home and Defend the Fatherless to organize donation drives and prepare meals. Students interesting in joining can reach out to Beth Sidwell or attend any meeting. Meetings are the first and third Tuesday of each month during FLEX in B120. sidwellb@fortmillschools.org
Sustainability Club: Our mission is to spread awareness of local environmental issues and sustainable practices. We will encourage students to become leaders in the community and stewards of our local environment. Anyone who cares about the environment and wants to help make our school more sustainable is welcome to join! We will meet as a club twice a month on Tuesdays during flex and collect recycling around the school every Thursday (any and all volunteers needing service hours welcome). Bree Bingham binghamb@fortmillschools.org
Voices for Diversity: Voices for Diversity is a club that works to create an inclusive school environment in which all voices are heard and all feel like they are safe and belong. We meet twice a month during Flex. Through various projects, collaboration with other clubs, and student activism, we strive to promote positive change at Nation Ford. simmonss@fortmillschools.org manellis@fortmillschools.org
Voices literary and art magazine staff: The award-winning Voices literary and art magazine staff creates, selects, and edits content for the magazine, which includes writing in all genres, art in any medium, and photography or digital images. Submissions are open to the entire student body; the staff determines theme and designs the magazine. In addition, interested staff members may also choose to attend conferences and/or compete in state and regional contests. The Voices lit mag staff welcomes students in grades 9-12 who are passionate about literary or fine arts. The staff will meet during FLEX (day TBD) once a week in room D109 with adviser Beth Swann. swanne@fortmillschools.org
Women's Empowerment: Women’s Empowerment is a diverse and inclusive club that is welcome to all who truly care and want to make an impact. We hope to strengthen our community by empowering and uplifting women locally and around the globe. Importantly, also bringing awareness to the social and economic struggles that women still face in the world today. This club works to support women of all races, ethnicities, and nationalities, which will be reflected in the organizations and charities we work with and the news stories we bring attention to in our school. Women’s Empowerment will be hosting fun events every month to benefit women in need and build a positive community! We meet on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month in D508. jensenm@fortmillschools.org wacasters@fortmillschools.org
YCI: Youth Commission International Clubs are student-led gatherings on high school campuses to pray, study God's Word, enjoy snacks and fellowship with the goal of shining the light of Jesus and showing authentic love to every student. The meeting time will be every Monday during FLEX in room D112. Contact Mrs. K or Ms. Ahl for more details. kozlowskir@fortmillschools.org or ahla@fortmillschools.org
Yearbook: The Yearbook Club was created for those students who would like to participate in the production of our school’s annual yearbook. Some students want a taste of what the class does when we meet, while others want to contribute, though they cannot make room for the class in their schedules. You may help us get photos at sporting events or other school events. You may help us with layout or other design aspects. You may enjoy talking to people and helping us get interviews and even write stories and captions. murphya@fortmillschools.org
Youth 4 Abolition (Y4A): This is a club that wants to educate about modern day slavery and use activism to help stop human trafficking. Meeting time is the second Thursday of every month during FLEX in room D112. Please contact Mrs. K or Ms. Ahl if interested. kozlowskir@fortmillschools.org or ahla@fortmillschools.org