Clubs

Lower School Art Club

Let’s create! If you enjoy drawing, painting, and all things art, then join Mrs. Plyler in the art room for Art Club! This club is open to 3rd-5th grade students and they will explore artistic techniques and be inspired to use their imagination as they explore and create art with like-minded classmates. Students will be reminded that God is the Master Artist, and we glorify Him when we use our artistic abilities as a way to worship Him. Register here
Sponsor: Michele Plyler

Bucket Drums

“Praise His name with dancing; play drums and harps in praise of Him!” In Bucket drums club, students will learn takadimi to read and play rhythms, we will worship together with the sound of triumphant drums for the Lord! Students will also take part in several performances, one being MCA's Grandparent's Day. 
Sponsor: Allie Ferro 

Gospel Choir

“I will extol the LORD at all time; His praise will always be on my lips.” Psalm 34:1 In Gospel Choir 4^thand 5^th grade students will learn singing techniques as well as the importance of praising the Lord through song! Students will also participate in several performances throughout the year, including MCA's Grandparent's Day. 
Sponsor: Allie Ferro 

outdoor Adventure Club

You’re capable of more than you can imagine! Get outside your comfort zone with Outdoor Adventure Club! Gain new skills like fire starting, geocaching, shelter building, bushcraft and much more. Improve your outdoor knowledge, connect with nature, and develop a stronger passion for wildlife and being good stewards of all God’s creation. 
Sponsor: Kevin Pimentel

BIBLE STUDY

NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY (7th/8th grades by invitation only)

This is an academic honor society for those students who have been invited to participate in grades 7-9. The Metrolina Christian Academy Calloway Chapter of the NJHS requires a numeric average of 95 or higher to be invited to apply. Students must also have attended MCA for a full year to be eligible (new students may transfer from an NJHS chapter of another school). Membership into NJHS will also be based upon careful consideration of scholarship, leadership, service, and Christian character by our faculty sponsors. Invitations to apply are sent to eligible students at the beginning of 3^rd quarter each year. The annual NJHS induction ceremony takes place in February. NJHS will meet the 1^st Thursday morning of every month at 7:30am in Room F203.
Sponsors: Lori Dulin & Susan Seward
Membership Fee: $30 

NERF-OLOGY

Do you ever wonder how everyday objects, like Nerf Blasters and dart guns, actually work? If you're a curious middle schooler with a knack for taking things apart to discover their inner workings, then the Nerf-ology Club is the perfect place for you! Led by 11^th grader Tate Ferguson, this exciting new club is all about exploring the science and mechanics behind these fun toys we all love. You'll get hands-on experience dissecting and understanding Nerf Blasters, uncovering their secrets, and even learning how to improve their performance. It's a fantastic opportunity to delve into the world of engineering and discover the science behind everyday objects. Neurology club will meet the 2^nd & 4^th Fridays of each month from 3:10-4:00pm in room B415. Register here.
Sponsors: Rachel Cook & Tate Ferguson
Membership Fee: $10

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

The Middle School Student Government is where young leaders take the stage! Our student government is a dynamic body, composed of elected representatives from each grade, who come together to voice the concerns and aspirations of our middle school community. Regular meetings are a platform for meaningful discussions on school issues and a space where ideas take root and grow. Together, we can be the change we want to see! Student Government will meet the 2^nd Friday each month, 7:30-8:00am in the Sossoman Chapel.
Sponsors: Charlotte Hensley & Rachel Cook
Membership Fee: $20

ASTRONOMY CLUB

The Astronomy Club exists to encourage and enhance students’ knowledge and passion of and for Astronomy.  Students will become "backyard astronomers” by taking a hands-on approach to learning the art of stargazing. The Astronomy Club’s goal is to show students that God is the creator and sustainer of a dynamic, vast and amazing yet accessible universe. Students will explore various topics such as deep sky objects (galaxies, star clusters and nebulas) and solar system objects (planets, moons, comets, etc.).  They will also begin building astronomy skills including reading star charts and working with stargazing equipment. Finally, students will have the monthly opportunity to stargaze using an 8' or 24' Dobsonian telescope.  These monthly outings really put the stars in stellar perspective! Scheduled field trips will be announced, weather and moon allowing. Register here.
Sponsors: Mr. Summey and Mr. Morgan
Membership Fee: $30

CHAPEL PRAYER GROUP

INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETY

The International Thespian Society (ITS) is an honor society for those students with talent in the performing arts both onstage and backstage. ITS provides opportunities to showcase student successes through induction ceremonies, honor rank advancement, awards, and scholarships. Elected officers provide student leadership opportunities under the guidance of the troupe director. See Mrs. Verna Clark for eligibility and pertinent information. ITS meets the third Thursday of each month in A-102 at 7:30am. 
Sponsors: Mrs. Clark
Membership Fee: $25

LITERARY CLUB

The literary club is intended to be a place to discuss films and literature (geared toward the interests of students), encourage creative writing, develop a literary arts magazine, and work with lower school students to develop a love of the arts. All of this will be done in a relaxed and positive atmosphere. This is the place to enjoy English without being graded! Literary club meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7:45am. 
Sponsors: M. Girard & S. Niday
Membership Fee: No Fee

MEDICAL CLUB

Medical Club meets the 2nd Friday of each month in D102 at lunch. More information about this club will be forthcoming.
Sponsors: Mrs. Gibbs

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (By invitation only)

This is an academic honor society for students in grades 10 - 12 who have attended MCA for at least one full year, are enrolled in two or more core honors courses and meet academic criteria listed below. The Metrolina Christian Academy Calloway Chapter of the National Honor Society requires a minimum cumulative GPA of 4.0 and a numeric average of 95 or higher in order to be invited to apply. Students must also have attended MCA for a full year to be eligible. Membership into NHS will also be based upon careful consideration of scholarship, leadership, service, and Christian character by our Faculty Council. Invitations to apply are sent to eligible students after the end of 1st semester each year. The annual NHS Induction takes place in February. NHS meets at 7:45 a.m. in D107 every first Thursday of the month.
Sponsors: Mr. Risley and Mrs. Aceta
Membership Fee: $35

NATIONAL JUNIOR HONOR SOCIETY (9th Graders by invitation only)

This is an academic honor society for those students who have been invited to participate in grades 7-9. The Metrolina Christian Academy Calloway Chapter of the NJHS requires a numeric average of 95 or higher to be invited to apply. Students must also have attended MCA for a full year to be eligible.  Transfer NJHS students from another school can apply. Membership into NJHS will also be based upon careful consideration of scholarship, leadership, service, and Christian character by our faculty sponsors. Invitations to apply are sent to eligible students after the end of 2nd quarter each year. The annual NJHS induction ceremony takes place in February.  Meeting will be in Mrs. Charity’s room E105 the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:45AM.
Sponsors: Mr. Girard and Mrs. Charity
Membership Fee: $30

STUDENT GOVERNMENT

Student Government is designed to encourage students to participate in leadership roles among their peers.  They take part in and support school spirit by sponsoring ball games.  They plan and organize activities that promote school spirit and involvement. Student government representatives are chosen through an application process in the spring of every school year. Student government meets the first Friday of every month at 7:45am in A104. 
Sponsors: Mrs. Ferguson and Mrs. Miller
Membership Fee: $30

TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY (by invitation only)

The Tri-M Music Honor Society is an NAfME program that recognizes outstanding music students in secondary level school. Tri-M activities increase students’ school and community involvement with music. Tri-M members are selected based on their academic and musical achievement as well as on their strength of character. Chapters invite qualified students from any organized music ensemble or class in their school to join this international music honor society. Chapter members regularly get involved with community-service activities and music-enrichment events, nurturing a more cohesive, broad, and unified music program. Meetings are on the second Friday of each month in A102 at 7:30am.
Sponsors: Mrs. Clark and Mr. Owens
Membership Fee: No Fee

WARRIOR SERVANT LEADERSHIP/INTERACT

The Warrior Servant Leadership Program is more than an opportunity for high school students to serve, but an attitude and commitment for the community of administrative staff, teachers, support staff, and students of Metrolina to follow the commands of the scripture and the model of Christ seen in Matthew 20:26-28. The WSL Program is a school wide pledge to create more opportunities for service and leadership in an effort to cultivate a lifestyle of service. The WSL Program is open to all high school students. Any student interested in the program must sign the WSL Program statement of commitment, complete and submit the application, as well as participate in service and leadership opportunities that meet the required hours. Students who complete the WSL Program will receive recognition at graduation as well as qualify for the WSL Scholarship. The first meeting for returning members is October 1st, and the first meeting for ALL members (returning and new) is November 5th. Then meetings are the first Tuesday of each month at 7:40am in E101.
Sponsors: Mrs. Edenfield, Mrs. Manzo and Mrs. Wooten
Membership Fee: No Fee