Student Clubs
Research has shown that after school programs have a positive impact on students’ academic performance, social connectedness and college/career readiness.
If you are interested in starting a club at school, please see the office staff and we can share more about the process for starting a new club.
Scroll below to view a full list of student clubs at HMS.
Knowledge Bowl is an academic trivia tournament sport offered at Hockinson Middle School and Hockinson High School.
STEM Ambassadors at Hockinson Middle School create engineering projects and blueprints that are presented each year at the Vancouver Mall and Hockinson Fun Days.
Homework club supports students in need of additional support with homework.
In the Girls STEM club, students complete hands-on projects like building robots.
3:16 Club
The club will be "a place to find love, and develop community, friendship, and a relationship with God". We will meet Tuesdays, from 3:30 to 4:30.
Drawing Club
Drawing club meets weekly and gives students a chance to practice their art skills. All are welcome.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
Mrs. Ruby leads our Dungeons and Dragons club. Stop by for a friendly game.
Girl's STEM
Girl's STEM consists of three different modules designed to get HMS girls interested and engaged in STEM activities outside of the classroom. Girls can join for just one module, or attend all three.
Homework Club
Homework Club is held Tuesdays from 3:30pm-4:30pm (Ms. Dennis - room 113) and on Thursdays from 8-8:45am (Ms. Dennis - room 113) and 3:30pm-4:30pm (Ms. Stivers - room 215). Drop by for quiet work time or help with assignments.
Jazz Band
Please check with Mrs. Ritenburgh if you are interested in auditioning for the HMS Jazz Band.
Math Counts
Math Counts is a national middle school math competition that builds problem-solving skills and fosters achievement through four levels of 'bee' style contests. Information will be sent home to students in Honors 7/8 Math, Math 8, and Algebra.
Math Olympiad
Math Olympiad is open to students in grades 6, 7, and 8. Students join grade-level teams to practice and have fun competing for medal and ribbons by doing math. The regional competition usually takes place in April.
Rainbow Club
Rainbow Club is a student-led group that meets weekly and provides community, visibility, and support for LGBTQ+ students and allies. Everyone is welcome. Pick up a permission slip from the office if you are interested in joining.
STEM Ambassadors
Show your engineering projects and blueprints at Hockinson Fun Days and at the Vancouver Mall. Projects consist of robotics, bridges, Rube Goldberg machines, catapults, rockets, dragsters, and many more.
Technology Club
Spanish Club
Spanish Club is a group which explores the beauty and significance of the Spanish language and cultures of Spanish-speaking countries.