For any student interested in developing creativity through drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture. 

Sponsor: Cait Henneberry

Battle of the Books is for students who enjoy reading and discussing books. Students are given a list of books to read in the early fall. They have until December to read the books from the list. Anyone who wishes to be considered for the team needs to take a preliminary test in December. 

Sponsor: Laura Kleman

Partnership of Learning Lab and Sunset Sabers.

Sponsor: Abigail Hardage

Speech and Debate is one of the most transformative and enriching clubs. Beyond the competitions, you'll become part of a supportive community of creative minds, fostering lasting friendships. Embrace this opportunity to grow intellectually, emotionally, and socially!

Meetings are held each Tuesday from 3:15 pm to 4:15 pm.

Sponsor: Victoria Dunn Miller

SMS Kindness Club meets after school once or twice a month in room 232 for one hour, and the pick-up time is 4:00 pm. Mr. Kuhl is beginning his second year as a 6th Grade ELA teacher at Sunset Middle School. He is also the head wrestling coach and assistant cross-country coach. Parents can email Mike Kuhl with any questions about the SMS Kindness Club.

Sponsor: Mike Kuhl

Math Club is an after-school enrichment program designed to provide students with opportunities to further explore their love for math. Students will prepare for and participate in math competitions. All grade levels are welcome to attend once they have completed the permission form and paid the club fee.

Sponsor: Jenny DeHart

Fee: $35 (covers club t-shirt and 1 competition)

Model United Nations is open to all students. The Model United Nations conference is in late fall. Student country delegations will either meet on Mondays or Wednesdays after school.

Sponsor: Caroline Carroll and Kate Doyle

Membership is open to students who have been at Sunset Middle for at least one semester. To be eligible, students must maintain a high GPA (cumulative 3.60+) and be active in their school and community.

Sponsor: TBA

Power of the Pen is an opportunity for students in the gifted program to submit original pieces of writing consistent with the chosen theme for the school year. The gifted teacher selects the top writers to participate in a one-day event, where students meet local published authors who will critique their pieces. Students leave with advice and critiques to sharpen their writing skills and continue to grow as young authors.

Sponsor: Amanda McBryar

Students work in groups to research, design, build and code a robot to complete specific tasks. We use VEX IQ Robotics parts and students will learn block coding using the vex coding website. Students will compete locally against other middle schools and try to qualify for the state competition and even the world competition!

Time: After school beginning in September and ends in May

Events: Monthly scrimmages and competitions. Please contact Coach Turner with any questions.

Sponsor: Jared Turner

Science Club - Science Club is an after school hands-on club where students conduct experiments, do STEM challenges, and try to have some fun with trial and error. There are only about 6 meetings. There is a small fee and the club sign-ups start near early October due to limited space.

Sponsor: Michale McKaig

Science Olympiad is a competitive science team that competes at TSU in 20+ events against other teams for a bid to go to the state competition. This club is filled with challenging and exciting events for students to enjoy and learn about science.

Sponsor: Michael McKaig

As a member of the SMS Student Council, students are expected to exemplify our tenets of respect, responsibility, and best effort. Students must be willing to fulfill the following requirements: attend monthly meetings, be available to attend and serve at all Student Council events, and maintain a B average or above in all classes. We are looking for mature, dedicated students representing a variety of personalities, interests, and friend groups to lead their class. Elections are held in August. Students will be selected based on student vote as well as teacher input and application completion.

Sponsor: Kati Andrews

Fee: $0

Yearbook staff helps take photos, design yearbook pages, and interview/write copy.

Sponsor: Jen Keller