Clubs & Activities

Sponsor:
Chelsea Whitaker
 
Sponsor Email:
cwhitaker@zcs.k12.in.us
 
Agriculture Club seeks to learn and educate about sustainable ways to grow food and raise livestock.  We will learn about gardening, animal husbandry, composting and all things permaculture.  

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Brenda Jalaie

Sponsor Email

bjalaie@zcs.k12.in.us

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Summer Stone

Sponsor Email
sstone@zcs.k12.in.us

Art Club is designed for all levels of creative students.  We work with a variety of materials that students are interested in experiencing for the first time.  Students suggest future projects and plan out all of the demonstrations for the club meetings.  Art Club also loves to work outside of the classroom on community murals or props for organizations needing a little extra creativity.  Art Club meets every other Wednesday from 3:40 - 4:30. Dues are $20 which includes a t-shirt and all supplies for the year.  Please confirm meeting dates and times with the club sponsor.

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Jessica Sterling

Sponsor Email:
jsterling@zcs.k12.in.us

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Matt Mulholland

Sponsor Email
mmulholland@zcs.k12.in.us

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Brittany Moon

Sponsor Email
bmoon@zcs.k12.in.us

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Members share baked goods based around a different theme for each meeting. 

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Amanda Lucas/Karen Cohen

Sponsor Email
alucas@zcs.k12.in.us kcohen@zcs.k12.in.us

Best Buddies is a club that builds one – one friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through their participation in the Best Buddies Club, people with intellectual and developmental disabilities form meaningful connections with their peers, gain self-confidence and self-esteem and share interests, experiences and activities that many other individuals enjoy. We have grown to be the largest Best Buddies Club in Indiana by having club members who are sincere in making sure the Buddies have a positive experience and are included in everyday life experiences.

Sponsors Adelpha Twyman     Members All ZCHS students

History of Black Student Union

The ZCHS BSU was founded in 2018 by a group of dedicated and passionate students and their sponsor, Mrs. Adelpha Twyman.

Sponsor
Liz Overberg

Sponsor Email
loverberg@zcs.k12.in.us

The ZCHS Book Club allows students to meet with their peers in a relaxed and respectful atmosphere to discuss books and socialize. Members share viewpoints, ideas, and experiences during the book discussions. The club meets the second Wednesday of each month after school in the media center from 3:45 - 4:45.

Any student is welcome to participate in Book Club or come to listen in on the discussions, and members need not read every book or come to every meeting in order to be a part of the club. 

Books are selected by members, and we read about 8 books throughout the course of the school year, including adult and young adult fiction and nonfiction titles in a variety of genres. Copies are provided to members to borrow for free as part of a membership with the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Library.

Sponsors: 
Molly Pennell

Sponsors Emails:
mpennell@zcs.k12.in.us

Bring Change 2 Mind (BC2M) is a national non-profit with the mission of ending the stigma and discrimination surrounding mental illness. 

Sponsors
Missy Huhn
Abigail Wallace

Sponsor Emails
mhuhn@zcs.k12.in.us

awallace@zcs.k12.in.us

Business Professionals of America (BPA) is a co-curricular business club that further enhances our classes by providing students with a real-life, authentic learning environment that extends well beyond the classroom. BPA prepares students for the business world through the skills of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technology. One of the highlights of the organization are its leadership conferences, enabling students to network with both professionals and students, attend leadership workshops, and compete in events against other schools from around the area, state, and country in events based on the following business categories: Finance, Administration, Information Systems, Digital Communication, and Marketing.

Sponsors 

Adriana Ferguson

Sponsor Email

aferguson@ciyfc.org

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Jessica Showalter

Sponsor Email
jshowalter@zcs.k12.in.us

CSO is a group of students interested in learning about careers in STEM. They invite guest speakers to talk about their own careers and work to help foster the importance of STEM education.

Sponsor
Brandon Shannon

Sponsor Email
bshannon@zcs.k12.in.us

Chess Club is a place where students can compete, learn new skills, and make new friends.

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Shu-Chun Tseng

Sponsor Email
stseng@zcs.k12.in.us

It is not necessary to be in Chinese class or know Chinese to be in Chinese Club!  We learn about the language, the culture, eat Chinese food, and participate in fun activities and Chinese games.  Everyone is welcome!  We meet on the third Wednesday of each month.

Sponsor
Shu-Chun Tseng

Sponsor Email
stseng@zcs.k12.in.us

This is a club for motivated learners of the Chinese Language.  Members will be given the opportunity and expected to participate in extra-curricular competitions and Chinese cultural events.  Members will be encouraged to take active service roles within the Chinese community, and supply out-of-school academic help to those just beginning to learn the Chinese language.  To apply, you must have taken at least 3 semesters of Chinese, while maintaining above a B-average.

Sponsor
Camryn Bader

Email
cbader@zcs.k12.in.us

A community for fellow Christian girls to come together and talk about God and life, learn about God, and build friendships along the way.

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Nate Underwood

Email
nunderwood@zcs.k12.in.us

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Kent London /Joe Frey

Sponsor Email

klondon@zcs.k12.in.us

jfrey@zcs.k12.in.us

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Dawn Makley

Sponsor Email

dmakley@zcs.k12.in.us

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Laura Harmon

Sponsor Emails
lharmon@zcs.k12.in.us

Debate is a club that meets August-February and competes in debate competitions that range in style from Lincoln Douglas, to Congress, to Public Forum and beyond. Debate team members practice their debate skills weekly and work with teammates to hone in on their skills and create meaningful and powerful arguments to use in competitions. Debate team has monthly competitions culminating with a state tournament and all students participating in debate learn how to appropriately communicate with opponents, how to keep calm in the face of an intense debate, and how to encourage teammates. 

Sponsor
Katie Morario

Sponsor Email
kmorario@zcs.k12.in.us

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Description
Members will meet bio-weekly to play and learn to play Dungeon’s & Dragons

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Brooke O'Mara

Sponsor Email
bomara@zcs.k12.in.us

The EKOM's plan the Freshman Kick Off day for all Freshmen and new students in August.  The EKOM's also have one follow-up with Freshmen early in the year to check on their progress.  In addition, some EKOM's volunteer to connect 1 on 1 with Freshman students that are struggling in one way or another.

The application to become an EKOM club member occurs in the spring of the year and is open to all incoming Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors.

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Trevor Chapman

Sponsor Email

tchapman@zcs.k12.in.us

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Danielle Wilson

Sponsor Email

dwilson@zcs.k12.in.us

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Kent London

Sponsor Email
klondon@zcs.k12.in.us

Entrepreneurship club is a place for people who have started a business, are wanting to start a business, and for those interested in or curious about developing businesses and making change. The club attends numerous virtual and in-person pitch and entrepreneurship competitions where members can make money and win scholarships. Previous entrepreneurship club members have won/competed in the following competitions: Zionsville Shark Pond, Innovate WithIN, University of Evansville Changemaker Challenge, K12 Innovation Challenge, Suit up x Take on Tech national challenge, etc. Through entrepreneurship club, you compete, learn how to build a business and make money, win scholarships, make connections, and add a stellar club to your resume. Reach out to Prab Jayachandran at prabanjan-jayachandr@stumail.zcs.k12.in.us with any questions.

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Bronson Lickliter

Sponsor Email

blickliter@zcs.k12.in.us

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Jared Adley

Sponsor Email

jadley@zcs.k12.in.us

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Danielle Wilson

Sponsor Email

dwilson@zcs.k12.in.us

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Dawn Makley

Sponsor Email

dmakley@zcs.k12.in.us

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Sam Chenoweth
Sponsor Email
schenoweth@zcs.k12.in.us

Description
The fall musical is a place for students who have a love for theater. 

Sponsor
Clyde Bodkin

Sponsor Email
cbodkin@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsor
Ann Bender

Sponsor Email
abender@zcs.k12.in.us

Film Club is a place for students to create and show their own short film projects.

Sponsor
Brandon Mooridian

Sponsor Email
bmooridian@zcs.k12.in.us

Fitness club promotes a healthier ZCHS by boosting students' physical, mental, and social health. Come join us while we have fun, workout, make friends, and get stronger.

Sponsor
Jenna Engelhardt

Sponsor Email
jengelhardt@zcs.k12.in.us

The French Club is an organization that goes beyond the classroom to learn more about francophone culture.  Most students are or have been enrolled in French class but we invite all students who are interested in learning about French in the world to attend.  We meet the second Tuesday of every month after school in the LGI.  Meeting include information, music, activities, and French food.  We have a few evening outings per year too.  Please plan to join us.

Sponsor

Paul Magoni

Sponsor Email

pmagoni@zcs.k12.in.us

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Ellen Shertzer

Sponsor Email
eshertzer@zcs.k12.in.us

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Dwight Moser

Email
dmoser@zcs.k12.in.us

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Marissa Flannery 

Sponsor Email
mflannery@zcs.k12.in.us

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Sponsor Email
lgeimer@zcs.k12.in.us

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Kenneth London

Sponsor Email
klondon@zcs.k12.in.us

HOSA - Future Health Professionals is a student-led medical competition club.  HOSA prepares students for careers in healthcare by giving students opportunities to attend leadership conferences and compete in events.

HOSA's mission is to empower members to become leaders in the global health community.

Sponsor
Abigail Wallace

Sponsor Email
awallace@zcs.k12.in.us

A club where students learn how to design a space, the best elements to use, and learn to design a space based on requirements or materials needed.

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Trevor Chapman

Sponsor Email

tchapman@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsor
Molly Painter

Sponsor Email
mpainter@zcs.k12.in.us

Description

Intersection is a club focused on diversity and inclusion. We mostly focus on LGBTQ+ topics but also discuss mental health, disabilities, race, and other topics relating to marginalized groups. Come meet new people, play games, learn a little, and find a supportive community! We meet every other Tuesday from 4-5 in Mr. Harrington’s room, W302.

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Mike Kelly

Sponsor Email
mkelly@zcs.k12.in.us

Intramurals are a fun way to stay active and play the following sports: 

Girls Basketball (Fall)
Volleyball (Fall)
Boys Basketball (Winter)
Soccer (Spring)
Ultimate Frisbee (Spring)
Girls Flag Football (Spring). 

The current fee is $25.

Sponsor

Sarah Avery

Email

savery@zcs.k12.in.us

The Jr. Optimist Club is a service club that does various projects throughout the year. The primary goals of the club are community service and leadership development. We offer adaptive swim lessons in partnership with the Zionsville Aquatic Center (the high school pool) throughout the year. We also do other service projects including volunteering at the Zionsville Food Pantry and helping the Zionsville Optimist Club with many of their projects such as the Hit the Bricks race and fun run in October.

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Liz Overberg

Sponsors Email

loverberg@zcs.k12.in.us

A club where people make bracelets, necklaces, keychains, and more. Improve your creativity and help alleviate some stress!

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Darlene Lankenau

Sponsor Email
dlankenau@zcs.k12.in.us

Key Club is a community service organization that is an extension of Kiwanis International.  Key Club meets 2 times a month. They raise money for UNICEF, have a blood drive each year, and volunteer for other service projects in the community throughout the school year.  Meetings are Thursday mornings at 7:40 AM in the main campus LGI.  Please confirm specific meeting dates and times with the club sponsor.

Sponsors

Grace Fletcher 

Sponsor Emails

gfletcher@zcs.k12.in.us

This is a cozy and vibrant place to show creative skills and learn a new hobby or advance your skills in knitting and crocheting! Our club is for creative individuals who like a challenge and like to create. This club allows beginners through advanced members and is inclusive to anyone who wants to join. We meet monthly to share new patterns and designs, and get inspiration as well. This is also a place to make new friendships and appreciate other's accomplishments. Whether you are looking to make friends, learn a new hobby, or get inspiration this would be the perfect club for you.

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Lindsey Rooks

Sponsor Email

lrooks@zcs.k12.in.us

A club for students to become pen-pals with girls in Uganda and provide emotional support.

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Cornelia Gray

Sponsor Email

cgray@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsor
Tom Landrum

Sponsor Email
tlandrum@zcs.k12.in.us

Paul Magoni

Sponsor Email
pmagoni@zcs.k12.in.us

Description 

In the Model UN club, students role-play various countries in the world. They learn about the history, politics, and foreign policies of several countries and begin to understand the importance of the United Nations in the world today. Students become familiar with several international problems or issues and experience the give and take of diplomacy as they attempt to pass resolutions in their councils. The model provides an opportunity for them to improve their public speaking and debate skills and to learn some parliamentary procedure, as well as how to learn how to work constructively in a group. Meetings are on Wednesdays, and there are 5 weekend conferences at various colleges throughout the Midwest. Please contact Mr. Magoni for more information

Sponsor

Chelsea Whitaker

Sponsor Email

cwhitaker@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsor
Dwight Moser

Sponsor Email
dmoser@zcs.k12.in.us

Description

Looking for a way to improve your math grades while taking part in a fun and popular math club? Mu Alpha Theta (Math) Club is a club for anyone interested in taking part in the quick, monthly International Math League as well as for anyone looking to test out their creative thinking skills in math! See Mr. Moser in Room 205 for more information.

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Aaron Coates

Sponsor Email

acoates@zcs.k12.in.us

Members will compete in audio production challenges. This club will guide beginners and enjoy the works of seasoned producers. Musicians can learn how to record their works into audio software.

Sponsor
Ann Bender
Sponsor Email

abender@zcs.k12.in.us

National Honor Society is a service- and scholarship-based organization for high school juniors and seniors, founded upon the four pillars of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character.  Students are eligible to apply in the second semester of their sophomore or junior year.  The application process typically opens in late February/early March, and students can find all NHS information in the Modules of their grade-level Canvas pages.  As the time for application nears, there will be announcements over the school PA, information posted on school bulletin boards, and an informational callout meeting held at school.

Any questions can be directed to the NHS faculty sponsor listed above.

Sponsor

Kaylee Miller

Sponsor Email

kaymiller@zcs.k12.in.us

NEST Club is a great opportunity for new students to connect with other students and build relationships to help them feel comfortable in their transition to ZCHS. Students who have joined ZCHS in previous years from other districts are also welcome to join to share their experiences with others and help make the transition easier for others. Meetings will include various activities throughout the year. Student square announcements will share the theme for each meeting. If students are interested in a specific activity, they can come to that specific meeting.

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Lindsay Rooks

Sponsor Email

lrooks@zcs.k12.in.us

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Keegan Lammers

Sponsor Email

klammers@zcs.k12.in.us

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Kent London

Sponsors Email

klondon@zcs.k12.in.us

A club for students who have an interest in card games, but specifically catering towards poker.

Sponsor
Harlea Keller

Sponsor Email

hkeller@zcs.k12.in.us

Description

Prom committee  - As a member you will work as a team to plan key aspects of the prom.  Planning will focus around choosing favors, menu, decorations, and outside vendors that are hired.  Prom committee members will also work prior to get the word out regarding purchasing tickets.

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This group sponsors fun and engaging psychology-related activities for current and former Psychology students, as well as other students with an interest in the subject.

Sponsor
Abby Fitzwater and Greg Geimer

Sponsor Email
afitzwater@zcs.k12.in.us

ggeimer@zcs.k12.in.us

Quiz Bowl is Jeopardy-type academic competition.  ZCHS competes against local teams and placed first in our White River Academic League in 2014 and fourth-place in the state tournament.  A subset of the team participates on the Brain Game, sponsored by Westfield Insurance, which is televised locally by WTHR Channel 13.  ZCHS was a finalist in 2015, winning a $3,000 prize for the school.

Sponsor

Jessica Showalter

Sponsor Email

jshowalter@zcs.k12.in.us

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Danielle Wilson

Sponsor Email

dwilson@zcs.k12.in.us

Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. Any accredited public high school or non-secondary school can apply for a local chapter, through which individuals will be inducted into Rho Kappa Honor Society. Rho Kappa provides national recognition and opportunities for exploration in social studies. NCSS (National Council for Social Studies) hopes to encourage an interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for social studies through the creation of Rho Kappa.

Sponsor 

Kenn Kitts

Sponsor Email

kkitts@zcs.k12.in.us

The ZCHS Steel Eagles Robotics Teams compete in the Vex Robotics series as team 7701.  We have a long and proud history with many state and world championship qualifiers.

2018-19 State Qualifiers:

7701N, 7701T, 7701X, 7701Y

2018-19 World Championship Qualifiers:

7701T - Division Semi-Finalist (Top 48 in the World)

7701X - Division #1 Ranking, Division Semi-Finalist (Top 48 in the World)

2019-20 State Qualifiers:

7701A, 7701E, 7701H, 7701R, 7701T, 7701V, 7701X, 7701Z

2019-20 World Championship Qualifiers:

7701A, 7701H, 7701T, 7701V, 7701X

2020-21 State Qualifiers:

7701H, 7701V

2021-22 State Qualifiers:

770K, 7701V

2021-22 World Championship Qualifiers:

7701K

7701V - Division #1 Ranking

2022-23 State Qualifiers:

7701C, 7701F, 7701X, 7701V

7701V - State Division Champions.  Indiana State Runner-Up

2022-23 World Championship Qualifiers:

7701V - Division Semi-Finalist (Top 80 in the World)

Description

Club members collaborate to build mechanical designs and program software for robotic solutions used to compete in events throughout the school year. Qualifying teams from the club may be offered an opportunity to compete at the State or World VEX Competitions. 

Sponsor 

Cornelia Gray

Sponsor Email

cgray@zcs.k12.in.us

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Dr. Mary Leman

Sponsor Email

mleman@zcs.k12.in.us

The primary goal of the Science National Honor Society is to attract students who are passionate about science and to provide them with opportunities to enhance their knowledge and skills. By establishing this chapter, we can create a supportive environment where students can collaborate, share ideas, and inspire one another. The club's commitment to implementing science tutoring services will not only aid students who may need extra help but will also reinforce the knowledge of those who tutor, promoting a cycle of learning and mentorship. Furthermore, the organization of science-occupation information sessions will be invaluable in guiding students as they explore potential career paths in the vast field of science. These sessions will connect students with professionals and alumni, providing insights into various scientific disciplines and fostering connections that could lead to internships or further educational opportunities.

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Sam Chenoweth

Sponsor Email

schenoweth@zcs.k12.in.us

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Sam Chenoweth

Sponsor Email

schenoweth@zcs.k12.in.us

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Molly Keller

Sponsor Email
mkeller@zcs.k12.in.us

Description

Spanish club is open to all students! Members do cultural activities, eat Spanish food, and more! Please contact Mrs. Keller for more information.

Sponsor
Katie Morario

Sponsor Email
kmorario@zcs.k12.in.us

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Alex Gall

Dawn Makely

Camryn Bader

Sponsor Email
agall@zcs.k12.in.us

dmakely@zcs.k12.in.us

cbader@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsor

Cameron Bader

Sponsor Email

cbader@zcs.k12.in.us

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Harlea Keller

Sponsor Email

hkeller@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsors

Jason Donkersloot

Kyle Marshall

Sponsor Emails

jdonkersloot@zcs.k12.in.us

kmarshall@zcs.k12.in.us

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Keegan Lammers

Sponsor Email

klammers@zcs.k12.in.us

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Nate Underwood

Sponsor Email

nunderwood@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsor

Ashley Boutilier

Email Sponsor

aboutilier@zcs.k12.in.us

Sponsors

Andy Slack and Keegan Lammers

Email

aslack@zcs.k12.in.us

klammers@zcs.k12.in.us

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Matt Edwards

Sponsor Email

maedwards@zcs.k12.in.us

Videogames Club brings together those who have a common interest in gaming. They play school appropriate videogames, discuss what they are currently playing, and gaming news.

Sponsor

Mica Wilson

Sponsor Email

mwilson@zcs.k12.in.us

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Rachael Hawkins

Sponsor Email

rhawkins@zcs.k12.in.us

The Writing Club is a place for young writers to write, share ideas, and be with other students who have similar interests.

Sponsor 

Kent London

Sponsor Email

klondon@zcs.k12.in.us