Science & Sports Medicine Clubs

Advisors:  Mr. Stanley/Mr. Ewing

The main objective of the Astronomy Club is to provide opportunities for students to explore their interest in astronomy. This will include discussions and hands-on projects like telescope use and rocketry.

Advisor: Mr. Spaeth

The Biology Club is open to all students interested in extending the classroom experience in Biology.  Students will take part in a variety of projects. Members will also engage in virtual projects/labs as well to further their knowledge of different biological processes.

Advisor: Mrs. Senft

The Environmental Club is for students interested in learning about and improving the environment. Some activities are hikes, clean-ups, seminars, maintenance and care of the Cherokee vegetable garden and other student-oriented club ideas.

Advisor:  Ms. Chadwick

The Meteorology Club will prepare a weather forecast each morning for school and act as an official reporting station (code letters MLTN4) to the National Weather Service; students will report maximum/minimum temps & rainfall amounts. Students will learn how to read weather instruments & prepare forecasts; there will be monthly breakfasts & possible field trips to the National Weather Service.

Advisor:  Mr. McCready

STEM Club (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) will prepare students for the TEAMS Competition (tests of engineering aptitude, mathematics, and science).  TEAMS is an annual STEM Competition that challenges middle school and high school student teams to work collaboratively to solve real-world engineering challenges, applying their math and science knowledge in practical, creative ways.

Advisor: Mr. Cartwright

The Student Athletic Training Program provides an opportunity for students to learn about sports medicine while helping to take care of student-athletes at Cherokee.  Members will have the opportunity to receive experience in the areas of First Aid, preventative taping, treatment & rehabilitation of injuries while working with Cherokee’s athletic teams at practices and games. Any student looking to be involved in the program should be strong academic students who would like to further their studies in college.