The hallways are plastered with fresh sets of posters. Announcements drone on with endless advertisements. Club recruitment season has arrived.

Every year, both established club presidents and hopeful newcomers must wait until the time comes to renew clubs or found new organizations. But what work actually goes into forming a new club?

Senior Chloe Haynes, co-founder of the Spartan Spirit Squad, was inspired to create a club that would bring students of all classes together to heighten White Station’s school pride.

“As a senior, I think my biggest regret was not being involved,” said Haynes.

To her, supporting White Station’s sports teams is one of the easiest ways to get involved. However, this doesn’t just include football and basketball. Haynes wants all athletes to know that they are being cheered on by our students, which is why members of the Spirit Squad regularly attend matches of all kinds, from soccer to golf.

“If you play a sport,” said Haynes, “we’ll support you if you help support others.”

This same spirit of encouragement also inspired sophomore Pooja Shah to form the Workout Club.

“I wanted to start a club where students could motivate each other to get fit and help end childhood obesity,” said Shah.

Members meet multiple times each week to exercise through a variety of activities, including Zumba, P90X, Just Dance, and traditional strength training. Shah encourages students of all body types and levels of fitness to join.

“Give it a try,” she said. “If you have someone to motivate you, you’re more likely to be pushed harder. It’s all about personal growth.”

Although meetings will be held on campus, Shah hopes that her club will produce effects beyond the gym walls.

“Obesity is a big problem in America,” said Shah. “Students would benefit from joining by helping cure it.”

Like the Workout Club, other new organizations are aspiring to make an impact beyond the doors of White Station. Senior Keyuna Caston co-founded Fleece of Faith after learning of a similar club at another Memphis high school.

“I realized that even youth could make a difference with the homeless,” said Caston.

Fleece of Faith provides care packages filled with everyday items like soap and blankets to those in need. Members both fill the bundles and personally deliver them to homeless men and women in the city.

“Fleece of Faith’s purpose is to make people feel grateful they for what they have while providing them with an opportunity to help,” said Caston. “What would really make me happy is seeing a smile on a less fortunate person’s face.”

The wide variety of clubs at White Station, both old and new, reflect its diversity and creativity. Whether you’re looking to get involved or simply try something new, there is sure to be a club that fits.