Meeting Times

We meet once monthly on Wednesdays from 3:45-4:45 in Mrs. Wilkins’ Room - 720. Our meeting schedule is listed below.

Mission, Vision, Goals:

*It is the mission of the ECMS Writing Club to provide students with opportunities to develop their voice through writing. Students engage in creative writing to learn different techniques and styles for telling their story.  They get a chance to create, share, publish, and perform their work. 

*Our club vision is that each student finds their voice and grows to express themselves through writing by participating in writing games, sharing activities, and contests.

*Our goals are that each member of the ECMS Writing Club improves their writing and writing style as they participate in a variety of writing experiences.

ECMS Writing Club By-Laws:

Article 1: Membership

1.1 Eligibility: Membership in the ECMS Writing Club is open to all middle school students who have an interest in creative writing, along with improving their writing and sharing their talents with others.

1.2 Membership Requirements: Members are expected to attend club meetings regularly, actively participate in club activities, and demonstrate respect for fellow members. 

1.3 Removal of Membership: Membership may be revoked if a member consistently fails to fulfill the membership requirements or engages in behavior that goes against the club’s mission and values. The decision to remove a member will be made by the club advisor. 

Article II: Club Meetings

2.1 Frequency: The ECMS Writing Club will hold regular meetings at a frequency determined by the club advisor.

2.2 Meeting Agendas: The club will create meeting agendas that include Writing Club learning activities.

2.3 Attendance: Members are expected to attend club meetings punctually and notify the club officers or advisor in advance if they are unable to attend. 

Article III: Finances

3.1 Club Funds: The ECMS Writing Club may engage in fundraising activities and accept monetary donations to support club events, materials, and initiatives.

3.2 Financial Transparency: The Club Advisor is responsible for maintaining accurate financial records and providing regular reports on the club’s financial status to the school administration. 

3.3 Expenditure Approval: Any expenditure exceeding a predetermined amount to be decided by the club officers and advisor must be approved by the advisor and school administration. 

Article IV: Amendments

4.1 By-Law Amendments: These by-laws may be amended by a two-thirds majority vote among the club and the advisor. Proposed amendments must be submitted in writing at least two weeks prior to the vote. 

4.2 Advisor Approval: Any amendments to the by-laws must be approved by the club advisor before they can take effect. 

These by-laws provide a foundation for the ECMS Writing Club to create a welcoming environment for the promotion of students’ writing and learning.