Activities Programs

The activities programs are an integral part of the educational programming offered by the Knoxville Community School District. The program strives to promote habits, attitudes and ideals necessary for ethical competition and cooperation. Self-discipline, self-respect, and a genuine respect for others are the cornerstones of our athletic programs.
The primary goal of the activities department is for our students to achieve success and develop skills they need to be successful in the future of an ever-changing world. Extra-curricular activities are an excellent platform to develop 21st Century Skills in our students.

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Clubs & Organizations

E-Sports Club Advisor: Mr. Moats
The Esports Club allows all students the opportunity to compete in organized scrimmages, tournaments, and leagues through video games. Members will compete as a team to develop and improve their skills in whichever games they choose to compete in. As the popularity of esports continues to grow so do the scholarship opportunities and the colleges looking to recruit players. As a member of the Esports Club you have the opportunity to receive local and national recognition for your achievements in games. Members are encouraged to attend in person meetings, log practice hours, and attend matches during the seasons they choose. Esports has 4 seasons: Fall Major, Winter Open, Spring Major, and Summer Open.

FFA Supervisor: Ms. Johnston
All students enrolled in an Agricultural Science class are FFA members. Students choose the outside class activities they wish to participate as their time allows. FFA strives to develop students' potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success. Activities include:
-Monthly meetings
-Feed the Farmer Day (October)
-Nana Jana Fun Run (September)
-Contests (throughout the year)
-Livestock judging (September)
-National Convention (Oct)
-State Convention (April)
-2nd grade PALS (monthly)
-Elementary Farm Day (May)
-County Fair (July)
-State Fair (August)
-Meals From the Heartland (Spring)
-Salvation Army Bell Ringing (December)
-Blood Drive (November and April)

National Honor Society Director: Mr. Heston
The Knoxville High School Chapter of The National Honor Society exists as the highest honor that the KHS faculty can bestow upon students who show exemplary levels of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. NHS students serve as student ambassadors and participate in various volunteer activities throughout the school year. Activities include:
-Meetings (5 times a year)
-Induction Ceremony (November)
-Salvation Army Bell Ringing (December)
-Fundraising for Coaches vs. Cancer (January)
-Tour guides for 8th grade orientation (March/April)
-Assistants for Scholarship Night (May)
-Student Leaders for Youth Frontiers (September)

Science Club Sponsor: Mr. Richardson
Science Club is open to all students. The purpose of Science Club is to provide members with additional opportunities for exploration in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) that are not available in classroom space or time not available in the classroom. Older members are eligible for trips in the fall and in the summer. Science Club enjoys responding to student requests for topics including: college visits, employer tours, visit the Science Center of Iowa for special exhibits or IMAX films, lab nights with specific themes (projectiles, flames, foam, or 'how does that work?') These may happen any time of year. Activities include:
-Lab night @ KHS, foam/flames/fog? Parents are invited (September)
-Fall Trip to 1 of Chicago / St. Louis / Minneapolis (October)
-Harvest, Raise, Decorate the Christmas Tree in KHS Commons (December)
-Fundraising and planning for summer trips (January)
-Canoe or Kayak training & fun @ Knoxville Rec Center (March)
-Summer Trip: Typical is 10 days, 3-8 states traveled, camping and lots of outdoor activities. This is the most well-remembered of our activities. (June)

Special Olympics Advisor: Megan Ritchhart
Special Olympics works with students with disabilities to help them stay active, maintain relationships with peers, and to network with others. Students age 8 and up are eligible to compete in Special Olympics events. KCSD started our Special Olympics team in 2019, and competes in three events each year. If an athlete wins their event at the regional competition, they advance to a state competition. We also work to participate in Unified Sports events, where students with disabilities participate in activities alongside their non-disabled peers.
-Regional bowling competition takes place in October, with the state bowling tournament occurring in November.
-Regional basketball skills competition takes place in January, with the Mid-Winter Tournament occurring in March.
-Regional track and field competitions take place in April, with the Summer Games competition occurring in May.

Speech Sponsor: Mr. DeVore
Knoxville Speech participates in the Iowa High School Speech Association in both Large Group and Individual Events. Speech provides students with opportunities for performance in a variety of categories which include acting, musical, original oratories, extemporaneous speech, the reading of poetry and prose, and expository addresses. Activities include:
-South Central Conference IE Speech
-IHSSA District Speech (Large Group and IE)
-IHSSA State Speech - upon qualification (Large Group and IE)
-IHSSA All-State - upon qualification (Large Group and IE)

Student Senate Sponsor: Mr. Gibbons
Student Senate is a government organization that is elected by the student body. Student Senate is responsible for organizing activities, to address issues from the student body and to help fundraise for various projects/goals/school improvement. Activities include:
-Homecoming and activities (September/October)
-Winter Formal (December)
-Food Drives (October/December)
-Steal Your Heart (February)
-Steal Your Luck (March)
-Spring Fundraiser (Varies)
-Meetings (weekly to monthly, dependent on time of year)

Trapshooting Sponsors: Mr. Hardman and Mr. Shives
The purpose of the shooting team is to shoot trap, skeet and sporting clays with the emphasis on proper gun handling and safety. Trapshooting is a school recognized activity that is not sanctioned by the IAHSAA or IGHSAU. Students in trapshooting are subject to the district code of conduct and state mandated scholarship rule. Activities include:
-Practice (March-June)
-Competitions (April)
-State Trap Meet (June),
-Skeet and Sporting Clays (June)

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