Student Zone

Band

Cinco Ranch Jr. High Band is a nationally recognized organization dedicated to the musical and academic education of all participants. CRJH band consists of four, ability grouped, levels; First Year Band (FYB) Concert, Symphonic, and Honors bands. Full band, small groups, and private instruction activities are provided to help students achieve and improve the success of our students. Band at CRJH helps to develop life skills, as well as musical skills, nurtures strong bonds of friendship, and provides a family-type of environment for all the students. Band also emphasizes self-discipline, promotes teamwork, and provides an enjoyable, worthwhile, and life-long hobby.
​Rachelle Issacson, Band Director
Lisa James, Assistant Band Director
Cole Blount, Assistant Band Director

Cheerleading & Mascot

The Cheerleaders and Mascots promote school spirit and provide support for student-athletes.  You must be in Pep Squad for one year in order to try out for cheerleader or mascot. 
Amy Kindred, Cheer Sponsor
Jen Foreman, Cheer & Pep Squad Sponsor

Choir

A class that involves learning to read music, singing a variety of repertoire, and learning to appreciate all styles and facets of music. It is an opportunity to be a part of a team where working together and building confidence are two of our main goals.
Julia Peoples, Choir Director
Ashlee Lieske, Assistant Choir Director

Math & Science Team

Our Math & Science club participates in the annual Texas Math & Science Coaches Association competition, an organization formed in 1981 to promote excellence in math and science through competition. There are four events in TMSCA:  Number Sense, Calculator, Mathematics, and Science.
Esther Gonzalez, Math & Science Team Coach
Carly Turlington, Math & Scence Team Coach

National Junior Honor Society

National Junior Honor Society is an organization of 8th-grade students who organize service projects for our community. Current 8th graders are inducted into NJHS in January and current 7th Graders are inducted into NJHS at the end of 7th grade. Actual participation in activities occurs in 8th grade. 
Brandy Williams, NJHS Sponsor
Melanie Poncik, NJHS Sponsor

Orchestra

Cinco Ranch Junior High Orchestra is an award-winning program that strives for excellence, teamwork, and fun for all students. CRJH Orchestra has five orchestras made up of five different string instruments: violin, viola, cello, bass, and harp. Students with no experience can join our First Year Orchestra classes, while students with musical experiences have the opportunity to join Philharmonic, Chamber, Sinfonia, or Symphony class. Orchestra students can use problem-solving skills, critical thinking skills, and ability to communicate in orchestra to other areas of life. Orchestra students are dedicated to being bold, brilliant, and the best.​​
Laura Vu, Orchestra Director
Barbara Jones, Assistant Orchestra Director

Pep Squad

It is required that students participate in pep squad for one year in before trying out for cheerleader or mascot.  Pep Squad is open to 6th, 7th, and 8th graders who want to promote school spirit and support student athletes.  
Jen Foreman, Pep Squad Sponsor

Student Council

Student Council is a student-run organization that allows students to be involved in all areas of the school. Many of the events allow students the opportunity to reach out to the community.
Elaine Paz, Student Council Sponsor

Theater

A class to explore all aspects of theatre and to gain skills and confidence that can carry over into all aspects of life. 
Sara Nowina Whitfield, Theater Director
Chance Caldwell, Assistant Theater Director

Yearbook

Students are enrolled in an elective class that produces a yearbook to highlight the CRJH successes and memories of the school year.
Katherine Vosko, Yearbook teacher

Student Led Clubs

Students at CRJH have the opportunity to create and lead their own clubs with the help of a teacher sponsor.  Students who are interested in creating a club should get a Club Approval Form from the front office and find a teacher or staff member to sponsor.  Once the form is completed and signed, turn it into the front office for approval.

CLUB NAME	PURPOSE/ DESCRIPTION	Sponsor/Room
Spark/Science Experiment Club	Encourage scientific engagement, enhance research, and share science interests with other students in a non-competitive atmosphere.  Led by high school students from CRHS.	Mrs. Corbin/LGI
Writing Club	To share student-created writing and provide each other with feedback and editing help.  We also encourage each other to enter writing competitions.   Led by 8th grade students.	Ms. Poncik/Library
FCA	Practice our religion and grow our faith in a safe environment.  Led by 8th grade students.	Mr. Hartley/131
Chess Club	CRJH Chess club meets weekly to practice and improve chess skills.  The club welcomes all levels of chess experience from beginner to advanced.  Led by CRJH students.	Ms. Mowrer/148
Destination Imagination	A student centered and led competition that combines STEM and Fine Arts together.  Registration for the 2025-2026 competition season is now closed.	Ms. Long/139
Spreading Kindness	The CRJH Spreading Kindness Club (SNAC) celebrates different abilities and unique strengths by hosting awesome events throughout the year (such as students vs teacher games), raising awareness about special needs, and spreading empathy and kindness to create a fun, inclusive school community where everyone belongs!	Ms. Bonham/110
The Healing Arts	Students make beautiful artwork to be donated to local children's hospitals.  Led by CRJH students.	Ms. Stephens/169
Sequence Club	This club is for anyone who loves card games and strategy.  Secquence combines playing a card from your hand with the goal of creating lines of 5 chips on the board while blocking your opponents.  All levels welcome.  Led by CRJH students.	Ms. Mainieri/153
Coding Club	Led by Computer Science high school students from CRHS.	Ms. Rosbert, Ms. Quintero/130
Speech & Debate	This club empowers students to sharpen their public speaking skills, think critically, and engage in spirited discussions on important issues.  Led by high school students from CRHS.	Ms. Yanez, Ms. Taylor/LGI
Crochet Club	This club is open to any and all students who would like to learn to crochet or already know how to crochet.  Led by CRJH students.	Ms. Hermes/158
Table Tennis Club	This club is open to any and all students who would like to learn and practice table tennis.  Led by CRJH students.	Ms. Dhodhi/LGI