Cleveland Middle School is proud to announce that its Beta Club students brought home top honors from the 2025 National Beta Convention (BETACON), held in Orlando, Florida. Competing against students from across the country, the CMS Beta Club earned a 1st place national title in Project Proposal, along with 2nd place in Robotics and several other Top 10 national recognitions.
The Project Proposal team earned national champion status with their original initiative, the AdvICE CREAM Podcast, a collaborative effort with residents of Avail Senior Living. Through a series of thoughtful interviews and audio storytelling, students highlighted the wisdom and life experiences of senior citizens, sharing their insights with younger generations in an innovative and impactful format.
Additional honors earned by Cleveland Middle students at the national level include:
2nd Place – Robotics
10th Place – Lead Outside the Box
Featuring the student-designed app concept “Hey Raider!”, focused on peer support and student engagement9th Place – Collaboration Connection Team
7th Place – Academic Social Studies Test
7th Place – Duo Variety Performance
“These students exemplify what it means to lead, serve, and innovate,” said CMS Principal Nat Akiona. “We are incredibly proud of their dedication and creativity, and grateful to our faculty sponsors, families, and community partners who supported their journey.”
The National Beta Club promotes academic achievement, character, service, and leadership among students across the United States. Cleveland Middle School has consistently demonstrated excellence in these areas, and this year’s achievements further reflect the strength of its student leaders and educators.
As the new school year approaches, Cleveland Middle School celebrates not just the trophies and rankings, but the collaboration, community impact, and real-world learning that these projects represent.