Club Information2013-2014

Animal Rights Club

Sponsor: Mr. EliasonLocation: R210

Chemistry ClubSponsor: Mr. Farabaugh

Location: P201

• Explore chemistry beyond what is taught in the classroom

• Make connections between chemistry concepts and activities from everyday life

• Perform chemistry demonstrations and hands-on activities at local elementary and middle schools

Monticello Mentors

Sponsors: Mrs. Carre and Mr. WeaverLocation: the Forum

Must apply in the spring

Be a mentor and role model to younger members of our community - rising 9th graders at MHS, the Boy and Girls Club, and elementary school

students in the area.

Chess, Word & Strategy ClubSponsor: Mr. Keith Location: B208

Come play with us! These are our goals:

• To create a forum for you to meet fellow enthusiasts and play games for fun.

• To create a forum for you to compete and improve your skills.

• To encourage you to practice problem solving, display sportsmanship, and accept responsibility for your decisions.

DEBATESponsor: Mrs. Craddock

Compete! Argue!

Current Events!

Politics!

WIN!

Philosophy

Sponsor: Mr. DoveLocation: G101

MEETS AFTER SCHOOL: TIME TBA• The Virginia Envirothon is a natural resources

competition for high school students. • Students work in teams of five students. Throughout the

school year students prepare to compete at the local level, qualify to then compete at the area level, and the top three teams from the six areas in the state compete to be the State Winner.

• These teams of high school students are tested on their knowledge of natural resources – soils, forestry, wildlife, aquatics and a current environmental issue..

Fellowship of Christian AthletesFaculty Supervisors: Mrs. Hatchett, Mrs. Lockwood, & Ms. Rocco

(Non School Sponsored Club)Location: R102

• Provides an opportunity for students and student athletes to share and discuss issues relevant to today’s society as addressed through faith

• Offers students a forum for discussion of faith based topics• Provides a support system that encourages values and fellowship with

diverse individuals in a safe and supportive environment

GSA(Monticello Area Gay-Straight Alliance)

Faculty Supervisors: Ms. Epps & Mr. HickeyLocation: R104

• A student run organization open to all students

• Supports diversity and tolerance by offering a comfortable environment in which students concerned about gay/lesbian/transgender issues can educate ourselves and work together to dislodge homophobia and Tran phobia in the larger community

• One way we intend to do this is to participate in the Day of Silence in April.

Monticello High School

Non School Sponsored Club

Monticello Improv Club

• Sponsor: Madeline Michel• Meets in the auditorium• More fun than is possible

on a school day• Many alumni have gone on

to promising careers in comedy – see Tina Fey

National Junior Classical League (Latin Club)

Ms. McCaskill R103One of the largest academic youth organizations in the World with over 50,000 members in 1,200 chapters in almost every state and in several foreign countries!

Established in 1936, N.J.C.L seeks to promote the study of Latin and Greek and better understanding of the debt of our own culture to that of the Greeks and Romans.

Student convention will be held in Richmond in November where over 1000 Latin students will compete in art, oratory, academics and much more!

Key ClubSponsor: Ms. Neil

Location: P105

• APPLICATION ONLY– Pick up an application outside of P105. Due by 11:00AM on Friday, September 6 in P105!

• An international student-led organization providing its members with opportunities to perform service, build character and develop leadership.

MEDITATION CLUB

Stressed? ANXIOUS?DISTRACTED? WORRIED?

FIND CONCRETE WAYS TO Feel relaxed, CALM, and FOCUSEDIMMEDIATE RESULTS!

Dr. AndersonRoom B108

FIRST TECH CHALLENGEROBOTICS COMPETITION TEAM- Builds a Robot and competes with other

teams- Meets two days a week after school (not

during clubs time) from September - March

- Application will be available soon in P109 or P101 and are due September 6th

- Competitions in February/March

Health Occupations Students of AmericaMrs. Dudley and Ms. Ramwell

Location: B207

What is HOSA?

A student-led professional organization

One of 10 national career and technology student organizations endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education

An integral component of Health Science Education

Develops future leaders for the healthcare delivery system

HOSA is 100% healthcare

Purpose:  In addition to providing technical training to students, HOSA helps its members learn dedication, leadership, and social skills--all of which are vital when dealing with people in the context of health care. The HOSA National Leadership Conference includes competitive events as well as leadership development opportunities. 

Our Motto

The Hands of HOSA Mold the Health of Tomorrow

Model United NationsSponsors: Mr. Baran and Mr. Schmalz

Location: Media Center

• MUN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly and other multilateral bodies.

• Students step into the shoes of ambassadors from UN member states to debate current issues on the organization’s agenda

• Goals:– Understand multiple perspectives

surrounding global issues– Conduct research and act on the

research they have done through the different perspectives

– Attend conferences

OTAKUSponsor: Mr. Dove

Location: G101Meets during Club Day

• The purpose of the Otaku Club is to provide an environment where students can explore the varied application of graphical fiction through anime, comic books, movies and video games.

S.H.O.U.T (Students Hopes Outcries United Together)

Sponsor: Ms. G. ReynoldsLocation: B210

• S.H.O.U.T is a club that supports school clubs (social) activities year round

• Involves community service such as raising monies for March of Dime (walk in April)

• Visiting speakers to encourage positive growth in life after high school

Ultimate Frisbee and Disc Golf ClubSponsor : Mrs. Peairs and Mr. Glover

Location : G209

• Learn the basic skills and rules for both ultimate frisbee and disc golf.

• Be active and meet new people by participating in weekly games.

• Take trips to play golf at Walnut Creek.

• Work to improve the current course at Walnut Creek.

When do clubs meet?• Clubs will meet the second Friday of

every month during Mustang Morning

• Clubs start Friday, September 13th

• Mustang Morning comes before clubs – if your teacher requires you to be at Mustang Morning, you must be there

How do I sign up for a club?• Your Mentor teacher may have some sign-up forms now;

if so, you can sign up today.

• OR stop by R110 to sign up.

• OR - sign up for clubs during your lunch next Tuesday September 3rd though Friday September 6th – Pick up a sign up sheet at the club table at lunch and

complete. Pick your top three choices (#1= first choice)

– Turn it back in to the club table.

• If there are more students signing up than club availability, a lottery for club slots will take place

Sample Student Club Preference Form

Print Name: ________________________1st Block Teacher:___________________

Please indicate your top three choices (1 = top, 2, 3)

Club List

___ Key Club ___ Chess, Word & Strategy Club ___ GSA ___ Model U.N. ___ Chemistry Club ___ Envirothon (after school)___ F.C.A. ___ Animal Rights Club ___ Debate___ S.H.O.U.T ___ Improv Club

etc., etc.