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SDA Clubs 2025-2026

Club Information

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SDA Clubs

School-Sponsored

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Meetings every other Wednesday at lunch in Room 112 (the Shops) GC Code: 56ba2vu

Join us for fun field trips, guest workshops, projects, and activities, and to improve your photography skills!

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Journalism Club

  • Bringing ‘The Mustang’ (newspaper) to SDA Students!
  • Meetings every other Monday in Room 52 with Ms. Leavesseur
  • Featuring News, Arts, Sports, Opinions, Features, and more!

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SDA Thespians NHS!

SDA Thespians NHS!

What We Do

  • Offer performance and technical opportunities in SDA productions
  • Troupe bonding activities, upcoming shows, and general theater funness at meetings!

How to Get Involved

  • Meetings are every Tuesday at lunch
  • Earn points to be inducted into the Thespian National Honors Society
  • Everyone is welcome to be a part of thespians! No experience required

Contact Info:

  • Google Classroom: dpsjww4
  • Instagram: @sdathespians
  • Tiktok: troupe 2196
  • Website: sdathespians.com

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MUSTANG MINDS

Learn about new topics and current events!

Make new friends and experience a great community!

Compete in Quiz Bowl-style matches! (match season is January - March)

Eat snacks! We have snacks!

MEETINGS: EVERY THURSDAY AT LUNCH, ROOM 97 - Mrs. Hovey’s room

PRACTICE: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30 to 4:30

GC CODE: ld6wiyp (first letter is a lowercase L)

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Do you have any interest in science or engineering at all? Join Science Olympiad! We offer opportunities to learn more about a variety of branches of science that you might be interested in and have lots of fun while doing it!

Meetings every Friday at lunch in Room 107!!

Check out the official SciOly website!

2026 Event Slate!

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COMEDY SPORTZ

SDA’s competitive improv team!

Learn and practice improv with us every Tuesday and Friday after school at the PAC or come watch our professionally refereed games!

Google Classroom: omni23gh

Instagram: sdacomedysportz

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Baseball Club

-We will talk about baseball

-Meetings every other friday Coach Fletes’s Office

-Decide how baseball funds are spent

-We will play baseball

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College Pathfinders

What we do:

  • Writing workshops for essays
  • Assisting with applications for college and deadlines; E.D vs. E.A vs R.D vs D.A
  • Applying for scholarships and Letters of Recommendation
  • PSAT, SAT, and ACT
  • Outreach to college and university admission officers
  • FAFSA, CSS, and financial aid

Our Mission: Assisting the SDA Community with anything college related

Meetings open to all students @ Lunch every Wednesday

Room 53, Mrs. Chufo’s room

Google Classroom Code: 2a3mvm2h

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Fashion Design Club with Mr. Wright

  • Help with projects
  • Creative environment
  • Welcoming to anyone
  • Fabric sourcing trips
  • Access to machines and Materials

Meetings Tuesdays at lunch in Mr. Wright’s room

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  • We promote a friendly environment while encouraging connections between our members

  • Club dedicated to spreading Japanese culture around SDA and the Encinitas community through various events
  • A nationally recognized organization (nice for college apps!)

Japanese National Honor Society (JNHS)

Every Monday at lunch Room 50 GC code: 4gn5uvjw

  • Anyone enrolled in the Japanese language classes can join!

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Writer’s Bloc Club

Meetings at lunch every Thursday in Room 54

We are a club dedicated to the Creative Writing Class taught by Mr. Ross at SDA and helping people become better at Creative Writing and have a fun space to do so!

  • Help host fun writing contests
  • Open Mic
  • Help write and distribute SDA Thread

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When? Every other Wednesday

Where? Room 60 -Mr. Ruecker (A&H)

Improve your speaking and argumentation skills!

Google Classroom? n6msjzks

Speech and Debate Club

*If you are interested in competing at tournaments, you should join the class next year!!

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French Club

Meetings in Room 25 Every Monday

Meet with other French speakers to listen to music, watch videos, participate in crafts, and play games! It's a great way to practice your French with friends.

Rejoignez-nous tous les lundis dans la salle de Français!

Club Advisor: Madame Kuzma

Google Classroom Join Link

Code: uvbs74ba

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SDA Clubs

Non School-Sponsored

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Dungeons & Dragons Club

Meeting Thursdays during lunch in room 52 (upper Arts and Humanities)!

  • Play one of the world’s greatest role-playing games
  • Start with no experience required
  • Meet new friends
  • Create your own character
  • Join a campaign
  • Become the hero of your own story

Join the GC!

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SDA Roller Skate Club is for anyone interested in roller skating! We’ll not only practice skating together after school, but also use our meetings to learn about the history of roller skating, talk about pro/historical skaters and the culture around it, and support each other in improving. Our goal is to create a fun, welcoming community where everyone can share skills and learn something new.

Meetings Tuesdays bi-weekly room 72 & every Friday’s after school @ 4 (usually at Leucadia Oaks Park, but we’ll meet at other parks too!)

All levels welcome! If you’ve never skated before and wanna try, we’ll teach you!

We have extra skates and protective gear that you can borrow!!

Mostly roller skaters — all skaters welcome!

Just bring an interest in roller skating, everyone’s welcome :)

Find supportive community & make friends!!

Instagram: @encinitasrollersk8club & @encinitasrollerskateclub

Class code: donufht

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Young Leaders in Healthcare

  • Learn about the healthcare system and its breadth of career opportunities!
  • Monthly hospital meetings with healthcare professionals.
  • Eligibility to apply for the Scripps Health HS Exploration Program 5-week Summer Internship!
    • Explore healthcare careers in roles that impact patients in real hospital setting and situations.
    • Chance to shadow workers in operating room surgeries to the ICU to emergency room care.
    • Meet Scripps Health executives and learn about their career paths.

Meetings every other Thursday at lunch in Room 95 (Ramos)!

Instagram: @sda_ylhc

Internship opportunity!

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Peak Health Club

For those who want to achieve

Bi-weekly meetings on wednesdays at lunch. (room 96) Meetings will have a health focused educational presentation as well as a healthy snack

  • Meetings keep you accountable and help you towards your goals
  • Personalized meetings support and advice for a healthier lifestyle
  • Great place to meet and connect with Health focused peers!

Google Classroom: jm2toj3e

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Jr Hellenic Cultural Society

For anyone who is interested in Greek culture. Our goal is to preserve and propagate the greatness of brilliant Greek minds.

Meetings: Every other Tuesday at lunch in room 95

Google classroom: yf55buq

Instagram: sda_jr.hellenic.society

Learn about

  • Culture
  • Traditions
  • Food
  • History

Join now!

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MARINE BIOLOGY CLUB

Meets every Friday in Room 97 (Ms. Hovey’s Room)

Join us for snorkeling trips, ocean trivia, tide pooling, and more fun!

Class code:

me737vo

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RUGBY CLUB

Meets every Wednesday in Room 97

  • Come learn about rugby and how to play
  • Join us for fun scrimmages on the weekend
  • Join us for watch parties

Class Code:

myvugda

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SDA-TV

SDA-TV is a student-run video program that writes, films, edits, and publishes episodes with school news, events, and fun segments! Join to be apart of the video creation process!

ROOM #82

Jordan

CLASS CODE:

THURSDAY!

samkr2ii

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Faith Over Fear

Club

Do you love God and have been searching for a fun and uplifting christian support group that can help with trauma, worldly temptation, and biblical education? Then Faith over fear club is the perfect place for you! We meet every other thursday in room 58!

Faith Over Fear

Club

Volunteer opportunities available! Also looking for people to fill in leadership positions!

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Interact Club

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Meetings: every other Tuesday (during lunch)

Room: 54 (Mr. Ross)

Google Classroom Code: zbfpex3o

Instagram: @SDA_interact_club_official

Amazing volunteer opportunities (community cleanups, Mexico House Build, fundraisers, Food Banks, Homeless Care Packages)

★Global Impact

★Leadership skills

★Lifelong friendships

★Scholarships

★Incredible Opportunities:

RYLA, Model UN, Speech Contest

Service Above Self!”

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Meetings every wednesday at lunch @ the half moon patio!

Weekly crafts, weekend workshops, student- created magazines, art prom twice a year, and group field trips.

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Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Our vision is to see sports teams transformed by Jesus Christ through the influence of coaches and athletes and to lead everyone into a growing relationship with Him

-Meetings: Every Thursday at lunch in room 93 (Mr. Fletes)

-Instagram: mustangs.fca

-Google Classroom: hxtscny

-Website: fca.org

FCA

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Turning Point USA

Our world feels more divided than ever before. But there is hope–through truth, faith, and love.

We aim to carry on Charlie’s legacy by loving others as Jesus loved us. His Impact will only grow stronger.

Meetings: Every Wednesday at lunch in room 58 (Mr. Reitz).

Google Classroom: code coming soon

Website: tpusa.com

A PLACE OF TRUTH, FAITH, AND COMMUNITY

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A menstrual equity movement combatting period poverty one period package at a time; through advocacy, action, and distribution

Meeting every other Wednesday in room 52

CLASS CODE: 5uadshof

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Food And Family Friday Club

A club made for building community and connectivity

Join us every other friday in room 93 (Mr.Fletes room) for food and fun activities

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BFIN Club Of SDA

Google Classroom Code: pqgge7fm

What is the BFIN Club? The Business, Founders & Investors Network (BFIN) of SDA is a student-led club dedicated to developing entrepreneurial skills, financial literacy, and leadership.

What is the purpose of this club? The club’s purpose is to give members hands-on experience in starting businesses, understanding investments, and collaborating on real-world projects.

Our mission is to empower students to become innovative leaders who can navigate the worlds of business and finance with confidence. The focus of this club is on entrepreneurship, investment strategies, leadership development, and building a strong professional network outside and inside our school.

By baa

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Ripple Effect Volunteering

Volunteering club at SDA working to help students and our community through acts of kindness. We know many people have a hard time finding connection in high school and we want to create a place where there is a normality of compassion and community

Meeting every other Wednesday during lunch in room 57 (Mrs. Leonard’s room)!!

Instagram: sda_rev

Google Classroom: 3hf2fvcw

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Weekend Pickleball Tournaments

Weekly/Biweekly Wednesday lunch meetings in room 102

No Skill level requirements, Everyone Welcome!

What do we do in our club?

Casual Play with other students

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→Play SSBU

→Get Better

→ No need to bring anything

→Compete in Tournaments

→Have Fun

PS: If somebody can bring a speaker with an audio jack that would be very helpful!

Thursdays @ Lunch Room 26

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SDA Multicultural Antiracism Coalition

  • Bringing cultural awareness to SDA’s community through cultural events
  • Sharing past experiences and providing a safe space for all students
  • Taking action and hosting events on campus

Get Involved

Google classroom -zojwrp

Meetings - Thursdays in Ms. Magnuson’s room

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Jewish Student Union

  • Bringing Jewish students at SDA together to form a community
  • Bringinging awareness of anti-Semitic issues to our school
  • Helping the Jewish community by doing volunteer work
  • Meeting twice a month on Monday @ lunch in room 53

Jewish Student Union

Follow our Instagram for updates @sda.jewish.student.union

Join our google classroom! code: mnp3gvek

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Black Student Union

  • Bring Black students together

  • Spread awareness

  • Allow students to speak at sduhsd district meetings

  • Making black students feel welcome

  • Advocating for black voices and history

  • Meets every third monday of the month

Black Student Union

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Project surf is a student-led initiative dedicated to making surfing accessible for kids who otherwise wouldn’t have the chance. We believe the ocean is for everyone — not just those who can afford boards, lessons, or beach access.

Google Classroom Code:

ryetm5zi

This year, our goal is to raise $6000+ to host a free Project Surf Camp, where kids who otherwise might not, will get surf lessons, safety instruction, and fun days at the beach.

Our Mission:

Our Goals:

Meetings: Fridays, Room 102

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Media Analysis Club

MEETINGS EVERY THURSDAY AT LUNCH IN MS. WOOD’S ROOM (52).

What we are:

Every week we will talk about a chosen piece of media that we all like (like music, a video game, a movie, a show, or a book). Along with this, this club is just a place for everyone to nerd out about what you love.

Outreach:

Media drives to give access for those who can’t; books, physical music, video game copies, comic books, writing supplies, etc.

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National Honor Society

  • Tutoring 4 times a week
  • Community service
  • Write articles
  • Meetings once a month

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TEAM PARADOX 2102

  • In our engineering branch, you can learn stupendous skills, like: building, programming and driving robots
  • Not just robots! We also have our lovely business team as well as our awesome programmers
  • We produce high quality, stunning, and visually appealing merch in SDA’s own screen printing shop each year!
  • We travel to many fun places such as: Houston, Utah, Las Vegas, and Los Angeles!
  • You don't have to go to every meeting, go to as many or little as you like!

Come to our meetings after-school Monday in room 82/83!

Google Classroom: cyu6kgxv

We are a no-cut team and accept people of any skill level!!!

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RACING:101

A club for people who want to answer the age old question

“How to get into racing”

Become that

In all seriousness this club is for people who want to get into racing but dont know how

And for existing racing drivers who want to be apart of a school community of like minded people

Join now

4ztvs6pb

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Bible Study Club

Meetings: Fridays during lunch in room 92

Our mission is to share the word of God.

Open to all individuals who would like to know more about the Bible and learn from it.

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Stang Gang!

Get involved in the SDA Athletic Community

Promote School Spirit and Attend SDA Sports Games

Brainstorm ways to connect others

Advisor: Scott Jordon

Google Classroom code: zgx52luv

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Prom Dress Project!

  • Collect Prom Dress Donations from SDA!
  • Run dress drives
  • Help support teens across San Diego
  • Social Media Manager wanted :)
  • Volunteer + aid sustainability
  • Meetings on thursdays (every other week!)
  • questions ? donations?... 858-353-1877

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Chess Club

  • Learn and play a board game that’s been around for thousands of years
  • Explore the basics as a beginner, or develop your skills further!

All skill levels are welcome!

← Name & Info Doc

Bring a chess board if you have one- optional

Every Thursday at lunch

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GC code: trmsfww3

SDA Competitive Sailing

Practices every Sunday @ Oceanside Yacht Club 1:00-4:00pm

-Gain experience sailing CFJ boats on a team

-Participate in high school sailing competitions

-No experience necessary

-Find us at the club fair for more information

Meetings @ Lunch 2nd Friday

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Girls in sports

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NAMI

National Alliance for Mental Illness

What is NAMI nationally?

What does NAMI look like at SDA?

  • A mental health organization in the USA
  • A community for advocacy and education
  • Provides resources and a national helpline
  • Organizes outreach events in different communities, including San Diego
  • A safe community of supporting peers
  • A platform to reduce the stigma of mental illnesses
  • An informative resource on campus
  • Provides resources and opportunities for everyone to get involved in the club and community
  • Open to everyone!

Join us every other Thursday at lunch in Room 45!

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Crochet Club

  • Fun and friendly community
  • Learn how to crochet
  • Enjoy snacks

  • Google Classroom code: fhioeg3
  • Insta: sda_Crochet_Club

  • Every Friday
  • Room 22

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Feminist Book Club

  • Discover and discuss a wide range of feminist works
  • Poetry readings
  • Share your own writing and recommend books to the group
  • Join a friendly, supportive, and empowering community

The first thursday of every month - Room 52 - Lunch - GC code: w2j5dgrr

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Esports/Competitive Gaming Club

We host after school or in-class tournaments for prize money, and provide information on current video game topics.

Room 56 - Wednesdays During Lunch - Play popular games

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SDA

Opportunity for students to talk about any topic they’re passionate about and share/discuss with others

Meetings starting 9/26 every other FRIDAY in room 56 w/Mrs. Wood during lunch

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L.A.C.E.S

Language and Cultural Exchange among Students

A club dedicated to providing students an environment where they can learn the basics of foreign languages and about the cultures of the countries where they are spoken.

  • Student-led lessons/discussions on foreign languages and cultures
  • Great way to meet new people and learn the basics of a language course you may wish you had the space to take at school
  • Potential potluck of foreign foods brought in to share at lunch
  • No pre-developed foreign language skills necessary!

Meetings every other Friday at lunch in room 25 (Madame Kuzma’s room) GC Code: atod2ntc

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Women in Stem

  • Meet current Women in Stem and learn about their careers
  • Volunteer and outreach opportunities within STEM
  • Amazing community of like minded girls!

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A.A.P.I Club

A.A.P.I (Asian and Pacific Islander) Student Union

-We are a club striving towards opportunity to allow Asian Americans to connect and create a sense of belonging and support by bonding, throughout the club. We will be able to learn more about our cultures through food, events, and discussions held in the future.

When & where?:

every other friday in room 62

Mrs. Magnuson

-We will host events like potlucks, outings, and volunteer opportunities !

( As well as semi annual dinners!)

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GIDAS

Genes in diseases and symptoms

Are you interested in

  • Genetics
  • Biology
  • Programming

Want to gain experience volunteering and fundraising for scientific research?

Want to learn about what makes you uniquely you?

Want to make a positive impact on the world?

Sponsored by Scripps Research and the University of Michigan

Google Classroom:

656gzijb

Meetings first Tuesday of the Month in Room 96

FRIENDS, FUN,

SNACKS!

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Food Bank Club!

In this club we meet together and find days we can all go to the San Diego food bank. We meet in Mr Wright’s room which is room 64 . We have meetings every third Friday during lunch!

Google Classroom:

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The Artist Posse

  • Tired of spending time working on your art alone and feeling disconnected?
  • Want to find a community with similar interests?
  • Have extra time after school?

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  • After school Thursdays at the half moon patio!
  • Safe space for all artists
  • The goal of this club is connection and community!
  • All skill levels welcome to come and create!

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Classroom Code:

ryluelqo

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Ping Pong Club!

Every Tuesday @ the ping pong table During lunch

Learn to play!

Compete against friends!

Paddles/balls provided

NO experience required

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SPIKEBALL CLUB

In this club, we are focused on having fun, staying active, and making friends through spikeball. So if you’re into light hearted competition and a fun game this club is for you.

When: Every other Wednesday

Where: The soccer field

Google Classroom Code: gpo6pdf

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Movie Club

In Movie Making club, anyone with a passion for filmmaking is welcome! Whether you have experience or are completely new to the world of making films, our club is a place to learn and grow, as well as get to know new people!

If you love quality entertainment, this is the place for you

Our current project, Terror

Room #82 w/ Mr. Jordan

Tues/Fri at lunch

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Gaming Club

In this club, we use the computer room to set up a variety of different consoles to the projector to play video games. It’s a nice way to relax after the week and meet new people with the same interests as you.

Every Friday at lunch in Room 82 (Computer Room)

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Fill-A-Belly

What the Club does:

Raises money to feed the hungry through different fundraisers like bake sales. Participating in making food for Fill-A-Belly Organization dinners.

Meetings:

1st Tuesday of the month (volunteering dates will be posted in google classroom and shared in the meeting) in Auto Shop.

When and where:

Fundraising occurs at different locations including SDA sport events and local sports fields, the dinners are on thursdays at 6:15 at the San Dieguito United Methodist Church.

Google Class Code: gxkls6ng

Organization is Fill-A-Belly

https://www.fillabelly.org/