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1	Nazareth Area High School Clubs & Activities 2024-2025
2	Nazareth Area High School Clubs & Activities 2024-2025
3	* Clubs will meet at various times as determined by the advisor *
4	CLUB	FACULTY ADVISOR	Room #	DESCRIPTION
5	Aevidum	Mrs. Bedoya Mrs. Wilson	Senior Center Cafeteria	This club is open to anyone. We bring awareness to mental health, suicide, and treating each other with respect and kindness. Meets on 'A' days during Eagle Block. Some activities, such as training and conferences, are held during the school day.
6	American Sign Language (ASL) Club	Mrs. Lerch	626	"NEW! ASL Club! The Club is open to all ASL levels and experience. Students will learn how to sign the Pledge of Allegiance and National Anthem and explore interpreting songs! We will also be going beyond what we are learning in the classroom and grow in the understanding of Deaf culture. This is a great opportunity to learn and continue your exposure to ASL! I hope to see you there!
7	Art Club	Mrs. Rivera	245	Art Club is an after school club where students who are interested in art can work on artwork and learn about different art materials. Students are able to work on their own art projects or projects for their classes. Sometimes there are fun group activities as well! Art supplies will be provided and also students can bring in their own supplies.
8	Art Honor Society	Mrs. Ruvolo	246	This club is for students passionate about art and eager to connect with other talented artists. The club will meet during Eagle Block as we explore the possibility of establishing a National Art Honor Society (NAHS) chapter at our school, offering opportunities for national recognition, scholarships, and leadership. Together, students will look to build a creative community and plan exciting projects that make a difference!
9	Asian American Alliance Club	TBD		This club provides a forum for interested students to discuss issues relevant to the Asian-American community, advocate causes affecting Asian-Americans, and celebrate the diverse cultures that make-up Asian-American communities. The club typically meets one Eagle Block per cycle.
10	Band	Mr. Tanzos	322 /343	Students who play a brass/woodwind/percussion instrument are welcome to join band. The marching band rehearses as an after school activity; the concert band practices during block3, on BDF days. Members are required to attend performances on each group.
11	Big Eagle Buddies	Mrs. Woodall Mrs. Jacoby-Gerstenberg	TBD	Become a mentor to students at the Intermediate School! Only juniors and seniors with their own form of transportation from NAHS to NAIS are eligible to participate. Beyond our own NAHS meetings here, mentors will visit NAIS once a month and serve as role models. They will help with classwork, engage in discussions, participate in projects, and more.
12	Biology Olympiad	Mrs. Rakos	252	Competes in EPC academic competition. Students in AP biology and AP environmental science compete in this event.
13	Black Student Union (BSU)	Mrs. Wilson	234	Black Student Union is a space for students to learn more about African American and other cultures, both contemporary and historical. The club meets during Eagle Block.
14	Blue Eagle Aspiring Educators	Mrs. Caracappa Mrs. Schumacher	354	A new club that encourages students to consider and explore a career in education. Students will participate in realistic education-based activities and will be provided opportunities for community involvement. Members of the club will learn more about the various careers in education.
15	Campus Safety Committee	Ms. Simeone	225	This club is open to anyone. We work toward making a safer school community with programs such as Start With Hello, Safe2Say, ALICE and by creating a more postitive school culture.
16	Cantus	Mrs. Rocchi	322	SATB select choir - rehearses before school on Tuesdays/Thursdays 7-7:45AM
17	Chess Club	Mr. Asdourian	290	Competes in EPC competitions
18	Chief Science Officers (CSO)	Ms. Paukovitch	354	The Chief Science Officer or CSO initiative is a first-of-its-kind program where students serve as their school’s liaison for STEM and innovation. CSOs are part of a cohort of student leaders who experience special leadership training, impact STEM opportunities at their sites and in their local communities, and work as a collective cabinet to give input and ideas to adult STEM leaders in their region. The program seeks to inspire student and community STEM awareness and encourage the pursuit of STEM education and careers, ultimately building a strong 21st century workforce.
19	Chorus	Mrs. Rocchi	322	Students who sing (or would like to learn how to sing) are welcome to join chorus. Concert Choir meets during block 3 on BDF Days. Once a student is scheduled into Concert Choir, they are then eligible to audition for Cantus, Crescendudes, or NoteWorthy. Students may also audition for Nightingales (select treble choir) which meets during block 3 on ACE days.
20	Classics Club	Mr. Rauch	350	In the classics club, students will read and review a wide variety of classics. They will also be able to share their passion for classic literature by presenting pieces of their own choosing and discussing them with fellow peers who are interested in learning about the subject. The club will meet during Eagle Block.
21	Color guard	Mr. Tanzos	322 /343	Members of the colorguard perform along with the high schoo marching band at games, parades, and competitions in the fall. In the winter and spring months, the colorguard competes in indorr guard competitions, culminating in the Atlantic Coast Championships, held in Wildwood, NJ.
22	Comet Yearbook	Mrs. Gerhard	259	Comet yearbook is a course that is designed for students who are interested in utilizing their creative abilities, computer skills, communication skills, and language skills to write copy, to compose layouts, to take photographs, to complete sales, and to work as a team to meet deadlines. Class size is limited therefore students are encouraged to take the Introduction to Yearbook course and/or to submit an application for approval to be selected for the course.
23	Crescendudes	Mrs. Rocchi	322	Select Bass A Cappella Choir that rehearses during Eagle Block.
24	Cru	Mrs. Bruch	617	Formerly known as the Fellowship of Christian Students club, Cru is a student group focused on supporting Christian students as they grow in their relationship with Jesus, as well as introducing new students to God's love. Students are provided with resources to learn and grow spiritually to help thrive in all areas of their lives, as well as how to speak to their peers about their faith.
25	DECA	Mrs. Russell	243	DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.
26	Dance Team	Ms. Megan Hendricks	NAHS	Exhibition dance group that performs at Varsity Boys' Basketball games and other school events.
27	Debate Team	Mrs. Cunningham	214	Competes in EPC academic competitions. Tryouts are held in September for the team.
28	Eagle Vision News (EVN)	Mrs. Durner	287	These students are in the advanced visual media classes. They are in charge of running the jumbotron cameras on the football field as well as filming various school-wide evernts.
29	Eco-Initiative Club	Mr. Rose and Mr. Friend	249	This club aims to improve quality of life in the school, community, and beyond by innovating and using ways to increase sustainability and by improving our environment. Ideas for Activities: - Growing/Collecting food for donation/use - Operating Hydroponics - Composting - Utilizing/Revitalizing the Middle School greenhouse - Volunteer opportunities for local parks - Community cleanup events/service opportunities for NHS and other clubs - Hosting scientific discussion of current environmental issues - Promoting sustainable living
30	Envirothon Team	TBD	225	These students meet once a week as a team, and work independently or in small groups as they prepare to compete in the Northampton County Envirothon. This is an academic competition where the top team moves onto states, and then nationals.
31	eSports Club	Mrs. Strouse	Library Media Center	Students interested in playing competitive eSports in local/state interscholastic leagues/tournaments; students interested in the industry may also join. See Mrs. Strouse for current competitive game titles. Students who make Varisty/JV teams are expected to participate in matches/practices after regular school hours in addition to Eagle Block meetings.
32	Fashion Forward Club	Mrs. Durner	381	In this club, the students take a real world issue and create a costume surrounding that theme."Fashion Forward" is the new name they came up with for the sustainable fashion club. It is a club where students work in teams to design fashions out of recycled materials. The goal is to create a wearable sustainable fashion design that will be submitted to the "Junk Kouture" competition in the spring. We will meet 1 time per cycle.
33	Film Making Club	Ms. Stager	373	The Film-Making Club aims to do one thing: make films. Making films requires a group of creative people with a passion for the visual telling of stories. This team will make films, educate in the process of making films, and build a community of artists who can work together. This is an all-year team. We will meet at least once a week and attendance is required. We will be making films throughout the school year.
34	French Club	Madame O'Brien	622	Students taking French (or who had French in the past) meet here to celebrate the French language trough games and activities.
35	Freshmen Class Executive Council	Mrs. Peterson	254 / 258 / 267	Student representative council that conducts fundraising, community events, and class functions throughout the year. Application necessary for membership
36	Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)	Mr. Koser	261	FBLA helps high school students prepare for careers in business through academic competitions, leadership development, and educational programs. If you would like more details, stop by Mr. Koser's room or visit: https://www.pafbla.org/
37	Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)	Mrs. Miller	236	A safe space for students to have conversation about and participate in activities that celebrate a diverse population of students with various sexual and gender identitites.
38	German Club	Mrs. Siekonic	600	German culture is explored.
39	History Club	Ms. Ochse Mr. Cole	215	The History Club provides an opportunity for learners to obtain a wider understanding of History. The Club provides a forum outside of the classroom for students interested in historical study, discussion, and debate, as well as organizing visits or tours to historical sites.
40	Interact Club	Mrs. Emmons	239	Interact is a Rotary-sponsored service club for young people. This club allows NAHS students to give back to the community. The group is open to any 9-12 graders who wish to volunteer their time in order to better the lives of others. We are always looking for new members who want to help others and have fun!
41	Junior Class Executive Council	Mrs. Hull / Mrs. Caracappa / Ms. Stout	284, 285, 286	Application necessary for membership and is submitted in the Spring. This council is responsible for planning key events for the class throughout the year.
42	Key Club	Mrs. Lubarsky	Lower Cafeteria	Key Club is a student-led, high school organization. Our members make the world a better place through service. In doing so, we grow as individuals and as leaders by answering the call to lead, summoning the courage to engage and developing the heart to serve.
43	Library Advisory Board	Mrs. Strouse	Library Media Center	A service organization for students focused on the Library; students help with daily tasks such as re-shelving, book circulation, and general help. Students also help plan special events and run the Java Joint coffee shop. Meets on C days during Eagle Block.
44	Nazareth Hero Squad	Miss Trainello	237	Nazareth Hero Squad will raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
45	Mini THON (currently inactive)	Mrs. Hall	Student Services	Supports PSU Four Diamonds Organization to fight pediatric cancer
46	Mock Trial	Mrs. Cunningham	214	Competes in local / regional / state competitions sponsored by the Pennsylvania Bar Association. Tryouts are held in November for the team.
47	Model United Nations	Mrs. Cunningham	214	Competes in EPC academic competition held annually at Lehigh University. Tryouts are held in February for the team.
48	Multicultural Club	Mrs. Cameline-Courtney Mrs. Siekonic	600	The Multicultural Club is open to everyone! It promotes cultural diversity and acceptance and increases students' knowledge of the different cultures surrounding them. It allows NAHS students to build close friendships with each other while sharing fun and interesting aspects of their cultures.
49	Music Club	Mr. Felix	NAHS	The music club is a collection of groups focusing on modern music and music technology.
50	Muslim Student Association	Mrs. Rivera	245	Create a safe space for young Muslims and allies alike to discuss contemporary issues in today's society. Emphasis is placed on spiritual, social, civic growth, and the well-being of members / participants.
51	National Honor Society	Ms. Roberts	257	Must be invited to participate based upon criteria which inlcudes scholarship, leadership, service, character
52	Nazareth Unplugged Open Mic	Mrs. Durner	381	A student run club that gives all students the opportunity to perform in a small and supportive setting. All performers are welcome from musicians and singers to poets and comedians.
53	NoteWorthy	Mrs. Rocchi	322	Select Treble A Cappella Group - rehearses during Eagle Block
54	Orchestra	Mrs. Sabol	322	Students who play violin, viola, cello or string bass are invited to join orchestra. The group meets as a class on BDF days Block 1 and before school for small select groups. Students have several performances they are required to attend throughout the year.
55	Reading Olympics Book Club	Mrs. Strouse	Library Media Center	Competes in Spring Challenge Reading Olympics
57	Recycling Club	Mr. Cressman	620	Recycling Club is a group of students that go around the school and pick up the recycling. We both ensure that materials get recycled and use the materials for art projects that promote awareness of single use plastics and their longevity. Two such project examples include: 1) Our temporary exhibition last year that inspired people to think: "What is our legacy?" 2) Upcycling plastic six (cleaned plastics from the cafeteria) to create shrinky dinks; we offered this activity at the Sunshine Superbowl last year and had over 45 creations. We meet on E days during Eagle Block.
58	Red Cross Club (currently inactive)	TBD		The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief and education in the United States. AT NAHS we participate in local oportunities such as the Nazareth Food Bank, orgainze fundraising car wash at Red Robin Nazareth, and create Christmas cards for the soldiers.
59	Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)	Mrs. Frace	407	This club is open to anyone. The club meets during Eagle Block and helps students avoid bad decisions with driving, alcohol, drugs, vaping/smoking and make good choices for a healthy lifestyle with events like Red Ribbon Week, Share the Road, Healthy Living Expo, and Driving Simulators.
60	Scholastic Scrimmage	Mr. Asdourian	290	Competes in EPC and regional academic competitions
61	Science Olympiad	Mrs. Keim / Mr. Myers	365	Competes in EPC academic competitions
62	Senior Class Executive Council	Mrs. Myers	318	Application necessary for membership. This group plans senior class events during the year.
63	Sophomore Class Executive Council	Mrs. Emmons	216	Class-representative council that conducts fundraising, community events, and class functions throughout the year. These events include HoCo Hallway, apparell sale, clothing drive and other student-driven initiatives. Application necessary for membership. Students provide teacher recommendations and resume, and must be intereviewed for consideration.
64	Special Olympics Committee	Ms. Villano	238	Assists with Colonial IU 20 / Northampton County Special Olympics
65	Start With Hello (SWH)	Mrs. Frace	407	See Campus Safety Committee
66	Student Government Association	Mrs. Kreider-Davis Mr. Schoeneberger	623	The mission of the Student Government Association is to provide opportunities for students to enhance their high school experience by planning and organizing social activities such as Homecoming, spirit rallies, the Winter Formal, assemblies and more. In addition, the Student Government Association provides funding for transportation, activities, and events that will enhance the overall experience of students and specific groups within Nazareth Area High School.
67	Theatre Troupe	Mrs. Jameson / Mr. Cetnar	349 / Auditorium	Theatre Troupe is open to all students wishing to perform or work on behind-the-scenes tasks. We regularly perform full productions in the fall and spring, along with other opportunities for club activities and smaller performances throughout the school year.
68	The Blue and White Standard	Mrs. Bedoya / Mr. Friend	242	This student journalism club meets during Eagle Block and works on creating our school newspaper, The Blue and White Standard
69	The Fourth Wave	Mrs. Carroll	346	This club is for feminists and allies alike who are open to having various discussions about identity and challenging social norms in efforts to dismantle patriarchy.
70	The Shakespeare Competition Team	Mrs. Durner	287	This team will learn monologues and small scenes from Shakespeare. They will perform the selections at a Shakespeare Competition in the spring at DeSales University. We will meet 1 time per cycle.
71	YouPsych (Psychology Club)	Mrs. Rossetti	Counseling Office	Assist students of all ages in NAHS to explore their passion for psychology without the need for formal classes, stress, or the disappointment of finding out they don’t like it during coursework. This club is all about having fun, not about stress. We will be playing games, watching films, having psychologists from all different fields come in a talk, etc.
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