BHS Student Clubs & Organizations 2019-20


1	Club Name	Club Description	Meeting Day	Meeting Time	Meeting Location	Sponsor Name	Sponsor Email	Membership Criteria, if applicable	Club website or social sites, if applicable

2	ARK Club (Random Acts of Kindness)	We promote mental wellness and inclusion of students through school by spreading kindness to all. We are in charge of the Kindness Campaign, Kindness Shells, Kindness Week, Compliment Clothespins, Inspirational Ceiling Tiles, and so much more.	Every other Thursday at Ball High; most Tuesdays we go to different elementary schools	4:00 - 5:00 P.M.	BHS Room 2051	Allie Martinez	AlisonMartinez@gisd.org	Anyone willing to spread kindness and help with campaigns around school	Remind Code @kind4all Facebook: Ball High ARK Club
3	Ball High Cheer	We are the school cheerleaders. We cheer on our athletic teams and compete against other cheer teams throughout the state of Texas.	Monday-Friday	Cheer Class (mandatory), After school practice from 4:00 - 5:00 P.M.	BHS Cafeteria	Aja Cormier	AjaCormier@gisd.org	Cheerleader applicants must submit a packet that indicates that they are academically eligible, as well as having no major discipline issues. Once their packet is approved, the participate in a tryout clinic and tryouts. Based on scores, applicants find out whether they have been selected for the team as well as if they scored for the Varsity team or the Junior Varsity team.
4	Ball High eSports	Our Ball High students will learn to play team based eSports games competitively. Our teams compete against other schools' teams over the internet in different games (such as League of Legends) over the course of a season with a goal of qualifying for the national tournaments.	Monday, Wednesday, Friday, compete on Tuesdays	4:00 - 6:00 P.M.	BHS Room 1100	Patrick Neff	PatrickNeff@gisd.org	No limits on joining, but students must pass and maintain good attendance/discipline in order to compete
5	Ball High Sprouts	Environmental club that grows veggies in an Urban Farm, does Beach cleanups, future classroom plastic recycling, and climate change canvasing.	Saturdays	9:00 A.M.	Seeding Galveston Farm 33rd and N	Dr. Dan Hochman	DanielHochman@gisd.org
6	Ball High Band	Band	Monday-Friday	7:30 - 9:00 A.M.	BHS Band Hall	Steven Farrell	StevenFarrell@gisd.org	Students have to be able to read music and perform on a Band instrument.
7	Cogito Philosophy Club	Philosophy Reading/ Discussion Group	Tuesday	4:00 - 5:00 P.M.	BHS Room 2041	Gerald May	GeraldMay@gisd.org	Ball High Student / all inclusive
8	Ball High Dance Crew	Open to students who want to perform in various events in the community and school. This is not just for one genre of dance, but acknowledges all the styles.	Mondays and Thursdays	4:00 - 5:00 P.M.	BHS 1137 or 1138	Jessica Stewart	JessicaStewart@gisd.org
9	Fellowship of Christian Athletes	The purpose of the Fellowship of Christian Athletes is to create a time and location for those attending to experience God. Through biblical principles, and being led by the Holy Spirit, our mission is to fulfill The Great Commission: Matthew 28:19-20 “19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”	Wednesday	7:30 - 8:00 A.M.	BHS Room 1056	Houston Creighton	HoustonCreighton@gisd.org	No criteria needed	https://www.fca.org Remind code: @b44ggc
10	Gay-Straight Alliance	A weekly support group for members of the LGBTQ+ community as well as allies where we discuss important issues. All are welcome!	Friday	4:00 P.M.	BHS Room 2081	Kelly Day Kaitlin Buhler	KellyDay@gisd.org KaitlinBuhler@gisd.org		Remind Code: @ballgsa
11	GNerds	Student who enjoy gaming, D & D (Thursday’s) anime, and going to conventions for the same.	Tuesday	3:50 - 5:30 P.M.	BHS Room 2031	ShawnMorrison	ShawnMorrison@gisd.org	We accept all people.	Remind Code: 81010@gnerds
12	Interact Club	Interact Club is an opportunity for students to learn about volunteer opportunities around the island, as well as learn about the impact of the Rotary Club. There are opportunities for leadership, camps, and scholarships depending on a student's level of participation.	Thursday	7:45 A.M. and 3:45 P.M. There is no need to attend both, just pick the time that is best for your schedule.	Any events at the school will meet in room 2017.	Mr. Burroughs	LarryBurroughs@gisd.org		Remind Code: @txinteract
13	Mu Alpha Theta	The purpose of this organization is to promote scholarship in, and enjoyment and understand of mathematics.	Wednesday	3:50 PM	BHS Room 2083	Kim Legate and Esther Sjostrom	EstherSjostrom@gisd.org KimLegate@gisd.org	Membership requires current enrollment in an advanced math course, an A average in high school mathematics courses and a minimum completion of two years of college preparatory mathematics(pre-AP or AP) . Continuing membership also includes a required number of hours of math tutorials and math related activities. Each member pays fees for the cost of certificates and graduation cords.
14	National Art Honor Society	This national organization provides volunteer services in visual arts for it's members and awards outstanding members through scholarship opportunities.	Monday	directly after school the 2nd Monday of the month and and make up meeting on Tuesday morning at 7:45 A.M.	BHS Room 1156	Mrs. Moore Ms. Lepo	ColleenMoore@gisd.org	Students are invited to become members in the spring each year if they have completed two years of high school art and have a 90 grade average.
15	National Honor Society	The National Honor Society (NHS) elevates a school’s commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. The Ball High School National Honor Society works in the community to make Galveston the best it can be.	Every-other Thursday	7:45 A.M. and 3:50 P.M.	BHS Room 2076	Lauren Seiler	LaurenSeiler@gisd.org	Have to be a sophomore, with a GPA of 3.5, and 40 hours of community service.	Club remind - @nhsb1920
16	National Technical Honor Society	To honor student achievement and leadership in career and technical education, promote educational excellence, award scholarships, and enhance career opportunities for the NTHS membership. The National Technical Honor Society currently serves approximately 100,000 active members and nearly a million members since its inception in 1984. Awarding over $2 million in scholarships to date, NTHS honors the achievements of top CTE students, provides scholarships to encourage the pursuit of higher education, and cultivates excellence in today’s highly competitive, skilled workforce. For over 30 years, NTHS has been the acknowledged leader in the recognition of outstanding student achievement in career and technical education.	Meeting dates are announced thru Remind to members.	After school	BHS Room 1088 and sometimes the lecture hall	Edmond Hendon	EdmundHendon@gisd.org	Student membership is open to Ball high school students who are enrolled in career and technical education programs. Each student must meet the qualifications of a 3.1 GPA. Membership cost is a one-time $35 fee and annual dues of $15 after your 1st year to cover an induction ceremony and any other organization expenses.	https://nths.org/
17	Spanish Honor Society	To recognize high achievement in Spanish by students of secondary schools and to promote a community of interest in Hispanic Studies. The Society is an national and International academic honor society in the study of high school Spanish and Portuguese and is sponsored by the American Association of Spanish and Portuguese Inc. (AATSP).	2nd or 3rd Tuesday of Every Month.	3:50 P.M.	BHS Room 1025	Eva Purcell	EvaPurcell@gisd.org
18	Speech & Debate Team	This group of academically focused, talented, creative, and competitive students travel on weekends competing in the #1 phobia in the world; public Speaking. The team specializes in three distinct areas of the art form known as Forensics. Areas of expertise, debate, public speaking, and interpretation of literature. Students compete on four circuits throughout the year, the National Speech & Debate Association (NSDA), Texas Forensics Association (TFA), University Interscholastic League (UIL) and the Optimist International Oratorical & Essay Annual Contests. Also, the team receives invitations to speak locally at the Martin Luther King Memorial Celebrations, and other civic functions.	If a student is not enrolled in the 7th period Debate Class, they must consult with Coach Merritte to arrange a meeting/practice time.	7th period, before or after school by appointment	BHS Room 1050	Michael Merritte	MichaelMerritte@gisd.org	Academically eligible, able to accept and adapt to constructive criticism, personal integrity, willing to travel on weekends, a strong desire to compete and enhance speaking skills.
19	Student Council	Student Leadership and development	Wednesday	3:50 P.M.	BHS Room 1083	Rachel Shuman	RachelShuman@gisd.org	Application and Dues
20	Technology Student Association	The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national organization of students engaged in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Members learn through exciting competitive events, leadership opportunities, and much more. A wide range of activities makes TSA a positive experience for every student. Mission Statement The Technology Student Association (TSA) enhances personal development, leadership, and career opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), whereby members apply and integrate these concepts through intracurricular activities, competitions, and related programs. Vision Statement TSA is accelerating student achievement and supporting teachers by providing engaging opportunities to develop STEM skills. Motto Learning to lead in a technical world.	When meetings are called by the club officers	Mornings, 7:30 A.M.	BHS Room 1088	Edmond Hendon	EdmundHendon@gisd.org	Open to students enrolled in or who have completed technology education courses, Any student who is benefiting from TSA services and materials must be an active member of TSA	https://tsaweb.org/tsa
21	Tor Cafe'	A good place to start your day off right! We have coffee, tea & hot chocolate, along with snacks. You can check out the Tutorial Schedules if you need some help with your classes.	Every Morning	7:00 - 7:30 A.M.	BHS Library	Danita Lanier / Laura Neff	DanitaLanier@gisd.org
22	Tor Cafe' PM	The place to wind down after school with games, coffee, tea, hot chocolate along with snacks! Access to computers, laptops and projects supplies and open until 5:00, so plenty of time to catch up on schoolwork while you are still at school!	Tuesday and Thursday	3:45 - 5:00 P.M.	BHS Library	Danita Lanier / Laura Neff	DanitaLanier@gisd.org
23	TOR Girls	We are a group of young women who intend on empowering ourselves and others through community involvement, practicing self-advocacy, and just having a good time with other girls!	Wednesday	4:00 - 5:00 P.M.	BHS Library	Carissa Hairrell Kelly Temple	CarissaHairrell@gisd.org KellyTemple@gisd.org	N/A	Remind code @torgir
24	Tornettes	The official dance team of the Ball High School Tornadoes who participate in everything from kicking under the famed Friday Night Lights, parading through Mardi Gras, Winter Contest Season, and an annual Spring Show dance review.	Monday-Friday	7:00 A.M.	BHS Dance Room and Lower Gym	Tiffany Vaiani	TiffanyVaiani@gisd.org	Audition process	Ballhightornettes.com
25	Tornettes, JV Team	The feeder program to our famed Ball High Tornettes, our JV Tornettes dance at home Freshman and JV football games, parade during Mardi Gras, complete Winter Contest Season, and participate in our annual Spring Show dance review.	Monday-Thursday	3:45 P.M.	BHS Dance Team	Ami Ray	AmiRay@gisd.org	Audition Process	Ballhightornettes.com
26	Yearbook	We work together as a team to design a memorable book of the school year. Students get to learn not only computer skills, but also photography, organization, writing, and design. Students get real world experience as they get to capture photos at school events.	Monday-Friday	1st or 4th Period	BHS Room 2007	Ashley Foreman	AshleyForeman@gisd.org	Students need to apply prior to the current school year ending based on writing, design elements, and photography. Students will be chosen for class by next school year and must maintain good grades and excellent behavior.