America's PRIDE
Sponsor : L.A. Smith / Crowe/Billet
Purpose : To provide opportunities for team members to
learn more about the dangers of drug abuse and present programs which
promote a drug-free lifestyle to elementary and middle school students.
Requirements : Team members must sign a pledge to remain
drug-free. They must be willing to teach younger students through
songs, dances, or skits.
Meets : Wednesday afternoons from 2:25 - 3:30 p.m. in Cafeteria
Cost : $8 dues plus $12 for official America 's PRIDE performance
t-shirt.
Recommendations : 2 teacher recommendations and essay required.
Band
2006
Grand Champions!
Sponsor : Smith
Purpose : The Houston band is a performance organization
for grades 9 - 12. Performance opportunities are offered through
Marching Band, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Clarinet Choir, Flute Choir, Percussion
Ensemble, and Color Guard.
Requirements : While enrollment in band class is open to
anyone with prior band experience, participation in a performance group
is at the discretion of the director.
Meets : Once a day during school and after school as needed.
Cost : A small fee is charged to those students using school
owned instruments. There is also a charge for summer band camp.
Tryouts : See the director.
http://www.thehoustonband.com
Beta Club
Sponsor : Ducey/Hatsell
Purpose : Service organization to school and community
Requirements : 90 GPA, E or S in conduct, no honor infractions,
no ISS or OSS. Faculty recommendations. Open to 2nd semester Sophomores,
and all Juniors, and Seniors
Meets : Monthly in Studyhall
Cost : $20 national dues (paid once) $20 local dues paid
yearly
Bridge Builders
Sponsor: Gilleylen
Purpose : It is a leadership and diversity program that
involves junior and senior high school students.
Requirements : Attend monthly meeting and community service
projects. http://www.bridgesusa.org/ld_bridgebuilders.asp
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Concert Choir -
Sponsor : Dr. Billy Rayburn
Purpose : To represent the school and Shelby county as
ambassadors of goodwill in T.V. presentations, civic organizations, churches,
school concerts, conventions, and as demonstration groups at educational
workshops.
Requirements : Any student with a high interest in singing
and performing.
Practices : Daily throughout the school year.
Tryouts : Members are auditioned in the spring for participation
in the following school year.
Cost : Members are asked to buy a uniform and participate
in the Houston Choir Booster Club (approximate total cost $90)
http://www.houstonchoirs.org
DECA
Sponsor : Ms. Erin Luster
Purpose : To provide learning opportunities for Marketing
Education students through goal oriented chapter activities.
Requirements : Student must be enrolled in the Marketing
Education program.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday in C. Library
Cost : $15
Environmental Club
Sponsor: Parker/Ferryman
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Meets: 2nd Tuesday in M243
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FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
Sponsor : Bill Perry
Purpose : To present to athletics and coaches and those
whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ
as Savior and Lord, and serving Him in their relationships and in the
fellowship of the church.
Requirements : Interest in sports and recreational activities.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month in Varsity Gym
Cost : $5
FCCLA (Families, Careers & Community
Leaders of America)
Sponsor : Pam Penn, Andra Davis, Kathy Tuberville
Purpose : To promote leadership; to involve in school and
community; to develop skills related to successful family life.
Requirements : Open to any students enrolled in Family
and Consumer Sciences.
Meets : 2nd Tuesday of each month in C. Library
Cost : $7
Film Society
Sponsor: Cotten
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Meets : 2nd Tuesday of each month in M32
Folk Dancing
Sponsor: Penrod
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
French Club
Sponsor : Suffren
Purpose : To further the students' interest in the culture,
civilization, language and heritage of France
Requirements : Open to all students in grades 9-12.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month in the auditorium
Cost : $7
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Future Business Leaders of America
Sponsor : Hammond/Luster/Rosamond
Purpose : The purpose of Business Professionals of America
is to prepare students for the business workforce through the advancement
of leadership, citizenship, academic, and technological skills.
By integrating its programs into the business classroom, Business Professionals
of America build leadership, professionalism, poise, dependability, patriotism,
and competency into business students.
Requirements : Any student who is currently enrolled in
a business, office, or business education course.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month in M259
German Club
Sponsor : Penrod
Purpose : To promote knowledge of German-speaking cultures.
Requirements : Interest in German language and-or culture.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month in Cafe/210
Horizons Club
Sponsor : Ridenhour, Braslow, Ward, Setterlund
Purpose : Coming Soon
Meets : 2nd Tuesday during club schedule each month in Cafe.
Horticulture / FFA
Sponsor : Carter
Purpose : To promote leadership, citizenship, patriotism, character, scholarship, and thrift among members.
Requirements : Be enrolled in agriculture classes or have an interest in agriculture.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday during club schedule each month in 49
HOSA - Health Occupations Students of America
Sponsor : Reed
Purpose : HOSA is a national youth leadership organization for students interested in career opportunities in the health care industry. By combining classroom training with membership in HOSA, students gain important knowledge and leadership skills that will enable them to be successful now and later in life.
Requirements : Secondary member - Any student enrolled in the Health Science & Technology Program; Associate member - any Houston High student.
Meets : 2nd &3rd Tuesday of each month in Room A202
Cost : $15
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International Club
Sponsor: Tobias/Braddock
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
International Thespian Society
Sponsor : Lorraine Cotten
Purpose : The International Thespian Society is the student counterpart to he Educational Theater Association. The Thespian Society offers students exposure to the larger world of theater. As members, students must participate in events such as the State Thespian Conference, the International Thespian Festival, and have opportunities to earn scholarships for college.
Requirements : Any student with a professional interest in the performing arts. Students earn membership through the Thespian point system. Ten points are required for initiation.
Meets : 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month or as designated by the sponsor.
Cost : After membership initiation: $22 annual
dues.
Recommendations :
Junior Classical League
Sponsor : Braddock
Purpose : To enhance knowledge of and appreciation for
ancient civilizations and their contributions to the present.
Requirements : Present and former students of Latin.
Meetings : Special events to be announced (No meetings
during Club Schedule)
Cost : $22 includes a T-shirt and the fee for trhe National
Latin Exam
Key Club
Sponsor : Karen Pullen
Purpose : To develop initiative and leadership while serving the school and community through experiences in living and working together.
Requirements : Open to any student in grades 9 -12; five hours of service per month
Meets : After school in Circulation Library
Cost : $15
Recommendations : Two teacher recommendations.
Knowledge Bowl
Sponsor : Cook & Poole
Purpose : To compete for academic scholarships in the Channel
3 Knowledge Bowl. To compete in academic competitions throughout
the state.
Requirements : Any student interested in any grade may
participate.
Meets : Wednesday and Thursday afternoons 2: 20 - 3:20
p.m. in Rm. 129
Cost : None
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Literary Magazine- Avatar
Sponsor : Traverse
Purpose : To create the school's literary magazine and participate
in the Wordsmith competition
Requirements : Open to creative, artistic and dedicated students
Meets : After school in Rm. 223
Cost : $25 per staff member
Martial Arts
Sponsor: Jim Smith and Spenser Nesvick
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday in Rm.34
Mock Trial
Sponsor : Wolff
Purpose : To teach courtroom procedure, etiquette, and
strategies, while arguing the prosecution and defense of a case.
District competitions are held in February, and State competitions are
held in March.
Requirements : One night of practice a week, student run
study groups with team, the student needs to be available for state and
district competitions.
Tryouts : Will be held towards the end of October for roles
of Attorney and Witness.
Practices : Thursday night 6:30 - end.
Cost : $10 to pay for Attorney coach's fees, props, and
team expenses.
Model United Nations
Sponsor : Wolff
Purpose : A role playing activity in which participants assume the roles of delegates from various nations. Its purpose is to introduce participants to the structure and purpose of the United Nations and the challenges of international relations. This includes exposing delegates to an understanding of how diplomacy, politics and caucuses operate.
Meets : After school
Mu Alpha Theta
Sponsor : Packard & Hayes
Purpose : To foster an interest in mathematics and to help
other students through tutoring and/or mentoring so that they can learn
to enjoy mathematics also.
Requirements : 11th and 12th graders who have completed
Algebra II. They must have at least a 96 average in each semester
of their high school mathematics courses. They are recommended by
their mathematics teacher and then must be voted in by the other club
members.
Meets : Call meetings, before school in M107
Cost : $12
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National Art Honor Society
Sponsor : Curlin
Purpose : Recognize those students who have shown outstanding
ability in the field of art; serve as an inspiration for students to strive
for higher goals in their work.
Requirements : 9th graders who have completed one semester
of art at Houston High School and are currently enrolled in art with a
consistent "A" average. No ISS or OSS . All conduct,
all subjects "S" or "E."
Meets :
Cost : $10 membership fee.
Recommendations : By current art teacher
National Honor Society
Sponsor : Suchman/Liles
Purpose : Recognition of students with highest grades,
character, and leadership.
Requirements : 94 GPA cumulative - open to second semester
juniors and seniors.
Meets : Monthly or when necessary.
Cost : $15 per year ($10 plus $5 induction fee)
Recommendations : Chosen by faculty only
Nutrition Club
Sponsor: Traylor
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Pamoja
Sponsor : Stennis/Ja. Smith
Purpose : To enhance and encourage an appreciation for
cultural awareness.
Requirements : All students who desire to increase their
cultural awareness.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Cost : $5 per semester
Photography Club
Sponsor: Swain
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month in 242
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Poetry Club
Sponsor: Ray
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month in A204
The Pony Express
Sponsor : Hendrix
Purpose : To produce the Pony Express, the student newspaper
of Houston High School .
Requirements : Students interested in becoming a member
of the staff will enroll in Journalism/Newspaper. The main areas
studied are news writing, sports writing, editorial writing, photography,
advertising, and graphic design. Teacher recommendation is required.
Meets : 2nd and 3rd Tuesday of each month in M234
R.A.K.
Sponsor: Bryant
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Meets : 2nd Tuesday of each month in M122
SGA (Student Government Association)
Sponsor : Spain
Purpose : To create leaders for tomorrow by giving the
best and brightest Houston students opportunities to: represent
the student body, participate in enriching community service activities,
and actively promote spirit and positivity in all aspects of Houston High
School .
Meets : During and after school.
Cost : None.
SPA
Sponsor: Riggan
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
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Science Bowl Team
Sponsor : Roberts / Poole
Purpose : Science competition.
Requirements : 10th - 12th grade only.
Meets : November through April.
Try-outs : Qualification by examination;
Recommendations : Recommendation by science teacher required.
Show Choir
Sponsor : Dr. Rayburn
Purpose : The HHS Show Choir is a group of 12 young men
and women who perform wide variety of pop, jazz, and Broadway music
through singing and choreography. The group performs for various
church, community, school, and civic organizations. On average,
the group performs 32 times during the year. At Christmas the group,
dressed in traditional Dickens carolers attire, becomes a caroling group
performing again for many organizations throughout Shelby County .
Requirements : Demonstrate a very advance vocal skill with
the ability to sing a variety of styles (pop, jazz, Broadway, etc._.
Demonstrate the ability to quickly learn and perform jazz and hip hop
dance steps. Demonstrate the maintenance of a high GPA because of
the demands of the class in practice and performance at night and during
the school day. Demonstrate the ability to work well with others
in a group situation in which constructive criticism is frequently given.
Try-outs : Auditions are held in March each year for the
following school year.
Cost : $300 choreography fee and a $65 uniform fee.
http://www.houstonchoirs.org
Spanish Club
Sponsor : Stern
Purpose : To increase cultural awareness and world communications.
Requirements : Any student presently taking Spanish and
maintaining satisfactory conduct in all classes.
Meets : 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Cost : $10
Spanish National Honor Society
Sponsor : Ferryman
Purpose : To further the students' interest in the culture,
language and diversity of the Hispanic population world-wide.
Requirements : Students must presently be in Level III
or IV classes, maintain a "B" average, have excellent conduct,
and be willing to do community service activities.
Meetings : Officers only meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month.
Students meet once or more after school or at night at local restaurants
or homes.
Cost : $20
Recommendations : Chosen by sponsor.
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Student Impact
Sponsor : Darlington & Ryan
Purpose : The purpose of Student Impact is to provide a
forum for a Christian-based ministry to the faculty, staff, and student
body of Houston High School .
Requirements : Any student who wishes to grow in the knowledge
of Jesus Christ and actively serve in the ministry to the school.
Meets : 2nd Tuesday of each month in Auditorium
Cost : $5 or $15 (for t-shirt)
Teams Engineering
Sponsor: Ducey
Purpose : Coming Soon.
Requirements : Coming Soon.
Yearbook
Sponsor : Cox
Purpose : To produce the Mustang Spirit.
Requirements : Journalism class - 5 days a week.
Meets : 5 days a week.
Cost : Complete an application form, be recommended by
previous or current English teacher.
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