America's PRIDE
Sponsors: LeeAnne Smith, Jennifer Billett, Beverly Karem
Purpose: PRIDE is a national organization that is devoted to drug
abuse and
violence prevention through education. Using the vehicles of public
speaking, drama, dance and song, PRIDE members reach out to their
peers,
younger students, and the community with an effective and strong
drug-free
message.
Requirements: PRIDE members must take a pledge to remain drug-free
and must
also maintain their grades to be an active PRIDE member.
Meets: PRIDE meets every Wednesday from 2:15-3:30 (cafeteria or
study hall)
PRIDE also meets on Mondays, as needed, from 2:15-3:30 for
rehearsal
Cost: $30
Band
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. Applications open to 2nd semester
Sophomores,
and all Juniors, and Seniors
Meets : Monthly in Studyhall
Cost : $40 (one time fee)
Bridge
Builders
Club Name: Bridge Builders
Sponsors: Sherlette Gilleylen
Purpose: The program is design to promote communication, understanding
, and
trust among developing leaders.
Requirements: Bridge Builders is a two year comprehensive youth
leadership
training program. Participants are selected during their sophomore
year, and
represent a wide variety of cultural, economic, ethnic and social
backgrounds.
Meets: After School 2nd Wednesday of the month And as needed
Cost: No cost this school club
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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: An Association of
Marketing Students
Sponsors: Erin Y. Luster and Kathy Tuberville
Purpose: DECA is a co-curricular association of marketing students.
It
encourages practical skill development in leadership and civic
consciousness
by
offering extensive opportunities to participate in projects that
build
self-awareness and responsible citizenship.
Requirements: Any student who has successfully completed or is
currently
enrolled in a Marketing course
Meets: 3rd Tuesday
Cost: $30
Website: www.deca.org
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 (Family, Career,
Community Leaders of America)
Sponsor : Pam Penn, Kathy Tuberville, Andra Davis
Purpose : To promote leadership; to involve in
school and community; to develop skills related to successful
family life.
Requirements : Open to any student 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
Club Name: German Folk Dancing
Sponsors: Doreen Penrod
Purpose: To learn a German Folk Dance
Requirements: Willingness to have fun and perform a dance
Meets: Wednesdays after school 2:05 2:45 in M210
Cost: none
Website: See our folk dancers dancing on www.HHSGermanClub.tk
under Folk
Dancing and Dance Movie.
French Club
Club Name: Club Français
Sponsors: Rachel Markovitz
Purpose:Celebration of the French language and culture
Requirements:Interest in French
Meets:3rd Tuesday
Cost:$8.00
Website
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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
Club Name: German Club
Sponsors: Doreen Penrod
Purpose: To promote the study of German-speaking cultures and
the German
language
Requirements: Interest in the German language and culture
Meets: 3rd Tuesday of each month in the cafeteria
Cost: $15
Website: www.HHSGermanClub.tk
National German Honor Society
Sponsors: Doreen Penrod
Purpose: To recognize and honor high school scholastic achievement
in the
study of German and to promote interest in the study of the German
language,
literature, and culture
Requirements: A minimum of three semesters of German, A average
in German, 3
or higher overall GPA, no Ns or Us, membership in German Club,
participation
in German-related activities
Meets: -
Cost: $10
Website: -
Horizons Club
Sponsors: BETTY RIDENHOUR, SAM BRASLOW, MELISSA SETTERLUND, SHEILA
WARD
Purpose: TO PROMOTE INTERACTION BETWEEN SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
AND GENERAL
EDUCATION STUDENTS
Requirements: 10TH 12TH GRADE, PARTICIPATE IN MONTHLY MEETINGS,
SERVICE
PROJECTS AND CLUB EVENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS STUDENTS
Meets: 2ND TUESDAY
Cost: $20.00
Website:
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
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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/Kelly
Purpose : To instill an appreciation for ethnic
diversity throug a myriad of activities that provide insight to
the culture, food, dance, religion, etc. of countries throughout
the world.
Requirements : Open to any student interested in
learning and promoting intercultural awareness. Members should
be willing to participate in activities of the club. Meets on
th 2nd Tuesday in m100. Board meets every Friday in m111.
Cost:$20.00 includes t shirt.
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 Flowers
Purpose: To serve the school and community through volunteer service
Requirements: Students volunteer for ten hours of service per
quarter. The
volunteer opportunities are listed on Key Club agendas which are
provided at
the two meetings held per month. All students are invited to join.
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, Weinrich
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. Art show
in the spring, fall photography, and the senior holiday tree.
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 : $5 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 Council
Sponsors: Tina Traylor, Café Manager
Purpose: To educate students about nutrition and promote healthy
eating
habits
Requirements: Students must have a C average, attend 80% of the
meetings,
participate in a community service project, participate in a school
wide
project
Meets: Third Tuesday
Cost: $10.00
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: Ms. Ray
Purpose: To enhance students’ knowledge, appreciation, and creativity
with poetry
Requirements: Any student who has an interest in poetry may join.
Two original poems to reveal poetic ability must be submitted.
Meets: During the 3rd Tuesday club time
Cost: $5.00
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: Betty Crotty
Meets: Officers meet 2nd Clubs. Members meet 3rd Clubs
Cost: $ 20.00
Purpose: To do community service and acts of random kindness for
others
Requirements: Must have good behavior and attitude at all times
in all
classes and respect for other people.
Scholarship Prep
Sponsor-Molly McNally Cathy Crowe
Purpose-Mentor students in prep for interview and scholarships-essay
review
Requirements- 11 or 12 grade
Meets 2nd Tuesday Room 229
Cost Free
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.
Science Club
Sponsors: Amy Smith and Imogene Canady
Purpose: To promote the importance of science in the world
Requirements: Enjoy science
Meets: After school
Cost: 0
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
Skills USA
Sponsors: Mr. Hager
Purpose: Special Projects in Personal Computing
Requirements: Experienced in upgrading, repairing personal computers.
Meets: 3rd Tuesday
Cost: $30.00 includes T-shirt and membership in National Skills
USA
Website: Work in Progress
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
Sponsors:Andrea Darlington, Sandra Davis, Gail Ryan
Purpose:to provide a place for Christian students to
grow in their relationship with Christ through praise,
worship, and fellowship with other Christian students.
Requirements: pay membership fee
Meets: Second Tuesday, Auditorium
Cost:$10 to join, $20 with tee 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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