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Clubs, Organizations & Activities

There are a wide variety of clubs and activities available to students. To request a new club or activity or for general information about clubs and activities, please contact the Student Services administrator.  For information about a club or activity beyond what is listed here, contact the sponsor via FirstClass.

DISCLAIMER:  Secondary school students may form noncurriculum related student groups.  The fact that such clubs are permitted to conduct meetings on District premises and may be monitored by school officials shall not constitute school sponsorship or Disctrict endorsement of the purposes of such clubs or the content of their meetings.

Clubs & Activities are divided into two distinct types - curriculum related and noncurriculum related

Curriculum Related Student Groups directly relate to a school's curriculum if:
  • the group's subject matter is actually taught, or will soon be taught, in a regularly offered course;
  • the group's subject matter concerns the body of courses as a whole; or
  • participation in the group is required for a particular course or results in academic credit.
Clubs or Activity Sponsor Description Meets Web
Academic Decathlon Mr. Ahern & Mr. Daughterty The Academic Decathlon is a team competition wherein students match their intellects with students from other schools. Students are tested in ten categories which focus on a specific place or time period. This years topic is China. The topics are: Art, Economics, Essay, Interview, Language and Literature, Mathematics, Music, Science, Social Science, and Speech.
Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are awarded for individual events and total scores. Winning teams advance through the local, regional, and state levels of competition. The state champions compete at the national finals.		 TBD  
African-American History Challenge
Mrs. Erdenberger, Mr. Thomas & Ms. Whitaker
African American Achievers is a group of male African American students with a GPA of at least 2.5.  It is sponsored by Ms. Erdenberger, Mr. Thomas and Mr. Williams who are responsible for these three objectives of the group: Coomunity contacts and professional development, community service and mentoring younger members of the group.  We meet approximately monthly. Contact sponsor  
DECA Mr. Gustafson & Mr. Sailors DECA, An Association of Marketing Students, is an exclusive organization available to current Marketing 1-2 and 3-4 students. This student organization participates in leadership & development, civic consciousness, competitive, and social activities. There are 1-3 DECA activities per month. Details of the organization are announced and discussed during marketing classes.  
Drama Club & International Thespian Society Ms. Jordan PIf you are interested in any part of theater or entertaining, on-stage or back-stage, you belong in Drama Club!  Come check it out.  All are welcome for Drama Club.  
"If you haven't figured out where YOU belong- It's because you haven't found us!"  We are also members of the International Thespian Society- a sort of Honors Level Drama Club.  Thespians has a point requirement.		 Every other Tuesday starting September 2 from 3:00 - 4:30 PM or contact the sponsor  
Environment Club - Green Mrs. Westbrook Pending Contact sponsor  
FFA Chapter - Biotech Club Mrs. Vaughan FFA is an opportunity to participate in leadership, community involvement, career explorations, and science-related agricultural activities. Every Wednesday from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM in room. 244.
Fine Lines Ms. Wilson A club for creative writers who would like to see their work published. Pending  
French Club Mrs. Sariscsany & Ms. Mangiameli Traditionally, the French Club participates in the Homecoming Parade and sponsors a hayride with bonfire in the fall. The hayrack ride is open to all International Language students. Winter events may include caroling, karaoke party, progressive dinners, ice or roller skating. Spring events include the UNL Modern Language Fair and French Convention . North High's French Club also takes a trip to France every three years (next trip 2007), and has hosted French teens in the summer. Its members also take advantage of local and statewide cultural offerings. Meetings are planned the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. Activities at the club meetings include planning for events, international café where students must converse in French, various events planned by the officers.  
Future Business Leaders of America Mr. Dickey FBLA is one of the largest and oldest student organizations in the world.  In creating the most important portfolio of your life, yourself, our student organization creates projects, scholarships, and many other business related activities that will allow the student to enhance their learning opportunities at Omaha North High School, as well as in the business world.  In doing so, FBLA teams up with other student organizations, such as Academy of Finance, allowing for even more growth opportunities for all students who wish to be involved in the business world.  What ever you, the student, decide to do in life, business is one common term throughout the world and I hope FBLA or another area of business can help you grow while attending Omaha North High School. Contact sponsor  
German Club Ms. Long German Club is for everyone that would like to help promote the study of German in the school and in the community. Our activities include sponsorship of an International Language Volleyball Tournament, participation in the Homecoming Parade, promotion of German-American Day, a Gingerbread-Building Contest, carrolling at area retirement homes, a trip to the Amana Colonies, movie nights, games nights, food nights, and much more. If you are interested in being a member of German Club, talk to Frau Bailey or come to a meeting on Wednesday night. Wednesdays after school in Rm. 173.] from 3:00 - 3:30.  
JETS Engineering Technology staff JETS (Junior Engineering Technology Society) is an academic team competing in engineering and science. Last year North had 4 teams. The varsity team took second place in the state and the junior varsity took first in state and 16th nationally. In 2007-2008, the varsity team came in 5th in the country and the jr varsity came in 26th nationally. After-school meetings - contact any Engineering Technology staff member  
JROTC Color Guard & Drill Team Sgt. Jeff Edie (R) or Maj. Herb Moore (R) Participate in competitive meets against other local and regional competition. Mon thru Friday; November thru March  
Latino Leaders Ms. Eggleston, Ms. Lawton or Mr. Riggins Contact club sponsors for more information.    
Magnet Scholars Mr. Buckner Magnet Scholars is a peer support group for high-achieving students whose ethnic backgrounds are currently underrepresented at the college level. The group focuses on locating college scholarships, training students in workplace etiquette, networking, time management and role modeling. Magnet Scholars also offers a service component by providing opportunities for students to mentor others. During lunch on A-Day Mondays  
Math Club Dr. Holley Students that enjoy mathematics can come to Brown Bag math club for a lunchtime of math problems, games, and puzzles.  Various competitions throughout the region will be attended by the math team. Brown Bag meets every B-day during lunch in Room 175.  
Metro Science Fair Mr. Slusher Participation by Omaha North students in the Metro Science Fair is handled by the FFA group. Contact sponsor  

MOBA
Dr. Kallstrom, Mr. Greene-Walsh or Mr. Vinchattle Pending Contact sponsor  
National Honor Society Ms. Connors & Ms. Bruland Service organization dedicated to enriching the community and North High. Application process beginning in February. Based on GPA, participation in school and community activities as well as some volunteer experience. Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7 a.m. in the Lecture Hall
  
Newspaper/Yearbook Ms. Aerts Meets as a regular class    
North Electric Vehicle and Technology Club Mr. Walter We work on constructing several electric cars for the OPPD Power Drive and race them at race tracks around Nebraska Contact the sponsor  
ProStart Culinary Competition Mrs. Witty & Mrs. Becker  Members are selects by their Culinary Skills Instructor.   Competions vary but are usually held in the early spring.  Meetings will be scheduled by the team members, their mentors, and instructors.  
RAD - Real Advocate for Diversity (Multicultural Club) Ms. Bernard & Mr. Custard

Real Advocates for Diversity (RAD) is North High's Multicultural club. Our goal is to educate and support our fellow students on issues of diversity.

Please email the sponsors at  kevin.custard@ops.org or jenn.bernard@ops.org if you are interested in participating in RAD. We maintain a FirstClass Conference for members, so let us know if you would like to be added to the conference.

 TBD  
S.A.M.E. Dr. Kallstrom      
Science Olympiad Mr. Abdalla, Mrs. Cooney, Mrs. Loder, Mrs. Ricard & Mrs. Westbrook Participants in Science Olympiad turn their passion for learning and doing science into preparation for competitive tournaments at local, regional, national and international levels. The events selected by the students are researched and practiced at meetings and on the student's own time. Monday from 3:00 PM -4:30 PM in room 344. Email sponsor to confirm next meeting date.  
Sewing Club Ms. Beran & Mrs. Witty Student work on individual projects of their choice and bring their own material & supplies. Thursdays, 3:00 - 4:00 PM in room 141  
Special Olympics Mrs. Holley & Mr. Sprague For information about the Special Olympics, please contact the sponsor. Varies, contact the sponsor  
Student Council Ms. Beck An elected group of students of Omaha North High School who promote the general well being of the student body, and promote school spirit and community service. Mondays: Officer Meetings, room 311, 7:00am
Tuesdays: General Meetings, lecture hall, 7:00am		  
Tech Club Ms. Laux  All "digital devotees" and computer enthusiasts of all skill levels are welcome to attend.  We explore everything which exists in a digital realm and produce podcasts, videos, music, and other New Media products.  Meets Thursday in room 265 from 3:00 - 4:30 PM.  
 

Noncurriculum Related Student Groups - A noncurriculum related student group is any student group that does not directly relate to the body of courses offered by the school.
Clubs or Activity Sponsor Description Meets Web
Astronomy Club Mr. Kappas or Mrs. Ricard Promotes discussion about concepts related to Astronomy, plans star gazing outings and activities. Thursdays: 3-4 in room 243  
Bridge Club Mr. Moneke The Bridge Club is designed as a followup to the Bridge In Schools Program which was started at McMillian Middle School (sponsored by Warren Buffett).  There are about 30 Freshmen and Sophomores here at North High who were in that McMillian program.  Those students have been invited to continue their interest in Bridge....also any other students are welcome. Tuesdays in room 363 from 3:00 - 4:30 PM  
Chess Club Dr. Holley All ability levels of players are welcome to come in and play other students. Chess club will meet second and fourth Thursdays after school in Room 205.  
DREAM Mr. Johnson      
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Mrs. Cooney, Mrs.  Szatko or Mr. Turner Athletes and non-atheletes meet together for scripture reading, fellowship, prayer and support. Meets Mondays after school at 7:00 PM.  
Freshmen Mentors Ms. Hall & Mrs. O'Neill Pending Contact sponsor  
Gay-Straight Alliance Ms. Iles The Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) is a club which provides a place for all students, of whatever sexual orientation, to feel welcome and comfortable. The group aims to raise awareness of issues facing gay and lesbian students, who face physical and mental abuse at a much higher rate than other students. Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month in room 203.  
Junior Class / Prom Ms. Eggleston Planning committee for the anual prom dance Contact sponsor  
Just Friends Mrs. Holley & Mr. Sprague Just Friends is a club that meets once a month after school to give students with disabilities and students without disabilities an opportunity to get to know each other in a fun, friendly atmosphere. There is usually a craft or activity that has been planned that gives students the opportunity to work together and form friendships. For questions - go to either of the sponsors in room 071 Meets four times a year - contact Mrs. Holley for dates.  
Key Club Information is pending Key Club Is affiliated with the Kiwanis Clubs. It is a service organization that has an emphasis on helping children. We do such things as paint houses, serve meals to local Ronald McDonald or Rainbow house, trick or treat for UNICEF, tutoring, etc.  Thursday mornings 7am in room 310  
NorthStar Mr. Johnson Pending Contact sponsor  
Outdoor Club Mr. Ahern      
Peer Mediators Ms. Freeman Mature students can receive training that prepares them to mediate conflicts between other students. Conflicts are referred to mediators who help solve problems before they escalate into serious conflicts Meetings vary, contact the sponsor.  
Role Playing Club Ms. Strayer-Gass Looking for something different to do? Want to meet new people and make new friends? Always wondered the purpose of a 20-sided die, or maybe you already love Role Playing but can never find people or space to play? Come hang out with us every Wednesday and Friday after school and learn how to make your own characters, run a game, play different systems and have a great time! Wednesday & Friday from 3:00 - 4:00 PM in room 50A (Computer Center) or contact Ms. Strayer-Gass, , Jwelda "Joy" Myrick, or Michele "Shelley" Siderewicz.  
Salt-N-Light Mr. Manley Salt & Light is a fellowship of Christian students who are seeking growth in their own faith and who want to make a positive difference in the lives of others. See Mark 5:13-16 in the Bible. Monday mornings at 7 a.m. in Room 133  
Senior Class Sponsor Mr. Degner & Mr. Custard      
Student of the Month Ms. Freeman      
Teammates Ms. Freeman      
Video Game Club Ms. Iles The purpose of Video Game Club is to give members a semi-pro look into the world of video games. This achieved through discussions, along side with acutally playing video games. We offer members the opportunity to express their opinions on their favorite games, and for other members to give their counter opinions. Meets Tuesdays in room 203 from 3:00 - 4:25 PM  



    
    

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