Student Clubs
2023-204 CLUB APPLICATION
Make sure to carefully read and understand all club policies, as the policies and application have changed. All clubs, even those who were approved during the 2022 - 2023 school year, must reapply for the 2023 - 2024 school year.
Club applications are accepted throughout the year (until February). The deadline to be included in Fall Club Rush is September 12, 2023. Fall Club Rush will take place on September 20 - 21, 2023.
Club applications will be reviewed the first week of each month by SMCHS ASB Commissioners of Student Clubs. Any questions about clubs can be sent to clubs@smhs.org
STUDENT CLUBS
2023 - 2024 Clubs |
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American Computer Science League (ACSL) - AcademicComputer science/math based club, teaching topics that are covered on the American Computer Science League competition. Compete as a team in the competition. Moderator: Mr. Huerta huertai@smhs.org |
American Sign Language Club - AcademicTeaching different signs and teach other students more about the Deaf community. Moderator: Alexis Cowden cowdena@smhs.org |
Animal Rescue Club - ServiceThe purpose of this club is to make the lives of struggling animals in shelters better. Participating in a mix of service opportunities such as crafting animal supplies, holding donation drives, promoting the fostering and adoption of the animals, and volunteering at the shelters in person when possible. Moderator: Mr.Ammann ammanna@smhs.org |
Art Therapy and Hospice Care Club - ServiceStudents who are fans of anime will gather, talk and make new friends; including watching and discussing anime. Moderator: Mr. Robison robisonj@smhs.org |
Baking for Good - ServiceStudents would bring homemade baked goods to the Aegis elderly home, help with the activity center tasks, and interact with the members. Moderator: Mrs. Fisher fisherk@smhs.org |
Bracelet Club - SocialLearn about and listen to pop icon Taylor swift while making friendship bracelets. Moderator: Ms. Abdelmuti abdelmutij@smhs.org |
Buddies Beyond Boundaries - ServiceMembers will be devoted to forming meaningful connections with individuals from local Down syndrome organizations. Our mission is to create a welcoming environment that encourages mutual personal growth and acceptance. Moderator: Mr. Bellosi bellosid@smhs.org |
C.H.A.N.G.E. Club - SocialChallenging Human Apathy by Nurturing Global Empathy or C.H.A.N.G.E. is a club recently created for all SM students interested in learning more about themselves and each other. The purpose of the club is to learn about and discuss many different racial, gender, socioeconomic, etc. issues prevalent in our world today, while simultaneously learning more about each other and our different cultures. We intend to have in depth discussions about relevant topics in the world today that provides representation to different cultures, ethnic groups, etc. |
CASA Teens Club - ServiceSupports the purpose and activities of CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates) through awareness, community outreach and fundraising. |
Careers in Business - SocialThis club is intended to provide insights and exploration into potential careers in business such as Private Equity, Investment Banking, Consulting, etc. Each meeting we will provide background and information regarding each potential job consisting of job description, pay/rate, weekly hours, background education, and more. Along with this, we will provide case studies that we will tackle which pertain to each career, utilizing necessary skills required in each feld. Another overarching goal is to aid club members in finding a field or even specific job that they want to pursue in college. |
Catholic Relief Service - ServiceThe Catholic Relief Services Club works hand-in-hand with the real Catholic Relief Services organization to put together opportunities for the Santa Margarita Community to give alms for them to be distributed to countries in need. As a club on campus, we also work to raise awareness for critical issues affecting our world such as the lack of basic necessities, and climate change. We have several events set up throughout the year to provide the school with chances to support the causes the Catholic Relief Services Organization does. These events would include Fair Trade Fridays, a Canned Food Drive(s) (For Thanksgiving and other times of the year), a Christmas Coat Drive, and our CRS Rice Bowl Lenten Collection. Moderator: Mr. Swoboda swobodaj@smhs.org |
Chess Club - SocialThe purpose of the club is to provide tournaments, tutorials, and other activities about chess for students. Moderator: Mr. Frater fraterj@smhs.org |
Classics Club - AcademicThe purpose of this club is to help promote the study of Latin, Philosophy, and ancient history. Planning to attend Latin Masses. Also have meetings to further discuss and work on projects or assignments in either Latin or Philosophy. Moderator: Mr. Gerlach gerlacht@smhs.org |
Comfort Cross Club - ServiceStudents work together and with outside organizations to support those who are struggling with physical illnesses, providing handmade crosses and prayer cards. Moderator: Ms. Schmidt schmidtk@smhs.org |
Cultural Enrichment Club - SocialClub intends on bringing out all cultures of SMCHS so people can learn and educate themselves on new cultures. Moderator: Ms. Delain delainc@smhs.org |
Dressember Club - SocialThe Dressember Foundation is an anti-trafficking non-profit organization that generates awareness and fundraises for programs fighting human trafficking. Moderator: Mrs. Gordon gordonc@smhs.org |
Eagle Outreach Club - ServiceEagle Outreach's mission is to bridge and unite the gap in our community, but also in the world. We complete service projects every month to complete this mission such as making hygiene/holiday kits, volunteering at food pantries, and donating stuffed animals to hospitals and refugees with cards that have messages of support. Moderator: Ms. Marcantonio marcantonioa@smhs.org |
Eagles for CHOC Club - ServiceEagles for CHOC Club supports CHOC Hospital in Orange and California. We make blankets, digital cards, record stories for patients, and collect donations. We also participate in the Eagles for CHOC Christmas Sock Drive. CHOC or Children's Hospital for Orange County, houses many child and teenage patients, and these hospitals can often feel like a very isolating experience. Our club is focused on the teens at CHOC and emphasizes providing them joy during their stay there. Moderator: Mrs. Volpo & Ms. Wood volpol@smhs.org woodr@smhs.org |
Eagles for the Environment - SocialEagles For The Environment hopes to promote recycling to our student body. We plan to create a campus-wide recycling initiative, educate our student body on the importance of recycling, and positively impact our community. We hope to preserve the prosperity and well-being of the environment around us to provide healthy circumstances for future eagles. Moderator: Mr. Coe coes@smhs.org |
ESports - SocialStudents compete together against other local schools in a variety of e-sport games. Moderator: Mr. LeBlanc leblancc@smhs.org |
Faith in the Flock - SocialFaith in the Flock is a club dedicated to providing Catholics, Christians, or anyone serious about their faith journey additional opportunities to practice their faith both on and off campus. We've got a number of ideas for opportunities like morning masses and adoration and reconciliation opportunities, as well as a number of non sacramental ideas like bible study, discussion groups, rosaries, prayer intentions, service opportunities, and a number more. The goal ultimately is to create a community on campus for students to be a part of to develop and practice their faith without judgement. Moderator: Mr.Visconti viscontip@smhs.org |
Film Production Club - SocialFilm Production Club introduces students interested in film to the basic techniques and concepts of filmmaking to intensify students' skills and understanding of film production. Moderator: Mr. Naylor naylort@smhs.org |
Fishing Club - SocialFor students interested in fishing; they join together and build a strong sense of community around an activity all members love. Moderator: |
Girls Mentoring and Networking Club - SocialFor students interested in fishing; they join together and build a strong sense of community around an activity all members love. Moderator: Mrs. Thilken thilkent@smhs.org |
Houdini Magic Club - ServiceStudents perform magic tricks that range from cool card tricks to tricks that include props for locals seniors. Moderator: Ms. Diane Zhang zhangd@smhs.org |
International Students Club - SocialStudents come together to educate and celebrate the events and traditional festivals for the home countries of our international students . All students are welcome. Moderator: Ms. Montoya montoyal@smhs.org |
International Thespian Society Talon Theatre Troupe - SocialTaking part in the international thespian society. Can attend a State Thespian Festival as well as the International Thespian Festival every year. Moderator: Ms. Kemmerer kemmerek@smhs.org |
Jazz Club - AcademicThis club is intended to explore a wide range of music extending beyond the classical repertoire that is taught in the classroom. Moderator: Mr. Rowe rowed@smhs.org |
Jessie Rees Foundation (NEGU) - ServiceThe Jessie Rees foundation was inspired by 12-year-old Jessica Joy Rees. who fought two brain tumors from March 3rd, 2011to January 5th, 2012. From the hospital while receiving treatment, Jessie focused on spreading hope, joy, and love to other kids battling cancer to help ease the burden of feeling lonely, labeled, and limited. She shared her positive message of never giving up and created JoyJars, plastic jars stuffed with toys and activities. The Jessie Rees Foundation's mission is to encourage every kid fighting cancer to Never Ever Give Up! The SMCHS NEGU club's purpose is to support the foundation by helping to build the JoyJars for kids fighting cancer, spread information about the foundation's mission, host "Courageous Kids" at SM sporting events, and participate in foundation fundraisers and activities such as the Santa Stroll and the crazy sock drive. Moderator: Mr. Ammann ammanna@smhs.org |
JSA (Junior Statesmen of America) Club - AcademicThe JSA is a club which goes hand-in-hand with the Model United Nations program here at Santa Margarita due to the real-world topics and debates which take place throughout meetings. Moderator: Mr. Smith smitht@smhs.org |
Keys 2 Happiness Club - ServiceOur club purpose is to spread happiness by performing music, currently in local senior homes. We also host free music camps for kids who would like to learn to compose. Moderator: Ms. Duncan DuncanA@smhs.org |
National Art Honor Society Club - HumanitarianNAHS encourages high school art students to promote the arts around campus through events and activities. Moderator: Mrs. Harrell harrelln@smhs.org |
Kits 4 Care - ServiceKits 4 Care will have a positive impact on our community by providing the Orange County Rescue Mission’s outreach program and the homeless with hygiene and care supplies. Moderator: Ms. Schmidt schmidtk@smhs.org |
Live Love L'Arche - ServiceIn our club we meet with the L'Arche community once a month on a saturday. L'Arche is a community of adults with special needs and we hang out with them for a couple hours. We switch off going to their houses and coming to sm. We do different activities like arts and crafts! Moderator: Mr. Green greend@smhs.org |
Live Like Jojo Foundation - ServiceLive Like Jojo was started by the San Clemente Cline family, who tragically lost their child, Jojo, at the age of seven to mitochondrial deletion syndrome. The club will assist the foundation in bringing joy to children who spend a lot of their time in hospitals, through the creation of Sunshine and Thanksgiving Boxes, as well as fundraising. The foundation holds a firm value in moments, as they hope to provide hope to families majorly struggling with their child's illness, and specifically hopes to raise awareness for children battling metabolic illnesses like Jojo. Moderator: Mr. Galvez galveze@smhs.org |
Mission Possible - ServiceThe Miracles for Kids club is directly connected and works with the official non-profit organization, Miracles for Kids. They help families with food, clothing, shelter and more—so they can focus on the care their child needs. Moderator: Mrs. Gordon gordonc@smhs.org |
Miracles for Kids - ServiceThe Miracles for Kids club is directly connected and works with the official non-profit organization, Miracles for Kids. They help families with food, clothing, shelter and more—so they can focus on the care their child needs. Moderator: Mr. Cuhna cuhnaj@smhs.org |
Music Production - SocialThe purpose of this music production club is to provide a creative and collaborative platform for individuals who have an interest in music, particularly those who want to compose their own music using software like Logic and GarageBand. The club aims to foster a supportive and inspiring environment where members can come together to create, learn, and share their musical talents. Moderator: Mr. Puebla pueblar@smhs.org |
Operation Help a Hero - ServiceThe purpose of the club is to help assist Operation Help a Hero by making supplies for them such as decorating welcome home posters and bags for their welcome home drives. They work at Camp Pendleton and specialize in events for military coming home from deployment. Moderator: Mrs. Hayden haydenm@smhs.org |
OC Alzheimer's Club - ServiceThe purpose of the club is to help assist Operation Help a Hero by making supplies for them such as decorating welcome home posters and bags for their welcome home drives. They work at Camp Pendleton and specialize in events for military coming home from deployment. Moderator: Mr. Cou coug@smhs.org |
Pickleball Club - SocialPlay pickleball and make a community at the school. |
Psych with Paws - AcademicPsych with Paws aim to produce informative media content that will be established on the club's independent website, utilizing digital media design and marketing skills of students. Moderator: Mr. Robison robisonj@smhs.org |
Psychology and Neuroscience - AcademicThe purpose of this club is to educate the students of SMCHS about the various fields of psychology and neuroscience and how they are applicable to the real world. The club supports the American Psychological Association. Moderator: Ms. Gavin gavins@smhs.org |
Python Club - AcademicThis club is aimed at providing a collaborative learning environment for aspiring web developers wanting to become well-acquainted with the Python programming language through theory and practice. One of the easiest high-level languages in existence, Python is extremely versatile, user-friendly, and popular. Such giants as Instagram, Pinterest, Spotify, Dropbox, Uber, and Reddit are some examples of the numerous applications based on Python. One of the fundamental objectives of this club is familiarity with the structure and interpretation of computer programs. Through interesting individual or group activities, the participants can expect to create games and basic algorithms. Moderator: Dr. Cozean cozeank@smhs.org |
Reading Between the Spines - AcademicThe purpose of our club is to provide SM's book lovers with a welcoming community where we can speak about our favorite books and read together. |
SMbled Robotics- AcademicCompete in the FRC Robotics, where students build, create, and innovate with student lead robotics teams. Learn hands on skills such as CAD, Programming, Electronics, and Manufacturing. Learn, collaborate, and experience many fields of STEM. Moderator: Mr. LeBlanc leblancc@smhs.org |
SMCHS FAM Club - ServiceCompete in the FRC Robotics, where students build, create, and innovate with student lead robotics teams. Learn hands on skills such as CAD, Programming, Electronics, and Manufacturing. Learn, collaborate, and experience many fields of STEM. Moderator: Ms. Nunes nunesa@smhs.org |
SM Flying Club - SocialThe SM Flying Club hosts aviation events, allows students to meet other people with the same interest, and has gotten students flying real Cessna 172 airplanes. Moderator: Mr. Blanc BlancRon@smhs.org |
Rubik's Cube and Puzzles Club - SocialLet everyone enjoy the fun of solving Rubik's Cubes and other twisty puzzles~ It's never too late to start being a cub3r! Also, you DO NOT have to be smart to join the club. Moderator: Mrs. Crede credek@smhs.org |
Save the Nest - ServiceThis service club is directed towards helping the environment and people in multiple ways. It will also work with many non-profit organizations such as The Ecology Center, Project Hope Alliance, Pathways of Hope, etc. The goal is to benefit not only the people in their day-to-day lives but also the area in which they reside. |
SM Ballet Club - SocialThe purpose of this club is to unite people who have a common interest in ballet whether that is they train at a ballet school outside of SM or they just want to watch a ballet and learn more about the art. This club will have scheduled ballet classes monthly for interested members and opportunities to watch a ballet. Moderator: Ms. Thilken thilkent@smhs.org |
SM Economics Club - AcademicWe focus on the development of economics education, competitions such as National Economics Challenge, Economics World Cup, John Locke Essay Competition, Harvard Economics Competitions, and extra studies on current economics related events. Moderator: Mr. Khul kuhlw@smhs.org |
SM Pre-Med Club - AcademicThe purpose of the SM Pre-Med Club is to provide students opportunities to explore the medical field. Students interested in medicine will explore the path to medical school and the variety of jobs in the medical field. In addition, we invite guest speakers to talk about their profession and their own medical journey. We teach students how to complete surgical sutures with specialized kits. Moderator: Mr. Don Rutti ruttid@smhs.org |
SMCHS Science Club - AcademicIn the SMCHS Science Club, we will provide a space for students to express their passion for science and all of its diverse disciplines. Through this club, we will hold talks on the latest scientific news and perform simple physical and chemical experiments for fun. The club's ultimate goal is to create a team to participate in our local Science Bowl competition, demonstrating the academic skills of SMCHS students. Moderator: Mr. Huerta huertai@smhs.org |
SM Students for Life - SocialThis club exists to bring awareness to the issue of abortion, especially on a Catholic school campus. We work to support mothers going through unplanned pregnancies. We support the Life Center of Santa Ana, which is a resource center for unprepared mothers. We have done drives, donations and volunteering here. We strive to build a culture of life and to recognize the dignity of each human person in accordance with Catholic social teaching. Moderator: Mr. Hickey hickeyk@smhs.org |
Social Analysis Club - SocialSocial Analysis Club dedicates on both different kinds of social science activities and fun social experiments which eventually will be presented through video making. Moderator: Mr. Robison robisonj@smhs.org |
Speech and Debate - AcademicAn extension of the speech and debate class. We intend to enter in, and compete in debate tournaments. We will grow students speaking skills, especially in public setting. Moderator: Mr. Cunha cunhaj@smhs.org |
Surfrider Foundation Club - ServiceThe purpose of the club is to protect and improve the environment of our local beaches. This club is a high school branch of the Surfrider Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to service to the world's beaches founded in 1984 Malibu, CA with headquarters in San Clemente. Moderator: Mr. Trotter trotterd@smhs.org |
Talon Tutors - ServiceStudents do lessons to assist with homework in both art and STEM based experiments. They also work with SM students making preset learning videos and one on one tutoring. Moderator: Ms. Thomas thomask@smhs.org |
Taste of Traditions - SocialThe primary goal of our club is to bring together students from diverse family and cultural backgrounds by immersing them in the culinary traditions of their cultures. We aim to illustrate how food can serve as a profound representation of culture, history, and tradition, all while fostering a deeper understanding of various cultures and increasing cultural awareness among our members. Moderator: Ms. Zhang zhangd@smhs.org |
The Crochet Club - SocialThe purpose of my club is for them to have fun while doing so learning a skill that can be helpful in many ways. My plan for this club is for it to help people while having fun, I wish for my club to crochet things and give back to our medical community and many more. Moderator: Ms. Asher asherj@smhs.org |
The French Culture Club - SocialThe purpose of this club is to spread the french culture and teach about the history of France. We will do this through interactive activities and direct interaction with the culture through things like food. Moderator: Ms. Hayden haydenm@smhs.org |
The Noble Path Foundation Club - ServiceThe club is intended to help promote healthy lifestyles to teenagers. It aims to support and help teens develop healthy habits in their social, mental, emotional, and physical aspects of their lives. There are also different programs to participate in through TNFP such as Aim High and Dream it Be it. Moderator: Ms. Moreno morenoa@smhs.org |
The Sandwich Club - ServiceThe Club is titled “The Sandwich Club,” and its purpose is to gather community and raise awareness of the effects of hunger and homelessness. We will be meeting monthly to make "meals" of bagged lunches including, PB&J sandwiches, cheese sandwiches, etc. , a piece of whole fruit, granola bar and water as well as a hand written note of encouragement for those being housed in the emergency shelter. The Friendship Shelter is committed to guiding rehabilitation efforts for those afflicted by homelessness by providing the necessary support and tools to rehabilitate, and to allow the opportunity to enrich their lives with the necessities in life such as food and shelter. Moderator: Mr. Green greend@smhs.org |
Underage Thinking Club - AcademicTo improve literacy and education on the diverse cultures that fall under the broad term “Asian”. And second, to expand the appreciation and understanding of these cultures through community-driven events. Throughout the year, our club will organize events such as workshops, community readings, and collaborations with local Asian communities. These events will not only provide a platform for learning and exchange but also showcase the beauty, depth, and complexity of Asian cultures.
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Voices of Asia Outreach - SocialTo improve literacy and education on the diverse cultures that fall under the broad term “Asian”. And second, to expand the appreciation and understanding of these cultures through community-driven events. Throughout the year, our club will organize events such as workshops, community readings, and collaborations with local Asian communities. These events will not only provide a platform for learning and exchange but also showcase the beauty, depth, and complexity of Asian cultures.
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Your Story Matters - ServiceYour Story Matters is non-profitable organization based out of Aliso Viejo. This organizations mission is to spread awareness of suicide prevention in teens. Our club will focus on suicide prevention, anti-bullying, and mental health. We hope that by showing our community that their story matters, we will save lives one day at a time. Our activities will include once a monthly meeting for teenagers where they will have the opportunity to serve for the organization such as make blankets, painting events, NAMI walk event, egg hunt event, and many more events that the organization is planning soon. Each event will require the help of our club's members in cleaning, organizing, and participating as service. Moderator: Mr. Melton meltons@smhs.org |