ART CLUB If you are interested in drawing, painting, sculpture, or working with any other artistic medium, this is the place for you. See Mr. Voiles (409) if you are interested. BAKING/COOKING CLUB Students gather once per month to share a passion for baking. There is a new, exciting theme every month and a winner for presentation and taste. If you have any questions or want to join, visit room 301 to see Mrs. Reynolds for more information. BOOK CLUB This club is moderated by Mrs. Stark. Meetings take place before school in the library on the second Thursday of the month. Books are provided and are chosen by moderators and students alike. CHESS TEAM AND CHESS CLUB Chess Club begins in mid November and will run through March. All students, 9th-12th, are welcome to be a part of the club and to participate with the team on occasion. Organizational meetings will be announced in the student bulletin. Mrs. Owen (305B) is the moderator. CULTURE CHARGERS The Culture Chargers is a new group intended to promote a culture of life, faith, unity, and positivity within the school and out in the world. The different initiatives that the group will undertake will be student-led, so be creative in this group. Please see Fr. Tony for more information and to sign-up. DECA (offered as a class now) DECA is a business club that welcomes students in grades 9-12. The group formulates and presents business concepts, strategies, and solutions based on given situations. During the winter, students travel to District, Regional and State competitions. Meetings and competitions will be announced in the student bulletin. Mrs. Reynolds (301) is the moderator. E-SPORTS LEAGUE Powers has joined the MiSEF ESports league. A nonprofit that hosts tournaments between Michigan high schoolers. Mr. Voiles (409) and Mrs. Balla (210) are helping to organize. GREEN CLUB Green Club is for any student interested in helping to save the Earth and make the world a better place. Green Club members run Powers Catholic High School's paper recycling program and help with the Keep Genesee County Beautiful Program by adopting Mobley Park across the street. This is a student-led club - students get to choose what projects they are interested in to help the Earth. See Mrs. Rosenmund (408) for more information. Follow GC on Instagram: @pchs_greenclub and join the GC Google Classroom with join code: TBD HOSA - Future Health Professionals HOSA is an international student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the healthcare industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation, and recognition exclusively for students enrolled in health science education programs or have interests in pursuing careers in health professions. Mrs. Rosenmund (402) is the moderator. Follow HOSA @pchs_hosa on Instagram and join the GC Google Classroom with join code: ca7m65j LAW CLUB PCHS Law Club is dedicated to preparing high schoolers for the potential positions they may end up pursuing. Law Club is centered around mock trials, including competing in a real-life courtroom. PCHS Law Club is also educational for the different areas and aspects of the law. Mr. Stravato is the faculty advision (310). MILITARY CLUB The Military Club will teach you about leadership, teamwork, and much more, as well as provide you with information about each branch of the Military. Also we will have many service opportunities along with fun activities to enhance teamwork and leadership skills. If you have any questions, Mrs. Morrison (107) is the faculty advisor. MUSIC CLUB In the music club, members discuss different artists, genres, movements, and albums in an attempt to gain a deeper understanding of music and find others who share a similar interest in all aspects of music. Activities in the club revolve around the central idea of delving deeper into music as a whole. Meetings typically occur weekly. NATIONAL ART HONORS SOCIETY (NAHS) The National Art Honor Society, also known as the Powers Art Society, is an organization dedicated to excellence in visual arts. Artists who join will be recognized for their art work both within the school and nationally. Those interested need to have taken visual art classes and need to create at least three new art pieces a year. This group is moderated by Mr. Voiles. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS) NHS is an organization of juniors and seniors who have demonstrated leadership, scholarship, character, and service, in addition to maintaining a 3.8 cumulative grade point average. Eligible sophomores are contacted in March and invited to apply. Moderated by Ms. Schuler (307) and Mrs. Childers (209). |
NEEDLEWORKS CLUB Students can learn different craft techniques and create projects using their skills. Meetings take place twice a month after school in the library. See Mrs. Stark or Hannah for more info and keep an eye on the Student Bulletin. PETPALS CLUB Pet Pals is a club where students can earn service hours by volunteering at local animal shelters. Meetings are monthly after school and take place in Mrs. Morrison’s room (107). POWERLIFTING Students will learn proper technique and form for powerlifting. They will have the opportunity to compete in the AAPF/APF organizations at the state, national and international levels. See Coach Sara in the Athletic Office to sign up for more information. QUIZ BOWL TEAM The Powers Quiz Bowl Team competes in the WFUM High School Challenge program, the Big 9 Academic League, and the Genesee Academic League, as well as other invitational tournaments. There are both varsity and junior varsity levels of competition. All students are welcome. Interested students should see Mr. Arthur (207). RANDOM ACTS of KINDNESS CLUB This club works together to spread kindness and cheer around the school through small acts of service. Please see Mrs. Balla in room 210 for more details. ROBOTICS TEAM The Robotics Team recruits new members from September through December. They are looking for students with interest and expertise in mathematics, science, engineering, and technology. The team meets throughout the year to fundraise and beginning in December, to design and build a robot according to the competition specifications. The team will enter several nationwide competitions. Interested students should see Mr. Rosenmund (404). ROTARY INTERACT Rotary Interact is a service club for young people ages 14-18. Sponsored by local Rotary Clubs, Interact clubs give young people an opportunity to participate in fun, meaningful service projects while developing leadership skills and meeting new friends. Interact is an international organization that fosters leadership and responsible citizenship and promotes international understanding and peace. Each year, Interact clubs complete at least one community service project and at least one project that furthers international understanding and goodwill. Interactors develop a worldwide network of friendships through exchanges with local and overseas clubs. Along the way Interactors develop their leadership skills and initiative. Interested students should see Mrs. Reynolds, 301. SANITY SISTERS This group strives to create positive bonds and friendships while also addressing the many challenges and stresses associated with being a teenager today. Mrs. Nesbitt (Library) is always willing to chat with you about joining the group! SCI-FI CLUB All fans of the science fiction genre are invited to join us for themed trivia, snacks, games, and more. Interested students are welcome to come to any of the advertised meetings or to see Mr. Kovel for more information. SPORTS VIDEO MANAGEMENT Did you know that you can make money in college recording game film for your university’s athletic department? You can start building those skills now by helping on the video crew to record games for your favorite teams here at Powers Catholic. Want to watch the football games from the pressbox? Here’s your chance. Sign up in the athletic office (2nd Floor by the elevator). TALENT SHOW The Powers Talent Show is a Student Government sponsored activity, which is planned as a fundraiser for the different charitable cause each year. Information on entering the Talent Show will be published in the student bulletin in March. THEATRE Students who are interested in acting, working on the technical crew, set construction, or other backstage work for any of our plays, should contact the Main Office. UNICEF Our main objective is "We believe in zero." We believe that zero lives should be lost to preventable diseases. We meet the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month. We plan awareness initiatives and fundraisers to help support the UNICEF causes. WOMEN IN STEM The goal of this club is to inspire, empower, and encourage young women to be part of the movement to increase female representation in STEM. Meetings take place once a month and include STEM career ideas and fun activities related to math and science. Interested students should see Mrs. Bicknell (Room 309) or Ms. Schuler (Room 307). YEARBOOK The Pegasus yearbook is a student-run publication made of student designers, photographers and writers who oversee the group's vision. The PCHS Yearbook staff is responsible for taking that vision to creation. No prior experience is necessary. If you have an interest in taking photos of your friends, getting passes to special events, or taking pictures of people/events in general, join our team! All are welcome! OUTSIDE OPPORTUNITIES Other leadership programs and other opportunities sponsored by outside groups will be listed in the student bulletin. Some of these opportunities include:
CLASSES Some classes involve group activities and participation outside of school as a part of the regular curriculum. Students should see their guidance counselor to register. Band (See Mr. Tripp - Band Room) Art Classes (See Mr. Voiles - 409) Forensics (See Mr. Adams- 302) Choir (See Mr. Tripp - Band Room) Yearbook (See Mrs. Stark - Library) |
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