Extracurricular Clubs/Affinity Groups

Any student ready for a fast-paced team competition based on remembering or learning academic content questions will LOVE this club. We are a team of 20+ WHS students seeking fun and education in our bi-weekly practices and nearly monthly tournaments. Anyone is welcome to join this "varsity sport of the mind." We compete in both on-line and "live" tournaments based on quickly answering academic content questions. Practices are low key and there is always something new and interesting to learn. We hope to take on (and beat) the teachers again at the end of the year.

Meeting Information and Requirements

WAQT normally meets every other Tuesday and twice monthly during IEs. Check the wiki for details. You can join anytime. For club credit, members will compete in 3 tournaments, attend 10 practices, and give one small presentation.

Contact Information

Advisor: Cynthia Pronko

Andy Wang, Vincent Zhang, Ryan O’Farrell, Ethan Furman, and Brendan Vossen claimed a 2nd-place victory at the 2023 Pennsylvania Academic Competition!

Art Club is open to any student, 9-12 grades, interested in making art. From painting to ceramics, all mediums are explored in Art Club. All students are invited to discuss and create art regardless of previous experience. 10 meetings, meets during IE.

Advisor: Christine Channick

The purpose of Asian Student Association is to allow anyone to experience Asian culture and learn about it.  Meetings will occur bimonthly.  

Advisors: Helen Lee and Steph Leister

BSU serves to develop community amongst Black students across academic levels and socioeconomic status; provides a brave space and peer support (socially and academically); and addresses the advocacy needs to Black students so they feel a greater sense of belongingness as an integral part of the high school community.

Advisor: Lisa Lattimore

Pictured left to right: Senior, Gavyn Lewis-Richmond, who founded the Black Student Union at WHS in fall 2023, with Vice President is Gabe Lassiter and Co-President Camryn McKnight. 

The purpose of this club is to garner interest in the fascinating world of psychology and to expand understanding and knowledge of psychology and the brain. 

Advisor: Angela Pucetas

Learn how to get organized and boost your creativity at the same time! Bullet Journaling Club introduces students to a trendy and inexpensive hobby that can help them manage their lives. Basic materials such as pens and graph paper (for those who don’t own bullet journals) will be provided. No experience is necessary! 

Meeting Information

Meeting on day 6 IE 1^st & 3^rd of the month

Contact Information

Advisor: Melissa Shahbazi 
For more information, contact our officers at wissbujo@gmail.com

Celebrating All Students' Achievements - CASA - is a home for the African American and Latino student associations. CASA brings in speakers that cater to issues relating to African American and Latino students while also teaming with other clubs to learn about different cultures. CASA aspires to broaden the horizons of our members and to inspire members to achieve success. While CASA focuses on African American and Latino issues, CASA welcomes people of all cultures and ethnicities to be members of our club. Throughout the year, CASA sponsors and co-sponsors events such as diversity discussions, food drives for the homeless, a poetry slam, a March Madness event, and a blood drive.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

As a member of CASA, attendance to our general body meetings is essential. We hold 14 meetings on Tuesdays in room K07 starting at 2:45 p. m. during the school year. Meetings are generally held on a bi-weekly basis and a list of the meeting dates for the school year is available upon request. We expect our general body members to attend seven (7) meetings. If attendance to seven (7) meetings is not possible due to other commitments or absence, then members are expected to make up missed meetings by attending CASA IE’s or helping with events such as the poetry slam, blood drive, and/or other CASA events that we sponsor throughout the year. Additionally, by helping execute CASA events, our members learn to enhance their communication, time management, planning, and leadership skills.

Contact Information

Advisor: Jess Brasch

CASA organized a Police and Youth Panel Discussion. The purpose of this event was to promote dialogue between WHS youth and the police officers in our community. WHS students asked our School Resource Officer, Mrs. Beth Sanborn, and her colleagues, Lieutenant Mike Gargan and Officer William “Townie” Henry, questions about a variety of topics including career opportunities in law enforcement, personal experiences as a member of law enforcement, the impact of technology in the field, perspectives about the relations between law enforcement and youth, and current events regarding equity and justice in policing people of different racial backgrounds. Thank you to our local police for their time, honesty, and partnership and thank you to students Larshe and Lyric Moore for their leadership in planning this event.

CASA and our Student Ambassadors Club celebrated WHS World Wonder Day. Collectively, the two groups raised $200 to purchase food to make meals for Manna on Main Street. The students used our Family and Consumer Science classrooms and kitchens to prepare over seventy meals for the event; the students also delivered the meals. Our community was very grateful for the efforts of our students and we look forward to continued partnerships in the future.

Are you interested in board games, strategic thinking, or just having fun? Well then you should join the WHS Chess Club. Students and teachers can all join and we are committed to helping students learn the beauty of chess.

Chess club meets every week on Thursdays in the library after school.

Contact Information

Advisor: Mr. Grenier
 

CAMERATA: Camerata is a 30-member auditioned “select choir” practicing challenging a cappella choral literature. The Camerata performs about thirty times each year throughout the community, including assisted-living communities, local events, and many other assorted venues. Auditions take place at the beginning of the school year – please see WHS E16 for more information. This ensemble performs on the Winter and Spring Choral Concerts. More information can be found online at www.wissahickonmusic.com. Meetings take place in WHS E16.

CHAMBER SINGERS: Chamber Singers is an auditioned chamber ensemble, practicing both traditional madrigals and contemporary literature. This group is also known for performing the National Anthem at many of the High School's sporting and co-curricular events. This ensemble performs on the Winter and Spring Choral Concerts. Auditions take place at the beginning of the school year – please see WHS E16 for more information. More information can be found online at www.wissahickonmusic.com. Meetings take place in WHS E16.

BARBERSHOP AND BARBIESHOP QUARTETS: These auditioned groups practice traditional and contemporary barbershop literature in flashy performance garb. Auditions occur when needed. These ensembles performs on the Winter and Spring Choral Concerts. More information can be found online at www.wissahickonmusic.com. Meetings take place in WHS E16.

WOMEN'S CHOIR: Our Women's Choir is a non-auditioned performance group open to all singers. The group meets on most Friday mornings from 6:55 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. and practices traditional and contemporary women's choral literature (please stay in touch with Mr. Conahan for full schedule). This ensemble performs on the Winter and Spring Choral Concerts. More information can be found online at www.wissahickonmusic.com. Meetings take pace in WHS E16.

MEN'S CHOIR: Men's Choir is a non-auditioned performance group open to all singers. The group meets on Tuesday mornings from 6:55 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. and practices traditional and contemporary men's choral literature (please stay in touch with Mr. Conahan for full schedule). This ensemble performs on the Winter and Spring Choral Concerts. More info can be found online at www.wissahickonmusic.com. Meetings take place in WHS E16.

Advisor: John Conahan

The objective of the Civics Club is for the students to participate in discussions that address issues of public concern including community and school issues that eventually affect them.  We will also discuss voting, volunteering and obligations of being a productive citizen.

Advisor: Matt Heppe

Jazz Ensembles

Any jazz instrument student who auditions and is chosen may participate in the Jazz Ensemble. Participation includes 26 meetings (52 hours) and attendance at all performances and rehearsals.

Advisor: Margaret Oswald

Computer Club is open open to all students who have interest or ability in programming, disk operating systems, computer languages, computer simulations and games.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Computer Club meets weekly and has approximately 24 meetings (41 hours of activity) per year. Members are required to attend 10 meetings and participate in 2-3 community service activities.

Contact Information

Advisor: Robert Steinberg

Join the club and discover foods from many different countries and cultures! Share the experience with your friends, enjoy the food, and have a good time!

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Meetings take place on Mondays. Club members must attend six (6) meetings and bring food to at least one meeting in order to receive credit for participation. There is a $5 due to participate in this club.

Contact Information

Advisor: Bree Estock

The Debate and Speech Team is part of the National Speech and Debate Association (NSDA), Valley Forge District. The team competes against high schools in the Southeastern PA Debate League (SPDL), comprised of: Council Rock North, Council Rock South, Germantown Academy, The Hill School, Lower Moreland, Neshaminy, New Hope-Solebury, Pennsbury, Perkiomen Valley, Quakertown, Solebury School, William Tennent (Centennial SD), Truman (Bristol Twp SD),Upper Dublin, Upper Moreland, and Wissahickon.

Wiss students compete in eight events either as individuals (Oral and Dramatic Interpretation, Extemporaneous and Impromptu Speaking, Lincoln-Douglas Debate), as a duo (Public Forum Debate), or as a small group (Student Congress).

BIG QUESTIONS: SPDL will host several Big Questions (BQ) tournaments, concurrent with the regular season. In BQ Debate, Students argue with a partner or as an individual, on topics at the intersection of science, philosophy, and religion. 

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements
 

Mandatory practice and intra-league tournaments are held every Wednesday from October through February. The team is off on the Wednesday before Thanksgiving and during the Winter Break. Participation at NSDA Invitationals is optional; these take place on Saturdays throughout the school year.

For more information, visit the team website: http://whsdebateandspeech.weebly.com/

Schoology Group Access Code: S35B8-G6PF9

Contact Information

Coach/Advisor: Sarah Horwitz

Any student interested in acting, stage design, production, costuming, make-up, lighting, publicity and other supportive roles in theater productions is invited to join the Drama Club. There is one fall and one spring production each school year.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Drama Club meets after school and in the evenings for rehearsals. There are approximately 40 meetings (96 hours). Students must attend required rehearsals and performances.

Contact Information

Advisor: Charles McClelland

Dungeons and Dragons is a hugely popular fantasy role-playing game. In the Dungeons and Dragons club members use teamwork and problem solving skills as their characters attempt to complete challenging quests and adventures. D+D is not a computer game. It is a face to face role-playing game that uses paper and pencil, dice, rules, and imagination as players describe the actions of their characters as they participate in heroic adventures.

Meeting Information

Students can join our Tuesday group or our Wednesday group, but not both. The groups meet on alternating weeks. The schedule is posted outside of room L09. For credit, students are expected to attend 75% of club meetings.

Contact Information

Advisor: Matthew Heppe

WEP is the Wissahickon Environmental Protection Club. We strive to protect the environment in and surrounding the school, and are committed to sustainable causes like solar panels, paper conservation, recycling, and many others. Every little bit of everything you do counts and makes an impact. There’s no better way to do this than by joining the WEP! It’s a fun and collaborative club. We will be involved in activism throughout the school and are open to any and all ideas.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

75% of meetings must be attended to be considered a member. Members should show an interest in the activities that the club does.

Contact Information

Advisor: Tyler Radel

FANS stands for Following Activities ‘N’ Sports where our mission is to instill pride in the greatest nation of all - #WissNation.

Meeting Information and Requirements

All members are expected to attend our bi-monthly meetings, a variety of WHS sporting events and activities, as well as the required “FANdatory” events.

Contact Information

Advisor: Dina Schuman 

Feminist Club is a debate and discussion based club that focuses on creating an environment where young women feel safe and empowered to share their opinions about current issues in women’s rights and politics today. Members can have casual conversations with peers and express their views on women’s issues in a safe space for all genders that are interested.

Meeting Information

Most club meetings will take place during IE’s on a bi-monthly basis, and members may choose from several issues or events in the recent media to discuss during that session.

Contact

Mme MacDermott

The purpose of the club is to provide our female student population with an opportunity to play flag football, promote sportsmanship and teach life lessons through sports.

Advisor: Mike Reimel

Any student interested in a career in business should join Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA). Participation in FBLA encourages use of students’ business skills to service both WHS and our community.

Meeting Information and Requirements
 

FBLA meets monthly meeting. A membership award system, community service, and flexible credit opportunities are offered.
Club information and meeting dates are available in Schoology - Future Business Leaders of America
Follow on Instagram: @wissfbla

Contact Information

Advisors: Kelly Mulroy and Jen Kern

Students interested in a teaching career are invited to join the Future Teachers of America. Members participate in tutoring services, internships, community service projects and charity fundraising.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Members are required to attend nine meetings (18 hours) and assist in an educational setting (20 hours). A membership award system, community service and flexible credit opportunities are available.

Contact Information

Advisor: Diana Torressani

The Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) is open to all students interested in creating a safe and accepting school atmosphere.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

GSA holds approximately 18-20 meetings (25 hours) each year. 50% attendance is required for members.

Contact Information

Advisor: Nicole Perrine-Wilson

The Wissahickon High School Democrats Club is a chapter of the national organization called High School Democrats of America. Both the chapter and the organization serve as an entry point into civic engagement. Above all, we are focused on allowing students to contribute to their community through acts such as voter registration and spreading the word about the importance of voting.

Contact Information

Advisor: Chris McDaniels

The Indian Cultural Association is dedicated to celebrating Indian heritage and culture within Wissahickon High School through events, programs, and community service. We seek to educate and celebrate our traditions with the greater Wissahickon Community. The word “seva” in Sanskrit means “selfless service,” and with that in mind we will dedicate service to the community, as well as donate to organizations in India.

Advisor: Marla John

The Jewish Student Union (JSU) is a club dedicated to the exploration of Jewish values and beliefs through fun, engaging activities. These activities include decorating candied apples on Rosh-Hashanah, having discussions regarding faith at Starbucks, and even celebrating the wonderful holiday of Hanukah through a festive, gift-giving party.

JSU is a great way to learn about Jewish heritage outside of a religious setting. For those who dislike Hebrew School and attending religious services on a regular basis, the club provides education regarding Jewish culture without the boredom that normal religious schooling often brings. Instead, JSU continually finds ways to investigate Jewish customs and beliefs in entertaining and exciting ways.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

To receive credit for JSU, a member must attend at least 60% percent of the meetings and a few "Latte and Learning" sessions. There are no dues required for this club.

Contact Information

Advisor: Todd Brodie

The purpose of this club is to promote and celebrate Hispanic/Latine Heritage during the whole school year.  To educate the Wissahickon community on Hispanic/Latine heritage and culture.

Advisor: Emily Castillo

Members of Mock Trial learn about the process of trying a case in court, both as prosecution and as defense, and compete against other schools in the area in a mock trial.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Mock Trial holds 18-20 meetings per year (37 hours). Members must attend 85% of meetings and participate in the Mock Trial Competition.

Contact Information

Advisor: TBD

The Wissahickon Marching Unit combines Trojan spirit, pride, musicianship, and decades worth of tradition to create renowned gridiron excitement. It is consistently recognized for its dynamic style, innovative drill, and exciting musical interpretations. Each year, the Wissahickon Marching Unit thrills audiences at home and away football games as well as at regional and state level competitions.  

The unit's field show contains hundreds of intricate drill formations, coordinated to exciting music written and taught by some of the leading arrangers in the country. Central to these field performances are sophisticated routines by the Color Guard, exhibiting coordinated rifle, flag and dance routines.  

For more information, visit https://wissmarchingarts.org/home

Advisor:  Sean J. Kennedy   

Any student with an interest or ability in mathematics or wishing to expand mathematical knowledge and refine critical thinking skills will enjoy participating in the Math Club.

Meeting Information and Requirements

Members are required to attend a minimum of 10 meetings and 6 tutoring sessions and participate in the math contest.

Contact Information

Advisor: Jen Castor

Four Diamonds Mini-THONs are multi-hour, fun-filled events organized by student leaders.  These leaders recruit fellow students to participate in fundraising activities, organization meetings and events to inspire and empower the entire school community to rally behind the mission of conquering childhood cancer.  Dollars raised by Mini-THONs support childhood cancer research and the discovery of better, ore effective treatments, and to ensure that every child treated for cancer at Penn State Children's Hospital has no out-of-pocket costs for their families.

Advisor: Jeff Slanina

Model UN is a simulation of the UN General Assembly and other multilateral bodies. Students role play the ambassadors debating topics as diverse as maternal health and landmines to promoting literacy. Read more about Model UN

Meetings and Credit Requirements

Model UN meets every other week.

Contact Information

Advisor: Deb  Moore

Every year, WHS produces a Broadway Musical. Singing and Movement Auditions for the Cast occur in November and are open to all WHS students. Crew positions are also available as of December/January. The production goes up in the following March. The past productions have included THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA, THE MIKADO, LES MISÉRABLES, TITANIC, MISS SAIGON, EVITA, CHESS, URINETOWN, JOSEPH, DIRTY ROTTEN SCOUNDRELS & THE DROWSY CHAPERONE.

More info can be found online at www.wissahickonmusic.com

Advisor: John Conahan

The purpose of this club is to bring together Muslim (students) and share culture and background; to help others understand Muslims better and reducing Islamophobia.  MSA meets during IE.

Advisor: Shawn Burrell

The purpose of this club is provide leadership opportunities for WHS students who help lead outdoor education sessions for elementary school students.  Offer a balance for all of screen time too!

Advisor – Carolyn Popovic

The Podcast club is for students to host or co-host their own show and learn how to network, grow and support their own show.  They will come up with a name, slogan, topic and guest that week.

This club is unique because it gives the students from all different interests and backgrounds to express their thoughts and opinions on a show of their choice.  Students can interview teachers, musicians, and more.

Advisor – R. Cameron Hall

We plan to engage and encourage students in writing poetry regarding a variety of themes and styles while having a great time in the process. At the end of each year, the club hosts a Poetry Slam, an opportunity to read/perform their poetry.   

Advisor: Jayne Spivak

A year-round team activity centered around designing and building a remote-controlled robot to compete at events on local, regional, and world-wide levels. The team offers opportunities to learn technical skills, such as CAD, fabrication, and programming, as well as non-technical skills in marketing and business, such as photography, video editing, graphic design, and writing.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Meetings occur during evenings and weekends, and members must meet time-based participation requirements, with the most intensive period being January and February (12 hours/week required). Competitions are in March and April. Applications are required and only open from August through mid-September.

For more information, visit the team website.

Contact Information

Advisor: Kirsten Jahn Richardson

The Science Club invites, motivates, and encourages high school students to explore the ways that science connects to their world.The activities in this club provide fun, authentic, hands on opportunities for members to experience science beyond what is taught in the classroom.

Watch our video to learn more

Contact Information

Advisor: Martin Ashdale

Students interested in publishing their writing, interviews and photospreads, conducting polls and more should consider becoming a part of the Trojan Times club - WHS's student-run newspaper. We are always looking to attract new ideas and talent for the paper! We publish an issue just about every month from the start of the school year in September to the senior issue in May/June. Help WHS develop and share news and events in a variety of ways.

Our sections include:

• Features - The topic changes every month, from Summer in September to April Fools' in April.
• Wissahickon Happenings - This section covers events around the school such as Spirit Week and Clubs.
• Arts & Entertainment - This section includes articles on art, movies, books, fashion, or anything entertainment-related.
• Editorials - This section includes commentary, advice, and opinions on a wide range of topics.
• Sports & Health - This section deals with school sports and spotlights on student athletes as well as health issues.
• Photography and Odds & Ends - This section is the photospreads, polls, comics and infographics throughout the paper as well as the horoscopes, calendar, and sudoku on the back page.

WATCH OUR VIDEO TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TROJAN TIMES

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Meetings are held after school during the year - approximately 18-20 meetings (18 hours total). To receive credits, members must attend a majority of meetings and contribute to activities.

Contact Information

Advisors: Melisa Perlman and Ryan Perlman

For more information, visit the Trojan Times Website 
Follow on Instagram: @whstrojantimes
To join Remind, text the number 81010  "@c368fk"

Students Against Destructive Decisions is committed to promoting good decision-making in high school. Our mission is to empower students to successfully confront challenges in high school and promote a safe and healthy environment.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Meetings are held before/after school and often involve creating awareness campaigns for WHS students.

Contact Information

Advisor: Cindy Pronko

Symphony Orchestra

Open to all string instrument players. Auditions for wind and percussion members at the beginning of the year. Meeting take place each week for 2 hours. Participation includes 22 meetings (48 hours); regular attendance and participation in one of five concerts.

Advisor: Chris Horner

Threads by Wiss is a club for students who want to explore a range of fiber arts including sewing, crocheting, knitting, weaving, upcycled fashion, surface design and more. Students will be able to learn new techniques and improve on previous knowledge in an open studio environment. Activities may include: sewing/crocheting/knitting items for charity, participation in local arts and crafts fairs, and learning opportunities with local craftspeople.

Advisor: Ian Williams

All students are welcome to join in Ultimate Frisbee pick up games regardless of age, skill or gender. Players pass the disc up the field until a point/goal is scored while the opposing team defends. There is opportunity to compete with other high schools if the participating students want to do so.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Ultimate Frisbee will take place after school on Mondays and Wednesdays, weather and field conditions permitting, sometime in mid-March. This activity will typically take place on the field in front of the high school. Players must sign a waiver through USA Ultimate and pay a fee to join USA Ultimate. This fee and waiver covers them and any facility/school they play/practice at. 

Contact Information

Advisor: Mark Grenier

The Wildlife Club is designed for students who are interested in protection and preservation of wildlife species. The club plans to raise awareness about environmental problems that species face and discuss practices to ensure their protection and existence.   

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

All grades are welcome at meetings every other Thursday at 2:40 in D20. 
Follow us @Wissahickonwildlife

Contact Information

Advisor: Mariah Klusman

WISS Pals is a student run club that strives to socially integrate regular education students with the autistic support and life skills students during after school activities. The group continues to provide opportunities for socialization with positive peer relationships which leads to self-confidence, great self-esteem, and communication skills!

Meeting Information and Requirements

WISS Pals meets once a month on Tuesday after school at 2:45 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact Information

Advisor: Kara Lehman

WTV Club is a broadcast television club for students who have an interest or ability with electronic media, particularly television production. 

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements
Students are required to participate in meetings/activities (about 6-12 hours per month) and complete two (2) projects per quarter.

Contact Information

Advisors: Jessica Brasch

Wissahickon TV starring... You!

Reprinted with permission of Trojan Times Staff Writer, Santo Carbo ‘21

Interested in television or movies?  The Wissahickon TV Club is the school’s leading resource for young filmmakers who want a way to get started on or improve their work.  The club covers a variety of topics at its meetings, such as pre-production, camera shots, and video editing.  Becoming a member is the best way for future filmmakers and newscasters to get hands-on experience and meet new people with similar interests.  The club has many alumni in the television and film industries.  These individuals have experience working in news, in television, and on movies such as Bradley Cooper’s new film, A Star is Born.

     Club meetings consist of a conversation about a cinematic topic such as camera shots, film genres, or broadcasting, where members are encouraged to participate, no matter what level of knowledge they have on the subject.  This is most often followed by small groups splitting off and writing, planning, and shooting a short film with the previous lesson in mind.  These films will then be edited by the club’s officers and shown at future meetings.  This makes for a fun experience for the members, as they get to watch something that they put effort into directing, writing, or acting in on a large screen in front of many people.  Plus, there are no shortage of things to do while in the club.

     For those interested in making their own short films, there are numerous opportunities.  TV Club participates in many film festivals, such as Greenfield, Rough Cut, Lighthouse, The 10 Day, Behind the Lens, WHYY, and our own annual Troy Awards.  The club offers not only creative advice on how to make the best short film, but also provides physical resources such as cameras, editing help, and actors – anyone can be a filmmaker or actor.

     Along with filmmaking, the Club is also very involved in TV broadcasting.  Members get to take advantage of the full studio set by producing mock news segments.  Trying out a variety of positions such as anchor, teleprompter, or camera operator is encouraged.  Students who are interested in being part of the Wissahickon morning show can talk to the club’s advisor, Dr. Brasch, after any meeting, or they can sign up for one of several TV-related electives next year. 

     One of the club’s biggest responsibilities are sports shoots.  During athletic events such as basketball or soccer games, the club records and commentates the game, interviews coaches and players, and distributes the footage to the Wissahickon School District public access channel.  For those interested in news broadcasting or camerawork, this is definitely a great way to practice television related skills or just have fun and try something new and exciting.

     To get more information, visit the WTV Instagram page (@WTVICLUB) or talk to Dr. Brasch down in F hall. 

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Illium Yearbook Club members support the yearbook staff members (students taking the Yearbook class) through editing and gathering information to chronicle the events and people of the current senior class and the entire school.

The yearbook club has 12 – 15 meetings per year held during IE period, which is during the school day (held on one block scheduled day per cycle) for a time commitment of 8 – 10 hours.

Contact Information

Advisor: Jess Brasch

The purpose of this club is to teach and follow yoga flows.  Yoga is known to ease stress and to be agood workout.  Many students seeking a peaceful and relaxing stress/workout can join.  Also, mindfulness and inner peace.

Advisor - Jaclyn Dietsch

The WHS Youth Activists Club provides young adults with information and resources that will help them make well-informed decisions in the real world. The organization aims to inspire its members to speak out and take action against social injustice and to educate themselves about current events in order to further promote equality for all.

Advisor: Chris McDaniels

The Ambassadors Club strives to make all new students feel welcome and comfortable in WHS through welcome sessions, information seminars, giving tours, and helping students acclimate to our school system.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

The Ambassadors Club has 2 meetings per month and a monthly activity totaling about 6 hours per month.
Requirements: 4 meetings and 4 events a year

Contact Information

Advisor: Liz Law

STARS is a peer-to-peer tutoring club. Students can volunteer to become tutors or request a tutor as a client. Tutors complete a green form (found in the library, counseling office, or main office) and select the days and times they are available as well as the courses for which they are willing to provide support. Clients complete a pink form (found in the library, counseling office, or main office) and select the days and times they are available as well as the courses for which they need support. Students are paired up by the Stars advisor and meet during their agreed upon scheduled time in the library. 

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Stars meetings will be arranged by students and the advisor through Schoology. All sessions will take place in the library. Once students complete the request forms, advisors and paired tutor-clients communicate and schedule upcoming sessions via email. Students can meet during Study Hall, lunch, I/E, or after school on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday. Late buses are available.

Contact Information

Advisor: Bruce Fleming
 

Students with an interest in a career in Health and Medicine are invited to join the WHS Health Careers Club. As a member of the Health Careers Club you will learn the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle and ensuring your safety through numerous activities. Throughout the year, we explore careers in the health field and organize activities such as our Annual Blood Drive.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

We have 8 membership meetings each year. Our first meeting is Tuesday (9/12/17) at 2:45 pm in D-24 AND Wednesday (9/13/17) at 7:00 am in D-24. We are trying to accommodate students who have continuous morning or afternoon commitments. We always meet on the second Tuesday/Wednesday of the month.

Activities are Fall Blood Drive, Red Ribbon Week, Handwashing with Lower Gwynedd, Sun Safety Week, and Guest Speakers from a variety of health fields.

For more information, visit our website.

Contact Information

Advisor: Carey Holder

Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Ambler, the Interact Club is open to any student who wants the opportunity to participate in supporting worthwhile community services and projects.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Members are required to attend monthly meetings and complete five (5) hours of community service.

Contact

Advisor: Caroline Popovic

Sponsored by the Ambler Kiwanis Club, the Key Club is open to any student who wants to support a wide variety of community events.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Key Club holds 16 meetings (about 40 hours). Members are required to complete 40 service hours (20 personal).

Contact Information

Advisors:  Liz Colonna

Character ~ Scholarship ~ Leadership ~ Service

National Honor Society, Wissahickon Chapter, is an organization that rewards Juniors and Seniors who meet the qualifications of Scholarship, Service, Leadership, and Character. These are defined to students and faculty in this way:

• Scholarship: Students having an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or higher at the end of the Sophomore or Junior year.
• Leadership: Students who have demonstrated leadership in the school community–both in the classroom and in extra-curricular activities–such as those who are engaged and make constructive contributions in the classroom and school activities, show academic initiative, uphold school ideals through positive interaction with their peers, and are dependable in fulfilling their obligations and responsibilities.
• Character: Students who have demonstrated good character in the classroom and in school activities and programs will be considered for membership. A student of good character demonstrates high standards of attitude toward honesty, integrity, morality, reliability, fairness and tolerance.
• Service: Student participation in three (3) school activities per year throughout high school including a service activity, interest activity and team activity.

Invites will be sent out in the fall. Invitees will be added to the NHS Schoology group for further information. Applications are in digital form with the links being provided once the application process is opened in mid fall.

Contact Information

Advisors: Bree Estock

Officers, Student Senators and Representatives of the Student Council are elected by their peers. They are responsible for being aware of and responding to student concerns and dealing with these needs within the total school community and program.
Visit the WHS Student Council website for updated information: www.whsstuco.org 

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Attendance is required at weekly meetings.

Contact Information

Advisors: James Mahoney and Jennie Stokely

Wiss Link is a mentorship program for incoming 9th graders to ease the transition and to help build community within WHS.

Advisors: Heidi Butt, Becky Chang, Kara Lehman & Steph Leister

The Freshman Class Committee organizes class elections and fundraisers for ninth grade. We support school spirit, traditions (i.e. Pep Rally, Semi-Formal etc), and help organize class trips and activities. We meet and plan with other class committees to organize events.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Meetings take place in room G02 about twice a month. There may be additional meetings when events are coming up.

Contact Information

Advisor: Martin Ashdale

The Sophomore class committee identifies, chooses, and organizes the activities and fundraising activities for the sophomore class at Wissahickon High School (WHS). We help to encourage the entire sophomore class to support school spirit and all of the traditions of the WHS.

Meetings Information and Credit Requirements

The committee officers are determining the credit requirements, and will be sending this information out as an email blast to all committee members. Meetings are held in Dr. Rothenberger’s room (D26). There will be a meeting set up once a month during IE’s on Day 6. Additional meeting will be held after school on a as needed basis. Look for more information concerning these after school meetings.

Contact Information

Advisors: Nicole Perrine-Wilson

The Junior Class Committee will have general monthly meetings to plan events such as the Semi-Formal Dance, the Junior and Senior Prom(s), participation in school wide events, class open gyms, etc.  Attend 50% of the meetings; actively participate in at least two events. The activities are to encourage spirit and excitement among the Junior Class.

Contact Information

Advisors: Amy Founds and Dan Joyce

Senior students are welcome to come to any Student Council meeting, ask questions/give input, and help with any and all activities (e.g. senior mural, class shirt, banquet, trip, fund raising, picnic, etc.) Information is posted on the senior Facebook page.

Meeting Information and Credit Requirements

Senior Class Committee meetings are held 2 – 3 Monday mornings per month in E14 at 7:00 a.m. and during homeroom.
No credit is given to volunteers outside of the officers.

Contact Information

Advisors: Bruce Rothenberger and Lisa Woodland-Smith