Clubs & Organizations

Why School Programs and Clubs are Important for Students:

Develop new interests and acquire new skills

Discover others with similar interests

Engage in meaningful activities outside of the classroom

Appeals to colleges and looks good on resumes

Make new friends and build strong, lasting relationships

Develop leadership skills

Student Organizations

Athletics

Club Sports

National Honor Society

Native Education Program

Student Clubs

After-school clubs build resumes for colleges, allow for socialization and is a safe way to get our students interested in other activities.

Alternative Energies Club

Animal Club

Animal Club Information

Advisor

Scott Rick

Email the Animal Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-4:30 pm

Day

Wednesdays

Location

Library

Additional Information

To educate students on proper care of animals, specifically cats, rats, and dogs. Ever want to show or train a dog? This group will cover all things animal. Proposed activities will include going to dog shows, rat shows, animal shelters, making posters to raise awareness of invasive species, and going to Bush Park.

ARG Club

Asian Club

ASL Club

ASL Club Information

Advisor

Mr. Edward Rolfness

Email the ASL Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

2:35 pm

Day

Tuesday

Location

room 180

Additional Information

The ASL (American Sign Language) Club will help improve students’ skills in signing and it will also unify the ASL program as a whole. Students of all skill levels will be able to meet and help each other learn.

BIPoc Bookworms Club

Black Student Union

Black Student Union Information

Advisor

Dwight Roberson

Email the Black Student Union advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 pm

Day

Monday

Location

room 171 "Calm Room"

Additional Information

Black Student Union is a safe space in which students can discuss topics of multicultural experiences and other current events. Students are able to voice concerns on campus and perspective of multicultural importance. Students of all backgrounds are welcome to attend meetings and events. Proposed Activities: Weekly meetings, Potlucks, Bowling, Fundraising, Club Lunch Booths.

Bowling Club

Chess Club

Civil Air Patrol Information Club

Civil Air Patrol Information Club Information

Advisor

Matt Doyle

Email the Civil Air Patrol Information Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Day

April 20th, May 18th, and June 8th

Location

Upper Commons

Additional Information

To inform students about Civil Air Patrol Cadet Programs, which is inclusive, improves leadership skills, and teaches people about Aerospace. Contact Tyler Cleveland with questions.

Computer Science Club

Creative Writing

Creative Writing Information

Advisor

Rodriguez

Email the Creative Writing advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 pm

Day

Wednesday and Friday

Location

251

Additional Information

To share and create poetry and other creative writing styles together and to socialize and self-express in a healthy way. Proposed Activities will include: poetry slams @ the Book Bin, peer editing, open mics

Crochet Club

Culinary ProStart Competition Club

D.R.I.V.E.

D.R.I.V.E. Information

Advisor

Dwight Roberson

Email the D.R.I.V.E. advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

A/B Lunch

Day

Wednesdays

Location

Calm Room

Additional Information

Mission Statement: To provide students of color and non- representative communities with an opportunity to receive support from upperclassmen who are also students of color and non-representative communities. Many students may not feel that they are represented, and by providing them with an opportunity to feel heard and seen, we hope to change this. Through one-on-one mentorships, students can see themselves better represented and find communities they might have had a more difficult time accessing otherwise. This will allow for more role model figures for students of color and non-representative communities, as often students of color and non-representative communities do not have mentors that look like them. In addition, through one-on-one mentorships, better support and advocacy for younger students can be given, helping them follow and pursue their goals with the support of another.

DECA

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Environment Club

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

French Club

Gender Sexuality Alliance

Gender Sexuality Alliance Information

Advisor

C. Fortey

Email the Gender Sexuality Alliance advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 - 4:10 pm

Day

Monday

Location

ROOM 239

Additional Information

The Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA) works to create a safe place for all students to be able to come as they are and be accepted. Also, even though one purpose of the GSA is to have a fun and supportive place for students, there are other reasons to join the GSA. The GSA is a group of students working towards a common goal; to eliminate bullying and promote acceptance of all people by supporting activities in the school and community to encourage acceptance of all people.

German Club

Girls Flag Football

Girls Flag Football Information

Advisor

Daniel Correa

Email the Girls Flag Football advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

5:30PM or 7PM

Day

Wed/Fri

Location

On the field

Additional Information

TO BRING DIVERSITY TO A FUN SPORT BY LEARNING AND DEVELOPING SKILLS IN FOOTBALL, TO BETTER ACCESS FOOTBALL KNOWLEDGE, TO CREATE MORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN IN FOOTBALL.

Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA)

Hiking Club

Hiking Club Information

Advisor

Matt Doyle

Email the Hiking Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 pm

Day

Tuesday

Location

Room 212

Additional Information

Organized group hikes to various locations in Oregon. Also, allow SSHS students to experience and gain appreciation for Oregon’s natural beauty. Taking hiking trips every 4-6 weeks with groups of 12 students/trip.

International Thespian Society

International Thespian Society Information

Advisor

Ms. Julianna Gibbons

Email the International Thespian Society advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-5 pm

Day

alternating Fridays

Location

The Q Black Box

Additional Information

Thespians is an honor society for students who participate in high school theater. Any student who earns enough points through school theater activities, both on stage and backstage, is invited to become a member!

Investment Group

Investment Group Information

Advisor

Warren Trotter

Email the Investment Group advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:20-4:20 pm

Day

Wednesdays

Additional Information

South Salem Investment Group (SSIG)’s purpose is to teach students the basics of investing. Our goal is to educate members on how to successfully and responsively manage their finances. In today’s world, making your money work for you is vital to becoming financially stable. SSIG will provide the tools and resources to achieve that.

Jump Rope Club

Key Club

Lacrosse Club

Latino Club

Literature Club

Literature Club Information

Advisor

Ms. Rachelle Lipp

Email the Literature Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

2:30-3:00 pm

Day

Tuesday

Location

Room 244

Additional Information

To connect with other people and to enjoy interesting books and to write and develop skills in communication through stories and words. All while expanding the knowledge of literature.

Magic the Gathering Club

Magic the Gathering Club Information

Advisor

Zachary Brown-Silverstein

Email the Magic the Gathering Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-4:30 pm

Day

Friday (last of the month)

Location

289

Additional Information

Magic the Gathering Club, Advisor Zachary Brown-Silverstein Purpose: to share our interest in the Magic the Gathering game. The club is open to all experienced levels and are invited to participate in tournaments. Meet in room 289 on Friday (last of the month) 3:30 – 4:30 pm

Model United Nations Club

Model United Nations Club Information

Advisor

Matt Doyle

Email the Model United Nations Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

2:30 pm

Day

Thursdays

Location

Room 101

Additional Information

The Model United Nations club engages in an authentic simulation of the United Nations system by learning about the UN system, the skills of debate, compromise, conflict resolution and negotiation. MUN team members have fun learning about the workings of world diplomacy through the lens of current events.

National French Honor Society

National French Honor Society Information

Advisor

Robert Zenk

Email the National French Honor Society advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:20-4 pm

Day

Alternating Tuesdays with French Club

Location

virtual

Additional Information

Our emphasis will be on tutoring but we continue to encourage the discovery and use of French language and culture. Organize several activities through the French program and community. Must be a member of the French National Honor Society.

National Honor Society

National Spanish Honor Society

Native Club

OHSET Team

OHSET Team Information

Advisor

Melissa Samiee

Email the OHSET Team advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 pm

Day

First Monday of the Month

Location

Library

Additional Information

To provide recognition in high schools for the equestrian athlete and to give them the opportunity to achieve that recognition in a fair/positive educational format. Meetings may take place outside of school at barn for practices before meets.

Pacific Saxons

Period Club

Progressive Activism Club

Progressive Activism Club Information

Advisor

Dr. Greg Berry

Email the Progressive Activism Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-4:30 pm

Day

Friday

Location

room 243

Additional Information

Students of SSHS banning together to fight for political issues in and outside of our community Proposed activities: volunteering, marches, canvassing, organizing talking events at school, fundraising.

Resume Writing

Rose Beats

Salmon Bowl

Saxon Films Club

Saxon Strong – Suicide Prevention

Saxon Strong – Suicide Prevention Information

Advisor

Kelly Greer / Ryan Marshall

Email the Saxon Strong – Suicide Prevention advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-4:15 pm

Day

1^st and 3^rd Thursdays of the month

Location

Calm Room

Additional Information

Saxon Strong – Suicide Prevention/Hands are not for hurting aims to support our student body in any need they may have in the event of a tragedy and beyond. Proposed activities: Suicide Prevention Week & Out of the Darkness Week

Saxon Summit Club

Saxon Tutoring Club

SkillsUSA

Smash Bros Club

Sources of Strength

Sources of Strength Information

Advisor

Wendy Anderson

Email the Sources of Strength advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-4 pm

Day

Tuesdays

Location

170

Additional Information

We are a group of diverse students and adults from all corners of the school. Our mission is to spread hope, help and strength to every part of our community. Together we plan school wide activities and messaging campaigns to share messages of hope, help and strength to make our Saxon community stronger and more connected. Each week we share our lives together, play games and get to work! Additional advisor: Cesar Bueno

South High Skate Club

South High Skate Club Information

Advisor

Jacob Dufault

Email the South High Skate Club advisor
dufault_jacob@salkeiz.k12.or.us

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 – 4:30 pm

Day

First Monday of the month

Location

Additional Information

South High Skate Club, advisor Sherman Arndt & Jacob Dufault Purpose: to bring skaters, scooters, bmxers, and long boarders together to chill, learn new skills, and possibly compete at local competitions. Meet in room 10, first Monday of the month, 3:30 – 4:30 pm.

Spanish Club

Speech and Debate Club

Speech and Debate Club Information

Advisor

Josh Myhre

Email the Speech and Debate Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 - 4:30 pm

Day

Monday

Location

room 287

Additional Information

Practicing parliamentary-style debate, public forum-style debate, and speech events, while attending regional competitions throughout the year. Parliamentary Debate, public forum debate, LD debate, individual and partner speech events are our proposed activities.

Spikeball club

Sports Official Club

Sports Official Club Information

Advisor

Aaron Haugen

Email the Sports Official Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 pm

Day

Tuesdays

Location

Room 208

Additional Information

The purpose of this club will be to provide students with the knowledge and even possibly opportunities to officiate youth and high school sports. Special attention will be given to rules knowledge to promote confidence. Video examples of the rules and mechanics will be utilized to help students see exactly how to connect the rules to the games being worked. The goal of this club is to provide training and opportunity to students who wish to participate in sports and make money while doing it. Sports offered will be: Football, Baseball, Basketball, Softball, Soccer, Volleyball and Wrestling *Training will be provided to all, however, I am not able to guarantee games since I am not specifically assigning any myself. I will be facilitating contact to the coordinators for each sport locally.

Tabletop Games

The Creative Writing Club

Thespian Club

Thespian Club Information

Advisor

Julianna Gibbons

Email the Thespian Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Day

Mondays

Location

The Q Black Box

Additional Information

Membership is earned by participation in theater and technical theater activities at South. Participants celebrate our love of theater and support our membership, our productions, and our community through fundraising, promotion, discussions, workshops, competitions, festivals, and events. Thespians work toward equity, diversity, inclusion, and access for all interested students.

Unified climbing club

Unified climbing club Information

Advisor

Brennan Young

Email the Unified climbing club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30-4:30 pm

Day

first Wednesday of the month

Location

room 111

Additional Information

A community for students with ranging rock climbing experience to be part of and share common interests, knowledge, and passions. A place to meet fellow climbers and grow in strength and technique. Rock Climbing at the Rock Box Climbing Gym.

Unified Club

Unified Club Information

Advisor

Sam Domina

Email the Unified Club advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:30 pm

Day

Tuesday

Location

room 111

Additional Information

Following the unified model, we hope for total inclusion between both general ed students and students with disabilities through recreational and social activities to include hiking, hanging out, sporting events etc.

Unified E-Sports

Unified E-Sports Information

Advisor

Wade Buckmaster

Email the Unified E-Sports advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

6-7 pm

Day

Mondays

Location

virtual

Additional Information

Unified E-Sports Club is part of our Unified Champion Schools Program, dedicated to building inclusive opportunities for all students in partnership with Special Olympics Oregon. We will play in the Rocket League.

Vex Robotics (Teams)

Vex Robotics (Teams) Information

Advisor

Mr. Birkel

Email the Vex Robotics (Teams) advisor

Club Meeting Info

Meeting Time

3:25-4:25 pm

Day

Wednesdays

Location

166

Additional Information

In VEX Robotics, we build and program robots to compete at local tournaments. The club begins and teams are formed in September and students compete from October through March.