Halifax Area High School Clubs

Welcome to Halifax Area High School's Clubs and Activities Page. Enjoy your high school years by becoming involved in one or more of the many clubs offered. 

(Club meeting times and locations are announced in the student section of the school bulletin!)

If you need any further information or have questions, please contact the Halifax High School Activities Office at (717) 896-4051. 
 
 
Club Advisor(s) Meeting Day(s) Meeting Location Description Limitations
Academic Help Club Mr. McIntosh Any and All   Need help on school work or falling behind in a class, stop by or be sent to Mr. Mac for some time to get caught up on school work.  
Acoustics Club Ms. Aunkst B Band Room   5-10 by invite only
Advanced PE Mr. Hoover and Mr. Czaplicki A and C Gym Work it out. 30
Aevidum Club Mrs. Crook, Mrs. King  & Ms. Aunkst C tbd Dedicated to saving the lives of students by creating awareness on teen suicide and depression through school and community wide activities  
AP Literature Club Mr. Ruff D M4   AP Students
Archery Club Mr. Shade B and D A2 Archery Club will follow the National Archery In Schools Program guidelines and possibly participate in their state and national level competitions 24 Max
Art Club Mr. Crum A Art Room We will look at different art movements/styles, read our own art,  drawing skills, create a great environment for pursuing a passion in their own artwork. Art 2 Students or better to stay
Bible Club  Mr. Hogsett A and/or C A25 Student lead Bible centered activities  
Big Cat/Little Cat Mentoring Program Mrs. Rummel C A24 Mentoring program with elementary school students members must apply and be accepted into the program
Campaign 2012 and Current Events in the US Mrs. B. Enders  C A8 Campaign 2012 and Current Events in the US will look at the upcoming election of 2012, the individuals who are part of the presidential race, and the issues impacting the presidential and congressional elections.  The club will also look at current events in our country and how they are impacting the lives of American citizens. Students must stay up to date on current political events in the US and be prepared to have discussions each club meeting.  There may be outside reading involved.
Card Club Mrs. Hargenrader A and C M2 Enjoy friendly competition of classic card games.  May sign up for only one of two days.  (no poker, no gambling). Max 24
Card Club Mrs. Amoriello B and D B6 Enjoy friendly competition of classic card games.  May sign up for only one of two days.  (no poker, no gambling). Max 25
Cinema Mrs. Hargenrader B M2 Popular movies - Rated PG 13 or G Max 25
Cheerleading, Tumbling, & Dance Mrs. Czaplicki   D Library Work on tumbling, stunting, dance, and work on those back handsprings!.  Members must be physically active and dress appropriately for activity.   current cheerleaders.  Max 25
Communities That Care (CTC) Teen Council Heather Crook & Mrs. Howard D  All Year TBA Will meet to organize, plan and execute activities, service opportunities and social events for Halifax area teens that promote a sense of community and personal values.  
Coral Literary Magazine Ms. Renner and Mr. Ruff A M1 Work on submissions to the literary magazine  
Courtyard Club Mr. Hogsett B and/or D   The goal of this club will be to improve and enjoy our courtyard. 20 (juniors and seniors only)
Digital Photography Club Mr. Weaver   A and/or C A7 Club for students interested in basic photography. Owning a digital camera is highly recommended but not required. Other costs may include printing, matting and framing. 18
Dr. Who Fan Club Mr. Lahr B and or D B4 All Doctor Who and only Doctor Who.  Mostly new series with occasional classic episodes 25
English Language Games Mrs. Nec C m3 Scrabble, Letter Flip, Apples to Apples and others Max 27
Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Mrs. Rummel B A24 An extension of FCS program, community service activities.  Regional meeting, state conference, and state officer opportunities. Required dues of $15
Fellowship of Christian Athletes Mr. Bostdorf D TBA Fellowship of Christian Athletes is the largest Christian sports organization in America.  Since 1954, FCA has been challenging coaches and athletes on the professional, college, high/middle school and youth levels to honor God through integrity, serving, teamwork and excellence.  
Fitness Mr. Hoover    B and D   Be serious about lifelong fitness in the new fitness center. 20 per session
Foreign Language Club Mrs. Adrian D B9 This club would be for students who are interested in preparing the week of activities to celebrate National Foreign Language Week in April.  This includes making posters, planning discovery lessons, working with the cafeteria on the menu, making phone calls, and related responsibilities to make it a fun event.   
Future Business Leaders of America  Mrs. Howard & Mrs. Petresky B C28 A national organization for students interested in business or business related careers.  Annual Dues are $15.    
Future Teachers of America (Student PSEA) Mrs. Murray B C29 Students interested in a career in teaching will gain experience working with students and plan and carry out American Education Week Activities, Special Olympics, guest speakers, and our Friendly Feud Assembly.   Past members will have preference
GATE Mrs. Schultz B and C C31 Gate students can work on annual IEP goals  See Mrs. Schultz for scheduling. GATE Students
Graduation Project/Research Help Mrs. Shade A Computer Lab Students will receive assistance in researching and in the completion of their senior project.  Please select a homework haven or ask for a pass to the computer lab from your club.  
Hair and Nails Mrs. Czaplicki B Girls' Locker Room We will experiment with different styles in hair, make-up and nails Girls Only
Hi - Lite  Mr and  Mrs. Crum  C and/or D M1 School Newspaper none - Some predetermined members
Homework Haven TBA ABCD TBA Students who need a time and place to complete assignments.  Access to the Library and Computer Room will be made available for academic uses. 25 students in each room.  Students generally split by grade level.
Intro to Tech Study/Tutoring Mr. Weaver B A7 Study hall for any students in technology related classes max 18
Junior Class Officers Mrs. King  and Mrs. Murray A  A9 Executive session to handle business of the Junior class including fundraising and prom expenditures. Elected Officers Only
Latin American Culture Mrs. Kolish B and/ or D B8 Explore the culture, language and cuisine of Latin America!! 20
Letters to Soldiers Mrs. Smith C B9 Students will correspond with and send packages to our soldiers stationed abroad.  Students signed up for 2 days will have consideration for club officers. 25
Letters to Soldiers Officers Mrs. Adrian A B9 Club Officers  
Lighting and Sound Ms. Aunkst A Auditorium Will receive training on the lighting and sound boards.  Will also assign auditorium coverage lighting and sound is full for 2011-2012
MATH PSSA PREP TBD A-D   Juniors in need of preparation for the PSSA tests based on their 4 Sight scores.   Juniors not Advanced or Proficient on the 4Sight Test.
National Honor Society Mrs. Rummel & Mrs. Schultz D A24 Meeting for all current NHS members Members only
Principal's Advisory Club Mr. Hatfield and Mr. Ansel C TBA Have a voice in Advisory planning, lessons, and student centered school reform initiatives Students wanting a voice in planning and implementation.
Prom Club Mrs. King & Mrs. Murray D A9 Plan for the 2009 Prom and organize fundraisers. Juniors only (16 + 4 officers)
Reading for Enjoyment Mrs. K. Enders A and C B2 This club is an opportunity for students to read and sometimes discuss books that they have selected.   BYOB
Reading for Enjoyment Mrs. Nec D M3 This club is an opportunity for students to read and sometimes discuss books that they have selected.   BYOB
Reading for Enjoyment Mrs. Stone    B B3 This club is an opportunity for students to read and sometimes discuss books that they have selected.   BYOB
Recycling Club (Paper) Mrs. Paul, Mrs. Enders and Mr. Mcintosh  B and or D a14 Students will collect and recyclables. Small Number
Role Playing Games Mr. McIntosh A and/or C A12 Role playing games or dice based games will be played, no gambling games.  All games are student led and initiated.  Only those interested should sign up.  Max 27
RUGBY Mr. Czaplicki B   not made it by the deadline.    
RYOT Heather Crook, Ms. Yiengst & Mrs. King A TBD Rallying Youth Organizers Together against Dating Violence & Sexual Assault.  Organizing and empowering club that encourages teen involvement in the movement to end dating violence and sexual assault.  The club will also focus on other forms of interpersonal violence such as bullying and sexual harassment.  This club will teach students through social justice strategy in community organizing and advocacy, and assists them in employing these skills to create meaningful change in their community.    
SAT PREP Mr. Kilgore   B5    
School Spirit Workshop Mrs. Czaplicki & Mr. Lahr C B4 Formerly student council workshop, now open to ALL students. Work on projects related to school spirit; such as making signs and posters for sports and working on helping with other large school events like Powder Puff, Relay Day and All-Nighter.  ONLY SCHOOL-SPIRITED PEOPLE WILLING TO WORK SHOULD APPLY!   25
Senior Class Officers Mrs. Rummel & Mrs. Enders A A24 Officers meet to make decisions regarding class.   Officers may choose another club A
Skate Club Mr. Crum B Art Room Talk/Discuss skating, watch video clips, create our won stencils/stickers/board designs, read skate magazines.  We may plan a field trip and run a fundraiser. max 15 students
Stand Tall Heather Crook, Jan Tobias-Keiffer & Mrs. King B B7 Pro-active approach to reinforcing healthy behaviors and creating a positive peer influence environment.  Offers education to other students through puppets, rallies, instruction, assemblies, and social events. Some voluntary after school activities. Call 896-3924 for more information.  Essay must be completed.
Student Council General Session Mrs. Czaplicki & Mr. Lahr A Auditorium Service to school and community, planning school activities, student government student must be a member of student council.  Mandatory for all S.C. members
Student Play and Musicals Mrs. Hoover B LIBRARY Students plan and prepare for the Spring Musical Production Willingness to help with the spring musical
Writers Club Mr. Ruff B M1    
Writing Workshop Mrs. Nec A M3 Students can bring written projects and homework to this club for time to write and receive tutoring and assistance. Students must work on academic pursuits.  Study hall rules apply.
Yearbook Mrs. B. Enders  B & D A8 This club allows additional time to work on the awarding winning Halifax Yearbook! Membership  Fixed/pending advisor approval.
Young Republicans Club Mrs. Ruff C tba Planning and preparation for Halifax Young Republican Club meetings and activities.  
Zumba for Girls Mrs. Howard A or C tbd pending availablility of mat room and a/v equiptment  
Non-Club Activities
Small Group Counseling Ms. Yiengst, Ms. Curry, Mrs. Rummel, Ms. Aunkst, Mrs. Raudenbush, Mrs. Romberger, Mrs. Enders and others a,b,c,d tba Based on student surveys and self-referrals, students will voluntarily participate in small group counseling on issues ranging from anger management to grief and loss group. Groups composed of students based on survey responses

Last Modified on March 23, 2010