High School
CLUBS
Art Club
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Debate
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Cappies
What? An organization that works with KC’s high school drama departments to watch and review each other’s theatrical productions
When? All year; various meetings throughout the year; usually productions are of Friday or Saturday nights.
Where? Various locations around the city; students usually carpool
Fees? None
Time commitment? At least 5 shows must be reviewed per year (shows usually start around 7 pm and last for a few hours).
Qualifications? Students interested in joining need to submit a sample of an original review they’ve written about a movie or play they’ve seen. The best reviews are anonymously selected
Summer activities? A large production for all Cappies from different schools is available if covid allows (further information pending)
Covid? Cappies will adhere to CHS and CDC guidelines (further information pending)
Extra? Cappies is a team and once a student commits the other members rely on them to follow through. It is highly student-run.
HiveTV
What? Livestreams sports, announcements, and special events. Creates videos for YouTube and the school district’
When? All year; Exact times and days vary depending on the event being streamed
Where? Media center (library)
Fees? None
Time commitment? Varies depending on their job within the team; could be a few time a month or a few times a week
Qualifications? All students need to cover all events they say they’re going to cover.
Summer activities? Possibly a summer camp before school starts (further information pending)
Covid? It’s reduced their ability to pre-produce videos but has not stopped them from streaming live
Extra? Lets students document their High School experiences through video and be highly involved with the school. The video production class is not required to join.
Players 58 (Drama)
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Academics
Poli-Sci
What? Discusses current events, political issues, and government philosophies. Participates in friendly debates. Prepares for the Missouri Youth in Government Conference by writing mock bills and arguing moot trials. Has taken trips to the Nelson Art Museum in the past.
When? All year; once a week after school;
Where? Possibly in rooms 105 or 101 (further information pending)
Fees? None
Time commitment? Once a week after school; one weekend in November/December
Qualifications? None
Summer activities? None
Covid? It did not happen the 2020-2021 school year; it will pick back up again once students return to the building in fall 2021
Extra? Great way to meet other students; great was to learn more about government and current events; great to put of resumes and college applications
Robo-Tech
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Rocketry Club
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Scholar Bowl
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Extra
Book Club
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Card Club/Video Game Club
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School
FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
What? Discusses business-related topics; elects officers; possibly attends a conference
When? All year; once a month after school or during advisory
Where? Room 219
Fees? $10 (further information pending)
Time commitment? Light commitment; once-a-month meetings and a possible half or full-day conference
Qualifications? None
Summer activities? None at Center
Covid? Was not active during the 2020-2021 school year; meetings will resume fall of 2021
Extra? Looks very good on a resume or college application; a great club for students interested in business to get involved in
Principal's Advisory Committee (PAC)
What? A group of students that are put together to allow students to give feedback to the administration
When? All year; usually on the 3rd Thursday of every month during advisory/lunch
Where? Principal’s Conference room (further information pending)
Fees? None
Time commitment? Monthly meetings
Qualifications? None, however, the students are selected by Mr. Tate (principal)
Summer activities? None
Covid? They had to meet virtually for the 2020-2021 school year, but hope to get back to in-person meetings in fall 2021
Extra? (further information pending)
Student Government Association (SGA)
Support Groups
What? Engage with fellow students and group facilitators over weekly topics. The main goal is to build resilience skills and offer general support.
When? All year; once a week
Where? The counseling center conference room
Fees? None
Time commitment? 30-45 minutes a week
Qualifications? None, however, group size is limited
Summer activities? None
Covid? They had to meet virtually for the 2020-2021 school year, but hope to get back to in-person meetings in fall 2021
Extra? Groups typically meet during advisory, but when multiple groups are active, meeting periods can take place during other periods
Yearbook
What? Students work together to create a book of high school memories. They use photography, design, writing, and marketing skills.
When? All year until about March; in a class for juniors and seniors; potentially one day after school if students are interested
Where? At the event being covered or the sponsor’s classroom (further information pending)
Fees? $15 for t-shirts
Time commitment? A year-long class and plenty of work outside of school to ensure a high-quality yearbook
Qualifications? Juniors and Seniors only (Sophomores with special permission)
Summer activities? A workshop in years past (further information pending)
Covid? Workshops will be virtual so field trips will be limited; the class is not as hands-on as it would be
Extra? Interested students should take the digital art and photography class offered at Center and keep their grades up in their English classes.
Volunteer/Alliances
Black Student Union (BSU)
What? A place for students to discuss life, culture, and current events. Has guest speakers, poetry slams, and other events.
When? All year; Thursdays after school
Where? Room 101
Fees? None
Time commitment? As much or little as students want
Qualifications? Be open-minded and respectful
Summer activities? None
Covid? Meetings were virtual, but will likely be in person in fall 2021
Extra? BSU is for any students interested in justice and equality
FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America)
What? Designs service type projects; projects are often based around nutrition/exercise/wellness, business, literacy, or working with kids
When? All year; each week one day after school (further information pending)
Where? Room 212
Fees? Yes; the amount depends on the number of students
Time commitment? Weekly meetings for 1 hour and extra time to work on projects
Qualifications? None
Summer activities? None
Covid? Has been mostly inactive the 2020-2021 school year, hopes to start up again in the fall
Extra? Students do not need to attend every weekly meeting
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
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Key Club
What? A student and service club where students organize meetings and their service projects
When? All year; typically 1-2 meetings per week
Where? Room 319
Fees? None (dues covered by the club, though not guaranteed)
Time commitments? 1-2 school meetings per week; service projects organized by students
Qualifications? None; everyone is welcome to join
Summer activities? None
Covid? Fewer meeting opportunities; could only meet virtually
Extra? Typically completing 4-5 service projects per semester. Project examples include: care packages for the homeless, food drives, school supply drives, and more!
National Honor Society (NHS)
What? A volunteer organization that recognizes exemplary students and serves their community in a variety of ways.
When? All year; 1-2 projects in fall; welcoming new inductees in winter; and new projects and preparations for the next year in spring; meeting times to be determined
Where? Room 302
Fees? None (possibly a t-shirt or hoodie, further information pending)
Time commitments? At least 20 hours per semester on volunteering
Qualifications? Juniors and Seniors only; must have attended CHS for 1 year before applying; GPA above 3.7; volunteer hours (number varies; go with more rather than less); leadership roles
Summer activities? Planning for the next year (but usually only for the officers)
Covid? They couldn’t do some volunteer opportunities, so they had to find other ways
Extra? Students must prepare during 9th and 10th grade; many students aren’t accepted their junior year; they can reapply their senior year
Arts
What? Center’s equivalent of a student council; oversees all other clubs and activities; volunteers at school events
When? All year; 7:30 am before school on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of each month
Where? Virtual on Microsoft Teams (further information pending)
Fees? $20 to cover regional/state membership fees
Time commitment? Large time commitment; about 40 hours per semester outside of school
Qualifications? Remain an active member and a 2.0 unweighted GPA
Summer activities? Leadership camps (further information pending)
Covid? Has been decreased volunteer opportunities in the district
Extra? It's a great way for Freshmen to get involved; it is possible to Letter; it is possible to receive a cord at graduation
