Clubs
Below are some of the clubs offered at STA
Descriptions and Moderators
Art Club
The focus of the Art Club is to promote and foster an enriching art experience in the St. Teresa’s community and as an outreach toward local art communities. In the past we have raised money for elementary level art programs including Academie Lafayette, Mattie Rhodes, The Children’s Place, Operation Breakthrough and Big Brother’s Big Sister’s.The students also designed a school t-shirt, scheduled visiting artists for lectures, and experienced gallery exhibits in the local art community. Participating in the Art Club is an excellent opportunity for creative minds to perpetuate goodwill.
Moderator: Lisa Dibble
Book Club
Are you looking for a fun way to enjoy books and meet new people? Do you have a love of reading? In the Book Club, students select, read and discuss a wide variety of books. We also enjoy fun book related activities. For each meeting we have an in-depth student-led discussion about the selected book, at the end of the meeting members vote on our next selection.
Moderator: Mim Harman
Cinema Club
The Cinema Club is for students who enjoy the art of film, not just going to the movies. The club will be structured much like a book club: We will select a movie each month for members to watch in time to discuss at our next meeting, among other activities. We will work to keep St. Teresa’s movie buffs up-to-date on the best current films and help fill their Netflix queues with quality independent films.
Moderator: Jarrod Roark
Cooking Club
In the Cooking Club our goal is to explore the vast world of culinary arts. Each club meeting members will prepare their portion of an ethnic or regional cuisine chosen for that particular meeting. We will experiment in many different fields of cooking to further our knowledge in the culinary art and acquire an appreciation for international cuisine. If you like to cook and eat, this is the club for you!
Moderator: Samantha Kilgore
Conversación y Cafecito
Are you excited about the Spanish language and the Spanish-speaking world? If so, bienvenida– welcome! Spanish Club is open to anyone interested– you do not need to be currently enrolled in a Spanish class to be a member of Spanish Club, but you do need to have curiosity and interest in speaking Spanish! Together, we will celebrate the Spanish language and its many cultures represented by creating space for authentic conversations in Spanish. There is no level required to be in the club, but the expectation is to stay in the target language during meetings. STA has a wonderful community of students who speak Spanish. Let us create space for practicing this great skill!
Moderator: Ani Haroian
Dance Club
Dance Club is for students who love to dance and enjoy movement in a fun, non-competitive, and social setting. Students will experience a variety of dance forms which may include: Salsa, Swing, West African Dance, Flamenco, Hip-Hop, Irish Dance and more! Professional dance artists/instructors are often invited to teach. Students with expertise in a certain dance style sometimes lead classes. Extensive dance experience is not necessary to join.
Moderator: Andrea Skowronek
Drama Club
The goal of every member of Drama Club is to become a member of the International Thespian Society; an honor society dedicated to the advancement of theatre education. Members of Drama Club are required to take an active role in one production each year, whether through performance or backstage work. Members can also expect to participate in speakers, games, fundraising activities and FUN! Members not involved in the productions will lose their membership.
Moderator: Shana Prentiss
Environmental Club
The environmental club will focus on promoting environmental awareness, sustainability and conservation efforts. The primary goal is to raise awareness and encourage sustainable practices and advocate for positive change and action on our campus and local community. The club will work to support and promote sustainable practices within our STAcommunity such as recycling and compost practices, the apiary, native pollinator garden and energy conservation. The club will continue to support the existing apiary and the native pollinator gardens. The club may collaborate with other clubs, organizations or institutions that share similar goals including the Lakeside Nature Center, and the Green Advisory Board.
This club may meet more than scheduled club dates.
Moderators: Sarah Holmes and Mary Montag
Fashion Club
Fashion Club is a club sponsored by FIDM- Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising- that mentors creative high school students who wish to pursue careers in fashion, or simply wish to explore a new thing. The goal of Fashion Club, directly from the FIDM Fashion Club Codes of Conduct, is to provide guidance for, and to create a community among high school students built on sharing, learning, exploring, and showcasing student’s talent within the fashion, graphics, interior design, marketing, and visual arts disciplines. Participation in Fashion Club is a unique complement to traditional career guidance. This club will incorporate academics, career planning, and community involvement into workshops, activities, and other leadership opportunities. Members of Fashion Club will learn basic skills in sewing and designing, as well as hearing from speakers in professions such as stylists, marketing directors, designers, and fashion show organizers/promoters.
Moderator: Jazzmin Earl
French Club
If you are interested in the French language and the cultures of French-speaking locations (France, Canada, west Africa, and more!)… this club is for you! The French Club is open to everyone – whether you are taking French or simply want to explore French cultures and connect with other French fans at STA. We explore food, music, movies, and more to celebrate everything that French has to offer. Venez toutes!
Moderator: Erin Juergens
Journaling
Have you ever wanted to try bullet journaling? Do you like writing, drawing, or planning? Are you looking for a new way to de-stress? In Journaling Club, we explore different journaling practices each month. This can range from art journaling to bullet journaling, and even to fashion journaling. We also provide time to share your practices with others and create on your own.
Moderator: Kelly Finn
PAW Club
Do you love Smitty, Fido, Lil’Buddy? Would you like to learn about the care and training of your pets? Would you like to help area pet shelters? This club is for you. Students in all grades are welcome.
Moderator: Robert Flynn
Pickleball Club
Pickleball Club is a club where students of all grade levels are able to play pickleball together in a supportive environment. Participants of the club will learn the rules of pickleball, and compete in friendly tournaments within the club. Days that we are unable to play pickleball outside may include playing in the gym, a Christmas party, or learning more about the sport itself. This club helps and includes members of all skill levels, and encourages them as they continue to expand their knowledge and abilities of pickleball!
Moderator: Carl Schmittgens
Photography Club
The Photo Club is an organization created to foster a love of photography among interested students and help them to develop skills in camera proficiency and composition. The club will be limited to 16.
Through informative guest speakers (professionals in the field), short tutorials, and hands-on activities, students will learn the basics of digital photography and on-line editing.
Moderator: Dianne Hirner
Self-Care Club
The Self-Care Club encourages students to engage in activities and habits that promote mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical health. We enjoy fun activities that are positive and focused on taking care of our whole selves to be our best selves! Activities have previously included Just Dance, yoga, gift swaps, and more.
Moderator: Pamela Leibbert
Sensory Club
The purpose of this club is to make sensory materials for exploration. Applications of both Engineering and Chemistry will be explored through the synthesis of the materials. Students will explore the emotional comfort of sensory materials such as texture, surface area, and composition. This is a new Club and the leaders are planning the activities for the year.
Small Business Club
This club formed around an interest in all aspects of owning and running a small business: the motivation, day-to-day operations, challenges, financing, and rewards. We will visit numerous small businesses in our community to learn directly from the source. We will invite owners to visit us and speak on topics related to owning a small business.
Spirit Club
The Spirit Club is a great way to show your Star Spirit. We are a group of 44 of the most spirited and energetic gals on campus. We support and promote our school events, including: games, plays, fine arts, spirit week, extracurriculars etc., boosting school spirit.
Moderators: Isabelle Burnett and Olivia Matlock
S.T.O.P Club
The Social Justice Club was formed to raise awareness of and help individuals both locally and in foreign countries who do not have the same rights and resources that STA students have. Club members will learn about social justice issues through current events and the arts. The club will focus on two or three projects throughout the year, studying women’s rights and coordinating care packages/food drives for local organizations/agencies.
STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Math) –
The STEM Club will focus on Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics as these topics relate to practical applications and potential careers in these fields. Club meetings are hands-on as students learn about the engineering through building structures, investigating a variety of scientific concepts, solving puzzles and problems using math, and exploring new technology. Some STEM Club activities might involve time outside of the scheduled Club meetings. This club is for Juniors/Seniors only.
Moderator: Renee Blake
World Cultures Club
The purpose of the World Cultures Club is to provide students with the opportunity to expand their knowledge of different cultures. WCC explores various aspects of different cultures, from food and popular holiday celebrations to music and dancing. Join us to learn about different countries and cultures. We will have special guests, cooking classes, dance lessons, games, crafts and so much more!
Moderator: Aaron Burns