Clubs and Organizations
| Club/Organization | Club/Organization Sponsor | Meets as a class during the school day | Sponsor's room number | Sponsor's extension | Club/Organization website or sponsor(s) email address (if applicable) | Club/Organization's Twitter handle (@...) or Instagram ID | Brief Description of the club/organization (3-5 sentences max) |
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| Academic Decathlon | Sarah Beaudrie/ Tobi Brooks | Yes | A139 | 3-5222 | sarah.beaudrie@risd.org or tobi.brooks@risd.org | @JJPAcDec | The United States Academic Decathion is a ten-event scholastic compettition for teams of high school students. Students meet as a semester one class with occasional weekend scrimmages and the district competition: students who make the final competition team of 9 travel to regional and state competition during the second semester. |
| AfroLegacy | Sharmeadia Gunter | no | 3-5211 | sharmeadia.gunter@risd.org | We meet several times per week after school to learn and perform cultural dances, to learn more about and practice leadership, and to take part in personal growth activities. | ||
| Anime & Manga Club | Courtney Contreras | no | A138 | 3-35235 | Courtney.Contreras@risd.org | To learn about Japanese culture and entertainment. To promote new found friendships. | |
| Art club | Onaje Beal | No | A205 | 3-5076 | onaje.beal@risd.org or maxine.carrick@risd.org | @jjpearceartclub | We meet every Tuesday from 4:25-5:30. We create art and experiment with all types of art materials. Also participate in art shows and help with art projects around the school. |
| Athletic Training Students | Yes | E108 | 3-5206 | Help with all sports at JJ Pearce. Provide water and first aide to players. | |||
| AV Club | Ashton Sabatino | Yes and after school | A121 | 3-5121 | Ashton.sabatino@risd.org | AV club is a group of students who are interested in creating their own videos and learning cinema/editing/video production/broadcasting AV club is a group of students who are interested in creating their own videos and learning cinema/editing/video production/broadcasting techniques outside of school/assignment’s. Right now they are working on their own horror movie. techniques outside of school/assignment’s. | |
| AVID Club | Alex Gandy | Yes | A236 | 3-5185 | agandy@g.risd.org | AVID Club seeks to build a community of AVID and non-AVID students who share a common goal of attending a 4-year college after high school. | |
| Band | Dimitrios Icossipentarhos | yes | Band Hall | 3-5124 | www.pearceband.org | @jjpmmb | The Pearce Band is a program with a long-standing tradition of excellence since 1967. The band program is comprised of the marching band, four concert ensembles, and the color guard. Students traditionally begin their instrumental instruction in either 6th or 7th grade and continue at the high school level. For more information, please reach out using the contact information found on our website. |
| Best Buddies | Haley Utz & Mary Nagle-Perkins | NO | A107 | @pearcebestbuddies | Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). At the high school level, our focus will be one-to-one friendships outside of school that foster growth and community for both the Peer Buddy and the Buddy. | ||
| Beta Club | no | A216 | 3-5197 | The purpose of this organization shall be the promotion of scholarship, leadership, and good citizenship. This organization also promotes ideals of honesty, service, morality, and ethical conduct. The Beta Club rewards meritorious achievement and encourages and assists students in continuing their education after high school. | |||
| Book Club | Shannon Leber | no | D122 | 3-5133 | shannon.leber@risd.otrg | Instagram: @jjpbookclub | We meet once a month after school to discuss a book of students' choice. Current president is Addie O'Neal (11th) |
| Boys Soccer | Sean Dowlatshahi | Yes | Field | 35040 | https://sites.google.com/site/pearcesoccer/ | @jjpsoccer | Boys soccer program strives to develop players to compete at a high level, improve their self-esteem, build character, and help students embrace the value of sportsmanship. in their lives. |
| Card Playing Club | Jon Volberding | No | D121 | 35139 | Students can come and play any types of card games in a fun, safe environment. | ||
| Choir | Grace Gill | Yes | F118 | 35024 | www.pearcechoir.com | @pearcechoir | Fine Arts organization. |
| CJA Women's Rights | No | C205 | 3-5244 | Talk about wamens rights and how we can help each other. | |||
| Cross Country | Lindsay Ledford | yes | MAC Downstairs Office or A132 | 3-5107 | pearcexc.weebly.com | @JJPearceXC | Cross country is a fall sport and we compete in a 5K each week. The last meet is our district meet on October 9th. We meet every morning before school. |
| DECA | Katie Koshkin & Paul Simmons | yes | C123 | 35126 | katie.koshkin@risd.org paul.simmons@risd.org | @PEARCEDECA Twitter and @jjpdeca on instagram | Marketing Organization that takes field trips and/or competes in Marketing Related Events. DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the world. |
| Equity Ambassadors | Sharmeadia Gunter | yes | The Commons downstairs | 3-5211 | sharmeadia.gunter@risd.org | We meet as a group to plan and organize the different cultural celebrations that take place on our campus. | |
| FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes) | Tara Grubbs, Justin Roland, Jake Bryan, Jennifer Nance | No | C204/B106 | 3-5206 | tara.grubbs@risd.org | @jjpfca on Instagram | We meet every other Wednesday morning (looking to possibly change this) and talk about different things regarding our faith. Sometimes it may be a scripture study, sometimes guest speakers. |
| Fishing Club | No | D206 | 35065 | The fishing club brings students together to enjoy the joys of fishing. | |||
| Folklorico | Madison Coleman-Paul | Yes | E107 | Madison.Coleman-Pau@risd.org | Instagram Handle: @jjpfolklorico | PHS Folklorico performs traditional dances of Latin America. Our Mission is to promote cultural education and bring joy to our audiences through the beauty of Folklorico. | |
| Freshmen Cheer | Olivia Sweeden | yes | D113 | olivia.sweeden@risd.org | @jjpearcecheer | Support Pearce sports and promote school spirit. Tryouts are in March. | |
| Gaming Club | |||||||
| Golf | Steven Buchanan | yes | A123 | N/A | steven.buchanan@risd.org | @JJPearceGolf | |
| GSA | Rory Boothe and Shannon Leber | NO | B213 | TBA | rory.booth@risd.org shannon.leber@risd.org | @jjpgsa | A place for LGBTQ+ students and allies to meet and discuss current events, school events and to have fun and feel safe. |
| High School Democrats of America | Yes | C207 | 3-5122 | Spread awareness in politics and democracy | |||
| High-Teen | No | We meet after school to learn and perform K-Pop dances. | |||||
| HOSA | Roger Mora | NO | C202 | 35245 | roger.mora@risd.org | @PearceHSHS | HOSA is an international student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. |
| Jewish Student Union (JSU) | Deanna Koenigsberg | A128 | 3-5115 | jsu.org | |||
| JROTC | LTC Norman Morton and SFC Billy Patterson | Yes | Morton A122 Patterson A124 | 3-5177/5176 | norman.morton@risd.org billy.patterson@risd.org | @JJPJROTC | To motivate young people to be better citizens. The J.J. Pearce JROTC program is based on Student Leadership and strives to teach the values of Citizenship and Character to high school students. |
| JV Cheer | Sarah Poindexter | Yes | D205 | 35104 | sarah.poindexter@risd.org | @jjpearce_cheer | Support Pearce sports and promote school spirit. Performs at half time at JV football games. Tryouts are in March. |
| Knot Just Knit (Knitting and Crochet Club) | Alyx Tolleson | No - Mondays after school | A101 | 35149 | alyx.tolleson@risd.org | @jjp_knotjustknit | Pearce knitting and crochet club is a place for beginning and seasoned crafters. If you enjoy being creative or just like to make warm and fuzzy objects, come & join us. |
| Latin Club | NO | D106 | 35050 | Latin Club prepares those wanting to participate in the JCL. | |||
| Mock Trial Team | Students will understand the jurisprudence system in United States by participating in a competitive mock trial competition. | ||||||
| Mu Alpha Theta | Jordan Cappetta | no | D221 | 3-5019 | jordan.cappetta@risd.org | Math Club is open to any Pearce student interested in math and willing to help tutor other students. Dues are $20 (cash only) In order to be in Mu Alpha Theta (a nationally recognized math honor society), students must be a member of math club, be enrolled in a math class (Algebra II or higher), have an overall gpa of 85 or higher, have an overall math average of 90 or higher (all semester math grades, including Pre-AP and AP points, must average to 90 or above), and volunteer to help tutor other students in math 12 times a year during Advisory at Pearce. | |
| Mustang Stampede | Sommer Johnson | yes | Aux gym | Sommer.johnson@risd.org | Instagram: @mustang_stampede Facebook: @pearcestampede | Co-ed Country & Western Dance Team. We perform throughout the school year at: pep rallies, carnivals, music festivals, basketball games, and more. We offer a one semester freshmen "Stampede Prep" class for sophomores and juniors. It can only be taken once. Tryouts are for sophomores and juniors only. Tryouts take place in the spring. | |
| National Honor Society | Deanna Koenigsberg | no | A128 | 3-5115 | deanna.koenigsberg@risd.org | ||
| North Texas Food Bank Club Charter | Lindsey Lundquist | A205 | |||||
| Notoriety | Onaje Beal | Yes (advisory when the schedule permits) | A205 | Notoriety is PHS' majorette dance team. The group is composes of 9-12th graders interested in hip-hop and majorette dance. Both male and female participants are welcomed to join. | |||
| Orchestra | Melissa Livings | yes | Orchestra Room | 3-5075 | www.jjpearceorchestra.com | Twitter: @PearceOrchestra. Instagram: @jjporchestra | Fine Arts group; prior experience or approval needed to join |
| Pacesetters | Katie Hightower | yes | E107 | 35022 | www.pearcepacesetters.com | @PearcePsetts | The Pacesetter Drill Team is the official Dance and Drill Team of JJ Pearce High School. Team members are in 10-12 grade; tryouts are held each December. New members serve as “Pacesetter Rookies” during the Spring Semester before officially joining the team for the following school year. The Pacesetters perform at all Varsity football games, pep rallies, additional JJPHS athletic events, host an annual Holiday Bazaar, Dance Workshop for future Pacesetters, and participate in many local dance competitions. In April, the Pacesetters put on a spectacular Spring Show, Pacesetter Revue, which highlights their many talents as well as those of other students/performance groups of JJPHS. |
| Pearce Robotics Team | Mike Roha (Teacher), Stuart Rampy (Lead Mentor) | no | C133 | 3-5112 | www.pearcerobotics.com | @PearceRobotics | The J.J. Pearce High School Robotics Club was founded in 1996. Last spring we competed in the First Dallas regional and made it to the finals. This enabled us to compete in the International Competition in Houston (State) last spring. |
| Peer Helpers | Mandy Braddy | yes | A135 | 3-5027 | Amanda.Braddy@risd.org | Here to support peers struggling with stress or other issues; mentoring elementary students for the same issues in the spring. | |
| Philosophy Club | Meet and discuss important philosophical issues as they relate to high school students. | ||||||
| Rock Climbing Club | Che Cheung | No | Fridays 5:30 Summit Plano | 3-5112 | Che.cheung@risd.org | Rock Climbing | |
| Sandwich Club | no | We make sandwiches and deliver them to the Austin Street Shelter twice a month | |||||
| Science National Honors Society | Students of the Pearce chapter of the Science National Honor Society will tutor other students that are in need of assistance in their classes. Students that are members of the Pearce chapter of the Science National Honor Society will also work as a collective unit to derive instructional tools (websites, interactive models, animations, etc.) in order to help other students achieve success in their science classes. | ||||||
| Softball | Kacie Visina | yes | SBFLD | kacie.visina@risd.org | @JJP_Softball | Spring sport | |
| SOS Lifeguards | Alex Gandy, Brendan Kelley, Anna Saleh, Cara Ham, Yannin Dominguez | yes | A236 | 5185 | agandy@g.risd.org | @jjp_sos | Senior mentorship program for all freshmen. Students are invited to apply through teacher recommendations during the spring of their 11th grade year. |
| Spanish Club | Adriana Willis | yes | D214 | 5030 | adriana.willis@risd.org | REMIND @a8eff43 | Promote the use of the Spanish language and appreciation for the culture. The Club will attend sports and cultural events to enhance contact with the community. |
| Spirit Stangs | Haley Utz | Yes | A107 | 3-5117 | haley.utz@risd.org | @JJPStangs-Instagram | The Spirit Stangs are an inclusive cheer team. We value kindness, inclusion, and belonging. The team will cheer at sports and cultural events. |
| Step Team (Alpha Mu Theta) | no | D127 | 3-5041 | Step/Hip Hop Team | |||
| Student Government | Elizabeth Frith | yes | D103 | 3-5010 | @JJPStudentGov | Student-run organization that strives to be a voice for the school, participate in community service, and boosts school spirit through a variety of activities. | |
| Swim Team | Ewing/Broad | yes | Pool | pearceswimteam.org | @jjpswimming | A competitive, hardworking, dedicated group of athletes who strive to outwork our competitors on a daily basis. | |
| Tabletop Gaming Club | Community that plays various tabletop games including popular trading card games and board games and Dungeons and Dragons. | ||||||
| TAFE ( Texas Association of Future Educators) | Caitlin Zancana | yes | C234 | 3-5194 | N/A | TAFE encourages students to learn about careers in education and assists them in exploring the teaching profession while promoting character, service, and leadership skills necessary for becoming effective educators. | |
| Tennis | Sammi Hogan & Tara Grubbs | Yess | Tennis Courts | Sammi.Gunter@risd.org Tara.Grubbs@risd.org | The Pearce Tennis Team is a Competitive 6A Tennis Team. Tryouts occur in the Spring for the upcoming school year and a team is selected to compete at the varsity and J.V. level. | ||
| The Heat | Yannin Dominguez Morales and Isabel Martinez | no | D102-D103 | N/A | Latin Hip Hop | ||
| The K-Crew | Onaje Beal & Isabel Martinez | The purpose of this organization is to learn and perform K-pop dances, while the group learns to work as a team. | |||||
| Thespian Society | Biddle | Yes | A208a | 5136 | pearcetheatre.org | @pearcetheatre | Theatre events and fun! |
| TOPS | To reach and connect as many students as possible to their social and academic potential; to provide and teach effective supporting behaviors for their peers; to cross multicultural barriers through learning and experience; and to model positive life choices for conflict management and goal-setting. | ||||||
| Track & Field | Lindsay Ledford | yes | MAC Downstairs Office or A132 | 3-5107 | pearcetrack.weekly.com | @JJPearceTrack | Track is a spring sport. Please look for information this fall for a meeting. There are multiple events to compete in. We meet every morning in the spring. Please join the track first period class (spring only). |
| Varsity Cheer | Kallie Furgeson | yes | B105 | 3-5037 | kallie.furgeson@risd.org | @jjpearcecheer | Support Pearce sports and promote school spirit. Tryouts are in March. |
| Volleyball | Jennifer Nance | yes | Main Gym | https://pearceathletics.membershiptoolkit.com/volleyball | @JJPVB | ||
| Wranglers | Kevin Starnes / Heather Biddle | NO | A-135 | 35125 | Sideline Spirit group for multiple Athletic events during the year. | ||
| Yearbook (The Mustang) | Jennifer Nance/Alyx Tolleson | yes | C207 | @jjphsyearbook | Pearce's award-winning yearbook | ||
| Girls Basketball | LaTisha Hearne | yes | Legacy/Big | @JJPGirlsBball | |||
| Football | Jarrett Lambert | Yes | MAC | 3-5100 | @JJPMustangFB |
