{"id":4478,"date":"2022-06-13T14:48:50","date_gmt":"2022-06-13T19:48:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wschools.risd.org\/PearceHS\/?page_id=4478"},"modified":"2025-01-06T13:37:10","modified_gmt":"2025-01-06T19:37:10","slug":"clubs-and-organizations","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/schools.risd.org\/PearceHS\/clubs-and-organizations\/","title":{"rendered":"Clubs and Organizations"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Below is the current list of clubs and organizations at PHS, sponsor\/teacher name and short description with how to join.\u00a0 Contact info for Pearce Staff can be found <\/b>HERE<\/b><\/a>. Pearce Head Coaches contact info is <\/b>HERE<\/b><\/a>.\u00a0<\/b><\/p>

A<\/b><\/p>

Academic Decathlon<\/span><\/p>

Sarah Beaudrie D122 & Tobi Brooks D208<\/span><\/p><\/td>

US Academic Decathlon is a ten-even scholastic competition for teams of high school students.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Students are in the class with occasional weekend scrimmage and district competition. Final competition team travels to regional and state competition.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Any student can join the class in the fall. Talk to Mrs. Beaudrie or Ms. Brooks if interested.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

AfroLegacy<\/span><\/p>

Sharmeadia Gunter<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Gunter if interested. You can join anytime during the year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Anime & Manga Club<\/span><\/p>

Courtney Contreras<\/span><\/p>

A138<\/span><\/p><\/td>

To learn about Japanese culture and entertainment. To promote new found friendships.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Contreras if interested. You can join anytime during the year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Art Club<\/span><\/p>

Onaje Beal & Maxine Carrick<\/span><\/p>

A103, A102<\/span><\/p><\/td>

We create art and experiment with all types of art materials. Also participate in art shows and help with art projects around the school.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Beal or Ms. Carrick if interested. You can join anytime during the year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Athletic Training <\/span>(Sports Medicine)<\/span><\/p>

Kaylee Rose\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Training Room in MAC<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Help with all sports at JJ Pearce. Provide water and first aide to players. Must be available to start August 1st (when football two a days begin).<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Rose for info and application. Athletic Training is a call during the school day with time commitment both before and after school.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Athletic Sports (UIL)<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Documents needed to tryout: <\/span>Rank One<\/span><\/a> and <\/span>UIL Physical Form<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

List of Sports\/Coaches contact and tryouts.<\/span><\/a><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

AVID Club<\/span><\/p>

Alex Gandy<\/span><\/p>

A236<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

AVID is a class period during the school day.\u00a0 A student can join when registering for their classes.\u00a0 You can talk to any of the AVID teachers for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

B<\/b><\/p>

Band<\/span><\/p>

Dimitrios Icossipentarhos<\/span><\/p>

F113<\/span><\/p><\/td>

The Mighty Mustang Band 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. This is a full-year course with outside of school commitments during both the fall and spring semesters.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Information and contact info <\/span>http:\/\/www.pearceband.org<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Students audition at the end of the previous school year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Baseball<\/span><\/p>

Justin Roland<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add baseball for schedule when choosing classes.\u00a0 Tryout in August for Fall off-season team & January for spring team.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Basketball (Boys)<\/span><\/p>

Marc Johnson<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add basketball to schedule, contact the coach for approval to join class if school has already started.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Basketball (Girls)<\/span><\/p>

LaTisha Hearne<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add basketball to schedule, contact the coach for approval to join class if school has already started.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Best Buddies<\/span><\/p>

Haley Utz A107 & Mary Nagle-Perkins D223<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Informational Meeting at the beginning of the year. Look for an announcement and attend. You can also talk to Mrs. Utz or Mrs. Nagle-Perkins<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Book Club<\/span><\/p>

Shannon Leber\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

A231<\/span><\/p><\/td>

We meet once a month after school to discuss a book of students’ choice. Current president is Addie O’Neal.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Leber for more info. You can join anytime during the school year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Book Club (Silent)<\/span><\/p>

Ashleigh Osborne<\/span><\/p>

Library<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Ms. Osborne posts events in schoology and students can attend.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Look for event posts in Schoology. You can join anytime.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Bowling\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

James Kern<\/span><\/p>

C211<\/span><\/p><\/td>

We will schedule meetings and activities for those who share a love of bowling.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Mr. Kern for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

C<\/b><\/p>

Cheer\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Varsity:Kallie Furgeson\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

JV :Sarah Poindexter<\/span><\/p>

Freshman:Olivia Sweeden<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Support Pearce sports and promote school spirit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Instagram @jjpearce_cheer<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Tryouts are in March for the next school year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Choir<\/span><\/p>

Grace Gill & Matthew Wortham-Merritt<\/span><\/p>

F118<\/span><\/p><\/td>

The program consists of 4 ensembles including: Acappella Choir, Tenor Bass Choir, Bella Voce, and our Forte Pop Ensemble. Students involved with Pearce Choir are very active in other organizations as we take pride in the diversity of our students interests and campus involvements outside the choir room.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Pick choir as a class on your schedule. More info <\/span>http:\/\/www.pearcechoir.com<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Color Guard\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Ellen Chmura<\/span><\/p>

F113<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Information and contact info <\/span>http:\/\/www.pearceband.org<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students should add Color Guard to their classes when choosing their schedule.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Cross Country (Boys & Girls)<\/span><\/p>

Lindsey Ledford & Michael Rivera<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Students can add Cross Country to their schedule when choosing for next school year. If the year is in progress, they need to contact the coach for approval.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

D<\/b><\/p>

DECA<\/span><\/p>

Katie Koshkin C123 & Paul Simmons C125<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Marketing Organization that takes field trips and\/or competes in Marketing Related Events.\u00a0 DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the world.<\/span><\/p>

Follow Instagram for info @jjpdeca\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

There is a membership drive at the beginning of the year to join. It is $30.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

E<\/b><\/p>

Equity Ambassadors<\/span><\/p>

Sharmeadia Gunter<\/span><\/p><\/td>

We meet as a group to plan and organize the different cultural celebrations that take place on our campus.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Go talk to Ms. Gunter for info. You can join anytime during the school year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

F<\/b><\/p>

FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)<\/span><\/p>

Tara Grubbs, Justin Roland, Jake Bryan & Jennifer Nance<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Contact any of the sponsors for info. Follow @jjpfca on Instagram.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Film & Literature Society<\/span><\/p>

Rory Boothe<\/span><\/p>

B213<\/span><\/p><\/td>

The group encourages the exploration of films based on books<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Go talk to Mr. Boothe for more info.\u00a0 You can join anytime during the year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Folklorico<\/span><\/p>

Madison Coleman-Paul<\/span><\/p>

E107<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students sign up for Folklorico and it\u2019s a class on their schedule.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Football<\/span><\/p>

Jarrett Lambert<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add football to the schedule for next school year.\u00a0 Contact Coach Lambert for more info and approval if school year is school has already started.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

G<\/b><\/p>

Golf (Boys & Girls)<\/span><\/p>

Steven Buchanan<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Golf tryouts are in August. Contact coach for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

GSA\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Rory Boothe B213 & Shannon Leber A231<\/span><\/p><\/td>

A place for LGBTQ+ students and allies to meet and discuss current events, school events and to have fun and feel safe.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students can join anytime by attending a meeting. $15 dues are optional but encouraged. Talk to Mr. Boothe or Ms. Leber for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

H<\/b><\/p>

HOSA (Future Health Professionals)<\/span><\/p>

Roger Mora\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

C202<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Go talk to Mr. Mora for more info.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

J<\/b><\/p>

Jewish Student Union (JSU)<\/span><\/p>

Deanna Koenigsberg<\/span><\/p>

A126<\/span><\/p><\/td>

JSU’s mission is to create a welcoming and vibrant Jewish community for teens to learn and connect with each other, explore Jewish culture and history, and discover opportunities for deeper engagement.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students can attend meetings who are willing to learn about Jewish culture and history. Meetings are Tuesdays after school in the library. Talk to Ms. Koenigsberg for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

JROTC<\/span><\/p>

LTC Norman Morton & SFC Billy Patterson<\/span><\/p>

A122 and A124<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Go talk to the ROTC instructors for more info. Students can select JROTC1 when picking classes for next school year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

K<\/b><\/p>

Knot Just Knitting (Knitting & Crochet Club)<\/span><\/p>

Alyx Tolleson\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

A101<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

We meet on Mondays after school and anyone is welcome.\u00a0 You can join anytime during the school year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

M<\/b><\/p>

Mu Alpha Theta\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Jordan Cappetta<\/span><\/p>

D221<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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 6 times a year during Advisory at Pearce.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to your math teacher.\u00a0 Students will also join the schoology course in semester two.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Mustang Stampede<\/span><\/p>

Sommer Johnson<\/span><\/p>

Class meets in Aux Gym<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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 sophomore “Stampede Prep” class (fall semester). It can only be taken once. Tryouts are for sophomores and juniors only. Tryouts take place in the spring.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Tryouts in Spring each year. Prep class can be taken in fall of 10th grade year.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

N<\/b><\/p>

National Honor Society<\/span><\/p>

Deanna Koenigsberg<\/span><\/p>

A126<\/span><\/p><\/td>

The JJ Pearce Chapter of National Honor Society strives to give practical meaning to the Society\u2019s standards of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. These four ideals are considered as the basis for student selections. No student is inducted simply because of a high academic average. The National Honor Society strives to recognize the total student\u2014one who excels in all of these areas.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

10th , 11th, and 12th Grade students are invited to apply during the 1st semester of school. Students must have an overall GPA of 90%. Students must also have at least 5 service hours entered.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Newspaper (Student Pony Express)<\/span><\/p>

Valerie Morton<\/span><\/p>

C217<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students are in Newspaper class and create our Student Pony Express.\u00a0 Students need approval to join Newspaper unless they\u2019ve already taken journalism.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Morton for more info and how to join.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

North Texas Food Bank Club Charter<\/span><\/p>

Lindsey Lundquist<\/span><\/p>

A205<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Go talk to Ms. Lundquist for more info.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

O<\/b><\/p>

Orchestra<\/span><\/p>

Melissa Livings<\/span><\/p>

F127<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Fine Arts group; prior experience or approval needed to join<\/span><\/p>

Instagram @jjporchestra\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Website <\/span>www.jjpearceorchestra.com<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students will need to enroll in the applicable Orchestra class. Private lessons may be required if the student is new to the instrument. Reach out to orchestra teacher for more info if new to Pearce or not currently in orchestra class at current school.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

P<\/b><\/p>

P-Tech School of Business<\/span><\/p>

Paul Simmons<\/span><\/p>

C125<\/span><\/p><\/td>

A Business School which gives students opportunities to work with industry partners like, Ebby Halliday (Real Estate), Firehouse Agency (Advertising), and others. Gives allows students to grow as a team and develop needed leadership skills to lead or create a business.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students need to apply before 11th Grade. Students can apply by speaking with Paul Simmons in C125.<\/span><\/p>

Incoming 9th graders can sign up for PTECH Business class.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Pacesetters (Drill Team)<\/span><\/p>

Katie Hightower & Madison Coleman-Paul<\/span><\/p>

E107<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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 \u201cPacesetter Rookies\u201d 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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students can take the Drill Team Prep class in preparation for December tryouts in 9th grade or a new to Pearce student in 10th-11th grade.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

PALS (Peer Helpers & Peer Mediators)<\/span><\/p>

Mandy Braddy D206<\/span><\/p>

& Lindsey Lundquist A205<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Here to support peers struggling with stress or other issues; mentoring elementary students for the same issues in the spring.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

We have an informational meeting in January, followed by an application and interview process. Those accepted attend a district training in late spring. This is a class on their schedule.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

R<\/b><\/p>

Robotics (Pearce Robotics Team)<\/span><\/p>

Mike Roha\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

C133<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

www.pearcerobotics.com<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Go see Mr. Roha for more information.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

S<\/b><\/p>

Soccer (Boys)<\/span><\/p>

Sean Dowlatshahi<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Contact Coach Dowlatshaihi for more info. There is an interest form to complete also.\u00a0 Tryouts are right after Thanksgiving.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Soccer (Girls)<\/span><\/p>

Oscar Borgarello<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add girls soccer to the schedule for next school year.\u00a0 Contact Coach Borgarello or Coach Yancey for info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Softball\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Kacie Visina\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add softball on schedule.\u00a0 Contact coach for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

SOS Lifeguards<\/span><\/p>

Alex Gandy<\/span><\/p>

A236<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Senior mentorship program for all freshmen called Starting Out Strong. Students are invited to apply through teacher recommendations during the spring of their 11th grade year.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students will be sent a letter to apply in the spring of junior year. There is an application and interview process that follows and training over the summer for those selected.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Spanish Club<\/span><\/p>

Adriana Willis\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

D214<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Go talk to Ms. Willis for more info.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Spirit Stangs<\/span><\/p>

Haley Utz<\/span><\/p>

A107<\/span><\/p><\/td>

The Spirit Stangs are an inclusive cheer team. We value kindness, inclusion, and belonging. The team will cheer at sports and cultural events.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Info meeting in late spring for next year. Reach out to Ms. Utz for info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Student Government<\/span><\/p>

Elizabeth Frith<\/span><\/p>

D103<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Application & interview process in the spring semester. Information will be available on class level Schoology.\u00a0 This is a class on their schedule if they are accepted into the program.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Swimming & Dive (Boys & Girls)<\/span><\/p>

Eric Ewing & Emily Broad<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add swimming to schedule for next school year. Contact Coach Ewing & Coach Broad for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

T<\/b><\/p>

Tabletop Gaming Club<\/span><\/p>

Layton Funk\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

A224<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Community that plays various tabletop games including popular trading card games and board games and Dungeons and Dragons.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Mr. Funk or email him for more info.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators)<\/span><\/p>

Caitlin Zancana<\/span><\/p>

C234<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Become a member of the Education & Training Pathway ; choose an education class on your schedule<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Tennis (Boys & Girls)<\/span><\/p>

Sammi Hogan & Tara Grubbs<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Contact Coach Hogan for info. Tryouts in late spring for next school year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

The Heat<\/span><\/p>

Yannin Dominguez & Isabel Martinez<\/span><\/p>

B207 & B208<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Latin Hip Hop<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Talk to Ms. Dominguez or Ms. Martinez for more info and how to join the program.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Thespian Society<\/span><\/p>

Heather Biddle<\/span><\/p>

Black Box\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

National Theatre Organization – you earn points based on participation in theatre events. See Ms. Biddle for info.<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Choose a theatre class on your schedule. Talk to Ms. Biddle for more info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Track & Field\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Casey Selfridge<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Talk to Coach Selfridge for more info. Track starts in semester 2.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

V<\/b><\/p>

Volleyball\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Jennifer Nance<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Tryouts begin in early August. Contact Coach Nance for info.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

W<\/b><\/p>

Wranglers\u00a0<\/span><\/p>

Kevin Starnes & Heather Biddle<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Sideline Spirit group for multiple Athletic events during the year.\u00a0 They run the flags at football games and do skits during pep rallies.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Tryouts occur in the Spring; An announcement will be made in advance.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr>

Wrestling (<\/span>Boys & Girls<\/span>)<\/span><\/p>

Robert Evans\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

\u00a0<\/td>

Add to schedule for next year. Contact Coach Evans for info.<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

Y<\/b><\/p>

Yearbook (The Mustang)<\/span><\/p>

Jennifer Nance C207<\/span><\/p>

& Alyx Tolleson A101<\/span><\/p><\/td>

Students create the award-winning yearbook.\u00a0 This is a class on their schedule.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><\/td>

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