It’s the beginning of the year, which means it’s the perfect time to join a club. By joining a club, you have the opportunity to make friends and gain lifetime memories as well as explore a passion of yours or discover a new one. While some clubs have started already, a lot still haven’t had their first meeting. Below is an alphabetized list of every club, fine arts class, and sports team on campus for you to explore which groups you may want to join.
Clubs
AFJROTC
AFJROTC is a citizenship training program that is designed to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill personal responsibility, character, and self-discipline. The program achieves this through classroom education in air and space fundamentals and hands-on learning opportunities in a number of fun and challenging co-curricular activities to include color guard, orienteering, robotics, drones and academic competitions.
Who to talk to: Sgt. Warren or Col. Deal
When they meet: Class period & Tuesdays and Thursdays at 4:15pm in rooms 134 and 135
Requirements to join: Talk to an instructor
Anime Club
Participate in watching different types of Anime and discussing it with other people in the club.
Who to talk to: Ms. Russell
When they meet: Thursdays from 4:15-5:15pm in room 208
Requirements to join: Be interested in Anime
Art Club
Create art that couldn’t be created in regular art class and participate and volunteer in elementary school art fairs.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Foutch
Next meeting: September 6 at 4:15pm in room 130
Requirements to join: $25 dues for art supplies
ASL Club
Socialize, make memories, have snacks, and get the opportunity to work on your ASL skills.
Who to talk to: Coach Sharp
When they meet: September 27 in room 239 at 8:00-8:50am
Breakfast Club
A club dedicated to making breakfast, having fun, and all things breakfast food.
Who to talk to: Ms. Higby
When they meet: The second Tuesday of every month from 7:30am-8:30am
Requirements to join: $10 joining fee
Chess Club
Play chess while getting to meet new people and making friends.
Who to talk to: Mr Hare
When they meet: Wednesdays from 4:15-5pm in the library
Creative Writing
Write different genres of stories and produce the Literary Magazine.
Who to talk to: Ms. Jessup
When they meet: A3
Requirements to join: See Ms. Jessup
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Take part in playing cards and board games.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Russell
When they meet: Thursday at 4:15-5:30pm in room 108
eSports
An eSports competition team that competes for prizes and scholarships.
Who to talk to: Mr. Alford
First meeting: Tuesday, Sept. 5 during your lunch
Requirements to join: Fill out THIS form
Ethnocultural Appreciation Club
Inform the student body of different ethnic groups, make posters, and hold discussions about what is happening in the world.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Alexander
When they meet: Every other Tuesday from 4:15-5:00pm in room 113
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
A fellowship of Christians in our school community. Being an athlete is not required.
Who to talk to: Ms. Blagg
When they meet: Every Friday at 8:00am in the Renaissance Hall
French Club
Talk and learn more about French culture and enjoy French food.
Who to talk to: Mr. Kittle & Ms. Torbert
When they meet: Once a month at 4:15pm in room 230
Requirements to join: $5 joining fee
French Honor Society
Participate in a community service activity once a semester. Promote French in school and the community.
Who to talk to: Mr. Kittle & Ms. Torbert
When they meet: Once a month at 4:15pm in room 230
Requirements to join: Be currently enrolled in French, have all A’s in French, and take at least 3 semesters of French. Invite only.
Future Farmers of America
Compete in stock shows and leadership competitions.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Harbor & Mr. Vann
When they meet: Third Monday of every month at 6:30pm in room 147
Requirements to join: You must be enrolled in an Agriculture Course to join FFA
Gender Sexuality Alliance
Discuss current gender issues in a safe environment.
Who to talk to: Mr. Miller
When they meet: TBD in room 203
German Club
Join if you’re interested in the German language or German cultures.
Who to talk to: Herr Kline
When they meet: Wednesdays at 4:15pm in room 261
German Honor Society (Delta Epsilon Phi)
A group to celebrate student achievement in German and academics.
Who to talk to: Herr Kline
When they meet: TBD In room 261
Requirements to join: Have straight A’s in German and be a hard worker.
Green Team
Participate in community clean ups associated with Keep Denton Beautiful.
Who to talk to: Ms. McDaniel
When they meet: Every other Tuesday at 8:15am in room 255
Honor Guard
A spirit group that supports Raider teams on the sidelines by cheering, running flags, and making a lot of noise.
Who to talk to: Mr. Carr
When they meet: Once a week in room 259, time and day subject to change
Requirements to join: New member dues are $103 with an additional $100 optional meal plan
HOSA
HOSA is a student rad organization that hopes to bring future healthcare professionals together and offers multiple opportunities for competitive events, jobs, and apprenticeships all throughout the country,
Who to talk to: Mrs. Brownlee
When they meet: In room 245
Requirements to join: $55 joining fee
Junior World Affairs Council
Discuss cultural hot topics, events, and the United Nations.
Who to talk to: Ms. Ledwon
When they meet: Every other Wednesday in room 213
Requirements to join: Be interested in world affairs
Key Club
Key Club is an international, student-led organization that provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership. They volunteer all around our community.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Acevedo
When they meet: First Wednesday of each month in room 238
Latin Club
The Latin club explores the history and culture of ancient Rome. They also participate in National Junior Classical League (NJCL) with regional, state, and national competitions.
Who to talk to: Mr. Guernica
When they meet: Once a week, Tuesday or Wednesday. Before and after school (B days)
Requirements to join: At least one year of Latin or other classical language
LULAC
Designed to develop young people into impactful community leaders through positive educational experiences, social events, and civic activities.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Acevedo
When they meet: Third Wednesday of each month in room 238.
Mu Alpha Theta
Talk about math and compete in competitions.
Who to talk to: Mr. Kiraly
When they meet: First Monday of each month at 4:15pm
Requirements to join: Finished Algebra II. Have a 3.0 GPA or higher in all math courses
Mujeres Con Suenos
Our mission is to inspire and guide Latinas to achieve their full academic potential by providing a supportive network of mentorship, scholarship opportunities, and community engagement.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Acevedo
When they meet: Second Wednesday of each month in room 238
National Art Honor Society
Participate in community service and compete in art competitions to win scholarships.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Shue
When they meet: Wednesdays at 4:15 in room 130
Requirements to join: Must have completed at least one semester of art or been a member of NJAHS in middle school
National English Honor Society
Organize community events and book drives and talk about books and writings.
Who to talk to: Ms. Harrod
When they meet: First Wednesday of every month in room 270
Requirements to join: Completed one year of English at RHS. 3.0 overall GPA and 3.5 English GPA.
National Honor Society
An academic honor society that focuses on the four pillars of scholarship, leadership, service, and character and also participates in local community service.
Who to talk to: Mr. Crossland
When they meet: First Tuesday of each month in room 208 (Before school at 8:15am and after school at 4:15pm, your choice of meeting time!)
Requirements to join: Inducted/be a current NHS member.
National Spanish Honor Society
An academic honor society focused on the Spanish language that helps unite the community by doing community service.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Durbin
When they meet: Second Wednesday of every month at 4:15pm in room 247
Requirements to join: Be a Spanish 3,4, or 5 student with 3.5 GPA
PALS
Complete service hours to help ensure pals are prepared and after school activity help.
Who to talk to: Ms. Blagg
When they meet: B3 class period
Raider Media
Student news organization, The Legend yearbook staff, Broadcasting.
Who to talk to: Miss Schreiner
When they meet: A3 – Advanced News, B3 – Yearbook, 5th – Broadcast
Requirements to join: Applications open after spring break
Renaissance
Help with the Renaissance program and prepare things for validation.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Gilholm & Mrs. Nornholm
When they Meet: A3 in room 161
Requirements to join: Passing all classes, no behavioral issues, participate in Renaissance validation, application.
Spanish Club
Promote awareness, appreciation, and understanding of the people and diverse cultural productions of the Spanish-speaking world.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Acevedo
When they meet: Fourth Wednesday of the month in room 238
Student Council
Help plan and participate in school events and community service projects.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Bossenbroek
When they meet: A3, B3, and meetings once a month in the library
Requirements to join: Pick up an application, get teacher recommendations, and complete an interview.
Teach Denton
A club dedicated to teaching and helping students become teachers in the future.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Lahart & Mrs. Durbin
When they meet: Third Tuesday of every month at 4:15pm in room 136
Requirements to join: Have an interest in becoming a teacher one day.
Thespian Club
An honor program for theater that helps with community service and prepares students for auditions.
Who to talk to: Mrs. Abney & Mr. Thompson
When they meet: Next meeting on September 12th at 4:15pm in the little theater
Requirements to join: Meetings are open to all RHS students. To be initiated into the Thespian Troupe by accumulating points from theater involvement.
Texas Future Music Educators Association
An organization for people interested in pursuing music education in college. Participate in meetings and attend TMEA Convention in San Antonio in February.
Who to talk to: Mx. Kats
When they meet: TBD in the choir room.
Requirements to join: Membership dues, ask for more information.
Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE)
UIL based competitive teacher competitions.
Who to talk to: Ms. Blagg
When they meet: Third Tuesday of the month at 4:15 pm during Teach Denton meetings in room 136
Requirements to join: Be in Teach Denton
Fine Arts
Band
Who to talk to: Mr. Beard
Where do they meet: Band Hall
Color Guard
Who to talk to: Mr. Guilotte
Where do they meet: Band Hall
Choir
Who to talk to: Mr. Rives/Mx. Kats
Where they meet: Choir Room
Orchestra
Who to talk to: Mr. Atkins
Where they meet: Orchestra hall
Mariachi
Who to talk to: Mr. Atkins
Where they meet: Orchestra hall
Strutters
Who to talk to: Mrs.Jones/Ms. Schaefer
Where they meet: Dance studio
Dance
Who to talk to: Mrs.Jones/ Ms.Schaefer
Where they meet: Dance studio
Theater
Who to talk to: Mrs. Abney & Mr.Thompson
Where they meet: Little theater, Fine arts Center, Theater room
Tech Theater
Who to talk to: Mr. Thompson
Where they meet: In room 144
Sports Teams:
Athletic Trainers
Who to talk to: Coach Leidner & Coach Volentine
Varsity Baseball
Who to talk to: Coach Warnack & Coach Slivocka
JV Baseball
Who to talk to: Coach Moreland & Coach Ryan
Varsity Girls Basketball
Who to talk to: Coach Allen
JV Girls Basketball
Who to talk to: Coach Ready
Freshman Girls Basketball
Who to talk to: Coach Hatch
Varsity Boys Basketball
Who to talk to: Coach Bernard
JV boys basketball
Who to talk to: Coach Ridgeway
Freshman Boys Basketball
Who to talk to: Coach Ridgeway
Varsity Cheer
Who to talk to: Coach Sharp & Coach Duncan
JV Cheer
Who to talk to: Coach Sharp & Coach Duncan
Cross Country
Who to talk to: Coach Kiraly & Coach Gibson
Varsity Football
Who to talk to: Coach Ryan
JV Football
Who to talk to: Coach Bull
Freshman Football
Who to talk to: Coach Bull
Golf
Who to talk to: Coach Kiraly
Varsity Girls Soccer
Who to talk to: Coach Eccles
JV Girls Soccer
Who to talk to: Coach Lamon & Coach Eccles
Varsity Boys Soccer
Who to talk to: Coach Trowbridge & Coach Malone
JV Boys Soccer
Who to talk to: Coach Trowbridge & Coach Malone
Varsity Softball
Who to talk to: Coach Buettner
JV Softball
Who to talk to: Coach Thigpin & Coach Valadez
Strutters
Who to talk to: Mrs. Jones & Ms. Schaefer
Swimming
Who to talk to: Coach Peck
Varsity Tennis
Who to talk to: Coach Blazek
JV Tennis
Who to talk to: Coach Blazek & Coach Elliot
Boys Track
Who to talk to: Coach Head
Girls Track
Who to talk to: Coach Gibson & Coach Tate
Varsity Volleyball
Who to talk to: Coach Black & Coach Tate
JV Volleyball
Who to talk to: Coach Arledge
Freshman Volleyball
Who to talk to: Coach Valadez
Women’s Water Polo
Who to talk to: Coach Peck
Men’s Water Polo
Who to talk to: Coach Peck