Clubs

Ellensburg High School

CLUBS & ACTIVITIES

• ALUTANT (Christine Roux):  If you have an interest in covering and reporting on news stories, events, and activities, this club is for you!  Students will attend events and write social media and news stories.  Arranged study credit my be available for those who are interested.

• KNOWLEDGE BOWL (Marco Bicchieri):  Open to all interested students with expertise and skill in academic trivia. Everyone eligible can play and competition teams will be selected from the participants.

• ASB (Haley Naboychik):  Elected positions only. The Associated Student Body Student Council consists of advisory class reps, activity/club reps, LASC class reps, five class officers from each grade, and the ASB Executive Board (president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, social media coordinator, and public relations manager).  Student government, leadership, service projects, and activities are developed from concept through the application.

• BAND (Warren Murray):  Open to all interested students who have experience and skill in instrumental performance. Options: Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble (by audition), Jazz Band (by tryout), Pep Band & Marching Band.

• BULLDOG BYTES (Tiffany Price):  Learn to code!  Learn various applications of computer programming, build games and compete in coding competitions.  Bulldog Bytes also has subgroups focused on cybersecurity (CYBERPATRIOTS) and the COMPUTER SCIENCE HONOR SOCIETY which recognizes excellence in Computer Science.

• BULLDOG LINK (Haley Naboychik):  A high school transition program that trains upper-classmen to be leaders that welcome freshmen and make them feel comfortable throughout the first year of their high school experience. Built on the belief that students can help students succeed. The application process is in the spring.

• CHEER (Lori Leach):  Participants are in grades 9-12 and are selected via a spring tryout process only. The EHS cheerleaders promote spirit and lead the crowds at games.

• CHOIR (Gay Ott):  Chamber Choir (by audition only) is an advanced ensemble. Jazz Choir (by permission of adviser) is a performance-oriented group. Treble Choir (by audition only) is and advanced ensemble open to those who can sing in the treble register. Symphonic Choir is open to all students.

• CLIMBING CLUB (Jeff Hashimoto):  Open to all students who are interested in the challenging and exciting experience of rock climbing. We climb both indoors and outdoors at EHS and CWU.  This club is open to both beginners and experienced rock climbers.

• CONSTRUCTION CLUB/Skills Club (Taylor Wilson):  Participants will learn about various structures and materials while completing community service projects, participating in competitions and doing career research.

• CREATIVE WRITING CLUB (Brittanie Wyler):  A writing group open to all students, devoted to the production and sharing of poetry, short stories, and creative non-fiction. 

 • DECA (Camis Davis):  Open to all students interested in a leadership organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high school and colleges around the globe.  This organization prepares students with college and career readiness skills and provides opportunities to travel and compete against other school in various competitions.

• DUNGEONS AND DRAGONS CLUB (Brittanie Wyler):  Open to students who are interested in the game Dungeons and Dragons.

• EL CLUB DE ESPAÑOL (Nick Majsterek): Open to all students who are interested in expanding their knowledge of Spanish-speaking countries and cultures.

• ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB (Jeff Hashimoto): Involved in community activities to restore and maintain a healthy ecological system.

 

 

 

• FALL PLAY (Jim Denison): Students may try out for the Fall Theatrical Production in  September; performances are scheduled for November

• FBLA/Future Business Leaders of America (Marcy Matthews & Jarod Rollins): Open to all students who are currently taking or have previously taken a business education course. FBLA teaches leadership and the free enterprise system.

• FCA/Fellowship of Christian Athletes (TBD): FCA is open to all, but focuses on the spiritual growth of athletes and coaches through fellowship.

• FCCLA (Samantha O'Brion): Promotes personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education.  Focusing on the multiple roles of a family member, wage earner, and community leader, members develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation.

• FFA/Future Farmers of America (Steve Russell & Sammi Jo Sims): FFA is open to all students who are enrolled in agriculture courses and interested in developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success.

• HISTORY CLUB (Charlie Acheson) Open to all students who are excited about the interdisciplinary nature of Social Studies and are motivated to become involved as citizens at a local, regional, and international level. National History Day themes are infused into the goals and activities of the club.

• KLAHIAM (Christine Roux): This co-curricular activity meets everyday as a class to create the Klahiam yearbook. Students must commit to the year-long program.

• MARINE BIOLOGY CLUB (Lana Carolan): Open to all students who are eager and willing to learn more about and gain a better appreciation of the marine environment.

• NHS/National Honor Society (Haley Naboychik): Open to students in grades 10-12 with an accumulated GPA of 3.5 or better. Membership is based on invitation and fulfillment of club requirements. NHS focuses on scholarship, leadership, character and service.

• ORCHESTRA (Kara Hunnicutt): Open to all interested students who have experience and skill in orchestral performance.

• PEACE CLUB (Andrea Bannister): Open to all interested students who are committed toward working for peace in the world and their community. Along with community building, it is also a forum for discussing important issues.

• SAGA (Lorraine Barlow): A group devoted to bringing a sense of awareness to EHS and to help teach others to be tolerant of differences.

• TADU (Tyler Dougls) Open to all students who are committed to not using drugs or alcohol.

• THESPIAN SOCIETY (Jim Denison) Open to all students who are interested in all aspects of theater.

• TSA-Technology Student Association (Tiffany Price) Open to all students enrolled in CTE courses or who have an interest in CTE activities. Participants practice and demonstrate hands-on leadership skills from a variety of disciplines. Members can attend regional, state, and national competitions.

• VIDEO/PHOTO CLUB (Mike Nelson): Learn about and work on film projects, learn photography techniques, software programs, and more in a fun and interactive environment.

• WINTER MUSICAL (Tor Blaisdell): Auditions for this annual musical theater production are in November; performances in late February/early March on the Morgan PAC stage.

NOTE: INTEREST CLUBS VARY FROM YEAR TO YEAR -- PLEASE LISTEN TO THE BULLETIN FOR ANNOUNCEMENTS ON CLUBS AND HOW TO GET INVOLVED.