Appleton North’s clubs offer opportunity
August 31, 2016
Appleton North High School offers many opportunities for involvement. From athletic, academic, to just plain fun, these various clubs provide the student body with a myriad of engagement options. These co-curriculars are rewarding and helpful for many students. Participating in a club during student’s high school career can give them skills they will need later on in life. This is a list of clubs that Appleton North offers students.
Club: Alliance
Advisor: Debbie Strick
Alliance is a safe space for LGBTQ students and allies at North. Everyone is welcome.
Club: Appleton Youth Education Initiative
Advisor: James Huggins
Appleton Youth Education Initiative is an organization that works towards preparing high school students for their lives as adults.
Club: Art Club
Advisor: Terri Westby
Beautify the Appleton North community through the creation and appreciation of art.
Club: Bowling Club
Advisor: Brett Miller
Bowling club offers individual and group competition in the sport of bowling.
Club: Chess Club
Advisor: Shannan Davis
Develop strategic skills in this intellectually competitive club.
Club: Chinese-American Club
Advisor: Steve Sugrue
Explore the Chinese culture in this inclusive globally oriented club.
Club: Debate
Advisor: Steve Gargo
Debate Club, a co-op with Appleton West, allows students to expand their argumentative skills.
Club: DECA
Advisor: Cyndi Dechant
DECA helps teach business management, marketing,and financial responsibility.
Club: Drama Club
Advisor: Ron Parker
Students expand their theatrical knowledge through active participation in musicals, plays, and other events.
Club: Dungeons and Dragons
Advisor: Jamie Sadogierski
The in-depth role playing game is a focal point of the club.
Club: Fashion Club
Advisor: Kelly Camber
Learn the latest trends and explore the world of fashion.
Club: Forensics
Advisor: Paul Miller
Engage in competitive public speaking tournaments.
Club: Friends at North (F.A.N) Club
Advisor: Kathy Deveraux
Spend time with students of all ages and abilities.
Club: Garden Club
Advisor: Sue Davis and Julie Prudom
Spend time outdoors planting and appreciating nature.
Club: Gender Equality
Advisor: Janeal Lee
Gender Equality club has discussions and presentations on gender based subjects.
Club: Environmental Club (H.O.P.E.)
Advisor: Jamie Sadogierski
H.O.P.E stands for Help Our Planet Earth, which member’s strive to do by completing small tasks within the school and the community.
Club: Hmong Club
Advisor: Chad Endres
Engage in and learn about the Hmong culture, in Appleton and around the world.
Club: HOSA
Advisor: Kelly Camber and Kristie Moder
HOSA is a club for future health professionals and those interested in the medical field.
Club: Improvedy Troupe
Advisor: Ron Parker
Improvedy uses humor and quick thinking to entertain audiences at their various shows.
Club: Indian Club
Advisor: Scott Fish
Students in this club learn about the Indian culture in an inclusive environment.
Club: International Club
Advisor: Paula Meyer and Michelle Tesch
Globally oriented individuals explore the cultures of the world in this welcoming club.
Club: Key Club/Peer Helpers
Advisor: Jean Pynenberg and Susanne Bruce
Key Club/Peer Helpers is a two part club that works within the school as well as outside in the community, engaging members in volunteer and presentation work.
Club: Knitting Club
Advisor: Terri Westby
Students learn how to knit in this relaxing club.
Club: Lacrosse Club
Advisor: Mark Ropella
This athletically demanding and competitive sport is open to all North students.
Club: Latino Club
Advisor: Shane Rueckel
Explore the Latino culture in this inclusive club.
Club: Lightning Sledding
Advisor: Kelly Camber
Sledding club seeks to enjoy those Wisconsin winters by having fun with friends.
Club: Link Crew
Advisor: Roberta Baker and Patrick Lee
Link Crew is a group of juniors and seniors who work with incoming freshman to encourage them to be involved in school activities and clubs.
Club: Literary Club
Advisor: Julie Wohlt and Aaron Ramponi
Write, read, and discuss creative works from literary experts, as well as producing the annual literary magazine, the Borealis.
Club: Manga Club
Advisor: Pat Milheiser
Read and discuss manga or Japanese style comics similar to anime.
Club: Math League
Advisor: Kristen Klunder
Math League is a competition based club that helps students develop their math skills through challenging word problems, individual events, and team based problem solving.
Club: Model United Nations
Advisor: Joel Hermansen
Model UN provides students the opportunity to experience what it’s like to represent a country at the UN, helping to develop writing and speaking skills as a result.
Club: National Honor Society
Advisor: Janeal Lee and Jacci Vandenheuvel
National Honor Society is a group of juniors and seniors that excel in their grades and participation in the school, providing opportunities for volunteering and involvement within the community.
Club: Psych Club
Advisor: Eric Eastman
Psych Club provides an opportunity for interested students to learn more about the study of Psychology and the principles of the mind.
Club: Physics and Astronomy
Advisor: Ann Leonard
Physics and Astronomy Club is a space for students who are interested in the natural sciences to meet and discuss concepts and theories in a learning environment.
Club: R.A.I.S.E.
Advisor: Matt Hechel
R.A.I.S.E is a club focusing on the issue of drug prevention within the North community, working directly with the school to end drug use among students.
Club: Rugby Club
Advisor: Brian Gleason
Rugby Club gives sports- minded students an outlet to learn about and participate in rugby games outside of school.
Club: Noctiluca
Advisor: Aaron Ramponi
The Noctiluca is the school’s journalism club, focusing on developing students’ writing and reporting abilities in a production- based teaching style.
Club: Ski & Snowboard Club
Advisor: Paula Meyer
Ski & Snowboard Club provides students the opportunity to get outside and participate in these winter activities with their friends.
Club: Stand Up
Advisor: Curt Salm
Stand up focuses on ending domestic violence and making a difference in the school and community through direct interaction with students and staff.
Club: Student Council
Advisor: Teri Berlowski
Student Council is responsible for the planning and organization of school wide events, and helps to build leadership and volunteering skills in students.
Club: Democratic League
Advisor: Jackie Nider
Democratic League is a space for issue focused students to discuss politics and find opportunities to create change through the Democratic Party.
Club: Teenage Republican Club
Advisor: Elizabeth Platten
Teenage Republican Club is a place for politically minded students to discuss current issues and learn about the Republican Party as a whole.
Club: Yearbook
Advisor: Michelle Ehlers
Yearbook works to develop students’ creative and organizational skills through the creation of an end of the year photo album.