Hi, I'm a soon-to-be junior looking to join a few more clubs next year. I was wondering what are some common clubs in high school that you guys have joined and enjoyed? Looking for ideas.
There are a whole host of clubs that you could get involved with, ranging from academic to creative and from athletic to social service oriented. The type of club you should choose really depends on your interests and what you hope to gain from the experience.
A few common clubs that many high schools have include:
1. Student Government: Most schools have a student government or student council which plans events, supports school spirit, and represents the student body in negotiations with school administration.
2. Honor Societies: National Honor Society (NHS) is common in many schools and recognizes students for their achievements in academics, leadership, service, and character. There are other subject-specific honor societies as well like the National Art Honor Society, National Math Honor Society, etc.
3. Clubs related to Arts: Drama club, choir, band, dance team, and art club are common in many high schools. These can be a great way to express yourself creatively.
4. STEM Clubs: Science Olympiad, Math club, Robotics club, and Code club are quite popular in high schools. Joining these clubs would boost your college applications, especially if you’re planning to major in a STEM field.
5. Community Service Clubs: Key club, Interact club (run by Rotary), and Beta club are common ways students get involved in community service.
6. Sports: Aside from official school sports teams, many schools have clubs for recreational or secondary sports.
7. Other Interest-Based Clubs: Depending on the school, there can be a wide variety of these, such as a Film club, Book club, Chess club, Eco club, etc.
Remember, it is not just about joining the club, but about the quality of your involvement. Becoming an active member or taking on a leadership role in the club will be more valuable in the long run.
CollegeVine’s Q&A seeks to offer informed perspectives on commonly asked admissions questions. Every answer is refined and validated by our team of admissions experts to ensure it resonates with trusted knowledge in the field.