Club

Adviser

When & Where

Description

Art Club

Mrs. Lupacchino

Meets every Thursday after school from 2:20 - 3 pm in the Art Studio, Room 305

Create artwork - bond with other like minded artists, complete in-class art assignments - work on creative projects from other classes - participate in school spirit related activities - assist in creative projects in the community - make "me" time for personal art expression

The Bellringer School Newspaper

Mrs. Zupan

Part of Journalism Classes

Bellringer News

Mrs. Tietjen, Mrs. Zupan

Meets during X-Block and before/after school, in the TV Studio and in the LMC

Members record a broadcast for a weekly segment with announcements for the school. Also records and edits special events, interviews and programs.

Biking Club

Mrs. Balda

TBD

Members get together for group rides. Locations TBD

Bring Change to Mind

Mrs. Field & Monica Smith

Meets 1st Monday of the month in the T-Bell and as needed

Mental Health Awareness & substance abuse prevention. Members help build positive assets in school and town community

Dungeons and Dragons

Mr. Stacey

Meets one Tuesday a month in the LMC Classroom

EHHS DECA Chapter
(Distributive Education Clubs of America )

Mrs. Dean & Mrs. Riggio

Generally meets once a month.
Times vary

Our EHHS DECA Chapter participates in DECA related activities such as educational events and conferences, competitive events, fundraisers and community service projects. DECA members are interested in learning more about business related fields such as marketing, finance, management, hospitality, and entrepreneurship. DECA provides an opportunity for students to be involved and connect with peers and the broader community.

Climbing Club

Currently Not Active

Coding Club

Currently Not Active

Learn Coding

Connecticut Youth Forum

Mrs. Tortora

Generally meets once a month during x-block

Dance Team

Not Currently Active

Drama Club

Mrs. Mansfield and Mrs. Moore

After school rehearsals EHHS Auditorium

The Bellringer Drama Club produces two full-length shows each year. In the fall, students perform in a straight play. Auditions are held in early October and rehearsals are after school Mondays and Wednesdays. The performances of our play are usually in early December. Past plays include A Christmas Carol, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow, and It's A Wonderful Life. In the spring, we mount a Broadway musical. Auditions take place in January and performances are in late March. Past musical productions include The Addams Family, Grease, and High School Musical. All students are welcome to join us for either or both productions! 

Environmental Club

Ashley Somers

Generally meets twice a month - days vary

Students participate in fun environmental awareness activities, including a school campus clean-up.

Feminism Club

Currently Not Active

Discussions and activism related to feminism

Flag/Drum Corps

Mrs. Keska

Meets on various days based on practice needs, before a performance. Various locations, mostly outside.

Marches with the band at Memorial Day, Veterans Day, Old Home Day, and Big E parades.

French Club

Mrs. Wikarska

Meets once a month
Times and Dates vary

Explore French culture: food, games, movies.

Gaming Club

Mr. Demick

Generally meets once a month, on a Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday from 2:15-4:00; in Room 708

Meet with individuals who have a shared passion for board games, card games, video games, and more. Which games are played is shaped by the interests and contributions of the club's members! Anyone is welcome to bring a game and a few friends to get together after school to play!

Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA)

Ms. Sweeney & Mrs. Regan

Varies, usually meets in the T-Bell

Club supports GSA students and their allies.

Interact Club (Community Service)

Mrs. Keska

Meets the 1st Wednesday of the Month in the T-Bell

Club does various community service activities in the school, town, and throughout the state.

Intramural Sports

TBD

Jazz Band

Mr. Groves

Meets Thursdays 7 - 8:30 pm in the Music Room 302

Instrumental Ensemble made up of musicians from within the band. Select openings available based on instrumentation (piano, guitar, bass, drumset).

Library Committee/Student Library Interns

Mrs. Tietjen

Meets during X-Block in the LMC

Learn about and help with library tasks, as well as enjoy bookish activities.

NHS

Mrs. Zupan

Meets monthly from 7:00-7:30 am in LMC CR

More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. Four main purposes have guided chapters of NHS from the beginning: to create enthusiasm for scholarship; to stimulate a desire to render service; to promote leadership; and to develop character in the students of secondary schools. These purposes also translate into the criteria used for membership selection in each local chapter.

Public Safety Club

Currently Not Active

Recipe Club

Currently Not Active

Ski Club

Mrs. Balda & Mrs. Braun-Orsini

5 Thursdays in January 2:15 - 8:30 pm at Ski Sundown

Open to all. Student funded (cost varies depending on what options are purchased) Registration closes in November.

Spanish Club

Mrs. Galvez

Meets monthly and as needed

Students explore Spanish culture and food, fundraise for various projects, and sponsor a "Chopped" competition, activities at Pep Rallies.

Special Olympics

Currently Not Active

Sandy Hook/SAVE Promise Club

Mrs. Zupan

Meets monthly in the LMC CR

SAVE Promise Clubs are youth-led organizations that encourage young people to take charge of keeping their friends, schools, and communities safe.  We organize school events in order to educate fellow students and to create a strong sense of community.  

Student Advisory Committee

Mr. Lucas

Students help plan schedule and activities for the all school advisories.

Student Ambassadors

Ms. Malcolm, Mrs. McCormack, and Mrs. Rodowicz

Meets as needed for events.

Ambassadors are energetic students looking for leadership opportunities!  Students in this group are asked to help run school events such as Freshmen Orientation and Open House.  They will serve as mentors and tour guides to new students and underclassmen and should be ready to help when the need arises.  Students in grades 10-12 are invited to join.

Student Council

Mrs. Bullett

Meets once a month after school. Days may vary.

Student Council is an organization conducted by students and supervised by adults. Its purpose is to give students an opportunity to develop leadership by organizing and carrying out school activities and fundraisers.

Technology and Engineering Club (TEC)

Mrs. Richards

Meets every Monday in Room 201 from 2:15 - 3:15.

Members work on different technology and engineering challenges including VEX robotics and participate in Technology Student Association (TSA) conferences, as well as sponsor an annual Winter STEM Challenge for EHHS.

Tri M Honor Society

Mr. Brown

Varies

For music students, by invitation only, based on grades.

Unified Sports

Cathy Morsey

Meets once a month after school in the cafeteria. Days may vary.

Club promotes inclusion through sports and activities. All are welcome! There is no cost to members for any events.  Meets at least once a month for fun social events, sporting events, and pizza parties. Possible off campus activities (i.e. .bowling, minor league baseball game)

Visions

Mrs. Riggio

TBD

EHHS Literary Magazine

Voices

Mr. Brown

TBD Music Room 302

Auditioned Acapella Vocal Ensemble

Weightlifting

Mr. Holloway

Sign-ups and times listed in Room TBD

World Celebration Club

Ms. T. Adams / Macie Brazal

Varies - after school in the cafe

Learn more about and celebrate the different cultures around the world!

Yearbook (The Oracle)

Mrs. Flannery

Meets as necessary to edit yearbook
Room 707

Members produce the annual yearbook