Anime Club

Anime Club is an afterschool activity that is both fun and educational. Members will be watching school appropriate animes and shows and will have fun conversations about what they watch. Students will also have the opportunity to learn how to speak Japanese and Korean. Students can also bring their own creativity into this club by making drawings about their favorite characters or writing their own stories. This club is friendly place where you can let all your stress go and be yourself.

Anime club meets every Thursday in room 240 from 2:30-3:30. 

Advisor: Ms. Johnson is serving as advisor for 1st semester and Ms. Kirk will take over as advisor for the 2nd semester. 

Art Club

Do you love art and want to do more outside of the classroom?  Would you like to become more involved in the community, sharing your artwork and ideas, than the NAHS/ Art club is for you! 

Students may join the club at the beginning of either semester or the end of Spring semester for the following year. Dues are paid at the beginning of the semester. 

Meetings will be held bi-weekly in room 106. Officers will meet bi-weekly the day prior to the club meeting. 

Requirements for Art Club members: 

• Monthly meetings are required for all members to attend. More than 3 unexcused absences will result in termination from the club. 
• You are required to enter 2 art shows/ competitions. 
• You are required to have a total of 5 art related service hours, 3 must be at school. 
• All members are required to participate in our annual calendar fundraiser during Holly Days.

More information found here.

Advisor: Ms. Tucker Gravatt, room 106, atuckergravatt@wcpss.net - email if you have any questions. 

Club assistant: Hunter Rion, room 104 mrion@wcpss.net

Website: www.sandersonnahs.weebly.com

Chess Club

Do you love to play chess?  Do you have an interest in learning chess? Join us for Chess Club on Tuesdays in room 132, 2:30-3:30. 

Everyone and all levels are welcome!

Please email Mrs. Handest with questions, mhandest@wcpss.net.

Advisor: Mrs. Handest (mhandest@wcpss.net)

Crochet Club

Crochet Club is an opportunity for students to socialize and learn how to crochet. All the creations that are produced during this club will be donated to the needy where they can be given to those who could use them the most. The type of crochet that could be created range from blankets, articles of clothing, hats, placemats, etc.  As we all practice our skills and get better at crochet, we plan to make more difficult creations like stuffed animals and more advanced hats. Our club will always be open to new crocheters and we will make sure that they can learn how to crochet.

Meeting Dates: Every Monday after school in room 227

Club Advisor: TBD

Debate Team

Information regarding this club will be provided at a later date.

Advisor: Mrs. J. Bennett

DECA

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. DECA has 80 active members at Sanderson and is one of the largest clubs on campus. Representing all grade levels students can engage in social and academic activities to prepare them for the professional world.

For the 2020-2021 school year chapter meeting will be held virtually. We compete in the fall and spring. Membership is typically open from September - October. As of October 30, DECA membership for 2020-2021 is closed. 

Students must be enrolled in or have completed at least one marketing, finance, business, or entrepreneurship class. There are membership dues and competition fees, but financial assistance is available.

Join our Remind @k94e4d to receive updates. 

Follow us on Instagram @sandersondeca

Advisor: Ms. Martinez (mmartinez3@wcpss.net) , Sanderson DECA website

DREAMS

Information regarding this club will be provided at a later date.

Advisor: Coach Wilson

Empowerment Club

Environmental Awareness Club

Website: https://sites.google.com/students.wcpss.net/shseac/home 

Equity Team

The central mission and purpose of the Student Equity Team is to promote equality and an environment inclusive of all students regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, and socioeconomic status. We strive to support teachers, students, and the community. Sanderson’s Student Equity Team is an organization that works closely with the Staff Equity Team.

Students interested in being a member of the organization are encouraged to contact Mr. Brown (Assistant Principal) at tbrown15@wcpss.net.

There are a limited number of slots open; students must interview and secure recommendations from teachers. 

SHS Equity Team Website

Family Career Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)

FCCLA is a co-curricular organization. Students must be enrolled or have been previously enrolled in a Family and Consumer Science course such as: Child Development, ECE, Apparel, Interior Design, Foods, or Principles of Family Human Services

Meetings: 3rd Thursday of each month. Room 123 at 2:30 pm 

Remind: @a4h3g4

Twitter Handle: shsfccla_red

Instagram: shs_fccla 

Advisors: Mrs. A Taylor (ataylor1@wcpss.net), Ms. McKenzie (kamckenzie@wcpss.net)

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a group that welcomes all students and faculty to gather to learn more about Jesus Christ of the Bible. 

Some things we've done in the past include prayer walks, Mudcats Faith and Family night, Worship at the Flagpole, a Christmas gift exchange party, potlucks, game nights, bowling, serving and praying for those going through difficult times, celebrating and praying for those going through exciting times, and more. 

Meetings: We meet every Friday from 6:50-7:20am in the main gym to eat breakfast, fellowship, play games, and listen to and engage with encouraging speakers of God's Word.  When able, we also meet at other times for socials, service opportunities, and Bible Studies. 

Anyone can join!   

Follow us on Instagram @sandersonfca

Advisor: Coach Laughlin - e-mail mlaughlin@wcpss.net with questions.

Fencing Club

There will be a fencing club interest meeting today (Monday 3/13) in the cafeteria after school. 

More information will be posted soon.

Food Ark Club

The Food Ark’s mission is to empower youth to fight food insecurity through service, education, and promotion of healthy food systems, through schools and community outreach.

Meetings are held on the last Thursday of the month.

Instagram: @shsfoodark

Remind: text @3gkfe9 to 81010

Advisor: Ms. Melvin (jmelvin@wcpss.net)

GEMS: Girls-At-A-Promise

A gem is a cut and polished precious stone or pearl, fine enough for use in jewelry. It is prized because of its beauty or worth. The word "gem" also denotes a person who is held in high esteem or affection. Girls here are "cut" for the opportunity to become "polished" within this unique organization. 

Gems: Girls-At-A-Promise focuses on positive educational, social and emotional development, as well as employment

preparation in order to prevent at-risk behaviors. The club sponsors motivational speakers, educational field trips, recreational activities, discussion sessions, service learning, conflict resolution, and tutoring in math, writing and reading.  Structured virtual meetings are held each Wednesday.

Advisor: Ms. Alston (lalston4@wcpss.net) 

Holiday Club

The purpose of the Holiday Club is to not only celebrate landmark occasions throughout the year, but to encourage community-building at Sanderson. This is an amazing opportunity for students to come together and meet new people, while cherishing the richness of different cultures and traditions. 

We will hold exciting, student-planned events throughout the year, including a Spooky Spectacular, our Jolly Jamboree, Easter Extravaganza, Cinco de Mayo Celebration, and much, much more!

We’ll have movies, games, dancing, food, decorations, special surprises, contests, and other festivities galore. In addition, we will also partake in several service opportunities throughout the year to help give back to our local community. 

For information about upcoming events:

Join our Remind @holidayshs by texting the code to 81010 or joining on the Remind app.

You can also follow us on Instagram @holidayclubshs to see what we are up to!

Advisor: Ms. Martinez (mmartinez3@wcpss.net)

IMAGE Club (Impacting Males to Achieve Greater Excellence)

Our Mission Statement- Key Club is an international, student-led organization that provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character and develop leadership.

Core Values: Leadership, Character building, Caring, Inclusiveness.

Key Club is the volunteering club at Sanderson. Members sign up for different events of their choice. Examples of events are bagging food for the homeless, cleaning up parks and trails, and working with kids with special needs. Key Club also runs Sanderson's food pantry which provides food directly to students at Sanderson. Key Club is a very rewarding club to be a part of if you want to make a difference in your community.

Requirement to join: $14.50 for dues that cover the Carolinas District of Key Club, and Key Club International.

Check out our Website

Follow us on Instagram: @sandersonhighkeyclub

Remind code: @msscopelan

Latinos Unidos

Celebrate, share, and advocate for Latinx cultures and issues. 

Please contact Ms. Martinez if you are interested in Latinos Unidos and playing in active role in the club!

Advisor: Mrs. Martinez (mmartinez3@wcpss.net)

Mock Trial Club

Information Regarding This Club Will Be Provided at a Later Date.

Club Advisor: Mr. Worley - Mtworley@wcpss.net

PALS Club

PALS club is an inclusive club for all students at Sanderson High School. Students play games, eat lunch, and help with social and life skills for the students in the Autism/ECS program. Anyone is able to join PALS club. We meet every day in 119E and 124 E during all lunch periods. Some of the events associated with PALS are: Special Olympics, Unified Track, Field of Dreams, NC State Field day, NC State Fair, Halloween Party, Polar Plunge, Walk for Autism, and Spread the Word to End the Word.        

Requirement to join:      

• Any student can join PALS club!
• To be on the executive committee, students must have been a consistent member for at least a year and complete the application. Students who have proven leadership and flexibility when working with students will be chosen for the executive committee.
• In order to attend field trips, students must have good grades and be cleared by their other teachers to attend.

Advisor: Ms. Patrick - cpatrick@wcpss.net

Philosophy and Current Events Club (PCEC)

In Philosophy and Current Events Club, we would meet once a month to discuss the significance of current events happening across the globe-- including things in Raleigh and at Sanderson. The purpose of this club is to give students the opportunity to voice their opinions on recent and relevant issues. The goal is to help each other grow and develop in our understanding of the world. It is a way to stay in touch with our surroundings by delving into the importance of modern ideals and of the current circumstances of our community. If you would like to join the club, please join the Remind group by texting shsphclub to 81010. 

Remind: Join the Remind group by texting shsphclub to 81010

Website: https://philcurrevpcec.wixsite.com/pcec

Advisor: Mr. Rutherford - jrutherford@wcpss.net

Photography Club

We meet monthly to share pictures, tips and tricks as well as to vote on a picture of the month to be featured on our Instagram.

We can't wait to see you there!

Remind join code for photography club is @photos2122

Advisor: TBD

Robotics Team

The team is composed of students with different tasks for one robot. These tasks range from collecting data, drawing different types of components to building and controlling the robot. 2018-2019 will be our second year in the Triangle Robotics League.

Requirement to join: Application, no experience required.

Advisor: Mr. Casstevens (rcasstevens@wcpss.net)

Sanderson Book Club

Sanderson Book Club targets students who love to read and broaden their scope of books. Through having thought provoking discussions about a wide variety of genres, we aim to encourage members to read independently and explore new ideas. Our club plans to meet on the second Wednesday of each month after school in the library. With access to Wake County kits, SHS Book Club provides copies of the month’s novel to each member. 

Meetings are held on the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 2:30 in the Media Center. 

Join our Remind - @shs-books

Advisors: Ms. Baucom (abaucom@wcpss.net) and Ms. Dotts (edotts@wcpss.net)

Sanderson Tabletop Society (Gehenna club)

The Gehenna Club is an after-school activity club where members will mainly play Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, although all tabletop games and gamers are welcome. No sign up or previous background necessary. 

Interest meeting Nov. 30 in room 114 at 2:30.

Club Advisor - Mr. Story (cstory@wcpss.net)

Sign Language Club

If you're interested in having fun and learning ASL (American Sign Language), we would love to have you join. 

Meets every other Thursday after school in 217.

Hope to see you there!

Remind join code is @2021aslclu

Advisor: Mr. Boltz (bboltz@wcpss.net)

Step Team - Alpha Omega

Stepping or step-dancing is a form of percussive dance in which the participant's entire body is used as an instrument to produce complex rhythms and sounds through a mixture of footsteps, spoken word, and hand claps. 2017 & 2018 Regional Champions, 2017, 2018, 2019 State Champions. Currently Ranked 4th in the Nation (Co-Ed Division)

Student Council

The purpose of Student Council is to develop and practice good citizenship in the student body, to provide direction of school activities, and assist in the management of student concerns. 

Student council members are elected by their peers. Candidates must be in good academic standing, attend school regularly, participate in an application process, and tape a speech. 

Student Council plans and hosts events like Spartan Sprint, Powderpuff, the Homecoming Dance, Volleybros, the Food Drive, the Variety Show, Winterfest, Prom, and much more! 

Advisors: 

Executive Council: Ms. Chamblee (jmchamblee@wcpss.net) 

12th Grade: Mrs. Doss (mdoss@wcpss.net) and Ms. Martinez (mmartinez3@wcpss.net) 

11th Grade: Ms. Rhodes (srhodes1@wcpss.net) and Ms. Martin (lmmartin@wcpss.net)

10th Grade: Dr. Johnson (kbjohnson@wcpss.net) and Ms. McGuire (mmcguire2@wcpss.net)

9th Grade: Ms. Copeland (scopeland2@wcpss.net) and Mr. Sharp (nsharp@wcpss.net)

Follow us on Instagram @sandersonstudents and Twitter @SHSStudentCoun3

Check out our website https://sites.google.com/wcpss.net/stucoshs