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HHS Clubs and Organizations DirectoryMembership and participation in all student clubs and organizations is open to all students without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or other protected classifications.Explore the options below to find out more about the exciting student organizations at Heritage High School.
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African Student Association
Create spaces for minority students at HHS to speak, learn, and interact with each other. Also share African values and multi-cultural aspects.
Advisor: Mr. Masiala
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American Sign Language Club
American Sign Language or ASL Club is an organization that meets bi-monthly to promote awareness about the deaf community, as well as teach our fellow peers about the linguistics of American Sign Language. Whether you are fluent in ASL, some ASL, or none at all, we welcome all individuals into our club.Advisor: Colleen Santos -
Art Club
Art Club is for all students interested in art, getting involved in the visual arts and practicing their skills.Advisors: Tarrah Huff and Maggie Byron -
Asian American Culture Club
The Asian American Culture Club celebrates the rich cultures of the Asian continent. Students meet, share, and experience Asian cultures in a way that supports exercise and cultural literacy.
Advisor: Jennifer Parker
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Baking Club
Baking Club is for students who enjoy baking or want to learn more about baking. We will make delicious treats to take home every month!
Advisor: Leanna Winstead
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Best Buddies
A club that creates one-to-one friendships between students with intellectual and developmental disabilities with typically developing peers. The club strives to give students with disabilities a more normal high school experience by attending games, shows and hanging out with friends.Advisors: Suzy McCabe, Lindsay Tobin, and Emily Wall
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Beta Club
National Beta Club is the largest independent, non-profit, educational youth organization in America. And for more than 80 years, it has prepared today's students to be tomorrow's leaders. Its goal is to promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service and leadership among elementary and secondary school students. ACHIEVEMENT - Recognizing and honoring high academic achievement CHARACTER - Preparing young people for life and empowering them to be successful LEADERSHIP - Developing the leaders of tomorrow SERVICE - Demonstrating our motto: Let Us Lead by Serving Others Senior Beta (grades 9-12), the organization has helped nearly seven million students learn how to make a life for themselves—and, since 1991, it has awarded over $6 million in scholarships.Advisor: Alexis Craddock -
Campus Cleanup Crew
A club that will create a positive, clean, learning environment for Heritage High School students and staff. This club will provide the opportunity for all students to beautify the school campus while completing service hours. Club members will assist in cleaning up facilities after home sports games, special events and other county facility events held at Heritage High School. We promote cleanliness and responsibility skills.
Club Advisor: Kim Szadek
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Chick-fil-A Leader Academy
Club Information: To promote citizenship and servant leadership within the community.Advisors: Bonnie Mwanda & Dawn Beaster -
Dance Team
Club Information: The HHS Dance Team provides an opportunity for student dancers to contribute their unique skills in celebrating and promoting school spirit. The HHS Dance Team is an audition-based group of dancers who possess advanced technique skills and excellent performance qualities. Dancers also work to produce two performances each semester and are involved in as many school and community events as possible. The HHS Dance Team performs at all home football games and most home basketball games in addition to Pep Rallies and other school and community events. Practices are held after school 3-4 days a week after school.
Club Sponsor: Jennifer Parker
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DECA
DECA is the student organization for Business and Marketing students. The HHS DECA Chapter is a competition-oriented club. Our focus is preparation for DECA Competitions. No service hours are required. Need to have taken or be taking a Business or Marketing class to participate.Advisor: Danny Bland -
eSports Club
Club Information: To promote fellowship and growth among Heritage's e-athletes and gaming enthusiasts.Club Advisor: Jason King -
Family, Career & Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
Club Information: Family, Career & Community Leaders of America is a National Career and Technical Education (CTE) student organization for young men and women in Family and Consumer Sciences education. Members develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation. FCCLA offers 50+ Competitive Events where members have the opportunity to take part in events designed to offer career preparation and exploration, service learning, and the opportunity to travel when competing at the local, state, and national level. Students must have taken at least one FCS class in order to be considered for membership.
Advisors: Wendy May and Gail Dunn
http://fcclainc.org
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
FCA is an interdenominational Christian sports ministry that welcomes all Heritage students, athletes, and non-athletes. It promotes fellowship and togetherness.Advisor: James Burrows -
FFA
Club Information: FFA is an agriculturally based leadership organization that makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Although FFA no longer stands for "Future Farmers of America" the organization still has its roots in farming and agriculture on a large scale.
Advisors: Camber Starling, Haley Brown, and Ethan Holland
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French Club
Club Information: To promote the French language & culture through fun & engaging activities.Advisor: Carla Roche -
French National Honor Society
The purpose of French National Honor Society is to recognize students who have had high academic achievement in their French classes. It also promotes the French language and Francophone culture by serving as tutors, creating presentations, attending the French festival and being positive role models to others at the school.Advisor: Carla Roche -
Heritage Peer Ambassadors
Club Information: Since 2010, as part of the Heritage tradition, Husky Peer Ambassadors have been committed to assisting new students feel genuinely welcome and encourage them to become part of the fabric of our school community. Ambassadors also volunteer to serve as mentors and during school-wide events such as Early Start Day, Open House, Curriculum Fairs and parent teacher conference nights.
Advisor: Dr. Theresa Tate
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HOSA
Club Information: HOSA is for anyone interested in healthcare.HOSA - Future Health Professionals, formerly known as Health Occupations Students of America, is a national career and technical student organization endorsed by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Technology Education Division of ACTE.HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. HOSA is a team of high school students striving to make a difference at school and in the community through recruitment and retention of students as health professionals. HOSA provides students with personal, career, and leadership development opportunities to be college and career ready.Advisors: Renee Long and Ann Riddle -
International Club
Club Information: The International Club is a club for everyone to come together and learn about the cultures of the world.Advisor: Laurie Tucker -
Jewish Culture Club
Club Information: The purpose of Jewish Culture Club is to educate others concerning the stigma and misunderstanding around Judaism. This club plans to promote familiarity with Judaism and help educate others about it while having fun! Anyone is welcome!
Advisors: Jill Groff and Ginny Honkomp
President: Rachel Gott
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La Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (SHH) (Spanish Honor Society)
Club Information: The SHH is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Spanish and/or Portuguese, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese (AATSP). The SHH was formally organized as the Spanish National Honor Society in 1953. The name was changed to Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica in 1959. At present there are over 2,900 national and international chapters of the SHH. The mission of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica is to recognize high school achievement in Spanish and Portuguese and to promote interest in Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian studies.Advisor: Señor Leroy Salazar -
Ladies of Distinction
Club Information: Ladies of Distinction is a mentoring program for students in grades 9-12. The club operates under four programmatic thrusts: leadership, sisterhood, service and scholarship.Advisor: Erica Davis -
Letterman's Club
Club Information: Letterman’s Club will give student athletes the opportunity to volunteer in the community. The goal is to help students be the best they can be within the classroom, in sports and in the community.
Advisor: Jessica Furough -
LGBTQ Support Group
Club Information: This club is a support/educational safe space where people of all sexualities and genders are able to talk about their experiences and sometimes their personal victories. Everyone is welcome, but they must be respectful to all people, thoughts and ideas.
Advisor: Margaret Byron
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Muslim Student Association
The Muslim Student Association is an organization open to all students, of all faiths. It's main goals are to promote education and an informative outlook about Islam and to help address misconceptions of the religion.Advisor: Mr. Dalton Edwards -
National Achievers Society
Club Information: The purpose of NAS is to recognize and reinforce achievement among African American students and other students of color as a means of increasing efforts to close the achievement gap. Inducted members engage in educational and cultural activities to support the purpose.Access membership application and other information at hhsnas.weebly.comAdvisors: Erica Davis and Shon Bethea -
National Art Honor Society
Club Information: The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) is an organization founded in 1978 by the National Art Education Association (NAEA). This organization was established specifically for high school students, grades 10-12, for the purpose of inspiring and recognizing those students who have shown an outstanding ability in art. We will meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month. Art Club is for any student interested in Art (9th-12th). Both clubs meet at the same time.Advisors: Margaret Byron and Tarrah Huff -
National Chinese Honor Society
Club Information: A meeting place of driven, like minded students who excel in Chinese language courses/study.
Advisor: Wenjing Liu
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National English Honor Society
Club Information: The National English Honor Society (NEHS) is the only international organization exclusively for secondary students and faculty who, in the field of English, merit special note for past and current accomplishments.Club Advisors: Julia Lowe, Tiffany Cronin, & Jason King -
National History Honor Society-Rho Kappa
Club Information: Rho Kappa is an honor society for students who enjoy and excel in the field of Social Studies.Club Advisors: Stephanie Walker & Andrew Morrissey -
National Honor Society
Club Information: National Honor Society is a club that is open to Juniors and Seniors who have applied, been selected, and maintain a GPA of 3.8 and above. Students focus on service projects within the school and throughout the community.Advisors: Leanna Winstead and Abby Soffe -
National Honor Society for Dance Arts
Club Information: The National Honor Society for Dance Arts™ (NHSDA) is a program of the National Dance Education Organization (NDEO). The mission of NHSDA is to recognize outstanding artistic merit, leadership, and academic achievement, as well as to foster an appreciation for dance as a true art form and one worthy of recognition and prestige.
Advisor: Jennifer Parker
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National Math Honor Society
Club Information: Math Honor Society is a club that is open to Juniors and Seniors who have applied, been selected, and maintain a math GPA of 4.0 and above. Students focus on tutoring peers within the school and throughout the community.
Advisor: Leanna Winstead
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National Science Honor Society
Club Information: Recognize and support students who are enthusiastic about science.Click here for application.Advisors: Joshua Edwards and Caroline Valentine -
National Technical Honor Society
Club Information: National Technical Honor Society is for students who have shown overall student achievement as well as outstanding achievement in Career and Technical Education Classes. NTHS promotes leadership and educational excellence, awards scholarships, and enhances career opportunities in high school, college, and in the workforce. NTHS brings well deserved recognition, scholarship opportunities, and career opportunities to students who excel in CTE fields.Advisors: Bonnie Weyant and Paula Grady -
Political Awareness Group
Club Information: Political Awareness is a club centered around helping students gain a broader understanding of civic and political topics. Our main goal is to spread awareness about current events and have discussions regarding them.
Advisors: Andrew Morrisey & Stephanie Walker
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Science Olympiad
Club Information: Science Olympiad is a national organization that encourages STEM involvement with local, state and national competitions in science, engineering and building events. 2021 was the first year we qualified for states, and we hope to keep the momentum going.Advisor: Todd Gunsher -
Sports Medicine Club
Club Information: The Sports Medicine Club is designed for students to learn more about the healthcare field and how is relates to athletics. Student athletic trainers assist with the set-up and take down of hydration stations and provide basic first aid care to our student-athletes at HHS. Students will be able to observe the sports medicine staff at HHS as they prevent, care, treat and rehabilitate injuries.Club Advisor: Rebecca Banks -
Student Equity Team
Club Information: The Student Equity Team was formed to address equity gaps in our school. It aligns with WCPSS's equity initiatives as well as the goals for HHS's School Improvement Team. Student Equity Team members work to ensure everyone feels included, seen, and respected. The team's goal is to ensure an equitable environment at Heritage High School from the student's perspective.
Advisors: Jill Groff and Ginny Honkomp
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Student Government Association (SGA)
Club Information: Student government is a student led organization charged with the duty of continuously expanding and planning student activities, creating fundraisers to support all clubs and organizations at the school, developing communication among students, faculty, and administration, and to improving school spirit and morale. SGA provides leadership opportunities for students.
SGA Advisors: Sanda Forner and Jan LigginsSenior Class Advisor: Allison HaysJunior Class Advisor: Sandra FornerSophomore Class Advisor: Jan LigginsFreshman Class Advisor: Alexis Craddock