Clubs (Activities
/ Organizations)
Every student in
Activities promote an interest in the school
and offer very worthwhile opportunities for the development of leadership
qualities, co-operation and citizenship responsibilities. Choose one or more
activities that meet your interests and needs and become an active and credible
member. Do not, however, try to belong to so many organizations that you cannot
do justice to any of them.
Art Guild
The Art Guild aims to promote and advance art in the school and community by
encouraging the creative ability of Powell art students and by sponsoring art
exhibits throughout the area. Any student enrolled in
Athletics
Participation in athletics is a privilege available to students who are
eligible according to the regulations of the Wyoming High School Activities
Association. Athletics in
Band
Instrumental music instruction in nearly all instruments is given to
individuals and small groups at no charge to the students. Band
is offered during a regular class period and open to all students who
qualify. During the first semester, band members concentrate on marching and
performing at home football games. During the second semester, concert band is
stressed. The band plays at several local concerts during the year and
participates in the district music festival. Ample opportunity is provided to
participate in solos and small ensembles.
Cheerleaders
Cheerleading is designed to help promote school spirit and encourage
involvement of the student body in support of athletics.
Chorus
An active vocal department is maintained at
Debate and Speech
Any student who is enrolled in
Dramatics
For students interested in dramatics, school plays and other productions
give experience and enjoyment. Worthwhile knowledge is gained in the fields of
public speaking, acting, directing, stage production, lighting, makeup and
costuming. Powell's auditorium provides facilities that are equal to any in the
French Club
To belong to this club a student must be a member of
Future Business Leaders of
The Future Business Leaders of America is an educational organization which aims
to develop competent, aggressive, business leadership. Membership is open to
members of
Future Farmers of
The Future Farmers of America is a national organization composed of
students who are enrolled in agriculture classes. The organization carries on
many worthwhile activities during the year, including the parent and member
banquet, speech contest and other activities and social events. The requirement
for membership is to be enrolled in agriculture.
Family Career Community Leaders of
The Future Homemakers of America is a national organization. This
organization provides opportunity for various types of social contacts and
leadership experiences, with emphasis on home, school, community and careers.
Membership is open to students who have been or are enrolled in homemaking
classes in the middle school or the high school.
HERO
HERO stands for Home Economics Related Occupations and is a
"club-within-a-class." HERO activities are done within the framework
of the food service class and uses restaurants and catering services to raise
funds.
Industrial Arts Club
Any student who has been enrolled or is enrolled in a vocational subject may
be a member of the Industrial Arts Club. Items are made such as cedar chests,
cabinets, etc. as money making projects.
Letter Club
The "P" Club of Powell High School is composed of students who
have earned a varsity athletic letter. Their objectives include the promotion
of good sportsmanship, clean living and the stimulation of a healthy attitude
toward athletic events, as well as, encouraging younger athletes to dedicate
themselves to these principles.
Publications
Each year a staff of students edits and publishes the school newspaper and
the annual. For students interested in journalism, these publications offer
interesting and practical experience in the field. The student newspaper is
called the "Powwow" and the annual is known as the "Panther".
Spanish Club
The purpose of the Spanish Club is to provide enrichment in the area of
Spanish outside the classroom situation. The club is open to any PHS student of
Spanish or anyone who is interested in the Spanish culture. Activities of the
club are planned in a manner that students receive a better insight and
understanding of Spanish culture, customs and traditions. Learning Spanish
through songs, games, films and guest lectures make the Spanish Club an
extension of the classroom in a more relaxed and informal atmosphere.
Student Council
The purpose of the Student Council is to provide, through government, an
opportunity for student participation in student affairs, to promote the
welfare of the school, and to acquire experience and efficiency in the practices
of democracy.
Office Assistants and Teacher Aides
Some school offices and departments may need student assistants to help with
some of the work and in general be "helping hands". If you are
interested in working within a certain department, you should contact a teacher
in the area of your interest.
National Honor Society
Students eligible for National Honor Society must be enrolled in their 5th
consecutive semester at Powell High School at the time of balloting and have a minimum
of a 3.5 G.P.A. Students are rated on Leadership, Character and Service and
must be either a, Junior or Senior.
Selection to NHS is a privilege, not a right. Students do not apply for
membership in the National Honor Society; instead, they provide information to
be used by the local selection committee to support their candidacy for
membership. Membership is granted only to those students selected by the
Faculty Council in each school. This is not an election, nor is membership
automatically conveyed simply because a student has achieved a specific level
of academic performance. NHS is more than just an honor roll and extent to
which the local chapter emphasized the other components of the selection
process (leadership, service, and character) should be carefully included in
the selection process guidelines.
National Honor Society Criteria for Selection
Service is what a student has done for others or the school "without
any direct or financial or material compensation."
· Volunteers and provides dependable and well organized assistance; gladly
available and will sacrifice to offer assistance
· Works well with others and is willing to take on difficult or
inconspicuous responsibilities
· Cheerfully and enthusiastically renders any requested service to the
school
· Is willing to represent the class or school in inter-class and
interscholastic competition
· Does committee and staff work without complaint
· Participates in some activity outside of school: Scouts, Church groups,
Volunteer services for the elderly, poor or disadvantaged
· Mentors persons in the community or students at other schools
· Shows courtesy by assisting visitors, teacher, and students
· Portfolio and school/community service are up to date
Leadership: This aspect of NHS covers not only the "number of
offices a student has held in school and community organizations" but also
the effective participation in other co-curricular activities offered on
campus.
Is resourceful in proposing new problems, applying principles, and making
suggestions
Demonstrates initiative in promoting school activities
Exercises influence on peers in upholding school ideals
Contributes ideas that improve the civic life of the school
Is able to delegate responsibilities
Exemplifies positive attitudes
Inspires positive behaviors in others
Demonstrates academic initiative
Successfully holds school offices or positions of responsibility; conducts
business effectively and efficiently; demonstrates reliability and
dependability
Is a leader in the classroom, at work and in other school or community activities
Is thoroughly dependable in any responsibility accepted.
Is willing to uphold scholarship and maintain a loyal school attitude
Scholarship: To be submitted for consideration a student must have
earned a 3.5 accumulative grade point. They must have completed their portfolio
requirements. This element of NHS is the most objective.
Character: This aspect of NHS covers "conduct and behavior with
regard to school and community rules, guidelines and policies". Rate this
student 1-4, (one being the lowest score) taking the following guidelines into
consideration.
Takes criticism willingly and accepts recommendations graciously
Consistently exemplifies desirable qualities of cheerfulness, friendliness,
poise, stability
Upholds principles of morality and ethics
Cooperates by complying school regulations concerning
property, programs, office, halls etc.
Demonstrates the highest standards of honesty and reliability
Regularly shows courtesy, concern and respect for others
Observes instructions and rules, is punctual and faithful both inside and
outside the classroom
Has powers of concentrations, self-discipline, and sustained attentions
shown by perseverance and application to studies.
Manifests truthfulness in acknowledging obedience to rules, avoiding
cheating in written work, and showing willingness to profit by the mistakes of
others
Actively helps rid the school of bad influences of environment
National Honor Society Selection Criteria
Students of Junior and or senior status will be identified for Scholarship
based on the student achieving a 3.5 Accumulative Grade Point Average.
Students identified will be notified and asked to fill out activity
information and return the completed form to the NHS advisor within in one
week.
Present or current teachers of all eligible candidates will be asked to
provide input on candidates on a faculty evaluation sheet.
The Faculty Council will review student’s activity information, faculty
evaluation sheets and other verifiable information on each candidate.
Faculty council may wish to interview candidates personally
A four (4) point system will be used to evaluate candidates, 1 (one) being
lowest rank and 4 (four) being the highest rank.
The selected students and their parents will be notified and given
information regarding the upcoming induction ceremony and obligations of
membership in NHS.