COMPETITIVE GROUPS
B.P.A. (Business Professionals of America) www.bpa.org
Contact--Karen_Leonard@ipsd.org or Jeff_Graham@ipsd.org
BPA is open to any student (freshman through senior) who is interested in pursuing any type of business or computer technology career. BPA members compete in local, state and national competitions, sponsor Santa's Breakfast, support Special Olympics, attend leadership conferences, and much more. Join the fun!
Chess Team - IHSA Event Contact--Karen_Kripas@ipsd.org
Chess club is open to all students. Come participate in instruction and recreational chess matches to prepare for interscholastic competitions. Meetings and competitions take place during the fall and winter months with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. Click on the "IHSA Events" tab on the top of the page to view past State placewinners.
DECA www.ildeca.org or www.deca.org Contact--Bryan_Acevedo@ipsd.org
DECA is a business club designed to enhance the co-curricular education of students (grades 9-12) with interests in marketing, management and entrepreneurship. DECA helps students develop skills and competence for business careers, build self-esteem, experience leadership and practice community service. Opportunities for leadership conferences and competition are available at local, state and national levels.
FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America)
Contact--Gayle_Thanepohn@ipsd.org
This club is an organization open to any student interested in Family and Consumer Science topics. The purpose is to promote personal growth, leadership, and awareness in Family and Consumer Science careers and related occupations. Students may participate in local, state & national competition as well as leadership conventions.
IDEA (Illinois Drafting Educator's Association) Contact--Steve_Skorup@ipsd.org
IDEA is an activity dedicated to providing drafting students with opportunities to participate in regional and state competitions to assess their skills and meet other students with similar career interests.
Journalism - IHSA Event Contact--Keith_Kohler@ipsd.org
Newspaper/Journalism is open to all students (sophomores through seniors). It meets daily and is responsible for the production of the Voice, the student run newspaper of Waubonsie Valley. An English teacher recommendation and writing samples are required for class consideration and enrollment. The Voice has competed in the IHSA sponsored journalism competition since its inception four years ago. We compete in twelve categories showcasing various skills from photography, headline writing to layout and development.
Click on the "IHSA Events" tab on the top of the page to view past State qualifiers.
Math Team Contact--AJ_Ruopoli@ipsd.org
ALL students interested in participating in Math competitions may join. Practices are held weekly throughout the year. This team participates in both local and state competitions.
Model United Nations Contact--Stephanie_Stevens@ipsd.org
The goal of Model UN is to learn about problems and solve them from a Global perspective, based on the country a participant is assigned. Participation in the Model United Nations Club is open for all grade levels. Participants research current international events & debate related issues at three conferences: the University of Chicago, Wheaton College and St. Ignatius. Model UN offers a unique opportunity to study current news topics, develop high-level communication skills & to socialize with high school students from across the U.S.
Scholastic Bowl - IHSA Event Contact--Luke_Wigtil@ipsd.org
Scholastic Bowl is ideal for trivia buffs and Jeopardy lovers. Any interested student may join. The season runs from October through early March. Matches are held with all conference schools and a few local schools. We also participate in invitational tournaments and the IHSA State Tournament series. Click on the "IHSA Events" tab on the top of the page to view past State qualifiers.
Science Olympiad Contact--Chris_Mueller@ipsd.org
The Science Club is open to students of all ages and ability levels. Each month will feature a theme, and weekly activities will be organized around those themes. Students can participate in each months activities, or only the ones that interest them! Sign-up will be available through your science classes. The Illinois Science Olympiad is an academic competition which features 22 separate events emphasizing process skills and problem-solving strategies as well as general science knowledge. Regional tournaments are held in early spring, with qualifying teams advancing to the State. The 1st place finishers from all participating states advance to nationals.
SkillsUSA Contact--Steve_Skorup@ipsd.org
SkillsUSA is national organization that serves career, industrial, technical, and health occupation students in high schools, career centers, and community colleges. It provides quality education experiences for students in leadership, teamwork, citizenship and character development. It emphasizes total quality at work: high ethical standards, superior work skills, lifelong education and pride in the dignity of work. Members participate in the state skills competition held each spring, as well as, service projects, homecoming activities, fieldtrips, and career exploration.
Speech: Individual Events - IHSA Event Contact--Sabrina_Crowley@ipsd.org
This activity is open to any student who is interested in competing in the various IHSA and conference meets. Among the various activities include extemporaneous speaking, humorous duet acting, original oratory, dramatic duet acting, prose/poetry reading, original comedy and radio speaking. The season runs September to February and there are opportunities for placing at the conference, regional and state levels. Click on the "IHSA Events" tab on the top of the page to view past State placewinners.
Youth and Government Contact--Chris_Wolak@ipsd.org
The group gives students a hands-on experience working in government, culminating with a weekend trip to the State Capitol. In Springfield, WVHS students enjoy the privilege of using the facilities of the State Capital as they participate in the finest laboratory in state government available.
CULTURAL GROUPS
B.S.A. (Black Student Alliance) Contact--Alexandria_McCain@ipsd.org
The Black Student Alliance is a group of students who come together to address concerns facing their community, targeting primarily African-American students. The primary focus is on raising test scores on standardized tests, the No Child Left Behind (NCLB) act, applying to colleges or jumpstarting their careers. This club is open to all.
Chinese Club - (Emerging) Contact--Wei_Liu@ipsd.org
Chinese Club helps students to have a better understanding of China, the Chinese culture, and the Chinese language. Chinese Club is open to any student from grades 9-12. Students will have the opportunity to try Chinese food, listen to music, watch movies, learn about the language, and celebrate holidays. There will also be help sessions for students who are currently taking Chinese.
French Club/French Honor Society Contact--Debra_Samuelson@ipsd.org
This club is open to any student interested in French culture. Students have a chance to try French foods, play games, listen to music, see French films, and participate in occasional field trips. French Honor Society: Candidates must be enrolled in the fifth semester of French and must have maintained an A average in French during the semester of selection, as well as an A- average in all French classes. Candidates must also have a B average or higher in all other subjects during the semester of selection, as well as a cumulative B- average in all other subjects. French may not be used to calculate this average.
German Club/German Honor Society Contact--Sarah_Leffler@ipsd.org
Any student interested in German culture may join. Activities include games, movies, cooking, festivals, and field trips. German Honor Society: Induction into the German Honor Society requires that students have a 3.6 or higher grade point average in German after at least three semesters with at least a 3.0 average overall. Members are required to continue on to an upper level of German with the exception of graduating seniors. GHS students will also attend German Club meetings.
ISA (Indian Student Association) Contact--Kinjal_Marfatia@ipsd.org
ISA is an emerging club available to any student interested in learning and celebrating Indian Culture. ISA hopes to promote awareness of Indian Culture through a variety of activities and community service projects.
OLAS (Organization of Latin American Students)
Contact--Elise_Reible@ipsd.org
Students work to promote awareness of the Latino community both within WVHS and within the community. OLAS participates in a variety of activities including different community service activities, college fairs and Hispanic conferences. OLAS meets to discuss issues that are important to students in the Hispanic community and is open to all students at WVHS that are interested in Hispanic culture and issues facing students.
Spanish Honor Society Contact--Viviana_Gyori@ipsd.org
Third and fourth year Spanish students, who have a cumulative average of B or above, plus teacher recommendation, are invited to be members. They tutor first- and second-year students, attend cultural field trips, and promote the study and use of Spanish beyond the classroom. They are invited to participate in local and national literary and art contests. Visit the Spanish Honor Society web page.
PERFORMANCE GROUPS
Instrumental
Jazz Bands & Combos Contact--Joshua_Chodoroff@ipsd.org
The WVHS Jazz program consists of three-tiered jazz bands:Jazz Ensemble, Jazz Band, and Swing Band. The Jazz Ensemble offers the highest quality jazz experience to the most capable players. Both the Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Band perform seasonal concerts and travel to festivals in Illinois and other states. The Swing Band is designed to provide a formative jazz experience and performs at seasonal band concerts and special events. There are also three Jazz Combos that perform at various events both at school and in our community. Placement in any of the above jazz bands is determined by auditions in mid-September.
Marching Band Contact--Joshua_Chodoroff@ipsd.org
This all-volunteer group performs at all home Varsity football games, two parades and five competitions. The band typically finishes in first or second place at each competition.
Pep Band Contact--Joshua_Chodoroff@ipsd.org
All band students are eligible to participate in Pep band. Pep band plays at games home Varsity Boys and Girls basketball games as well as special events such as pep rallies. Pep Band and Pep Club will try and work together to create awesome support for our teams.
Percussion Ensemble Contact--Chris_Dandeles@ipsd.org
This ensemble is featured on the annual percussion concert each spring, presenting audiences with significant works for percussion. The percussion ensemble meets twice each week from November to April. Auditions for advanced literature are held in November.
Tri-M Contact-- Krista_Halvorson@ipsd.org
Founded in 1936 by Alexander and Frances Harley, incorporated and renamed Modern Music Masters in 1952, and in 1983 recognized as the Tri-M Music Honor Society, Tri-M is a student-run organization sponsored by the Music Educators National Conference (MENC). Tri-M membership is for any WVHS sophomore, junior, or senior music student based upon the recommendation of their respective ensemble director, the approval of the music department, and a 3.50 or higher GPA. The purpose of Tri-M is to honor our very best music students as well as afford them an opportunity to enhance our music department through service projects and various activities.
Warrior Strings Contact--John_Burck@ipsd.org
Warrior Strings is an auditionstring ensemble which meets once a week, and performs all types of music. Because this group interacts with the audience frequently, some memorization of the music is required. This ensemble performs in the community and Prism Concerts.
Dance
Flags Contact--Caitlynne_Burgess@ipsd.org
Color Guard - The fall color guard is a part of the marching band. Color guard is an artistic expression of music through dance along with the use of equipment such as flags, rifles and sabers. Color guard begins in April with a series of clinics and then tryouts. The guard practices periodically throughout the summer months, attends one week of band camp in August, and practices three days a week once school begins. The color guard performs at home football games, in two local parades and travels to several competitions.
Winterguard is an artistic expression of music through dance, along with the use of equipment such as flags, rifles and sabers. The winterguard season begins in November and continues through the end of March. The guard travels to attend several competitions.
Orchesis Contact--Courtney_Frame@ipsd.org
Orchesis club is a performing dance troupe. Many forms of dance are utilized - modern, ballet, pointe, tap, jazz and hip-hop. Membership is by audition in the spring. Technique classes and performances take place throughout the year with one main stage performance in the late winter.
Pom Pons Contact--Erinn_Moore@ipsd.org
Poms are open to girls 9th 12th grades. The squad performs at football & basketball games, as well as pep assemblies and competitive competitions. Tryouts are held in the spring for the following years squad.
Step Team Contact--Alexandria_McCain@ipsd.org
The art of "stepping" is a dance form that combines elements of military drills with contemporary jazz and hip-hop moves. In stepping, the body takes the place of the drum: this consists of stomping the feet, clapping and slapping the hands against the heels, chest, thighs and other various body parts. This produces the complex rhythmic foundation for this dance style. In addition to this array of bodily percussion, stepping also features complex synchronized body movements, along with singing, chanting, and verbal play. Practices and performances take place throughout the year at many community events. The Step Team participates in at least one area competition each year.
Theatrical
Auditorium Tech Crew Contact--Amy_Haga@ipsd.org
Students interested in all aspects of technical theatre are encouraged to join this crew. Creating and running the light and soundboard for the various organizations that use the auditorium will be this crew's main function.
Drama Club Contact--Dave_Calvert@ipsd.orgA variety of dramatic opportunities are offered to Waubonsie Valley students. Each year, two main stage productions and a musical are offered. In addition, several studio productions may be staged; student directed one acts, and a production that travels to district middle schools. Other opportunities for students to become involved in acting are offered through participation in the IHSA Speech - Group Interpretation and Individual Events. Students are also encouraged to become involved behind the scenes in areas of technical theatre.
Drama Contest Play - IHSA Event Contact--Dave_Calvert@ipsd.orgThis activity's season runs from January through March during odd-numbered years, with competition at the Sectional and State levels. Students interested in technical drama and performance drama should become involved in this activity.
Click on the "IHSA Events" tab on the top of the page to view past State placewinners and quaifying teams.
Freshman Studio Production Contact-- Debra_Peplow@ipsd.org
The freshman play is an opportunity for freshmen to experience theatre at the high school level. Auditions are open only to freshmen and offer a variety of experiences. Students will have the opportunity to go through the audition, rehearsal and performance process.
Group Interpretation - IHSA Event Contact--Debra_Peplow@ipsd.org
This activity has its season from January through March during even-numbered years with competition at the Regional and State level. All students who are interested in interpreting literature through acting and oral expression should become involved in this activity. Click on the "IHSA Events" tab on the top of the page to view past State placewinners and qualifying teams.
Mainstage Productions Contact--Dave_Calvert@ipsd.org
Fall Mainstage - WVHS auditions are open to ALL STUDENTS. Auditions will be held in September in the auditorium. The production will take place in October/November.
Winter Mainstage - Auditions are scheduled in November, and are open to ALL STUDENTS. The production is scheduled for February.
Musical - Each year, WVHS stages at least one Broadway musical. Auditions precede the production by 9 weeks, and are open to ALL STUDENTS. The musicals are co-sponsored/directed by the Music and Drama Departments' staff. Numbers in the cast vary, but musicals are selected to allow numerous opportunities for student involvement.
Vocal
Chamber Singers Contact-- Ryan_Henry@ipsd.org
Chamber Singers is a small, mixed ensemble that performs a wide variety of music, including traditional choral pieces, holiday repertoire, jazz and pop. All WVHS Choir members are welcome to audition. The ensemble performs throughout the community and for various WVHS concerts. Auditions will be held in late August. Chamber Singers meet on Tuesdays after school.
Cloud Nine Contact-- Ryan_Henry@ipsd.org
Cloud Nine is a student-led, nine-voice male a cappella vocal ensemble. They prepare and perform pop, doo-wop, and novelty selections as well as some traditional choral music. Students must be enrolled in a curricular choir to be eligible to participate. Auditions are held in May to establish membership. This is a full-year activity, and the ensemble performs in each of the five curricular choral concerts presented each year.
Pink Notes Contact-- Ryan_Henry@ipsd.org
Pink Notes is a student-led, nine-voice female a cappella vocal ensemble. They prepare and perform pop, doo-wop, and novelty selections as well as some traditional choral music. Students must be enrolled in a curricular choir to be eligible to participate. Auditions are held in May to establish membership. This is a full-year activity, and the ensemble performs in each of the five curricular choral concerts presented each year.
Mosaic Choir Contact--Mark_Myers@ipsd.org
A mosaic is a unique form of art created by bringing many differently shaped and colored pieces of the same material together to ultimately create a single work of beauty. In the choral ensemble Mosaic, the diverse students of Waubonsie Valley experience a sense of unity through the expressive qualities of multicultural music. The choir is open to all students of WVHS regardless of enrollment in a curricular choir.
Show Choirs Contact--Mark_Myers@ipsd.org
The show choirs are ensembles of singer-dancers that perform pop, contemporary, and show tunes in costume with choreography. They rehearse weekly and perform in choral concerts, show choir festivals and clinics, and several community performances throughout the year. Auditions are held in May of the previous school year. Members must also participate in the curricular choir program.
PUBLICATIONS
Premiere - Literary Magazine Contact--Jen_Kastner@ipsd.orgStudents interested in poetry, stories, art, and/or photography may join the staff of Premiere, which meets throughout the year to select and prepare for the May publication of a collection of our school's finest student writing and art. The magazine is submitted annually to the National Council of Teachers of English for evaluation. Enrollment in Creative Writing I and II are suggested.
The Voice - School Newspaper Contact--Keith_Kohler@ipsd.orgThe Voice is the WVHS official student-run newspaper. The paper is produced on a bi-quarterly basis by the newspaper journalism class. Students will apply skills in writing, photography, design, and business to the production of the newspaper. To be considered for the staff, a student must apply to the newspaper journalism class and receive teacher approval.
The Arrowhead - Yearbook Contact--Jen_Brinkman@ipsd.orgThe Arrowhead Yearbook staff is designed for students who enjoy reporting, writing, photography, and design. An interest/background in computer graphics is also a plus. To be on staff, students must apply to the yearbook journalism class, interview, and receive teacher's approval.
SERVICE GROUPS
Best Buddies Contact-- Kim_Dunaway@ipsd.org
Available to all students, the goal of Best Buddies is to pair up same aged peers with other students who have varying disabilities. Once paired, buddies participate in a variety of activities in and out of school throughout the school year.
E-Force (Environment Club) Contact--Carl_Armstrong@ipsd.org
Any student wanting to make a contribution to the environment is welcome. Our aim is to make an impact on behalf of the natural world. We strive to increase student and community environmental awareness through sponsoring activities such as stream monitoring, habitat restoration, recycling, and ecological programs. We need your help!
Key Club Contact--Andrew_Krueger@ipsd.org
Key Club is an International Service Organization, supported by the local KIWANIS, and offered to the young men and women of WVHS. The club sponsors various projects throughout the year designed to help others less fortunate/those in need. Interested students may join.
Link Crew Contact--Lauren_Kato@ipsd.org Link Crew is a nationwide program for junior and senior students who seek to provide guidance and support to the freshmen class. The year-long program starts in the spring for current sophomores and juniors who are interested in developing their leadership skills, sharing their experiences, and promoting a positive school environment. Students start with a training and kick off the year with freshmen orientation in August. During the year, Link Crew works with freshmen students in a variety of settings to help them succeed at the high school level.
Snowball Contact--Catherine_Bartleman@ipsd.org
Operation Snowball is a leadership program highlighted by weekend retreats for high school students every fall and spring. Snowball emphasizes making healthy choices and helps teens enhance their self-esteem, develop and refine decision making skills, and create a positive impact on peers. The name comes from the idea that, If I have a positive impact on you, you can have a positive impact on someone else, and the effect snowballs. Snowball began as an alcohol, tobacco, and drug abuse prevention programs, and has expanded into making a difference in teens lives in hundreds of different ways.
http://snow.ncoyouth.org
SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS
Art Club Contact--Katherine_Steinbring@ipsd.org
Any interested student may join. Students do not need to be currently enrolled in an art class to participate. Members may also elect to work in media that they have not been able to experience in the classroom. Art Club members have been involved with community service projects.
Biotech Club -- Student Group Contact--Pamela_Westfall@ipsd.org
An opportunity for students to pursue in-depth activities that support and go beyond the classroom curriculum related to the constantly changing and exciting field of biotechnology. Prerequisite: Previous or current enrollment in Genetics or Biotechnology or AP Biology.
Book Club Contact-- Nancy_Danforth@ipsd.org or Laurel_Chesla@ipsd.org
Open to all students who enjoy reading and sharing what they read. This club is student-driven and meets every two weeks. Our student book selection committee decides what we read. Join us for snacks and discussion.
Catch-Up & Keep Up Club Contact--Steph_Cassa@ipsd.orgThis group is designed for students who need after school assistance in order to maintain passing grades or to reach their full potential in each class. Students will have access to computers, academic texts and teacher support in order to complete work or study. Students' grade progress will be monitored to ensure the best chance at academic success. The club meets on Thursdays from 2:30-4:30 PM in Room 161.
Christian Student Association Contact-- Diane_Olsen@ipsd.org This organization is for all students interested in learning more about Christianity. We support and affirm each other by reading and studying the Bible, by discussing current events, by participating in community outreach activities, and by living out our faith in our daily lives. We meet on Tuesday mornings at 6:45 a.m. in room 294. New members are always welcome.
Digital Photography Club Contact--Katherine_Steinbring@ipsd.orgOpen to all students interested in the art of photography. Students will take pictures with their own digital cameras and manipulate them in a computer lab. Students will focus on composition and the technical skill of photography. Computer graphics will not be the focus of this club and students will be required to use online photo development for hard copies.
FEA (Future Educators Association) Contact-- Mike_Dwyer@ipsd.org FEA provides students with the opportunity to explore teaching as a career option, to help them develop a realistic understanding of teaching and to encourage students to think seriously about the teaching profession. Some of our activities for members include job shadowing of teachers for a school day, helping elementary students in a tutoring program and taking part in Homecoming and other school sponsored activities. The WVHS FEA chapter participates in Aurora University sponsored activities and competes with other FEA chapters in our region.
Finance Club Contact--Angie_Hysjulien@ipsd.org
Open to all students interested in MONEY! If you've ever wondered how to make your money grow by saving and investing, this club is for you! NOW is the time to learn ways to make your money work for you! Stop in to discuss the latest happenings in the financial world! Investing in YOU is the first step to financial success! There are also opportunities for financial competitions. Hope to see you there!
Greenhouse Club Contact--Rhonda_Stibbe@ipsd.org
The Greenhouse Club is for any student enrolled in Horticulture class who is interested in doing more horticultural activities. It focuses on preparing students for competitions, scholarship opportunities and practical applications like-corsage work, greenhouse work, fieldtrips to horticultural locations. It is a social, educational and student led club. Because it is student run, activities are selected each year based on interest. Past activities have included: competitions at other high schools, trips to the Arboretum, botanical gardens, and local horticultural businesses, making unique floral arrangements for the holidays, and doing unusual horticulture like bonsai and topiaries.
Identity/GSA Contact--Savannah_Smith@ipsd.org
Identity is Waubonsie's Gay-Straight Alliance. This student-lead group strives to make the school a safe place to learn for its gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender students by encouraging tolerance through a combination of social activities and community building events.
Muslim Student Association Contact--Atiqa_Ali@ipsd.org
The Muslim Student Association (MSA) is open to all students interested in learning more about Islam. The group holds a student-led Friday prayer (Jummah) and sermon (Khutbah). The main focus of the group is to learn about Islam and support each other in implementing our faith into our daily lives. We discuss current events, participate in community activities and prepare to compete in the Muslim Interscholastic Tournament (MIST). MSA meets bimonthly, on Fridays at 2:30 in Room 299.
Pep Club Contact--Anna_Ahonen@ipsd.org
Pep Club is for those energetic and enthusiastic WARRIORS who are interested in SHOWING THEIR SCHOOL SPIRIT! "Pep-rz" make posters, banners, paint faces with our Warrior Pride stripes before spirit events. We try and generally have a great time showing the unending SPIRIT of the Warrior. Members will meet twice a month, developing spectacular ways to keep the spirit in everyone.
Robotics Club Contact-- Matthew_Ristow@ipsd.org
Robotics Club is a hands on, team-oriented club that focuses on working with the VEX Robotic system. Students have an opportunity to design, build, program and test the robotic vehicles they create. Ultimately, the students test the performance and success of the robots they create in a regional competition against other local high school Robotics Clubs. If you like to solve problems in a fun and exciting hands-on environment, then come c heck out Robotics Club.
Video Club Contact--Brian_Wiencek@ipsd.org
Video Club, also called WVTV, is a video production club that creates some of the many videos that come to WVTV to be produced. The only crew position that requires experience is the Student Director. The Student Director must be a TV student, or be able to demonstrate TV production experience from community TV or another School. WVTV competes in the Chicagoland High School Video Festival, sponsored by Columbia College and CTEC (Chicagoland Television Educators Council), and hosts their own Young Filmmakers Video Festival in the spring.
Video Games Club Contact-- Elahrai_Stanek@ipsd.org
Video Games Club is open to all who are interested in fun, great people, and playing your favorite vdieo games. Play your games on the BIG screen!
SPORTS SPECIAL INTEREST
Hockey Student Group http://www.waubonsiehockey.com
Know what it feels like to play for your school. Play in the Competitive Metro West League! There are set practice schedules, goalie training coaches, a fund raiser and plenty of hockey action.
Intramurals Contact--Isaiah_Davis@ipsd.org
Intramural sports are offered to any student not participating in an interscholastic sport during the same season. Fall Intramural sports are Open Gym, Flag Football, and Powder Puff Football. Basketball is offered in the winter and in the Spring there is Bowling. Running Club: Liz_Kolkay@ipsd.org Intramural Running promotes physical conditioning through running, stretching, and the lifting of weights. It is for all students: the serious athlete preparing for a sport, the recreational athlete, or someone looking for conditioning. Social and service activities are also included. Ultimate Frisbee: Brendan_Wischweh@ipsd.org Ultimate Frisbee is a fun, competitive, coed (males and females) team sport that requires no experience. At WVHS, it is a fall sport that is played outside. All are welcomed to be a part of this interactive experience!
Lacrosse Student Group http://wvlacrosse.org/
Lacrosse is an emerging IHSA sport. The sport of lacrosse is a combination of basketball, soccer and hockey. Anyone can play lacrosse--the big or the small. The game requires (and rewards) coordination and agility, not brawn. Quickness and speed are two highly prized qualities in lacrosse. An exhilarating sport, lacrosse is fast-paced and full of action. Long sprints up and down the field, abrupt starts and stops, precision passes and dodges are routine in men's and women's lacrosse. Lacrosse is played with a stick, the crosse, which must be mastered by the player to throw, catch and scoop the ball.
Rugby Student Group Contacts--Boys-Bob McNeel rsmcneel@yahoo.com
Girls-Marc Jablonski marc.jablonski@yahoo.com
Waubonsie Valley Rugby is open to all students, male and female, freshman through senior. The season runs from February through May. Teams compete against other local high schools in competitive matches with the opportunity to compete in play-offs. Off-season conditioning occurs throughout the school year. In 2009 the WV Rugby team won the State Championship.
Special Olympics Contact--Sarah_Kemerly@ipsd.org
Available to all students as athletes or peer coaches, the goal of Special Olympics is to provide access to sports to athletes with varying disabilities. Athletes compete in weight lifting, cardio, basketball, swimming, track and field, as well as bowling. Students volunteer as peer coaches to workout throughout the sports season.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
Student Council Head S. C. Contacts -- Alexandra_Rentner@ipsd.org or
Taylor_Drefcinski@ipsd.org
Freshman S. C. Contact--Jill_Casey@ipsd.org or Nicole_Stewart@ipsd.org
Sophomore S. C. Contact--Viviana_Gyori@ipsd.org or Jose_Garcia@ipsd.org
Junior S. C. Contact-- or Joy_Falson@ipsd.org or Melissa_McKendry@ipsd.org
Senior S. C. Contact--Mary_Schobert@ipsd.org or Terry_Zettle@ipsd.org
Our organization is for students who are interested in taking pride & leadership roles in their school. Each class council consists of three officers & their elected class representatives. These students are elected by their respective classes & aid the council in developing & improving activities. Many of our activities encourage both school & community involvement throughout the year. Class meetings are held during fourth hour lunch. Additionally, representatives will attend full Student Council meetings once a month.
Offerings are subject to change