Club Name

Description

Time & Place

Faculty Sponsor(s)

3D: Computer Animation

Explore and create 3D content and create and produce original 3D animation television show for LHWHS.

Tues./Thurs. after school

Mr. Raedeke

Africa United

An opportunity to immerse yourself in the different cultures within the continent of Africa through music and dance, raise awareness, get involved to make a difference.  Participate in annual festival and black history month ceremony.

Thurs. after school

Mrs. Davidson
Ms. Beck

Anime

This club provides students a forum to explore Anime, learn to draw Anime, create Anime on the computer, and share their knowledge of skills with others.

Twice monthly

Mrs. Pauken

Art In Action

Club purpose is to create works or art in groups and individually to donate/auction for charity (TBD).  Club offers students a chance to have open studio work time, develop skills in different media and be creative.

Tuesdays

Mrs. Chavez

Blue Crew

Promotes spirit and attendance at Ladue games.

As Announced

Ms. Carson

Chess Club

Purpose of the club is to have fun and play chess and compete against other schools.  Meets from September through January

Mondays 2:30 – 4:15 p.m. and matches every Wednesday

Mrs. Edgar

Club Asia

To educate students about Asian culture and offer a safe accepting environment for students interested in Asian culture.  Club is open to anyone who has an interest. 

Wednesdays

Mrs. Hier
Mrs. Magers
Mrs. Kyles

Club Mud

Club Mudd is designed to develop a creative outlet for students who are interested in ceramic arts.  Items made by members are put on display and sales are held.  Members also visit art galleries and visit other ceramic art related activities outside of school. 

Thursdays – 2:20-3:45

Open Studio – Mon-Wed – 2:30-3:30

Mr. Sachs

Crescendo

A community within the school community to share in artistic expression and to publish this work.  Pieces are also critiqued based on style and artistic expression.  Staff positions with specific expectations are available

Wednesdays 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Dr. Duckham

DueCare

The purpose of this club is to raise money for families in need.  Activities to include but not limited to the following:  do labor work for an organization, put together backpacks of school supplies, make sure everyone is getting the most of their school experience, etc.

One or two times per month

Mr. Cornwell

Elements
(Environmental Club)

Provides activities and educational opportunities to increase environmental awareness.

Tuesdays after school

Mr. La Barge
Mr. Schmidt

F-Stop (Photo Club)

To allow students time to practice their photo skills, hear peer critiques, take and print self-directed subject matter.  Also will try to take some trips to shoot unique things and visit local galleries.

1st and 3rd Monday
afternoons

Mrs. Shaw

Flu Drive Patrol

To raise awareness about the flu and encourage parents to remember to give them their flu shot.  The club will publicize the advantage of getting kids flu shots early.

Tuesdays after school once a month

Mrs. Spector

French Club

Club offers a chance to broaden knowledge of French culture by enjoying movies, foods, games and field trips.

2nd Thurs. of Month and French holidays

Mme. Sevier

Fun 4 Everyone Club

A group committed to helping others in activities such as Challenge Baseball and raising money for sports-related charities.

1st & 3rd Thurs.
8:00 p.m.

Mrs. Spector

Hebrew Club

Hebrew Club activities include breakfasts, fun activities, charity fundraising events, discussions, etc.  Open to those who have an interest in the language.

As Announced

Mr. Pinsberg

Homework Club

Tutoring for 6th graders at Ladue Middle School

Tues. & Thurs. afternoon at LMS 3:00 – 4:15 p.m.

Mr. Goldwasser

HOP (Hunger Outreach

HOP is an organization working to end hunger in the St. Louis area, US and worldwide.  Dedicated, creative, energetic student volunteers are needed to work on donation collections, fun community events, and various other projects in the school and community.

Ms. Hartigan
Ms. Glon

Jewish Student Union

To provide programming that teaches about and involves students in Jewish culture.  All are welcome.

Every other Wednesday

Mrs. Oberlander
Mrs. Summa

Kids Fighting Cancer

To educate students about the dangers and possible cures to cancer.  To build creativity by  making kids make books to read at Barnes Jewish Hospital.

Twice monthly

Mr. Waterson

LAASA Ladue African-American Students

Provides venues for Ladue African American students to excel academically, celebrate heritage and culture, develop leadership skills, promotes social awareness, positive relationships, volunteering, mentoring and scholarship fundraising. 

Twice Monthly-
Blue Wednesdays/
Thursdays
10:00 – 10:30 a.m.

Mrs. Haywood-Gaskin

Ladue Care

Ladue Coalition for Animal Rights and the Environment.  The purpose of the club is to collect items for the Humane Society and to make sure the school environment is clean and free of litter and trash.

Mr. Waterson

Ladue Book Club

Club members read and discuss books they have chosen and host a book drive.  Open to any one who has interest in reading and discussing various types of literature.

Once A Month

Mrs. Russell

Ladue Pokeman Club

Play Pokeman, fund raising plans include the zoo and ASPCA.

Mrs. Glon
Mrs. Pauken
Ms. Smallwood

Ladue Theatre

Club promotes knowledge and experience and skills for students of theatre at LHWHS.  Membership is audition based for actors. Selection/interest based crews.

Mondays through Thursdays

Mrs. Burmeister

Link Crew

Link Crew is as high school transition program that increases freshman success.  Members of the junior and senior class are trained to be Link Leaders who act as positive role models, motivators, mentors, and teachers helping guide the freshmen to discover what it takes to be successful during the transition to high school.  Applications are due in March for the 2011 – 2012 school year.

Mrs. Gutchewsky
Mr. Tabscott
Mr. Tarpey

Mandarin Club

This club wants to provide a student-based learning environment to learn the Chinese language.  Chinese teacher visits will be included.
Dues $20 per school year to pay for teachers.

Fridays
after school

Dr. Hahn

Math Team

You will compete individually or as a team in a variety of local, regional, and national math events.

Flexible

Dr. Pais

Music Appreciation Club

An opportunity to increase awareness of music genres throughout history, encourage dialogue and share your favorite music.

Mondays, 2:30 p.m. Room 242

Mr. Waterson

No Place For Hate

Promote tolerance and discussions between groups with different beliefs.  Educate selves on world religions.  Discuss hot topics and reduce fear, hate and violence.

Mondays after school, 1-2 times a month

Mrs. Russell
Mrs. Upadhyay

Operation S.O.T.-Operation Support Our Troops

Group sends letters and care packages overseas to an adopted deployed military unit.

TBA Wednesdays or Thursdays and monthly CARE package nights

Mrs. McCaffrey

Quidditch Club

A group with which to share your interest in a fast growing college/high school club sport.  Bring your own broom!

Twice monthly

Mr. Hill

Read It Again Books

The purpose is to raise money through fundraisers and donations to purchase books for Americorps.  All books will be given to under privileged children.

Wednesday after school.

Dr. Duckham

Show Choir

Show Choir is a select group of students who meet outside of the school day to prepare music and choreography for performances.  Show Choir focuses on Musical Theatre, Jazz, and “Pop” Music.  Show Choir provides experiences for students in staging, lighting, costuming, choreography and community performances. Membership by audition.

Tues. 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Sun. 2:00 - 5:00 p.m., as needed

Mr. Lowery

Solar Rayce Club

Members of the Solar Rayce Club develop an understanding of solar power as an alternative fuel source.  They design and build a solar powered machine to compete in the annual national race.

Tuesdays
2:30 – 4:00 p.m.
Room 186 or auto lab

Mr. Schmidt

Spanish Club

Any student interested in Spanish.  As a group to enhance the understanding of the cultures of Spanish speaking countries.

Every other Tuesday – 2nd semester

Mrs. Pauken

Strolling Strings

Members of Strolling Strings will be instructed in the area of strolling performance in various genres of music – light classical, fiddle and show tunes.  This group performs at community events.  Members must audition, be an outstanding musician, and attend rehearsals and concerts.

Tuesdays
7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

Mr. Lindhorst

Students Helping Students

The goal of this group is to contribute to society by educating students on children in need and providing love and support to them.  The purpose of this group is to raise money for SHC sponsored projects and to unite students for the common goal of helping children within the community and worldwide.

1st & 3rd Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

TBD

Studio 204

To increase student participation in art as well as opportunities for people involved in art.  To make use of the school’s talent and resources to give back to Ladue and local businesses.

TBA

Mr. Raedeke

Talking Rams

The Talking Rams promote, develop and perfect skills in public speaking, debate and oral interpretation through interscholastic competition. 

After school Monday through Thursday, weekend invitationals and tournaments.

Ms. Beck

Tennis Club

The Tennis Club promotes the improvement of tennis skills at weekly sessions.

After school Thurs, Nov. - Mar. Frontenac Racquet Club

Dr. Hahn

Volunteer Radar

The purpose is to get students educated and aware of volunteer opportunities that are available in the community.

Twcie monthly on Wednesdays

Mr. Tenpas

Web Site Design

The Web Site Design Club provides students with a forum to explore, practice, and continue their learning of web site design as well as prepare for programming competitions.

To be announced

Mrs. Erwin

Woods Club

This club allows learners to woodworking skills and techniques and to develop personal projects or repair personal wood products from home.  Club is open to all, but safety test and instruction are required for the students that have not had a high school level woods class.  Begins after the first 6-week grading period of each year.

Wednesdays, 2:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Mr. Schmidt

Yoga Club

This club is to encourage the interest in the practice of Yoga and to become a fit individual.

Thursdays
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Ms. Garavaglia

Young Democrats

The Young Democrats Club promotes ideals of the Democratic party.  Encourages civic participation, keeps students up to date with current events and does community service.

As Announced

Ms. Garvey
Mrs. Upadhyay

Young Moderates

A club formed to discuss politics in a relaxed environment and to promote political education from all angles.

First Tuesday of the month

Mrs. Spector
Mr. Stidman

Young Republicans

A group to educate its members and others about political and social issues, participate in the political process, community GOP activities and community service.  Open to all wanting to be more involved citizens.

Wednesday AC Labs

Mrs. Russell