Clubs
Clubs are a fun and inclusive way to interact with new people at school! If you want to join a club, a list of them is below and the teachers you can contact for more information.
Any questions about Clubs should be directed to our Club Coordinator, Sam Holley: holl00658@eduhsd.k12.ca.us
If you want to start a new club, the documents you need are below:
FUNDRAISING FORMS
FUNDRAISING REQUEST FORM (MUST BE SUBMITTED UP TO 2 WEEKS BEFORE FUNDRAISER)
FUNDRAISING RECAP FORM (MUST BE SUBMITTED WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF FUNDRAISER FINISH)
Academic Decathlon
Club Advisor: Mr. Beatty (ext. 2328) website
Club Description: Kids are given a set of materials that they study for a semester and then compete against other schools in the county.
Meeting:
Tuesday: Flex period, After school in H12
Thursday: Flex period, After School in H12
Accolade (Yearbook)
Club Advisor: Mrs. Briggs (ext. 2367)
Club Description: The yearbook club, take pictures and contribute to the Ponderosa Yearbook!
Meeting: 4th period in class
Band
Club Advisor: Kevin Bowlson
Club Description: Play instruments and take part of school events while learning more about music.
Meeting: In class, Friday at 3:30 in M1/M2
Campus Light
Club Advisor: Mr. Wilkes
Club Description: A gathering of Christian students for support, encouragement, prayer, fun and fellowship.
Meeting: Tuesdays at lunch in J8
Chess Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Bertram (ext. 2238)
Club Description: Come to learn chess or learn to play at a higher level.
Meeting: Wednesdays and Fridays in K14
Cross Country / Track and Field
Club Advisor: Mrs. Norwood (ext. 2365)
Club Description: Participate in Track and Field and Cross Country
Meeting: Afterschool on the track or P1 every day but Sunday
CSF (California Scholarship Federation)
Club Advisor: Mrs. Hodson (ext. 2348)
Club Description: Honors Society
When/Where: 3rd Wednesday of a month in H11 or quad
Requirements: Membership is determined by grades earned in academic classes. Points are given based on grades earned. An A = 3 points, B = 1 point, an A in an AP course is equal to 4 points, and a B in an AP course is equal to 2 points. Complete information is printed on the application that must be submitted each semester. Membership is not automatic, you must apply each semester.
Important Documents:
Days for Girls
Club Advisor: Jennifer Pfeifer
Club Description:
Meeting: Friday once a month at lunch in F14
Drama Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Fritz (ext. 2318)
Club Description: To organize, promote, and rehearse the two main stage productions at PHS, put on several smaller productions, to organize and fund drama field trips.
Meeting: Monday after school in D1
Fashion Club
Club Advisor: Ms. Speake
Club Description: A club where those interested in fashion can share their ideas
When/Where: Thursday at Flex
FFA Ag Mechanics
Club Advisor: Bret Harnden
Club Description:
When/Where: Monday 5th period in S3
FFA (Future Farmers of America)
Club Advisor: Ms. Friedmann (ext. 2247)
Club Description: Agriculture students in all grades are expected to participate in this club. Leadership skills, public speaking, animal projects, and development of financial responsibility are all goals of the FFA.
Meeting: During class and one Tuesday a month at 6 pm in large gym/cafeteria
Requirements: Must be enrolled in an Agriculture class.
FFA Floral
Club Advisor: Mrs. Fletcher (ext. 2380)
Club Description: Use flowers and a variety of plants to create assortments.
Meeting: During class 3rd and 5th period
Requirements: Be enrolled in an FFA or Agriculture class or elective
French Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Johnson, E (ext. 2322)
Club Description: Cultural activities such as watching French movies, go to French restaurant, go to plays or museums, games in French (such as Scrabble), and caroling in French.
Meeting: Date is TBD in P5
Hands 4 Hope Club
Club Advisor: Mr. Thomas
Club Description: To grow the next generation of socially responsible citizens by engaging youth in community outreach.
Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesday at lunch in H13
ILS Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Clements
Club Description: Students of the ILS Class gather together to fundraise for school trips and growing in life skills.
Meeting: During ILS Class
Key Club
Club Advisors: Ms. Brown (ext. 2334) Website
Club Description: A service club sponsored by Kiwanis International and Placerville Kiwanis offering student volunteers for El Dorado County events.
When/Where: Mondays at lunch in J1
Requirements: 50 hours of service per year. $20 dues and regular attendance at general meetings (members are allowed 2 unexcused absences per school year).
Journalism Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Briggs (ext. 2367)
Club Description:
Meeting: Lunch in H14
Mock Trial Club
Club Advisors: Ms. Hodson (ext. 2348)
Club Description: Mock Trial is a simulated trial proceeding created to teach students legal procedures, reasoning, critical thinking, decision making, public speaking, teamwork, and leadership skills. Students work with a hypothetical criminal case in roles of pretrial attorneys, defense and prosecution attorneys, witnesses, court clerks, bailiffs, and jurors.
Meeting: TBD lunch/flex/after school in H11
Mountain Bike Club
Club Advisor: Mr. Bennett (ext. 2257)
Club Description: To enjoy learning and discussing all aspects of mountain biking.
Meeting: Once a month in the cafeteria when announced
Newspaper Club
Club Advisor: Rhonda Briggs (ext. 2341)
Club Description: Manage the Ponderosa newspaper and write about events.
Meeting: At lunch in H13 on March 3rd, April 7th, and May 5th
Physics/Robotics Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Brown (2334)
Club Description: To provide students with the opportunity to advance their knowledge of and interest in physics outside the physics classroom.
Meeting: Every other Monday at Lunch in J1
QSA Club
Club Advisor: Kevin Bowlson (ext. 2239)
Club Description: The QSA Club is looking for members who are both LGBTQ and straight. We strive to eliminate the social stigmas that are common in society today.
Meeting: Every Thursday at lunch in Room M1
Raspberry Pi Club
Club Advisor: Mr. Bennett
Club Description: Learn about coding.
Meeting: Wednesday and Friday at Flex
Roller Hockey Club
Club Advisor: Mr. Fulp and Mrs. Yorba (ext.2352)
Club Description: Co-Ed Street Hockey on the blacktop next to the tennis courts.
When/Where: Every Tuesday from 3-4:30 pm on the blacktop.
Requirements: Permission slip, in line skates, helmet, knee pads and stick. Release of Liability Form
Rugby Club
Club Advisor: Jenna Beal
Club Description: Play Rugby
When/Where: Tuesday or Wednesday at flex in room G4
Saving Throw D&D Club
Club Advisor: Baginski
Club Description: Play D&D
When/Where: Every Wednesday during flex period, location TBD
Science in Action Club
Club Advisor: Jenny Robinson
Club Description:
When/Where: TBD in Room J2
Spanish Club
Club Advisor: Ms. Walker (ext. 2268) and Ms. Graves (ext. 2309)
Club Description: To explore a common interest in the Spanish language and cultures of different countries. This is a social club that offers students a chance to express themselves and learn about others in artistic ways. Activities include pot lucks and food festivals, watching movies, listening to many types of music, learning dances, creating handicrafts and visiting restaurants or theaters. Some students often donate tutoring services in Spanish on a monthly basis.
When/Where: Tuesday flex period in P7
Requirements: Student is currently enrolled in a Spanish course or has taken Spanish previously. An interest in the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries with an emphasis on art, music, dance, and food.
Speech & Debate Club
Club Advisor: Ms. Walker (ext. 2268)
Team Coach: Mr. Brock Dyer
Club Description: To compete in local speech and debate tournaments and to improve speaking skills.
When/Where: Every week Tuesday & Thursday flex period and after school in room P-7.
Requirements: Compete at tournaments and attend meetings and practices.
Sunshine Club (Current on Hiatus)
Club Advisor:
Club Description:
When/Where:
Young Life Club
Club Advisor: Mrs. Beal (ext. 2331)
Club Description: To meet and build relationships with students. Also provide experiences that are fun which give them the chance to hear about the love of Jesus.
Meeting: Mondays 7pm, contact advisor for more information.