Ridge Clubs

ACGN

Meeting Day: Tuesdays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Seminar Room (Library)

Supervisor: Mr. Ha

Leaders: Jack Lin (1linjac@hdsb.ca)

ACGN is a subculture which is for people who's interested in anime, comic, games and novel. ACGN is a club for people who's interested in anime, comic, games and novel to meet and communicate with each other to share their experiences etc. Also there will be events such as cosplay contest or attending to an anime or comic con such as "Anime North". 

Arts Club

Meeting Day: Thursdays

When: After School

Where: Room 114

Supervisor: Mr. Butler

Leaders: Madeline Ray (1raymad@hdsb.ca)

Art Club is a club where anyone of any artistic ability can come to create freely. We create various art installations throughout the school, such as the Remembrance Day installation. We also make interactive murals like the Big Bash colouring page, Fall Fest tree and more! When we're not creating for the school or in collaboration with other clubs, we are creating for ourselves. We do many smaller, craftier activities such as painting, collaging and sculpting with clay. Everyone is welcome to join us at our weekly meetings! 

Biotechnology Club

Meeting Day: Thursdays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 303

Supervisor: Mr. Pearce and Mr. Merner

Leaders: Nicholas Chronis (1chronisnic@hdsb.ca)

The Biotechnology Club explores the exciting field of biotechnology in scientific research. Club members learn about the fundamentals of biotechnology, modern applications of tools and techniques used in the discovery of new medical therapies and their impact on human health. In addition, students will have opportunities to learn from invited guest speakers, attend science outreach programs/labs at universities, participate in fundraisers and more. 

Canadian Cancer Society Club

Meeting Day: Mondays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Seminar Room (Library)

Supervisor: Ms. Buchli-Stanat

Leaders: Amrita Dhaliwal (1dhaliwaamr2@hdsb.ca)

The Canadian Cancer Society club allows anyone to get involved in community donation events to help spread awareness and raise money that goes toward cancer research. 

Chess Club

Meeting Day: Tuesdays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 123

Supervisor: Mrs. Barsan

Leaders: Nathan Skoczkowski (1skoczkownat@hdsb.ca) or Elbert Nhan (1nhanelb@hdsb.ca

Chess Club is a club where you can hone your skills as a chess player or learn how to play. Chess is a game where you can hone your skills to be both analytical and logical in your moves. During your time in the club, you will learn how to play, different openings, opening technique, endgame technique, and have an overall grasp on how to play chess. We plan to host an in house chess tournament where you will be able to compete with others. 

Debate Club

Meeting Day: Thursdays

When: After School

Where: Room 223

Supervisor: Mr. Schaffer

Leaders: Isabella Lu (1luisa@hdsb.ca)

It is a great place to get better public speaking and analytical skills. We host a debate tournament every year which is a great opportunity for students at Iroquois to compete against other schools in a friendly manner. 

 

Global Issues

Meeting Day: Tuesdays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 223

Supervisor: Mr. Schaffer

Leaders: Da Yun Chung (1chungday@hdsb.ca

Previous Initiatives: We Scare Hunger, We bake for change, Water filter fundraiser with World Vision, Operation Christmas Child, Biweekly Kahoot Games 

Mini MBA

Meeting Day: Thursdays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 115

Supervisor: Mr. Forsyth

Leaders: Jaiden Ratti (1rattijai@hdsb.ca) or Anuraj Shah (1shahanu@hdsb.ca)

Learn about Business, Investing, Entrepreneurship and more. Mini MBA hosts weekly meetings on Investment Strategies, FinTech, Innovation and more. If you are looking to pursue the business or technology field, Mini MBA is for you! 

Ping Pong Club

Meeting Day: Wednesdays

When: After School

Where: Forum

Supervisor: Mr. Prasad

Leaders: Jim Song (1songjim3@hdsb.ca)

Ping Pong Club is held every Wednesday afterschool. We invite all students in school to come and enjoy playing Ping Pong. I will use the Pingpong table and racket. Last but not least I am planing to hold a Pingpong competition during November. 

Ridge Pride

Meeting Day: Fridays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 213

Supervisor: Ms. Grieve

Leaders: Unknown

Ridge Pride is a club that provides support and conversation, for and about, LGBT+ topics. It is an open space for Allies and people part of the LGBT+ community to socialize and be more involved in the school including Pink Day, Pride Month and Transgender Day of Remembrance. 

Ridge Report

Meeting Day: Mondays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 206

Supervisor: Ms. Snedden

Leaders: Nikita Jacob (1jacobnik2@hdsb.ca) or Nikita Chugh (1chughnik@hdsb.ca)

We are Iroquois Ridge's Official Newspaper! Over the course of the year, we cover events such as Events at the Ridge, Student interests, Pop culture and Current events. Visit our site http://ridgereport.blogspot.com 

Tech Under 20

Meeting Day: Tuesdays

When: Start of Lunch

Where: Room 230

Supervisor: Mr. Shaft

Leaders: Anuraj Shah (1shahanu@hdsb.ca)

This club is all about technology, business and entrepreneurship. We will teach you skills in all of these topics to ensure that you become the person you want to be. As a community organization, we hold events all across the GTA and we will be sharing all of that information when you come out to our chapter meetings.