Accurate as of February 26, 2024

The Alzheimer's Awareness Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To raise money for the Alzheimer's Association for continued research on the disease.

Advisor: Mrs. Wolkov

Contact Information:

Remind code: @alzawar

Meetings: Every other Monday at lunch in Room D120

American Cancer Society / Relay for Life

Purpose/Mission Statement: This organization's purpose is to fundraise for the American Cancer Society. We will become Taft's first ACS chapter and act as a branch of ACS and fund and donate money to them to work for the solution of cancer as we know it.

Advisor: Ms. Bullis

Contact Information:

Remind code: TBD

Meetings: Every other Thursday at lunch in Room D118

Amnesty International

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Taft Chapter of Amnesty International meets weekly to discuss human rights internationally and take direct action to advocate.

Advisor: Ms. Deluca

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @taftamnesty

Remind: @amnestyths

Meetings: Thursdays at Lunch in T255

(NEW) Animal Activists Assocation (AAA)

Purpose/Mission Statement: We aim to help animals in need, providing them with resources that will help them survive! 

Advisor: Ms. Bullis

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @filminfashionclub

Meetings: Tuesdays at lunch in Room D118

(NEW) Art of Peace Club, The

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Art of Peace Club is a practice-based social and emotional learning curricula, workshop series, and content strand.

Advisor: Mr. Johns

Contact Information:

Remind: @aopctaft

Meetings: Every other Thursday at Lunch in T254

(NEW) Art Cinema Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To establish appreciation for art and cinematic pieces.

Advisor: Mr. Ferreria

Contact Information:

Instagram - @taft_art_cinema

Discord: TBD

Meetings: Tuesdays at Lunch in D219

Artificial Intelligence Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To allow students interested in artificial intelligence to engage in fun and educational coding competitions and projects that exemplify concepts of CS and machine learning.

Advisor: Ms. Ayvazian

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @taft_ai_club

Remind: @taftai

Meetings: Thursdays at Lunch in T253

Asian/Pacific Islander Student Association

Purpose/Mission Statement: APISA meets weekly to learn about AAPI culture and participate in activites.

Advisor: Mr. Johns

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftapi

Instagram: @apisataft

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in T254

ASL Honor Society

Purpose/Mission Statement: Advanced level American Sign Language students will provide sign language services for the school and Beginner Level ASL students. They will also participate in National ASLHS Deaf community activities and competitions. Students who complete all the requirements to be an active member of ASLHS will earn a cord and/or medal to wear at their graduation ceremony.

Advisor: Mrs. Wolkov

Contact Information:

Schoology group code: 7KQS-VPQ8-S242Z

Meetings: Held once a month at the members discretion and based on need in D120

(NEW) Aviation Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our mission is to explore the inner workings of aircraft and the industry behind them, including: research, development, runways, air traffic, physics of flight, etc. We hope that when someone joins our club, they leave with important information that can be applied in industries like piloting or developing aircraft.

Advisor: Ms. Varma

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @taftaviationclub

REMIND - @fdcbhh

Meetings: Every other Tuesday at lunch in D223

Be The Change

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our club's purpose is to help better the community through social activist movements, i.e. mental health awareness, voting rights, access to necessary supplies, etc.

Advisor: Mr. Johns

Contact Information:

Instagram: @bethechangegs

Remind code: 6bdc9e

Meetings: First Tuesday of each month at lunch in T254

Book Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: We want to examine classic and modern literature in a fun way with the hope of encouraging a love of reading in its members and others.

Advisor: Mrs. Wolkov

Contact Information:

Instagram: Taftcharterbookclub

Remind: @TCHSbook

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in D120

Books for the Better

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose is to provide books to those in need, such as elementary schools, libraries, hospitals, and affiliated organizations that will provide for those in need. It is also a place where book lovers can come together.

Advisor: Ms. Felix

Contact Information:

Instagram: TBD

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Every other Thursday at lunch in Room T250

(NEW) Bridging Gaps Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose is to offer community service opportunities for students, so we can come together and be volunteers of the San Fernando Valley Rescue Mission Shelter. Volunteer opportunities involve childcare and hosting meals.

Advisor: Mr. Kaplan

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in Room T152

(NEW) Bright Smile

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of this club is to create cards and written letters for children in hospitals to make them feel more cheerful, happy, and not alone. We will host times to go to the hospital and hand the cards out to each child.

Advisor: Mr. Moon

Contact Information:

Schoology: TBD

Remind: TBD

Meetings: First Monday of every month in Room R180

BSU (Black Student Union)

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our vision is to help teach students about advocacy, leadership, empowerment, and help gain friendships.

Advisor: Mr. Randolph & Ms. Swinson

Contact Information:

Remind code: @taftbsu

Instagram: tafthsbsu

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in B200

California Scholarship Federation (CSF)

Purpose/Mission Statement: The California Scholarship Federation, Inc. is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to recognize and encourage academic achievement and community service with 1500 chapters in middle school and high schools throughout the state. Eligible students compromise each chapter and can become members by submitting applications based on report card grades.

Advisor: Ms. Ramos

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftcsf23

Schoology Code: 2JPB-H3VD-B3DXR

Meetings: Every other Monday at lunch in Taft Hall

Cans for the Community

Purpose/Mission Statement: Cans for the Community is a dedicated and compassionate club committed to alleviating hunger and improving the lives of the less fortunate within our community. Our mission is to collect and distribute cans of food to those in need, fostering a sense of unity and compassion amoung our members and the broader community. Cans for the Community - Nourishing hearts one can at a time.

Advisor: Mrs. Drucker

Contact Information:

Remind: @canftc

Instagram: @cansforthecommunity.taft

Meetings: Every Fridays at lunch in Room C117

Cards Boards N Cords

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose is to make a welcoming community and to include everyone that wants to play cards, board games, and video games.

Advisor: Mr. Moon

Contact Information:

Instagram: @cards_boards_n_cords

Meetings: Tuesdays at Lunch in R180

Cards For a Cause

Purpose/Mission Statement: Cards for a Cause's purpose is to donate sports cards to kids at events, while also learning about collecting and investing in sports cards.

Advisor: Mrs. Ortiz-Quevedo

Contact Information:

Group Chat: See club members for access

Meetings: Every other Wednesdays at lunch in M267

Change for Children

Purpose/Mission Statement: To spread joy and kindness to kids in need through handwritten letters, handmade bracelets, kits, and more. We will gladly dedicate our time to ensure that children receive the education and care they deserve.

Advisor: Mr. Kaplan

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftcfcc

Meetings: Every other Friday at lunch in Room T152

Charity Water Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of this club is to fundraise fort he organization, "Charity Water," in order to support their mission of providing clean and safe drinking water to people in developing countries

Advisor: Mr. Merina

Contact Information:

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Every other Monday at lunch in Room M161

(NEW) Chess Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To show how much fun you can have learning and playing chess.

Advisor: Mr. Whitley

Contact Information:

Instagram - @taft.chess.club

Meetings: Everyday at lunch in Room M162

Cineverse

Purpose/Mission Statement: Cineverse is a welcoming community for students passionate about exploring and appreciating the world of cinema. We will be having various movie genres and choices. Anyone can join the fun!

Advisor: Ms. Snyder

Contact Information:

Remind: @fa34c67

Instagram: @thscineverse

Meetings: Every Thursday at lunch in Room D121

Class of 2024 (Senior) Steering Committee

Purpose/Mission Statement: We plan and create all Senior activities to ensure the best Senior year possible!

Advisor: Ms. Martinez

Contact Information:

Instagram: @tafths2024

Remind - @7ga3cd

Meetings: Period 4 & TBD

Class of 2025 (Junior) Steering Committee

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our puroose is to raise money for the Class of 2025 and to promote Taft pride and spirit.

Advisor: Mrs. Wolkov

Contact Information:

Instagram: @tafthsclassof2025

Meetings: Wednesdays in Room D120

Class of 2026 (Sophomore) Steering Committee

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose is to raise funds for the Class of 2026 and promote class and school spirit!

Advisor: Mrs. Boulanger

Contact Information:

Instagram- @taft.hs2026

Remind - @2026steer

Meetings: TBD

Class of 2027 (Freshman) Steering Committee

Purpose/Mission Statement: To lead the Class of 2027 by planning class bonding events and fundraising for the Class of 2027 future events.

Advisor: Ms. Goldsman

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftclassof27

Meetings: Fridays at Lunch in Room M271

Clothed Donations

Purpose/Mission Statement: We wish to help our community out by collecting used clothes and donating them to people in need.

Advisor: Mr. Puente

Contact Information:

Instagram - TBD

Meetings: Every two weeks on Tuesday at lunch in Room M264

Collage Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of Collage Club is to bring students together to make collages and vision boards to reminisce on the past and envision your future.

Advisor: Mrs. Snyder

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Every other Thursday at lunch in Room D121

College and Career Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: College and Career Club is geared towards spreading enriching opportunities and resources for students to prepare for a brighter future.

Advisor: Ms. Muñoz

Contact Information:

Instagram: TBD

Remind code: @taftccc

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room M263

Commissioner Serio Teen Court Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This organization will have its purpose to foster an awareness of the judicial process and create an outlet for civic engagement within the court system.

Advisor: Ms. Mazmanian

Contact Information:

Remind code: @THSCourt24

Meetings: Once a month after school via Zoom

Competitive Math Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To introduce a new way of thinking about math by solving problems from prestigious math competitions, such as the American Mathematics Competition (AMC).

Advisor: Mr. Dozal

Contact Information:

Schoology: TBD

Meetings: Every other Tuesday during lunch in Room M268

Cricket Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: At Taft's Cricket Club, students will learn about the sport, have fun, and develop an interest over time. They will acquire skill of playing an upcoming sport in the USA.

Advisor: Mr. Boulanger

Contact Information:

Remind: @cce6bhe

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in Room M165

CyberPatriots

Purpose/Mission Statement: 

Advisor: Ms. Bradford & Ms. Ingram

Contact Information:

Instagram - 

Meetings: 

DHH Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To promote and provide academic, social, cultural, and recreational activities for its members, as well as to promote continuing awareness and involvement between its members and other students at Taft High School

Advisor: Ms. O'Keefe

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in Room D119

Diversity in STEM

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our mission is to educate people on the underrepresentation of minorities, such as people of color and women in the field of STEM and to provide resources and help for the individuals, motivating them to reach their future career goals effectively.

Advisor: Ms. Malik

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftdiversityinstem23

Meetings: Every other Thursday at lunch in Room T252

Drama Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To educate about theater events and improve improv skills through activities.

Advisor: Mr. Sehres

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taft_drama

Meetings: Every Wednesday at lunch in Room C108

Excellent Math Club, The

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose and mission is to encourage others to learn all about math and to offer help to those who need it and to help enrich the minds of our members.

Advisor: Ms. Malik

Contact Information:

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Every Tuesday at lunch in T252

Film in Fashion

Purpose/Mission Statement: This club seeks to explore the use of film and photographic techniques in the fasion industry and the parallels between art forms, including color theory, proportion, and contrast. 

Advisor: Ms. Snyder 

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @filminfashionclub

Meetings: Every Wednesday at lunch in Room D121

(NEW) French Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Taft Charter High School French Club is a club where Taft students can engage in conversations and learn about French society, language, and culture, regardless if they speak French or not. 

Advisor: Ms. Bradford 

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @filminfashionclub

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room M164

Game Dev Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of the Game Dev Club shall be to promote game development and related skills among the students of Taft High School, fostering creativity, collaboration, and a passion for game design.

Advisor: Ms. Ingram 

Contact Information:

Discord: discord.gg/zxegPTtnNO

Remind: @taftgdc23

Meetings: Every Monday at 5pm through Discord

Girls Learn International

Purpose/Mission Statement: GLI is meant to create awareness on various topics, such as menstruation and financial equity. This chapter works to educate and fundraise for important causes.

Advisor: Ms. Malik 

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftGLI

Instagram: @taftGLI

Meetings: Once a month on Thursdays at lunch in Room T252

(NEW) Girls Leading Our World (GLOW)

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our club is dedicated to empowering young women to realize their full potential and thrive in all aspects of life through mentorship, education, and community engagement. We strive to foster an environment where every member feels confident and capable in achieving their goals. Our mission is to cultivate leadership skills, promote self esteem, and advocate for equality, ensuring each girl feels empowered to make a positive impact in school and beyond.

Advisor: Ms. Berghoudian

Contact Information:

Instagram - @Taft.glow

Remind - @taftglow

Meetings: Every other Monday at lunch in T153

Habitat for Humanity

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose is to support Habitat for Humanity International's vision: A world where everyone has a decent place to live. We do this through educating, volunteering, and fundraising for our local Habitat for LA.

Advisor: Ms. Goldsman

Contact Information:

Instagram: TBD

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Every Tuesday during Lunch in Room M271

Heal the Bay

Purpose/Mission Statement: Heal the Bay is a non-profit organization dedicated to cleaning and improving the coastal waters of the LA area. This club will focus on educating students about marine conservation through interactive activities and guest speakers. Students can also earn service hours.

Advisor: Mr. Kaplan

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Every other Friday at Lunch in Room T152

Horror Media Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To allow students to appreciate and analyze horror, and eventually create their own horror media.

Advisor: Ms. Muñoz

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Tuesdays at Lunch in Room M264

Innovators Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of this club will be to practice Computer Science and problem solving skills. As a Club we will participate in competitions, including CTFs, Microsoft Imagine Cup, and locally hosted competitions.

Advisor: Ms. Ingram

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftinn

Discord: TBD

Meetings: Every Wednesday at lunch in Room M219

Jesus Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This club will have its purpose of gathering students to talk about God and grow in our faith with a community of students our age, share the gospel, and make a comfortable space for students to make friends and have fun. All are welcome.

Advisor: Mr. Moon

Contact Information:

Remind: @jcths

Instagram: @taft_jesusclub

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in Room R180

Jewish Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Foster a sense of community, celebrate Jewish culture and traditions, promote understanding and inclusivity, and provide a space for meaningful discussions and educational opportunities about Jewish history, values, and current events.

Advisor: Ms. Blazic

Contact Information

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in D221

Jewish Student Union (JSU)

Purpose/Mission Statement: JSU is an organization with the purpose of understanding Jewish cultural heritage and building pride amongst Jewish teens.

Advisor: Ms. McCoury

Contact Information:

REMIND - TBD

Instagram: @valley.ncsy

Remind: @Taftjsu

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in M265 

K-Music Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our mission is to create a safe space for people that listen to all genres of Korean music. We also want to add to the unified community of people that listen to Korean music.

Advisor: Ms. Kim

Contact Information:

Remind: @gbk4d7

Instagram: TBD

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in D222 

Key Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Key Club offers many volunteering opportunities for students to complete their required 10 hours to graduate, to find passion in volunteering, and/or making friends along the way!

Advisor: Mr. McFadden

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftkeyc

Instagram: taftkeyclub

Meetings: Fridays at Lunch

Knights and Ladies

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of the club is for members to volunteer for school service, including feeder elementary and middle schools. Members are expected to service a minimum of 10 hours of school service each semester to be an active member of the club.

Advisor: Ms. B. Drucker

Contact Information:

Schoology Access Code: N8SS-XWVH-MDC35

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in Taft Hall

(NEW) Latino Student Union

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Latino Student Union is a vibrant and inclusive club dedicated to fostering a sense of community among Latinx students. Our mission is to create a fun and interactive environment where members can connect, share experiences, and celebrate our rich cultural heritage. Beyond cultural appreciation, we aim to provide valuable college and career guidance, creating pathways for academic success. Additionally, we are committed to making a positive impact through community service activities, showcasing the strength and unity of Latino Student Union.

Advisor: Ms. Gomez

Contact Information:

Instagram: TBD

Schoology: TBD

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in B107

(NEW) Latinos Unidos

Purpose/Mission Statement: To bring Latino students at Taft together to build community, opportunities, and resources.

Advisor: Ms. Ortiz-Quevedo

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Every other Wednesday at lunch in M267

(NEW) Magnet Mentors

Purpose/Mission Statement: Magnet Mentors is a group that provides academic and social-emotional support to fellow magnet 9th grade students. We plan team bonding activities, lead campus tours, address prospective families, and help 9th graders transition into high school.

Advisor: Ms. Berghoudian

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftsteammagnet

Meetings: Every other Friday at lunch in T152

Mathletes

Purpose/Mission Statement: Mathletes will involve competing in advanced math competitions and we will offer tutoring for all math levels.

Advisor: Mr. Valerio

Contact Information:

Remind: @daahh6

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in B203

Melomaniacs

Purpose/Mission Statement: To create a space for music focused inviduals to talk about music and support local live shows.

Advisor: Mr. Puente

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room M264

Model United Nations

Purpose/Mission Statement: We aim to inform students about necessary skills regarding policy, international relations, and public speaking. Students have the opportunity to attend conferences held at universities, such as UCLA and USC.

Advisor: Mr. Connors-Long

Contact Information:

Instagram- @taftmodelun

Remind- @taftmun24

Meetings: Tuesdays at lunch in T153

Multi-Cultural Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The main goal of the Multi-Cultural Club is to bring all diverse cultures, races, and religions together. Every culture is unique and deserves to be learned upon to combine all ethnic backgrounds. Our club is additionally a book drive/charity for students with less educational access to books in remote countries.

Advisor: Ms Ouzts

Contact Information:

Remind- @k23a66

Meetings: Every other Tuesdays at lunch in D122

(NEW) Music Appreciation Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our mission is to create a space for kids to meet and discuss music/music history, find people with the same taste, and discover new artists, genres, songs, etc.

Advisor: Ms. Ortiz-Quevedo

Contact Information:

Remind- @cdgff7

Meetings: Tuesdays at lunch in M267

Muslim Student Union

Purpose/Mission Statement: We strive to connect Muslim students at Taft. The goal of this club is to teach more people about Islam and serve with volunteer work.

Advisor: Ms. Malik

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room T252

Nintendo Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To have a space for students to talk about video games. All games are welcome, not just Nintendo. Members will be able to meet new people and talk about new/retro games. Occassional tournaments will be hosted.

Advisor: Mr. Parra

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftnintendoclub

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in Room C114

Once Upon a Teen

Purpose/Mission Statement: Once Upon a Teen passionately uplifts and empowers teenagers. We fuel their creativity and well-being, encouraging them to unleash their voices and share impactful stories.

Advisor: Ms. Malik

Contact Information:

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Tuesdays at lunch in Room T252

Painting For Purpose

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our mission is to spread handmade artwork to our community and help make a positive impact. We will learn to use various forms of art like painting, origami, and oil pastels.

Advisor: Ms. Arena

Contact Information:

Instagram: taftpaintingforpurpose

Meetings: Every other Tuesday at lunch in C213

Phoenix Project

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our mission is to encourage students to foster a love for volunteering while engaging in the greater Los Angeles community to provide for those who need it most. Join this club to clean the streets, provide supplies for the houseless, and so much more!

Advisor: Ms. Bullis

Contact Information:

Instagram: ThePhoenixProject21

Remind- @taftph

Schoology Code- 4P2D-22Q2-7KGNN

Meetings: Every other Friday at lunch in Room D118

Power Ranger Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of this club is to talk about Power Rangers, comics, and to have fun!

Advisor: Mr. Castaneda

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Tuesdays at lunch in Room C114

Russian Culture Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose is to educate students about Russian cuisine, culture, music, and much more.

Advisor: Ms. Gunn

Contact Information:

Remind - TBD

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in D123

Sanity Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose is to create a community where students are free to express themselves in a safe environment. We encourage students to seek help from fellow peers, focus on enforcing a positive mindset, and explore organizations they feel passionate about.

Advisor: Ms. Deluca

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in T255

Snkrs Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: With our club, we want to raise business awareness in people our age along with developing fundraisers that donates to the cause of our choice.

Advisor: Ms. Snyder

Contact Information:

Instagram: TBD

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in Room D121

Social Café

Purpose/Mission Statement: We will be observing complex social interactions and learning how to overcome social anxiety by communicating with peers.

Advisor: Ms. Infante Thorpe

Contact Information:

Instagram - @taftsocialcafe

Remind - @socialcfe

Meetings: Tuesdays at Lunch in Room R178

Spare a Pair

Purpose/Mission Statement: Spare a Pair is a non-profit organization with a driving purpose to provide sneakers to the homeless and vulnerable communities of Los Angeles through fundraisers and donations. Originating at UCLA, Spare a Pair has since branched out to UC Berkeley and now Taft High School.

Advisor: Ms. Kwan

Contact Information:

Instagram - @spareapair.taft

Remind - @spareap

Meetings: Tuesdays at Lunch in Room E239

Speech and Debate Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This club serves as a platform to allow students to develop their speaking skills and public confidence. They will learn to perform different types of speech/debate events. If they wish to, they can compete in tournaments.

Advisor: Ms. Mazmanian

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Wednesdays after school in Room M266

Stack Overflow

Purpose/Mission Statement: Uniting students, we will collaborate to master and learn about the art of coding, helping others, and leading hands-on projects. Our community follows the ideology of Stack Overflow and has the goal of empowering others, in excelling in problem-solving and growth as we see the boundless possibilities of code together!

Advisor: Ms. Deluca

Contact Information:

Remind: @tafthscs

Instagram: @taftstackoverflowclub

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room T255

(NEW) Stocks and Investments Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of Stocks and Investments Club is to enable our members to make informed choices in the world of investing.

Advisor: Mr. Derry

Contact Information:

Remind: @tafthscs

Instagram: @taftstackoverflowclub

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in Room M160

Students Run LA (SRLA)

Purpose/Mission Statement: The mission of Students Run LA is to challenge at-risk secondary students to experience the benefits of goal-setting, character development, adult mentoring, and improved health by providing them with a truly life-changing experience: The training for and completion of the Los Angeles Marathon.

Advisor: Mr. Moreno

Contact Information:

Group Me - TBD

Meetings: Mondays and Wednesdays after school in E235

(NEW) Taft Aeronautics & Astronautical Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This organization will have its purpose of finding future pilots and astronauts.

Advisor: Ms. Kwan

Contact Information:

Instagram - TBD

Schoology - TBD

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in Room E239

(NEW) Taft Aerospace Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: At Taft Aerospace Club, we will focus on finding future Aerospace engineers and educate/inform them what it is. This will be accomplished through multiple activities throughout the year.

Advisor: Ms. Kwan

Contact Information:

Instagram - @taft_aerospace_club

Remind - @taftae

Schoology - TBD

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room E239

Taft Automotive Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Taft Automotive Club's purpose is to cultivate a community of young automotive enthusiasts, a community that will turn the next generation of automotive industry leaders.

Advisor: Ms. Varma

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in D223

Taft Coding Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To help educate new and experienced individuals with the principles of coduing and applying those principles to create programs that help solve a problem or serve a certain purpose in our world today.

Advisor: Mr. Dozal

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftcod

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in M162

Taft Comedy Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To give students an opportunity to try something new to improve their comedic nature.

Advisor: Mr. Katsandonis

Contact Information:

Instagram - @taftcomedyclub

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in Room M163

(NEW) Taft Conservation Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Taft Conservation Club aims to educate and promote advocacy for the wild spaces and the life and beauty that they support.

Advisor: Mr. Kaplan

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftcons

Meetings: Every other Thursday at lunch in T152

Taft Institute for Student Teachers (TIST)

Purpose/Mission Statement: To help provide tutoring services and homework help for students on the Taft campus.

Advisor: Mr. Moreno

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftinst

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in E235

Taft Investments Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This club's purpose is to educate and inform people about the basics of investing. Students will then showcase the skills they learned in a series of competitions.

Advisor: Ms. Felix

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taft_investment_club

Remind: @taftinv

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in T250

Taft Martial Arts & Fitness Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: We want to provide a space for students to hang out, exercise, and learn new forms of martial arts. There will be no sparring and the space will be used strictly for learning, exercise, and entertainment.

Advisor: Mr. Graham

Contact Information:

Discord: discord.gg/sR59pWXDFT

Meetings: Tuesdays and Fridays at Lunch in Room R182

(NEW) Taft Medical Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This club will help prepare members for a job in the medical field.

Advisor: Ms. Bullis

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftmedicalclub

Remind: @taftmedic

Meetings: Wednesdays at Lunch in Room D118

Taft Mock Trial

Purpose/Mission Statement: Mock Trial aims to educate students about law and criminal justice through hands-on learning. Students will compete against other schools in real courtrooms and learn from real lawyers.

Advisor: Ms. Snyder

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftmocktrial

Remind: @taftmock

Meetings: Tuesdays at lunch in D121

Taft Money and Investment Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of this club is to initiate discussions about financial literacy and investment among Taft students.

Advisor: Mr. Connors-Long

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: TBD

Taft Open-Source

Purpose/Mission Statement: To collaborate on Computer Science projects of the club's choosing.

Advisor: Mr. Dozal

Contact Information:

Instagram: TBD

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Wednesdays at Lunch in Room M268

(NEW) Taft Poker Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: This organization will have its purpose to be a recreational poker club, and our goal is to give our community an environment that allows individuals a place to enjoy playing the game of poker.

Advisor: Ms. Malik

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftpokerclub$

Meetings: Every Friday at lunch in Room T252

(NEW) Taft Red Cross Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of this club aligns with the mission of the American Red Cross to use its fundamental principles by providing volunteers with the necessary skill sets required to support the community through service, education, and leadership. Through programs like disaster training, volunteers will be able to learn lifesaving skills such as First Aid and CPR as well as earthquake preparedness. The club will host meetings to promote these causes and help the community to educate others on these objectives. This club is officially registered and affiliated with the Red Cross organization's databases.

Advisor: Ms. Felix

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftredcross+

Meetings: Every other Thursday at lunch in Room T250

(NEW) Taft Robotics Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Taft Robotics Club is a place for students to design, build, and program robots for the purpose of self enrichment or for VEX Robotics competition.

Advisor: Dr. Shining

Contact Information:

Schoology - TBD

Meetings: Every Friday at lunch in Room T153

Taft STEAM Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Taft STEAM Club provides students with the opportunity to participate in several academic competitions and strengthen their STEM knowledge.

Advisor: Mr. McFadden

Contact Information:

Instagram: @TaftScienceOlympiad

Remind: @taftsteamc

Meetings: Fridays at Lunch in Room M167

Taft Tea Party Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: We are a social club that meets once every other week to meet new people and more importantly, drink tea!

Advisor: Mrs. Boulanger

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftteaparty

Meetings: Every other Tuesday at lunch in E125

Taft Technological Literacy Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To adequately equip students to be able to handle the increasing technological school age effectively and to provide a grasp on the internals of a computer and how they operate. As well as to discuss solutions to problems and limitations of current technology in order to prompt intuitive thinking towards future solution.

Advisor: Mr. Icreverzi

Contact Information:

Remind: @tafttechy

Instagram: @tafttechclub

Meetings: Every other Monday at lunch in E135

Taft Wrestling

Purpose/Mission Statement: We want to create a club to push forward the sport of wrestling. We want to gain a lot of interest and transition the club into a school sport.

Advisor: Mr. Shining

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Wednesdays at lunch in H139

Taft Youth Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To allows students to develop a community where they can actively collaborate and participate to share ideas, improve daily lives in a positive way and motivate each other.

Advisor: Mr. Puente

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftyo

Schoology code: Provided at meetings

Google Classroom: Provided at meetings

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in M264

Taft's Literary Society

Purpose/Mission Statement: Taft's Literary Society encourages writing among high school students by providing a spae to hone their writing skills - whether it be short stories, song/rap, poetry, etc. - and the opportunity to publish their work.

Advisor: Mr. Johns

Contact Information:

Instagram: @taftliterarysociety

Remind: @taftlit

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in Room T254

The AP (Anxious People) Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: In AP, we strive to reduce stress through the mastery of academics and improvement of mental health.

Advisor: Mr. Puente

Contact Information:

Remind: TBD

Meetings: Mondays at lunch in Room M265

The Language Exchange Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Connect students who are interested in learning new languages. Members can teach each other phrases, customs, and cultures associated with their languge(s).

Advisor: Ms. Gunn

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in Room D123

Torah Studies

Purpose/Mission Statement: The purpose of Torah Studies is to inform students about Jewish philosophy, holidays, and traditions. Torah Students Club welcomes all students who want to learn more about Judaism. 

Advisor: Ms. Kissen

Contact Information:

Instagram: @torahstudies

Remind: @1826torah

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in M265

Tri-M Music Honor Society 

Purpose/Mission Statement: Tri-M Music Honor Society gives countless opportunities to perform, lead, and serve the community through music.

Advisor: Mr. Gruber

Contact Information:

INSTAGRAM - @taft_tri.m and @taftjazzcombo

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch and Tuesdays from 2:40-3:40pm in F137

UNICEF Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: UNICEF Club's goal is to bring awareness and help out ongoing causes. We will be doing fundraising and volunteer work to help out child refugees in need. Please join to help other communities to familiarize yourself with worldwide issues.

Advisor: Ms. Varma

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftunic

Instagram: @uniceftaft

Meetings: Tuesdays at Lunch in T159

(NEW) Vida

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our purpose is to nurture a healthier lifestyle in our youth through positive & encouraging methods so good health becomes an innate habit.

Advisor: Mr. Moon

Contact Information:

Instagram: @VIDA4life24

Meetings: Wednesdays at Lunch in R180

Voice In Sports (VIS)

Purpose/Mission Statement: A group/organization that connects female athletes; helps us work together to identify inequalities in boys and girls sports at Taft and distribute money that VIS organization has donated to solve inequalities.

Advisor: Ms. M. Kauffman

Contact Information:

Remind: @taftvis

Instagram: @voiceinsport.taft

Meetings: Twice a month on Wednesdays in the Gym

(NEW) Voters of Tomorrow Taft

Purpose/Mission Statement: The Voters of Tomorrow movement has a singular goal: to encourage teens and young adults to become politically involved. VOT is focused on creating accessible entry points into politics and government.

Advisor: Mr. Boulanger

Contact Information:

Instagram: @votersoftomorrow.taft

Meetings: Twice a month on Wednesdays in the Gym

Warhammer 40K Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: To discuss the Warhammer 40K francise and to play Warhammer 40K.

Advisor: Ms. Pease

Contact Information:

Discord: TBD

Schoology: TBD

Meetings: Fridays at lunch in Room R184

Young Entrepreneurs Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: In this club we will learn the basic ideas and concepts relating to entrepreneurship and work as a team to come up with an innovative business idea to pitch to a global competition.

Advisor: Mr. Dozal

Contact Information:

Remind- @yeclubth

Meetings: TBD

Young Minds Tutoring Club

Purpose/Mission Statement: Our club aims to help, support, and guide younger students in achieving academic and personal success.

Advisor: Ms. Bullis

Contact Information:

TBD

Meetings: TBD

Youth for Sewa

Purpose/Mission Statement: The word, "Sewa," means selfless service in various Indian languages. This club is all about giving back to the society while expecting nothing in return. We will be conducting multiple volunteering projects to help where needed throughout the year.

Advisor: Ms. McCoury

Contact Information:

Remind - @sewacl

Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in M265