Richview Club Hub

alternating Thursday @ Lunch in Room 115

rabyah.picardo@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: ap7dg2o

We are spreading awareness about Asian culture and heritage. Asian Heritage Club is a way to help the Asian community grow in our school. We do many activities within the club and outside of the club that could be of interest to all. Asian heritage club is a way to express everyone’s individual background and culture within the school and club. We hold an annual event during national Asian Heritage Month in May. We also have cooking workshops that can enhance Asian food and culture for students. Joining can make a great difference to our school community and the Asian community. 

Thursday @ Lunch in Room 139

wesley.tsang@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: lmgkx7m 

Instagram: rci_arts

The Arts Council's sole purpose is to promote the arts, in any capacity, within and around the school. Students organize and run events like Coffee House, Illustration Contests, Dance Showcase, Fashion Show, Lunchtime Theatre, Battle of the Bands, Battle of the Buskers, and much more. Arts Council also collaborates with other groups to help promote multiculturalism, equity, and school-wide spirit. 

Teacher Supervisor: TBD

Google Classroom Code: k3hkhlt

The AV Club supports a wide range of school assemblies and events. If you enjoy working with technology and coordinating behind the scenes, this is a club for you. We do not have a formal meeting time but will meet together to inventory equipment and train incoming members. Members of the AV Crew are often expected to work in small teams under minimal supervision and troubleshoot technical problems on the fly.

Wednesday @ Lunch, Room 115

olivia.bourgeois@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: t7v6kbj   

Best Buddies R.C.I. is a club with a goal to promote friendships and interactions between students with and without intellectual and developmental exceptionalities. We have been a recognized chapter of the international Best Buddies non-profit organisation for over 15 years. If you are interested in learning more about inclusion and neurodiversity this is the club for you! We are a joint-chapter (R.C.I.-C.E.H.S). Student members along with our student executive team "peer buddies" plan events with our "buddies" at C.E.H.S. Club members will also receive sensitivity and leadership training. At the core, it comes down to friendship. We welcome everyone with an interest!

Thursday @ Lunch in Room 202

emmy.manitaros@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: p3vlvoc   instagram.com/richview.bhed

The Black History Every Day + (BHED+) Club originated in its earliest form at RCI in 2003. At that time it was a collective of students who aspired to produce a Black Heritage Assembly in February. Nowadays, the club focuses all year round on building of community, collaboration, education and celebration through various forms of Black culture as explored in special events and leadership development opportunities for students who identify as Black as well as their friends and allies. While February continues to shine a spotlight on the many achievements and creations of our members, it is our goal to uncover the rich history of our ancestors in all areas.

Thursday @ Lunch in Room 129 

lee.krantz@tdsb.on.ca and  

Hey, you! Yes, you! 

Have you ever wanted to settle Catan, join the Resistance, be the Ultimate Werewolf, collect a Ticket to Ride, or build the Castles of Carcassonne?

Well, now you can, and you can also do much much more, because Board Game Club is back!

Every Thursday at lunch, we’ll be having the Board Game Club in Room 223. 

Bring a friend or meet someone new. All students of all grades are welcome!

Friday @ Lunch in Room 222

michael.colbert@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: 7pi3fce

Every Friday at lunch, up to 24 students will play chess in mini-tournaments amongst ourselves. Later in the year we hope to participate in inter-school tournaments, and hopefully in-person but it may end up being virtual. 

Friday @ Lunch in Room 105

wesley.tsang@tdsb.on.ca   amy.kasinski@tdsb.on.ca

https://sites.google.com/student.tdsb.on.ca/creativecorner

Google Classroom Code: ???

The Creative Corner is Richview's creative magazine that showcases:

• digital and fine art

• creative writing

• photography and more!

Tuesday @ Lunch in the Library

andrea.brozyna@tdsb.on.ca and nadine.grill@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: bchkfvy    instagram.com/rcidebate 

The Richview Debate Society is ready for another year of developing arguments and crafting persuasive speeches. We are hosting in-house debating events such as mock trials and also competing in debates with teams from other schools in the Pro-Con debating network. 

If you enjoy a spirited debate and want to hone your debating skills, join us! Check out our Google Classroom and Instagram account for all the details.

Wednesday @ Lunch in Room 209

georgia.markakos@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: xa3jafy  instagram.com/rci_deca

DECA is a high school Business Club where students from around the Province get to compete and learn about various aspects of finance, marketing, business management, and entrepreneurship. Richview’s DECA Business Club provides enrichment for students interested in a business-related career or for those who simply enjoy a competitive business challenge. Students are required to showcase their oral and written skills by competing in realistic business situations and writing a multiple choice exam. Students gain valuable experience that can be applied to everyday scenarios both in their occupational field and in their daily lives. DECA provides an amazing opportunity for Richview students to sharpen their public speaking skills, apply and grow their ability to problem solve real life scenarios, and network with students from across Ontario.

Amazing things happen when you join DECA!!!!

Wednesday @ Lunch in Room 139

wesley.tsang@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: ebxkvbn

Digimon Club is for all players interested in strategy card games, building community, and having fun. The game focuses around building up digimon to battle and defeat your opponent through skill and patience.

Thursday after school @ 3:15 in room 139 or the library

wesley.tsang@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: 5q2ym65    

Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role-playing game set in an imaginary world based loosely on medieval myth. The club focuses around collaboration, team-building, and adventure!

Friday @ Lunch in Room 208

james.coulter2@tdsb.on.ca 

BrightSpace! Come in person and Mr. Coulter will add you!

https://sites.google.com/student.tdsb.on.ca/richview-eco-schools/home

The EcoSchools Club at RCI is a dedicated group of students who strive to help the Richview community become more ecologically literate and environmentally conscious. Through our actions, we also hope to certify Richview CI as an official EcoSchool again!

Monday @ Lunch in Room 223 

michael.pham@tdsb.on.ca    

Google Classroom Code: yviocei

Hey Richview, are you a passionate basketball fan or just trying to learn what it's all about, well you're in luck. Richview has started up a Fantasy Basketball Club where you can enjoy, talk or learn about the sport through the world of fantasy sports.

We have Bi-Weekly meetings on Mondays at lunch in room 223. New people from all grades are always welcome.

If you or your friends have an interest in joining the club, our Google classroom code is yviocei, where you can find more information about the club or Fantasy Basketball. 

Thursday @ Lunch in Room 223 

michael.pham@tdsb.on.ca    

Google Classroom Code: j6k66dp

Hey Richview, are you pursuing a career or just want to learn about investing? Well, you're in luck! The Financial Futures Club has started up, and it is a fun way to learn about investing, how to manage your finances, and how to pursue a career in finance/investing.

We will have weekly meetings every Thursday in room 223 at lunch, and everyone is welcome. 

If you or your friends would like to join this unique opportunity to learn more about investing and finances, you can join us in our Google Classroom. 

Tuesday @ Lunch in Room 231 

emily.romano@tdsb.on.ca    

https://sites.google.com/tdsb.on.ca/richview-gsa 

Come and join our Gender Sexuality Alliance by clicking the "JOIN US" button on the home page. Allies are always welcome! We look forward to connecting and building a welcoming community here at Richview. Check the website and listen for announcements!

Check out our posts and resources and participate in creating more equitable and inclusive spaces at Richview!

You can also join the GSA Network to connect with others from across the TDSB.

Day and Time TBD 

sandra.centofante@tdsb.on.ca

instagram.com/richviewgleeclub/

We're putting on High School Musical!

Fridays @ Lunch in Room 229

rabyah.picardo@tdsb.on.ca  avila.desousa@tdsb.on.ca  lee.krantz@tdsb.on.ca 

Google Classroom Code: 2zplq3j   instagram.com/richviewhosa

HOSA is an organization made to empower future health professionals to become leaders in the global health community. This organization offers competitions to high school students, where they can test their knowledge and be evaluated and given feedback on their presentation in a professional healthcare setting, well before they reach their working years. Our Richview HOSA chapter, aims to promote career opportunities in different health fields like, forensics, nursing, first aid, epidemiology, pathophysiology and more! We’ve got hands-on activities and exciting competitions lined up that will help you develop leadership, public speaking, and healthcare skills while having a blast!  We’d love to have you here!

andrea.brozyna@tdsb.on.ca

The Library Crew is a group of community-minded avid readers who help keep the library in great shape while earning volunteer hours. Crew members run the circulation desk, prep new books for circulation, shelve materials, and promote the books they love.

Thursday @ Lunch in Room 204

veronica.gheorghiade@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: kysnnqs   

Welcome to the Richview Math Competitions Club, where numbers come to life and problem-solving meets excitement! This year, we're diving into various math challenges (University of Waterloo competitions). Whether you’re a math whiz or just enjoy tackling tricky problems, our club offers practice sessions, workshops, and the opportunity to compete with peers from other schools across North America.

Join us to sharpen your math skills, enhance your critical thinking, and experience the thrill of competition. For more information and to stay updated on events, check out our Google Classroom. Ready to crunch some numbers? We can’t wait to see you!

teal.dougherty@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: mw52flh   

The Richview Mental Health and Wellness Club focuses on improving the mental wellbeing of the Richview community and works to raise awareness about issues related to mental health to end stigma. We organize monthly events, a fun-filled week of activities for the whole school to promote mental health and wellness, and organize fundraisers to support our local community. New members are always welcome!

Tuesday @ 11:50 in room 141

fatima.belkadi@tdsb.on.ca

Information coming soon!

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Wednesday @ Lunch in Room 233

catherine.o'brien@tdsb.on.ca

A group of enthusiastic music students with representatives from every grade and both strings and band.

They help run fundraising, concerts, advertising, and trips.

Monday @ lunch in room 139

wesley.tsang@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: cez3yso     instagram.com/rci_riceclub/ 

Richview's Interactive Cultural Educational Club. This club facilitates interactive cultural events like the Easter Egg Scavenger Hunt, Digimon, Movember, Noodles, and much more for students to participate and enjoy. We strive to promote engagement through interaction through a cultural lens.

TBD @ 

lino.ragno@tdsb.on.ca and sandra.centofante@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: 

More information coming soon!

Monday @ Lunch in Room 134

steven.kung@tdsb.on.ca kelly.townshend@tdsb.on.ca stath.koumoutseas@tdsb.on.ca

instagram.com/@richview.athletics and tinyurl.com/richviewathletics

RAC is made up of student leaders who unify the school through physical activity and athletic events all year long.  The members on the council promote school spirit and strive to be positive role models.  You will see RAC members scorekeeping at home games and tournaments, organizing lunchtime intramurals, running PEP Assemblies, fundraising for the Terry Fox Run, cheering in the stands at Friday Night Lights, and celebrating our sports' teams at the year-end Athletic Banquet.    

TBD @ Lunch in Room 141

nadine.grill@tdsb.on.ca

sandra.centofante@tdsb.on.ca

Alternating Tuesdays @ Lunch in Room 129

rabyah.picardo@tdsb.on.ca   james.coulter@tdsb.on.ca 

Google Classroom Code: 4zgavil  

The Science club is open to any student interested in exploring topics in diverse fields of Science.  Biweekly activities in the club vary with guest speakers, interactive activities, competitive games and challenges.  Students also conduct cool experiments that are different from the types of labs in the Science classroom.  Join the Science club and feed your curiosity!

Biweekly Tuesday @ Lunch in Room 223

michael.pham@tdsb.on.ca

Google Classroom Code: dqqcw7g 

The small business club is for student business owners or anyone who wants to start! Learn about entrepreneurship and how to start and manage your own business. The club is focused on learning from each other and networking with like-minded people.

TBD

christine.zdebiak@tdsb.on.ca

instagram.com/richview.sac 

Members of the Students' Activity Council (SAC) are a diverse group of students from all grades elected to represent the community of students at Richview. 

Wednesday @ Lunch in Room 143

armand.dhamo@tdsb.on.ca, michelle.goncalves@tdsb.on.ca, rebecca.hansel-harrington@tdsb.on.ca

The Objective of À Vos Plumes is to produce a French Newspaper Edition at Richview CI. By producing a French Newspaper it  encourages creative expression, strengthens communication skills, promotes Francophone culture within the school, and provides a better understanding of the world of Journalism and the Press. Members will be able to develop their writing, editing, collaborating, project managing and language skills; all while contributing to a creative, collaborative and fun environment. Stay tuned!