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Art Club
Students in all grades can participate in art-making and teaching art.
For more information, contact Ms. Zeller at Crystal.Zeller@vansd.org.
Associated Student Body
ASB gives students the opportunity to become successful leaders by participating in the leadership class. All students are invited to participate in weekly convocations (through advocacy reps) to plan school activities and support student artists.
For more information, contact Ms. Green at Margaret.Green@vansd.org.
Book Club
Open to all students who are interested in reading and discussing books.
For more information, please contact Ms. Lange at Dianne.Lange@vansd.org.
Coding Club
Open to students who are inspired by and want to learn more about computer programming.
For more information, please contact Ms. Harris at Abby.Harris@vansd.org.
Costume Club
Open to all students interested in learning about sewing and costuming for student productions.
For more information, please contact Ms. Jessen at Leslie.Jessen@vansd.org.
Diversity Club
All students are welcome to participate in a safe, friendly place to learn about and appreciate all cultures.
For more information, please contact Ms. Foran-Coyle at Renee.Foran-Coyle@vansd.org.
Extended Day Dance Ensemble
Open to students who want to further their dance and choreography skills.
For more information, please contact Ms. Sacks or Mr. Jones at Jackie.Sacks@vansd.org or Darvejon.Jones@vansd.org.
Helping to Educate Regarding Orientation (HERO)
Open to all students interested in learning more and supporting the tolerance of sexual and gender orientation.
For more information, please contact Ms. Foran-Coyle or Ms. Adams at Renee.Foran-Coyle@vansd.org or Jody.Adams@vansd.org.
Mathletes
Students challenge themselves on tough problems including practice problem-solving strategies. Students also compete in math competitions.
For more information, contact Mr. O’Boyle at Tim.Oboyle@vansd.org.
Model United Nations
Students meet to discuss, debate and practice different forum opportunities on issues of international importance. Opportunities include attending Model United Nations and other special events.
For more information, contact Mr. Lauderbaugh at Jon.Lauderbaugh@vansd.org.
National Honor Society
Recognition and commitment to academic excellence, leadership and community service.
For more information, contact Mr. Busch at Geoff.Busch@vansd.org.
Photo Club
Open to all students interested in learning the art of photography.
For more information, contact Ms. Davis at Abby.Harris@vansd.org.
Recording Arts Club
Extended time in the sound studio and recording arts lab for recording concerts, sound editing/sound design for projects, recording auditions, providing sound systems for school events and providing lights/DJ/video effects for events.
For more information, contact Mr. Tang at David.Tang@vansd.org.
Red Cross Club
Students are responsible for organizing blood drives throughout the year.
SkillsUSA
A national leadership and technical skills organization for students enrolled in career and technical education courses. Students also have the opportunity to compete in both technical and employability/leadership competitions.
For more information, contact Mr. Berhow at Andy.Berhow@vansd.org.
Spanish Club
Open to all students interested in learning more about and celebrating Spanish culture.
For more information, contact Ms. Ingraham at Lynn.Ingraham@vansd.org.
STEAM Club
Open to all students who are interested in science, technology and engineering with a creative twist.
For more information, contact Ms. Lange at Dianne.Lange@vansd.org.
Tech Theatre
Open to all students who want to learn how to support student theatre productions from backstage. Students work on visual, sound, and light design, as well as set design.
For more information, contact Mr. Swarts at Charles.Swarts@vansd.org.
Thespian Society
The International Thespian Society is a theatrical honor society for high school actors and technicians active in the theatre department. Students gain membership into the society by earning points through participation in productions, club activities and service projects. Active thespians are also able to attend and compete in the Washington state festival.
For more information, contact Mr. Olson at Seth.Olson@vansd.org.
Tri-M Music Honor Society
VSAA ninth- through 12th-grade students can apply for membership.
Meetings are every other Wednesday of the month.
Tri-M candidate consideration includes participation in a year-round music class or ensemble at VSAA; a B grade or better in music; a C grade or better overall; and continued character strength that includes demonstration of service, leadership and cooperation.
For more information, contact Mr. Brockman at Luke.Brockman@vansd.org.
Usher Club
Students in all grades can be a a part of the Usher Club. Gain customer service skills, responsibility and experience. It’s a great way to earn community service/volunteer hours, looks great on college and job applications and is a lot of fun. Enjoy performances and shows for free while working. Stop by the office to pick up an application.
For more information, contact Ms. Schaff at Danelle.Schaff@vansd.org.
Vita Brevis Newspaper
Student-produced newspaper.
For more information, contact Ms. Adams at Jody.Adams@vansd.org.
Wordsworth Literary Magazine
Student-produced literary magazine.
For more information, contact Ms. Adams at Jody.Adams@vansd.org.
Yearbook Club
The goal of this club is to give all students the opportunity, without being enrolled in a yearbook class, to explore the skills taught in yearbook (for instance, photography, design, layout).
For more information, contact Ms. Fouts-Carrico at Rachel.FoutsCarrico@vansd.org.