Franklin High School
Clubs
2011 – 2012
Academic League – Sherri Smith-Richardson
Acceptance for All – Nikki Inzano
African & Islands United – Fran Bardusco
Amnesty International – Julie Tovay-Ryder
Art Club/Teen Arts – Dylan Carroll
Asian-Awareness – Alka Sharma
Brass Ensemble – Dixie Presson
Captain’s Leadership Council – Rebekah Solomon
Class Advisor of 2015 – Katie Mallon
Class Advisor of 2014 – Kris Bedient
Class Advisor of 2013 – Toni McBride
Class Advisor of 2012 – Dan Mayer
Crescent Club – Ted Jones
Dance Troupe – Aaron Ramos
DECA (Distributive Education Club of America) – Kenneth Trout & Nicole Haynes
Drama Club – Jennifer Little
Environmental Club – Ryan Parker
Fall Drama – Betty Demonic
FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) –
Ron Richter & Dominic Pettinelli
FEA (Future Educators of America) – Linda Horowitz
F.I.R.S.T. Robotics (For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology Robotics) – Jeffrey Goett & Elizabeth Eibling
French Club – Giselle Islambouli
Gospel Choir – Tim Walton
Guitar Ensemble – Roger Spinella
Interact Club – Linda Puglio
J.R.O.T.C - Color Guard Team -MAJ Vazquez & SFC Bobe
J.R.O.T.C. – Drill Team – MAJ Vazquez & SFC Bobe
J.R.O.T.C. – Raider Team – MAJ Vazquez & SFC Bobe
Junior Classical League – Jennifer Jones
Key Club – Karen Trautmann
Library Club – Linda Porter
Literary Journal – Kelly Reddin
Madrigals – Betty DeMonic
Mathematics League – Lauren Phillips
Medical Awareness – Diane Vallone & Patti Brewer
Model Congress – Louis Guglielmo
Model United Nations – Louis Guglielmo & Stephen Foster
National Honor Society – Ronald Richter
Newspaper –Franklin Warrior – Alice Lee
Percussion Club – Fred Oltarzewski
Percussion Ensemble – Dr. Tom Foster
REBEL (Reaching Everyone by Exposing Lies) – Stacy Hale
REEL Video / TV Production – Michael Pinnix
RIME (Raritan’s Introduction of Minorities to Engineering) – Michelle Hauser & Wendy Bordeau
School Store – Ronald Richter
Science League – David Seidorf
Sisters Training for Life – Aja Clark
Spanish Club – Nathaly Bracamonte & Aracelli GilPedreschi
Spring Musical – Betty DeMonic
Stock Market Team – Robert Freedman
String Chamber Orchestra – Marianne Spinella
Student Council/Coordinator – Robert Freedman & Stephen Foster
Ultimate Warriors – Rebekah Solomon
Warrior Nation Fan Club – Daryn Plummer
Yearbook – Howard Gaber
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Academic League 1
Acceptance for All 1
African & Islands United 1
Amnesty International 2
Art Club/Teen Arts 2
Asian-Awareness 2
Brass Ensemble 3
Captain’s Leadership Council 3
Class of 2015 4
Class of 2014 4
Class of 2013 4
Class of 2012 5
Crescent Club 5
Dance Troupe 5
DECA (Distributive Education Club of America) 6
Drama Club 7
Environmental Club 7
Fall Drama 7
FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) 8
FEA (Future Educators of America) 8
F.I.R.S.T. Robotics (For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology Robotics) 8
French Club 9
Gospel Choir 9
Guitar Ensemble 9
Interact Club 10
J.R.O.T.C – COLOR GUARD TEAM 10
J.R.O.T.C – DRILL TEAM 10
J.R.O.T.C. – RAIDER TEAM 11
Junior Classical League 11
Key Club 11
Library Club 12
Literary Journal 12
Madrigals 12
Mathematics League 13
Medical Awareness Club 13
Model Congress 13
Model United Nations 14
National Honor Society 14
Newspaper –The Warrior 14
Percussion Club 15
Percussion Ensemble 15
REBEL (Reaching Everyone by Exposing Lies) 15
REEL Video / TV Production 16
RIME (Raritan’s Introduction of Minorities to Engineering) 16
School Store 16
Science League 17
Sisters Training for Life 17
Spanish Club 18
Spring Musical 18
Stock Market Team 18
String Chamber Orchestra 19
Student Council/Coordinator 19
Ultimate Warriors 19
Warrior Nation Fan Club 20
Yearbook 20
All clubs / activities meet after school unless otherwise noted.
Academic League
Advisor:
Sherri Smith-Richardson
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
The Academic League’s mission is to offer students the platform to compete against their peers across Somerset County in a weekly challenge that utilizes their high academic knowledge and ability within a team environment that reflects the Franklin High School Team Spirit.
Goals of the Club:
· To give students the opportunity to learn from each other
· Enhance their knowledge
· Develop the ability to respond effectively in a competitive team environment by learning to trust themselves, their competitive instincts, and their colleagues
Meeting Day: Tuesday
Location: C121
Time: 2:30 – 3:30. Competitions every Thursday from November to February.
Admission Criteria for Students:
Students must attend weekly meetings to get an understanding of the purpose of the Academic League, the rules of the competitions, and to participate in mock competitions in preparation for actual competitions. Students must be willing to work, study, develop and share their knowledge for the benefit of themselves and the team.
Acceptance for All
Advisor:
Nikki Inzano
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
All members of our community have inherent worth and dignity. We believe in safety and support for all, including the freedom to be, the freedom to talk, and the promise of respect.
Goals of the Club:
· Intermediate goals, including products and events that will help to educate both AFA members and the school community.
· Short-term goals, meaning the action steps we need to take in each instance of developing our products and producing events for both AFA members and the school community.
Meeting Day: Wednesday
Location: B123
Times: 2:30-3:45
Admission Criteria for Students:
Students need to come to the meetings with an open-mind and respect for others. Consistent attendance is necessary to stay in the club.
African & Islands United
Advisor:
Fran Bardusco
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
The mission of AIU, Africa and Islands United, is to promote understanding, cultural awareness and harmony with all people and to encourage interaction and unity among cultures with focus on the contributions and culture of the African Diaspora.
Goals of the Club:
The AIU have many activities which are accomplished during the school year. The Annual Kick-off in October. The annual kickoff features our own original dances and foods for the general student body, Black History Month in February, which may include original assemblies for the student body and other elementary schools, displays and International Film Festivals which feature films from Africa and the Caribbean. Also will fundraise to benefit children in refugee camps in Africa.
Meeting Day: Thursday
Location: C304
Time: 2:45 – 3:40
Admission Criteria for Students:
Only an interest in promoting and recognizing people from Africa, the Caribbean, and North America through dance, assemblies, posters, drama, poetry, and art.
Amnesty International
Advisor:
Julie Tovay-Ryder
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
To undertake research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of the rights to physical and mental integrity, freedom of conscience and expression, freedom from discrimination in the context of work to promote all human rights, as articulated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Goals of the Club:
· Advocate for human rights around the world
· Motivate people to get involved in participating in global decisions
· Foster a sense of a global community
· Care for those unable to access the same rights we do
Meeting Day: Thursday
Location: C104
Time: 2:35 – 3:45
Admission Criteria for Students:
Students should have a strong desire to work on behalf of human rights around the world.
Art Club/Teen Arts
Advisor:
Dylan Carroll
Philosophy (Mission) Statement
Art Club will provide a venue for students to pursue their individual creative expressions and to develop and refine artistic knowledge and techniques while contributing to the school and community.
Goals of the Club:
· To pursue individual creative expressions and to develop and refine artistic knowledge and techniques.
Meeting Day: Second and last Wednesday of Month
Location: A305
Time: 2:30 – 3:30
Admission Criteria for Students:
All members must bring a sketchbook and must be actively working on individual or group art projects.
Asian-Awareness
Advisor:
Alka Sharma
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
The mission of our club is to promote and encourage diversity throughout our school, while also being able to exhibit our talents in a unique manner.
Goals of the Club:
· Encourage students to participate in the school community
· Gain confidence through leadership work and helping others
· Showcase their hidden talent in various events held during the school year
Meeting Day: Wednesday
Location: B304
Time: 2:30 – 4:00
Admission Criteria for Students:
Commitment, positive attitude, and love for the community.
Brass Ensemble
Advisor:
Dixie Presson
Philosophy (Mission) Statement
To provide the community for brass players to improve their skills through performance in a group exclusive to brass players.
Goals of the Club:
To provide an opportunity for brass players to play as a group and prepare for winter and spring concert performances.
Meeting Date: Tuesday (May change if needed)
Location: F117
Time: 2:30 – 3:45
Admission Criteria for Students:
Must be a member of the FHS Band Program.
Captain’s Leadership Council
Advisor:
Rebekah Solomon
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
The founding mission is:
· To help captains develop the skills necessary to lead and provide the support needed to build spirit and sportsmanship on our teams.
· To foster and promote program wide spirit and encourage camaraderie across specific team lines.
· To develop effective avenues of communication between the various sectors of the school community.
· To develop clear lines between appropriate and inappropriate conduct within the sports programs. (In accordance with the Athletic Philosophy and our Department Policy).
·
· To provide the Athletic Administration with a vehicle to determine the opinion and position of our student athletes on a wide variety of topics effecting the Department of Athletics
· Goals of the Club:
· Serve as an advisory group to the Director of Athletics
· Members are responsible for communicating with their own teams and with the captains of all teams to ensure impute form students at all levels
Meeting Day: September 19 Period 6
October 17 Period 7
November 14 Period 8
December 19 Period 5
January 23 Period 4
February 13 Period 3
March 12 Period 2
April 23 Period 8
May 21 Period 7
Location: Rockwall in Gym
Admission Criteria for Students:
The Captain’s Leadership Council will be composed of the varsity captains from each of the fall interscholastic sports teams and will expand to include winter and spring captains as well. Each captain is nominated by their coach and team members.
Class of 2015
Advisor:
Katie Mallon
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
The mission of the freshman class council is to promote student involvement in the greater school community. We also strive to provide positive behavior and academic success.
Goals of the Club:
· Raise funds for the Class of 2015 by developing fundraisers
· Encourage leadership through service
· Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students
· Encourage social development
Meeting Day: First and third Thursday of the month
Location: B302
Time: 2:30 – 3:30
Admission Criteria for Students:
The criteria for admission is to have passing grades in all subjects and a positive student behavior.
Class of 2014
Advisor:
Kris Bedient
The class of 2014 Student Council will work with the administration and student body to coordinate and encourage student activities, to fundraise for class events, stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy among students, and encourage social development through participation.
Goals of the Club:
· Raise funds for the Class of 2014 by developing fundraisers
· Encourage leadership through service
· Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students
· Encourage social development
Meeting Day: Tuesday
Location: C228
Time: 2:45 – 3:30
Admission Criteria for Students:
Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers
Class of 2013
Advisor:
Toni McBride
The class of 2013 Student Council will work with the administration and student body to coordinate and encourage student activities, to fundraise for class events, stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy among students, and encourage social development through participation.
Goals of the Club:
· Raise funds for the Class of 2013 for an outstanding and unforgettable Senior year by developing fundraisers
· Encourage leadership through service
· Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students
· Encourage social development
Meeting Day: Wednesday
Location: C119
Time: 2:40 – 3:10
Admission Criteria for Students:
Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers
Class of 2012
Advisor:
Dan Mayer
Philosophy (Mission) Statement
To help lead and advise the officers in order to have a low cost, fun, safe and memorable senior year of high school.
Goals of the Club:
· Raise funds for the Class of 2012 to ensure a cost efficient senior year
· Encourage leadership through service
· Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students
· Encourage social development
Meeting Day: Tuesday
Location: C100
Time: 2:50 – 3:35
Admission Criteria for Students:
Students must be a senior, practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers.
Crescent Club
Advisor:
Ted Jones
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
Help the community and the school understand and become aware of the customs, beliefs, and traditions of the Islamic Religion.
Goals of the Club:
· To dispel myths and misconceptions about Islam
· To do charity work for various local and Islamic Organizations
· To provide an opportunity for Muslims and those interested in Islam to meet and share ideas.
Meeting Day: Tuesday
Location: B319
Time: 2:30 – 3:45
Admission Criteria for Students:
An interest in learning about Islam
Dance Troupe
Advisor:
Aaron Ramos & Marybeth Dugan
Philosophy (Mission) Statement:
To provide a fun, safe, and challenging environment for the students to learn and enjoy dance, while building self-confidence and self-esteem, and establishing camaraderie through team-building skills.
Goals of the Club:
· To bring out the students’ creative side through choreography