Arcadia High School

Advancement via Individual Determination Student Association

The AVIDSA (Advancement via Individual Determination Student Association) is an organization for AHS AVID students. AVIDSA organizes leadership, service, and enrichment activities designed to prepare students for entrance to a university. Students must interview to join this student association.

Sponsor: Ms. Winget

AHS Environmental Club

The purpose of the AHS Environmental Club is to create a more environmentally friendly school. To do this, we will fix the recycling program, educate people on recycling, create a plastic recycling program, and do anything else we can to make the school more eco-friendly.

Sponsor: Ms. Berk

Arcadia Ambassadors

Allow students to become leaders and "ambassadors" of Arcadia High School. Show new students or transfer students tours of the school, as well as be a friendly face on campus for all.

Sponsor: Mr. King 

Arcadia Boys Volleyball Club

The Arcadia Volleyball Club is for students who are interested in learning how to play the sport. No experience is necessary. It’s a great place for students to get involved, especially if they don’t have experience playing another sport.

Sponsor: Ms. Kim

Arcadia Climbing Club

Students' mental and physical health through the sport of indoor rock climbing.

Sponsor: Mr. Johanni

Arcadia Community Garden Club

Our mission is to foster a deep-rooted connection between our members and the environment. We will do this by planting, harvesting, and sharing vegetables from our garden with the Arcadia community.

Sponsor: Mr. Mauk

Arcadia Cross County Club

To be an inclusive group for all students. To have the opportunity to fundraise for cross-country team attire and events. To promote the sport of cross country running.

Sponsor: Ms. Boustila

Arcadia eSports

Promote and recruit for Arcadia's premier eSports team in order to practice and win at the state level. Also, to run D&D as well as Magic: the Gathering events for the campus.

Sponsor: Mr. Peralta

Arcadia Kindness Club

To promote kindness and positivity around Arcadia’s campus

Sponsor: Ms. Boustila

Arcadia Model United Nations

This club will give students the chance to practice diplomacy, public speaking, and critical thinking while debating and coming up with solutions to problems in the real world by participating in MUN conferences. Students will be encouraged to improve their knowledge of international relations, gain leadership abilities, and improve their ability for teamwork through the club.

Sponsor: Mr. King

Arcadia Movie Club

Watch, discuss, and enjoy cinema.

Sponsor: Mr. Peralta

Arcadia Newspaper Club

The student-led Arcadia Newspaper Club’s purpose is to inspire young writers to pursue their passions. We want to create a collaborative environment where students learn to write different pieces structured in newspaper format, how to edit, and how to work well with others.

Sponsor: Mr. Hankins 

Arcadia Pride Coalition

We stand as a supportive and inclusive community committed to fostering a sense of pride, understanding, and unity among all students. Our mission is to create a safe and welcoming space where every individual can embrace their authentic self, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression.

Sponsor: Mr. Mauk

Arcadia Red Cross

The purpose of the club is to create opportunities to make a difference by addressing the community's greatest needs and developing leadership skills. We will hold fundraisers and learn about what we can do to help our community. We will have a chance to learn life-saving skills like CPR.

Sponsor: Ms. Assali

Arcadia Robotics Club

To teach the workings of robotics and allow students to expand their knowledge of STEM subjects.

Sponsor: Mr. Hankins

Arcadia Younglife

To encourage students to explore their beliefs, have fun, and connect with the world!

Sponsor: Mr. Otstot

Asian American Pacific Islander

To spread awareness about the AAPI culture and get people excited and involved within the club.

Sponsor: Ms. Riccio

Athletic Training Student Aid Club

Students in sports medicine classes get the opportunity to work with an athletic trainer after school, providing care for athletes.

Sponsor: Ms. Stevens

Band Council

Support the Arcadia H.S. Instrumental Music Program—Bands specifically.

Sponsor: Mr. Fishcher

Battered Suitecases Travel Club

To learn through travel

Sponsor: Ms. Mayorga 

Black Student Union

To create a safe space for black students and allies.

Sponsor: Ms. Maslowski

Bring Change 2 Mind

The purpose of Bring Change to Mind is to destigmatize mental health and create a safe space for students to learn how to identify and cope with any mental issues or stressors they may be experiencing.

Sponsor: Ms. Brodison 

Calculus Club

To promote the study and enjoyment of math and to plan and fund Calculus Camp.

Sponsor: Ms. Dukelow and Ms. Patterson 

Cards for Kids

The purpose of our club is to create cute, sweet, and empowering cards for any patient in the Child Life Department Center at the Phoenix Children’s Hospital to hopefully boost their mental health and put a smile on their faces.

Sponsor: Mr. Mauk

Chaos Corner

Promote school spirit at school sporting events and activities.

Sponsor: Mr. Actil

Chess Club

The Arcadia Chess Club has benefited students in different ways. Some students have become more outgoing and have made new friends. Others have really improved their chess skills and have been inspired to play more online chess.

Sponsor: Mr. Gabriele

CMAS

Support CMAS classes.

Sponsor: Mr. Maxwell

Dance Club

To entertain the community and bring the arts, love, and joy to Arcadia.

Sponsor: Ms. Puddy

 EcoLife

We will be teaching students about the process of recycling and going through the steps of our own unique recycling process in creating ecobricks. Ecobricks are eco-friendly plastic bottles filled with unrecyclable plastic that we will then decide where to donate.

Sponsor: Ms. Nord

Equity and Inclusion Committee

Bring Arcadia together and highlight diversity; we aim to start conversations and promote equity, as well as be a safe club on campus to have open dialogue about important topics.

Sponsor: Mr. Guy

Fashion Club

To have an open discussion about fashion with people who care about fashion. We will also educate people in a more ethical fashion.

Sponsor: Mr. Otstot 

Fellowship Christian Athletes

To target athletes, coaches, and students who are looking for a community to share their experiences.

Sponsor: Mr. Hudnutt and Mr. Lammpa

First Generation Club

Our purpose as a first-generation club is to help those who are first-generation navigate college and life after high school.

Sponsor: Ms. Leiphart

Fishing Club

Teach students how to fish, bring students together, and make their high school experience better.

Sponsor: Mr. Nelson

For A Cause

To give back at the local children’s hospital through patient support.

Sponsor: Ms. Patterson

French Club

To dive deeper into the study of French language and culture.

Sponsor: Ms. Fenn

HOSA Sports Medicine Club

Apart of CTE CTSO requirement, we work to provide blood drives on campus as a community service.

Sponsor: Ms. Stevens 

International Club

To appreciate and learn about different countries and cultures.

Sponsor: Ms. Darnell

Investment Club

To educate students on methods of investing to prepare them to become financially independent members of society

Sponsor: Mr. Otstot 

Japan Club

Learning Japanese culture and language.

Sponsor: Ms. Gerstberger

JustServe

To include all. Other service clubs have requirements, whether academic, service hour requirements, or paying to get in. This is open to everyone. We will reach out to athletic teams as well to work to create team activities to serve people in our community. It also places a big emphasis on teenage mental health within our student body. Going out to serve without pressure from anyone, without requirements, is a great way to uplift your own life and see the needs of the community around you.

Sponsor: Ms. Vitale

Key Club

Lead and participate in community service projects around the school and community.

Sponsor: Mr. King

Lacrosse Club

Lacrosse club is for students who are interested in learning how to play the sport. No experience is necessary. The students have a fall ball season where they practice, and then, in the spring, the season starts when they play at other schools. It’s a great place for students to get involved, especially if they don’t have experience playing another sport. There are no cuts, and the program supports the whole student: physically, emotionally, and academically.

Sponsor: Ms. Kim 

Medical Professions Club

The purpose of the club is to encourage and enrich students who have the potential to pursue a career in the medical field.

Sponsor: Mr. Nafrada

Mu Alpha Theta

Mu Alpha Theta will promote an appreciation for and application of mathematics. It will be open to all students, not just those in honors and AP math courses, who are interested in completing mathematical investigations, math activities, and other STEM-related activities that go beyond the classroom.

Sponsor: Ms. Dukelow and Ms. Patterson

Music Discussion Club

The purpose is to allow students to share all genres and styles of music as well as host in-depth discussions for students to present their own individual taste in music.

Sponsor: Ms. Gillis 

National Art Honor Society

The purpose of the Arcadia Chapter of the National Art Honor Society is to support the arts through community service. There are many art-related community service projects that NAHS has been involved with over the last few years. We have created gingerbread houses with the children at Echo Canyon, held art-making workshops to sell items for Arcadia Agora, whose proceeds benefit Free Arts of AZ, painted murals and face-painted for Elementary school events, volunteered with local artists for Shemer Gallery, and attended the annual Scottsdale Arts Festival.

Sponsor: Ms. Riccio

National Honors Society

To continue the tradition of the NHS and uphold its values.

Sponsor: Dr. Danskey

Orchestra Council

Support the Arcadia H.S. Instrumental Music Program, specifically the orchestras.

Sponsor: Mr. Fishcher

PBIS Club

To promote PBIS and RKDA on campus.

Sponsor: Ms. Blystone

Peer Fundraiser Student Activities Club

The purpose of the club is to help fundraisers raise money to grant students for school-related activities (ex. prom, sports games, etc.).

Sponsor: Mr. Otstot

Pickle Ball Club

To get students more active and have a fun time with peers. No experience is necessary.

Sponsor: Ms. Kim

RKDA Doll Club

To bring the love of dolls of all kinds to Arcadia students.

Sponsor: Mr. Anctil

Rock and Roll Club

The Rock and Roll Club exists to educate Arcadia students who are interested in all forms of music, mainly rock.

Sponsor: Mr. Maxwell 

Speech and Debate

The purpose of Speech and Debate is to open people's minds to real-world problems and get perspectives from both sides. This is a good way to be competitive against other people as well as become a better public speaker.

Sponsor: Mr. Guy

Science and Math Olympiad

The Arcadia H. S. Science and Math Olympiad Student Activities Club is organized exclusively for supplemental educational purposes pertaining to math and science. It emphasizes the development of problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and collaboration through task-oriented activities. It strives to increase school-wide engagement related to STEM subjects and provide a welcoming environment for all. It sets challenges and high expectations for its participants that can be met through practice and determination. Students of all identities are encouraged to participate, and all can succeed in solving problems if they put their minds to it. This club fosters grit in participants through its difficulty and the inevitability of many failed attempts on the path to success. It aims to spark joy in each team member by allowing them to grow curious and interested in STEM subjects while also maintaining a strong team spirit. As pertaining to the olympiad aspect of the club, participation in widely recognized math and science competitions is intended.

Sponsor: Ms. Berk

Student Government

Plan school events and promote school spirit.

Sponsor: Mr. Nelson

Thespians

Promote excellence in theater at Arcadia.

Sponsor: Mr. Fairchild

Titans Feeding Students

We are going to be working with Feeding Students USA, which helps kids and families access healthy food during times of temporary financial strain. We will specifically be focusing on the Thanksgiving Drive in the months leading up to it. During the rest of the year, we will be working on food drives and collecting donations.

Sponsor:  Ms. Darnell

TPUSA / Freedom Club

To identify, empower in a kind way, and organize events for students with common interests!

Sponsor: Mr. Otstot  

Unitown

Promote social change and kindness at Arcadia.

Sponsor: Mr. Fairchild  

Votech TV

Manage and fundraise for the Arcadia TV and Film program.

Sponsor: Mr. Peralta

Zoology Club

To beautify our campus through landscaping.

Sponsor: Ms. Christensen