GREAT WAYS TO
GET INVOLVED
A Guide to
LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL
Clubs and Organizations ~ 2015 ~ 2016
Welcome to
Liberty HIGH SCHOOL!
You will find that high school can be the best time of
your life. It is best when you are involved in activities
outside of the classroom. These activities add that extra
balance to your education. Remember, colleges and
employers will also be interested in your participation in
extracurricular activities. Whether you are involved in
athletics, academic, service, or interest clubs, there is
much you can do.
On the following pages you will find the most complete
listing of student clubs and organizations possible. Each
club and advisor can provide you with additional
information.
We hope you see something that interests you. Take
time to speak with the advisor and sign up to join.
Again, we stress the value of being involved!
Mission Statement
“Strive for Excellence”
5 Pillars of Excellence:
Academics
Arts
Athletics
Community
Service
Administration
Kenneth Goncz ~ [email protected]
Principal
Maria Martin ~ [email protected]
Assistant Principal
Jared Wastler ~ [email protected]
Assistant Principal
Brian Tombs ~ [email protected]
Academic Facilitator
Ed DeVincent ~ [email protected]
Athletic Director
A GUIDE TO LHS
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
ACADEMIC CHALLENGE
Dues: none
Advisor: Mrs. Barrows
The It’s Academic Team is a quiz bowl and trivia team. We participate on the television show “It’s
Academic” and in four Carroll Academic Challenges against other county high schools. The club is
open to all students. Practices will start immediately for an October taping for the television show.
ART HONOR SOCIETY (NAHS)
Dues: $15
Advisor: Mrs. Latane-Valis
NAHS is an art-based honor society that aims to recognize students who have shown outstanding
ability in art while raising art education throughout the school and community.
BEST BUDDIES
Dues: TBD
Advisors: Mrs. Cole/Mrs. Taylor
Best Buddies pairs students with disabilities in friendships with high school students and offers students
a unique opportunity to develop leadership skills within the school setting. With the support of school
faculty and Best Buddies staff, students lead and direct the chapters in their schools. There is an
application process to join the club.
BOOK DISCUSSION CLUB
Dues: $5
Advisors: Mrs. Mayo/Mrs. Singer
Book Discussion meets to engage in conversation and discuss different views about the books chosen
to be read. All books are chosen by club members with advisor approval.
CHESS
Dues: 10 new/$5 returning
Advisor: Mr. Colasuonno/Mr. Connolly
All members will meet to play chess. They will work in getting the school involved in playing chess and
also compete in tournaments.
CLASSES
Dues: $25*
Advisors, Class of 2016
Mrs. Coleman/Mrs. Nolan
Advisors, Class of 2017
Mrs. Beglan/Dr. Young
Advisors, Class of 2018
Mr. Selby
Advisors, Class of 2019
TBA
The class plans dances, fundraisers, service projects, and class activities. Fundraisers help defray the
cost of senior events. *Dues are a one-time fee only paid at the beginning of the freshman year.
DEBATE CLUB
Advisors: Mrs. Bosnic and Mrs. Hamilton
Dues: $10
(includes a t-shirt)
The Debate Club will work toward techniques, skills, and opportunities to encourage and develop the
art of successful debating. All students are welcome and encouraged to join.
DRAMA CLUB
Dues: $10
Advisor: Mrs. Deen
Drama Club is for students interested in theater arts and performance. Activities include two or three
major performances a year. Through active participation in these programs students can become
members of the National Thespians.
ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
Dues: $5
Advisors: Mrs. Mathias and Ms. Schap
Our mission is to promote awareness of environmental concerns throughout our school and community.
Students will have opportunities to work on projects to help Liberty High School go green.
FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
Dues: none
Advisors: Mr. Hallis
FCA is a huddle group striving to grow spiritually; reaching out to others both in word and deed with the
gospel, encouraging and supporting each other through God’s word, and seeking accountability to each
other and God. FCA is open to all students (not just athletes). FCA meets every Thursday at 7 am.
FFA (National Organization for Students Agriculture Education)
Dues: $12
Advisors: Mrs. Linfield and Mrs. MacLeod
The FFA is a National organization of students interested in agricultural education. The primary aim of
the FFA is the development of agricultural leadership, cooperation, and citizenship. Members
participate in public speaking, skills contests, chapter meetings, award and recognition programs,
committees, and community projects. All activities provide FFA members with opportunities to develop
personal leadership skills. Note: Students must be currently enrolled in an Agriscience class.
FRENCH CLUB
Dues: $10
Advisor: TBA
French Club provides students with extensions of French conversation and cultural activities introduced
in French classes at Liberty High. Visitations to Art Museums and French restaurants occur yearly.
Note: Students must be currently enrolled in a French class at Liberty.
GERMAN CLUB
Dues: $5
Advisor: Mrs. Hackett
Students are encouraged to attend McDaniel College’s annual German-American Day field trip in
October. Students expand their exposure to the culture of German-speaking countries with several
hands-on activities throughout the year – shape Marzipan into various sculptures, assembler and
decorate gingerbread houses, decorate gingerbread hearts, share their favorite German, Austrian,
Swiss specialty with other club members
HISTORY CLUB
Dues: TBD
Advisor: Mrs. Dileonardi
The History Club’s mission is to encourage interest in, understanding of and appreciation of history.
We will plan a Veteran’s Day celebration and field trips to various historical venues.
INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETY
Dues: $10
Advisor: Mrs. Hughes
ITS is an honorary group for high school theatre students, a division of the Educational Theatre
Association (EdTA). The mission of ITS is to honor student excellence in the theatre arts. Thespian
troupes are just a component of a school’s theatre program. Thespian induction is a great motivator for
students to become more active in their school’s theatre program. Students must take a Drama Class
and accumulate a minimum of 12 points to be inducted into ITS.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS)
Dues: $10
Advisors: Mrs. Quinn/Mrs. Young
The National Honor Society has four goals for members to uphold: scholarship, service, leadership,
and character. Members participate in activities and projects that benefit the school and community,
attend meetings, and sponsor the scholarships for members and non-members. Membership in NHS
is not guaranteed and is by invitation only based upon specific criteria; with no final grades of D or F,
and a rigorous application process. The Faculty Council grants membership to those who meet all
established criteria.
NATIONAL OCEAN SCIENCE BOWL TEAM
Dues: TBA
Advisor: Ms. Schap
The National Ocean Science Bowl Team is an academic team that participates in regional competitions
focusing on marine science. Students who have an interest in marine science are welcomed to join.
Two teams will compete at the regional level and preference is given to those students who attend after
school practices.
PHOTOGRAPHY
Dues: $5
Advisor: Mr. MacDonald
The Photography Club will allow students to document sports, clubs, school activities, student events,
and student life at LHS and the surrounding neighborhood. This club is a chance for students to share
their passion of photography and desire to pursue their creative ambition through display of their work
and innate abilities. In addition it will provide a structured opportunity to have peer and teacher critiques
of student and faculty generated photographs.
RHO KAPPA
Dues: $5
Advisor: Mrs. Dileonardi
History Honor Society – the mission is to promote scholarships and recognize excellence in Social
Studies.
SKI AND SNOWBOARD CLUB
Dues: $5
Advisor: Ms. Schap
This activity is open to all Liberty students who have an interest in snow skiing and snowboarding. The
Ski Club plans after school trips to ski slopes in the area and encourages participation by both beginners
and more advanced skiers. Equipment is available for rental at the ski areas.
SPANISH CLUB
Advisor: Mrs. Hudson
Dues: $5
The goals of the Spanish Club are to provide fellowship with other Spanish-speaking students, to
enrich students’ cultural awareness of Spanish speaking countries, to strengthen communication
skills, and to develop relationships with native speakers here and in other countries. Club members
decide what activities they would like to pursue for the year. Note: Students must be in Spanish II or
above and willing to practice conversation in Spanish.
STRATEGY/GAME CLUB
Dues: TBA
Advisor: Mr. Fritch
The Strategy Club is where students will get together and play various forms of strategy games. These
will mostly consist of cards and board games. Some examples are Yu -Gi-Oh!, Magic: The Gathering,
Pokémon the card game, Monopoly, Sorry!, LIFE, and other card/board games.
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SGA)
Advisors: Mrs. Singer
Dues: none
The LHS SGA is the voice of the student body. They represent the student body in negotiations with
the administration and participate in projects to benefit the school and the community. Past projects
have been Homecoming and blood drives. Students must complete a membership packet each year
to be considered for membership. Runoff elections will occur if applications exceed 10% of the
students enrolled in that grade. To maintain membership, members must maintain a weighted GPA
of 2.5 or higher and academic eligibility each marking period. Elections are held, in the spring of each
school year, with the exception of freshmen representatives they occur in the fall. Along with the 3
elected officers and appointed officers, these students make up the Association. Classes/Clubs may
send representatives to the meetings.
TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY
Dues: $10
Advisor: Ms. Jason
Tri-M is a Music Honor Society that supports music activity in the community. Members participate in
honor groups such as All-County and All-State band and orchestra, Eisteddfod and All-State Chorus.
Inside the school we have participants in marching band and the musicals. Members are involved in
various community activities such as McDaniel college band, GBYO, and individual performance
groups. Our members are music enthusiasts and many of them plan to be future music majors or
minors.
Tri-M is only open to students in grades 10-12. If selected, students must maintain a 2.0 overall GPA,
be enrolled in a year-long music class, have no grade lower than a “B” in any music class, complete 3
musical activities and 3 service hours to the department annually in order to remain eligible.
ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLUB
Advisor: Mr. Parker
Dues: TBA
Ultimate Frisbee is a club consisting of approximately 20 members. The club will meet twice in the
Spring and Fall.
VARSITY CLUB
Dues: $10.00
Facilitator: Mr. Reiter / Faculty Advisor: Ed DeVincent
Varsity Club is open for athletes who have earned a varsity letter, is academically eligible, and in good
standing with the team. Members are encouraged to participate in the interscholastic athletics program,
promote school spirit, and support the efforts of student athletes on and off the field. We will participate
in Varsity club sponsored activities and a community service project.
WRITER’S CLUB
Dues: $10.00
Advisors: Mrs. Young
The Creative Writing Club was created by students for students. Our writers share original works of
poetry and prose in an environment of fellow original thinkers. Members also look at popular authors
and analyze their works in a round table discussion. Opportunities are provided for writing contests,
workshops, and publication of Liberty’s literary magazine. The club involves students who edit and
consolidate their writing and works from Liberty students to be published in Journal Liberty. The journal
consists of poetry, short stories, and reflections. We meet every Tuesday after school.