Mayde Creek High School Student Organizations, Clubs & Activities

Academic Decathlon and UIL Academics

Multidiscipline academic competition for all student levels. Here’s your chance to show what you know in math, social studies, art and music, science, and more! Earn pride, recognition, and even money for college at competitions all over the state. Everyone interested is invited! 

• Meets: Wednesdays, 2:45-3:30
• Sponsor: Evan Adams, Shannon Vince

Band / Color Guard

Symphony, Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Mighty Ram Marching Band, Percussion Ensemble, Brass Choir, Woodwind Choir and Jazz Band.

• Meets: Daily in class and after school for rehearsals (M, W, Th 3:30-6:00 during football season)
• Fees: Band $180, Percussion $265, Color Guard $300
• Links: www.maydecreekband.org 
• Director: Donnie Christian, Director of Bands

Sponsors: Jessica Shine, Head Director and Christopher Walker, Associate Director

Program Fees: $85 for all students

Classroom: Choir Room – Fine Arts Building (FA201)

Choir ensemble breakdown:

• Taking Notes Show Choir (2^nd period) Show Choir or Vocal Ensemble
• Lead by Ms. Shine and Mr. Walker
• Auditioned choir - auditions in May for following year
• $125 Taking Notes fee – covers extra travel, custom jacket, props and costumes for shows, meals, and supplies
• Two Show Choir productions a year – just including these students
• Caroling in December
• Runout performances as requested
• All students in this choir must also be in Kantori (3^rd period)
• Kantori Choir (3^rd period) Varsity
• Lead by Ms. Shine and Mr. Walker
• Auditioned choir – auditions in April for following year
• Competitive Varsity ensemble – includes Kantori Mixed, Kantori Treble, and Kantori Tenor/Bass
• Four performances a year (at minimum)
• Performs National Anthem at home football games, pep rallies, and other requested events
• Monday Night Rehearsals (6-8 pm) in the Spring semester
• Chamber Treble Choir (5^th period) JV A Treble
• Lead by Ms. Shine
• Intermediate ensemble – auditioned in April
• Competitive ensemble
• Four performances a year
• Concert Tenor/Bass Choir (4^th period) JV Tenor/Bass
• Lead by Mr. Walker
• Beginner/Freshman choir – no audition required
• Competitive ensemble
• Four performances a year
• Chorale Treble Choir (6^th period) JV B Treble
• Lead by Mr. Walker
• Beginner/Freshman choir – no audition required
• Competitive ensemble
• Four performances a year

The Creatives Alliance

The club meets to empower students through their writing and artwork, and improve their speaking and sharing skills by presenting to peers

• Meets: Every other week at 2:45 - follow the socials to be notified of meeting days!
• Fees: None
• Instagram: @mchs_TCA
• Sponsor: Eric Collyer, Room 2113

Crochet Club

Students will learn new skills in crocheting, such as stitches and patterns. The club will work on producing items and projects and donate them to charitable causes. 

• Meets: Every Wednesday after school in the library
• Fees: $15 fee for supplies
• Sponsor: Amy Fenwick, Room 2335

Dungeons & Dragons Club

The D&D Club will allow students to meet and play Dungeons and Dragons (D&D). D&D is the most popular tabletop role-playing game in the world. Players create characters and work with each other to guide their groups through dangerous monster encounters to find treasure, rescue those in distress, and save the world! Students will learn teamwork, conflict resolution, and problem-solving strategies. All experience levels are welcome. We can’t wait for you to join a campaign!

• Meets: Every Thursday from 2:45-4:00 in room 2226
• Fees: None
• Sponsor: Lacey Chollett 

Dance Team, Martinettes

Come join one of the best organizations on campus! The MCHS Martinettes is full of fun and tradition and an important spirit program here at Mayde Creek. We perform at all football games, pep rallies, and several other school/community events. We spend the spring preparing for competitions and finish the year off with our annual Dance Spring Show.

• Meets: Every morning beginning at 6:15am through 1st Period. ​
• Requirements: Anyone in grades 9-11 may try out to be on next year’s team. Enrollment in dance class is not required to try out, but it is encouraged. New team member fees are required, but there are many fundraising opportunities to help with this.​
• Sponsors: Jenny O’Connell and Bella Dollins

FFA Future Farmers of America

FFA is a dynamic and growing youth organization, nearly half-a-million student members strong based in agricultural science education. The National FFA is successfully changing lives and preparing students for leadership, personal growth and career success. These lessons, skills, friendship and experiences shape our members! The benefits remain for their entire lives even after high school. Members participate in a wide range of agricultural science education activities, leading to the possibility of more than 300 professional career opportunities! Please access the National Website for event dates by clicking https://www.ffa.org/

FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education!

• Meets: Evenings at 3:00pm posted on www.theaet.com and Social Media
• Requirements: Must be enrolled in an agriculture class  
• Fees: $25.00 a year
• Sponsors: Chelsea Lewandowski, Ronnie Mushinski, Karleigh Eversole, Anissa Garcia, & Makaela Cork

French Club

Get involved in French culture…and you don’t have to be in French class! Anyone can join.

• Meets: 1st Thursday of the month during Advisory, 3rd Thursday of the month after school - in room S207
• Sponsor: Mr. Sullivan

French National Honor Society

We will meet on the first Thursday of the month during advisory for tutoring. 

• Requirements: Students must have a 3.0 GPA or higher overall and a 3.75 or higher in French classes. Must have completed French 2.
• Fees: $25 a year
• Sponsor: Mr. Sullivan, Room S207

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

Learn the business of business through relationships, leadership and career development programs. Monthly projects and simulated competitions can earn students scholarships. We also hold the annual DodgeBall tournament which encourages good sportsmanship. Please access the national website for event dates by clicking https://www.fbla-pbl.org/ 

• Sponsors: Sue Giles (Room S311)
• Fees: $30.00 Fee
• Meetings: Meets 2nd/4th Tuesday after school​​

GSA- Gender Sexuality Alliance 

GSA builds community at school and provides an opportunity for students of all orientations to meet and discuss issues. The club will help to educate students and staff across the campus about issues facing the LGBTQ+ community.

• Meets: Tuesday after school
• Sponsor: Mr. Martin Harris, Room 2103

Legal Scholars Club

The Legal Scholars Club introduces students to the legal system and provides opportunities for them to learn about pathways to a legal career.

• Meets: Twice a month
• Sponsors: Sam Powell, Room 2430 and Joe Watson, Room 2228

Liberty in North Korea (LINK)

To promote awareness of North Korean refugees who face exploitation and capture.

• Meets: Meets once a month
• Fees: $50 fee
• Sponsor: Tuyen Nguyen, Room 2403 

Girls Basketball

• No prior years of experience necessary. 
• Try-Outs: Late October *You will need a current physical on file* 
• Basketball Season: October-February 8 

Come hoop it up at the Creek! We have a knowledgeable and experienced coaching staff here at Mayde Creek not only to teach newcomers but to further develop the skills of any athlete who is a frequent basketball player. The process of basketball is vital, not just the result of winning or losing. We will do everything possible to win, but the character traits derived from basketball in a good program can carry a woman throughout her adult life. Building character traits is an essential aspect of the program. We genuinely feel that the game of basketball is one of the most excellent learning tools that a young person can have. It teaches one never to quit, never to give up, or never to give in. Our players will experience failure and will learn how to respond to the loss positively. Basketball will teach one to face adversity and learn to overcome it. It leads one to work together with many different groups of people to achieve a common goal.

Head Girls Basketball Coach: Nia Torru at NiaTorru@katyisd.org

Golf

Men's and Women's Golf is a good way to be part of a team and play for Mayde Creek High School. Since we are limited to the amount of quality practice that can be conducted on the grounds here at MCHS, improving your game does require a commitment for transportation to get to and from practice (driving range or golf course) on certain days.

• Meetings: Class meets in the field house during 7th period; after-school practice schedule varies 
• Requirements: completed physical.
• Fees:$50 user fee 
• Sponsor: Skyler Vela

Health Occupations Student of America H.O.S.A 

Key Club International is an international community service organization led by high school students. Key Club International is a part of Kiwanis International. Key Club’s goal is to foster leadership by serving others. You may earn Service awards and hours towards RSVP cord to wear on graduation. Community Service looks great on both educational and job résumés. A free t-shirt is included with dues. 

• Meets: 2nd and 4th Wednesday after school 2:45-3:45pm 
• Fees: $30 includes international and district dues 
• Sponsor: Delila Higgins, Room 2121 http://maydecreekkeyclub.weebly.com/​​

National Art Honor Society

Membership is based upon art scholarship, service and character. We promote art awareness to the school and the community.  Eligible: Must have 1 year of Art and must be in an upper level art class (sculpture, ceramics, drawing, AP Art). Must maintain a 3.0 GPA overall and a 4.0 in Visual Arts classes. Must maintain 10 service hours per semester to maintain membership.

• Meets: Thursdays once a month​ in room 1126
• Requirements: Members must maintain 10 hours of NAHS community service per semester.
• Fees: $25
• Sponsors: Daniel Rodriguez

National English Honor Society

The object of this chapter shall be to create an enthusiasm for scholarship in English Language Arts, to serve society by fostering literacy, to promote cultural stimulation, and to encourage the development of character and fellowship in students of Mayde Creek High School. 

• Meets: Monthly in room 2120
• Candidates eligible for election to this chapter shall have a minimum English grade point average of 3.5. 
• Candidates eligible for election to this chapter shall have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5. 
• Candidates must participate in (at least one) extracurricular English club or class other than NEHS 
• UIL Spelling 
• UIL Literary Criticism 
• UIL Ready Writing 
• Academic Decathlon 
• Academic Octathlon 
• Creative Writing 
• Literary Magazine 
• Yearbook, Newspaper 
• Pre-AP or AP English Dual Credit English​
• Fees: $25
• Sponsors:Lydia Dennis

National Honor Society

Juniors and Seniors may apply. Applicants are screened by the committee during the spring semester of a student’s sophomore and junior year and must maintain a 3.75 GPA. 30 hours of community service are required. A special induction ceremony for new members occurs in April.

• Meets: 3rd Thursday of every month at 2:45pm in the LGI
• Requirements: Students will be invited to apply in the spring of their Sophomore or Junior year if they have achieved a 3.75 GPA or higher.  Their application must demonstrate the qualities of leadership, service, and character. Successful candidates will be inducted in a ceremony in April. Members must maintain a GPA of 3.75, perform at least 30 hours of service per year, and participate in NHS activities, meetings, and projects.
• Fees: $30 fee, includes a t-shirt and an NHS graduation stole for members in good standing
• Sponsors: Amy Fenwick (2325) & Sarah Womack (S334)   

Navy Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (NJROTC)​

A leadership and citizenship development program dedicated to building confidence, leadership skills, and physical fitness in high school students. Uniforms are worn weekly. Open to all KISD high school students but meets only at MCHS. Membership in NJROTC can fulfill the graduation PE requirements.

• Meets: Every day in class​ in room 1404
• Fees: $20 for the purchase of physical training (PT) apparel
• Links: https://www.njrotc.navy.mil/index.html and https://www.facebook.com/groups/RamCorps/
• Staff: Commander E. Mikel, USN (Ret) and First Sergeant L. Rodriguez, USMC (Ret)

Orchestra consists of violin, viola, cello, bass, and piano. 

The five Orchestras (Sinfonia, Sinfonietta, Cambiata, Lyrica, and Philharmonia) perform 3–7 performances a year, including participation in UIL Contests. Beyond performing, the orchestra has regular socials, rehearsals, volunteer opportunities, and a spring trip.

• Meets: Daily in-class and after-school rehearsals, counts towards a Fine Arts Credit - meets in the Orchestra room in the Fine Arts Building
• Fees: $50 Activity fee 
• Director: Mr. Geyssens

PALS

PALs (Peer Assistance and Leadership Services) is a mentor program where MCHS students travel to surrounding feeder schools to mentor at risk kids. Requirements: Students must apply, interview, and give out teacher recommendation forms their sophomore and junior year.

• Meets: PALs is a year-long class that you will have during your regular scheduled day​
• Fees: Varies (depends on how much our shirt costs) 
• Sponsor: Korey Byrd, Room 2102

Passion Project

Passion project will establish a community of giving and increase students social skills. Students will promote service project and community building initiatives.

• Meets: The 3rd Thursday of each month
• Fees: $10
• Sponsor: Josh Orrego, Room 1122

Visual Arts and Animation Laboratory

If you LOVE visual arts or animation or photography, then this is the club for you! We have monthly contests, weekly features on our Instagram and Twitter accounts, seasonal parties, and an end-of-the-year field trip.

• Sponsors: Caron Blake, Room 1317, Deah Daigle, Room 1321 , Dagny Rosas, Room 1314 , Stig Daniel, Room 1308​
• Fees:  $25 and one bag of candy for Trunk or Treat (covers t-shirt and one field trip)  
• Meetings: Every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday of the month after school. Text @ke97dh to 81010 to stay updated on upcoming events and meetings.

This is a community service program where students participating become a resource to our community, see the school as a helpful part of the community, and learn how the disciplines taught in school integrate into life’s work. 

• RSVP offers the only approved cord worn at graduation besides academia. All requirements are outlined on the website. There are no meetings and students are responsible for obtaining their own volunteer opportunities. Everyone can participate. A minimum of 60 hours are required to get the white cord at graduation. Hours must be logged on x2vol.com.
• Sponsor: 12th Grade Assistant Principal

• Meetings: At least once per six weeks
• Fees: $20
• Sponsors: Virginia Bening, Room 2302 & Michael McCauley, Room 2310

Social Studies Honor Society is for juniors and seniors that excel in the field of Social Studies. Students should have completed at least two core social studies courses, have at least a 3.0 GPA, and demonstrate engagement within their school or community.

• Meets: When Needed
• Fees: TBD
• Sponsors: Sean Schirmacher and Sam Nguyen

Spanish Club

Learn about Spanish-speaking countries and meet new people from different countries. You do not have to be enrolled in Spanish to join. Application available in Room Rm 1304.

• Meets: Usually Thursdays 2:45-3:15
• Fees:$25 with shirt, $10 without shirt
• Sponsor: Evelin Segovia, Room 1405

Spanish National Honor Society

Spanish National Honor Society is a highly recognized organization that continuously promotes the learning of Spanish, encourages leadership, and constantly looks for opportunities to work for the community. 

Requirements: Future members need to fill out an application, study 3 semesters of Spanish, and must maintain a 3.5 GPA. 30 hours of community service are required (15 hours must be with the Spanish NHS). A special induction ceremony for new members occurs in April.  

• Meets: 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month after school. 
• Fees: $20 for new members and $15 for returning members 
• Links: Twitter - @MaydeCreekSNHS
• Sponsor: Norma Ledesma, Room 1306​

The National Forensic League is a nationally recognized competitive speech and debate team that competes against other schools in a variety of debate, public speaking, and acting events. It is a lot of fun and a great way to prepare for college. Taking the Debate class is recommended, but not required.

• Sponsor: Martin Harris, Room 2103
• Meetings: Thursdays after school ​

Student council shares students’ ideas, interests, and concerns with teachers and principals and raises funds to help school-wide activities, social events, community projects, and people in need. Contact sponsor for info on fees.

• Requirements: Students may join two times per year: In the spring of the prior school year and for a brief time in the fall of the current school year. 
• Elected Positions: President, Vice-President, Treasurer, Secretary & Historian.
• Links: Twitter - @RamStuCo 
• Sponsor: Donna Brslik-Lumicao

Mayde Creek Theatre/Thespian Troupe #4234

Mayde Creek Theater produces a full season of plays, musicals, and other theatrical events. You do not need to be enrolled in a theater class to join. Auditions for our shows are always open to all students and we normally rehearse 3-5 Monday through Thursday and a little later on Fridays - sometimes on Saturdays. We will have general troupe meetings each Friday in the Black Box at 2:45 which should only last about 30 minutes.

• Fees: Course Fee: $25 Show fee: $75 for play/$150 for musical 
• Thespian yearly dues: $20 (inducted members only)​​
• Sponsor: Paul Shaffer, Room Black Box in the Fine Arts Building or Lindsay Luker Room 1019

Wrestling

Wrestling is a sport that truly is for everybody. All weights and sizes are welcome and no experience is required to join. Come out and become a champion!

• Meets: Wrestling Room, Monday- Friday 3:00-5:00 PM
• Fees: $25 user fee
• Required: Physical on file, wrestling shoes
• Sponsor: R. Becerra, Room S103

Yearbook, Paladin

Be a part of our award-winning yearbook team. Sharpen your photography and writing skills, and learn valuable desktop publishing and graphic design skills. Help us create an unforgettable yearbook!

To buy yearbook online, click here

https://www.jostens.com/yearbooks/students-and-parents/about-yearbooks

• Meetings: 4th period
• Requirements: Prerequisite Courses Journalism or Photojournalism
• Twitter: @MaydeYearbook 
• Sponsor: Nedone Brantley, Room 1223​

UIL Spelling

Spelling is an immensely important skill. We learn word origins, and expand our knowledge of vocabulary and pronunciation; all of which help us to be successful in the SAT and ACT. We prepare for the invitational and district contests, which will take place in the spring. The written content includes multiple-choice items, proofreading, and spelling. The vocabulary contest involves a multiple-choice format involving vocabulary in context. There is also a pronounced part of the contest where competitors must correctly spell words that are spoken by a pronouncer. 

• Meets: Tuesday and Thursday at 2:45
• Sponsor: Mr. Von, Room