Ben Davis University High School
Clubs & Activities
- A Clubs
- B Clubs
- C Clubs
- D Clubs
- E Clubs
- F Clubs
- G Clubs
- I Clubs
- K Clubs
- M Clubs
- P Clubs
- R Clubs
- S Clubs
- T Clubs
- U Clubs
- V Clubs
- W Clubs
- Y Clubs
A Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Superbowl | Do you like to compete? Want something to add to your college applications or resume? BE A TEAM PLAYER and join the Academic Super Bowl team, where you will compete in teams of 3 students in a maximum of two subject areas including: math, science, social studies, English, and fine arts (art and music). This year’s theme is “The Age of Exploration: 1400-1650.” See Mrs. Rogers or Mr. Chandler for more information. This club meets every week (but it is only required that you come every other week so you may join other clubs). Starts after fall break!! | Mrs. Rogers Mr. Chandler |
Gold/Purple |
| Academic Support | This is a student choice club to be able to get work done. | Mr. Tyler | Purple |
| ASA (African Student Association) | African Student Association: Cultural Celebration, Community Building, Awareness and Education, Workshops and Presentations, Community Service, Advocacy and Support, Events and Activities. | Mrs. Winsor | Purple |
| Art Club (Limit 3 per Advisory) | We are a mixed medium club. A place to come and explore Art. Some work on major projects as a group and some work individually. | Mrs. Jzar | Purple |
B Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Back Yard BBQ Showdown | This club will be held in the main area of the media center. Students will participate in games they might find at a a backyard BBQ like cornhole, dominoes, card, and also ping pong. | Mrs. Jackson | Purple |
| Board Game Club | Learn and play popular board games in this casual club. Members will learn/play an array of games including Settlers of Catan, Monopoly, Chess, Checkers, Yahtzee, Dungeons and Dragons, Sorry, Coup, Battleship, Clue, Life, Apples to Apples, Pandemic, Connect Four, Uno, Various card games, Risk, and a host of other great games! | Mr. East, Mr. Sibley | Purple |
| Best Buddies (Approved only) | The goal of Best Buddies is to introduce students in general education and special education classes to each other through a mutually enriching club experience where a diverse group of friends can meet new people, participate in group activities, and build a more inclusive school culture at school.
In Best Buddies, we create matches between students with and without disabilities. These ‘buddy pairs’ spend time together during club meetings and communicate – over phone/text, social media, lunch, or in school – at least once a week. For those club members not in a one-to-one match, there are leadership opportunities to spearhead committees that help Best Buddies achieve its mission of inclusion. |
Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Stephens | Purple |
| Bob Ross | Bob Ross's painting method is degined to be easy to learn and follow, even for beginners. Painting can be a calming and meditative experience, helping students reduce stress and anxiety. The club focuses on each student showing a creative side and not on perfection. Participants are urged to experiment and find their own style. This club imparts valuable lefe lessons, such as letting go of perfection, embracing mistakes, and finding joy int he reative pro ess. | Mr. Christianson | Gold |
C Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crafts & Chats (Limit 2 per Advisory) | Crafts and chats is open to all student. Crafts include friendship bracelets, beads, air dry clay and coloring pages. Feel free to bring your own craft and chwith with your friends while you create. | Ms. Lane, Mrs. Rogers | Gold/Purple |
D Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drone (2 per Advisory) | This club offers students a unique opportunity to learn about and engage with cutting-edge technology, fostering STEM skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities. Through hands on activities like drone programming, and piloting, students can develop practical skills relevant tocarious industries and potential future careers. This club will include the Aerial Drone competition team. | Mr. Christianson | Purple |
E Clubs
F Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flag Football & Track | A high-energy sprots club combining the strategy and teamwork of flag football with the speed and agility training of track events, promoting fitness, competition, and fun. | Mr. Nikoll | Gold |
| Fit for Life (2 per Advisory) | Basic fitness activities for a healthy lifestyle. | Mrs. Munguia | Gold |
G Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSA (Genders & Sexualities Alliance) | Our mission is to bring together LGBTQ+ community members and straight allies to work toward a more accepting environment for all people, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity through education, support, social action, and advocacy. We are here to support one another, share resources, learn together, and have fun! | Mr. Bendel Dimmick | Gold |
I Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| International Key Club (Call out and Approval limited to 50 Students) | We are a service club that volunteers at most international and service and health events in the city. We raise funds for natural disasters and work with youth globally to solve youth problems. | Mrs. Jzar, Mr. Waterfill | Gold |
K Clubs
M Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Model United Nations (Call out and Approval) | Model United Nations is an organization for students who are interested in international relations, current events and debate. Members of this group take on the role of a real-world country, research contemporary issues relevant to the global community, and propose possible solutions at conferences. Each conference involves structured debate and informal negotiation between students from many different high schools, and teaches students the importance of cooperation, compromise and reconciling diverse points of view. | Mr. Bendel-Dimmick | Gold |
| MSA | Discussions on Islamic Culture | Mr. Aajaoui | Gold |
P Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Podcast Club (20 Student cap, 1-2 students per Advisory) |
Publish your own podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts using professional gear! All podcast shows must have four people in a group. In order to receive an invitation to host a show, you must submit a show proposal. Only five shows will be accepted this semester. Proposals should be e-mailed to Mr. Brumback. | Mr. Killion | Purple |
| Puzzler (2 per Advisory) | The Puzzler Club is open to all students. It is a time to relax, listen to music, and enjoy interacting with your peers. Did you know that puzzles improve your memory and your problem-solving skills? This club is not only fun but good for your health! We are looking forward to seeing you there! | Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Stephens | Gold |
R Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Role Playing Game (RPG) Club | The RPG club is a social club for students who like playing role playing games such as Dungeons & Dragons, Star Wars and Champions. Play with your friends or make new friends! RPGs create a sense of community, cooperation, problem solving and, of course, adventure. | Mr. Sibley | Gold |
S Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAVE (Students Against Violence Everywhere) | Student Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE) Promise Club aims to empower young leaders to take an active role in increasing school safety and preventing violence in their schools and communities. Students will learn from each other about how to create a welcoming school climate that looks out for one another through activities, events, and projects that promote kindness. Club members will build the knowledge and skills necessary to provide service to their community and school. | Ms. Lane | Purple |
| Soccer Club (2 Per Advisory) |
Practice soccer | Mr. Munguia | Gold |
T Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thrive Tribe | The motto of the Thrive Thrive is “Encouraging others to thrive in life.” Of course, we cannot encourage others to thrive if we are not doing it ourselves. In club we: -Develop motivation & individual leadership skills through activities & games -Assemble and pass out “Baskets of Encouragement” to both staff & students -Build relationships & earn a bunch of service hours -Collaborate with teams to organize 3 large BDU events: BDU’s Got Stars Talent Show in the before Winter Break Thrive Night w/ Dodgeball Tournament before Spring Break The Thrive End-of-the-Year Celebration before Final Exams |
Mr. Mungia, Mrs. Mungia | Purple |
| Trading Card Game Club | You will learn and play a variety of popular card games like Magic The Gathering, Pokeon, Yugioh and so on. | Mr. East, Mr. Tyler | Gold |
U Clubs
V Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Volleyball Club (Limit 2 Per Advisory) |
This club is an opportunity for student to learn some skills needed to play volleyball. Due to the number of students who want to play we don't play regular 6 v 6. We play a modified version of Chinese 9 v 9 volleyball in order to get everyone playing as much as possible. | Mrs. Zeigler | Purple |
W Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight Room Boys (Limit 2 Per Advisory) |
Lift weights and use cardio machines. | Mr. Nikoll | Gold |
| Writing Lab | Writing Lab is a place for you to get some help with your class essays and college applications. Get help brainstorming, planning, researching, organizing, writing, editing, etc. Writing Lab provides you a quiet place and focused time to write. | Mr. Killion | Gold |
Y Clubs
| Club | Description | Sponsor(s) | Week |
|---|---|---|---|
| Young Men of Purpose | This club focuses on building each other up as men, creating brotherhood, accountability and positivity. In this club you will be able to mentor younger students at middle and elementary schools, participate in community service projects and field trips. | Mr. Waterfill | Purple |
| Yearbook (Approval Only) |
Help to tell the story of our year! Members will be responsible for taking and organizing photos, writing copy, and designing pages. | Mrs. Zeigler | Gold |