Student Activities and Clubs
Academic Challenge Quiz Team: The Academic Team is a group of students who share the joy of learning through academic competition. This is a quick recall team for 9th through 12th grade students, and they compete annually during the fall semester. The competition involves rounds of quick questions and answers using a buzzer system. Teams earn points in each round in an effort to get to the championship round. They meet on Wednesdays during FLEX in E310. Advisor e-mail: morrisr@fortmillschools.org
American Sign Language: The ASL Club is a welcoming space for students interested in learning and practicing American Sign Language. Our goal is to build communication skills, foster inclusivity, and celebrate the richness of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing community. Members will participate in fun, interactive activities such as learning signs for everyday conversations, playing signing games, and engaging in cultural discussions. Whether you are brand new to ASL or already have some experience, this club offers an encouraging environment to grow your skills, connect with others, and promote awareness of the importance of accessibility and communication. Meets on Thursdays during FLEX in D307. Advisor e-mail: jetere@fortmillschools.org
Art Club: No experience necessary. Come and work on group projects that serve the school and community. Student run organization makes this club truly yours! Meeting dates are TBD (Monthly and Project Based) during FLEX in G205. Advisor e-mail: schauerb@fortmillschools.org
Beta Club: Students in grades 10-12 who have a GPA of 3.8 or greater and have a record of good citizenship will be invited to join each year. Meetings are the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 8 a.m. or during FLEX (choose 1) in the Auditorium. Advisor e-mail: vanwierend@fortmillschools.org
Book Lovers Club: Club gives students a place to hang out for FLEX and share their love for books with other students who share the same interests or are looking for new books to read. Meets once a week during FLEX in F205. Advisor e-mail: newsomem@fortmillschools.org
Catawba Ridge Clay Busters: Join the Clay Busters Club! We are a community of clay pigeon enthusiasts, from experiences to brand-new beginners. Whether you're looking to hone your skills, compete in friendly tournaments, or just enjoy the thrill of breaking clays with friends, our club offers a welcoming and supportive environment. Come on out and experience the excitement of the sport! Meets during FLEX (H115) and week-ends for practice and competitions. Advisor e-mail: sweemd@fortmillschools.org
Chess Club: Come learn how to play chess which improves concentration and problem solving skills. You can also participate in competitions to see who is the master at chess. If you don't know how to play, that is fine because we can help you learn. Meets on Tuesdays during FLEX in F311. Advisor e-mail: dittmer@fortmillschools.org
Club Unify: Unified Sports is through Special Olympics. It is an opportunity for our students without disabilities to participate in disability awareness activities and various sports with our Level 1/2/3 Special Settings students. We will have various disability awareness campaigns and activities throughout the school. We will also have a Unified Track & Field & Tennis Team this year. This is an opportunity for students with and without disabilities to interact together through sports and community involvement. Meets Monday-Friday during FLEX in D119. Advisor e-mail: smithcb@fortmillschools.org
C-RAD: Welcome to C-RAD, the Catawba Ridge Adventure Division! Our club is dedicated to all things adventure, offering a variety of outdoor activities to excite and challenge students. Whether you’re passionate about mountain biking, hiking, trail running, kayaking, rock climbing, or just exploring the great outdoors, C-RAD has something for you. Join us to experience thrilling adventures, develop new skills, and make lasting memories with fellow outdoor enthusiasts. Let's embark on epic journeys and discover the beauty of nature together! Meeting days are TBD during FLEX in B211. Advisor E-mail: bojanowskib@fortmillschools.org
Copperheads for Christ: No experience necessary! Join us as we build a Christ-centered, student-led, community here at the Ridge. Each week, we dive into our bibles and spend time worshiping together. CfC is all about coming together to grow in our walk with Christ. We would LOVE to have you join us! Meetings are Wednesdays during FLEX in F218. Advisor E-mail: thomasc@fortmillschools.org; adamsme@fortmillschools.org
Copperheads Inc. (Entrepreneurship Club): Inspiring future business leaders to succeed in the community while learning how to start up a business. Meets every other Thursday during FLEX in E210. Advisor E-mail: simsj@fortmillschools.org
Criminal Justice Club: Meets on Thursdays during FLEX in F317. Advisor e-mail: mintoj@fortmillschools.org
Debate Club: Engages students in a competitive atmosphere and allows for expression of personal opinions through debate. Meets on Thursdays during FLEX in the Lecture Hall. Advisor e-mail: fitzpatrickj@fortmillschools.org
Digital Variation: This club will give students the opportunity to experience the field of technology without having to take a semester long class for it. Also, it has come to our attention that there are no current technology clubs at CRHS. Meetings are TBA during FLEX in E209. Advisor e-mail: thomasda@fortmillschools.org
Diversity Council: The mission of the CR Diversity Council is to collaborate with CRHS administration and provide feedback on issues concerning the student body, in order to continue fostering an inclusive culture at CRHS. Meetings are the 1st Wednesday of each month during FLEX in D125. Advisor e-mail: arandaa@fortmillschools.org
Drama Club: All are welcome in the drama club! No acting or theatre experience necessary. Students will learn and practice acting and technical theatre skills, participate in theatre competitions, community outreach, and future theatre productions. (Note: you can still be in drama club if you don't want to act onstage!) Meetings are 2nd Tuesday of each month during FLEX in the Black Box/Auditorium. Advisor e-mail: hazeltonk@fortmillschools.org
Environmental Club: Purpose of club is to educate students of environmental issues, provide easy access to volunteering events, and provide students skills to work in the wilderness. Meetings are every other Thursday during FLEX in F214. Advisor e-mail is opreag@fortmillschools.org
Esports: Students are placed on teams for their favorite games, they set up practice schedules, are given a match schedule and strategize to win their matches against other school. An average club day is filled with organizing practices, scrimmaging, watching professional players, and team building exercises. Meetings are Tuesdays during FLEX in E302. Advisor e-mail: baera@fortmillschools.org; sweetj@fortmillschools.org
FBLA: Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is the largest and oldest student business organization in the world. We're a dynamic club dedicated to helping students like you develop leadership skills, network with business professionals, and prepare for successful careers. Whether you're interested in finance, marketing, management, or entrepreneurship, FBLA provides hands-on experience and opportunities to compete in events at the regional, state, and national levels. It's a great way to build your resume, meet new people, and make a real impact in your community. Join Us to: Boost your skills in public speaking, teamwork, and decision-making, Network with professionals and learn about real-world business careers, Compete in a wide range of business-related events, Gain recognition for your achievements and passion for business.
We welcome all students who want to explore their business interests and build a foundation for their future. Join us today and start your journey to becoming a future business leader! Meetings are Mondays during FLEX in E207. Advisor e-mail: pricea@fortmillschools.org; thomasda@fortmillschools.org
FFA: FFA is a dynamic youth organization that changes lives and prepares members for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. FFA develops members’ potential and helps them discover their talent through hands-on experiences, which give members the tools to achieve real-world success. Members are future farmers, chemists, veterinarians, government officials, entrepreneurs, bankers, international business leaders, teachers and premier professionals in many career fields. FFA is an intracurricular student organization for those interested in agriculture and leadership. It is one of the three components of agricultural education. The official name of the organization is the National FFA Organization. The letters “FFA” stand for Future Farmers of America. These letters are a part of our history and our heritage that will never change. Chapter meetings are once a month during FLEX in D122. Advisor e-mail: huddym@fortmillschools.org
French Club: Bonjour! Join us to learn more about the French-speaking world. Meetings are every other Wednesday during FLEX in F120. Advisor e-mail: ferrello@fortmillschools.org
Generations Club: Generations Club is “no-strings-attached” volunteering with the elderly and young (elementary school) children. We will be looking for some creative ways to help in the community. Please join us to brainstorm ideas on how we can help! Meetings are twice a month on either Tuesday or Thursday during FLEX in F308. Advisor e-mail is bowmanm@fortmillschools.org
HOSA: HOSA is a student-led organization of Future Health Professionals. It is the largest international organization operating in schools for students enrolled in health science and biomedical sciences programs and serving those interested in pursuit of career in health and biomedical professions. HOSA’s purpose is to develop leadership and technical competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition, which is an integral part of the instructional program. This student-led organization provides opportunities for students to practice and refine their academics, technical, leadership and teamwork skills to achieve seamless transition from classroom to career. The mission of HOSA is to enhance the delivery of compassionate, quality health care by providing opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development of all health science education students, therefore, helping the student meet the needs of the health care community. Meetings are Fridays (1st Friday-Officers and 2nd Friday-Members) during FLEX in D120.
Interact Club: This is a high school version of a Rotary Club. Everything is focused on Service Above Self - serving others in the community. Students will have opportunities to earn community service hours by participating in community-based service projects. Meetings are Thursdays during FLEX in F105. Advisor e-mail is bauerc@fortmillschools.org
International Club: Students take turns presenting about other places, cultures, food. We focus on one country or area per meeting. Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Fridays of every month during FLEX in F121. Advisor e-mail: davist@fortmillschools.org
LeadHERship Club: Our Mission is to provide a safe learning environment for teen women to become strong leaders within their communities. Offering insight into what it is like for women working as leaders within male-dominated fields in order to empower the next generation of future leaders. Meetings are Wednesdays during FLEX in F115. Advisor e-mail is vanhooses@fortmillschools.org
Maker Space-Engineering Club: The CR Engineering Club serves a purpose to inspire students to enter STEM careers and/or degrees by fostering a passion for problem based learning with a focus on engineering design. Students will apply their engineering knowledge and expertise to real world problems in a competition setting. Meetings are TBA during FLEX in B207. Advisor e-mail: pilarczykc@fortmillschools.org
Mentor Matchup: At Mentor Matchup, our mission is to create a vibrant and enriching student club that fosters deep connections between upperclassmen mentors and underclassmen mentees. Through these connections, we aim to create a strong sense of school spirit, promote meaningful peer interactions, and ensure that every member feels supported on their educational journey. Our core values are connection, school spirit, peer interaction, and empowerment. At Mentor Matchup, we recognize the transformative potential of connecting upper and lowerclassmen, enhancing school spirit, nurturing peer interactions, creating connections, and providing support. Through these pillars, we aim to create a club that enriches the educational journey for all members, fostering a community where growth is nurtured through the bonds we create. Meetings are TBA during FLEX in F107. Advisor is vanhooses@fortmillschools.org
Mock Trial: A mock Trial is a competition in which students simulate a real trial. The trial concerns an official AMTA case that remains the same throughout the entire academic year. The case alternates between a civil and a criminal case every year. Meetings are Mondays and Thursdays from 6-7:30 p.m. Location TBA. Advisor e-mail is drobishm@fortmillschools.org
Model United Nations: This is an academic competition team that focuses on debate and diplomacy of the United Nations as students represent countries of the world and attempt to solve major global issues. Meetings are Tuesdays during FLEX in the Lecture Room. Advisor e-mail: fitzpatrickj@fortmillschools.org
National Art Honor Society: Membership in this chapter shall be based upon art scholarship, service, and character. Open to 9th-12th graders who have enrolled in and/or completed a period equivalent to one semester of art in high school. Students must maintain an accumulative "B" average overall and retain a "B" average in Honors or AP Art classes, or "A" average in all other CP art classes (Drawing 1/2, Painting 1/2, Ceramics 1/2/3). Meetings are the 2nd and 3rd Tuesday during FLEX in G204. Advisor e-mail: quinnk@fortmillschools.org; bearda@fortmillschools.org
Robotics Club: meets Mondays during FLEX in F214. Advisor e-mail is opreag@fortmillschools.org
Safe Zone: CR Safe Zone is a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive safe space for students of all orientations to support each other and the LGBTQ+ community. Meetings are every Thursday during FLEX in D125. Advisor e-mail is arandaa@fortmillschools.org
Science Olympiad Club: This club will allow students the opportunity to see science beyond the school level and network / make connections with other students and individuals at a higher level. Meetings are Tuesdays during FLEX in F314. Advisor e-mail: kissingers@fortmillschools.org
Set Up and Jam/Audio Engineering Club: Provide students an opportunity to explore audio engineering, develop new skills, and consider future career options; provide student musicians an opportunity to have their music recorded in a studio style environment. A club for students who are interested in playing/learning songs with other students. All instruments and levels of experience are welcome. Students will also have the opportunity to learn about songwriting and recording. Meetings are Tuesdays during FLEX in E201. Advisor e-mail: arandaj@fortmillschools.org
Shades of Unity: Our goal is to make Shades of Unity an ongoing safe space for all students, as well as informing and engaging with our student body over questions and curiosity centering around diverse cultures. We also hope to build a legacy at Catawba Ridge based on the support of our community that further helps and unifies not only students of color, but surrounding cultures and races. Meetings vary by chapter so reach out to sponsors. Advisor e-mail: pricea@fortmillschools.org
Student Council: Our vision as Catawba Ridge High School student council is to be a group of unified leaders unleashed in our school to create a positive, unified school culture and leave a legacy of excellence. Our strategy to accomplish our vision is to host events that make CRHS the place to be and advocate for policies that are beneficial for all students. Meetings are Thursdays during FLEX in D221. Advisor e-mail: quinng@fortmillschools.org
Students in Action: Our vision as Catawba Ridge High School student council is to be a group of unified leaders unleashed in our school to create a positive, unified school culture and leave a legacy of excellence. Our strategy to accomplish our vision is to host events that make CRHS the place to be and advocate for policies that are beneficial for all students. Meetings are the 1st Friday of the Month during FLEX in F314. Advisor e-mail: kissingers@fortmillschools.org
The Ridge Report (Newsletter): Club produces a newspaper for students that covers stories at the school, community, and around the world. Meetings are twice a month during FLEX, TBD and announced in E208. Advisor e-mail: huertac@fortmillschools.org
Thrift Club: This club is designed for students to share their love for thrifting items and repurposing used goods. Meetings are on Fridays during FLEX in F218. Advisor e-mail: thomasc@fortmillschools.org
Tri-M Music Honor Society: Tri-M is an international music honor society that recognizes high-achieving student musicians for their dedication to music, leadership, and service. At Catawba Ridge High School, Tri-M provides students with opportunities to grow as musicians and leaders while giving back to the school and community through service projects, performances, and outreach. Members are selected based on their musical ability, academic achievement, character, and commitment to serving others. Tri-M fosters a supportive community of student musicians who share a passion for the arts and a desire to make a positive impact through music. Meetings are Wednesdays during FLEX in G210. Advisor e-mail: haynesj@fortmillschools.org
Writer’s Club: Writer’s Club is a safe communal space for students to share their stories, poetry, or simply to listen to others. Come and be inspired by the creatives in our school community. Meetings are Wednesdays during FLEX in F209. Advisor e-mail: stuhmerk@fortmillschools.org