Activities
Clubs and Organizations
Northwestern offers a wide variety of club and organizational opportunities in which students can participate. Listed below are short summaries of several of these organizations and clubs to help students channel their energies into service and interest projects. Interested students are encouraged to contact the advisors of these programs. Students interested in starting a new club should speak with a Trojan Council Representative.
ACADEMIC CHALLENGE (Quiz Bowl) - Sponsor - Mr. Dawson
AENEID STAFF - This group produces the school's yearbook. Sponsor - Ms. Silva
ALETHEIA POETRY CLUB - Sponsor - Sarah Sandifer
BETA CLUB - Membership in this academic achievement organization is via academic eligibility. 21-22 Application Sponsor - Ms. Phillips
BIG BROTHER/BIG SISTER - A group of seniors who act as a big brother/sister to help freshmen students transition into high school life. They check on them with their academics, encourage them to get involved in different clubs and give them moral support when needed. The organization meets at least once a month with a guest speaker, team building activities, and/or campus projects. Sponsor - Ms. Byers
COLOR GUARD - ROTC Cadets train and practice to present the colors and conduct flag honors. Also teach flag honors to local elementary and middle school students. Sponsor - Lt. Col. Barrett
CyberPatriot - ROTC - The National Youth Cyber Education Program created to inspire students toward careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines. Sponsors - Lt. Col. Barrett
DANCE CLUB - (Purple Illusion Dance Co.)
DRILL TEAM - ROTC Cadets train and practice for local drill competitions. Sponsor - Lt. Col. Barrett
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE CLUB - This club provides an opportunity for students to take an active role in our environment. The club includes service projects and educational opportunities. Sponsors - Ms. Snyder, Ms. Chavis
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES - Student-led programs involving speakers, sharing time, and Christian outreach are offered to all interested students. Sponsors - Ms. Estes & Ms. Corely
FORENSIC SCIENCE CLUB - Members engage in activities that introduce them to the use of science to solve crimes. Sponsor - Dr. Venables
INTERNATIONAL CLUB – Explores customs and traditions from other cultures. Sponsors - Ms. Rowsam, Ms. Ciobanu
JUNIOR CIVITANS - This service organization is open to all interested students. Service-related projects are conducted. Sponsor - Ms. Lehman
LATINOS IN ACTIONI - Sponsor - Luz Garfias Ramirez - Latinos in Action Club is dedicated to supporting newcomer students who are not yet fluent in English by providing them with peer tutoring and mentorship. With the help of bilingual peers fluent in both English and Spanish, our goal is to create a welcoming environment where students can receive academic assistance while improving their English language skills.
MODEL ROCKETRY - ROTC Cadets learn about aerodynamics and then build and launch model rockets. Sponsor - Lt. Col. Barrett
MODEL UNITED NATIONS - This group focuses on world issues. Students participate in extensive competition after much preparation. Acceptance is via an interview process. Sponsor - Ms. Simpson
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY - Acceptance is based upon academic achievement and a faculty screening process. 21-22 Application Sponsor - Ms. Hollis
OLYMPIANS - This organization is composed of senior students. Selection for participation is based upon recommendation. Sponsors - Ms. Chavis & Ms. Estes
ORACLE WRITING CENTER - Sponsor - Ms. Dawes
ORIENTEERING - ROTC Cadets train and practice land navigation. Sponsor - Lt. Col. Barrett
PROM COMMITTEE - This committee is composed of all juniors who are interested in planning and organizing the prom. Sponsor - Ms. Chavis
RAIDER TEAM - ROTC Cadets train and practice for local physical fitness competitions. Sponsor - Lt. Col. Barrett
SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT COUNCIL - This council meets once a month to discuss issues involving Northwestern. Sponsor - Ms. Phillips
SPECTRUM ART CLUB - This is the art club. Activities include art shows and exhibits. Sponsors - Ms. Queen, Mr. Lykens, & Ms. McGuirt
THESPIAN SOCIETY - This honor society for theatre students serves to enhance the Theatre Department on campus by producing main stage productions each year. It is affiliated with the International Thespian Society promoting excellence in theatre among high school students. Sponsor - Ms. Altman
TROJAN COUNCIL - This council promotes all activities at Northwestern. Representatives are elected via school-wide elections. Sponsors - Ms. Jordan, Ms. Lehman
TROJAN FINANCE - Sponsor - Dr. Venables
TROJAN P.E.A.R.L.S. - A women empowerment club which pursues empowerment, academic achievement, responsibility, leadership, and service by uplifting young girls for person and professional development at Northwestern and the community. Sponsor - Ms. Coleman
TROJAN WAY TV - Broadcast crew that produces a monthly news program that showcases all things Northwestern. Sponsor - Dr. Venables
VISIONS -This staff works to compose the literary magazine made up of original student compositions, poems, short stories, etc. Interested students should consider enrolling in creative writing. Sponsor - Ms. Hughes