Academic Clubs
Academic Team
What is it?
A competition trivia team (similar to the TV show Jeopardy!). We have both JV and Varsity teams and we travel during our competition season to compete against other school districts.
Who can participate?
If you like trivia (i.e. Trivial Pursuit, Trivia Crack, Jeopardy!, etc.) then this is the club for you. All students 9-12 are encouraged to join.
When does it take place?
Our first meeting will likely be in late October or early November. Practices will begin before winter break. The competition season begins when we return from winter break and ends in late March or early April.
Contact:
TBA
HOSA
What is it?
The mission of HOSA is to empower future medical professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration, and experience.
Who can participate?
Anyone interested in learning about the healthcare industry can participate!
When does it take place?
HOSA meetings take place every Wednesday morning at either 7:00 a.m. or 7:30 a.m. depending on the week.
Contact:
Mrs. Rebecca Goodwin
Journalism
What is it?
A project-based class that focuses on the study of journalism through the production of an online school newspaper, a podcast, and video announcements. Other types of publications will be considered based on student interest.
Who can participate?
Any student, 9-12, who signs up for the journalism class that is offered each semester.
When does it take place?
Informational meetings are offered during February scheduling where students submit an application of interest. The class is offered one period a day and earns a .5 credit per semester. Students can participate multiple semesters.
Contact:
Ms. Katie Bills-Tenney
Model United Nations
What is it?
Students are assigned a country to represent in a mock United Nations assembly in an effort to address and resolve a modern or historical crisis.
Who can participate?
Open to all students willing to participate. Must be willing to speak publicly, conduct research, write position papers and resolutions, and work cordially with students from other schools.
When does it take place?
The University of Dayton conference is in the fall (November) and the Miami University conference is in the spring (March). There are other conference opportunities available at Wright State, Xenia High School, and Wyoming High School.
Contact:
Ms. Ashley Beaty
STEM Club
What is it?
STEM club is an opportunity for students to pursue their interests in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Students will work on independent and/or small group projects based on students' interests. Examples of projects in previous years are 3D printing and the Drones in School competitions.
Who can participate?
Any Bellbrook High School student who has an interest in STEM and a willingness to work on projects outside of school hours.
When does it take place?
Small group meetings will be scheduled before and/or after school based on the needs/wants of the students in the group projects.
Contact:
Yearbook
What is it?
A project-based class that focuses on the production of the school yearbook.
Who can participate?
Any student, 10-12, who applies for and is chosen for the class. Applications occur during scheduling in February.
When does it take place?
The class is offered one period a day for the entire year
Contact:
Mrs.Julie Giles
