Devora Borik
Clubs Coordinator
dborik@houstonisd.org
All approved extracurricular clubs and organizations are required to perform one service project each semester that is outside of the normal club activities. The organizations whose sole purpose is competition or publication are exempted from this requirement.
Anyone wishing to begin/restart a new club, to change your current club sponsor, or to add an additional sponsor needs to see Ms. Devora Borik in room 213 during lunch PRIOR to taking any actions. You may start a new club only in the spring semester.
Active Clubs at Bellaire
Academic Challenge Team:
Sponsors: Chris Peek & Jimmy Newland, Room 307
Competition. For eligibility information please see one of the sponsors.
Academic Decathlon:
Sponsor: Camille Quaite, Room 343
Competition. For eligibility information please see the sponsor.
African American Association (AAA):
Sponsor: Rosemary Matthews, Room 151
The purpose of this organization is to address the needs of the students, to aid in their academic growth and development, enhance leadership skills, generate interest, and allow a chance for the students to show creative and artistic skills.
American Field Service (AFS):
Anna Loonam, Room 383
AFS is an exchange student organization that promotes peace and understanding. It also provides a support structure for all exchange students at Bellaire and information for those wanting to Host and go abroad.
Anime Club:
Sponsors: Meredith Donahoe, Room 209; Lori Good, Room 313; Thomas Jackson, Room 181
The purpose of this club is to let students experience the world of animation.
Arabic Club:
Sponsor: Fadwa Saqer, Room 219
The purpose is to preserve the cultural and social values inherited from Arab ancestors and to promote unity and culture by means of enlightenment.
Art Club:
Sponsor: Meredith Donahoe, Room 209
The mission is to promote creative activities that relate to the visual arts and to provide an environment conducive to the growth and development of each individual member.
Astronomy Club:
Sponsor: Jimmy Newland, Room 186
The purpose is to encourage and to promote interest in astronomy and to study the night sky together.
Badminton Club:
Sponsor: Norina Terry, Room 316
Best Buddies:
Sponsor: Samantha Hatvany, Room 309
The purpose is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships with their peers.
Bellaire International Students Association (BISA):
Sponsors: Margy Laufe, Room 240
The purpose is to promote diversity and understanding of each other and organize activities in which the participants will demonstrate harmony and respect for differences.
Birdkeepers:
Sponsor: Gary Tunstall, Room 329
Spirit/Service Organization. Eight seniors elected in a school-wide election and under the direction of the principal.
Bellaire Young Life:
Sponsor: Rebecca Childs, Room 135
Meetings at Crosspoint Church.
Best Buddies:
Sponsor: Samantha Hatvany, Room 309
The purpose is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships with their peers.
Booster Club:
Sponsor:
Spirit/Service Organization. The purpose is to promote spirit, good sportsmanship, and unity within the Bellaire community. Membership is open, but the six officers are elected in a school-wide election.
Breast Cancer Awareness Club:
Sponsor: Camille Quaite, Room 343
Bridge Club:
Sponsor: Mark Phillips, Room 201
Competitive Club for Bridge.
Business Professionals of America (BPA):
Sponsor: Elizabeth Kelm & Deborah Robinson, Room 217
This organization is a part of the vocational and career/technical education curriculum preparing students for business and office occupations.
Chess Club:
Sponsor: Ray Garza, Room 254
The goal of the club is to offer chess as a competitive and recreational stimulus, to develop chess skills and mental acuity, and to represent the school at chess tournaments.
Chinese Club (BCC):
Sponsor: Sarah Tsai, Room 227
The purpose is to promote cultural and educational awareness of the Chinese society.
Chinese Honor Society (CHS):
Sponsor: Sandra Huang, Room 250
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Christian Student Union (CSU):
Sponsor: Kay Kubena, Room 121
The mission is to encourage each other in the Christian faith and reach out to others within the school with the hope and purpose we have found in Christ.
Culinary Club:
Sponsor: Terry Merwin, Room 211
Unite students who have a passion for the culinary arts.
Culture Crossings:
Sponsor: Camille Quaite, Room 343
Uphold awareness of the cause of race relations through the interaction of all cultures.
DECA:
Sponsor: Alice McKinney, Room 174 (Cardinal Cove)
The purpose of this national association of marketing students is to provide opportunities for its members to explore career options, gain real-world experience, and take on leadership roles in future marketing, management, and entrepreneurship careers.
eMotion Dance Company
Sponsor: Sanja Korman, Room 171.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA):
Sponsors: Greg Menephee & Rebecca Childs, Room 135
Filipino –American Student Association (FASA):
Sponsor: Chris Peek, Room 305
The purpose of the association is to promote unity, camaraderie, preservation and cultural awareness on campus and in the Filipino community in particular.
Film Society:
Sponsor: Norina Terry, Room 316 & John Gresham, Room 320
The purpose is to watch movies with friends and to promote knowledge of films that have contributed to the cultural subconscious of America.
Fit for Life:
Sponsors: Reena Chopra Room 115
Enriching the lives of elderly people who are in nursing homes.
Foodie Club
Sponsor: Seth Mintz, Room 306
French National Honor Society:
Sponsor: Maria-Gloria Borsa, Room 213
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Future Farmers of America (FFA):
Sponsor: Mark Peak & James Kimmey, Room 175
The Area III Association of the Texas FFA makes a positive difference by developing the potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through the agricultural education of the students.
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA):
Sponsor: Maria-Gloria Borsa, Room 213
The objectives are to work towards ending homophobia and all forms of intolerance in our school and to make our campus a welcoming, supportive, and safe environment for all students, regardless of sexual orientation and gender identity.
Glee Club:
Sponsor: Kathy Gardner, Room 136
German Club:
Sponsor: Michael Rossow, Room 252
The purpose is to promote an understanding, awareness, and appreciation for the German language and its cultures.
German National Honor Society:
Sponsor: Michael Rossow, Room 252
Achievement. The objectives are to promote and maintain a high level of proficiency in German language through discussion, literature and film as well as to encourage and assist others in learning German. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Go Club:
Sponsor: Betsy Anderson, Room 138
Students learn and play Go, develop skills, compete with people interested in the game, and represent Bellaire in Houston Go tournaments.
Habitat for Humanity:
Sponsor: Kate Nocca, Room 305
Hand in Hand:
Sponsor: Ms. Kubena, Room 121
Hand in Hand is a club dedicated to doing service projects that impact children. At least twice each semester, club members will volunteer at local elementary schools, transitional living facilities (homeless shelters), or any other program/venue that positively benefits children.
Health Occupation Students of America (HOSA):
Sponsor: Julia Rosinski, Room 288
Promote career opportunities in health care. Participate in national competitive events and win scholarships
Hebrew Club:
Sponsor: Devora Borik, Room 256
The purpose is to promote an understanding, awareness, and appreciation for the Hebrew language and its cultures.
Hindi National Honor Society:
Sponsor: Arun Prakash, Room 221
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Hindu Student Association:
Sponsor: Arun Prakash, Room 221
The purpose is to enhance the national student movement that aims to provide a forum for the promotion of Hindu culture in high school campuses across the USA.
History Club
Sponsor: Mark Chapman, Room 317
Interact:
Sponsor: Beryl Bolton, Room 323
The purpose is to provide service to Bellaire High School the communities of Bellaire and Houston, and to the Bellaire Rotary Club.
Italian Club:
Sponsor: Caterina Ziliani & Jason Talley, Room 220
The purpose is to practice and promote an awareness and appreciation for the Italian language and its culture.
Italian National Honor Society (INHS):
Sponsor: Maria-Gloria Borsa, Room 213
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Japanese Club:
Sponsor: Chizuko Bolinger, Room 253
The purpose is to promote cultural and educational awareness of the Japanese society, volunteer in community service, and endorse positive interaction among students.
Japanese National Honor Society:
Sponsor: Chizuko Bolinger, Room 253
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Jewish Student Union:
Sponsor: Daisy Anderson, Room 182
The purpose is to promote awareness of the Jewish culture and the Jewish heritage and legacy. .
Junior Classical League (Latin Club):
Sponsor: Jason Talley, Room 214
The purpose of the Latin club is to spread interest in classical languages and literature throughout Bellaire High School and the rest of the local community.
Key Club:
Sponsor: Norina Terry, Room 316 & Daniel Bachrach, Room 302
LibraryStudent led organization which provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership.
Kid’s Way:
Sponsor: Camille Quaite, Room 343
Service. A division of United Way. Kid’s Way students help to build parks in needed areas of Houston, assist patients and families in local hospitals, volunteer in other United Way sanctioned events. The service club is open to anyone; all funds raised go back into projects determined by the United Way Youth Advisory Committee.
Korean Club:
Sponsor: Min Gue Park , Room 243
The goal is to promote cultural diversity by celebrating Korean culture.
Lacrosse, Bellaire Men’s:
Sponsor: Greg Menephee, Room 102
The purpose of this organization is to give male students of Bellaire High School the opportunity to learn and play lacrosse.
Lacrosse, Bellaire Women’s:
Sponsor: Deborah Jameson, Room 127
The purpose of this organization is to give female students of Bellaire High School the opportunity to learn and play lacrosse.
League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Youth:
Sponsor: Silvia Fernandez-Grai, Room 327
The Mission of the League of United Latin American Citizens is to advance the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, health and civil rights of the Hispanic population of the United States.
Leo Club:
Sponsor: Lee Broze, Room 355
A community service organization affiliated with the Bellaire Lions Club.
Live Music Club:
Sponsor: Pamela Bosman, Room 354
The purpose is to provide a live music arena to Bellaire High School.
Math Club:
Sponsor: Joe Holland, Room 210
Competition. See sponsor for requirements.
Mock Trial:
Sponsor: Teresa Herrin, Room 311
The purpose is to promote an understanding of the American criminal justice system as well as to foster the skills necessary for successful trial advocacy through simulated courtroom scenarios.
Model UN:
Sponsor: Patricia Edaburn, Room 301
Competition. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
M.U.S.E. (Music Uniting Societies Everywhere):
Sponsor: Kathryn Brown, Room 261
The purpose is to provide students an opportunity to take part in community service activities while expressing their musical talents and interests.
Muslim Student Association:
Sponsor: Fadwa Saqer, Room 219
The purpose is to provide students with clear and correct information about Islam, disclaim any myths or misconceptions about Islam, and to promote friendly relations and better understanding between Muslims and non-Muslims at Bellaire.
Name That Book:
Sponsor: Carleton Casteel, Library
Competition. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
National Beta Club:
Sponsors: Sandy Lawrence, Room 303
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
National Honor Society:
Sponsors: Camille Quaite(Room 343) and Pamela Bosman(Room 354), Multipurpose Room
Achievement. Please see one of the sponsors for eligibility information. NHS is under the principal’s direction.
Outdoor Recreation Club
Sponsor: David Cheshire, Room 381
Partners in Health:
Sponsor: Pricilla Fish Room 143
Raise awareness for global health.
PAWS (People for Animal Welfare and Safety):
Sponsor: Kate Nocca & Lorna Van de Wiele, Room 305
Raise awareness for pet welfare and safety.
Photography Club:
Sponsor: Terry Merwin, Room 211
The goal of this club is to promote and encourage interest in photography.
Racquetball Association:
Sponsor: Amanda O’Leary, Room 240
Reach Out
Sponsor: Norina Terry, 316
Reach Out seeks to further the educational opportunities of Houston area children by providing meaningful volunteer experiences for Bellaire students.
Red Cross
Sponsor: Abigail DeCerbo, Room 382
Ritmo Latino:
Sponsor: Ray Garza, Room 254
The purpose is to celebrate and teach about the Latin cultures.
Robotics Club:
Sponsor: Joe Sherwood, Room 330
Competition. The purpose is to build robots for area robotics competitions.
Russian Club:
Sponsor: Lisa McLendon, Room 243
The purpose is to promote the Russian culture within the Bellaire Community.
Science Fair Club:
Sponsor: Anna Loonam, Room 383
Slavic Honor Society:
Sponsor: Lisa McLendon, Room 243
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
South Asian Student Association (SASA):
Sponsor: Arun Prakash, Room 231
The purpose is to enhance the national student movement that aims to provide a forum for the promotion of South Asian culture in high school campuses in the USA.
Spanish Club:
Sponsor: Margery Laufe, Room 240
The purpose is to practice and promote an awareness and appreciation for the Spanish language and its cultures, literature, and art.
Spanish National Honor Society:
Sponsor: Margery Laufe, Room 240
Achievement. Please see the sponsor for eligibility information.
Students for Environmental Awareness & Animal Rights Knowledge (SEA-ARK):
Sponsor: Edward Grigassy, Room 263
The purpose is to promote awareness of environmental concerns, animal rights issues, and vegetarianism at Bellaire High School through communication, support, and projects.
Student Government:
Sponsor: Teresa Herrin, Room 311
Table Tennis Club:
Sponsor: G. Tunstall, Room Multipurpose Room Foyer
The purpose is to provide a positive environment to enjoy and improve the skills of table tennis.
Tai Chi Club:
Sponsor:
The main purpose of the Tai Chi club is to cultivate and improve holistic health among the fast-paced yet sedentary nature of modern students’ life. With regular practice of Tai Chi one can achieve long term improvements on cardiovascular fitness, circulation, balance, and posture; increased strength and flexibility, and reduced stress. Long term practice can help to restore calmness and peace of mind and the development of an adequate degree of self-defense.
Taiwanese American Student Association (TASA) :
Sponsor: S. Van Coverden , Room 335
Serve as an expressoin and promotion of Taiwaneses American Culture and facilitate communtiy involvement.
Texas Association of Future Educators (TAFE):
Sponsor: Patricia Green, Room 352
The purpose is to learn about the teaching profession and explore interests and abilities. .
Three Penny Press(TPP):
Sponsor: Linda Hopson, Room 340
The purpose is to have 12 publications of the school newspaper and one senior issue per school year.
Ukulele Club:
Sponsor: Susan Rushing, room 244
An enthusiastic group of ukulele players ranging in skill form beginner to aficionado.
Ultimate Frisbee Club:
Sponsor: Noel Patterson, Room 185
Urban Soul:
Sponsor: Sandy Lawrence, Room 303
Vietnamese Student Association:
Sponsor: Ms. Vu Room 285
The goal is to promote cultural diversity by celebrating Vietnamese culture.
Yoga Club:
Sponsor: Dana Thacker, Room 255
The purpose is to enhance the awareness of yoga, practice yoga, and help promote leadership among its members. .
Young Democrats:
Sponsor: Teresa Herrin, Room
Young Republicans:
Sponsor: Teresa Herrin, Room
