General Information
For information or inquiries about PRHS Activities, contact Vonda Tavenner, Activities Director vltavenn@volusia.k12.fl.us.
All students at Pine Ridge High School who are members of any of the sponsored clubs/groups/activities must hold a grade point average of 2.0 or higher, with no "I" (In-Progress) or "F" in the preceding 9 weeks. Any club/group member who fails to meet these requirements will be ineligible for any activity. Seven (7) days after grades are turned in (when reports are officially here) any student with an "F" or an "I" will no longer be eligible to participate in activities: however, he/she can remain in the group/club and practice. It is the advisor's responsibility to monitor all members of his/her activity and turn in a list of eligible members to the Activities Director.
A student may not participate in school-sponsored events on the day when he/she has not attended school; those under suspension may not participate in school-sponsored activities. Suspended students will not be able to participate in any club/group activities.
Academic Team
Sponsor: Mr. Warren
Meeting Dates and times distributed to club. Meeting held in room 5-005
AFJROTC
Sponsors: Colonel William H. Wright, USAF (Ret) and Sergeant Andrea Johnson-Young, USAF
Purpose of Club: To develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.
Awards: Recognized as a Distinguished Unit for nine consecutive years. Colonel Wright is a designated Outstanding Instructors by the United States Air Force.
AVID - Advancement Via Individual Determination
Sponsor: Mrs. Goode
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Monday of of the month during lunch in room 4-031
2017-2018 Officers
President – Jaden Jacobs
Vice President – Erin Hudson
Secretary – Dahiana Florez
Student Advisor – Denaijah Williams
Historian – Aaryanna Kania
Activities Director – Paula Moreno
Recruitment Specialists – Adonai Crespo and Dillon Torres
Band
Sponsor: Mr. Robinson
Purpose of Club: To play great music, to enrich students' lives with music, and to have fun!
Meeting day: Monday-Friday
Meeting time: During class and after school
Meeting location: Room 9-002
2017-2018 Officers
President - Kim Schneider
Vice President - open
Secretary - Brad Frey
Treasurer - Jackie Perry
Fundraising (Temporary) - Marsha Williams
Other information: Please visit the Band website for additional information.
Band Website
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Ben Carson Book Club
Sponsor - Mrs. J. Von Casminski
Meetings: Fridays during lunch room 03-031
BEN CARSON CONSTITUION
Cheerleading
Varsity Sponsor: Ms. Ray
Purpose of Club: To raise school spirit, support athletics and promote a positive image of Pine Ridge High School in the community.
Junior Varsity Sponsor: Ms. Ray
Purpose of Club: To raise school spirit, support athletics and promote a positive image of Pine Ridge High School in the community.
Chorus
Sponsor: Mr. Bodino Room 9-003
Drama
Sponsor: Miss Goodin Room 9-012
Purpose of Club: We strive to educate, entertain, and reach out to the community through the medium of quality theatre productions.
Meeting time: In class and/or directly after school
Meeting location: Room 9-012
Other information: In order to participate in PRHS Drama, students must have dedication, good grades, responsibility, and attendance at meetings and rehearsals. Members are expected to be involved in the production of theatre at all levels, both on stage and off.
Earth First
Sponsor: Mrs.Gowen and Mr. Hobson
Purpose of Club: Here at Pine Ridge High School we teach students that conservation and preservation of our environment is paramount. We instill in students a sense of commitment and dedication to environmental issues, educational awareness, and community involvement.
Meeting day: Every Thursday
Meeting time: during lunch
Meeting location: 7-001
2017-2018 Officers
Co-Presidents:
Payton Havey
Kayla Cash
Co-Vice Presidents:
Angelique Ramirez
Ashely Hew
Activities Directors;
Dylan Hass
jack Richarde
William Monroe
Board Members:
Jose Rivera
Jalen Woods
FCA - Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Sponsor: Dr. Taylor
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Mondays in the auditorium during lunch
FFA - National FFA Organization
Sponsor: Mrs. Troy and Mrs. Potter
Purpose of Club: The National FFA Organization makes a difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.
The National FFA Organization remains committed to the individual student, providing a path to achievement in premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. Now, the organization is expanding the nation's view of "traditional" agriculture and finding new ways to infuse agriculture into the classroom.
We have a nationally recognized, award winning, Adult Booster Club called the Pine Ridge/Heritage FFA Alumni - they meet the second Tuesday of each month in room 4-002 at 7:00 PM. All parents, former members and interested community members are invited and encouraged to attend.
Club Meeting Day: Calendar to be given to members in class
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*You must be enrolled in an agriculture course to join FFA.
History Club
Sponsor: Mrs. Williamson
1st & 3rd Monday during lunch 7-233
HOSA - Health Occupational Students of America
Sponsors: Ms. Lee
Meeting: Tuesdays during lunch in room 4-017
Italian Honor Society
Sponsor: Ms. Ray
Meetings 4th Wednesday of the month during lunch in room 5-222
Key Club
Sponsor: Mr. Krupa (6-015)
Purpose of club: We are the high school arm of the Kiwanis. Key Club International is the largest student led organization in the world. It provides its members with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership. We reach out to the community in action, fundraising, and all around good will.
Below are the Key Club meeting dates for 2016-2017. All meetings are held in 6-015 at 3:00pm.
General Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month.
Board Meetings are the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month.
Media Center
Sponsor: Mr. Navarra
Meetings Wednesdays during lunch in room 7-226
National Honor Society
Sponsor: Ms. Ma
Meetings distributed to members - meeting held in auditorium during lunch
2016-2017 Officers
President- Jacob Russell
Vice President- Allyson Martinez
Secretary- Catherine Monroe
Historian- Ashley Kisielewicz
Activities Director- Samud Dumas
Liaison- Damien Bryant
Pantherettes
Sponsor: Miss Hendricks 8-009
Purpose of Club: Entertainment
Practice: Tuesdays and Thursdays/ Games on Friday
Meeting time: 3-5 p.m.
Meeting location: Dance Studio
Panther Paws Cafe
School Based Enterprise:
Sponsors: Teachers, Brooke Braly and Sherry McCollough
and Paraprofessionals Kathy Grainger and Lyn Parker
Location: 3-008
Hours of Operation: Mon-Fri.between classes
PLC - Panther Learning Center
Sponsor: Mrs. Goode
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM Room 4-031
SADD
Students Against Destructive Decisions
Sponsor - Mrs. Wilson
2nd Thursday of the month after school 7-204
STAR Club - Autism Recognition
Sponsor: Mrs. Boyles 4-024
Meeting during lunch as announced
Student Government Association (SGA)
Sponsors: Ms. Ray and Mrs. Burgett
Meetings - 1st Wednesdays - Officer
2nd Wednesdays - By Class
3rd Wednesdays - General
Student Success Club
Sponsor: Mrs. Taylor
Purpose of Club: To help students suceed in school
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month during lunch in room 5-019
S.W.A.T. - Students Working Against Tobacco
Sponsor: Ms. Lee and Miss Houser
Purpose of Club: To raise awareness against tobacco use
Meetings: 2nd Thursday of the month after school in room 4-017
Theatre Troupe #5532
Sponsor: Miss Goodin
2017-2018 Officers
President- Kitti Daniel
Vice President- Ashley Alier
Secretary- Samantha Lamboy
Historian- Leticia Quinones
Publicist- Karina Pomales
Room Manager- Skye Bellingham Lepage
Officer Elect- Katherine Petry
Officer Elect- Julexis Gonzales
Yearbook
Sponsor: Mr. Akers 7-212
