Mustang
Activity
Guide
2013-2014
Clubs and activities you can be involved in at
Kingwood High School
November 1, 2013
American Sign Language
Purpose of club:
American Sign Language club is open to anyone who is currently enrolled in ASL, has already
taken ASL or signs fluently. The ASL club tries to get involved with the high school activities as
well as the middle schools and elementary schools in our area. We interact with deaf students
around the area and try to make them feel more welcome. When you join the ASL club you will
not only make new friends and have an awesome time, but also learn more about American
Sign Language and the deaf community.
Sponsor(s):
Krugman, Amber
Regular Meeting Room: 4307
To join this group contact: amber.krugman@humble.k12.tx.us
Anime Club
Purpose of club:
The Anime & Manga club is to teach kids about different anime & manga. Members will draw
and watch anime. They will also be learning about cosplay, but mainly having fun!
Sponsor(s): Lucas Curtis
Regular Meeting Room: 2413
To Join this group contact: lucas.curtis@humle.k12.tx.us
Art Club
Purpose of club:
Art club provides aspiring artists with inspiration and exposure to local artists, assists the school
and community with artistic projects, and promotes aesthetic and artistic involvement in
Kingwood High School.
Sponsor(s):
Saxton, Mitchell
Regular Meeting Room: 2803
To join this group contact: mitchell.saxton@humble.k12.tx.us
Athletic Trainers
Purpose of club:
Assist the adult trainer with medical and training needs of student athletes
Sponsor(s):
Daigle, Pete; Burton, Samantha
Regular Meeting Room: athletic training room
To join this group contact: 281-641-7028; school website under athletics
Band
Purpose of club:
The Kingwood Mighty Military Marching Band is recognized for its excellence on the state and
national levels. Band students perform during marching season as well as competing in a
variety of contests during concert season. The band holds after school practices every day
during marching season and practices once a week during concert season
Sponsor(s):
Balch, Destry
Regular Meeting Room: Band hall
To join this group contact: destry.balch@humble.k12.tx.us
Baseball
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Mead, Kelly
Regular Meeting Room: Baseball field/Field house
To join this group contact: 281-641-7023
Bass Fishing Club
Purpose of club:
Gives students a chance to compete against other students in organized bass fishing
tournaments.
Sponsor(s):
Traylor,Russell
Regular Meeting Room:
To join this group contact: russell.traylor@humble.k12.tx.us
Best Buddies
Purpose of club:
Best Buddies is a club that pairs up a regular education student with a student with special
needs. They participate in school and non-school social activities together and hopefully
become life-long best buddies!
Sponsor(s):
Solomon,Courtney; Loflin, Ronnie
Regular Meeting Room: 1013
To join this group contact: courtney.solomon@humble.k12.tx.us
ronald.loflin@humble.k12.tx.us
Beta Club
Purpose of club:
The National Beta Club is a leadership-service organization that has been at KHS since 1995.
Membership is open to all students with a minimum GPA of 3.75. Members earn service points,
attend meetings, pay the necessary dues, and attend the induction ceremony in the spring.
Seniors in good standing are eligible to wear the black and gold honor cords at graduation.
Sponsor(s):
Rice, Glenda
Regular Meeting Room: 3004
To join this group contact: glenda.rice@humble.k12.tx.us
Chess Club
Purpose of club:
To provide a competitive and friendly chess experience to the students and teachers of
Kingwood High School.
Sponsor(s): Ballay, Patrick
Regular Meeting Room: 2107
To join this group contact: patrick.ballay@humble.k12.tx.us
Cheerleading
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Christman, Van
Regular Meeting Room: 1705
To join this group contact: van.christman@humble.k12.tx.us
Choir
Purpose of club:
The KHS Choir exists to foster an appreciation of music and singing in those students enrolled in
a choir class. Students have the opportunity to audition for higher level choirs and extracurricular ensembles near the end of each school year. The choir performs numerous concerts
during the year and participates in the All-State choir audition process, as well as competing in
UIL contests in the spring. The choir is very active in the Kingwood community and will
occasionally perform in more exotic places like New York, Orlando, London, etc. The choir also
puts on the annual pop schow each year as well as a major works concert, featuring an
extended work of one kind or another. They also host a variety of social events for choir
members including singing the national anthem at an Astro's game most years.
Sponsor(s):
Watt, Jason
Regular Meeting Room: 1200
To join this group contact: jason.watt@humble.k12.tx.us
Competitive Pokemon Club
Purpose of club:
The purpose of the competitive Pokemon Club is to promote fellowship among students who
play Pokemon and to train and prepare to compete in tournaments.
Sponsor(s):
Curtis, Lucas
Regular Meeting Room: 2413
To join this group contact: lucas.curtis@humble.k12.tx.us
Dance Club
Purpose of club:
The purpose of the club is to dance, choreograph, teach, learn, find personal strengths and
motivation.
Sponsor(s): Christman, Van
Regular meeting room: 1700 (Fillies Dance Room)
To join this group contact: van.christman@humble.k12.tx.us
Diamond Girls
Purpose of club:
The Kingwood High School Diamond Girls organization is open to all 9th-12th grade girls who
are interested in supporting the Kingwood High School Varsity baseball team. If we have
enough Diamond Girls, we may be able to also support the sub-varsity baseball teams. We
meet during baseball season to decorate the locker room, decorate boys' lockers, make signs
for the games, provide game day goodies and to cheer the players on at the games. Our first
meeting of the year will be in late November or early December to design and order Diamond
Girl shirts, discuss responsibilities and requirements etc. Once baseball team tryouts take place
in early spring, more information will follow. Meetings will be announced for several days on
the morning announcements and I have a neon sign in my office window, 4300, that announces
meetings and Diamond Girls events.
Sponsor(s):
Whittington, Melissa
Regular Meeting Room: The flex area between the two upstairs LGIs
To join this group contact: melissa.whittington@humble.k12.tx.us
Drama Club
Purpose of club:
The theater department is pleased to sponsor the drama club at Kingwood High School. The
drama club is purely a social organization and no involvement in extracurricular theatre or
enrollment in a theatre class is necessary. The drama club's goal is to promote camaraderie, fun
and service through the organization of approximately one major event each month. Meetings
are held in the auditorium on various Thursdays throughout the school year. Stay tuned to the
announcements as the year progresses. For more information please e-mail one of the drama
club officers by visiting www.kingwoodtheatre.com and clicking on the drama club link.
Sponsor(s):
Chuter, Frank
Regular Meeting Room: KHS auditorium
To join this group contact: www.kingwoodtheatre.com
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Purpose of club:
Membership in the FCA is open to everyone, with the exception that the officers must be
athletes. The FCA Mission is “To present to athletes and coaches and all they influence, the
challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Saviour and Lord, serving him in their
relationship and in the fellowship of the church.” The KHS FCA continues to maintain the
excellent reputation and high Christian standard for which the organization is noted. FCA
members participate in service projects such as: food baskets for the less fortunate, visiting
senior citizen homes, and other service minded endeavors.
Sponsor(s):
Burt, Jared
Regular Meeting Room: 3004
To join this group contact: jared.burt@humble.k12.tx.us
FFA
Purpose of club:
The mission of the Kingwood FFA is to make a positive difference in the lives of students by
developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success. The
Kingwood FFA Chapter has been ranked among some of the top chapters in the National FFA
Organization. The chapter has many members and is increasing each year. The two FFA
advisors, along with the FFA officers, motivate and lead the chapter. Whether it's with animal
projects, leadership teams or career development teams, the Kingwood FFA strives for
perfection.
Sponsor(s):
Lemmons, Joe; Hirsch, Valerie
Regular Meeting Room: LGI-4212
To join this group contact: joe.lemmons@humble.k12.tx.us; valerie.hirsch@humble.k12.tx.us
Fillies
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Swenson, April
Regular Meeting Room: Woodridge Church
To join this group contact: april.swenson@humble.k12.tx.us
Film Club
Purpose of club:
The film club will have students cooperate in order to write and create films as well as study
historical and contemporary films.
Sponsor(s):
Odom, Rusty
Regular Meeting Room: 4713
To join this group contact: odom.james@huble.k12.tx.us
Football
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Campbell, Barry
Regular Meeting Room: Football field house
To join this group contact: 281-641-6909
French Club
Purpose of club:
Le Cercle Français, or French Club, is dedicated to learning about francophone culture and
sharing the knowledge within the Kingwood Community. Activities include: Fundraiser,
National French Week in November, MFAH visit and Melting Pot fondue, International
Christmas party, Secret Santa, soccer, National French Test , Symposium, and High School Night
out at the Opera. We also have an annual banquet (in late April-early May).
Sponsor(s):
Baldwin, Frances; DeVault, Stacey
Regular Meeting Room: 4302/4311
To join this group contact: frances.baldwin@humble.k12.tx.us
Fully Relying on God's Salvation Bible Study
(FROGS)
Purpose of club:
To increase the faith of my friends and to increase my faith in God.
Sponsor(s):
Sterner, William
Regular Meeting Room: 4205
To join this group contact: sterner.william@humble.k12.tx.us
German Club
Purpose of club:
The German Club is open to anyone with a love of the German language. Although it is a good
idea to be enrolled in a German language class, it is not required. The German Club participates
in the State Competition.
Sponsor(s):
Kniess, David
Regular Meeting Room: 4414
To join this group contact: david.kniess@humble.k12.tx.us
Golf
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Bellnap, Jeff
Regular Meeting Room: local golf courses
To join this group contact: Jeff.Bellnap@humble.k12.tx.us
Gymnastics
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
James, Justin
Regular Meeting Room: 1705
To join this group contact: justin.james@humble.k12.tx.us
Health Occupations Students of America---HOSA
Purpose of club:
HOSA is an organization of student activities relating to Health Occupations Education and is
designed to develop future leaders for the health care delivery system. HOSA is endorsed by
the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science division of the ACTE. HOSA provides a
unique program of leadership development, motivation, community service, competitive
events and recognition exclusively for secondary, post secondary, and adult alumni members.
HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to
enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.
Sponsor(s):
Lard, Pam; Berude, Cheryl
Regular Meeting Room: LGI-2310
To join this group contact: pam.lard@humble.k12.tx.us
Key Club
Purpose of club:
The Key Club is an international organization devoted to helping others. It is affiliated with the
Kiwanis (adults). Key Club members volunteer in Kingwood and surrounding areas, earning
service points for the hours they put into helping others. Students must earn a minimum
number of hours to become a recognized member. Meetings are held every other Thursday at 3
pm in room 4709.
Sponsor(s):
Neely, Kelly
Regular Meeting Room: 4709
To join this group contact: kelly.neely@humble.k12.tx.us
Kingwood Pathfinder Society
Purpose of club:
Pathfinder Society is the worldwide organized play campaign of the Pathfinder Roleplaying
Game - an evolution of Dungeons & Dragons. We're happy to teach you how to play. Newbies
are always welcomed. Meet Tuesday after school, permanent location TBD.
Sponsor(s):
Savage, Matt
Regular Meeting Room: 2112/permanent TBD
To join this group contact: matthew.savage@humble.k12.tx.us
Lacrosse
Purpose of club:
Kingwood Lacrosse was started in 1992. Since 2004, the club has attracted more than seventy
young men each year, and is currently the 3rd largest athletic team at KHS. We offer both fall
and spring programs, with emphasis in the fall for development of lacrosse skills and participate
in several tournaments. The spring season starts in early January and runs through April,
culminating in district/state championships. Information about the club can be found at our
website, www.kwlax.com, as well as listening for daily announcements for information during
registration periods. Although KWLAX is officially a club sport and isn't recognized as a UIL
sport, the club adheres to all UIL rules and guidelines. However, the club doesn't receive any
district funding and all equipment must be provided by the individual player.
Sponsor(s):
Sterner, William
Regular Meeting Room:
To join this group contact: William.sterner@humble.k12.tx.us
Magazine
Purpose of club:
The Kingwood Courier is the student magazine at KHS. It is produced and distributed by
students on the magazine staff. To become a member of the magazine staff, a student must
complete Journalism 1 or photojournalism and be interviewed by the advisor. Staff positions
are announced in the spring and positions are filled by the end of April each year.
Sponsor(s):
Palmer, Michelle
Regular Meeting Room: 4406
To join this group contact: michelle.palmer@humble.k12.tx.us
Men's Basketball
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Huseman, Royce
Regular Meeting Room: Boy's Basketball Office
To join this group contact: 281-641-7225
Men's Cross Country/Track
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Symons, Tate
Regular Meeting Room: practice fields
To join this group contact: 281-641-7011
Men's Soccer
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Johnson, Kevin
Regular Meeting Room: Practice Fields
To join this group contact: 281-641-7025
Mu Alpha Theta
Purpose of club:
The Mu Alpha Theta Club promotes scholarship in, and enjoyment and understanding in math
among high school students. To be available for full membership, new members must have an
85 average in at least two prior math classes (Algerbra I and higher) and current enrollment in a
math class. Associate members must have an 85 average in one prior math class ( Algebra I and
higher).
Sponsor(s):
Webb, Rhian
Regular Meeting Room: 4112
To join this group contact: rhian.webb@humble.k12.tx.us
National French Honor Society
Purpose of club:
The National French Honor Society is open for students who have maintained an A average in
French three semesters and a B overall, and on recommendation of their teacher. The NFHS
provides tutoring in French and plans to introduce French to younger students in school visits.
Sponsor(s):
Baldwin, Frances
Regular Meeting Room: 4302
To join this group contact: frances.baldwin@humbkle.k12.tx.us
National Honor Society
Purpose of club:
To be considered for induction into the National Honour Society, students must have
completed a full semester in Humble I.S.D., achieved a cumulative GPA of 4.0, (with no
rounding) maintained conduct satisfactory to the Faculty Council, and demonstrated excellence
in leadership, service, and character. NHS is a very large organization with high standards for
admission. There isn’t enough room in this guide to list details required for membership. Please
see our website for more details.
Sponsor(s):
Cobb, Jennifer
Regular Meeting Room: auditorium
To join this group contact: Jennifer.cobb@humble.k12.tx.us
Orchestra
Purpose of club:
The KHS orchestra is a rapidly growing program at Kingwood High School. Students must be
enrolled in orchestra courses to be a member of the program. In addition to contests at many
levels, the KHS orchestra regularly performs in concerts for the public, participates in the
Homecoming Parade and is involved in other activities in the school and community.
Sponsor(s):
Reidlinger, Chris
Regular Meeting Room: 1211
To join this group contact: Christopher.reidlinger@humble.k12.tx.us
Pan Asian Heritage Society
Purpose of club:
To educate its members of Asian Heritage, provide service and volunteering opportunities,
provide tutoring services for members, and is a place to bring the KHS community closer
together.
Sponsor(s):
Upton, Patti
Regular Meeting Room: 3000
To join this group contact: patti.upton@humble.k12.tx.us
Puzzle Mob of Kingwood
Purpose of club:
Provide KHS students with an opportunity to work on puzzles in a friendly, quiet environment
with their peers and friends.
Sponsor(s):
Schilling, Susan
Regular Meeting Room: KHS library
To join this group contact: susan.schilling@humble.k12.tx.us
REACH
Purpose of club:
The purpose of REACH club is to make school a center of learning and a mission field for God.
Sponsor(s):
Wolf, Rex
Regular Meeting Room: 4302
To join this group contact: rex.wolf@humble.k12.tx.us
RHEMAH
Purpose of club:
A Christian girls group created to support principles of faith.
Sponsor(s):
Upton, Patti
Regular Meeting Room: 3000
To join this group contact: The KHS Rhema website
Rugby
Purpose of club:
Promote a greater understanding of rugby in American culture
Sponsor(s):
Fuson, Emily
Regular Meeting Room: Practice fields
To join this group contact: emily.fuson@humble.k12.tx.us
Science Olympiad
Purpose of club:
Science Olympiad is a national organization dedicated to improving the quality of science
education. Students compete in invitational, regional, and state Science Olympiad
Competitions.
Sponsor(s):
Butler, Susan
Regular Meeting Room: 3014
To join this group contact: susan.butler@humble.k12.tx.us
Softball
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Hendrix, Lauren
Regular Meeting Room: softball field; girl's field house
To join this group contact: lauren.hendrix@humble.k12.tx.us
Spanish Club
Purpose of club:
The KHS Spanish Club, el Circulo Espanol, is an organization of students who are interested in
promoting and experiencing the culture of the Spanish speaking world. Meetings are held on
Wednesdays at 7:00 a.m. in room 4304. Some of the activities that the club participates in are
attending cultural Hispanic events throughout the city and participating in activities with other
language clubs. El Circulo Espanol also endeavors to participate in activities that are beneficial
to the community. The club gives students an opportunity to lead, organize and plan the
activities as officers and members. All interested students are welcome.
Sponsor(s):
Otsuka, Wendy; Coburn, Betty
Regular Meeting Room: 4304
To join this group contact: wendy.otsuka@humble.k12.tx.us
Spanish Honor Society
Purpose of club:
The Spanish Honor Society is a nation-wide organization designed to honor students who have
excelled in their studies of the Spanish Language. Requirements for admission during the
Spring semester are that a student has achieved three semesters with a grade of "A' and that
he or she must be taking a Spanish course at the time of admission. Meetings are called from
time to time to keep members informed of activities within the organization. Students who
maintain membership status may wear a the Society's cord during the graduation ceremony.
Sponsor(s):
Bowman, Mark
Regular Meeting Room: an LGI
To join this group contact: mark.bowman@humble.k12.tx.us
Student Book Club
Purpose of club:
The Student Book Club meets during all lunches in the library on the first and third Wednesdays
of the month to discuss Young Adult literature. Everyone is welcome.
Sponsor(s):
Schilling, Susan
Regular Meeting Room: KHS library
To join this group contact: susan.schilling@humble.k12.tx.us
Student Council
Purpose of club:
The Kingwood High School student council members are the official representatives of the
student body at KHS. Students earn memberships through elections or through a school service
program. Student Council is active on a daily basis at Kingwood High School. The Kingwood
High school student Council participates and is recognized at the local, district and state levels.
Activities the student council members are responsible for include: Dances, Talent Show,
Homecoming, Elections, Toy and Gift Drive, Food Drive and many more.
Sponsor(s):
Morris,Jamie; Knight, David
Regular Meeting Room: 2700
To join this group contact: KHS Student Council website
Swimming and Diving
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Duin, Russell
Regular Meeting Room: Pool
To join this group contact: russell.duin@humble.k12.tx.us
Table Top Gaming Club
Purpose of club:
To gather together to play games such as Warhammer and Dungeons and Dragons
Sponsor(s):
Curtis, Lucas
Regular Meeting Room: 2413
To join this group contact: lucas.curtis@humble.k12.tx.us
Tennis
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
McElroy, Kevin
Regular Meeting Room: gym/tennis courts
To join this group contact: kevin.mcelroy@humble.k12.tx.us
Theatre
Purpose of club:
The theatre department at KHS presents a minimum of 2 mainstage shows a year as well as our
UIL One-Act Play competition piece, and student directed shows. All of these shows are open to
all KHS students regardless of their enrollment in a theatre class. Students may choose to
audition for a part in the play or work on various crews necessary to produce to produce the
play. Students may try their hand at set construction, properties, costuming, lighting, sound
engineering or publicty and marketing. The theatre department prides itself as an organization
that has a place for everybody. In addition to the fun work that is done in the department, we
are also a member of the International Thespian Society. In order to be a part of the ITS a
student must earn 20 thespian points. Points are earned by involvement in the theatre
department or drama club. Points vary based on the activity and follow the guidelines set by
the ITS. Once a student earns 60 points (Honor Thespian Status) they will receive a letter jacket.
In addition, upon graduation these students will be presented with their honor chords which
they will wear as they walk at graduation. We look forward to your particpation and anxiously
await meeting you.
Sponsor(s):
Chuter, Frank
Regular Meeting Room: auditorium
To join this group contact: frank.chuter@humble.k12.tx.us
TRIP
Purpose of club:
Talk, discuss and plan travel opportunities
Sponsor(s):
Schilling, Susan
Regular Meeting Room: library
To join this group contact: susan.schilling@humble.k12.tx.us
UIL Academic Team
Purpose of club:
Provides an opportunity for members to better understand UIL Academic events; compete in
UIL Academic tournaments and other events representing KHS by playing hard, yet fair; and
winning humbly, losing graciously.
Sponsor(s):
Langston, Audra
Regular Meeting Room: location varies by event
To join this group contact: Audra Langston 281-641-7043
Ultimate Frisbee Organization
Purpose of club:
Become better Frisbee players, meet new people, have a good time and remain physically fit.
Sponsor(s):
Ballay, Patrick
Regular Meeting Room:
To join this group contact: patrick.ballay@humble.k12.tx.us
Varsity Yell Leaders
Purpose of club:
VYL is an organization that promotes total school spirit with a positive attitude. Members
attend all football and home athletic events. Membership is based on try out process.
Sponsor(s):
Christman, Van
Regular Meeting Room: gym
To join this group contact: van.christman@humble.k12.tx.us
Video Games Club
Purpose of club:
Allow students to play fun and appropriate video games with friends after school. Meetings are
Friday afternoons.
Sponsor(s):
McGrew, Fred
Regular Meeting Room: 4002
To join this group contact: Mr. McGrew at 281-641-7097 or fred.mcgrew@humble.k12.tx.us
Volleyball
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Earhart, Ashley
Regular Meeting Room: Large Gym
To join this group contact: ashley.earhart@humble.k12.tx.us
Women's Basketball
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Thomas, Tonia
Regular Meeting Room: gym
To join this group contact: tonia.thomas@humble.k12.tx.us
Women's Cross Country/Track
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Burleson, Christie
Regular Meeting Room: girls' field house
To join this group contact: christine.burleson@humble.k12.tx.us
Women's Soccer
Purpose of club:
Kingwood High School Sport
Sponsor(s):
Bodron, Donnie
Regular Meeting Room: practice fields
To join this group contact: donald.bodron@humble.k12.tx.us
Yearbook (Hoofprints)
Purpose of club:
The KHS yearbook staff produces HOOFPRINTS, the annual yearbook for Kingwood High School.
Students write, edit, interview, photograph and produce the layout for the yearbook. The staff
begins work on the yearbook early in the summer and continues through the school year.
Members must enroll in journalism classes and have approval from the instructor.
Sponsor(s):
Palmer, Michelle
Regular Meeting Room: 4406
To join this group contact: michelle.palmer@humble.k12.tx.us