Updated 9/2024
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Anime Club (updated 9/2024) |
The Anderson High School Anime Club promotes the appreciation and enjoyment of Anime as an art form as well as an awareness and understanding of Japanese culture. Any Anime fan may join us at our meetings after school. Our activities range from viewing and discussing Anime, playing games, doing Anime-related crafts, sharing information about cosplay, and planning for upcoming conventions across Texas. | Monica Watson |
Thursdays after school Room 330 |
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Asian Cultures Club (updated 9/2024) |
Explore and experience authentic Asian culture locally. | Katie Raymond |
Bimonthly on Tuesdays during lunch (ex: every second week, 09/10 and 09/24) Room 336 |
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Band (updated 9/2024) |
For more information, visit the band website. | Frank Nedley |
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Belles Dance Team (updated 9/2024) |
For more information, visit the Trojan Belles website. | Kayla Orton | |
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Book Club (updated 9/2024) |
Talk about books, read books, recommend books and promote reading! Club will also participate in Austin ISD's High School Battle of the Books competition! | Shelby Counts |
Tuesdays during lunch Library Learning Lab
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Business Club (JACoPro) (updated 9/2024) |
JA Company Program empowers high school students to fill a need or solve a problem in their community and teaches them practical skills required to conceptualize, capitalize, and manage their own business venture. Community volunteers and mentors provide real-world guidance and experience to the student-led startup. | Tracey Stephens |
Wednesdays, weekly during lunch Room 135 |
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Ceramics Club (updated 9/2024) |
To work with clay since AHS has no formal ceramics program | Maureen Holloway |
Tuesdays after school until 6:00 PM Room 20 |
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Cheerleaders (updated 9/2024) |
For information please visit our WEBSITE | ||
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Chess Club (updated 9/2024) |
To play chess with other students in a friendly environment. To compete in tournaments and learn about openings, endgames & tactics. All are welcome - if you haven't played before we will teach you! | Shelby Counts |
Fridays during lunch Library Learning Lab |
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Chinese Culture Club (updated 10/24) |
Explore and experience authentic Chinese culture locally. | Kelly Long |
3nd Monday of each month during lunch Room 318 |
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Choir (updated 9/2024) |
For more information visit the Trojan Choir website. | David Beussman | |
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Climbing Club (updated 10/24) |
To introduce students to a fun, unique and mentally stimulating sport and recreational activity. To train those students who desire competition, and help them navigate and succeed in that environment | Samuel Gonzalez |
Mondays after school & Saturdays FIT on Thursdays FIT in room 315. After school various gyms across Austin. |
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Competitive Coding Club (updated 10/24) |
Provide students interested in coding and computer science an opportunity to represent our community at a global level. Through hackathons, coding challenges, and collaborative sessions, we inspire our members to innovate and solve challenges as a team. | Vincent Wrencher |
Mondays after school room 402 |
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DECA (updated 10/24) |
DECA's mission is to prepare emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management. | Logan Breen |
TBD room 146 |
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Dreamcatchers Foundations (updated 10/24) |
Cindy Moringy |
10/18 during lunch TBD room 122 |
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Environmental Awareness Club (updated 9/2024) |
The Environmental Awareness Club (EAC) is dedicated to promoting environmental awareness and protection within the school and our community. Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower students to take action on environmental issues, fostering a culture of sustainability and responsibility. | Ashton Roberts |
1st & 3rd Tuesdays during lunch Room 114 |
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) (updated 9/2024) |
Helps students learn more about Christianity and other religions | Mack Oliphant |
Thursdays during lunch Small Gym |
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French Club (updated 9/2024) |
Discover and share the love of French culture. | Kelsey Monroe |
1st Mondays during lunch Room 308 |
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French Honor Society ( Société Honoraire de Françaisa) (updated 9/2024) |
-Tutor French Students -Organize and run French National Contest -Must be a French student w/ 90 average -Must be in Honors French or higher -Must have an average of 3.6 in French and 3.0 general average past 3 semesters |
Kelsey Monroe |
varies Room 308 |
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German Club (updated 9/2024) |
To explore and celebrate German culture in a fun and safe environment. How to Join: You don’t have to be in a German class at AHS in order to participate in the German Club. For more information, please visit Frau Lesher in room 311. |
Julia Lesher |
First Wednesday of every month at lunch (Sep. 4, Oct.2, Nov.6, Dec.4, Jan.8, Feb. 5, Mar. 5, April 2, May 7) Room 311 |
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Go-Kart Club (updated 9/2024) |
Introduce students to the world of motor sport. Provide them with opportunitites to safely work on and design competition go-karts. Teach valuable team building and communication skills. | Joe Ngo |
Fall Meets: Starting 09/24/2024, Tuesdays during lunch and Thursdays during lunch. Spring Meets: Starting TBD, Tuesdays after school until 6:00 pm, and Fridays during lunch. Room 409
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Graphic Design Club (updated 10/24) |
To enjoy all things graphic design, work on skills, techniques, projects and discuss what's current in the industry. | Lissa Hutchison |
First meeting Oct. 10, thereafter first Thursday of each month. 4:45-6:30pm Room 143 |
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National German Honor Society (Delta Epsilon Phi) (updated 9/2024) |
-tutor German students -organize and run German contest -students must be a German Club member -students must be in pre-AP German or higher -students must have an average of 3.6 in German and 3.0 general average past 3 semesters (on 4.0 scale) -willing to work on summer project
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Julia Lesher |
Room 311 |
| Hispanic Impact Club | information coming! | ||
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Improv/Comedy Club (updated 10/24) |
Justin LaVergne |
Mondays/Fridays during lunch (Fall) Wednesdays after school (Spring) Black Box Theatre
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International Music Club (updated 9/2024) |
The International Music Club (IMC) is a club that creates a community for those passionate about new music from all over the world. In the IMC, we will discuss new world musicians and their latest releases, analyze songs and their inspiration, and celebrate the connection that music creates. | Monica Watson |
First and third Thursdays of every month during lunch Room 330 |
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Jewish Student Association (updated 9/2024) |
The AHS Jewish Student Association is a club for Jewish students at Anderson but all are welcome. In this club, we have events where we learn about Israel, Judaism, how to deal with antisemitism, and much more! We would love to see you there! | Adam Rappaport |
Room 236 TBD |
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K Pop & Choreography (updated 10/24) |
To bring together enthusiasts of K-pop music and dance in a fun, inclusive environment. Our mission is to deepen our understanding of K-pop culture through learning and performing iconic choreography, exploring the musicality, and appreciating the artistry of K-pop as a global phenomenon. Members will have the opportunity to improve their dance skills, collaborate on performances, and develop a stronger connection to the music, all while fostering a sense of community around shared interests. | Gabrielle Neuman |
Mondays 4:45 - 5:45 room 215 |
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Key Club (updated 9/2024) |
Help improve the community through volunteer services. Key Club is an international student-led organization which provides its members with opportunities to be involved in service hours, build character and develop leadership. The members of this service organization participate in various activities such as Raise the Roof, Habitat for Humanity, The Children's Hospital, etc. There is no point system for membership. The volunteer experience is what members gain from participating in projects. Volunteer for the good of it! Members who want to attend the super-fun closure activity at the end of the year, must attend at least 5 general Key Club meetings and at least 6 service projects. Key Club is affiliated with Key Club International and Kiwanis International. |
Lacey Lake |
9/11, 10/16, 11/13, 12/11, 1/15, 2/12, 3/12, 4/9, 5/14 Cafeteria |
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Latin Club/JCL (udpated 10/24) |
The Anderson HS Latin Club is part of a nationwide organization of over 50,000 members called the Junior Classical League (njcl.org) whose mission is to promote appreciation for the language and culture of the Ancient Greeks and Romans and for their relevance today. Club members can compete at tournaments with other schools from across the area, state and the nation in a wide variety of Latin and Greek themed competitions ranging from Mythology and Latin to Art and Olympic sport. Our local club also holds additional events which include an annual gladiatorial tournament and 12-day field trip to Europe every year. Please see our local chapter’s website for more information. |
Andy Ellis |
9/25, 10/30, 11/20, 12/11 Room 304 |
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Military Interest Club (updated 9/2024)
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Club for students interested in learning more about any military branch. | Melissa Williamson |
TBD
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Model United Nations (updated 9/2024) |
Provide students an opportunity to learn about the functions and structure of the United Nations, and its role in the world today. Promote and encourage student knowledge of world issues by providing a forum in which students may research and present solutions to world problems. Offer students a chance to collaborate with one another and debate issues of international politics, current events, and historical moments, and practice with teamwork and cooperation. |
After school on Thursdays Library Learning Lab |
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Mountain Biking Club (updated 9/2024) |
Enjoy and promote the sport of mountain biking through group rides on local trails; learning basic bike maintenance; building and improving biking skills; discussing relevant topics; and occasionally helping local cycling groups with trail maintenance or other biking-related community events. Riders of all skill levels are welcome in this non-competitive, for-fun group! |
Scott Plowman |
Weekend ride locations TBD: Sept. 22 Oct. 20 Nov. 16 Dec. 7 Jan. 25 Feb. 23 March 29 April 27 May 17 |
| National Art Honor Society (NAHS) |
National Art Honor Society (NAHS) is sponsored by the National Art Education Association (NAEA), a professional organization for art teachers and officials concerned with the quality of education in the visual arts. The purpose of NAHS is to: Inspire and recognize those students who have shown outstanding ability in art; Foster excellence and a dedicated spirit to the pursuit of art; Further creative abilities and talents of the Society’s members, as well as the school’s entire student art enrollment; Aid members in working toward the attainment of their highest potential in an art area; Bring art to the attention of the school and community; Increase awareness of art in relation to other areas of the school curriculum; and Further aesthetic awareness in all aspects of the school’s total program. |
John Livingston |
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National Honor Society for Dance Arts (updated 9/2024) |
To recognize outstanding artistic merit, leadership, and academic achievement in students studying dance in the Anderson Dance Department.
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Kayla Orton |
Dance Gym During Classes |
| National Honor Society |
NHS creates enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in the students of Anderson High School. For additional information please visit www.andersonnhs.org |
Amy Jaggers | |
| National Math Honor Society (Mu Alpha Theta) | Mu Alpha Theta is a National Mathematics Honor Society dedicated to inspiring keen interest in, developing strong scholarship in, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics. Mu Alpha Theta recognizes students who enjoy and excel in mathematics and encourages students to participate in math-related events, such as U.I.L. math competitions: Calculator, Number Sense, and Mathematics. Membership into Mu Alpha Theta is by invitation only to those who are in Algebra II or higher level math courses with an 85 or above cumulative average in all of their math classes. Membership forms will be given out by math teachers near the end of the first weeks, and these forms and are due in October. | Gabriel Rangel | no regular meeting times. |
| National Spanish Honor Society | To tutor students at Anderson, engage with the Spanish speaking community of Austin and to increase awareness of Spanish speaking countries. | ||
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Paper Bridges (updated 10/24) |
Help orphans, foster children, and other vulnerable kids around the world by empowering the community to take action projects including letter writing, literacy videos, in-kind donation drives, etc.
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Cathy Painter | Follow us on Instagram for updates! |
| Pawfect Club | To allow students to volunteer together and help support animal welfare by providing care and attention to animals in need. Members also develop skills and contribute to the community. | Rachel Ruthven |
Starting in January: 2nd Thursday of every month room 127 |
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Pickleball Club (updated 9/2024) |
To organize pickleball games. The group will mee to plan games, teach teamwork skills and leadership skills | Melissa Williamson |
TBD |
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Political Science Club (updated 10/24) |
The Political Science Club seeks to explore the issues of American politics from a non-partisan approach. We encourage people who are passionate about politics and willing to share their worldview to come and hang out with us! | Michael Jennings |
October 3, 17, 31 Room 244 |
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Rainbow Loom Club (updated 9/2024) |
To provide a fun space for students to make rainbow loom bracelets and experiment with their creativity. | Angela Zumwalt |
Fall: 9/20, 10/11, 10/25, 11/8, 11/22, 12/6 Spring: 1/10, 1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/7, 3/28, 4/4, 4/25, 5/2, 5/16 |
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RC Planes Club (updated 10/24) |
To learn about, build, & fly RC planes. | Joe Ngo |
Mondays 5:00 - 6:30 Room 409 |
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Robotics Team (ausTIN CANS) (updated 9/2024) |
FIRST FRC - An international robotics program that combines the fun, team building experience of sports/competition with business, engineering, and problem solving. For more information see website VEX Robotics - Small groups of 1-4 students who work together year round in designing, building, documenting, and competing in VEX Robotics events locally and nationally. |
Vincent Wrencher |
FALL: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 5-7:30 PM SPRING: Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 5-7:30 PM & Saturdays 10-4 Engineering building
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| Spanish Club | To provide AHS students with opportunities to have fun while celebrating and exploring the cultures of the Spanish- speaking world. | Thomas Jolliffe |
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| Speech & Debate Club | To teach the fundamentals of speech and debate. The Anderson Speech and Debate team competes in approximately 30 tournaments per season, across the state and the nation. | El Contreras | |
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Spirit Club (updated 9/2024) |
To make every activity and sport here at Anderson feel loved, appreciated, and recognized! Promoting events by creating signs, social media posts, and encouraging more spirit from the students for these organizations! | Gayla Stuart |
Mondays during lunch room 134 |
| Student Council |
Student Council serves as a student government along with leadership and service components. PURPOSE: To provide opportunities for students to be positive leaders through service and social opportunities. The purpose of this organization is for students to serve as service, social and positive leaders of the school and student body; through its many programs and activities, student pride, school spirit, student recognition, respect for democratic procedures and motivation for high scholarship. Our objective is to support and facilitate relationships between students, teachers and the administration by respecting democratic procedures and voicing student concerns. Students who choose to fill out an application may be a member of Student Council. Membership is established during the first month of each school year. Members are required to attend a mandatory retreat early in the school year, council meetings (in the theater), committee meetings (during lunch), and do community service each semester. Student Council is in charge of all Homecoming activities and serves as a forum for the student body to give their opinions on school matters to the administration. You must be a member of Student Council to run for class officer.
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Zach Kurzweil |
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The Trojan Record (updated 9/2024) |
The Trojan Record is a club that is working on the Anderson Student Newspaper. This club aims to encourage students to become more involved in the process of publication in an academic and diverse climate. The Trojan Record also aims to provide students with a voice and platform to share ideas, and practice professions they may be interested in beyond Anderson High School. | Claire Zimmerman |
Tuesdays during lunch Room 306 |
| Ultimate Frisbee Club | To have fun and compete in local Ultimate Frisbee tournaments | Sandy Knight |
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Walking Wellness Club (updated 10/24) |
To encourage wellness through walking and exercise and fellowship. | Lissa Hutchison |
First meeting Oct. 8, then first Tues. of the month thereafter during lunch Room 143
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| Water Polo Club | For more information see the website | ||
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WISE Club (Women in Science & Engineering) (updated 10/24) |
To learn about women in science and engineering and explore career pathways in STEM. | Teresa Coomaraswamy |
11/7, 11/14, 11/21, 12/5 during lunch room 100
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