SENECA HIGH SCHOOL CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

2013 - 2014

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Co-curricular Program Statement..........................................................................3Club Membership Information..............................................................................3National Honor Society Information.....................................................................4Interscholastic Athletics........................................................................................5Interscholastic Athletic Eligibility.........................................................................6Clubs and Activities – Competitive Clubs..............................................7-8

Curriculum Clubs..............................................9-10Non-Curriculum Clubs …………………….....10-12

School Publications.......................................................................................... ..12Music/Bands…………………………………………………………………..….12Student Services ………………………………………………………………13-14Ethics Committee............................................................................................... .15

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THE CO-CURRICULAR PROGRAMINTRODUCTORY STATEMENT

Co-curricular activities are a necessary and important part of the programs of the Lenape High School District. Co-curricular activities are truly worthwhile because the activities allow students freedom of choice and permit them to exercise their initiative to a much greater degree than formal classes do. Co-curricular activities provide opportunities to apply academic discipline, develop and test career goals, be of service to yourself and others, and make long strides in maturing into a healthy, well-rounded person. In addition, activities are a great source of social contact and enjoyment. In high school, students can develop proficiency in leisure activities that yield them satisfaction for a lifetime.

This booklet is the official guide to the co-curricular activities. The administration has the prerogative to add or amend the regulations that follow and to make any other regulations necessary to carry out the activities program.

CLUB MEMBERSHIP

As a member of a club, a student is expected to meet all obligations and requirements set forth by the club charter or advisor.

QUALIFICATION FOR OFFICES

Clubs: A member in good standing

Classes:1. A member in good standing2. No serious discipline record(s) (discretion of administration)3. A student may hold office in as many organizations as his time and academic

standing will allow, with the following exceptions: The Class President may not hold any other office. The Student Council President may not hold any other office.

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NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY SELECTION

Membership in the National Honor Society is one of the highest honors awarded to a high school student. Selection into the National Honor Society is based on the student’s outstanding achievements in four areas: Scholarship, Service, Leadership and Character.

1. Scholarship – A student must be a junior or senior who has a minimum regular cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or, beginning with the class of 2017, a minimum weighted grade point average of 4.875.

2. Service – A student must demonstrate commitment to varied activities within his/her school and community. Service activities are those which benefit others and for which students receive no form of compensation. Student must participate in a minimum of three (3) school-sponsored activities per year of school attendance. In addition, the student must also earn 20 hours of community service per year of attendance or the equivalent total for years in high school.

3. Leadership – A student must demonstrate leadership qualities in and out of the classroom.

4. Character – A student must demonstrate the “six pillars of character”: respect, responsibility, trustworthiness, fairness, caring, and citizenship.

A student is qualified to be a candidate based on a 3.25 regular cumulative grade point average. The student will then receive a letter indicating his/her candidacy and they will attend a mandatory meeting where a full explanation of the selection process will take place. The student must complete an information form, verified by advisors/coaches/sponsors signed by the student and a parent/guardian and returned to a National Honor Society advisor by the date indicated on the form. The form is then passed on to the National Honor Society Selection Committee.

Evaluation forms will be completed by teachers, administrators, and school counselors to attest to a candidate’s leadership and character qualities. Discipline records of each candidate will be reviewed. A selection committee, composed of faculty members, will review all information and discuss each candidate before voting. A student selected for membership must participate in a formal induction ceremony to become an official National Honor Society member. In order to remain a member of the National Honor Society, students must abide by all chapter-by-laws and maintain the criteria for admission.

If a student is denied membership, he/she may submit a written request to the National Honor Society advisors to appeal the decision.

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INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS

Realizing that interscholastic sports make a rich contribution to an individual's total education, Seneca High School aims to provide its students with an extensive athletic program. The school provides athletic teams on varsity, junior varsity, and freshman levels.

All students who wish to participate in athletics may do so only after the school has received parental approval and the student has evidenced good health through a physical examination conducted by your home physician. Evidence of current tetanus inoculation is also required. The district maintains athletic accident insurance which is secondary to the family's primary medical insurance coverage. Restrictions on district coverage do apply. Parents are encouraged to contact the district personnel office should coverage questions occur.

BOYS SPORTS

BASEBALL.............................................. SEAN CASSELBASKETBALL......................................... ERICH WILTSEEBOWLING............................................... SEAN CASSELCROSS COUNTRY................................. RICH WATSONFOOTBALL............................................. BILL FISHERGOLF....................................................... SCOTT GLOSSNERLACROSSE.............................................. ROBERT DAVIDSONSOCCER.................................................. SAM MAIRASWIMMING............................................ CHRISTINE GERBERTENNIS................................................... SUSAN JOHNSONTRACK.................................................... BILL FISHERWRESTLING........................................... GREG BAUERWINTER TRACK.................................... RICH WATSON

GIRLS SPORTS

BASKETBALL...................................... SEAN KENNEVANBOWLING............................................. SEAN CASSELCROSS COUNTRY............................... KAREN O’NEILGYMNASTICS...................................... DUSTY CARROLLFIELD HOCKEY................................... JULIE SMITHLACROSSE........................................... MORGAN CROTHERSSOCCER............................................... RON JENSENSOFTBALL........................................... MARTY DEVINOSWIMMING.......................................... AMY GERSBACHTENNIS................................................. SUSAN JOHNSONTRACK................................................. LAURA HEENANWINTER TRACK................................. KAREN O’NEILVOLLEYBALL……………………….. COLLEEM MEEHANDirector of Athletics - Mr. Brad BauerAssistant Director of Athletics – Mr. Fred RuckerAthletic Trainers - Mr. Matt Havens & Ms. Taylor Alda

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INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY

ELIGIBILITY RULES APPLY TO ALL FRESHMAN, SOPHOMORE, JUNIOR VARSITY AND VARSITY TEAMS REPRESENTING THE HIGH SCHOOL (Girls and Boys).

1. ELIGIBLE if a student has not reached the age of 19 prior to September 1.2. ACADEMIC ELIGIBILITY

Student athletes in Grades 10, 11 and 12 must have attained 30 credits from the previous school year to be academically eligible for the fall and winter season and 15 credits from the first semester to be eligible for the spring sports season.

Student athletes in Grade 9 are automatically eligible for the fall and winter season but must have attained 15 credits for the spring sports season.

The student athlete must be in the acceptable age range as determined by NJSIAA regulations.

Transfer students may need a transfer waiver as determined by NJSIAA regulations.

Any questions regarding eligibility should be directed to the Athletic Director.

3. ELIGIBLE immediately if transfer because of a change of residence to anotherpublic secondary school district by parents or as approved by the ExecutiveCommittee.

4. ELIGIBLE after thirty (30) days from first game/meet of a sport at presentschool, if student received a varsity award at previous school the previous yearand transferred from one school to another when parents have not moved fromone public school district to another public school district and only after"Transfer Waiver Form" has been completed and processed by both schools.

5. ELIGIBLE if no influence used to retain or recruit the student.6. ELIGIBLE to represent his/her present school, if a student's parents move to

another public school district maintaining a secondary school of equal gradeor higher provided he/she remains properly enrolled, any subsequent transfer will be subject to the transfer provisions.

7. NOT ELIGIBLE after the completion of 8 semesters following a student'sentrance into the 9th grade.

8. NOT ELIGIBLE after the class in which a student originally enrolled graduates,regardless of transfer from any school during the 3 or 4 year period.

9. NOT ELIGIBLE for thirty (30) days from first game/meet of a sport at presentschool, if student received a varsity award at previous school the previousyear and transferred from one school to another when parents have not movedfrom one public school district and only after "Transfer Waiver Form" has beencompleted and processed by both schools.

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ALL SCHOOL PRODUCTIONS

SCHOOL MUSICAL ................. MS. BETTS

SCHOOL COMEDY/DRAMA............. MR. FISICARO

STAGE CREW.................... MR. PITNER

CLUBS AND ACTIVITIES

AUXILIARY ATHLETIC:CHEERLEADING - FOOTBALL MRS. PUDERCHEERLEADING - BASKETBALL TBA PING PONG CLUB MR. WEILER ULTIMATE FRISBEE MS. LAWLER

COMPETITIVE CLUBS

CHESS CLUB MR. PALLADINO The Chess Club will meet bi-monthly during the school year. The club is designed to enhance the appreciation of chess and provide an opportunity to compete in intramural or scrimmage meets.

DEBATE CLUB MR. KNECHTThis club is for all students interested in the art of debating. Students will have an opportunity to learn the basic forms and will compete in the South Jersey Debate League. This is a highly competitive club.

DEBORAH HEART CHALLENGE MR. KIBLERDeborah Heart Challenge is a game show style academic challenge held at Pemberton High School and hosted by the Deborah Heart and Lung Center during February, National Heart Health Awareness month. Students compete against other schools, answering questions about the heart, lungs, blood, circulatory system and women’s heart health. This televised event is hosted by Don Tolefson from Fox News Sports and top doctors. Chairmen of various divisions ask students questions written by staff members from Deborah Hospital. Although the event takes place in February, preparation begins in November.

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DECA (Marketing Club) MRS. MCCLOSKEYDECA (Marketing Club), a vocational student membership organization, provides incentives for achievement and opportunities to apply marketing instruction through competitive events on the regional, state and national levels. This club helps to create a positive self-concept, contributes to personal development and establishes an understanding of the civic and ethical responsibilities of business. This awareness often leads to activities that show caring about others, such as community improvement projects or fund-raising for the homeless. Students taking Marketing, Sales and Marketing, Introduction to Business, Entrepreneurship and Sports marketing are eligible to participate in DECA.

FBLA - FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA MS. COSTELLOFuture Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a national and state organization whose goals are to develop competent, aggressive leadership; strengthen confidence of students in themselves and their work; create interest in and understanding of American business enterprise; encourage members to participate in projects which contribute to the improvement of home, business and community; develop character and foster patriotism; encourage and practice efficient money management; encourage scholarship and promote school loyalty; assist students in establishing occupational goals and facilitate the members' transition from school to work.

KNOWLEDGE BOWL MS. ROMINIECKIThis activity is designed for students who enjoy trivia and competition. Seneca students compete against other high schools in modified Jeopardy format.

MATH CLUB MRS. RUSSOMath Club members attend and participate in after school math competitions against mathletes from other Burlington County high Schools and also compete in New Jersey Math League contests.

SCIENCE LEAGUE MRS. BEREZANSKYThe Science League is a competitive academic club. Students who participate visit different schools and compete in the areas of Earth Science, Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

ROBOTICS CLUB MR. DIVINCENZO

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The Robotics Club meets two times per month (six times per week during the build season which is January to February)and competes in regional and national competitions with the robot. Students work with engineers from Lockheed Martin to learn valuable skills in CAD, math, physics, animation, and web design. It gives students an opportunity to run a project from conception to competition.

CURRICULUM CLUBS

AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL MRS. BRAUNWELL Amnesty International (AI) is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights. AI’s vision is of a world in which every person enjoys all of the human rights enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights standards. In the AI club, we focus on raising awareness to ensure the well being and rights for all human beings.

ART CLUB MS. CIAVAGLIAThe Art Club is open to students interested in learning more about art. The club may opt to work on class projects, learn new techniques, or work on a group project.

BIOLOGY CLUB MR. SMITH

ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB MR. DOWNINGThe Environmental Club meets bi-monthly from October to May. The club has guest speakers, informational videos and letter writing campaigns. On occasion, members participate in community activities on Saturday or Sunday.

FRENCH CLUB MRS. WEBERIf you are presently studying or have completed at least one year of French, you are invited to join "le cercle francaais," to experience another culture. Money raised from various activities helps pay for trips to French plays, movies or restaurants or for a visit to another city such as New York, Baltimore or Washington.

GERMAN CLUB MRS. POCEKThe German Club is designed for German students interested in learning more about the German culture. Club activities include in-school meetings and club sales as well as out-of-school field trips to places of interest.

ITALIAN CLUB MS. DOUGHERTY Add a new dimension to your exposure of language. Join us in the Italian Club for planning and experiencing Italian art, culture and heritage. To accomplish these goals, our members participate in a variety of activities including field trips and fund raisers.

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LATIN CLUB MR. PALLADINOThe Latin Club is to be an extension of the classroom. The members participate in activities which simulate the customs of ancient Rome. Roman holidays are observed.

SPANISH CLUB MR. SPICERSpanish Club is open to any student who is currently or who has ever studied Spanish. Cultural activities such as plays, restaurant visits and talks by exchange students are encouraged. Students raise money each year for a year-end day trip to such places as the UN, the Mexican Embassy, etc.

TECHNOLOGY STUDENTS ASSOCIATION MR. PITNERThe Technology Students Association (TSA) is an organization geared towards making students aware of the technological progress around them. The awareness goes beyond just the club members with its projects throughout the school year, displays, and competitions with the common theme of technology. Students learn how to incorporate such advancements with everyday life and with the interaction of people which is most important at this point in time in the world. It is understandable to have a desire to learn about the technology which plays a dramatic role in our lives. This organization attempts to make that role more clear and comprehensible.

NON-CURRICULUM CLUBS

ADAPTIVE PE MRS. LANGANAdaptive PE Club will meet for activities, games, and exercises that are designed for everyone to participate.

ANIME AND MANGA CLUB MRS. DONOGHUEThe SOS Brigade is our resident anime and manga club. They meet to discuss the current world of anime and manga and to watch anime as a group. There are also manga related games and activities.

ASIAN CLUB Asian Club fosters an appreciation for Asian languages, foods, and cultures, as well as an understanding of the different norms that exist between East and West.  We learn about and then try out Asian customs.  Topics include Buddhist meditation and yoga, Chinese lettering, and martial arts, among others.

BUDDIES CLUB MRS. LANGAN

COMMUNITY SERVICE CLUB MRS. RITTERStudents in this club look into our immediate community to identify needs of our citizens. Students may participate in worthy local divisions of chartitable organizations such as St. Vincent DePaul, food collections, clothing collections, strategies for outreach and contributions to the local homeless shelters, neighborhood cleanup projects and other needs of the community.

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DRUG SQUAD MS. LAWLERThe purpose of Drug Squad is to provide an unconventional form of education to the student body through hands on training, peer to peer instruction, and community involvement. The group objective is to empower students, through knowledge, hold them accountable for the actions/decisions in and out of school as well as creating an invironment that fosters and encourages good decision making. Upper classroom can contact Ms. Lawler to schedule an interview in the fall.

FRESHMAN CONNECTION MR. KIBLER / MRS RUSSOThis club is open to 10th through 12th graders who are interested in helping the incoming freshmen transition from the numerous middle schools into our Seneca family. Members of the club will be visible in the freshmen homerooms during the beginning of the school year to help students adapt and will be involved in the Frosh Festival and Freshmen Orientation.

FUTURE EDUCATORS OF AMERICA MRS. WOLFSON This activity is available to all students interested in exploring a career in

education. FTA will sponsor meetings, guest speakers, seminars and field trips.

GAY/STRAIGNT ALLIANCE MR. KNECHT / MS. BETTSA safe and creative club that works toward combating prejudice of the homosexual community. Members participate in community service projects to spread the word of equal respect among varying sexualities.

L.I.V.E. (LEADERS IN VIOLENCE EDUCATION) MS. CERUTTIL.I.V.E. pairs Seneca students with students from area middle schools to promote an anti-bullying message using interactive exercises and publicity campaigns to lesson the effects of prejudice, bullying, and cliques at Seneca and its sending schools. L.I.V.E. members are called upon to lead by example in promoting tolerance and helping those who are feeling bullied and excluded to feel safe and included in their school environments. L.I.V.E. members also participate in team-building exercises and community service projects with middle school students throughout the school year.

MULTICULTURAL CLUB MRS. MARTIN-LEEThe Multicultural Club provides an environment in which all students can learn about and share their views pertaining to culture and diversity. Students from many different backgrounds come together to enhance the student’s experience as well as impact the cultural environment for the entire school community.

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SAC (STUDENTS ACTIVELY CONCERNED) MRS. VENASAC is a service club with a mission of helping students in Seneca and our neighbors in the community. Twice a year SAC holds a clothing drive with the proceeds earned going to help Seneca students in need and their families.

SADD (STUDENTS AGAINST DESTRUCTIVE DECISIONS) MRS. NAJIMI

Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD) promotes awareness of the dangers of drunk driving. We urge personal and peer responsibility in situations where alcohol is available, and encourage communication between teens and their parents when issues about alcohol arise.

VARSITY CLUB - BOYS AND GIRLS MR. KIBLER / MRS. PUDER / MRS. GERBER

The Boy's and Girls' Varsity Clubs are a collaboration of varsity athletes who are interested in promoting sportsmanship and team unity. Their activities involve fund-raisers, such as pretzel and candy sales. The zenith of their year is the sports awards which are held at the end of each season, where the club recognizes and honors the school's outstanding athletes in each sport for their superior accomplishments.

WELLNESS CLUB MRS. VENAThe Wellness Club meets after school, shares a healthy snack, and takes a walk on the Seneca school grounds. While walking, healthy lifestyle choices are discussed. Guest speakers will come to share information on topics of interest with regard to wellness.

SCHOOL PUBLICATIONS

LITERARY MAGAZINE MS. ROMINIECKINEWSPAPER MRS. CERUTTIYEARBOOK MR. NAHILL

MUSIC / BANDS

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These organizations are established to assist the regular music organization and assist in a greater music or band activity. These organizations are guided by the same policies governing the club program.

BAND FRONT MS. BANGLECONCERT BAND MR. STYERSCHORUS & CHOIR MR. DILAUROJAZZ BAND MR. BARBERMARCHING BAND MR. STYERSSCHOOL ORCHESTRA MR. DILAUROWIND ENSEMBLE MR. BARBER

STUDENT SERVICES

These organizations are established and dedicated to promote a greater service to the school community. These organizations are guided by the policies governing the club program. For further details and information, please contact the advisors of the organization.

CLASS ADVISORS

SENIOR CLASS MRS. RUSSO / MR. KNECHTJUNIOR CLASS MS. BETTS / MR. REPSHERSOPHOMORE CLASS MS. CIAVAGLIA / MR. WEILERFRESHMAN CLASS MS. SCOTT / MR. WILTSEE

The officers, with assistance from the class advisors, promote class spirit, unity and plan/organize a number of class activities.

INTERACT CLUB MRS. MCCLOSKEY Interact is a service organization sponsored by Rotary International. Our club works with the Medford-Vincentown Rotary in two areas: fund-raising for local charities, and working individually with those in need. Our annual projects include delivery of Thanksgiving baskets to the needy, sale of holiday plants, and coordination of a drug awareness project. Our motto is "HELP US HELP OTHERS."

GERMAN HONOR SOCIETY MS. POCEK

NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY MR. DOOLEYThe National Art Honor Society consists of art students who are juniors and seniors who have earned at least an “85” in an advanced art course and wish to be inducted. It is a

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service oriented group which works closely with the Seneca Art Club. Activities which NAHS students have participated in include the annual Craft Fair, the Learning Pond, Adopt a Family, face painting at the carnival, Precious Gems and the Annual Art Show.

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY MS. MAIER / MR. KNECHT

(See page 2 for eligibility information)

RENAISSANCE PROGRAM MRS. LANGAN

RS. MAKOWSKI

MRS. MCMICHAEL The club recognizes and promotes positive accomplishments of the students, faculty andStaff at Seneca High School. The club highlights respect, citizenship and reinforcesAcademic performances.

STUDENT COUNCIL MR. ABATE MRS.

MAIRA TBA

The school's governing body. The officers and representatives promote class spirit and unity, also plan and organize activities in the school.

STUDENT ATLETIC TRAINERS MR. HAVENS / MS. ALDA

Students who wish to enter the field of athletic medicine, or simply wish to get involved in an important and interesting activity are invited to sign up as student athletic trainers. This is a responsible position; only students who are dependable and mature need apply. Student trainers will learn many skills and work closely with our athletic teams.

WORLD AFFAIRS COUNCIL MR. KIBLER The World Affairs Council is affiliated with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia. The club provides opportunities for students to meet and interact with world leaders, government officials and business leaders. Students participate in mock United Nations and informative seminars on world issues. Any student can join the club to pursue an interest in current events and world issues.

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ETHICS COMMITTEE

I. COMPOSITION OF THE ETHICS COMMITTEE

The purpose of the Ethics Committee is to determine continued membership in an activity/club whenever its rules have been violated.

The Ethics Committee will consist of the following members: The Principal or his/her designee Three activity/club advisors One non-voting activity/club advisor representing the activity/club

involved in the allegations against the student(s).

II. ACTIVITY/CLUB DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES

Continued activity/club membership will be determined by the Ethics Committee. All five members of the Ethics Committee will hear and discuss charges after the following steps are taken:

The student is referred to the Ethics Committee and formally charged. The student must be present at the hearing. If he/she wishes, his/her

parent(s) may also be present. In all cases, parents must be informed of the pending hearing and procedures.

III. ACTIVITY CLUB DISCIPLINARY GUIDELINES

The Ethics Committee may recommend probation, suspension from the activity/club, or dismissal from the activity/club.

Probation will not be assigned for more than one semester.

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A suspension from an activity or club will not exceed forty-five school days.

The Principal is to be consulted if a student commits a disciplinary offense that could be determined as a second violation of

activity/club rules. An activity/club advisor cannot make any rules that are

contrary to existing school policy.

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