Clubs capture extracurricular diversity
CVHS recently hosted its Club Day on Jan. 15. While it seems overwhelming at first glance seeing the rows of lines scattered at the thoughtfully creative booths, but after a short period of waiting, all are welcomed with introductions and discover that there were far more selections this year than last year. There’s something for everyone at CVHS if you take the initiative to sign up, with the subjects spanning from sustainable fashion and digital innovation to political debate and animal welfare.
Led by Qaisarah Kamal, Fashion Club meets during lunch to discuss style and sustainability. Members prepare for an annual spring fashion show and work with CV Smart Environment to promote eco-friendly fashion practices. The club appeals to students interested in self-expression through design while addressing environmental concerns.
“I am able to meet and make fashionable people during our meetings at lunch,” said Kamal.
For more information, visit the club’s Instagram page, @cvhs.fashion.
Hacks Club introduces students to practical technology and innovation. Members Sebastian Sandoval and Samit Rath organize regular hackathons and programming projects. Rath explained that the club arranges “boba drives” during which boba is brought to the school to foster community spirit and creative collaboration.
“I attended the hackathon last year and won a soldering iron,” explained Rath, a tool utilized in the club.
Members have worked on projects related to STEM and artificial intelligence and have earned accolades, including the Sauntering Iron prize. More details are available at @cvhshackathon.
Polisci Club, led by Chloe Rose and Mordecai Araya, examines modern political issues and their historical context. The club hosts discussions on current events and public policy, drawing interest from both upperclassmen and underclassmen. It provides a forum for informed analysis and debate on topics shaping today’s political landscape. For updates and membership details, see @cvpolisci.
A newer addition to Club Day: Animal Aid Club attracts students with a passion for animal welfare. Members such as Jacob DeGuzman join the club to volunteer at local shelters and nature centers, including Sulphur Creek.
“It’s really cool to take the opportunity and help animals in local shelters,” explained DeGuzman.
The club focuses on practical support for animal care and promotes community service through hands-on projects. Interested students can find more information at @cvhsanimalaidclub.
Club Day is more than an opportunity to learn about established interests; it’s an open invitation for every student to critique, refine, and assemble their own extracurricular path. If you’re drawn to fashion, technology, politics, animal welfare, or exploring a career interest, consider joining one of these clubs or starting your own. CVHS encourages students to engage, experiment, express, and excel through the rich variety of clubs on offer this year.