Activities

Snowboard Club Trip:

The deadline has been extended...you still have a few days to sign up for the Boyne Highlands trip on February 8-10! Here's the information!

The following information will provide some specifics about the activities and clubs available at St. John's Jesuit High School. As important as academics and test scores are, colleges and universities are also looking for activities and clubs as success indicators. Involvement in activities promotes you as a person who is cooperative, dedicated, and involved in your school community. Activities also give you an opportunity to meet new friends whose interests are similar to yours. If you have any questions or need more information, please don't hesitate to ask me or email me. Enjoy!!!! Mrs. Wright Activities Director

African- American Assembly - Mrs. Ransey
This club participates in Black College Fair Trip, Black History March, Mentor/Tutor Program at Pickett Elementary, Cedar Point Trip, and African-American Picnic.

Art and Photo Club - Mr. Zawojski
If you are looking for an opportunity to express your art talent but are lacking in ability to draw, this is the club for you. Students have had their photography displayed in shows in Cleveland and the Toledo Museum of Art...the next artist could be you!

Baseball Club - Mr. Sanborn
Baseball Club is for the student who enjoys baseball trivia, memorabilia, movies and info about “the great American pastime”.

Bird Watching Club - Mr. Douglass
Enjoy the out of doors? Join Mr. Douglass and club members learning more about birds, identifying them, and visiting their habitats in and around NW Ohio.

Bowling - Mr. Jones
The SJJ bowling teams have enjoyed very successful seasons for many years. Whether you are a novice or expert you are welcome to sign up during the fall for a great time year long at the alley. Listen for meeting announcements.

Campion Hall Players - Mrs. Trimble
Activities include the fall play and the spring musical. There are opportunities to be a part stage crew as well as cast. Show your school spirit and become a part of a memorable production while at St. John’s Jesuit High School.

Cavalier - Mr. Holman
The school newspaper is always looking for budding writers. If you feel that this is an area of interest, please take this opportunity to become involved with the award-winning Cavalier.

Cheerleaders - Mr. Robinson / Mr. MacDonald
Open to any senior who is willing to enthusiastically promote positive spirit within the student body. Works closely with Spirit Club and pep band.

Chess Club - Mr. Jensen
If you have a desire to become involved in the game of chess and to have the opportunity to play a game you enjoy, join the Chess Club.

Chess Team - Mr. Hinkle
SJJ's official chess team. All levels of play accepted. Learn more about the game and improve your skills weekly as well as compete against Toledo area schools. Opportunities for state and national play also possible.

Freshman Chess - Mr. MacDonald

Comedy Central Club - Mr. Borman
Ready for a good laugh?! Come to Comedy Central and enjoy the roots of comedy from Stooges to Lucy and Ricky and Johnny Carson!!

Competitive Speaking - Mrs. Peg Nixon

Computer Club - Mrs. Sinha
Here is a great activity for students with a serious interest in computers. This club will facilitate your interest and allow you opportunities to explore more in depth the world of computers.

Crew - Mr. McElroy
Crew is a club sport that has a fall and a spring season. Students interested in “rowing” on the “mighty Maumee” and other exciting destinations will love the camaraderie and the workout. Seniors and coaches get involved in transportation coordination so that any student can participate.

Debate - Mr. Hoppenjans
St. John’s Jesuit debate team offers individuals the opportunity to do what a lot of kids like best: ARGUE. Debaters research national policy topics, prepare pro or con positions, practice argument skills, then compete against other teams from Ohio and Michigan.

Film Society - Mr. Carnicom
Participants will gain knowledge of many genres of film through film history, mechanics and artistic analysis for the purpose of possible career preparation. Carefully selected films will be viewed on a weekly basis. Discussion and study using a textbook will be featured.

Fitness Club - Mr. Miller
Here's a great opportunity to learn what our Lyden Center has to offer. Proper use of equipment, free weights, etc. will be stressed as well as fitness, proper nutrition and maintaining a healthy life style. Everyone is welcome!

Fly Fishing Club - Mr. Borgelt
Calling all fishermen or future anglers. Get "hooked" on this very popular sport. Learn about or enhance your fishing basics and head out to "the great outdoors" to practice your skills.

French Club - Mrs. Wright
If you would like to sample French Cuisine, play games, watch movies, then French students, you need to check out French Club. The yearly eclair sale is always a “treat”.

German Club - Mrs. Brunner
Are you anxious to experience German culture, like to watch movies and enjoy sharing a variety of other activities with students studying German? Get involved in the German Club.

Guitar Club - Mr. Mullan
Get jammin’ at guitar club. Bring your ax and enjoy the sounds of fellow Titans on acoustic or electric.

JETS - Mr. Simmons
Junior Engineering Technical Society
You will be involved in designing and building objects. Field trips will be scheduled to places such as the Dana Corporation. If this is an area that may be of interest, explore this award winning activity.

Juggling Club - Mrs. Hauptman
This club is service oriented. You do not need to be able to juggle to become a member of this club. Your new juggling skills will be used to entertain individuals who are in need of a smile and happy memories of your visit. You will perform at area hospitals, nursing homes and during open house.

Literary Magazine / INSCAPE -Mrs. Bauer / Mrs. Ramos
Be a part of St. John's Jesuit first annual Literary Magazine. Be on the cutting edge, helping to name the magazine, design it and select student writing for this innovative publication. If you are not interested in the publishing aspect, definitely plan to submit your writing for inclusion in our new endeavor.

Martial Arts - Mr. Welling

The return of the Martial Arts Club will be open to all SJJ students. The club will appeal especially to those who have been or are now involved in some way with matrial arts. We will explore the history and philosophy of various schools of thought and practice through films, handouts, discussions and visits from martial arts practitioners (based on time and availability). Our club will not be expected to be nor used solely to serve as a "How to Do It" organization.

Paintball - Mr. Spenthoff

Quiz Bowl - Dr. Gilbert
Are you a future Jeopardy contestant? Would you like to sharpen your trivia and not so trivial skills by competing as a team member against area high schools? Plan to investigate Quiz Bowl......it may be your “Activities Answer”.

Science Club - Mr. Douglass
To promote the field of science, this club plans a variety of after school activities. Trips to: local industries involved with energy and transportation, such as Davis-Besse, SS Willis Boyer; museums and conservatories, COSI, U of M. Botanical Gardens; research labs, MCO, Toledo Hospital are among the many that have been enjoyed. Guest speakers and conservation projects are also a part of this very energetic activity.

Ski / Snowboarding Club - Mr. Douglass

Spanish Club - Mrs. Bracho
For those students who want to take their interest in Spanish a step further...learn more about the food, culture, and sights in Spanish speaking countries. Bienvenidos to the Spanish Club.

Student Council - Mr. Hinkle
Student Council holds meetings on Wednesday afternoons after school in room 108. Meetings usually begin at 3:15 p.m. To be elected to Student Council you need to run for class representative or be elected to the Executive Council. Freshman elections are held in early fall. Other elections are held in late spring. Council sponsors elections, dances and a variety of other social and service opportunities. If you are interested in signing up for a committee see the sign up in the Commons. You don’t have to be a rep to work on committees.

T.V. 4 - Mr. Rychnovsky
If you have an interest in television broadcast, please see the moderators personally. News preparation, broadcasting, technical expertise as well as taping are all part of this exciting activity.

Titan Pride - Mrs. Ramos / Mrs. Trempe
This organization provides spirit, makes a statement, and is involved with many countywide activities. If you are someone who would like to work on service projects affiliated with Ronald McDonald House, to be involved with activities that are fun, and to work with other schools in Lucas County planning fun nights, etc., then Titan Pride is the organization for you. Titan Pride is affiliated with the Lucas County Youth-to-Youth Organization.

Yearbook - Mr. Rosen and Mrs. Telfer
Mr. Rosen and Mrs. Telfer are the Promethean advisors. They are always looking for energetic, dependable, individuals who have an interest in working on the yearbook staff. If you have an interest in this area, you need to see Mr. Rosen or Mrs. Telfer, personally.

Other Opportunities

Athletics - Mr. Miller, Athletic Director
There are three high school sports seasons. Pay close attention to the announcements for official starting dates of open and required practices for each sport. If you have specific questions regarding a particular sport, please feel free to ask Mr. Miller. These individuals would be happy to answer questions regarding athletics. Please feel free to ask teachers, coaches, counselors, etc. They will direct you to the appropriate person.

Ambassadors - Mr. Savona
Members of this organization are chosen after recommendation of teachers and an interview process. The students work with admissions, advancement and alumni.

Members are involved in many service and volunteer opportunities. Ex.: 8th grade visits, Dinner Auction, Freshman Orientation and Reunion Weekend.

Campus Ministry - Father Pipp / Mr. Richard / Mr. Harms / Mrs. Chambers
Help plan and implement the masses, retreats, prayer services and other spiritual activities at SJJ. This is one of the busiest departments of our school. See Mrs. Foster for more info.

Christian Service - Mr. Skeldon
Core team of juniors and seniors chosen by recommendation and interview after application. Plans Hunger Awareness Week and all mission collections. Service opportunities in the community and in Guatemala and the Dominican Republic are part of the Christian service experience for a number of young men.

Intramurals - Mr. Robinson / Mr. MacDonald
Any student who enjoys playing sports for fun has a weekly opportunity to do so. Each intramural season runs approximately six weeks. Football is played in the fall, followed by basketball in the winter and soccer in the spring. What a great way to enjoy a Sunday afternoon. Sign up a team, come alone or with a friend and join a team. Sign-ups are held several weeks before the sport begins. Listen for announcements.

National Honor Society - Mrs. Sibley
Election to National Honor Society is a very prestigious honor. Selection is based on superior grades, service to school and community and recommendations from within and outside the SJJ community. Juniors and seniors are eligible.

Peer Mediators - Mr. Borman
Mediators are trained to work with students who may be involved in current or potential situations that involve conflict using conflict resolution to solve problems.