Franklin High SchoolClubs

2010 – 2011

Academic League – Sherri Smith-Richardson

Acceptance for All – Nikki Inzano

African & Islands United – Fran Bardusco

Amnesty International – Julie Tovay-Ryder

Asian-Awareness – Alka Sharma

Captain’s Leadership Council – Rebekah Solomon

Class Advisor 9 – David Rowland

Class Advisor 10 – Toni McBride

Class Advisor 11 – Daniel Mayer

Class Advisor 12 – Kelly Reddin

Crescent Club – Ted Jones

Dance Troupe – Aaron Ramos

DECA (Distributive Education Club of America) – Kenneth Trout & Nicole Haynes

Environmental Club – Ryan Parker

F.I.R.S.T. Robotics (For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology Robotics) –Jeffrey Goett & Linda Puglio

French Club – Marie Winter

FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) – Ron Richter & Dominic Pettinelli FEA (Future Educators of America) – Linda Horowitz

Gospel Choir – Timothy Walton

Guitar Ensemble – Roger Spinella

Interact Club – David Whitman

J.R.O.T.C - MAJ Vazquez

Junior Classical League – Jennifer Jones

Key Club – Karen Alifano

Library Club – Kaye Albrecht & Linda Porter

Literary Journal – Aja Clark

Madrigals – Betty DeMonic

Mathematics League – Lauren Phillips

Model Congress – Louis Guglielmo

Model United Nations – Louis Guglielmo & Stephen Foster

National Honor Society – Julie Tovay-Ryder

Newspaper –Franklin Warrior – Peter DiMarco

REBEL (Reaching Everyone by Exposing Lies) – Stacy Hale

REEL Video / TV Production – Michael Pinnix

RIME (Raritan’s Introduction of Minorities to Engineering) – Ammon Barksdale & Michelle Hauser

School Store – Ron Richter

Science League – David Seidorf

Sisters Training for Life – Aja Clark

Spanish Club – Max Cuevas & Nathaly Bracamonte

Spring Musical – Betty DeMonic

Stock Market Team – Robert Freedman

Student Council/Coordinator – Robert Freedman & Stephen Foster

Ultimate Warriors – Rebekah Solomon

Warrior Nation Fan Club – Daryn Plummer

Yearbook – Howard Gaber

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Academic League......................................................................................................................................3Acceptance for All.....................................................................................................................................3African & Islands United............................................................................................................................3Asian-Awareness.......................................................................................................................................3Captain’s Leadership Council....................................................................................................................3Class of 2014 Student Council..................................................................................................................3Class of 2013............................................................................................................................................3Class of 2012............................................................................................................................................3Class of 2011............................................................................................................................................3Crescent Club............................................................................................................................................3Dance Troupe............................................................................................................................................3DECA (Distributive Education Club of America)........................................................................................3Environmental Club...................................................................................................................................3F.I.R.S.T. Robotics (For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology Robotics).............................3French Club...............................................................................................................................................3FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)..............................................................................................3FEA (Future Educators of America)...........................................................................................................3Gospel Choir..............................................................................................................................................3Guitar Ensemble.......................................................................................................................................3Interact Club.............................................................................................................................................3J.R.O.T.C – COLOR GUARD TEAM...............................................................................................................3J.R.O.T.C – DRILL TEAM.............................................................................................................................3Junior Classical League.............................................................................................................................3Key Club....................................................................................................................................................3Library, After School.................................................................................................................................3Literary Journal..........................................................................................................................................3Madrigals..................................................................................................................................................3Mathematics League.................................................................................................................................3Model Congress.........................................................................................................................................3Model United Nations................................................................................................................................3National Honor Society.............................................................................................................................3Newspaper – Franklin Warrior...................................................................................................................3REBEL (Reaching Everyone by Exposing Lies)..........................................................................................3REEL Video / TV Production.......................................................................................................................3RIME (Raritan’s Introduction of Minorities to Engineering).......................................................................3School Store..............................................................................................................................................3Science League.........................................................................................................................................3Sisters Training for Life.............................................................................................................................3Spanish Club.............................................................................................................................................3Spring Musical...........................................................................................................................................3Stock Market Team...................................................................................................................................3Student Council/Coordinator.....................................................................................................................3Ultimate Warriors......................................................................................................................................3Warrior Nation Fan Club............................................................................................................................3

Yearbook...................................................................................................................................................3

All clubs / activities meet after school unless otherwise noted.

Academic League

Advisor:Sherri Smith-Richardson

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The Academic League’s mission is to offer students the platform to compete against their peers across Somerset County in a weekly challenge that utilizes their high academic knowledge and ability within a team environment that reflects the Franklin High School Team Spirit.

Goals of the Club: To give students the opportunity to learn from each other Enhance their knowledge Develop the ability to respond effectively in a competitive team environment by learning to trust

themselves, their competitive instincts, and their colleagues

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesdays / C101 Admission Criteria for Students:Students must attend weekly meetings to get an understanding of the purpose of the Academic League, the rules of the competitions, and to participate in mock competitions in preparation for actual competitions. Students must be willing to work, study, develop and share their knowledge for the benefit of themselves and the team.

Acceptance for All

Advisor:Nikki Inzano

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: All members of our community have inherent worth and dignity. We believe in safety and support for all, including the freedom to be, the freedom to talk, and the promise of respect.

Goals of the Club: Establishing Franklin High School as a Safe Zone for sexual and other kinds of diversity Develop products and producing events to educate both AFA members and the school community

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / B123 Admission Criteria for Students: Students need to come to the meetings with an open-mind and respect for others. Consistent attendance is necessary to stay in the club.

African & Islands United

Advisor:Fran Bardusco

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: The mission of AIU, Africa and Islands United, is to promote understanding, cultural awareness and harmony with all people, and to encourage interaction and unity among our cultures. Goals of the Club: To foster leadership skills Expand our cultural knowledge through dance, arts, drama, and poetry To perform for the greater community

Meeting Day / Location:Thursdays / C304

Admission Criteria for Students:Only an interest in promoting and recognizing people from Africa, the Caribbean, and North America through dance, assemblies, posters, drama, poetry, and art.

Amnesty International

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Advisor:Julie Tovay-Ryder

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:To undertake research and action focused on preventing and ending grave abuses of the rights to physical and mental integrity, freedom of conscience and expression, freedom from discrimination in the context of work to promote all human rights, as articulated in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.

Goals of the Club: Advocating for human rights violations Motivating people to get involved in participating in global decisions Fostering a sense of a global community Care for those unable to access the same rights we do

Meeting Day / Location:Thursdays / C104

Admission Criteria for Students:None

Asian-Awareness

Advisor:Alka Sharma Philosophy (Mission) Statement: The mission of our club is to promote and encourage diversity throughout our school, while also being able to exhibit our talents in a unique manner. Goals of the Club: Encourage students to participate in the school community Gain confidence through leadership work and helping others Showcase their hidden talent in various events held during the school year

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / B302 Admission Criteria for Students: Commitment, positive attitude, and love for the community.

Captain’s Leadership Council

Advisor:Rebekah Solomon

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The founding mission is: To help captains develop the skills necessary to lead and provide the support needed to build spirit

and sportsmanship on our teams. To foster and promote program wide spirit and encourage camaraderie across specific team lines. To develop effective avenues of communication between the various sectors of the school

community. To develop clear lines between appropriate and inappropriate conduct within the sports programs.

(In accordance with the Athletic Philosophy and our Department Policy). To provide the Athletic Administration with a vehicle to determine the opinion and position of our

student athletes on a wide variety of topics effecting the Department of Athletics.

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Goals of the Club: Serve as an advisory group to the Director of Athletics Members are responsible for communicating with their own teams and with the captains of all

teams to ensure impute form students at all levels

Meeting Day / Time:Meeting days and times vary / Rockwall Room

Admission Criteria for Students:Composed of the varsity captains from each of the fall interscholastic sports teams and will expand to include winter and spring captains as well. Each captain is nominated by their coach and team members.

Class of 2014 Student Council

Advisor:David Rowland

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The class of 2014 Student Council will work with the administration and student body to coordinate and encourage student activities, to fundraise for class events, stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy among students, and encourage social development through participation.

Goals of the Club: Raise funds for the Class of 2014 by developing fundraisers Encourage leadership through service Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students Encourage social development

Meeting Day / Location:Every other Thursday / C119

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers.

Class of 2013

Advisor:Toni McBride

The class of 2013 Student Council will work with the administration and student body to coordinate and encourage student activities, to fundraise for class events, stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy among students, and encourage social development through participation.

Goals of the Club: Raise funds for the Class of 2013 by developing fundraisers Encourage leadership through service Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students Encourage social development

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays as scheduled / C200

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers

Class of 2012

Advisor:Daniel Mayer

The class of 2012 Student Council will work with the administration and student body to coordinate and encourage student activities, to fundraise for class events, stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy among students, and encourage social development through participation.

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Goals of the Club: Raise funds for the Class of 2012 for an outstanding and unforgettable Senior year by developing

fundraisers Encourage leadership through service Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students Encourage social development

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / C100

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers

Class of 2011

Advisor:Kelly Reddin

The class of 2011 Student Council will work with the administration and student body to coordinate and encourage student activities, to fundraise for class events, stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy among students, and encourage social development through participation.

Goals of the Club: Raise funds for the Class of 2011 by developing fundraisers Encourage leadership through service Stimulate and develop good citizenship and democracy amount students Encourage social development

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / C319

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers

Crescent Club

Advisor:Ted Jones

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Help the community and the school understand and become aware of the customs, beliefs, and traditions of the Islamic Religion.

Goals of the Club: To dispel myths and misconceptions about Islam To do charity work for various local and Islamic Organizations To provide an opportunity for Muslims and those interested in Islam to meet and share ideas.

Meeting Day / Time:Wednesdays / B321

Admission Criteria for Students:An interest in learning about Islam

Dance Troupe

Advisor:Aaron Ramos

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: To provide a fun, safe, and challenging environment for the students to learn and enjoy dance, while building self-confidence and self-esteem, and establishing camaraderie through team-building skills. Goals of the Club: To bring out the students’ creative side through choreography

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Give students opportunity to perform and do community services Teach students how to work together and provide a cohesive environment.

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / FHS Dance Room

Admission Criteria for Students: By audition only and students must: Maintain a balance between school and dance; it is important that students succeed both in the

classroom and on the dance floor. This is their responsibility to understand quality time management between school, family, friends, work, and dance troupe commitments.

Punctual attendance: Tardiness and unexcused absences are not tolerated, in the classroom, as well as during dance

troupe commitments.

Be a positive role model to ALL Represent not only themselves, but also their teammates, coach, and Franklin High School.

Must adhere to the Franklin High School Athletic Code of Conduct: No smoking, alcohol, or drug use Good sportsmanship Maintain academic eligibility

DECA (Distributive Education Club of America)

Advisors:Kenneth Trout & Nicole Haynes

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Goals of the Club:This is a vocational, student organization of students in Marketing Education programs that functions through local Chapters and the statewide organization. New Jersey DECA has as its purpose the furthering of the welfare of its members in the following ways: To enable the student to realize the importance of the duties in the Marketing field and to strive to

maintain the standards of the field as a profession. To develop progressive leadership that is competent, assertive, self-reliant, and cooperative in

Marketing Education through the exploration of vocational opportunities in this field. To create an appreciation of and an abiding interest in, chosen occupations as a vocation through

an understanding of the opportunities offered. To promote understanding and appreciation of the responsibilities of citizenship in our free

enterprise system. To encourage the use of high ethical standards in business and industry. To provide for mental and physical health through social and recreational activities. To foster a strong concern for the civic, social, and moral responsibilities of business to society. To foster esteem for vocational education and to further the desire to keep abreast of current

developments in business and industry, through the use of the training facilities they offer, both in school and in adult life.

Meeting Day / Location:Thursdays / B212

Admission Criteria for Students:DECA members can begin their experience as early as the ninth grade by enrolling in a marketing, finance, hospitality, business management or entrepreneurship course. http://www.deca.org/membership/highschool/

Links:

National DECA - www.deca.orgNew Jersey DECA - www.njdeca.org

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Environmental Club

Advisor:Ryan Parker

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Through promoting education and awareness, advocating sustainable development, and initiating environmental programming on the FHS campus, the FHS Environmental Club seeks to establish FHS as an environmentally positive example for the benefit of FHS itself, the greater Somerset community and the world at large.

Goals of the Club: To work for the improvement of the FHS environment by educating students and faculty of their

recycling needs by implementing projects that will affect their way of life at school and in their community.

To create an atmosphere in the FHS hallways to foster environmental awareness. To empower students to take action and work toward building a sound environment ethic. To work closely with the Franklin Township recycling office to implement improved recycling

practices at FHS To leave a legacy of environmental awareness for friends and siblings to follow.

Meeting Day / Time:Wednesdays / B333

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must have and maintain a passing GPA.

F.I.R.S.T. Robotics (For Inspiration & Recognition of Science & Technology Robotics)

Advisors:Jeffrey Goett & Linda Puglio

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: The F.I.R.S.T. Robotics Team exists to introduce students to the real-world problems and problem solving strategies found in the fields of engineering and science. The club seeks not only to develop the student’s understanding of engineering, but also to develop their team work and communication skills.

Goals of the Club: Students will construct a robot and will compete in an annual competition sponsored by the

F.I.R.S.T. organization. Students must learn appropriate technical skills and work together as a team.

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / A201

Admission Criteria for Students: Open to all students

French Club

Advisor:Marie Winter

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:We learn a foreign language to expand our possibility of communication, to get acquainted to another culture, and to be tolerant by understanding the differences that makes us unique.

Goals of the Club: Lean how the French do business Lean about French companies in the US Study “French for Business.” Go to Quebec / Montreal / Europe Go to Metropolitan Museum to visit French collections

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Meeting Day / Time:1st & 3rd Thursday of the month / B114

Admission Criteria for Students:Study French

FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)

Advisors:Ron Richter & Dominic Pettinelli Philosophy (Mission) Statement:To bring business and education together in a positive working relationship through innovative leadership and career development programs.

Goals of the Club: Promote principles of the American free enterprise system Promote good citizenship Promote career awareness.

Meeting Day / Time:Second Thursday of each month / A207

Admission Criteria for Students:Open to all students; $10 dues

FEA (Future Educators of America)

Advisor:Linda Horowitz

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:To provide students the opportunity of excursions to observe and teach in different grade levels at the local schools in this district.

Goals of the Club: Write lesson plans Teach elementary school children Charity work through collections of food and/or clothing.

Meeting Day / Time:Wednesdays every other week / B200

Admission Criteria for Students:Open to students who have an interest in an Education Career.

Gospel Choir

Advisor:Timothy Walton Philosophy (Mission) Statement: To provide an enlightening experience through the practice and performance of Gospel Music to any student who wishes to learn about the historical and cultural experience of the Traditional and Contemporary African American Art Song. Goals of the Club: Enhance community relations through the performance of Traditional and Contemporary Sacred

Music

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesdays 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm / F109

Admission Criteria for Students:Open to FHS Students by placement audition

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Guitar EnsembleAdvisor:Roger Spinella Philosophy (Mission) Statement: As a performing ensemble, students gain musical and technical knowledge about guitar literature. Participation provides opportunities for service within the school and community. Goals of the Club: Emphasis on preparation and performance of Guitar Ensemble literature Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm / F113 Admission Criteria for Students: Students must be enrolled in a Guitar 2 or higher method class.

Interact Club

Advisor:David Whitman

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The mission of the Rotary International is to provide service to others, promote integrity, and advance world understanding, goodwill and peace through its fellowship of business, professional, and community leaders.

Goals of the Club: Students get involved in various community service and philanthropic opportunities both local and

international

Meeting Day / Location:Every other Wednesday / C114

Admission Criteria for Students:Open to all active FHS Students

J.R.O.T.C – COLOR GUARD TEAMAdvisor:MAJ Vazquez

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The purpose of the Color Guard is to present the Nation’s Colors with honor, pride, and dignity while maintaining a highly trained and disciplined appearance through the use of our bodies, rifles, and colors.

Goals of the Club: Build team work, confidence, discipline, alertness, attention to detail, Espirit de Corps, and Pride. Instill habits of precision and response to leader’s orders and provides the participant the

opportunity to practice commanding and directing. Aid in disciplinary training by instilling habits of precision and response to leader’s orders. Develop leadership skills and abilities necessary to become effective leaders. Be consistent. Show respect and care about the well being of their peers and subordinates. Follow regulations precisely, as an example for others to follow. Provide feedback or on the spot corrections when mistakes are noted.

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays / B128

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must be enrolled in the JROTC program and have prior drill experience.

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J.R.O.T.C – DRILL TEAMAdvisor:MAJ Vazquez

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:To provide a means through drill training and drill competitions, of enhancing the moral of the corps of cadets, developing the spirit of cohesion, and presenting traditional and well executed military style ceremonies / events.

Goals of the Club: Build team work, confidence, discipline, alertness, attention to detail, Espirit de Corps, and Pride. Instill habits of precision and response to leader’s orders and provides the participant the

opportunity to practice commanding and directing. Aid in disciplinary training by instilling habits of precision and response to leader’s orders. Develop leadership skills and abilities necessary to become effective leaders in drill as well as in

many other situations. Be consistent. Show respect and care about the well being of their peers and subordinates. Follow regulations precisely, as an example for others to follow. Provide feedback or on the spot corrections when mistakes are noted.

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesdays and Thursdays / B128

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must be enrolled in the JROTC program.

Junior Classical League

Advisor:Jennifer Jones

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Gain appreciation and understanding of civilization of ancient Rome, thereby better enabling us to interpret our world today; provide a sound basis for expansion of our horizons and perspectives, intellectually and socially; create in others a sense of awareness, interest, and appreciation for the value of classics.

Goals of the Club: To increase participation in both our state and national conventions this year

Meeting Day / Location:Thursdays / B119 Admission Criteria for Students:Students do not need to take Latin, but simply have an interest and love of the classics (dues are $5 for national organization)

Key Club

Advisor:Karen Alifano

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Core values: caring, character building, inclusiveness and leadership.

Goals of the Club: Develop initiative and leadership Provide experience in living and working together Serve the school and community Cooperate with school administration Prepare for useful citizenship

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesdays / Cafeteria

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Admission Criteria for Students:Must be involved in one service project, fundraiser or “drive” per month

Library, After SchoolAdvisors:Kaye Albrecht & Linda Porter

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: Our mission is to provide students with access to technology, print materials, as well as to personally assist students in the development and completion of various projects. It is also our intention to provide students with various reading material and to encourage them to read for enjoyment.

Goals of the Club: Provide our FHS students access to technology and print materials to assist them in completing

projects, completing homework assignments, as well as pursuing personal interests.

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday / Library Admission Criteria for Students:Students must have a Library Pass stating what the student is to be working on.

Literary Journal

Advisor:Aja Clark

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: Literary Club encourages students to express themselves through poetry, short-stories, and spoken word. Literature can therapeutic and uplifting; students who participate in the Literary Club learn a sense of self and others. Goals of the Club: Literary Club publishes a journal titled Epiphany Hosts an Annual Open Mic Night where the student body can display literary talent

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesday / C316

Madrigals

Advisor:Betty DeMonic

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The Madrigal Singers serve as Good Will Ambassadors for Franklin High School.

Goals of the Club: To sing music of the Renaissance Period To reach out to our community and others to show the best of Franklin High School as we perform

for others

Meeting Day / Location:Mondays 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm / FHS Choral Room

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must be in Concert Choir, and must pass an audition in order to be invited to join this group.

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Mathematics League

Advisor:Lauren Phillips

Philosophy (Mission) Statements:Create, develop, and maintain a more desirable interest in the study and enjoyment of mathematics, improve student skills in problem solving, and to provide an opportunity for students to compete in mathematics at a high level with students from other high schools.

Goals of the Club: To increase interest and enjoyment in high level math competitions To increase their problem solving strategies in order to score well and participate in the American

Regions Math League National Competition Provide a comfortable environment where students are willing to interact with one another and

help each other succeed in mathematics.

Meeting Day / Time:Meetings once a month / B200Competitions once a month at participating high schools 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must have dedication and participating in the majority of the meets throughout the year.

Model Congress

Advisor:Louis Guglielmo

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: To teach global awareness and help develop our students into 21st century learners/citizens. Additionally, to help students understand the inner workings of Congress. Goals of the Club: To replicate the structure and procedures of the United States Congress. Meeting Day / Location:Wednesday nights 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm / FHS Cafeteria, Room C-105 as needed Admission Criteria for Students: None

Model United Nations

Advisors:Louis Guglielmo & Stephen Foster

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: To teach global awareness and help develop our students into 21st century learners/citizens. Goals of the Club: To replicate the structure and procedures of the United Nations. Meeting Day / Location:Wednesday nights 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm / FHS Cafeteria, Room C-105 as needed

Admission Criteria for Students: None

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National Honor Society

Advisor:Julie Tovay-Ryder

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Our Chapter is part of the National Honor Society of Secondary Schools. The purpose is to recognize scholarship, to offer service to the school and to our local community, to promote leadership, and to develop character. Membership is an honor bestowed upon a qualified student. Selection is based on academic average, character, leadership and service.

Goals of the Club: Selected students are obligated to continue to demonstrate these qualities and to serve as positive

role models for the school community.

Meeting Day / Time:Wednesdays twice monthly / Library

Admission Criteria for Students:Students are invited to join based on their scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

Newspaper – Franklin Warrior

Advisor:Peter DiMarco

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Our mission is to serve the FHS community by covering events in our school and community with honesty, accuracy and professionalism, all while learning about the profession of journalism in a fun, dynamic environment

Goals of the Club: Our goal is to represent the FHS community with fairness and pride, and keep students, parents,

staff and the community informed of the best FHS has to offer.

Meeting Day / Location:Select Tuesdays and in on-line shared space / C220

Admission Criteria for Students: Open to FHS students with something to contribute

REBEL (Reaching Everyone by Exposing Lies)

Advisor:Stacy Hale

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: NJ REBEL was created to fight against the tobacco industry’s marketing tactics and against tobacco executives who target teens to get them to buy their products. Therefore, FHS REBEL Chapter mission is to reach out to every student in the Franklin Township School District so we can promote healthy lifestyle decisions and to change community norms regarding tobacco use. Goals of the Club: Educate and expose the dangers of tobacco, decrease teen tobacco use Promote community awareness on the dangers of tobacco Develop a comprehensive tobacco free program in the schools.

Meeting Day / Location:Twice per month / FHS Cafeteria Admission Criteria for Students: Completed Registration Form

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REEL Video / TV Production

Advisor:Michael Pinnix

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:Reel Video Club provides opportunities for students to express their ideas and creativity through video production. Students will have the opportunity to showcase their on-camera talents as well as their production techniques including directing shooting and editing.

Goals of the Club: Students will have the opportunity to produce programming for WANT TV, Channel 14, 2011

Device Drama and The Aspects of Video Awards. Students will have the option to create and produce music videos, short films, commercials, and

public service announcements. Students will be able to fundraise by hosting TV marathons, film festivals and by selling student

videos including Promenade, Video Yearbook, FBLA Fashion Show and the AVAs. Students will be exposed to guest speakers from the television industry and will be taught the

latest techniques in video production. Students can seize the opportunity to work with advanced technology in video production and

produce professional video reels for colleges and universities.

Meeting Day / Time:Wednesdays / Studio C130

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must have video production experience or have taken Aspects of Video Production I & II or Acting for Film and Television.

RIME (Raritan’s Introduction of Minorities to Engineering)

Advisors:Ammon Barksdale & Michelle Hauser

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:A partnership between Franklin High School, Colgate, and DuPont Corporations with the charge to introduce, model, and provide practical experience to minorities to engineering within the workplace.

Goals of the Club: To introduce and immerse under represented minorities to engineering and related sciences as it

relates to Corporate America.

Meeting Day / Location:First and Third Wednesday of Month / B126

Admission Criteria for Students:Open to all active FHS Students

School Store

Advisor:Ron Richter

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The club will give students the experience of running a business in a real world setting and to learn the various aspects of business

Goals of the Club: The club will give students the experience of running a business in a real world setting and to learn

the various aspects of business.

Meeting Day / LocationTwice a week days will vary / School Store

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Admission Criteria for Students:Students who wish to participate and can stay after school two days a week to run the school store.

Science League

Advisor:David Seidorf

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:A competitive organization which offers competitive science exams that allow competition between different students and schools within the state.

Goals of the Club: To develop teams in Biology I & II, and Chemistry I & II that will allow Franklin to be strong

competitors.

Meeting Day / Location:1st Thursday of every month / C333

Admission Criteria for Students:Students are recommended by current science teachers

Sisters Training for Life

Advisor:Aja Clark

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: Sisters’ Training for Life (STFL) is a support group that provides guidance, advice, and assistance for young ladies. While STFL is committed to cultivating young ladies spiritual and emotional growth, we also seek to empower, enlighten, and improve their quality of life – values we believe are central to achieving and accomplishing success in life.

Goals of the Club: Encourage healthy relationship among girls Encourage girls to make and reach goals Expose girls to different facets of culture

Meeting Day / Location:Thursday / C316 Admission Criteria for Students: Open to all female FHS active students

Spanish Club

Advisors:Max Cuevas & Nathaly Bracamonte

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:To educate the Franklin High School student body about the Latino culture. Motivate members to believe in their abilities and develop leadership skills by fostering a culture of mentorship and service.

Goals of the Club: Students will serve at least 15 hours of community service Students will be more educated about what it takes to get admitted into institutions of higher

education Students will have developed a resume and personal statements by the end of the academic year

Meeting Day / Location:Wednesdays twice monthly / B101 or B103

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Spring Musical

Advisor:Betty DeMonic

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: The Spring Musical provides a full scale Musical Theater experience for the students of FHS, and serves as a showcase of the best we have to offer to the school and the community.

Goals of the Club: Students learn about Musical Theater by doing a full production and to offer the best of Franklin

High to all those who come to see the performances. Meeting Day / LocationJanuary through April, times and dates vary / FHS Choral Room or Stage Admission Criteria for Students: Audition and/or interview

Stock Market Team

Advisor:Robert Freedman

Philosophy (Mission) StatementTo learn about the Stock Market and gain an understanding of economics

Goals of the Club: Students will gain knowledge in economic education and team work

Meeting Day / Location:Meeting days vary as posted on teacher page / Library

Admission Criteria for Students:Sign up in September and January

Student Council/Coordinator

Advisors:Robert Freedman & Stephen Foster

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:To foster school spirit and leadership.

Goals of the Club: Raise the most money possible for our yearly state charity Plan meaningful fun student activities Fund/run leadership and diversity conferences.

Meeting Days / Locations:Every other Thursdays / C123

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must maintain and practice good citizenship and be role models for their peers

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Ultimate Warriors

Advisor:Rebekah Solomon

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:A community service organization whose focus is to challenge each member to show their true Warrior, provide the tools and platform necessary to increase each member’s compassion for others, commitment to our community and to help them develop the courage needed to act on their beliefs, without compromising integrity and individuality.

Goals of the Clubs Stress the total development of each child, morally, intellectually, socially emotionally, physically

and to reflect Warrior Pride through community service.

Meeting Day / Location:Meetings Day and time vary / Rockwall Room

Admission Criteria for Students:Students must be a sophomore or junior warrior participating in a sport at FHS. They must have a passing average and must be successfully progressing during the current term.

Warrior Nation Fan Club

Advisor:Daryn Plummer

Philosophy (Mission) Statement: To create and expand school spirit To provide an extra-curricular outlet for sports fans of FHS To enhance the sports environment of FHS To encourage our student-athletes during their competitive seasons

Goals of the Club: Be present at all home athletic events Develop themes and sub groups for each sport during winter season Promote FHS, Warrior Nation and community with a responsible and professional code of conduct Work in conjunction with other school clubs/organizations to enhance projected programs Fundraise to generate funds for projected programs

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesdays / C118

Admission Criteria for Students: All members of Warrior nation must follow Code of Conduct outlined by the Athletic Department Any Warrior nation member that has received cause for suspension will be removed

Yearbook

Advisor:Howard Gaber

Philosophy (Mission) Statement:The FHS Yearbook has been the premier opportunity for students to assemble their own scrapbook, highlighting all of the events, that make FHS the elite school that it is. It is with this philosophy that we continue to create great memories and outstanding pictures of the year that was.

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Goals of the Club: The book is separated into the sections. Each section is comprised of several pages, whose layout

and text are carefully written to fit the spirit of the school. Professional and amateur photographers, along with students, supply all of the pictures that go

into the book as well as hand crafted artwork in certain places. Often used as the last memory of high school, the tradition of the Warriors will be forever

remembered in the Shield.

Meeting Day / Location:Tuesdays / C212

Admission Criteria for Students:Open to all active FHS Students

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