Programs/Clubs
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- Academic Team
- Act One
- Art Club
- Book Club
- Chess Club
- Speech and Debate Team
- Future Educators Association
- Gate City Singers
- HOSA
- Human Rights
- IDFY
- Junior Civitan
- National Honors Society
- Student Government
Academic Team
| Academic Team is a competitive science quiz bowl team. We compete against other schools from Eastern Idaho in March. The questions are all science and math questions, but all levels of science are represented. |
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If you enjoy trivia and science this is the club for you! Purpose: Academic gain and teamwork Schedule: TBA, will start middle of second trimester with competitions third trimester. President: Advisor: Mr. John Eckert |
| General Information: Working as a team, participants answer quiz bowl questions about math and science topics against teams from other high schools. Students that enjoy trivia and are interested in Math and Science should see Mr. Eckert in room 009 for more information |
Act One
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Act One is the theatre club at Pocatello High School. We perform 4 different shows through out the year: The first is the fall show, this is an intimate theatre experience. The second is a musical which is put on by PHS Act One and the PHS Senior Choir, this is a full proscenium show. The third is a One Act Play that is prepared and performed by the 3rd trimester Production Drama Class and is performed at the ISU One Act Festival. The fourth and final show is a good old fashioned melodrama, this is a thrust stage performance. In addition to the four shows, we also compete in the District and state level drama competitions which are sponsored by the Idaho High School Activities Association. Joining Act One presents an individual with not only the opportunity to be on stage, but also with the opportunities to work backstage, to build and paint set, and to participate in other technical areas of productions. |
| Advisor: Mr. Contor |
Art Club
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Art Club is an opportunity for students to explore art outside of art classes. Students do not need to be enrolled in an art class to participate and may join the club at anytime. Students determine what types of activities they would like do. A few past projects have included painting murals, making cards, creating mixed media art. Regular meetings are during lunch on the second and 4th Friday of the month, with extra meeting before or after school depending on current projects. Everyone is welcome and there are opportunities for all levels of expertise. |
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Advisors Ms. Jen Vanwasshenova |
Book Club
| Love to read? The PHS Book Club is the perfect place to do that, and meet other 'bibliophiles.' Club members select books and activities together while sharing experiences in a positive library environment. Those who join should have a reading desire, and be willing to discuss books and try ones from new categories. Book Club meets 1-2 times a month, typically on Fridays at lunchtime. We would love to have you join! |
| Advisor: Ms. Wortley |
Chess Club
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Pocatello High School's Chess Club is an opportunity for any PHS student to have fun playing chess while improving skills. The club meets weekly on Wednesdays at lunchtime in the PHS Media Center. Because club members of all grades and abilities are welcome, the students get to play opponents with a variety of skill levels. More experienced players often help less experienced players improve. The goal is for all the club members to become stronger players. In addition, periodically there are guest players from ISU who will play any student and provide tips and feedback to improve skills. Information on local tournaments are provided. Participation in tournaments is encouraged, not required. We hope to see you there! |
| Advisor: Mr. Otterstein |
Speech and Debate Team
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Competitive Speech and Debate is an extracurricular program that provides students the opportunity to test their speaking skills at a competitive level. We are members of the District, State and National Speech and Debate Association. The Association is an Honor Society for students interested in developing their speaking and critical listening skills. The class course work will fulfill the required speech/communication credit for graduation. By enrolling in the class , students become members of the PHS Competitive Debate and Speech Team. Members of the team participate and compete at invitational, district, state and national tournaments throughout the year. |
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Advisor: Mrs. Marcy Curr Website: https://sites.google.com/view/phscurr/debate-and-speech-team |
Future Educators Association
| This is a place for students interested in teaching, coaching, administration--any career dealing with education at any level. The club is supported by the College of Education at Idaho State University. We meet twice a month -- once for a lunch time meeting and once for an activity. These activities include job shadowing, working with kids, touring ISU, tie dying, rock climbing, service, fund raising, teacher appreciation and such. |
| Advisor: Mrs. Dawnae Kirkham |
Gate City Singers
| Gate City Singers is a select ensemble of dedicated performers. They are chosen through an open audition which we hold early in May. Anyone who is a member of Senior Choir may also audition for the Gate City Singers. We meet most days at 7am. At certain times of the year, we meet at 6:30am. We perform a wide variety of music, including a choreographed revue in the spring. The Holiday season is particularly busy with many performances around the community. During Spring Break, we travel with Senior Choir on the annual choir tour. Recent tours have included San Diego, Canada, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. This year, we are travelling to the Seattle area. |
| Advisor: Mr. John Grayson |
HOSA
| HOSA is a national student organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education and the Health Science Education (HSE) Division of ACTE. HOSA's two-fold mission is to promote career opportunities in the health care industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. |
| Advisors: Mr. Mark Brood |
Human Rights
IDFY
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More than a program for teens, IDFY is a way of life a place for young people to be fully embraced free of labels and stereotypes. With a healthy dose of inspiration, acceptance, and connection, IDFY challenges Idaho teens to embrace a healthy lifestyle and become leaders who actively seek to positively impact their schools, communities, and all of Idaho. More than a program for teens, IDFY is a way of life—a place for young people to be fully embraced free of labels and stereotypes. With a healthy dose of inspiration, acceptance, and connection, IDFY challenges Idaho teens to embrace a healthy lifestyle and become leaders who actively seek to positively impact their schools, communities, and all of Idaho. POSITIVE PEER PRESSURE IDFY is based on changing behavior by helping teens obtain what they care about and, quite frankly, need, which is respect and acceptance from their peers. It is a place where teens can hear from other teens not only “why” but also “how” they refrain from using drugs & alcohol. |
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Our Mission |
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Empowering youth to lead happy and healthy lives. |
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What We Value |
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| Advisor: Mr. Eric Rude |
Junior Civitan
| Junior Civitan club is a branch of Civitan International. We are a philanthropic community club, meaning that we do service work throughout the community in which we live. Some activities include volunteering at the food bank, Boo at the Zoo, Stone Soup, Urban Invasion, Relay for Life, Nathan's Army and renovation of the veterans home . |
| Advisor: Mr. George Asboe |
National Honors Society
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The National Honor Society (NHS) elevates a school’s commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. These four pillars have been associated with membership in the organization since its inception in 1921. Learn more about these four pillars of membership here. Today, it is estimated that more than one million students participate in NHS activities. NHS chapters are found in all 50 states, US Territories, Canada, and around the world. Chapter membership not only recognizes students for their accomplishments, but challenges them to develop further through active involvement in school activities and community service. As such, NHS chapters and students are in schools that care not only about student achievement, but also community engagement. NHS students and their peers volunteer in their communities at the highest rates and make connecting with and serving within the community a priority. The average chapter contributes:
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| Advisor: Mrs. Miller |