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There's always something happening at Prospect High School!
Students can meet new friends, learn new skills, stay physically healthy, and get involved in their school community. Activities are both seasonal and ongoing throughout the school year. Additionally, students are more likely to engage in healthy behaviors and succeed academically when they feel connected to the school.
Many of the most rewarding and memorable experiences students have come from involvement in co-curricular activities. Prospect High School offers a wide variety of such opportunities through our various clubs and organizations. Our co-curricular programs promote confidence, teamwork, greater academic success, and responsible social behavior.
There is an activity for every Prospect student who chooses to become involved. Some groups have a history within our school, while other clubs have been formed more recently to meet the changing interests of students. Faculty and staff encourage Prospect students to get involved and participate in any of several organizations of interest. Your high school years will pass extremely fast, however, friendships you develop and memories you make will last a lifetime. Get involved and make your high school years memorable, both for yourself and the many lives you will touch!
Academic - Competitive
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Academic/Scholastic Bowl
Scholastic Bowl is an interscholastic, competitive, IHSA academic activity for which players attend practices and then a team of 5 players represent their school at varsity tournaments in a fun competitive atmosphere.
Sponsor: Devin Schaffer
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Bass Fishing Club
Bass Fishing is open to all students is through January-June. We learn about fishing techniques and equipment while building friendship and team work between of our students. As part of an IHSA activity, we participate in 6 weekend competitions during the season. Through participation with other students and staff, our students are forming meaningful connections with peers, gain self-confidence and self-esteem.
● Sponsors: Tim Schaap, James Hamann
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Chess Team
Chess Club is for students who are interested in the chess to learn the game and develop strategic playing skills. Students who participate will develop these skills will improve their level of play. Join the club to play for fun and/or to play competitively in the Mid Suburban League. The team competes towards participation at the IHSA State Tournament held in February.
Sponsor: Matt Love
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Competitive Coding
USACO is a national competitive computing organization where students bring their programming and algorithmic thinking ability to the next level. Our main mission includes preparing for the national USACO meets held in December, January, and February. Students will sharpen their skills, tackle exciting coding problems, and take their programming journey to the next level!
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Debate
In Congressional Debate students simulate the work of the US Congress. As a team, students write and research legislation, work on committees, debate bills and resolutions and learn the art of politics. The team competes in several IHSA competitions during the year against other schools.
Sponsor: Adam Levinson
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DECA
DECA is an international organization that prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, merchandising, hospitality and management. Students choose a business sector and compete in academic exams, role plays, virtual challenges and/or presentations. DECA students have the opportunity to network with students and business leaders from all the state and learn the skills necessary to compete at, state and national levels.
Sponsor: Andrea Izenstark , Chad Froeschle
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Esport Knights
Provides an organized high school level Esports team, in a comfortable environment with healthy competition. Esports Knights is a varsity and junior varsity level sport which is quickly spreading throughout high schools across the nation. College scholarships are abundant and growing.
Sponsors: Jack Hoffman
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FCCLA
FCCLA is national career and technical student organization that promotes personal growth and leadership development through Family and Consumer Sciences education. Focusing on the multiple roles of family member, wage earner and community leader, members develop skills for life through: character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and career preparation. FCCLA works on various meets throughout the year, works on various projects and usually 3 competitions a year.
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Law Team
Law Team consists of Sophomore, Junior and Senior students who are interested in the Law Pathway. We begin in early November reviewing the released criminal or civil case to then prepare to compete against other high school law teams in mock trials. Competitions are held in January, February and March.Sponsors: Mr. Heilman, Mr. Kaminsky -
Robot Rumble
Robot Rumble offers students who enjoy math, science and engineering an opportunity to work with others to research, design and fabricate robots. The team will compete against other schools in Robot Rumbles.
Sponsors: Tim Schaap
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Speech/Acting Team
Speech Team allows its members to make connections and develop 21st century communication skills through public speaking and acting. Practices and IHSA competitions are held throughout the year.
Sponsors: Michael Piccoli, Jeremy Morton,
Academic - Noncompetitive
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Art Club
Art Club brings students together through art. Students choose activities both inside and outside of the regular art class curriculum, based on the interests of the current group. Sometimes we practice traditional art methods such as drawing, painting and sculpture, and some weeks that activities are more contemporary, such as tie-dye, Shrinky Dinks and metal stamping.
Sponsor: Li Christofferson
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Asian Student Association
The Asian Student Association aims to create a friendly and supportive environment where Prospect students who identify as Asian-American can connect and share unique cultural experiences. Our main goal is to build a strong and connected community and provide opportunities to take part in cultural traditions, activities, holidays, and more.Sponsor: Cindy Pak -
Associated Student Body (ASB)
Associated Student Body, or ASB, is Prospect High School's student government with the mission to "make moments matter." We are one group with five sub groups for students to get involved in depending on their passion and interests; event planning, public relations, service, character development, and spirit.
● Sponsor: Jenna Sandstead, Danielle Luka
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Baile Latino
Baile Latino aims to promote cultural awareness and appreciation of Latin dance styles among students. The club provides a welcoming environment for students to learn and practice various Latin dances, such as salsa, bachata, merengue, and more. Through dance, Latino Baile fosters teamwork, confidence, and a deeper understanding of Latin heritage. Latino Baile seeks to enhance the school community by celebrating diversity and offering a creative outlet for students.
Sponsor: Jazmin Hernandez
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Barbell Club
The Prospect Barbell Club aims to get any student interested in strength sports and lifelong physical activity through weight lifting involved here at PHS. Students will be given the opportunity to learn about the sports of powerlifting and weightlifting and their rules, etiquette, and technique associated with each sport, as well as, given a community of like-minded students to train alongside. This club is open to any student who is interested in either sport or simply being around an environment that encourages physical activity through lifting weights.
Sponsor: Brad Jenisch
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Best Friends Club
Best Friends Club builds friendships between ALL of our students while improving the quality of life and level of inclusion for a population that is often isolated and excluded. Through their participation, our students are forming meaningful connections with their peers, gain self-confidence and self-esteem, and share interests, experiences and activities with their peers and staff. Monthly events and outings such as bowling, pumpkin decorating, Movie Night are planned.
Sponsors:Kathleen Rafferty
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Board Game Club
Board Game Club (Michael Higdon)
The world of board games extends beyond Monopoly, Risk, and Checkers. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or have only ever played Tic-Tac-Toe, join the Board Game Club to meet new people, learn and teach exciting games, and hone your strategic mind while forging friendships. You’ll enhance your interpersonal skills and capacity for critical thinking in a welcoming environment that we will build together. Embrace the thrill of victory and the bittersweetness of defeat. Bring an open mind and a hunger for adventure—we'll handle the rest. Many games will be provided. Check out the weekly activity calendar posted in announcements to see when and where the club will meet.
Sponsor: Michael Higdon
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Book Bites
Books Bites is a friendly and accepting social group of readers who discuss a variety of books and topics. All students are welcome. Book Bites meets twice a month after school on Tuesdays in the KLC. We look forward to meeting you and hearing about your favorite books!
Sponsor: Ms. Sylvester
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Cartoon Club
Cartoon Club members view, discuss, and create cartoons. We have a particular emphasis on classic cartoons but are open to anime and modern works as well.
Sponsor: John Meyers
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Computer Science Club
COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB (Paul Hennig)
Providing an environment for students to explore programming and program development, teaching code while allowing for group interaction. Casually explore the computer science side of the career pathways. CSC will provide chances to interact with code and see it in action. Check out the weekly activity calendar posted in announcements for meeting times and locations.
Sponsor: Paul Hennig
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Digital Art Club
Meet with students who are interested in instruction, tips and experience in Digital Art (Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, etc). Also, learn new techniques of art software, participate in discussions on digital art in the "real world", critiques and collaboration of personal artwork.
Meet twice a month after school. Check out the weekly activity calendar posted in announcements.
Sponsor: Thomas Bacon
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Disc Golf Club
The Prospect Disc Golf Club provides students with the opportunity to learn, practice, and enjoy the sport of disc golf in a fun, supportive environment. Members meet once every two weeks on campus, weather permitting, to play rounds, develop their throwing skills, and learn the rules and strategies of the game. The club is open to players of all experience levels, promoting teamwork, outdoor activity, and sportsmanship.
Sponsor: Kacper Zyra
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Dungeons & Dragons
The Dungeons & Dragons Club gives students an opportunity to practice problem-solving, leadership, and develop SEL skills through the course of a role playing game.
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Eastern European Club
Eastern European Club is a club created to support Prospect’s Eastern European student population. Students from all Easten European countries are welcome to join us, as well as students who want to learn more about Eastern European culture.Contacts: -
Ebony Club
Ebony Club focuses on African American culture, history, and community service. The meetings promote cultural awareness and the connection between African American and other world cultures. Discussions also include current events, social skills needed for success, and college admission information. In February, the club produces a number of African American History Month events. The purpose of the Ebony Club is to explore, reinforce, and celebrate the African American heritage, culture and historical contributions. The club is open to all Prospect students who are interested in learning more about the history, traditions, and customs of African Americans.
Sponsors: Timothy Franklin, Edward Cleveland
Class Related Activities
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Journalism / Multimedia Communications
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Newspaper
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Yearbook
Performing Groups
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Acappella Group
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Band Auxiliary
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Drama / Theater Tech Crew
Drama Jeremy Morton
Theater Tech Crew Thomas Ringrose
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Jazz Band
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Madrigal Singers, Vocal Jazz
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Marching Band / Color Guard
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Musical
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Orchesis
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Orchestra
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Poms/Dance