A.A.S.U. (African American Student Union)
The African American Student Union (AASU) is an educational, cultural, civic, social, and community service organization. The mission of AASU is to enhance the experience and address the needs of African American students, give them voice, and create a safe space to promote friendship and solidarity, while bridging gaps between all students on campus and in the community.
The purpose is:
To positively represent African American Students in civic & social matters.
To serve as a gateway for African American students to learn about educational options and Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCU).
To take active measures in fostering an enriching environment for students attending Clovis West High School.
To actively participate in events on and off campus that provide enrichment and enlightenment to the precarious environments of our students.
Advisor: Monique McCoy
Room: S Building Cluster Office
Academic Decathlon
Ten-subject academic competition that competes at the county and state level.
Advisor: Katy Merrill
Room: P12
Always Stay Strong
To provide a safe, comfortable environment for persons who are battling mental illness and to raise awareness.
(A. Reigstad – P15)
Caring Caps
To develop a skill in loom-knitting that will lead to further life skills. To give back to the world, especially poverty stricken countries. (H. Bonds – J8)
Ceramics
To support local and national ceramic competitions and to cultivate appreciation of the ceramic arts.
Advisor: Barbara Sather
Room: C19
Chinese Club
To introduce Chinese culture and value, and to generate interest in learning the Chinese language.
Advisor: Lili Wong
Room: P9
Chinese Chess and Go
To broaden students perspective on board games. To provide interesting and fun activities on school ground, To encourage students to think.
Advisor: Lili Tsai-Wong
Room: P9
Cultural Arts
Expand each other’s cultural horizon and share traditions. (O’Neill – S13)
Educators Rising
To start an education pathway for kids who want to go intoteaching.
Advisor: Katie Harding
Room: C4
Environmental Club
Campus/community service club to promote recycling campus-wide, campus beautification, and the San Joaquin River restoration projects.
Advisor: Todd Kennedy
Room: E5
Faith Club
Mission Statement: Our goal is that Clovis West students may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. (adapted from Colossians 2:2-3)
Purpose: To provide spiritual encouragement and growth opportunities through Bible study, prayer, Christian fellowship, selfless service and personal evangelism.
Faith Club meets every Friday at lunch. Students are able to join in activities any time throughout the year.
Advisors: Ted Hawkins and Lori Hurley
Room: P10
F.C.A.
(Fellowship of Christian Athletes): To allow coaches, athletes, and students the opportunity to meet and share spiritual values.
Advisor: Brett Gillen
Room: C3
FIDM Fashion Club
Members to express their passion for art, design, and fashion and provide information of FIDM scholarships and opportunities.
Advisor: Tracey Fowlkes
Meeting time: Career Center in the A building
French Club
Aimed to expand one’s cultural and language experiences with French.
Advisor: Cherly Zahlis
Room: P18
Friends of Rachel
To have a positive impact on your school ans community
Advisor: Lori Hurley
Room: E3
Hip Hop Club
For students interested in hip-hop dance culture.
Advisor: Monique McCoy
Meeting time: S Building Cluster Office
History Day
Mission: NHD Club members plan, coordinate, and conduct an annual History Day showcase for Clovis West Area feeder schools in order to develop and increasing appreciation for history and strengthen academic and intellectual skills in participants. NHD Club members will also support and compete in NHD contests for their own development and intellectual glory.
National History Day (NHD) involves students in conducting original research on historical topics of interest. These research-based projects are entered into contests at the Fresno County and California State levels, where the top student projects have the opportunity to advance to the National Contest at the University of Maryland. In addition to facilitating the discovery of the past, NHD also helps students develop the following attributes that are critical for future success:
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills,
- Research and reading skills,
- Oral and written communication and presentation skills,
- Self-esteem and confidence, and
- A sense of responsibility for and involvement in the democratic process.
Advisor: Ted Hawkins
Room: P10
Hmong Club
To inform the students of Clovis West about the ways and traditions of the Asian people and their language.
Advisor: Scwa Yang
Room: Soar Office A building
Improv Club
To build teamwork, creativity and acting skills.
Advisor: Sandra Hahn
Room: B3 / B7
Interact Club
Participates in fun and meaningful service projects that help people. Self-governing, interactive, and Rotary-sponsored, the club fosters friendships, leadership, and self-reliance. Opportunities include scholarships, leadership camp, youth exchange, and volunteering. (J. Bustos – P21)
Invisible Children's Club
Invisible Children, Inc. is a National organization founded in 2004 to increase awareness of the activities of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA) in Central Africa. Specifically, the group seeks to put an end to the practices of the LRA which include abductions and abuse of children, and forcing them to serve as soldiers.
Invisible Children also operates as a charitable organization, soliciting donations and selling merchandise to raise money for its cause.
Advisor: Monique McCoy
Room: S Building Cluster Office
Japanese Club
Promote Japanese culture by furthering knowledge and interest in Japanese culture.
Advisor: Lili Wong
Room: P9
Jazz Listening & Appreciation
Exposing people to the vast world of Jazz and improvised music. (B. Chesi – Band)
Jr. Larcs
Members aide Ladies’ Larcs with their two major fund raisers for mentally disabled citizens, and attend and aide Special Olympians during their Special Olympics meets.
Advisor: Scott Torosian
Room: P3
Key Club
Helps community create better awareness of common problems to all students.
Advisor: C. Torres
Room: S4
Korean Club
Promote Korean culture and customs and educating students about Korean history.
Advisor: Lili Wong
Room: P9
Legion of Helpers
To bring students together in a positive manner so that we may help the community and perform volunteer work.
Advisor: Denise DenHartog
Room: S11
L.E.O. Club
LEO members acquire skills as project organizers and motivators of their peers.
Advisor: Kassaundra Messick
Room: E1
Life Teen Club
A Catholic student organization, meets Tuesdays at lunch for fellowship and growth.
Advisor: Ruth Anderson
Room: C10
MECHA
M.E.Ch.A. (Moviemiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan)
Movimiento Estudiantil Chicano de Aztlan (M.E.Ch.A.) is a student organization that promotes higher education, culture and history. M.E.Ch.A. was founded on the principles of self-determination for the liberation of all people. The purpose of M.E.Ch.A. is to promote the advancement of Chicanos in higher education and develop unity among Chicano students. The goals are to promote Chicano culture and values, to attempt to solve problems encountered by Chicanos, to develop pride and self-determination in the Chicano student community and develop a strong bond within our community and outside community. M.E.Ch.A. is open to any Clovis West High School student that is willing to volunteer and help our community.
Advisor: Richard Delgado
Room: Soar Office in the A Building
Natural Beauty
To bring groups of students together using Natural Beauty techniques and by promoting Self-Esteem.
Advisor: Monique McCoy
Room: S Building Cluster Office
Outdoor Adventure Club
Advisor: Jennifer Oren
Room: E2
Robotics
To increase exposure for students to various technologies in a fun but competitive setting by designing, constructing and running robots in competitions. (Lambert – L.D. in the S building)
Skills USA / Auto
For students interested in technical careers or innovations that are taking place in industry and technology. Drafting, woodworking, automotive manufacturing, welding, and computers.
Advisor: Michael Miller
Room: N1
Spanish Club
To promote the spanish language, to provide experiences relating to spanish speaking cultures. to offier opportunities in our community.
Advisor: Blanca Gonzalez
Room: P5
Students United through Native Nations (SUTNN)
Promote advancements of Native Americans youth in higher education and develop unity among Native youth. Also to inform Native youth about their culture. (R. Delgado – SOAR office)
Theater West
To further the love of theatre both as a participant and as an informed audience.
Advisor: Sandra Hahn
Room: B3
Young Artists Club
To provide a community for young artists to support one another and to help improve their skills within art. (C. Campbell – M2)