All Activities

Welcome to the Activities Page!  Our goal at Haverford High School is to get every student involved in at least 1 activity.  Please look through our extensive list of clubs and activities and then meet with or email the sponsor for more information.  If you don't see a club or activity you are interested but have one in mind, please click on the link to the left about Starting a New Club.

 

 

African Americans Cultural Enrichment

To discuss and learn about historical and current issues impacting the African American community. In addition AACE exposes students to volunteer opportunities and college preparation.

Sponsor: Mr. Leon Smith

Email Mr. Leon Smith

 

Alex's Lemonade Stand

Sponsor: Karen Laskaris

Email Karen Laskaris

 

American Sign Language Club

Sponsor: Ellen Monahan

Email Ellen Monahan

 

Art Club

An opportunity to create unique art projects outside of class. The Art Club will meet on Tuesdays at 2:30pm in Room 120 & 122.  All are welcome! 

Sponsors: Ms. Samara Talkin 

Email Ms. Samara Talkin

 

Asian Student Association  

Sponsor: Ms. Jo Johnston

Email Ms. Jo Johnston

 

Astronomy Club

Sponsor: Liam Gallagher

Email Liam Gallagher

 

Badminton Club

Sponsor: Katie McCool

Email Katie McCool

 

Best Buddies

The mission of Best Buddies is to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one to one friendships. Integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Sponsors: Mr. Adam Nancarrow/Ms. Kayla Kishbaugh

Email Mr. Adam Nancarrow | Email Ms. Kayla Kishbaugh

 

Bowling Club

Meet weekly to bowl and have fun. A small fee does apply.

Sponsor: Ms. Beth Greenwald/Ms. Brittany Caso

Email Ms. Beth Greenwald | Email Ms. Brittany Caso

 

Bridge

Sponsor: Ms. Judy Kang

Email Ms. Judy Kang

 

Chess Club

The Chess Club is open to all students of all ability levels from grades 9-12. No experience is necessary--you may come to learn the game or sharpen your skills. Chess Club is a member of the Main Line High School Chess League and our top boards complete against other schools in this league. You can visit our website below for more information.

https://sites.google.com/haverfordsd.net/hhschessclub/home

Sponsor: Mr. Keith MacConnell

Email Mr. Keith MacConnell

 

Crochet Club

Sponsor: Ms. April Wolfe

Email Ms. April Wolfe

 

Class Officers

Each class elects 5-7 class officers. Class Officers are responsible for fundraising, dances, proms, homecoming and organizing other school wide events.

Sponsor: Janette Heil (Freshmen), Meghan Gerber (Sophomores), Brian Hulea (Sophomores), Erica Swiniunch (Juniors), Shannon Moore (Juniors), Kate Cesarini (Seniors), Jen Stadnicki (Seniors)

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MB/Color Guard

Raise money and learn skills to prepare for the upcoming seasons.

Sponsor: Ms. Christine Cherego

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Competition Marching Band/Concert Band

Compete alongside the Color Guard against other local high schools.

Sponsor: Mr. Alex Gittelman

Email Mr. Alex Gittelman

 

Marching Band/Percussion

Sponsor: Mr. Robert Lazenberry

Email Mr. Robert Lazenberry

 

Diaper Dryve (Inactive)

Sponsor: Tricia Dyal

Email Tricia Dyal

 

DIY CLUB

Sponsor: Ms. Amy Jones

Email Ms. Amy Jones
 

Drama Club

Participate in all aspects of theatre, from on stage performance to the behind the scenes work.

Sponsors: Ms. Rebecca Stump, Ms. Chloe Lucente 

Email: TBA

 

Educators Rising

Sponsor: Mr. Leon Smith

Email Mr. Leon Smith

 

Endangered Species Club

Sponsor: Elliott Seifert

Email Mr. Elliot Seifert

 

Environmental Club (formerly AWARE)

Is an environmental awareness club that reaches out to high school kids to work towards a more sustainable planet. All high school grades are invited to join and participate in the club. Each year, members have the opportunity to compete in the Pennsylvania Envirothon, a team competition testing different high schools on our local environment. Our activities include maintaining our high school’s native garden, cutting electricity bills, and selling organic goods.

Sponsor: Ms. Megan Marshall, Ms. Rebecca Mortland

Email Ms. Megan Marshall | Email Ms. Rebecca Mortland

 

Esports Club

Players of all skill levels welcome; a place for students who are passionate about competitive titles to meet, or to participate in interscholastic leagues. 

Sponsor: Mr. Bradley Hoy and E.Manuel Ardiles

Email Mr. Bradley Hoy | Email E.Manuel Ardiles

 

Fashion Club

Groups meet to talk about fashion and trends. Students will design and create fashion pieces

Sponsor: Ms. Samara Talkin 

Email Ms. Samara Talkin

 

Film Makers and Editing

Sponsor: Jeffrey Masino

Email Mr. Jeffrey Masino

 

Fitness Center

Meets Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 2:30-4:00. Get your sweat on!!

Sponsor: Mr. Detweiler/Mr. Grabias

Email Mr. Detweiler | Email Mr. Grabias 

 

Fordian

Haverford's student run newspaper. Publish news and feature stories, editorials and opinions relevant to the Haverford community while upholding the highest professional and ethical standards.

Sponsor:  Ms. Geraldine Fish, Ms. Sarah Crispin

Email Ms. Geraldine Fish | Email Ms. Sarah Crispin

 

French Club

Sponsor: Kelley March

Email Kelley March

 

Future Business Leaders of America

An educational association of students preparing for careers in business or business related fields. FBLA helps develop student leadership abilities, strengthen their confidence and encourage positive character development. Students attend conferences, present and compete in buisness realted events. Students also participate in community service.

Sponsor: Ms. Jessica Mini/Ms. Patrick Bader

Email Ms. Jessica Mini | Email Ms. Patrick Bader

 

Future Republicans

Sponsor:  Mr. Joe Taraborelli

Email Mr. Joe Taraborelli

 

Girls Spark

Sponsor: TBA

Email: TBA

 

Girl UP

Focus and learn about women's leadership.

Sponsor: Ms. Kathy Kelly

Email Ms. Kathy Kelly

 
 

Guitar and Music Club

Sponsor: Mr. Ian Althouse

Email Mr. Ian Althouse

 

H-Vision

Haverford's student run TV Station. Experience production, management and film editing.

Sponsor: Mr. Ian Althouse

Email Mr. Ian Althouse 

 

Haverford Against Hunger

Sponsor: Mr. Christopher Walter 

Email Mr. Christopher Walter

 

Haverford Jewish Community Club

Sponsor: Elyse Staffieri

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Haverford Reef Society

Sponsor: Mr. Elliot Seifert

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Haverford's Teachers' Teammates

Sponsor: Mr. Kyle Keblish

Email Mr. Kyle Keblish

 

HHS Book Club

Sponsor: Mr. Keith MacConnell

Email Mr. Keith MacConnell

 

HiQ

Inter-Scholastic trivia competition.

Sponsor: Ms. Laurie Grady, Ms. Jenna Oleykowski

Email Ms. Laurie Grady | Email Ms. Jenna Oleykowski

 

Interact Club

Community Service Club. Members participate in activities and fundraisers that benefit the school and surrounding community.

Sponsor:  Ms. Sarah Davit/Colleen Pompetti

Email Ms. Sarah Davit | Email Ms. Colleen Pompetti

 

Italian Club

All things Italian! Culture, Food and Language. 

Sponsor: Mr. Riccardo Latrano

Email Mr. Riccardo Latrano 

 

Jazz Band

Sponsor: Mr. Michael Fein/Mr. Caesar Salmieri

Email Mr. Michael Fein | Email Mr. Caesar Salmieri

 

Jazz Lab Band

Sponsor: Ms. Elizabeth Marino

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Latin Club

Sponsor: Ms. Natasha Skorupski

Email Ms. Natasha Skorupski

 

Math Institute

Sponsor: Ms. Kathy Kelly , Ms. Shelley Danizewski

Email Ms. Kathy Kelly | Email Ms. Shelley Danizewski

 

Medical Professionals of Tomorrow

Sponsor: Ms. Joesphine Johnson

Email Ms. Joesphine Johnson

 

Mental Health Matters

Sponsor: Ms. Jenn McNulty Brown

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Military Club

Sponsor: Mr. Nick Bilotti

Email Mr. Nick Bilotti

 

Model U.N.

Learn about the UN and international relations as we prepare for a 4 day trip to the Philadelphia Model UN in Philadelphia.

Sponsor: TBA

Email: TBA

 

Morgan's Message

Sponsor: Ms. Christa Taylor

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Muslim Student Association

Sponsor: Ms. Katie McCool

Email Ms. Katie McCool

 

National Artist Honor Society

Sponsor: Ms. Samara Talkin

Email Ms. Samara Talkin

 

National Business Honor Society

Sponsor: Ms. Jaclyn McCarty

Email Ms. Jaclyn McCarty  

 

National Honor Society

Nationally affiliated organization for students who meet certain academic, service and leadership requirements.

Sponsor: Ms. Devona Jackson, Mr. Michael Weinstock

Email Ms. Devona Jackson |  Email Mr. Michael Weinstock

 

No Place for Hate Club

No Place For Hate is a club that provides a safe environment for all members to come and share ideas  related to tolerance and acceptance of all people, regardless of race, religion, sexuality, intelligence, etc. Our club meets weekly and works to bring all students of Haverford together through activities like Open Mic  Night, the exchange of candygrams, and gatherings like potluck dinners to share and explore the diversity present in our school. We welcome all interested students and look forward to more conversations and activities that promote understanding and acceptance of everyone.

Sponsor: Ms. April Forgeng, Ms. Tess Hartman

Email Ms. April Forgeng | Email Ms. Tess Hartman

 

Orchestra

Perform standard orchestral repertoire.

Sponsor: Ms. Judy Kang

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Outdoors Club

Sponsor: Mr. Matthew Marran

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Peer Tutoring

Sponsor: Ms. Tricia Notte

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Pen and Ink

Haverford High School's literary magazine. A book that is full of poetry, short stories, artwork, and photography from the student body.  A creative outlet for students to express themselves. The staff meets primarily in the spring to sort through the submissions, design the cover, and work with editing and typing the book. All students from every grade level are welcome to join.

Sponsor: Ms. Kelly Kolson Terwilliger, Ms. Suzie Sackawicz

Email Ms. Kelly Kolson Terwilliger | Email Ms. Suzie Sackawicz

 
 

Photography Club

Meet to discuss photography, take pictures and evaluate work.

Sponsor: Ms. Sarah Colby

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Ping Pong Club 

Open to all students at every level of ping pong ability. You can even join in Magic or Dungeons and Dragons!

Sponsor: Mr. Marco Vettori

Email Mr. Marco Vettori

 

Rainbow Alliance

An environment where students of all sexual orientations are welcome and can feel comfortable and safe.

Sponsor: Ms. Erin Deptula, Mx. Sevag Bakalian 

Email Ms. Erin Deptula | Email Mx. Sevag Bakalian

 

R2R Haverford (Rags to Riches Animal Shelter)

Sponsor: Ms. Ellen Monahan

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Red and Gold

This is a year-long school spirit competition that will conclude in a "field day" type event during the evening.  At this event, teams will face off in battles including an obstacle course, tug-of war, dance competition, glee competition, relay races, and so many more!!!  For more information, see your team general.  

Sponsor: Ms. Jenna Oleykowski, Mr. Tim Foster

Email Ms. Jenna Oleykowski | Email Mr. Tim Foster

 

Retro Gaming Club

Sponsor: Mr. Tyrone Jones

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Robotics Club

Haverford's robotics team, Team 484 - RoboForce, competes in FIRST Robotics competitions. Students design and build a new robot each year to compete in a new game challenge, using that robot for 5 to 7 competitions. Team members work with adult mentors on programming, fabrication, using sensors, and testing the robot before competition. The competitions are intense, loud, and lots of fun! 

Sponsor: Ms. Cassie Pezza

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Science Academy

Share your love of science with others who love science! 

Sponsor: Dr. Jeremy Tomaszewski, Ms. Becky Mortland

Email Dr. Jeremy Tomaszewski | Email Ms. Becky Mortland

 

Science Honor Society

Sponsor: Dr. Jeremy Tomaszewski, Ms. Becky Mortland

Email Dr. Jermey Tomaszewski | Email Ms. Becky Mortland

 

Science Olympiad

Students work together through their interest in science to problem-solve, build and create as they prepare for competitions.

Sponsor: Ms. Jo Johnston, Mr. Justin Harris

Email Ms. Jo Johnston | Email Mr. Justin Harris 

 

Ski Club and Snowboard Club

Sponsor: Mr. John Scholtz

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Spanish Club

A time for friends with a shared interest in Spanish language and culture.

Sponsor: TBA

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Speech and Debate

Compete against other schools while improving your public speaking skills.

Sponsor: Ms. Kelly Kolson Terwilliger

Email Ms. Kelly Kolson Terwilliger

 

Spike Ball Club

Sponsor: Mr. John Scholtz

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Sports Quiz Club

Sponsor: Mr. Kyle Keblish

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Stand Up to Cancer

Sponsor: Laurie Grady

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Student Senate

Provide the school with leadership through student run events that benefit the Haverford community.

Sponsor: Mr. Peter Bruno

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Sewing Club

Sponsor: Tricia Schanne

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Talent Show Club

Sponsor: Mr. Dan DiBona

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Technical Crew

Sponsor: Mr. Bradley Hoy

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Tri M- Music Honor Society

Membership extended for student who meet the following qualifications:

Sponsor: Ms. Kelsey Hendler

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Ultimate Frisbee (HUDA)

HUDA seeks to teach the fundamentals of Ultimate to everyone who has a desire to play, to foster the love the game and build a competitive Ultimate program where our team competes at the highest level of local, state and national competition. All levels of play our welcome!

Sponsor: Mr. Simon Feeman

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Vocal Director

Sponsor: Ms. Kelsey Hendler

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Weightlifting

Sponsor: Mr. Alex Host

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WHHS Radio Station

Haverford's student led radio stations. Student directors coordinate and schedule student run programming.

Sponsor: Mrs. Mary Beth Ryan

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World Affairs Club

A discussion forum of motivated, energetic students who consider geographic and political issues facing today's world.

Sponsor: Mr. Ryan Caviglia

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Writer's Circle

Sponsor: Ms. Tricia Notte, Ms. Jenn McNulty-Brown

Email Ms. Tricia Notte | Email Ms. Jenn McNulty-Brown
 

Yearbook

Sponsor: Mr. Bradley Hoy

Email Mr. Bradley Hoy

 

Young Democrats

Sponsor:  Ms. Jessica Federico

Email Ms. Jessica Federico