Getting involved in school
By Michelle Mccracken, Editor
The advice that parents give their children has been the same for generations. High school is more than just school. It’s about making memories, getting involved and trying out new things. Kaneland students should not ignore this rule of thumb.
Kaneland High School offers over 20 clubs for students to get involved in. These clubs may be designed for different personality types, but they all share the common goal of enriching a student’s high school experience.
The Future Educators of America (FEA) Club allows students interested in the education field a way of getting experience. Students involved in FEA are given the opportunity to work with and shadow teachers. Students also often work with younger children.
“This group would be excellent for anyone who wants to be a teacher or work with children,” senior Lauren Banbury said.
During high school, students could become involved with violence or drugs. Students hoping to prevent these dangerous acts may want to join the Prevention of Dangerous Acts club, or PODA. This club focuses their discussions on the actions of using drugs and alcohol.
“[PODA] is for people who have a background with drugs, someone who is completely against [using drugs], or has a strong opinion about [using drugs],” freshman Ariana Madriz said.
Journey to Wellness is a unique club that physical education teacher Tom Dillivan created. Journey to Wellness allows students to learn about healthy living and how to put their knowledge into action during their everyday life.
“This club helps students learn how proper nutrition and exercise can create a healthy lifestyle that they can use in their daily lives, now, the immediate future, and hopefully, for the rest of their lives. Club members meet each week, with each meeting focusing on a different aspect of getting healthy and staying healthy,” Dillivan said.
Joining a club is a great way to get involved in high school. Clubs provide rare opportunities that are seldom found somewhere else. The clubs here at KHS ensure that all the students involved will create memories that will last a lifetime.