Bishop Gorman High School | Clubs & Activities

List of 56 items.

American Sign Language (ASL)

Moderator: Dean Rivera trivera@bishopgorman.org
Art History Club

Moderator: Ms. Barbosa abarbosa@bishopgorman.org
Asian American Student Union

Moderator: Mr. Lim, glim@bishopgorman.org
Associated Student Government ASG

The Associated Student Government is a body of elected and appointed students who represent the student body of Bishop Gorman High School, in order to stimulate greater interest in our democratic system, to promote the general welfare of Bishop Gorman High School, to further the reputation of Bishop Gorman High School, and to bring about greater unity between the students and administration.
Coordinator: Mr. Gleich jgleich@bishopgorman.org
Assistant Coord.: Ms. Barbosa abarbosa@bishopgorman.org
Bible Study

Moderator: Mr. Manfredi, jmanfredi@bishopgorman.org
Black Student Union

BSU works with students of all races to learn about the deep, significant history and current events of black people in America. Students discuss current events and research historical figures in black culture.
Moderator: Mr. Nixon knixon@bishopgorman.org
Board Game Club

Board game club is a social club where students play, create and talk about various games.
Moderator: Dean Rivera, trivera@bishopgorman.org
Book Club

Moderator: Mr. Crame acrame@bishopgorman.org
Business Club

Business Club is a student-led organization that prepares students for careers in business, management, entrepreneurship, and technology.
Moderator: Mr. Pietranton, rpietranton@bishopgorman.org
Ceramics Club

Ceramics Club is open to any student who has an interest in the clay arts and is an open studio. The club meets every Tuesday after school from 2-3:30 pm.
Chorus/Worship Choir

The celebration of mass at Bishop Gorman High School is an honored tradition. Members of these vocal groups are an important part of that tradition by providing music for the school masses and special events. Both instrumentalists and vocalists are welcome to participate in this music ministry. To participate, attend the after school rehearsal before the monthly mass and prepare to glorify God through the gift of music. Contact Ms. Ferrante-Martin at (702) 476-4175 with any questions.

Moderator: Ms. Lemos llemos@bishopgorman.org
Computer Science Honor Society

Eligible 11th-12th
Completed 2 semesters of Comp Sci
GPA 3.0
Attended BGHS for 2 semesters
Min. of 10 service hours/year

Moderator: Mr. Jackson, jjackson@bishopgorman.org
Creative Writing Club

This club’s focus is on encouraging the ongoing creative writing and peer-editing of student-generated pieces. We meet at least twice a month, and before school upon student request. Two main contests are entered via this avenue. One is the prestigious Scholastic Art and Writing Contest, whose due date is early December. The second is an ongoing quarterly online contest. Winners are published at no cost to the entrant. The different types of genres are explained by the moderator, focusing on their rules. Yet, since the club is student-run, the focus is determined yearly by the students. We allow for ongoing enrollment. To be President, one must have entered the Scholastic Art and Writing Contest the prior school year.
Moderator: Mrs. McEachern, cmceachern@bishopgorman.org
Crochet Club

Moderator: Ms. Desio, ddesio@bishopgorman.org
Dungeons & Dragons Club

Moderator: Mr. Lambeth, clambeth@bishopgorman.org
E-sports Club

Moderators:
Mr. Valle jvalle@bishopgorman.org
Mr. Jackson jjackson@bishopgorman.org
Engineering Club

Moderator: Ms. Fitzpatrick pfitzpatrick@bishopgorman.org
Environmental Club

The BG Environmental Club is an organization that is devoted to helping preserve the natural world and limiting human impact. The club's goal is to raise awareness about environmental issues through community outreach, environmentally-themed fundraisers, and participation in community events and competitions.
Moderator: Ms. Broz, sbroz@bishopgorman.org
Film Club

The film club is dedicated to encouraging students to show their artistic side through the creation of student developed short films. Additionally students will learn different forms of camera work to create scenes and creative shots.
Moderator: Mr. Valle, jvalle@bishopgorman.org
French National Honor Society

The Société Honoraire Française is a society in which students must be invited to join. The requirements are having an A- average for at least 3 semesters of high school French and a B- average in all other high school classes. The society members must complete at least 10 hours of community service. In our society, we offer after-school tutoring for those students who might need some extra help in grammar, conversation, reading, etc., this society is sponsored by the members of the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF).
Eligible 11th-12th
Completed 2 years of French or beyond, or enrolled in Honors French 3
87% of higher in all French classes
Maintain ave. of 87% in all other subjects

Moderator: Mme. Tornell-Ferraro, jtornellferraro@bishopgorman.org
Gael2Gael

It is the mission of the Gael2Gael Organization to welcome and provide monthly student mentorship, support, and peer guidance to transfer students in all areas of campus life.
Moderators: Mrs. Cross and Dean Rivera. pcross@bishopgorman.org, trivera@bishopgorman.org
Gaels Theatre Guild

Gaels Theatre Guild is Bishop Gorman’s chapter of the International Thespian Society: Troupe 4347. In addition to competitions throughout the year, Gaels Theatre Guild produces full-scale productions including The One-Act Play, The Annual Play, The Winter Acting Showcase, The Mini Musical, The Winter Music Extravaganza, The Annual Musical, The Spring Acting Showcase, The Spring Music Spectacular and various original musical reviews.

Also, technical theatre opportunities are available in lighting, video, sound, stagecraft, properties, costumes, hair and makeup, student management, student direction and choreography, and more! The club also hosts many social activities for its members. Student actors, crew members, and production staff are welcome to join!
Moderator: Ms. Lemos, llemos@bishopgorman.org
Hispanic Student Union

Moderator: Mr. Cicero, zcicero@bishopgorman.org
Journalism/Yearbook Club

Moderators:
Ms. Houston-Bey chouston@bishopgorman.org
Mrs. Keating kkeating@bishopgorman.org
Live Action Role Play (LARP)

LARP, or Live Action Role Play, allows students to explore, learn, and live in their favorite historical era or literary genre. LARP Club members work as a team to research, strategize, create costumes, and eventually role-play their chosen historical or literary event. LARP Club seeks students with a sense of adventure, and the club is only limited by its members’ imaginations.
Moderator: Mr. Radzak, nradzak@bishopgorman.org
Marching Band

Moderator: Dr. Cao ccao@bishopgorman.org
Matthew 25 Board
Medical Society

To increase student’s exposure to various medical related fields, as well as expectations of high school, college, and professional degrees, by inviting guest speakers to share their knowledge and experiences.
Moderator: Mr. Gleich, jgleich@bishopgorman.org
Military Leadership Club

Military Leadership club seeks to inform students about leadership opportunities after high school within the US Armed Forces and explores the history of the military within the United States.
Moderator: Mr. Goertemiller, jgoertemiller@bishopgorman.org
Mock Trial

Mock Trial teams have qualified for State every year and won numerous State Championships. The program is competitive. Traditionally, practice begins in mid-October and lasts through the end of January.
Moderator: Mr. Crisp, rcrisp@bishopgorman.org
Mu Alpha Theta

Mu Alpha Theta is a national student-run organization dedicated to those who recognize and excel in mathematics. As a National Math Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta promotes math by tutoring students in various levels of math, applying mathematics to community projects, and participating in nation-wide math competitions. Membership is through invitation only, and potential members are required to have a cumulative of 3.5 and have taken at least two years of Honors or Scholars math courses.
Eligible 11th -12th grade
GPA 3.75 in Math
Multicultural Club

The goal of the Multicultural Club is to allow students to share their cultural heritage with other students, discuss differences and similarities and celebrate the tremendous diversity of Bishop Gorman's student population. All students are encouraged to participate, either as contributors or as a way to gain invaluable insight into other cultural traditions. As with all Bishop Gorman clubs, this organization is student led and directed. Everyone is welcome!

Moderator: Mr. Barley bbarley@bishopgorman.org
National Art Honor Society

The criteria for membership in the National Art Honor Society emphasize outstanding artistic scholarship and service to the school and community through development of artistic endeavors together with a strong moral character. By exemplifying these standards, the members of the society promote an awareness of art and become active participants in the education process at their school and in their community.

In 1978, the National Art Education Association began the National Art Honor Society (NAHS) program specifically for high school students, for the purpose of inspiring and recognizing those students who have shown an outstanding ability in art in grades nine through twelve. The NAHS strives to aid members in working toward the attainment of the highest standards in art areas, and to bring art education to the attention of the school and community.

Eligible 10th-12th
Full year of Art, Photo, Ceramics,
or Art History
GPA 3.0
Participate in one service project

Moderators: Mrs. Feely and Ms. Hall,
lfeely@bishopgorman.org
mhall@bishopgorman.org
National English Honor Society

The National English Honor Society promotes active engagement in service, literacy, and composition. We strive to form students who love the written word and value its importance to both individuals and society more largely.
Eligible 10th-12th
GPA 3.6
Complete 10 hrs of English-related service per year
Moderator: Mr. Radzak, nradzak@bishopgorman.org
National Forensics League Honor Society (Speech & Debate)

Eligible 10th-12th
Must earn at least 75 points in the club

Moderator: Mr. Crisp, rcrisp@bishopgorman.org
National Honor Society

National Honor Society is a national student organization that recognizes sustained academic excellence by juniors and seniors and encourages a commitment to community service. Membership is by invitation and based on cumulative GPA beginning at the end of the sophomore year as well as an earned reputation for personal integrity. Members must maintain a GPA of at least 3.5 and accomplish individual and group service projects. Members agree to serve 20 hours of service yearly to NHS projects of which ten hours must be devoted to tutoring other students.

Eligible 11th -12th grade
By invitation only
Maintain a 3.75 weighted GPA

Moderator: Mr. Goertemiller, jgoertemiller@bishopgorman.org
National Science Honor Society

To recognize students who excel in science, and allow them the opportunity to provide support to others through volunteering.
Eligible 11th -12th grade
Completed 2 upper level Science courses [Honors, Scholars, AP]
GPA 3.5 in all Science courses
GPA overall 3.5

Moderator: Ms. Rumschlag, mrumschlag@bishopgorman.org
Photography Club

The photography clubs exists to encourage students to find creative outlets in the world of photography. The photo club also volunteers and takes photos for various Bishop Gorman student events and sports.
Moderator: Mr. Cava, gcava@bishopgorman.org
Quill & Scroll (Journalism & Yearbook)

Eligible 10th-12th
Completed 1 year on the school newspaper or yearbook staff
Must have published in school newspaper or yearbook
GPA 3.0

Moderators: Ms. Houston-Bey and Mrs. Keating,
chouston@bishopgorman.org
kkeating@bishopgorman.org
Rho Kappa (Social Studies Honor Society)

Rho Kappa, the National Social Studies Honor Society, is “the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies.” Membership in the Bishop Gorman High School Chapter of the NSSHS is offered to juniors and seniors of good character who have achieved and continue to maintain an unweighted 3.0 overall GPA and a 3.5 social studies GPA with a minimum of four completed semesters of social studies coursework. Members are required to perform 10 hours of service at an approved organization per academic year. Membership in this society is a recognition of your academic achievement in the social studies, as well as an ongoing commitment to pursue knowledge, seek truth, and to serve others.

Eligible 11th-12th
Completed 4 semesters of Social Studies
GPA 3.75 for Social Studies courses
GPA 3.58 overall

Moderators: Mr. Lavender and Mr. Silva,
jlavender@bishopgorman.org
nsilva@bishopgorman.org
Robotics

Students work in teams to build competitive robots while advancing their science, technology, and engineering skills. The club is open to all BGHS students and it participates in sponsored events with other high schools in the Las Vegas valley during the academic year.
SASA (Substance Abuse & Suicide Awareness)

Moderator: Mrs. Cross, pcross@bishopgorman.org
Shine A Light

Shine a Light is a service program that helps the hundreds of men, women, and children who live in the underground flood channels of Las Vegas through donations and service projects.
Spanish National Honor Society

Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica is a national organization that is open by invitation to sophomore, junior, and senior students who are currently enrolled in Spanish 3H or higher. Students must have a minimum grade of B+ in their Spanish studies at Bishop Gorman. SHH recognizes excellence in the study of the Spanish language and culture. Members serve the community by participating in projects and tutoring other students in Spanish. Many of the activities deal with Spanish themes and Spanish is always spoken!

Eligible 10th-12th
Completed 2 yrs of Spanish and/or enrolled in Spanish 3 Honors
87% or higher in all Spanish classes
Maintain ave of 87% in all other subjects

Moderator: Sr. Gatto, sgatto@bishopgorman.org
Speech & Debate

Speech and Debate is a club that actively participates in tournaments locally, regionally, and nationally. Students are coached prior to competitions. Tournament events include literature interpretation, humorous and dramatic, impromptu, informative, persuasive, current events, and various debate events.
Moderator: Mr. Crisp, rcrisp@bishopgoroman.org
Sports Production Club

Moderator: Mr. Valle jvalle@bishopgorman.org
St. Francis of Assisi Interfaith

Moderator: Ms. Martinez, kmartinez@bishopgorman.org
St. Thomas Aquinas Theology Honor Society

The Bishop Gorman High School St. Thomas Aquinas Theology Honor Society is the second such society for high school students in the country. Created to acknowledge student work, dedication and service, we recognize student effort to improve the world through prayer, worship and community service. Society members participate in liturgy planning, liturgical ministry, exercising and developing at atmosphere of care and mercy throughout the school and supporting the Campus Ministry efforts in GAELS Give Hope. Meetings are once a month throughout the school year, plus participation events. As an Honor Society, graduating senior members are awarded a scarlet cord.

Eligible 11th-12th
GPA 3.75 in all Theology classes
Current on service hours
Demonstrate leadership and involvement in the faith life of BGHS

Moderator: Mr. Manfredi, jmanfredi@bishopgorman.org
Student Ambassadors

Application process; need to attend summer training
Coordinator: Mr. Gleich jgleich@bishopgorman.org
Assistant Coord: Mr. Moore jmoore@bishopgorman.org
Student Television Network Honor Society

Eligible 11th-12th
GPA 3.5
Recommendation of advisor
Involved in a STN activity

Moderator: Mr. Valle, jvalle@bishopgorman.org
Teen Empowerment

Moderator: Ms. Cross, pcross@bishopgorman.org
Thespian Club

For more information please visit the Gaels Theatre Guild
Thespian National Honor Society

Eligible 10th-12th
60 points to achieve Honor Thespian
[Freshmen can start earning points]
Tri-M Music Honor Society

The Tri-M Music Honor Society is a program of National Association for Music Education which focuses on creating future leaders in music education and music advocacy. Tri-M is the only national honor society for student musicians in grades 6-12. There are more than 1,900 chapters across all 50 states, involving more than 75,000 students.

Eligible 11th-12th
Completed at least 4 semesters, incl. Semester of the current school year
Grade A ave. in Music
B ave. in all other classes

Moderator: Dr. Cao, ccao@bishopgorman.org
Varsity Quiz

All grades can participate in Varsity Quiz, a quizbowl competition covering topic areas from English/Literature, Science, History, Mathematics, and Art. We practice twice a week during the season which runs October through December. Should we be fortunate enough to further qualify for the televised sessions, our season would continue through February and be seen on Channel 10. A strong participant would be an individual who has been reading for many years and would have read a variety of genres. Having good recall is not necessary to be an effective team member.
Moderators: Mr. Choi and Dean Maguinness,
schoi@bishopgorman.org, tmaguinness@bishopgorman.org
Women in S.T.E.M.

Moderator: Dr. Alessi, kalessi@bishopgorman.org