Clubs
Mitty offers many extracurricular activities for its students. There are over 25 active clubs on campus throughout the year. These clubs usually meet before, after, or during school. Students may organize additional clubs by recruiting a moderator, enlisting a roster of members, and receiving approval from the Director of Student Activities. The current list of clubs on campus are as following:
AASU – AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENT UNION
Are you interested in learning more about the African American experience here at Archbishop Mitty High School?
If so, then AASU is just for you.The purpose of the AASU is to help students identify, explore, embrace, and understand issues surrounding the African American community and increase the comfort level of those students here at Archbishop Mitty.
The activities planned are done so with the following objectives in mind:
- Students at the forefront
- Increased awareness of issues surrounding the African Americans today
- Becoming involved in the greater African American community
- Bringing the African American experience to Archbishop Mitty
- Exposing members to opportunities after Archbishop Mitty
- Allow members to learn & have fun at the same time
AMHS ROBOTICS
Mitty Robotics is an after-school club established in 2003-04. The primary focus for the club is to participate in FIRST Robotics Competitions. These are exciting multinational competitions that bring together professionals and students to solve an engineering design problem in an intense and competitive way. The program is a life-changing, career-molding experience…and a lot of fun. We have six-weeks to develop a strategy and to design, build, program and test a 130-pound robot that will join an alliance with other teams to compete in a high-tech sporting style event. The experience from Mitty Robotics teaches our students engineering, CAD design, electronics, communication, project management, marketing and business skills.
Student Positions open in all areas:
- Mechanical engineering and fabrication
- AutoCAD design (we use AutoDesk Inventor)
- Hardware programming
- Website design & 3D studio Max
- Time available to work with talented students after school for six weeks
- Marketing, PR, and Leadership
ANIME CLUB
Do you enjoy watching Japanese animation? Do you love Sailor Moon, One Piece, Yakitate!! Japan, or The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya? Well, then this club is for you. We get together every few Fridays to watch a different Anime. Also, we eat some fantastic food, such as ramen, bread, chips, and other delicious treats. Do you like drawing anime? Well, so do some of our members. You can share your most excellent drawings with others! Are you interested in Anime Conventions? Perhaps we'll get together and attend. Do you like the Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival in Cupertino? We've gone to that in the past. How about DDR or anime-related video games? We can set up the equipment and dance, dance or play, play! Sign up today!
APISU – ASIAN PACIFIC ISLANDER STUDENT UNION
Are interested in other cultures? Are you Asian, do you have Asian friends that you want to get to know better, or has Asia always been a region that has fascinated you? This APISU (Asian Pacific Islander Student Union) is for you! Our mission is to provide an Asian American, Multicultural Experience to our club members. Like a mosaic or quilt, Asian Culture is made up of many different ethnic groups that all come under the title “Asian American”. Our club celebrates the cultural differences while also finding similarities that unite all of us together.
BALLROOM DANCE CLUB
Have you ever wanted to dance like those on “So You Think You Can Dance” or “Dancing with the Stars?" Well now is your chance to learn. The Ballroom Dance Club invites students to learn new forms of dance. The students learn new dances at the Starlite Ballroom on Friday nights. We meet at least 3 nights and then during club activity periods to practice different ballroom dances. No prior experience is necessary.
CHESS CLUB
Have you ever wanted to dance like those on “So You Think You Can Dance” or “Dancing with the Stars?" Well now is your chance to learn. The Ballroom Dance Club invites students to learn new forms of dance. The students learn new dances at the Starlite Ballroom on Friday nights. We meet at least 3 nights and then during club activity periods to practice different ballroom dances. No prior experience is necessary.
CREATIVE STUDENT ASSOCIATION
CSA is Mitty’s very own visual arts club. In CSA, we strive to unite creative students and their love of art. During the course of the year, we conduct many organized activities in which students have full creative freedom. Some of the clubs’ past activities have included:
- Group art collaborations,
- Finger painting,
- Pumpkin carving,
- Replicating the processes of Jackson Pollock
- Student organized art lessons
FRENCH CLUB
The French club is for students of French heritage, students of the French language, or any student who is interested in French culture or language. It is not necessary to speak or study French to be in the French Club.
Our club enjoys a variety of activities including:
Trips to museums, films (in the theatre and after school), hikes, picnics, dinner or lunch in a restaurant, Mardi Gras parties, bowling, and potluck dinners with French food that YOU have prepared. We take every opportunity to enjoy good food and good friends! We would love to hear your ideas for events that you would like to experience. We invite you to come be a part of our community.
GLOBAL SOLIDARITY CLUB
This club’s purpose is to promote awareness on campus of social justice issues. We want the people in the Archbishop Mitty community to be well informed on these issues. This club will challenge others to be creative and express their ideas on how to help those in need. We hope to inspire people with our community to show compassion for those who need it and be a voice to those who cannot speak.
GREEN CLUB
Our mission is to promote a more environmentally conscious atmosphere at Archbishop Mitty. We strive to create awareness and inspire students to start a life of green living. The club will create awareness by celebrating Earth Day, promote organic eating and biking to school, and encouraging the use of water bottles to reduce bottle waste.
GUITAR CLUB
The Guitar club gathers together musicians from a range of abilities, styles (even bassists) to play twice a month on campus and make connections and build friendships with people who love the greatest invention of all mankind…the guitar.
IRISH-AMERICAN CLUB
We would like to introduce you to the Irish American Club. Yes, we have been around for sometime, but this year we’ve decided to step it up a notch. This year, we strive to increase the knowledge of the Irish heritage to the students of Archbishop Mitty. During Saint Patrick’s week we will have food for sale and possibly Irish dances for the school’s enjoyment. There are many different ways to get involved at Archbishop Mitty and the Irish American Club is a great as to make some new friends and learn more about the Irish culture.
ITALIAN CLUB
Archbishop Mitty High School contains a diverse population of students. Many wish to express their individuality and learn about their culture through Mitty’s ethnic clubs. In the Italian club, we have the opportunity to delve into the rich Italian culture, both past and present. Club members will be participating in such activities as Italian Festival Day, Cannoli Workshop, Italian Dinner Night, Bocce Ball, Italian Movie Night, volunteering at Unico Crab Feed, music, and more.
LASU – LATIN AMERICAN STUDENT UNION
The purpose of the Latin American Student Union is to provide a network of support, socially, spiritually, and academically, to the Latino students at AMHS. We strive to educate and celebrate the Latino culture amongst ourselves and with the larger Mitty community. Some of the events we have planned for this year include: Raza Days at a couple of different colleges; Day of the Dead Altar set-up in October; a potluck and retreat during October; Latino Day in the Spring; a Liturgy in December; preparation of food for migrant workers during the Fall and Spring semesters; and several different cultural events such as attending plays and visiting museums. We welcome all Mitty students, regardless of ethnic background, to join us.
MATH CLUB
The Math Club welcomes anyone who is taking math during the school year to compete in a math contest each month from October to April. These tests are taken all over the state of California on the same day and the top five scores will be recorded and submitted to the California Math League. The exams will test your knowledge in a variety of problems from Algebra through Algebra II and Pre-calculus. The tests are on Tuesday mornings at 7:15 a.m. – 7:45 a.m. in the KinKade Theater.
Come and test your ability to problem solved!!
MATH TEAM
Enjoy Saturday mornings with friends brainstorming over unique solutions to very creative math problems. The Archbishop Mitty Math Team covers topics very rarely seen in the classroom. Problem solving techniques are emphasized and a variety of competitions are attended.
MOCK TRIAL
Mock Trial is a great opportunity to learn the ins and outs of the criminal justice system through the eyes of an attorney or a witness.
The tryout will be based on what part you are interested in. There will be a specific script that you will need to memorize if you are trying out for a witness part. There will be a specific handout going over what you will need to create and practice, and memorize if you are going to be trying out for an attorney.
MOUNTAIN BIKING CLUB
The goal of Mountain Biking Club is to explore the trails of Santa Clara County. The rides are designed to allow members to relax from the stress of their lives. Mountain biking will be taught at each outing. Some locations include: Almaden Quicksilver Park, Saratoga Gap, and Fremont Older Park.
PORTUGUESE CLUB
The purpose of the Portuguese club is to develop our experience of this amazing culture! In this club we will go on field trips to soccer games, and Portuguese festivities (including the Holy Ghost and the Sao Joao Festival). We will also visit Portuguese communities throughout the Bay Area.
SASA – SOUTH ASIAN STUDENT ASSOCIATION
The main goal of the South Asian Student Association (SASA) is to spread awareness of the South Asian Culture throughout Mitty. Every year, the number of South Asian students at Mitty increases, and this club is a good way to diversify their high school experience. Hopefully, students can expand their social circle with students of a common interest through various events planned for the year. This club isn’t limited to the South Asian students…it is welcoming to students of various backgrounds that wish to simply see new faces and discover new cultures.
SCIENCE FICTION CLUB
This club is for students who have an interest in any aspect of science fiction. We see first-run movies, watch videos, go to exhibits or conventions and have a game day each semester. Topics related to science and fantasy are discussed. Anyone who likes science fiction is welcome to join.
SCRAPBOOKING CLUB
The Scrapbook Club is a fun community of students who enjoy putting their memories on paper. Whether you have ever made a scrapbook or not, you are welcome to join our group. We have some materials to share and we would be happy to help you get started. We enjoy sharing our creative endeavors, our time, and our friendship. Scrapping sessions usually happen after school or on Saturday mornings, and this year we are looking at a weekend away to scrap all day!!! Come join the fun.
SELF-DEFENSE CLUB
The purpose of the self defense club is to learn how to defend yourself against both unarmed and armed attacked. You will learn to protect yourself using your hands, feet, knees, and elbows as well as how to disarm someone who attempts to harm you with a gun, knife, or stick. Being able to protect yourself requires being in good shape, so the training involves an intense physical workout while simultaneously learning the proper technique to defend yourself when necessary.
SKI AND SNOWBOARD CLUB
The ski and snowboard club is the perfect club for the beginner to expert skier or snowboarder. The club takes an average of four trips a year to the premiere Tahoe and Sierra resorts. With waxing and tuning workshops plus movie days, the ski and snowboard club is the perfect way to have fun this winter season.
Come and enjoy the best (only) snow sports club around!
THE SOCIETY FOR THE APPRECIATION OF MOTION PICTURES
The purpose of the self defense club is to learn how to defend yourself against both unarmed and armed attacked. You will learn to protect yourself using your hands, feet, knees, and elbows as well as how to disarm someone who attempts to harm you with a gun, knife, or stick. Being able to protect yourself requires being in good shape, so the training involves an intense physical workout while simultaneously learning the proper technique to defend yourself when necessary.
STUDENTS ABOVE THE INFLUENCE
The purpose of our club is to establish a group of people who openly admit to being above the influence of dugs, as well as provide those people with a place to meet others like them and create friendships by meeting together for sober fun. Our mission is to raise awareness of the detrimental effects of drug and alcohol use and abuse as well as provide an environment to escape peer pressure and be an example of all to see.
TABLE TENNIS CLUB
The purpose of our Table Tennis (ping pong) club is to provide another stage on which Mitty athletes can shine. Table Tennis is a highly popular international sport and demands a great deal of focus, discipline, and coordination. This club will be open to everyone, being a safe and fun environment for students to make friends and enhance their table tennis skills.
We plan to hold table tennis tournaments which will allow students to test their skills against Mitty’s finest. Also, the club leaders will demonstrate various techniques and teach the official rules to everyone in the club, which will promote fair, yet competitive play. In addition to traditional play, we will teach other forms of table tennis which include games with up to several players.
ULTIMATE FRISBEE CLUB
The Ultimate Frisbee Club provides an opportunity for AMHS students of all skill levels to participate in the fast and competitive game of Ultimate Frisbee. Official club games are scheduled for various Friday afternoons throughout the school year at John Mise Park. The Ultimate Frisbee Club also hosts off-campus trips to Disc Golf courses in the Bay Area. In the past, the club has played at the courses at Hellyer Park in San Jose and the DelaVega park in Santa Cruz. All students with an interest in Frisbee are welcome.
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