Clubs and Activities

Advisor:  Ms. Ogle

ASB is our student leadership class/club at Silverton High School. Our goal is to empower students to lead with purpose, while promoting school spirit and fostering a positive campus culture through student-driven initiatives. 

We plan many different events, from celebrating sports/activities/clubs to assemblies to community events to all school-wide events. We encourage all Silverton High School students to get involved!

Advisor:  Ms. Cassim

ASL, or American Sign Language, is an important skill we hope to cultivate here at Silverton High! This club aims to improve communication skills, increase inclusivity, learn new things, and have fun!

In the ASL Club, we will participate in ASL games, practice ASL with fellow peers, learn about current ASL events, and have discussions in ASL!

Advisor:  Mr. Mandish

AC/MC (Art Club/Murals Club) focuses primarily on mural work around the school, but students may come in during club time to work on their own artistic projects. AC/MC works to beautify the school, build community, and inspire creativity through murals and personal artwork.

Advisor: Mr. Rofelty

The Auto Shop Club is a group of students with a common interest – CARS! The students put together and organize the Annual Car Show. The club is open to anyone.

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Advisor: Mr. Nelson

Advisor: Mrs. Roth

You will read a wide variety of books while engaging in book discussions and competitions with peers. If you love to read and enjoy the fun of a reading competition, see Mrs. Roth to sign up!

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Advisor: Mrs. Skondin

Choir Club is more than just a club for singing. While that is what we love, it's also about community, building confidence, teamwork, trust, and cultivating a lifelong love of music!

Advisor:  Mrs. Craig-Fore

If you enjoy creative writing and want to share your work or build your skills, this is the club for you! Multiple competitions are hosted throughout the year focusing on various genres including poetry and short stories.  All experience levels are welcome.

Advisor:  Mrs. Sinn

Cru (Campus Crusade for Christ) is a national organization that helps students grow in their faith, create friendships, and make a positive difference in the world.

Advisor: Ms. Schmidt

The theater program at SHS is well known for its quality productions. Meetings are held monthly and open to any students who wish to participate in theater. Students are responsible for the three main stage shows and the Black Box show every year. The group also participates in other events, including attending other high school shows and various programs at SHS as well as running the sound and lights at events in the auditorium. Participants can earn admittance into the Silver Mask Thespian Society and an SHS Activity Letter for their participation in theater.

Advisor:  Ms. Alford

DND (Dungeons and Dragons) meets to play a role-playing fantasy game where you can play with friends and create your own adventures however you want.

Advisor:  Mrs. Stolfus

Come join a science club that is focused on environmental projects and learning about the planet we live on!

Advisor: Mr. Craig

FBLA is the largest career technical student organization in the world, and it is designed to help prepare students for careers in business and business-related fields. This organization gives students the chance to learn about the business community as they prepare to become a part of it by developing business competencies. They learn to lead and participate in group discussion, preside at meetings and conferences, work effectively within committees, and engage in practical problem solving and decision making. Projects include professional, civic, service, career development, and social awareness activities. Students are also eligible to compete in a wide variety of business, technology, and multimedia events at the district, state, and national levels throughout the school year.

Advisor: Mr. Towery & Mrs. Baker

The FFA Organization has changed with the times. Once standing for the Future Farmers of America, it now is an organization devoted to teaching students leadership, citizenship, and career-related skills. FFA is the largest youth leadership organization in the world. Silverton FFA is a chance for students to explore their own interests with an amazing diversity of subjects. FFA will have more than enough opportunities if you are willing: travel, earn money, scholarships, personal growth, competitions, community service, fun, and friendships. We invite you to be a part of our outstanding organization!

Visit the Silverton FFA Website to learn more and contact Advisors!

Advisor:  Ms. Turner

The Silverton High School Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is a student-led club that is designed to support students of all identities looking for a place to feel safe and welcome. The purpose of the club is to create a non-judgmental and accepting space for students and promote safety and equality for students who are members of the LGBTQ community.

Advisor:  Mrs. Bahr

Interact is for students interested in service to the school and community. It is affiliated with the Silverton Rotary Club. Some of our recent service projects have included raking leaves for senior citizens, helping with the community food drive, adopting a Christmas family, and working on the Habitat for Humanity House. Any student is welcome to participate in our activities.

Advisor:  Mrs. Emmert

Do you want to give back to your school and community? Do you want to be a part of a meaningful group with a common goal?

Key Club helps Kiwanis carry out its mission to serve the children of the world. High school Key Club members perform acts of service in the community, such as cleaning up parks, collecting clothing, and organizing food drives. They also learn leadership skills by running meetings, planning projects, and holding elected leadership positions. We welcome anyone who wants to help others and have a great time doing so.  Involvement is great for resumes and scholarships, but it is also a fun, meaningful way to be part of a community and help people.

Advisor:  Mr. Rivera

This is a club for all students who have an interest in the Hispanic culture. Members will become culturally aware of the Hispanic heritage and participate in activities such as fiestas, cultural events, and community involvement.

Advisors: Mrs. Bullock & Mrs. Skondin

Link Crew is a program that welcomes the freshman class on the first day of school and continues to support them throughout their first year of high school. Link Crew is made up of juniors and seniors who want to lead the school and help build a strong community and positive atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. Link Crew Leaders are students identified as positive role models who are responsible, have leadership qualities, are kind, and, most importantly, want to give back to their school community. For those interested in getting involved, Link Crew applications will open in May for the following school year.

Advisor:  Mrs. Craig-Fore

The Model UN club is a student organization that simulates the United Nations. Members research global issues, assume the roles of delegates from different countries, and debate these topics to develop resolutions, fostering skills in research, public speaking, critical thinking, and diplomacy, ultimately preparing them for Model United Nations conferences, where they role-play as these countries. Types of activities include: specialized research, persuasive writing, debating, and engaging in competitions.

Advisor:  Mrs. Bay

Membership is open to those students in grades 11 and 12 who meet the required standards in four areas of evaluation:  scholarship, leadership, service, and character.  The national offices of NHS set the selection standards, which we have revised to meet our local chapter's needs. A five-member Faculty Council selects qualified students each fall for this honor. For more information on standards and qualifications, please contact Mrs. Bay.

Advisor:  Mrs. Powell

Love being outside? Come hike, ski, explore, and be with us in nature! We’ll also team up with other clubs to do cool service projects that give back to the community. This club will equip you with the tools to build your community and land you inhabit. There will also be numerous opportunities for community service hours. Through the experience learned in this club, you could be able to obtain the skills that will allow you to have a grounding in future career aspirations in the environmental science and conservation fields.

Advisor:  Mrs. Traeger

SHS’s Red Cross Club is an extension of the local Red Cross unit (Willamette Chapter). Therefore, aside from opportunities for training and leadership development, students will have the ability to choose mission-related activities that address their community’s needs while delivering the life-saving services of the Red Cross. The Red Cross is the largest international humanitarian organization in the world and has many unique opportunities to act locally while simultaneously being a part of a global movement. To join the Red Cross Club students, need to complete the online application process to become a Red Cross Volunteer. The SHS Club sponsors blood drives, does elementary school preparedness presentations, and participates in disaster response and recovery planning and service.

Advisor:  Mr. Cross

Advisor:  Mr. Boyd

Skate Club is a club that works to cultivate skateboarding skills, learn about the mechanics of skateboarding, and cultivate the interest you may have in this skill!

Advisor:  Mrs. Powell

Ever wonder what’s out there? Join us for stargazing parties, space talks, and fun nights exploring the universe together!

Advisor:  Mr. Stewart

The purpose of the Speech and Debate Team is to develop the student’s speaking abilities in debate and/or a variety of individual events. The Speech and Debate Team, a member of the Oregon High School Speech League, the OSAA, and the National Forensic League, competes with schools from around the Pacific Northwest. Daylong speech tournaments are typically held on Saturdays during the competitive season. Speech and Debate Team members may earn an activity letter for their participation over the course of the school year.