By: Sami Scot
Kicking off the 2024-2025 school year, HBHS has 109 clubs in total. On Oct. 3 HBHS held the annual Club Rush event. Through 15 curricular clubs, 16 health clubs, 32 service clubs, 12 culture clubs, 5 competition clubs, and 29 student interest clubs, there is unquestionably a club that’s right for you.
Each club is unique to its own, from learning the ins and outs of real estate to studying the history of global dishes. Getting involved in a club is a great way to meet other students who have interests alike.
Let’s dive deeper into Club Rush 2024.
High School Alliance of Future Physicians (HSAFP)
Navigating through high school knowing you want to pursue a healthcare career but not knowing how to get started can be frustrating. Through HSAFP you can take the first steps of your Healthcare career by working with real-world doctors, exploring mentorships, and developing leadership and collaboration skills.
HSAFP’s junior club President Aanya Sareen said, “The (HSAFP) is a nationwide club dedicated to helping high school students navigate the journey toward a career in medicine by offering volunteering experiences and in-person health-related events.”
If you’re interested in getting in contact or learning more about them, you can check out the official High School Alliance of Future Physicians website: HSAFP
Safe Space Society
If you’re interested in helping the youth in the Huntington Beach community, Safe Space Society is the club for you. You can help create lifelong memories and friendships for children in youth shelters.
HBHS junior club president Malena Pham said, “Safe Space Society is a nonprofit club that connects with youth shelters all over Orange County to help the kids in our community by providing them with supplies and toys they might need and spending time with them.”
If you’re interested in getting in contact or learning more about them, you can check out the Safe Space Society Instagram page: @hbhs.safespacesociety
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
FCA is a Christian club targeted towards athletes.
If you’re an athlete who wants to share your faith, this club is for you. Everyone is encouraged to join and meet fellow Christian athletes.
HBHS Senior Club President said, “FCA is a club where anyone is welcomed, but mainly targeted towards Christian Athletes. We have guest speakers come in ranging from professional athletes to local youth pastors. We encourage one another to live out our faith in Jesus and how to do so by being an athlete!”
If you’re interested in getting in contact or learning more about them, you can check out the Fellowship of Christian Athletes Instagram page: @hbhs.fca
The G.O.A.T.S
The Huntington Beach community has lots of love for animals. With The G.O.A.T.S. you can volunteer and meet some of our local farm life at the Goldenview Elementary School farm. It’s an amazing opportunity to learn more about the animals kept on the farm.
HBHS Club President Junior Athena Warfield said,” People should join The G.O.A.T.S club because it offers a unique chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of animals. It’s perfect for anyone who loves animals and wants to spend their time helping them. Plus, it’s a great way to earn volunteer hours, meet other animal lovers, and gain hands-on experience in animal care.”
If you’re interested in getting in contact or learning more about them, you can check out The G.O.A.T.S page: @the.hbhs.g.o.a.t.s
The Final Takeaway
Thank you to all who participated in club rush, and we hope you found the club for you. There are many ways to get involved in a community, and if you didn’t get the chance to sign up at Club Rush, make sure to check out all of our amazing clubs.
Here’s a link to all of the informational club slides: 24-25 HBHS Clubs.
Read more at: Hbslick.com