Art Council Art Council focuses on creating and promoting arts awareness within Newmarket High School through a variety of events and activities. The council consists of over 90 students including 16 student positions on an executive team who have opportunities to take on leadership roles within the general council. The art council provides a safe and inclusive environment for students to make new friends, make art while experiencing a sense of belonging. Events are centred around student interest, holidays, advocacy and fundraising. The council also assists with the bi-annual student art show. Instagram THEARTS@NHS Instagram @ARTCOUNCILNHS | Meeting Day - Monday (Executive) Wednesday (General Council) Time - 2:45 - 4:00 pm Location - 113, 114, Cafe Staff Advisors - Amanda Miller, Elena Kontozis, Stephanie Coleman | |
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Athletic Council Athletic council will be made up of students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 with a passion for health and physical activity as well as sport. You will work together as a team to deliver events that interest the student body and promote spirit! You will also be involved in helping to organize and facilitate intramurals for the school. | Meeting day - Thursday morning Time - 7:45 am Location - outside the gym Staff Advisor - Cherie Cathcart | |
Best Buddies To facilitate inclusivity and build community with the general student population and those with special needs.
| Staff Advisor - Ms. Santo Time - Weekly Room 233 | |
Black Student Alliance (BSA) Our club promotes and advocates for the rights of Black students, while educating the NHS community on anti-black racism. It is also a vehicle for Black students to have a safe place to connect and build relationships. We focus on student interest, discussing available supports and ways to make a difference. | Meeting day - twice a month Time: after school and at lunch Location: 114 Staff Advisors: Jocelyn Yu, Amanda Miller, Elena Kontozis
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Book Club Book club focuses on providing a space for students to learn, read and socialize with each other. We bond over our love of reading by engaging in book talks, various activities and reading initiatives. Students have a chance to share their favourite books and to try reading something new. Anyone with a love of reading is encouraged to join! | Meeting day - Wednesday (twice a month) Time - 2:45 - 3:45 pm Location - Library Staff Advisor - Michelle Curran Google Classroom: 5hawvhw | |
Care Club Caribbean, African, Respect Equity Our club promotes and advocates for the rights of black students, while educating the NHS community on anti-black racism. It is also a vehicle for black students to have a safe place to connect, chat and build relationships. We focus on student interest, discussing available supports and ways to make a difference. | Meeting day -Pending (still in process of setting up) Time - after school and at lunch Location - 114 Staff Advisor - Amanda Miller/Elena Kontozis Student Advisor: Community Mentor: | |
Coding Club Coding Club prepares students for the Waterloo Canadian Computing Competition through student-led lessons, activities, and coding challenges. Participants collaborate to enhance their programming skills, tackle competition-style problems, and build confidence in problem-solving. | Meeting day - Mondays excluding the first Monday of every month Time: 2:50 pm to 4:00 pm Location: Room 305 Staff Advisors: Matthew Ierfino
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Computer Science Club | Meeting day - Mondays excluding staff meetings Time - 2:50 pm to 4:05 pm Location - Room 305 Staff Advisors - Gord Payne, Matthew Ierfino | |
Debate Club If you were to ask all of the members of the NHS debate team what the club’s mission is, you’d get at least 40 different answers. This isn’t a product of indecision, rather, a symbol of our true mission - to provide a joyful place for debating, games, and socializing that’s welcoming to anyone and fun for everyone, no matter their experience, interests, or distinct personality. We also offer a variety of competitive experiences from the Ethics Bowl to inter-school competitions. If you are interested in joining the mission, follow our Instagram @debatenhs for meeting updates and opportunities! | Meeting day - Mondays except for first week of month (Friday - due to staff meeting) Time - 2:50 - 4:15 pm Location - Cafeteria/Library Staff Advisor: Alyssa Salamat
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DECA
| Meeting Day - Time - Location - Staff Advisor - Ms. Pownall/Mr. Tam | |
Drama Club
| Meeting day Wednesday Time - 2:50 - 3:45 Location - Drama Room 111 Staff Advisors - Sue Hallworth, Marek Przemieniecki | |
Dungeons and Dragons Club A place to play Dungeons and Dragons, develop storytelling techniques and build community
| Meeting day - Tuesdays Time: after school Location - Room 337 Staff Advisor - Mr. Spremulli
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East Asian Student Association
| Meeting day - twice a month Time - afterschool Location - Room 101 Staff Advisor - Alyssa Salamat | |
Eco Council Eco Council creates an opportunity for student leaders at NHS to promote environmental awareness and activism in a changing world. Eco initiatives are decided on by our council and completed throughout the school year. This allows students to participate in real world initiatives that make a difference and help to create the green leaders of tomorrow. Anyone with a passion for our planet is welcome at the Eco Council! | Meeting day - Tuesdays (Executive and General Council) Time - 2:50 pm Location - Room 322 Staff Advisor - Ms. Pratt Google Classroom: 4fnaxyr | |
Fundraising Club The club will foster a sense of belonging and encourage students to support their peers and local communities. We will support a diverse range of equitable inclusive causes, benefiting various members of the school community. | Meetings weekly throughout first semester Staff Advisor - Marek Przemieniecki
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Gender Sexuality Alliance | Meeting day - Wednesday Time - lunch Location - Library Classroom Staff Advisor - Charlotte Hawkswell | |
GRAD Book Club
| Staff Advisor – Sarah Hoult | |
Healthy Schools Council | Staff Advisor - Sheri Tanner, Julie Laidlaw, Anca Prince
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Hispanic Student Alliance Club Celebrate Hispanic and Latin American culture, promote inclusion and create a supportive community. | Meeting day – Thursdays Time – Location – Staff Advisor – Mr. Cunningham | |
HOSA HOSA is an organization that aims to help students interested in becoming a health professional to gain knowledge, skills training and leadership development through competition. Students registered with HOSA Canada will have access to their virtual workshops and may choose to participate/compete in the fall and spring leadership conferences. | Meeting day - TBD Time - TBD Location - Rm 339 Staff Advisor - Jen Brkic | |
HOSA Health Science Club This club will engage students and provide them with resources related to health science. Students will be provided with the opportunity to participate in health science and biology competitions. | Meeting day - Wednesday Room - 211 Staff Advisor - Mr. Stephens | |
Indigenous Awareness Council Our mission is to foster a deeper understanding and appreciation of Indigenous cultures, histories, and contemporary issues within our school community. Through education, advocacy, and respectful engagement, we strive to raise awareness about significant Indigenous days, celebrate cultural diversity, and promote meaningful dialogue. By empowering students to actively support Indigenous hopes and aspirations, we aim to create an inclusive environment where Indigenous perspectives are valued and respected. | Teacher supervisors - Jo-Ann Mathon and Michelle Curran Meeting dates - Tuesdays (when needed) Time - 2:50 Room 329 | |
Jewish Student Alliance This club will provide a safe space for Jewish students and value their voice, accomplishments and concerns. The club will also seek to positively showcase the Jewish community in Newmarket and York Region as a whole. | Meeting day - Wednesdays Time: 2:45 to 3;30 pm Location: Rm 211 Staff Advisor: Ms. Mendelson | |
Language Exchange Conglomerate Promote community wellness, inclusivity and equity. Focus on bringing forward student assets, particularly those of Multiple Language Learners, in an environment of learning and creates a volunteer opportunity for those needing hours. | Meeting Day - Wednesdays Time - after school Location - room 218 Staff Advisor - Ms. Davis | |
Law Team (Mock Trial) Mock Trial is an educational program where students simulate real court cases, taking on roles such as lawyers, witnesses, clerks, and judges. It helps develop critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork while deepening understanding of the legal system. Participants prepare opening and closing statements, conduct direct and cross-examinations, and analyze evidence. Competing against other schools, students gain confidence, legal knowledge, and advocacy skills in a dynamic, courtroom-like environment. | Meeting day - TBA (Mock Trial occurs in second semester) Time - TBA Google Classroom Code: ac7wmm5 Location - Staff Advisor: Alyson Pownall | |
Math Club Math Club provides a space for students in grades 9 through 12 to develop their math skills through collaboration and problem-solving. Students will participate in vertical problem solving, discussions, and math contest preparation through reviewing and solving past math contest questions. Please note that Math Club and math contests run independently from each other; joining the math club does not mean automatic registration into the math contests. | Meeting day - Every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month Time - 3pm - 4 pm Location - Room 303 Google Meet Classroom code: zn6zneh Staff Advisor - Ricci Tam | |
Movie Club Movie Club is dedicated to providing a creative outlet to all students of Newmarket High School. Students will explore various forms of cinematography, acting, storylines, and more much. They will also have the opportunity to share their opinions regarding social justice issues that are relevant in today’s society. Students will have the chance to respectfully debate their opinions on certain aspects of the chosen films with their peers. | Meeting day - Every other Wednesday Time: 2:50 pm - 3:30 pm Location: Room 328 Staff Advisor: Sheri Tanner | |
Music Council Music Council is open to all music students who are interested in being involved with organizing events for our Department. We hold events such as Coffee House, Concerts, fun theme nights, the Musical, and Music Banquet. Instagram: NHSMusicYRDSB | Meeting Day - Mondays after school Time - 2:50 - 3:30 pm Location: room 108 Staff Advisor: Cheryl Cline & Olivia Werden | |
Muslim Students Association Community service initiatives to promote a positive view of the Muslim community of York Region. | Meeting day - Time: Location: Staff Advisors: Ms. Hayashi | |
Newscast Newscast is the official student produced video broadcast of NHS. Newscast brings announcements as well as ‘news from the hallways’ to our school community. It lets students interested in pre-production planning, reporting, filming and editing experience the fast paced environment of producing the news. | Meeting day - Wednesdays Location: 221 Staff Advisor: Ms. Zver/Mr. Sadouski, Ms. Mitchell | |
Nijigen Club A group that celebrates Japanese Culture (song, animation, video games) | Meeting day - Friday’s Time: 3:00 pm Location: Room 108 Staff Advisors: Mr. Stephens | |
Persian Student Alliance The club fosters an inclusive environment that supports cultural expression and mutual understanding among students. | Meeting day: Time: Location: Staff Advisor: Ms Shariat | |
Personal Finance Club This club will focus on teaching financial literacy, investing etc…. | Meeting day - Thursday Time: afterschool Staff Advisor - Ms. Pownall | |
Photography Club
| Meeting day - every other Wednesday Time - Location - Room 118 Staff Advisor - Ms. Coleman | |
Robotics Club / Team The Robotics Club is a group of students dedicated to learning and applying STEM and Engineering principles to solve challenges and build robots. Over the year we participate in competitions and learn useful skills. | Meeting day - Wednesday and Thursday Time: 2:50 pm Location: Library Staff Advisor: Mr. Tam | |
Scholar Centre This club promotes student well-being and academic success by helping students develop healthy, effective study habits and balance school with personal life. | Meeting day - Thursday Time - afterschool Room - 227 Staff Advisor - Ms. Taylor | |
Ski Club Recreational club that takes students skiing after school on four Fridays in the winter (Typically two in December and two in February). Students of all abilities are welcome and lessons are part of the package for all participants. Equipment Rentals available. | 4 Fridays in the winter (After school) Location: Blue Mountain Staff Advisor: Mr. Przemieniecki
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STEM Club The STEM club helps build problem solving and teamwork skills. They will explore STEM concepts and encourage curiosity and learning. | Meeting day - Thursdays Time: afterschool Location: Room 224 Staff Advisor: Ms. Douglas/Ms. Cork | |
Think in Ink Inspire creativity, collaboration and the unity of varying people and perspectives. A creative writing club to expand, both writing skills and imagination, through engaging activities. | Meeting day - Time - Location – Library Classroom Staff Advisor - Mr. Przemieneicki | |
Video Game Club | Meeting day - Tuesday Time: 2:50-4:00 Location: Room 314 Staff Advisor: Mr. Ierfino/Mr. Bayda | |
Voices Unleashed A literacy club that supports the development of confidence, inclusivity, as well as, the enhancement of communication between peers. | Meeting day - Fridays Time - 3:00-4:30 pm Location - Room 210 | |
Wind Ensemble The Wind Ensemble will build community, creativity, and school spirit within NHS. This club will create a welcoming community for students passionate about music. | Meeting day - Thursday Time - afterschool Room 107 Staff Advisor - Ms. Cline | |
Youth Alive
| Meeting day - Monday Time - after school Location - Room 108 Staff Advisor - Ms. Werden | |