Black Student Union Advisor:
Elisa Jones
E-mail: elisajones@upsd83.org
Please be patient with us. These pages are currently undergoing construction.
Clubs are now listed below!
If you have questions, please contact us.
Current Events Club strives to create a passion for learning about current events with a focus on civil discussion, research, and forming one’s own well-informed opinions on current events. Also, we actively help out in the community in order to help resolve modern, prevalent issues in our community through volunteering for organizations and others in need due to current events. Lastly, we promote a sense of community among the students through the awareness of current events scaling from small to large (school to globally)
Current Events Advisors:
Jeremy Molinaro: jmolinaro@upsd83.org
Club Presidents: Yuna S. & Carinna H.
Meeting dates/times: Every other Wednesday
Meeting Location: RM 205
Follow us on Instagram: @chs.currentevents
Please contact an advisor for more information.
The Asian Pacific Union (APU) Club is a student-led organization that celebrates and promotes the cultural diversity of Asian and Pacific Islander communities. It aims to foster cultural awareness, understanding, and appreciation through various activities, such as cultural events, social gatherings, food and community service. The club provides a space for students to connect, share experiences, and explore their heritage, while also inviting others to learn and engage with Asian and Pacific Islander cultures.
Asian Pacific Union Advisors:
Erica Rollosson: erollosson@upsd83.org
Imee Jackson: ijackson@upsd83.org
Club President: Tristan R.
Meeting dates/times: Every other Tuesday, Starting Sept. 24th, 2024
Meeting Location: CCRC- RM 102
Follow us on Instagram: @curtishighschool_apu
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Band club is an extension of all the Band classes on campus.
Band Advisor:
Randy Qualls: rqualls@upsd83.org
Club President: Sean M.
Meeting dates/times: We meet before varsity football and basketball games.
Meeting Location: RM 108
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Black Student Union Advisor:
Elisa Jones
E-mail: elisajones@upsd83.org
Board Game and D&D Club:
D&D and Board Game Club is a place when students can come to socialize in the setting of learning how to play and playing Dungeons & Dragons, other RPGs, and tabletop games. All skill levels are welcome.
Advisor: Kyle Reinke: kreinke@upsd83.org
Club President: Quinn F.
Meeting dates/times: Every Thursday
Meeting Location: RM 404
Please contact advisor for more information.
Curtis Cheerleaders provide crowd involvement and sideline cheers at football games as well for our boys and girls basketball games. Our cheerleaders focus on school spirit and leadership while showing support for other sports teams and clubs at Curtis. We look forward to enhancing our role in the community with outreach opportunities. .
Cheerleaders learn cheers, chants, dances, jumps, stunting, and competitive routines to showcase throughout the year at games, assemblies, competitions and community events.
Our mission is to increase school pride, community involvement, and academic success.
Cheer Advisor: Brittany Bibby bbibby@upsd83.org
253.566.5710 ext. 2160
Assistant Coaches: Covanni Calabrese and Kennedy Collins
You can send donations to Curtis High School: 8425 40th St W, University Place, WA 98466
Make checks payable to Curtis High School and send ATTN: ASB Bookkeeper.
Chess Club
The chess club is a student-led organization where members gather to learn, practice, and play chess. The club meets after school every Thursday and offers opportunities for players of all skill levels to improve their game through friendly matches. Chess clubs also provide a social environment where students can connect with peers who share a passion for the game.
Chess Advisor:
Erica Rollosson: erollosson@upsd83.org
Club President: Sean M.
Meeting dates/times: Every Thursday, Starting October 10th, 2024
Meeting Location: CCRC- RM 103
Craft Club
The Craft Club is a student-led organization where members explore and create various forms of arts and crafts. It provides a fun, social environment for students to express themselves artistically, develop new skills. Students may also attend meetings to work on their own projects while connecting with their peers who share similar passions.
Craft Advisor:
Erica Rollosson: erollosson@upsd83.org
Club President: Sophia E.
Meeting dates/times: Every other Tuesday, Starting October 1st, 2024
Meeting Location: CCRC- RM 103
Dance Club
Dance Club is a place to enjoy learning and performing short dances in a variety of styles.
Dance Advisor:
Lauren Molinaro: lmolinaro@upsd83.org
Club President: Jinny K. & Ethan Y.
Meeting dates/times: Every other Wednesday
Meeting Location: Resource Room- 200
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Performance-based Club celebrating dance. Auditions in November. Performances in late February.
Danceblast Advisor:
Lauren Molinaro: lmolinaro@upsd83.org
Meeting dates/times: Practices vary
Meeting Location: Locations vary
Danceblast Website -Find the cast list here!
Please contact an advisor for more information.
The DECA classroom is a learning experience like no other. Students can explore the real-life impact of their decisions, participate in activities where they can make a difference in their community, and develop leadership skills that will last a lifetime.
The Marketing classroom is the DECA member's home base, and DECA is an integral component of the class experience. Their Marketing teacher, also called the DECA Advisor, is always there to listen, encourage and guide student's achievements. DECA Advisors spend hours with students helping them discover their strengths. These special teachers are often remembered by their students not only as a teacher, but as a role model and mentor. DECA classroom activities are exciting because they go far beyond textbook learning.
Members participate in operating their school stores, working in teams on various projects, and become involved in Civic activities where they make important contributions to their communities.
DECA also connects students to the world of business outside the classroom. Our goal is to give students hands-on experience in the fields of Marketing, Business, and Entrepreneurship, CHS DECA teaches leadership characteristics that mold high school students into character driven leaders.
DECA Advisor:
Darin Ringenbach: dringenbach@upsd83.org
Club President: Riley L.
Meeting dates/times: In class and the 2nd Wednesday monthly.
Meeting Location: RM 301
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Drama club is an organization that puts on 4 productions every year, students can perform or participate as backstage crew.
Thespian Society is a theatre honor society where students can compete nationally in theatrical events.
Drama & Thespian Advisor:
Nena Curley: ncurley@upsd83.org
Club President: Niya P..
Meeting dates/times: Varies, no regular meetings. Contact Ms. Curley for information.
Meeting Location: CHS Theater
Follow us on Instagram: @viking_dramaclub
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Drumline is a group of students that provides drumming entertainment for sports, school and community events.
Drumline Advisor:
Randy Qualls: rqualls@upsd83.org
Club President: Zach C.
Meeting dates/times: Tuesdays from 2:00-3:00
Meeting Location: RM 108
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Environmental Club is a place were students can come learn about and take action toward helping restore and preserver the natural beauty of Earth.
Environmental Club Advisor:
Kyle Reinke: kreinke@upsd83.org
Club President: Aileen K. & Amber L..
Meeting dates/times: Every other Wednesday at 2:30 pm
Meeting Location: RM 404
Follow us on Instagram: @students_for_the_environment
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Fellowship of Christian Athletes focuses on serving local communities around the globe by engaging, equipping, and empowering coaches and athletes to unite, inspire, and change the world through the gospel. Curtis FCA desires to be a light on campus through serving, teamwork, excellence, and integrity.
FCA Advisors:
Sarah Hannula: shannula@upsd83.org
Emma Janousek: ejanousek@upsd83.org
Club President: Rubylove K. & Kale B.
Meeting dates/times: Every Friday- First and Second Lunch
Meeting Location: Weight Room or RM 408
Please contact an advisor for more information.
Provide opportunities to play sports with classmates in a positive and encouraging environment that promotes making new friends, demonstrating Viking PRIDE and competing.
Sports Advisor:
Jeremy Molinaro: jmolinaro@upsd83.org
Club President: N/A
Meeting dates/times: Event Planning will be held every other Tuesday, Intramural Tournament events will be the week between WIAA sport seasons.
Meeting Location: RM 205, Gym, Stadium
Please contact an advisor for more information.
We explore Japanese culture and traditions. Activities include learning how to wear yukata (traditional clothes), making origami decorations, learning how to make traditional food, and preparing for the multicultural assembly.
Japanese Club Advisor:
Haruka Fujiwara: hfujiwara@upsd83.org
Club President: Quintin C.
Meeting dates/times: 9/25, 10/16, 11/21, 12/11, Cherry blossom viewing picnic (sometime in March-April), 5/28, and more meetings when needed
Meeting Location: RM 203 or 200 Resource
Follow us on Instagram: @curtis_jpclub
Please contact an advisor for more information.
PRIDE Club provides a safe space and activities for students who identify as LGBTQIA+, are allies, or co-conspirators.
Advisor:
Aaron McDonald: amcdonald@upsd83.org
President: Brynn E.
Meeting dates/times: Wednesdays
Meeting Location: RM 406
Please contact the advisor for more information
Key Club is a student led organization whose members aim to make the world a better place through service. Members are provided with opportunities to serve their community, build character, and develop leadership.
Key Club Advisor:
Imee Jackson: ijackson@upsd83.org
Club President: Ryan H.
Meeting dates/times: 2nd and 4th Thursday of each month
Meeting Location: RM 203 or 200 Resource
Follow us on Instagram: @curtis_jpclub
Please contact an advisor for more information.
A space where students get to talk about extended math concepts and prepare for math competitions.
Math Club Advisor:
Alex Putnam: aputnam@upsd83.org
Club President: Gloria S.
Meeting dates/times: Monday
Meeting Location: RM 405
Follow us on Instagram: @the.math.lab_
Please contact an advisor for more information.
National Honor Society is a national program eligible to high school students who demonstrate scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
NHS Advisors:
Kyle Reinke: kreinke@upsd83.org
Club President: Yuna S.
Meeting dates/times: First Tuesday of each Month at 2:30 pm
Meeting Location: Library
Instagram: @VikingNHS
Please contact an advisor for more information.
NJROTC 8th Grade Club is designed for 8th grade students wanting to participate in NJROTC prior to taking the class in 9th grade. Participating in NJROTC in 8th grade club cadets are involved in the community and supports events and organizations in the South Sound area. They are also able to start earning ribbins and promotions within the NJROTC program.
NJROTC Advisor:
Michael Kindred: mkindred@upsd83.org
Club President: Cadet Commander Mira Shapiro
Meeting dates/times: Every Thursday at 2:15
Meeting Location: Room 467
Students involved in orchestra have at least 5 years experience on an orchestral stringed instrument.
Orchestra Advisor:
Matthew Grenzner: mgrenzner@upsd83.org
Club President: Gari G.
Meeting dates/times: Daily during 5th and 6th periods.
Meeting Location: RM 108
Please contact an advisor for more information.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Science Bowl® is a nationwide academic competition that tests students’ knowledge in all areas of science and mathematics. Middle and high school student teams from diverse backgrounds are comprised of four students, one alternate, and a teacher who serves as an advisor and coach. These teams face-off in a fast-paced question-and-answer format, being tested on a range of science disciplines including biology, chemistry, Earth science, physics, energy, and math.
Science Knowledge Bowl Advisor:
Tess Goodnight: tgoodnight@upsd83.org
Club President: Patrick C.
Meeting dates/times: Every other Wednesday
Meeting Location: RM 410
Please contact an advisor for more information.
We produce the Curtis high School yearbook.
Yearbook Advisor:
Caleb Galbreath: cgalbreath@upsd83.org
Club President: August S. & Taylor C.
Meeting dates/times: Ask Advisor
Meeting Location: RM 471
Instagram: @chs_valhalla
Please contact an advisor for more information.