Co-Curriculars
Theodore Roosevelt High School offers students an opportunity to participate in programs together with their academic schedule known as CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES. A co-curricular activity is defined as a club or group that forms, meets, or practices at times other than or in addition to the regular school day and school year. Academic competition teams, athletics, career education clubs, general opening activities, and honorary organizations are some general categories of co-curricular activities in which students may participate. You will find the complete list below.
Participation in these co-curricular activities is a choice that students should make in cooperation with parents as they do take time. It is believed that a strong student activities program makes school life richer and more rewarding, and adherence to certain behavioral codes enhances an individual student’s patterns of living. Every participant in co-curricular activities is expected to adhere to the rules of TRHS and conduct himself/herself as a good citizen within the school and community at all times.
Many of these activities can be restricted and a student’s participation can be terminated based on the Kent City Schools Student Conduct Code, TRHS Student-Parent Handbook, TRHS Academic Eligibility Requirements, TRHS Co-Curricular Student Activity Conduct Code, as well as the requirements of the specific co-curricular organizations to which they belong.
- Academic Competition Teams
- Athletics
- Career Education Clubs
- Classes
- Classroom Related Activities
- General Opening Activities
- Honorary Organizations
- Performing Arts Activities
ACADEMIC COMPETITION TEAMS
Academic Challenge/Quiz Bowl
Craig Foreman, Advisor
This activity is sponsored by TV Channel 5 in Cleveland. Each school in the Greater Cleveland/Greater Akron area is encouraged to choose a team of three students to compete against two other schools on a T.V. recall quiz. Roosevelt students are notified about tryouts in early fall. Pupils selected to represent the school practice up until the time of the actual competition on television. The Academic Challenge format is primarily recall of facts. The televised competition takes place every other year; however, two teams consisting of four students each compete in monthly scrimmages and tournaments around the area.
Future Problem Solving — INACTIVE
Provides an opportunity to participate in a competitive program where students apply a problem solving process to contemporary problems. Emphasis is placed on writing skills, creative thinking, teamwork, cooperation, decision-making, and leadership. Students have the opportunity to compete at the state, national, and international levels.
- Ohio Model United Nations
Larry Picicco and Mike Markulis, Co-Advisors
The purpose of Ohio Model U.N. Is to broaden students’ experiences through exposure to other cultures and worldwide issues. By attending Model United Nations’ conferences, students gain a new appreciation for International cooperation and peace. In addition to attending OMUN conferences, members sponsor fundraisers such as Battle of the Bands to defray the cost of conference registration fees.
ATHLETIC TEAMS
- Athletic Trainers
Baseball
Basketball – Boys
Basketball – Girls
Cheerleaders
Cross Country – Boys
Cross Country – Girls
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Ice Hockey
Lacrosse – Boys
Lacrosse – Girls
Soccer – Boys
Soccer – Girls
Softball
Swimming – Boys
Swimming – Girls
Tennis – Boys
Tennis – Girls
Track – Boys
Track – GirlsVolleyball – Boys
Volleyball – Girls
Wrestling
CAREER EDUCATION CLUBS
Athletic Health Care & Fitness (AHCF) Club — Toby Jurging and Terry Slattery, Co-Advisors
Promotes interest and education in Sports Medicine and Fitness. Membership is open to students currently enrolled in the Athletic Health Care and Fitness Career Education class, students who have completed the class, and students working as an assistant in the Athletic Health Care program.
BPA Club (Business Professionals of America) — Janelle Cuva and Ben Dunlap, Co-Advisors
BPA is an independent student organization for studnets enrolled in the Cooperative Business Education and Business Career Technologies programs. A co-curricular activity that is an integral part of the education program, BPA is designed to develop leadership abilities, interest in the American business system, and competency of business occupations. Through planned school and community activities, students with common career objectives become well-adjusted workers.
CPTP Teacher Academy Club — Rhonda Butler, Advisor
This club is composed of students in the Teacher Academy program. This group works toward goals and participates in social activities relating to education. The club serves to increase awareness within the community of education as a profession and to build leadership qualities.
Construction & Remodeling Club – Don Titko, Advisor
Promotes appreciation of the construction field and student involvement in class projects, leadership training, and skill development through participation in Construction Remodeling Class/Club activities.
Career-Based Transitions (CBT) Club
Includes those students enrolled in the CBT program. The purpose of the club is to develop camaraderie with other members of the class who are automatically in the club. The club attempts to create a feeling of belonging. The the spring. Members meet during class time and dues are charged.
Cosmetology Club
This club involves students in the cosmetology program in extra-curricular activities. The students do projects together to raise money toward the State Board Exam fees, for student kits, uniforms, alumni awards luncheon, yearbook page, and senior nameplates. Club activities include a hair-a-thon once a month, end of the year banquet, and volunteering at Hattie Larlham.
Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) Club
Is a student-centered organization whose program of leadership and personal development is designed specifically for students enrolled in Marketing Education. DECA is a co-curricular organization designed as an integral part of the classroom instructional program. DECA also develops competencies needed for careers in marketing, merchandising, and management. Major activities include selling yearbook advertising space, district, state, and national competitive activities and an employer appreciation banquet.
Early Childhood / Teacher Academy Club
This club is composed of students in the Early Childhood/Teacher Academy program. This group works toward goals and participates in social activities. The club serves to increase awareness within the community of childcare and to build leadership qualities.
Electronics Club
This club is open to any interested member of the electronics classes.
Health Science Technology (HCT) Clubs I & II
Exists to unite in a common bond all junior and senior students enrolled in the Health Science Technology program. The club promotes a sincere interest in the health career field. Personal and social skill development is promoted as well.
Intensive Business Education (IBE) Club
Serves to help students with common career objectives to work together in the organization of and the participation in social, recreational, and charitable projects. Membership is open to those students enrolled in Computer/Business Development.
Manufacturing / Pre-Engineering Club
Exists for the socialization of students in the Manufacturing & Pre-Engineering Academy. Club members raise funds to provide for lunches while on field trips and to pay for a class picnic.
Urban Forestry Club
Is open to all members of the Urban Forestry career education program. The club promotes leadership development in horticulture and stewardship toward the environment.
CLASSES
- Class of 2013 (Freshman)
Led by the Freshman Class Officers and members of the Freshman Advisory Committee, Freshmen work together to raise funds for Junior year Prom. For example, students may choose to sponsor a car wash, sell concessions at Freshman athletic events or participate in the RHS Silent Auction Prom Fundraiser. Also, Freshmen have the opportunity to participate in a class lock-in as well as in the Sharing Common Ground Freshman Leadership Retreat.
Class of 2012 (Sophomore)
Members of the Sophomore Class work to develop class unity through fundraising, service and leadership activities. In preparation for the expense of hosting Junior year Prom, Sophomores sell concessions at all home boys/girls volleyball games and boys/girls basketball games. The Sophomore Class participates in the annual Silent Auction Prom Fundraiser, as well. Other responsibilities include selecting Prom Chairmen, providing refreshments for the Homecoming Dance and organizing Prom clean up. Sophomores have the opportunity to participate in activities such as the Sophomore Class Advisory Committee and the three-day RHS Leadership Retreat. Any Sophomore interested in attending the RHS Leadership Retreat should submit an application to the Sophomore Class advisor.
Class of 2011 (Junior)
Members of the Junior Class work together to present the Junior-Senior Prom. Final fundraiser activities include the sale of Homecoming mum corsages and the Silent Auction Prom Fundraiser. All Juniors are invited to participate on the Prom Committee. Chairmen for the various Prom subcommittees are selected through an application process. Prom Work begins immediately following Spring Break and is held Monday through Thursday evenings until the Prom. Also, any Junior interested in representing the class at the three-day RHS Leadership Retreat should submit an application to the Junior Class advisor.
Class of 2010 (Senior), Senior Council
Interested members of the Senior Class are invited to apply for Senior Council. On behalf of the class, Senior Council gives input into decisions that need to be made for graduation and other class activities. Senior Class activities include, but are not limited to the following: Senior Picnic; Super Senior Group Photo; Senior Social Activity; Senior Retreat; Senior Service Project; Senior Video/Slide Show; Class Gift; and planning for Baccalaureate and Commencement. The Senior Class is invited to sponsor delegates to the three-day RHS Leadership Retreat. Any Senior interested in representing the class at the Retreat should submit an application to the Senior Class Advisor.Senior Council represents the senior class and acts as a decision making group for decisions that do not require complete senior class consensus. This group plans activities for the senior class. Membership in Senior Council requires application and selection.
CLASSROOM RELATED ACTIVITIES
- Bridges Club
An opportunity to learn organizational and leadership skills for students enrolled in the Bridges Academy. Students participate in decision making and problem solving for club business, fundraising projects, and community service activities.
CCSF
Promotes awareness of Roosevelt’s MH Program. Members of the club present an annual Holiday Craft Show as a club fundraiser.
Colonel
Is the Roosevelt student newspaper. Ten issues of The Colonel are published each year. Students on the staff are involved in all aspects of the newspaper including advertising and subscription sales, planning and writing stories, photography, layout, and distribution of printed issues. Students in grades 10-12 may apply for membership on the Colonel staff. The staff meets one class period per day for the entire year. Staff mof publishing a newspaper.
Entrepreneur’s Club
Combines the expertise of Roosevelt High School students, faculty and Junior Achievement consultants in developing a student operated business.
Provides an academic and experiential learning opportunity that enhances students’ qualities in the areas of compassion, adaptability and their capacity to become autonomous learners.
Family Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) Club
Provides students enrolled in family and consumer science courses and other interested students the opportunity to transfer skills taught in the department’s curriculum to both their school and community environment. Students in FCCLA Club gain both practical and leadership experience as they support activities planned by the family and consumer science department.
Fine Woodworking Club
Provides an opportunity for interested students enrolled in wood working classes to further develop their skills beyond the classroom in order to benefit themselves, the school and the community. Members of the fine Woodworking Club show their work at a series of exhibits held throughout the school year.
Foreign Language Club
The purpose of this club is to plan and coordinate joint activities of Roosevelt High School’s four foreign language clubs. Activities include a foreign language dance and overnight, a hayride, and participation in Foreign Language Week.
French Club
Enriches students appreciation of France and the French culture. The club’s activities include French food, social functions, fundraising activities, guest speakers, t-shirts, and a trip to France. Meetings are usually held on the last Wednesday of the month. All students are welcome.
German Club
Provides an activity for students enrolled in German classes. Activities performed by the club allow for relaxed, fun atmosphere with companionship from students with similar interests.
Independent Study
Is an activity that provides an opportunity for students to pursue an in-depth study of an area in which they are interested; or to meet an academic obligation which cannot be fulfilled in any other way. Independent Study is not intended as a substitute for a regularly scheduled class. Participation in Independent Study is open to all students in grades 9-12 through application to the Independent Study Committee. Inquiries should be made to the guidance office.
Keyboard for Kids
Is an organization established to encourage and promote disabled and nondisabled students, staff, parents, and community members to network and cooperatively work together in planning joint activities and projects.
Latin Club
The Latin Club provides social and cultural activities for members of the Latin classes. Membership includes Junior Classical League Membership and attendance at the convention in Columbus.
Low Incidence OWS Club
Provides students with disabilities varied experiences which relate to their future through the use of hands-on activities. Areas include occupational, self-help skills, communication and social skills, and other skills that promote an independent individual upon graduation.
OWS Club
Provides an opportunity for member students to become productive citizens through a practical and realistic Work Study Program. Students participate in planned activities and fundraiser projects.
PE Dance Club
Is an organization established to encourage and promote the art of dance. Members of the Physical Education Department’s dance classes work together to raise funds for their annual spring dance recital held in May.
Project Support / Kids on the Block
The purpose of this organization is to promote friendships and acceptance between disabled and non-disabled students at Roosevelt High School. Through club activities and performances by the Kids on the Block puppeteers, club members strive to increase disability awareness among all students at RHS as well as in the Kent community.
Science Club
Encourages interest in science and science activities. Activities include field trips and tours, Portage County Science Fair, and the Northeast Ohio Junior Science and Humanities Symposium. Membership is open to any interested student.
Spanish Club
Gives students the opportunity to work together on projects and, whenever possible, to experience cultural aspects of the Spanish-speaking world. Spanish Club is open to students enrolled in a Spanish class and to exchange students from Spanish-speaking countries. The club meets bimonthly after school, and dues are charged.
Special Olympics Club
Supports and promotes the Special Olympic Program for handicapped and non-handicapped students. In addition, it serves as a means to inform and spread understanding of the potential of handicapped children to be a vital part of our school and community.
Yearbook
Publishes the annual yearbook. Students learn layout and desktop publishing techniques using the computer. Photographers, a business manager, and ad designers are also a part of the staff. Students on the yearbook staff meet one period per day throughout the year. Staff members are selected through application in February or March.
GENERAL OPENING ACTIVITIES
ACLU Club
Strives to promote civil liberties and awareness of civil liberties issues and to safeguard civil liberties in Theodore Roosevelt High School. Members meet weekly to discuss current civil liberties issues both at the national and school levels. The ACLU Club plans and implements awareness campaigns by using posters, speakers, announcements and information tables during the lunch periods.
American Field Service (AFS) Club
Exists to promote a better understanding among people throughout the world through student exchanges; to allow students to pursue their interest in international relations and world understanding; to provide for foreign living experience, domestic living experiences, opportunities for leadership and roles of responsibility; to promote travel and exposure to foreign countries for our own students; and to provide for exchanges with other A.F.S. Chapters. Business meetings are held after school and special programs are held in the evenings. Membership is open to all students and dues are charged.
Amnesty International Club
Aaron Hido, Advisor
Members work together to raise awareness and to help free prisoners of conscience, and to end torture and execution around the world.
Boosters
The Boosters support and provide encouragement to all Roosevelt High School athletic teams, clubs and functions. Major activities include assisting Student Council in planning Homecoming and Booster Private. Meetings are held on Mondays at 2:45 p.m., and membership is open to all students who apply and complete the membership requirements.
Bowling Club
Provides RHS students with an opportunity to experience the spirit of team competition and community pride while participating in a sport they can enjoy the rest of their lives. This activity is sponsored by Kent Lanes and governed by the Portage/Summit Bowling Conference. The Bowling Club, available to both girls and boys, participates in the Ohio High School Bowling Conference. Practices and matches are scheduled from December through March.
Environmental Club
Advisor: Chris Carman
Film Society
Advisor: TBA
The purpose of the RHS Film Society is to increase and encourage appreciation for, discussion of, and education about independent films, foreign films and short films. This includes all aspects of the film making process (i.e.-cinematography, acting, production, etc.) The group meets weekly to view and discuss movies.
ForArts (Friends of Roosevelt Art Society)
Advisors: Judy Atkins / Mike Haney
Provides the opportunity to develop, enrich, and extend beyond the classroom and curriculum an appreciation of the visual arts. Membership is open to any interested art student.
Advisor: Erin Knopsnider
Brings together Roosevelt gamers from all genres of gaming (i.e. Role Playing, PC/Console Video Gaming, Boarding, Carding) and provides opportunities to experience new genres and new people with whom to play. This club offers participation in a social situation within the context of a co-curricular activity as well as provides an opportunity to function in a leadership or officer role if desired.
Gay Straight Alliance
Advisors: Kate Cole & Boni Wozolek
The Gay Straight Alliance was founded with the intention of encouraging an atmosphere of collective kindness and respect among Roosevelt’s diverse student body. The club strives to recognize and address those issues and hardships faced by straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender students in a responsible and positive manner, welcoming opinions and input from all.
Freshman Sharing Common Ground
Advisors: Kelly Foreman & Amy Larkin
Provides an opportunity for freshmen to attend a one day retreat focused on building class unity, breaking down stereotypes and making the transition to Roosevelt High School. The retreat encourages and empowers freshmen to take an active role in their high school experience.
Key Club
Advisor: Heather Oris
The Key Club is the school based unit of Kiwanis International. Membership is open to any student of Kent Roosevelt High School. The purpose of the club is to provide leadership and service opportunities for students in both the school and community. Key Club meets weekly at 2:45 in the library.
Leadership Retreat P.C.
Advisors: Cindy DeMarco & Heidi Myers
students are selected by means of an application process to plan, implement, and follow-up on the annual Roosevelt Student Leadership Retreat held in November of each year.
Advisor: Cathy Cikra
Is a literary publication edited and prepared by the Poetry Writing class. Submissions are accepted from students of all grade levels. Past editions have included poetry, short stories, essays, artwork, and photography. Authors receive free copies. Extra copies are sold for a nominal fee. Teachers use the books in English classes.
Project Unity
Advisors: Pam Echols-Kelley
Is to promote unity among African-American students at Roosevelt High School. Students in grades 9-12 come together to address the needs and concerns of African-American youth. Opportunities are provided to take field trips and to hear speakers who share about their lives and provide encouragement for students to strive to be their best.
Ski Club
Advisor: Jeff Thomspon
Provides recreational snow skiing and snow boarding for beginners to experts with bus transportation provided to Boston Mills and Brandywine ski areas. The club goes skiing one night weekly for five weeks. Membership in the Ski Club is open to all students. A student must pay equipment rental fees if he or she does not own equipment.
Speech and Debate
Advisor: INACTIVE
Promotes effective communications skills through workshops and individual coaching offered to members and or the student body; to form and train a speech and debate team to compete in tournaments throughout Ohio; to encourage and support students in public speaking responsibilities.
Student Council
Advisor: Stacey O’Reilly
Promotes student activities within the school, organizes Student Council’s activities including the Back to School Luau, Student Council Leadership Workshop, Bloodmobile, Homecoming, Winter Ball, New Student/Teacher Luncheon, and Elections. Members are elected following a self-nomination process. Membership in the Auxiliary Council is open to all interested students. Student Council meets during lunch periods on Tuesday. The Executive Committee meets on Monday during lunch.
Advisor: Jim Zagray
Members of the Zoology Club can expect to come in contact with, take care of, and learn about many different animal species. The Biology teachers here at Roosevelt are doing everything they can to bring and keep live animals in the classroom. One responsibility of the Zoology club will be to care for these animals. Depending on the interests of its members, the club will become involved in worldwide conservation efforts and visit area zoos.
HONORARY ORGANIZATIONS
- International Thespians Advisor: Sarah Kaplan
A drama honorary for students who provide leadership in play production. Members are selected and dues are charged.
National Honor Society
Advisors: Linda Bugosh & Nikki Marchmon-Boykin
Recognizes and honors those students who have achieved in the areas of scholarship, leadership, character, and service. Members are selected from the juniors and seniors who apply and qualify for membership.
Quill and Scroll
Advisors: Kim Frampton & Pam Harr
An international honorary for recognizing excellence in Journalism. Students are selected in April by advisors according to the criteria set by the national organization. Students must be in the upper one-third of their class scholastically and have done superior work in some phase of journalism.
PERFORMING ARTS ACTIVITIES
- Drama Guild Advisor: Sarah Kaplan
Includes all those students involved in the production of plays, including acting, directing, stage crew, and make-up. The Drama Guild produces three major plays a year – the Fall Play, the One-Act Plays, and the Spring Play. Membership in the Drama Guild is open to all students and dues are charged.
Director: Sarah Kaplan
Assistant Director: Jeff Harr
Productions: Fall Play, Winter Musical, and Spring One-Acts
Band
Advisors: Andy Sundman & Kristin Sundman
Membership in the Roosevelt High School Band Program is based on audition and director recommendation. Students participate in the “Band Program” and cannot choose to eliminate concert or marching band. All members are expected to perform in the Rough Rider Marching Band, with participation in Concert Band or Wind Symphony determined by the directors following auditions. Jazz Ensemble and Brass-Percussion-Woodwind Ensembles are additional activities available to interested members of the band program. Senior High Band provides a means of self-expression, and the feeling of a job accomplished. Band’s primary reason for existence is the educational growth and inspiration of the individual students enrolled.
Marching Band
Marching Band provides musical and visual entertainment as well as enthusiasm at all Roosevelt football games. Also, the Rough Rider Marching Band hosts its own show, performs for various community parades,drf,ml and participates as a guest at several band shows each year. Summer rehearsals begin the second week of August, Band Camp the third week, with the fall school schedule including one after school and one evening rehearsal per week.
Flag Corps: Kristin Sundman
Flag Corps members are chosen in the spring by performing audition and teacher recommendations. Numbers are dependent on the needs of the band and are determined prior to auditions. Members are encouraged to play a band instrument but are not required. Meets 4th/5th period.
Concert Band and Wind Symphony
Concert Band is the second of two performing concert bands. This talented group plays a full concert schedule plus OMEA Band Contest. Meets 4th/5th period. Wind Symphony is one of two performing concert bands. This is a select organization with membership based on audition and director recommendation. Performs a full concert schedule plus OMEA Band Contest. Meets 4th/5th period.
Jazz Ensemble
Jazz Ensemble is an organization selected by audition from the band program to experience and perform jazz literature. Meets one evening per week.
Solo and Ensemble Competition
Solo and Ensemble groups are formed according to need. These groups compete in OMEA Contest as well as providing entertainment for a variety of community religious and social functions.
Orchestra
Advisor: Fred Patterson
Chamber Orchestra – Strings
The Chamber Orchestra is the string orchestra. This group rehearses every day, and plays a full concert schedule as well as many outside programs, including OMEA contest. Students are also expected to play in the Symphony Orchestra.
Symphony Orchestra – Winds and Strings
The Symphony Orchestra is a talented group made up of all string players and the top wind players from the band program who are selected through audition. This group performs a full concert schedule as well as OMEA State Orchestra Contest. Every other year this group performs at a national competition.
Vocal Music
Advisor: Donna Crews
Concert Choir
This SATB choir is open to all RHS boys in grades 9-12 and girls, by audition, in grades 9-12. No auditions are required for boys. The students in this level choir will gain experience in basic elements of music as they explore a wide variety of choral literature. The Concert Choir will perform in four concerts during the year. There will also be opportunities for participation in local and regional choir festivals as well as district competition. Students meet one period every day in the choir room. Students are charged a small fee for robe maintenance and cleaning.
Treble Choir
This SSA choir is open to all RHS female students in grades 9-12. No auditions are required. The students in this level choir will gain experience in basic elements of music as they explore a wide variety of choral literature. The Treble Choir will perform in four concerts during the year. Students meet one period every day in the choir room. Students are charged a small fee for robe maintenance and cleaning.
Choralworks
Choralworks Membership (an SATB choir) is determined by auditions held in early spring prior to scheduling for the next school year. In this choir, a heavy emphasis is placed on music reading skills, vocal production, and advanced choral literature. Students will perform in four concerts throughout the school year. There will also be opportunities for participation in local and regional choir festivals as well as district competition. This choir meets one period every day in the choir room. Students are charged a small fee for robe maintenance and cleaning.
Varsity Women
Varsity Women is a specially selected ensemble of girls. This ensemble experiences advanced choral music for women’s voices and performs special numbers for school concerts, civic groups, and in competition. Varsity Women meet at 3:00 p.m. one or two days per week after school. Members are chosen by audition.
Varsity Men
Varsity Men is a select ensemble of boys that provides an experience in TTBB (all-male) choral music for the highly motivated and musically advanced student. The ensemble represents the school in performing in concerts, for civic groups, and in competition. Varsity Men meet at 3:00 p.m. one or two days per week after school. Members are chosen by audition.
JV Women
JV Women is a developmental vocal ensemble for girls with little or no high school ensemble experience. This ensemble performs for school concerts, civic groups, and in competition. JV Women meet at 3:00 p.m. one day per week after school. Members are chosen by audition.
A.C.E.S.
A.C.E.S. is a select S.A.T.B. ensemble which performs both popular style music with accompanying choreography and advanced repertoire for choral ensembles. They entertain civic groups, perform in school concerts and in competition. Members are selected only from Choralworks by audition. A.C.E.S. meet from 5:00-7:00 p.m. on Monday nights in the choir room.
Solo and Ensemble Competition
Solo and Ensemble serves the purpose of competing for objective judicial ratings with other area music students. Vocal ensembles are selected and prepared at school. Private teachers or the school director may coach solo entries.
