MCPS Covid-19 Information
Parent Technical Support Email:
communitytechsupport@mcpsmd.org
Updated for 2021 - 2022
You can submit your proposal for a new club here.
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Allies For Equality (A4E)- Activity Fair Video
Sponsors: Mrs. Wagner and Ms. Hajjar
When: Wednesdays at Lunch
Where: F301
Allies 4 Equality, Blake’s Gay-Straight Alliance, welcomes any student who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning and their straight allies. Our meetings are student-run with teacher support. Everyone’s privacy is honored and no one is asked to declare their sexual orientation or gender identity, although anyone is welcome to share. What is said in the meeting stays in the meeting. Our mission is to: Create a safe environment in our school for students to support each other and learn about homophobia and other oppressions. Educate the school community about homophobia, gender identity and sexual orientation issues. Fight discrimination, harassment, and violence in our school and community.
Questions? Email us at sandymay_hajjar@mcpsmd.org
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Ambassadors - 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mrs. Cooper
When: 2nd Monday of the Month At Lunch
Where: Amp
Description: By engaging, connecting, and uplifting our fellow students and the Blake community, Blake Ambassadors serve as representatives of James H. Blake High School. Whether it is through community engagement or active participation in a wide range of events, an Ambassador is tasked with the duty of embodying Blake HS by demonstrating a behavior that reflects Blake’s true values. Ultimately, through their admittance into this program, each individual is committing to the upkeep of the spirit of the Blake community. Applications to the 2020-2021 Ambassadors will be available in May 2020.
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Ambassador Leadership
Sponsor: Mrs. Cooper
When: Mondays at Lunch
Where: Amp
Description: Student leaders who support the ambassador program at Blake HS
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American Sign Language Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Bartholomew
When: Every Other Wednesday, Starting September 29 from 11:20 - 11:50
Where: B113
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Asian Culture Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Ruby Wang
When: Last Wednesday of Each Month
Where: F308
Description: The goal of this club is to introduce Asian culture to students. Organize picnic/touring/outing activities. Email Ms. Wang for more details!
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CAKE- The Baking & Cooking Club
Sponsor: Ms. Saxton
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: The purpose of this club is to teach our peers an important life skill that isn’t taught in school. Cooking and baking are skills a lot of people our age lack, we want to help them change that. Especially since these aren’t classes available at our school. We will teach them cooking/baking basics and also extra culinary skills at our club members request
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Bengal eSports
Sponsor: Mr. Cornell
When: TBD
Where: C134
Description: Members of this club will play competative video games.
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Best Buddies- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Forbes
When: Once a month on Fridays during lunch
Where: G190
Description: Best Buddies is an international organization centered on the idea of making friendships and giving opportunities to people with disabilities. Our mission is for Blake students to create friendships with the students with disabilities here at Blake.
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Black Student Union- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mrs. Givens
When: Fridays, 11:00 - 11:57
Where: F302
Description: A club that provides a safe space for students of ALL races, ethnicities and backgrounds to educate each other about issues affecting the black community with the intention to explore solutions. The mission of the Black Student Union (BSU) at Blake High School is to promote, celebrate and embrace the rich diversity and heritage of the African American and global black community by: Building awareness, education and a new level of consciousness about being black in today’s society; Teaching others about diversity and increasing political, social and cultural differences and friendships between all people, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion or national origin; Helping students to develop effective leadership skills and to serve positive influence in the academic environment of Blake High School.
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BlakeNET Web Team
Sponsor: Ms. Simms
When: Mondays at Lunch
Zoom / Meet Link: A101
Description: The BlakeNET Web Team is for any students interested in learning about web design. Students are given the opportunity to work on the Blake High School Web page. The mission of the BlakeNET Web Team is to learn about the ever-changing web standards that guide the development of web pages. In order to have real-life experiences, students can work on updating the Blake High School website.
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Blake Reads Book Club
Sponsor: Mrs. Creek Thomas
When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday at Lunch
Where: Media Center
Description: The purpose of the Blake Reads book club is promote a love of literature in a welcoming, positive, environment. Participants will read and discuss school approved, books of their choosing. We will meet twice a month for informal, student-led discussions in the comfort of our media center.
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Blake Stage Company - 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Wagner
When: 2:45-5:00 every day until October 22; 2:45-6:00 October 25-November 5; 2:45-7:00 November 8-19
Where: Auditorium / D-150
Description: Students audition to be a part of our Fall and Spring Main stage productions. The Fall production is Seussical Students interested in working back stage can work on set design and building, lights, and sound with our professional Technical Director. See Ms. Wagner or check out the website for audition and rehearsal details. http://www.blakestagecompany.org
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Blake Stage Company Backstage Crew
Sponsor: Ms. Wilbur
When: Starts Sept 15 at 2:45 (Contact Ms. Wilbur for more information)
Location: Auditorium
Description: The students will be working backstage for the fall and spring plays/musicals doing carpentry, lighting, sound, props, costuming, make up, and hair. Students will also be on run crew during the productions.
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Chess Club
Sponsor: Mr. Keil
When: Mondays at Lunch
Where: D249
Description: Chess club will support academic performance of students through the development of study strategies for learning aspects of the game, good sportsmanship in competition, and self-confidence in students ability to grow and learn.
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Children's Theatre
Sponsor: Ms. Saxton
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: The Children's Theater Company puts together a show that is shared with our feeder Elementary schools and the children in our own Blake Community.
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Class of 2022- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Anderson-McMaster
When: Tuesdays at 11:30
Where: C238
Description: Students have the opportunity to join together with others in their graduating class to establish a sense of community. This is done through planning and participating in both in-school and out-of-school events. Class councils work together to raise school spirit, reach out to the community, and raise funds for important school events. Students interested in being involved are invited to take advantage of the opportunity to develop leadership skills while working closely with classmate
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Class of 2023
Sponsor: Ms. Anderson-McMaster
When: Tuesdays at 11:30
Where: C238
Description: Students have the opportunity to join together with others in their graduating class to establish a sense of community. This is done through planning and participating in both in-school and out-of-school events. Class councils work together to raise school spirit, reach out to the community, and raise funds for important school events. Students interested in being involved are invited to take advantage of the opportunity to develop leadership skills while working closely with classmates.
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Class of 2024
Sponsor: Looking for a sponsor
When:
Where:
Description: Students have the opportunity to join together with others in their graduating class to establish a sense of community. This is done through planning and participating in both in-school and out-of-school events. Class councils work together to raise school spirit, reach out to the community, and raise funds for important school events. Students interested in being involved are invited to take advantage of the opportunity to develop leadership skills while working closely with classmate
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Class of 2025
Sponsor: Ms. Hajjar
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: Students have the opportunity to join together with others in their graduating class to establish a sense of community. This is done through planning and participating in both in-school and out-of-school events. Class councils work together to raise school spirit, reach out to the community, and raise funds for important school events. Students interested in being involved are invited to take advantage of the opportunity to develop leadership skills while working closely with classmate
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Color Guard
Sponsor: Mr. Eising
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: Students interested in being a part of the Roaring Bengals Marching Band must enroll in a music class at Blake. The 3 classes that make up the marching band are all offered during the first semester. They include the Advanced Percussion Ensemble which serves as our Drumline, Color Guard and Marching Band Winds. Students will learn fundamentals of marching and playing an instrument or spinning a flag/dance routines to be performed for a variety of audiences. Developing student leadership
and exposure to new and fun activities are main focuses. See Mr. Eising or check out the website for more information. www.blakemusic.org
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Cricket Club
Sponsor: Mr. Howley
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: TBD
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Debate Team- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mr. Michael Kelley
When: TBD at Lunch
Where: A214
Description: Students in the debate team work in pairs to research debate topics that relate to the important issues of today. They compete against other Montgomery County schools in five monthly tournaments, and the best pairs win the privilege of competing in the finals in February. Our mission is to help students collaborate effectively, research extensively, and argue cohesively in a professional atmosphere. Students will learn to see complicated issues from multiple viewpoints, and will become more informed and active citizens as a result.
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Environmental Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Engelman
When: Mondays during lunch
Where: F174
Description: For students to learn and share information about air quality/pollution prevention, alternative energy, climate change, ecology recycling, threatened & endangered species, water resources, xeriscaping/native gardens/removing invasive plants, or other environmental concerns, as well as greening Blake HS, including participating in native garden planning and implementation.
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Eubie TV
Sponsor: Ms. Emory
When: Period 4 each day
Where: F174
Description: Contribute to Blake's daily news program, EubieTV, with your media production skills. Get the word out about goings-on at Blake to the community via our YouTube channel 'EubieTV Live'. Follow us on Twitter: @blake_eubietv and Instagram: eubietvlive321.
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Fashion X
Sponsor: Mrs. Jimenez
When: Lunch , Wednesdays, Start Date December 1st
Where: E165
Description: Fashion X is a club that puts together a student run fashion show consisting of studentmodels and student designers that create their own clothing line. Each designer creates an entire line of 12 pieces to showcase their own style and fashion sense. This club culminates in an exciting fashion show in the Spring!
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Feminist Club
Sponsor: Mr. Mendenhall
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: TBD
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Forensics- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsors: Mr. Gifford
When: Tuesdays lunchtime, tournaments on weekends
Where: B226
Description: Forensics provides the opportunity for students to express themselves verbally by both preparing and presenting speeches, interpreting various types of literature, or performing theatrical pieces via Readers Theatre or Ensemble Acting presentations. Forensics builds confidence, the ability to verbally speak and express feelings, and explore the many different forms of literature from interpreting comic pieces to dramatically interpreting all sorts of stories in novels, stories, and plays. Our mission is to enable students to build their skills of self-expression to other people while exploring a great variety of world literature and global issues. Go to http://www.blakestagecompany.org and click on the “Forensics link” on the left.
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Gen 1 Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Dr. Frank (On Instagram @GenOneClub)
When: Tuesdays from 2:30 to 4:15 (activity bus). This is tentative.
Where: F173 (Google Classroom (https://classroom.google.com/c/MTQ2ODU5NjIxMDE2?cjc=2jvavqp) if virtual or hybrid)
Description: Support group for students who immigrated to the US or whose parents immigrated to the US.
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Girls Who Code
Sponsor: Ms. Simms
When: Every other Monday at Lunch
Zoom / Meet Link:A101
The Girls Who Code Clubs program centers around a fun, collaborative, 40-hour Clubs curriculum designed to teach a wide range of skill sets through multilevel content. Project-based modules include graphic art, video game design, mobile app development, and cryptography, and culminate in a final project of the girl’s choosing that will benefit her community. No Programming experience necessary. https://girlswhocode.com/
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Hispanic Leadership Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video - How to Join
Sponsors: Mrs. Berrios
When: Wednesdays at Lunch
Where: B115
Description: Hispanic Leadership Club (HLC) is committed to creating a positive student community by supporting all students to excel in academics, athletics, and extra-curricular activities. The HLC organizes activities throughout the school year to support cultural awareness and academic achievement among Hispanic students. Active HLC members receive SSL hours for their time.
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Homework Club & Math Center
Sponsor: TBD
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: The Homework Club is here to help support learning in all courses. If you want to be able to ask a teacher a question about your homework, or if you just want a quiet space to do your homework, come to the Media Center afterschool on Tuesdays. You must have your assignments and all necessary materials with you in the MC by 2:20pm.
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International Club
Sponsor: Dr. Frank
When: Mondays during Lunch
Where: F173 (Google Classroom code (https://classroom.google.com/c/MTc3NDk5NDI4NDY1?cjc=hirdnzl) if system goes hybrid or virtual)
Description: International club is comprised of many different nationalities and cultures. Our mission is to educate our students on different cultures as well as their roots of origin. We like to ensure our students are knowledgeable about their heritage and always remain proud of their legacy.
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It's Academic- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mr. Caulfield
When: TBD
Zoom / Meet Link: TBD
Description: It’s Academic is a high school quiz competition that has aired on NBC-4 for the last 54 years. Last year Blake became the first school in the show’s history to win three consecutive Washington Area Championships (best of 81 teams). In 2012, 2013, and 2014, the team also went on to win the Intercity Super Bowl Championship (best of 171 teams).
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Key Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video - Membership Brochure
Sponsor: Mrs. Gleason
When: Every Other Wednesday at Lunch
Where: A103
Description: Key Club is an international, student-led organization which provides the opportunity for students to serve, build character, and develop leadership. Key Club assists Kiwanis International in carrying out its mission to serve the children of the world. High school students of the Key Club perform acts of service in their communities, such as collecting clothing and organizing food drives, organizing fundraisers, and volunteering in soup kitchens or elderly homes. They also learn leadership skills by running meetings and planning projects.
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Leaders Institute- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Clark and Dr. Daniel
When: Tuesdays during lunch
Where: A213
Description: The Leaders Institute (LI) is a leadership development and service organization. LI provides character-based leadership training to middle and high schoolers by helping them design and implement community service projects that reflect their passion.
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Leo Club- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mrs. Gaffney
When: Thursdays, once a month during lunch
Where: C242
Description: The Leo Club meets twice a month to organize and publicize volunteer opportunities (most of which can count for SSL hours). In addition to service, Leo Club sponsors periodic socials for the membership. Our mission is to provide members with an opportunity for development and contribution, individually and collectively, as responsible members of the local, national and international community.
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Marching Band
Sponsor: Mr. Eising, Mr. Lopes
When: Tue & Thur 3pm - 5pm
Where: D148 & Blacktop
Description: Students interested in being a part of the Roaring Bengals Marching Band must enroll in a music class at Blake. The 3 classes that make up the marching band are all offered during the first semester. They include the Advanced Percussion Ensemble which serves as our Drumline, Color Guard and Marching Band Winds. Students will learn fundamentals of marching and playing an instrument or spinning a flag/dance routines to be performed for a variety of audiences. Developing student leadership
and exposure to new and fun activities are main focuses. See Mr. Eising or check out the website for more information. www.blakemusic.org
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Model United Nations- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mr. Danis
When: Fridays during lunch
Where: E264
Description: Model United Nations, also known as Model UN or MUN, is an extra-curricular activity in which students typically roleplay delegates to the United Nations and simulate UN committees. This activity takes place at MUN conferences, which is usually organized by a high school or college MUN club.v
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MSP: Minority Scholars Program- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Dr. Daniel, Ms. Delavan & Mr. Muhammad
When: Thursdays at Lunch
Where: A213
If you are interested in finding out about MSP, please fill in this form.
https://forms.gle/7wbCuru6WF36ZC1w8
Description: The focus of this club is to work on transforming Blake to focus on equity, inclusion and minority scholarship
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National Art Honor Society- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Michael & Mr. Hackett
When:
Zoom / Meet Link: Contact Sponsor(s)
Description: The purpose of the NAHS chapter at Blake be to inspire and recognize those students who have shown outstanding ability in art; foster excellence and a dedicated spirit to the pursuit of art; further creative abilities and talents of the Society’s members, as well as the school’s entire student art enrollment; aid members in working toward the attainment of their highest potential in an art area; bring art to the attention of the school and community; increase awareness of art in relation to other areas of the school curriculum; and further aesthetic awareness in all aspects of the school’s total program.
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National English Honors Society- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mr. Gifford
When: Fridays Twice a Month at Lunch
Where: B226
Description: The National English Honor Society (NEHS) was founded and is endorsed by Sigma Tau Delta, the only national organization exclusively for high school students and faculty who, in the field of English, merit special note for past and current accomplishments. Immediate benefits of affiliation include national recognition, scholarship eligibility, and opportunities for national networking with others who share enthusiasm for, and accomplishment in the language arts. Membership is by application only.
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National Honor Society- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Saxton & Ms. Cohen
When: Every third Wednesday at Lunch
Where: Zoom link will be posted in NHS Google Classroom. In-person students will sit in either Ms. Saxton or Ms. Cohen's classroom during the meeting.
Description: The purpose of the National Honor Society shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in the students of James Hubert Blake High School. National Honor Society members must be in the 11th or 12th grade, have a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.5 unweighted or 4.0 weighted, 60 documented community service hours, demonstrated leadership and good character.
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Mu Alpha Theta - National Math Honor Society
Sponsor: Ms. Brown
When:
Zoom / Meet Link:Contact Sponsor
Mu Alpha Theta is dedicated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and two-year college students.
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National Science Honors Society- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Ms. Zanni
When: First Friday of the Month at Lunch Starting 10/1
Where: D251
Description: Juniors and Seniors with an aptitude and passion for science engage in enrichment and outreach opportunities related to science. Club members provide peer science tutoring, support for the Blake science teachers, and host school and community events related to science. Annual events include the Elementary Science Night, Elementary Science Fair and Egg Drop Competition.
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Newspaper: The Blake Beat
Sponsor: Mr. O'Toole
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: The Blake Beat is our highly acclaimed and award-winning school newspaper. Students in Journalism courses hold a variety of leadership positions within this student run-newspaper. http://www.theblakebeat.com/
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Photography- 20-21 Activity Fair Information Brochure
Sponsor: Ms. Matthews
When: Thursdays during lunch
Where: E163 Zoom: https://mcpsmd.zoom.us/j/5961020174?pwd=WTRtR0N3c2VWaUkyQzRnZ0tmdmowQT09
Description: The Blake High School Photo Club will work as a collective group to expand our knowledge of photography and work individually, under the guidance of our sponsor, to build our photography portfolios. This is a club for students who want to take photos. The students are the leaders for this group and work together to come up with fun and interesting opportunities to practice their artistic interests through taking photographs.
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School Energy and Recycling Team - SERT
Sponsor: Ms. Swisher
When: Mondays at Lunch
Where: F174
The School Energy and Recycling Team (SERT) program provides necessary resources to staff and students at all Montgomery County Public Schools to help foster a culture of environmental conservation. The special focus of the program is energy efficiency and recycling participation. Classroom activities, educational resources, and various contests provide our students with rich and rewarding experiences in environmental stewardship.
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Spanish Honor Society- 20-21 Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: TBD
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: The Spanish Honor Society is for excellent students of Spanish who have met membership criteria. It is by invitation only and you must attend the annual induction in May of each year. Students participate in activities that promote the Spanish language and culture, and assist in school and community activities.
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Student Government Association (SGA)- Activity Fair Video
Sponsor: Mrs. Phelps & Mrs. Angela Wang
When: General Assemblies - 1st Wednesday of the Month; 11:11AM;
Where: Location varies; Please see Bengal Central for details: https://sites.google.com/mcpsmd.net/bengalcentral/home
Description: The SGA is the representative body of the students at Blake. In the SGA students discuss and act on issues, problems, and concerns in the schools, as well as engaging in countywide activities. The SGA plans and implements events throughout the year to engage and support the Blake student body.
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Tabletop Club
Sponsors: Mr. Arden, Mr. Cornell, Mr. Keil and Mr. Wieman
When: Tuesdays and Thursdays at Lunch
Where: F174
Description: Students play board games, tabletop RPG's, and learn about the power of friendship!.
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Tri-M Music Honor Society
Sponsor: Mr. Eising, Mr. Lopes, Mr. Zinkievich and Mrs. Zinkievich
When: Last Thursday of the Month During Lunch
Where: D150
Description: The Tri-M Music Honor Society is the international music honor society for high school students. It is designed to motivate and recognize musical achievements, acknowledge student accomplishments and service activities, and to inspire other students to excel at music and leadership. Tri-M strives to increase student and school involvement with music and to strengthen and unify the school music program. Membership is by audition/interview only.
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Yearbook: Tempo
Sponsor: Ms. Kim
When:
Zoom / Meet Link: Contact Sponsor
Description: Students design, create, write, edit, publish, market and sell a yearbook for Blake High School. In this class, students use computers, digital cameras, photo editing software and design software as well as the Internet and social media. By the end of the year, students will have created a yearbook that will inform the school community about the clubs, activities and sports available to students as well as providing an entertaining presentation of the interests of the student body at this point in time.
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Youth Engineers Club
Sponsor: Ms. Zanni
When: TBD
Where: TBD
Description: TBD
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