BH-BL National Honor Society - Mr. Batty:
Students are elected to the Honor Society in limited
numbers in their Junior year. Eligibility requires a
90 average in all courses and election on the
basis of leadership, character, and service.
New York State Mathematics Honor Society -
Mrs. Durant, Mrs. Berger:
Students are selected in their Sophomore year after
completing three semesters of math in the high
school. Eligibility requires a math average of 85 in
all semesters of high school math and an average of
80 in all semesters of high school science. Students
must exhibit exemplary character, leadership and
service.
New York State Science Honor Society - Mr.
Watts:
Students are selected in their Sophomore year after
completing three semesters of science in the high
school. Eligibility requires a science average of 85
in all semesters of high school science and an
average of 80 in all semesters of high school math.
Students must exhibit exemplary character,
leadership and service.
New York State Business and Marketing Honor
Society - Ms. Siracuse:
Inductees are presently enrolled in Business
Education and must complete three or more credits by
graduation. Sophomores and Juniors must have
completed two credits in Business Education and
anticipate enrolling in at least one additional
credit prior to graduation. Eligibility requires an
average of 88 in Business Education courses and an
overall average of 80. Students must exhibit
exemplary character, leadership and service.
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) -
Mrs. Owens, Mrs. Wheeler:
This a very active club which is affiliated with
both State and National F.B.L.A. Students engage in
a variety of activities every year, including state
and national competitions. Emphasis is on developing
leadership skills.
S.G.O. - Ms. Siracuse, Mrs. Tolan:
Student Government Organization is an umbrella for
an active program of student activities. S.G.O.
serves as an advisory board to the principal on
matters of general concern. It meets regularly to
study school problems and make recommendations for
procedure or policy changes.
Digital Media/Computer Club - Mr. Mosall:
Digital Media/Computer Club is for students who
enjoy working with computers and are interested in
creating movies. Interested students need not have
computer experience to join.
Debate Club - Mr. Semon:
Open to students who want to learn formal debate
procedures for controversial topics.
Science Club - Mr. Watts:
Open to all students wishing to explore their
interests in science. The club allows students to
further their knowledge in all avenues of science
including technology, engineering, and electronics
beyond what is taught in the classroom. Members have
the opportunity to compete in several events during
the year against other area schools.
Green Club - Mr. Kowalski, Mrs. Adams:
An environmental awareness group open to all
students.
Drama Club and Stage Crew - Mrs. Hobday, Mr.
Lombardi:
Students interested in performing and acting sponsor
a fall play and a spring musical. Students learn
lighting and technical aspects of performing.
Jazz Ensemble - Mr. Giroux:
Students who are already members of the Concert
Band, Symphonic Band, or Symphony Orchestra are
eligible to audition for this select group.
Exception may be made for guitar and piano, but are
strictly at the discretion of the director. The Jazz
Ensemble performs at two evening concerts throughout
the year, the annual Arts Festival, and at selected
venues and festivals off campus.
Pep Band - Mr. Giroux:
Open to all band students. Students perform at all
home football games. Rehearsals are two or three
times before the first game and prior to each game
performance.
Select Choir - Mrs. Derrick:
Students currently enrolled in Concert Choir, Mixed
Chorus, Orchestra, Symphonic Band and Concert Band
are allowed to audition for this group.
Art Club - Ms. Capobianco, Mrs. Corrigan:
Students help to raise funds for and participate
in a variety of art-related activities including
workshops and projects, school and community mural
painting, a spring trip, Arts Fest, and local and
regional exhibits and competitions.
World Language Club - Mrs. Shanholtz:
This club is open to all students interested in
expanding their knowledge and use of world languages
and cultures.
International Club - Mrs. Wheeler:
Students who have participated in A.F.S. or other
exchange programs share activities with students
interested in promoting international understanding.
The Spartan - Mr. Hadcock:
The Spartan is our yearbook. It is divided into
many departments. Any student may work under copy
layout, photography, advertising or business.
LeFont - Mr. Harrington:
LeFont is our annual literary magazine. It
includes collections of essays, short stories,
poems, and art work contributed by students. Editors
read and appraise the material that is submitted and
choose the features for publication.
Spartan Spirit - Mr. Reach and Mr Mosall:
Our school newspaper is published several times each
year. It functions as an activity, and students from
all grades are encouraged to participate.
Interact - Ms. Bach:
Interact stands for International Action. It is a
service organization sponsored by the Burnt Hills
Rotary. The group prides itself on helping others
and raising funds for worthwhile causes in the
community, nationally, and internationally.
S.A.D.D. - Mrs. Manning, Mrs. DellaRocco:
Students Against Destructive Decisions promotes
projects that discourage drinking and driving.
PRIDE - Ms.Bach, Mr.Owen:
Students in this club raise awareness and promote
the acceptance of diversity in the district.
Ski/Snowboard Club - Mr. Bouchard, Mrs.
DellaRocco:
Day trips are planned to regional ski centers.
Participation is open to all students.
Youth Court - Mr. Brunson:
A voluntary option is available to students
incurring local or family court infractions.
Formally trained students hold official court
positions in arbitrating sentencing hearings in the
towns of Glenville and Ballston.
Principal’s Advisory Council: Approximately
twelve students appointed by the principal meet as
necessary in order to provide an independent voice
in matters of student concern. These may include
such diverse issues as cafeteria concerns,
attendance, and skateboarding.