Clubs
Roslyn High School Clubs
Activities and Programs for Students
2025-2026
CLUBS are an integral part of the Roslyn High School experience. With nearly all of our students participating in after-school activities, clubs provide a meaningful extension of the school day under the supervision of faculty advisors. Clubs enable students to explore areas in which they have a special interest, as well as to discover new activities and ideas. We encourage parents to discuss the many opportunities provided by the more than 40 clubs described in this brochure with their children and to call Assistant Principal Sandy Stueber (801-5100) or their child’s guidance counselor if they have any questions.
Animal Rights Club is a club dedicated to enriching the lives of animals in need. We seek to educate the community about the purpose and necessity of animal shelters. Field trips to elementary schools and fundraisers help us to achieve our goal.
Art Club provides opportunities for students who have an interest or aptitude in art to gain additional exposure and practical experience in art production, appreciation and presentation, as well as providing service to the school.
Asian Cultural Exchange (ACE) welcomes members from all races and backgrounds who are interested in learning about new cultures and languages. Meetings will include fun cultural activities, language instruction, and planning school wide events. As a club that strives to promote intercultural and interpersonal communication, ACE strongly encourages new students in the district to join this club and form connections with other students.
Astronomy Club members explore everything from meteor showers and the planets of our solar system to black holes and supernovas through the use of the internet, videos, discussions, and a trip to the planetarium, if possible. The club has its own 10” Dobsonian telescope which can be used to look at planets and galaxies during evening observations! There is usually at least one observation scheduled for each semester.
Athletes Helping Athletes (AHA) is a peer leadership program that emphasizes positive behaviors in sports and abstinence from the use of controlled substances. They also stress the importance of education and participation in sports as well as other positive activities.
Auditorium Crew members assist with the technical aspects (sound, light, etc.) at auditorium-type events such as shows, assemblies and special programs.
Awareness Club members work to raise awareness about autism. Students will become more knowledgeable about autism and work to educate others. Students raise funds and participate in events that promote autism awareness.
Building Relationships, Inclusion, Diversity, and Genuine Engagement (BRIDGE, formerly VEDDA) members are dedicated to bridging the gap between Roslyn High School students and developmentally disabled people whose social contacts are somewhat limited. The club sponsors numerous functions throughout the year including holiday parties.
CARE (Cancer Awareness, Research and Education) Club members work to instill awareness and raise funds for health issues concerning cancer. They participate in walk-a-thons, Charity Benefit Fashion Show and other events.
Code Club is designed to create a community of coders at RHS by guiding each other on how to code, exploring how technology and coding are shaping the world, and participating in fun competitions.
Distributive Education Club of America (DECA) is a global student marketing organization that encourages students to develop business and leadership skills through club activities, conferences, competitions, and educational partnerships. Roslyn's DECA Chapter runs our School Business Enterprise and Bulldog Bookstore.
The Diversity Club promotes diversity and cultural awareness. The Diversity Club seeks to provide a support system that builds awareness and knowledge of post-secondary opportunities for underrepresented groups. Members will develop the practice of being active and involved learners who seek to excel within their school community. The club organizes activities for students on multicultural issues.
Eclectic Electric Club is a music club where students collaborate on original projects that blend performance, technology, and business. Open to all - instrumentalists, vocalists, rappers, composers, producers, writers, and artists - members explore diverse styles, experiment with recording and sound design, and create original work. Each year, students produce and release an album with cover art. Students will then promote their music and merch, and showcase both at school events.
Environment Club offers students a means by which they can help to promote the conservation and improvement of our environment both locally and globally. The club sponsors recycling and cleanup projects and addresses current environmental issues. Trips are taken throughout the year to conduct club community service and to learn about the ecology. The club also sponsors musical events to raise funds for local and national environmental groups.
Ethics and Government is a club that examines thorny issues with a focus on identifying the ethical course of action to take. Each week, the group considers an ethical dilemma - Should vaccinations be mandatory? What would be the fairest way to fund public schools? If your friend cheats on a test, should you turn him/her in? While anyone can join the club, we also field a competitive Ethics Bowl team that represents the school at the Long Island Ethics Bowl. More information about the club is available on our website: https://roslynego.weebly.com/
Forensics offers an opportunity for students to compete in interscholastic speech, debate and student congress tournaments. Competitions include original oratory, extemporaneous speech, oral interpretation of literature, dramatic and humorous performance, duo interpretation and declamation, in addition to one-on-one Lincoln-Douglas debates and two-on-two Public Forum debates. Students also have the opportunity to attend local, state, national and college tournaments.
Gender and Sexualities Alliance (GSA) is an organization that works with queer, trans and allied youth leaders to promote safer schools and healthier communities.
Global Awareness Club meets to discuss and debate a variety of current events both international and domestic. It affords students an opportunity to learn about historical events and ideas that may not get covered in the classroom setting.
Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing organization. Habitat for Humanity builds simple, decent, affordable houses in partnership with those who lack adequate shelter. Students participate in fundraising activities and volunteer labor through Student Builds: “Everyone deserves to have a place they can call home.”
Harbor Hill Light is the yearbook, published by the students and sponsored by the Board of Education, depicting the various sports, clubs, events and activities of the school year. Students are given the opportunity to work on photography, layout, graphics, writing, art, business and organization. The yearbook is sold during the school year and distributed in June.
Hilltop Beacon is the student newspaper, sponsored by the Board of Education, published throughout the year under the direction of a student staff that is supervised by faculty advisers. The newspaper contains editorial features, interviews, columns, sports, photographs and advertising.
Hispanic Heritage Discussion Group is a welcoming and inclusive space where students celebrate Hispanic culture, share traditions, and build friendships. We support our ENL peers, help new students adjust, and organize fundraisers that benefit both local families and causes in Spanish-speaking countries. All students are welcome to join us in honoring and uplifting Hispanic heritage while making a positive impact in our school and community.
International Thespian Honor Society is an honorary organization for theater students located at more than 4,900 affiliated secondary schools across America and abroad. The mission of The International Honor Thespian Society is to honor student achievement in the theater arts.
JANE (The Gender Equality Club) is a club dedicated to promoting and supporting gender equality. The members of the club work towards correcting the negative view of feminism, empowering women (through speakers, volunteering, and group support), providing volunteer opportunities, and eliminating gender roles within RHS and the surrounding community. JANE wishes to promote knowledge on feminism and cooperation and equality among members of all genders.
Jewish Student Union (JSU) is open to all students of Roslyn High School. Students are given the opportunity to explore different aspects of Jewish culture. Activities may include guest speakers, multimedia presentations and special projects. (The Roslyn Public Schools does not endorse this club but permits its activities, as required by the Federal Equal Access Act.)
Junior Scope is dedicated to supporting sick and needy children by working together to raise funds through various activities such as drives, sales, and events. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of young people by showing kindness, compassion, and community support.
Key Club activities include school, community and special interest service. Members participate in fundraising activities for a variety of worthwhile charities. They also supply the support services necessary to run many of our school’s activities.
Math Team A is open to all 11th and 12th grade students. Club members participate in the Nassau County Interscholastic Math League and the New York State Math League. There are eighteen competitions during the school year. Outside mathematicians or club members lecture the students on an unusual problem or concept or present their own papers. The purpose of the club is learning and sharing.
Math Team B is open to all 9th and 10th grade students. Club members participate in the Nassau County Interscholastic Math League and the New York State Math League. There are eighteen competitions during the school year. Outside mathematicians or club members lecture the students on an unusual problem or concept or present their own papers. The purpose of the club is learning and sharing.
Medical Explorers Club exposes students to various fields of medicine. Students present new information to club members about current disease management strategies, new drugs, difficult ethical issues in medicine and possible career paths in health care. In addition, the club runs a Color Run every spring at the high school. The proceeds are donated to an organization that the club chooses to support research related to a specific disease or syndrome.
Mental Health Awareness Club educates and discusses important matters regarding mental health, especially in teenagers. This club reviews monthly overarching topics (ex. Anxiety Disorder) with specific weekly focus on educating, raising awareness, and discussing impacts of that topic. In addition, the club provides regular reminders to students of the various resources available to them.
The Mock Trial Club gives participants the opportunity to learn about judicial procedure and trials through participation in civil and criminal trial simulations. The highlight of the year is the annual Mock Trial Tournament sponsored and run by the New York State Bar Association during the spring semester. Through this activity, students learn to work together as a team to develop their skills in debate, public-speaking, and role-playing.
Muslim Discussion Group is a club that encourages the knowledge of Islam, and its history throughout the school community. The club also serves as an outlet for students to discuss hate crimes, and current events regarding Muslims. (The Roslyn Public Schools does not endorse this club but permits its activities, as required by the Federal Equal Access Act.)
National Honor Society (NHS), Roslyn Chapter, is an organization dedicated to honoring excellence in scholarship, leadership, character and service. To be eligible for membership, a student must have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 92. The GPA, however, does not automatically entitle one to membership. Students must complete an application form, be recommended by the faculty, and be evaluated on three additional criteria: service, leadership and character, which are nationally established criteria.
Organization of Class Councils (OCC) is the school’s elected student government. The OCC is led by its elected officers and is comprised of the councils from each class. The OCC meets weekly to plan and implement school-wide events and respond to issues and problems. Committees meet twice a month or more often as needed.
Quiz Bowl Team is comprised of students knowledgeable in a variety of academic and non-academic topics who take part in Quiz Bowl tournaments across Long Island and New York City. The varsity team is comprised of mainly 11th and 12th graders while the junior varsity team competes with other 9th, 10th and 11th graders. We encourage everyone to try out for one of the teams.
Robotics Club provides an environment for any students passionate and/or curious about the worlds of engineering, robotics, and programming. Even if students have minimal background in building and programming robots, they will be working alongside supportive individuals and advisors that will guide and teach them. Local and state competitions will be the culmination of our teams’ hard work and dedication to each project. The opportunity for students to sharpen their necessary 21st century skills of team building, communication, critical thinking, and collaboration are an inherent quality of this club.
Roslyn Marching Bulldogs is a competitive marching band which performs at the N.Y.S. Championship, competitions on Long Island, as well as parades on the east coast. Anyone who is in the Roslyn band program is eligible for this exciting group. The Marching Bulldogs is a precision show of marching and music to a different theme each year. The Marching Bulldogs rehearse outside of the school day and all members are required to attend all rehearsals and events. The color guard, a group within the marching band who perform dance moves with flags, is open to anyone who can perform a brief audition after being taught a simple flag routine.
Royal Crown Players Drama Club (RCP) is a theater company that performs two plays per year. In addition to offering opportunities for students to perform on stage, the organization comprises all aspects of production: set design and construction, stage management, lighting design and execution, sound engineering, makeup, props, pit orchestra, costuming, publicity, advertising sales and playbill publishing, ticket printing and sales, ushering and refreshment sales.
Royal Crown Players Stagecraft works closely with the Royal Crown Players in creating sets, executing lighting, moving scenery, gathering props, and running backstage operations.
Science National Honor Society The purpose of this organization shall be to encourage
participation in and recognition of scientific and intellectual thought, to advance the students’ knowledge of classical and modern science, to communicate with the scientific community, to aid the civic community with its comprehension of science, and to encourage students to participate in community service and, in turn, encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all mankind.
Science Olympiad Club trains students in all grade levels in problem-solving, practical application of classroom scientific principles, brainstorming innovative ideas, in addition to rehearsing for actual team competition.
Sports Analytics Club will utilize statistical analysis and mathematic principles to apply to athletic endeavors and sports. The club will also be chartered to help the Roslyn coaching staff better collect information about their players as well as the opposition in order to enhance team performance. Additionally we will discuss the utilization of statistics in team sports and the performance measures that best identify success.
Stock Market Club offers students the opportunity to learn about the stock market by following market trends and studying about investments.
Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD) is a chapter of a nationwide organization designed to increase awareness of the dangers of driving while under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol and other destructive behaviors. Assemblies and activities are planned throughout the school year.
Student Prints is the literary magazine published each year. Students and their advisor meet weekly throughout the year to read and select literary material submitted by students for publication.
Students for Social Responsibility (SFSR) meet to gain information and to stimulate other students to be better informed on issues pertaining to the survival of the human race. The club is also dedicated to helping the hungry and homeless of Long Island. The group pursues its aims through lectures, debates, speakers and fundraising.
Students United for Safer Schools discusses and educates the youth of Roslyn on issues of racism, discrimination and tolerance. Prejudice reduction workshops and interactive drama are techniques used to convey its message to the students of our community. The Anti-Bias Task Force is an outgrowth of this group. It also addresses all forms of discrimination.
The Exchange is open to all students of Roslyn High School. Students meet to learn about the aspects and beliefs of Christianity. (The Roslyn Public Schools does not endorse this club but permits its activities, as required by the Federal Equal Access Act.)
Tri-M Music Honor Society recognizes musical achievements and encourages instrumental and vocal students to work together toward reaching their full musical potential. To be eligible for membership, students must meet nationally established criteria including academic, performance and participation requirements and be recommended by a member of the music faculty.
Winter Guard meets when the marching band season ends. Many of our members continue spinning as members of our winter guard. Winter guard takes place indoors (in a gymnasium), and involves students performing to recorded music. Our winter guard program competes from January - April, appearing in competitions around the tri-state area.
World Languages Honor Society Club promotes students’ facility with, and interest in, the languages and cultures of the countries in which French, Italian, Mandarin, and Spanish are spoken and American Sign Language is used.