Student Led Clubs
Request Form
Request Form
Fill out the request form below.
- You must secure a staff advisor BEFORE submitting the form.
- Clubs must complete this form each year to stay active.
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2023-24 Clubs
Anime Club
Samuel Gendry
Student Club Leader
Brandon Russell
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays 3:20 - 4:30 PM
- Location: E333
- Description: Anime club is a welcoming community to the world of anime and manga. We will be watching a wide variety of Anime, attending conventions and cooking a selection of traditional Japanese cuisine. Anime club is an inclusive space where anyone can openly share their passion.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful, anime is a privilege not a right. If someone is repeatedly being disrespectful or discriminatory they will no longer be a member of the club.
2. Members will clean up the classroom to keep it ready for teaching the next day.
3. Club members will keep there voices to a respectable level as to not disturb the rooms around them.
Badminton Club
Divyesh Thirukonda Gowri Shankar
Student Club Leader
Matthew Nilsen
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Every other Monday at 3:30 PM
- Location: EHS North Gym
- Description: Bring your friends to hang out and play badminton! No experience required. Equipment will be provided.
- Club Rules:
1. Respect the property.
2. Respect your opponents.
3. Respect the equipment.
Join our GroupMe to get started.
Students Demand Action
Maggie Salmen
Student Club Leader
Joy Dunna
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Every other Wednesday after school.
- Location: S291
- Description: We will raise awareness about gun safety in our community and advocate for common sense gun legislation in our state.
- Club Rules: We will be respectful of different points of view and create an inclusive, safe space for ALL! We will conduct ourselves with empathy.
2022-23 Clubs *All clubs MUST fill out a new request form each year to keep your club status active.
- Acapella Club
- Anime Club
- Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE)
- Art Club
- Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Union
- Aviation Club
- AVID Club
- Badminton Club
- Business Club
- Chess Club
- Chinese Language & Culture Club
- Computer Science Club
- Creative Writing Club
- Crossword Club
- Dodgeball Club
- Dungeons & Dragons Club
- Edina Faith Club
- Edina General Student Union
- Edina HOSA Chapter
- Edina Lifting Club
- Edina Truth
- EHS Acts of Kindness
- EHS Knitting Club
- Ethics in Science
- Fashion Club
- Fellowship of Christian Athletes
- Finance, Investment, & Economics (FIE)
- Game Club
- Girls United
- Healthcare Career Speakers Club
- Informatics Club
- Jewish Student Union (JSU)
- Just Dance Fitness Club
- Key Club
- KPOP Club
- Lego Club
- Letters Of Love
- Love For Our Elders
- Minds Over Matter
- Murder Mystery Club
- Paper Club
- Philosophy Club
- Photography Club
- Pickleball Club
- Political Science Club
- Pottery Club
- Project Earth
- Recycling Club
- Rocket League Esports
- S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Facts and Education)
- Say Hey Hornets Boosters
- Science Bowl
- Science Olympiad
- Somali Student Association (SSA)
- Statistical Training in Economics and Probability (STEP)
- Stress-Free Strolls
- Students Demand Action
- United Under Arts
- Upcycling Club
- Women in STEM
- Zoology Club
Acapella Club
Tommy Molldrem
Student Club Co-Leader
Kaylee Idrogo-Lam
Student Club Co-Leader
Julia Benson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Mondays from 7:30-8:15 AM..
- Location: E230
- Description: We start with warm ups to get our voices ready to sing. We then practice our songs by looking at sheet music and by having our pianist play on the keyboard. At around 8:15 we wrap up and hand out donuts!
- Club Norms:
1. One of our norms is about attendance, we don't expect members to show up every week as we know it's difficult to get up early on Monday mornings. The Acappella Club is inclusive to everyone and we would love people of all grades to join!.
2. Another norm that we value is that we don't care how good of a singer you are, anyone can sing!
Anime Club
Samuel Gendry
Student Club Leader
Brandon Russell
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays 3:20 - 4:30 PM
- Location: E333
- Description: Anime club is a welcoming community to the world of anime and manga. We will be watching a wide variety of Anime, attending conventions and cooking a selection of traditional Japanese cuisine. Anime club is an inclusive space where anyone can openly share their passion.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful, anime is a privilege not a right. If someone is repeatedly being disrespectful or discriminatory they will no longer be a member of the club.
2. Members will clean up the classroom to keep it ready for teaching the next day.
3. Club members will keep there voices to a respectable level as to not disturb the rooms around them.
Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE)
Jimmy Vu
Student Club Leader
Jodi Ramirez
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays 3:45 - 5:00 PM
- Location: N203
- Description: Under the ACE Mentorship program, a specific topic each year is introduced for high schools teams across the state and nationally to solve during a designated time (usually from October - March/April) using their knowledge of "Architecture, Construction, & Engineering" There will be help from mentors who have backgrounds as civil engineers, architects, and construction managers. Things we learn in this club are simulating construction models using 3D CAD software and working in a collaborative setting. We will present the solution of the topic at the end of the program (March/April) to industry experts in Architecture, Construction, and Engineering.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful to other people and their ideas.
2. Active attendance throughout the program.
Art Club
Julia Ben-Ozilio
Student Club Leader
Dalen Towne
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays 3:16 - 5:00 PM
- Location: S392
- Description: This club is for students to have a place to work on school or personal art projects. They can do their own thing or seek advice and help from club leaders or Ms. Towne.
- Club Rules: Respect others and their work. Do not under any circumstances touch anyone else's work without their permission. Respect the art materials and the art room. Be kind to one and other.
- Club Rules:
1. No bullying of any kind.
2. Must clean up your art supplies at the end. No leaving art works on tables.
3. No touching other students’ works that have been left in the room.
4. No using other people’s art supplies without asking.
5. Must be ready to leave when club is over so Ms. Towne can go home on time.
Asian American and Pacific Islander Student Union
Lexi Han
Student Club Leader
Susan Phetsamone
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Every Other Tuesday 7:45 AM - 8:25 AM
- Location: College and Career Center
- Description: This is a place for AAPI student support.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful to other's thoughts and ideas.
2. Remain open minded to other's experiences.
3. Remain inclusive.
Aviation Club
Lauren Zawoyski
Student Club Leader
Shannon Seaver
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Once or twice a month after school, either on a Tuesdays or Thursdays. Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: N201
- Description: We will talk about all things aviation! Over the course of the school year, guest speakers will share their stories about their aviation path and journey so we can explore different pathways of aviation. Also, we hope to incorporate mini labs and discussions about aircraft and aerospace engineering mechanics.
- Club Rules: Be respectful towards each other, participate in club activities, and have fun!
AVID Club
Diana Escobar
Student Club Leader
Sarah Hinson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Twice a month after school. Specific meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: S286
- Description: The AVID Club gives students the tools to be successful through their high school career, and help with college applications.
- Club Rules: The AVID Club environment will be a room of free speech and equality, a room of development, a respectful and room of responsibility.
Badminton Club
Divyesh Thirukonda
Student Club Co-Leader
Gowri Shankar
Student Club Co-Leader
Adarsh Nayar
Student Club Co-Leader
Khai Jed Koo
Student Club Co-Leader
William O'Connell
Student Club Co-Leader
Matthew Nilsen
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Mondays 3:30 PM
- Location: EHS North Gym
- Description: Badminton Club is friendly and competitive place to meet up with your friends and play badminton! No experience required. The more you show up to the club, the more you will learn about new skills and strategies. Join our Groupme to get started: tinyurl.com/EdinaBadmintonClub
- Club Rules:
1. Members must practice good sportsmanship and play fair.
2. Members must treat both players and equipment with respect.
Join our GroupMe to get started.
Business Club
Jack Meagher
Student Club Leader
Ryan Gallagher
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Wednesdays 3:30 - 4:15 PM
- Location: W323 (DECA room)
- Description: The Business Club is a club for business enthusiasts and entrepreneurs to come together in a welcoming community while also progressing their various business abilities.
- Club Rules:
1. Be Respectful.
2. Be Inclusive - No harassment or hate speech.
3. Stay positive!
Chess Club
Jacques Gregoire
Student Club Leader
Matthew Minowitz
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Tuesdays 7:20AM-8:20AM
- Location: E341
- Description: Whether you're a new player, or a veteran of the game, Chess Club is for you. We meet every week on Tuesday mornings, providing a way for every chess player in school to play with each other and increase their understanding of the game. If you don't know how to play, don't worry! We're all here to help. Join anytime by heading to room E341.
- Club Rules:
1. Don't cheat during serious games!
2. Be respectful & positive - at the end of the day, chess id a board game.
3. Let's clean up after ourselves.
Chinese Language & Culture Club
Abby Miller
Student Club Co-Leader
Indra Khariwala
Student Club Co-Leader
Inga Kunze-Williams
Student Club Co-Leader
Zhuo Wang
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Monthly - Tuesdays 7:45 - 8:20 AM
- Location: S295
- Description: In the Chinese Club we hope to encourage and assist in exploring the beauty of Chinese culture and language.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful (of each other, ourselves, and the culture).
2. Participate- be an active member of the club.
3. Be punctual.
Computer Science Club
Shuayb Said
Student Club Co-Leader
Rachith Anasuri
Student Club Co-Leader
Matthew Ye
Student Club Co-Leader
Tagore Ciccone
Student Club Co-Leader
Jodi Ramirez
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Wednesday 3:20 - 4:40 PM
- Location: N203
- Description: Whether you're new to coding or already have some experience, CS club is for everyone. If you don't know how to code at all, don't worry, we'll teach you. We like to learn through projects, so it's not boring.
- Club Rules:
1. Respect members in the club (don't be mean).
2. Don't abuse the school resources.
Creative Writing Club
Natalie Mosakowski
Student Club Leader
Andrea Brua
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays 7:45 - 8:25 AM
- Location: W316
- Description: The Creative Writing Club is an opportunity for creative minds to gather together to share ideas and tell stories. Using writing and storytelling strategies, we will have opportunities to work together on one collaborative project per year. We will also have opportunities to work individually on our own ideas, as well as have time to share writing prompts and excerpts from our writing. The Creative Writing Club is a great way for 9th-12th graders who love all forms of writing and creating to share that love with people who have a similar interest.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful of other club members and their ideas.
2. Be kind with all creative/artistic choices.
3. Be respectful of Mrs. Brua when she comes in to supervise.
4. Strive to listen as much as you share (if you are comfortable).
5. Try to be open to giving and receiving constructive criticism.
6. Try your best to have fun, and speak up when you need something! We are more than happy to help!
Crossword Club
Danielle Schmitt
Student Club Leader
Elizabeth Hillstrom
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Monthly - Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: W215
- Description: The goal of the Crossword Club is to discuss past weeks crossword, strategy and clues.
- Club Rules:
1. Be kind and respectful.
2. Don't cheat on the crosswords.
3. Have fun.
Dodgeball Club
Dylan Magnuson
Student Club Leader
Julia Benson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Once every two weeks on Tuesday afternoons - Specific meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: Field House Gym
- Description: The Dodgeball Club is a club that allows you to collaborate with friends, compete against other teams, and become a better team player. The Dodgeball Club welcomes all students and various skill levels in the goal of having a great time. This club provides great team-building skills, and for students to meet new people! Our goal is for students to have fun!
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful to the school grounds and equipment .
2. Be safe.
3. Use appropriate language to peers, opponents and members.
4. Have fun.
5. Engage in the activity.
Dungeons & Dragons Club
Euan Frykman
Student Club Leader
Nico Meersman
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Wednesdays 3:30 PM
- Location: W316
- Description: This club is a good place for students to come together in their mutual interest of Dungeons & Dragons. It will include playing your own campaigns and/or learning how to play in or run a campaign for anyone interested.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful of all fellow club members.
2. Speak at a level that is polite to other club members and their games.
3. Communicate thoughts or issues clearly.
4. Leave the room as clean as you found it.
5. Discuss boundaries and limits of all players before starting a campaign.
Edina Faith Club
Sofia Doval
Student Club Leader
Theresa Bademan
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Once to twice a week. Meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: W321
- Description: The Edina Faith Club was started to provide a space for Christian students to come together and discus their beliefs, as well as other students interested in learning more about Christianity to come and learn about the faith. We focus on Bible study and fellowship.
- Club Rules: To be respectful and inclusive of people with similar and or different views of our own.
Edina General Student Union
Elijah Engstrom
Student Club Leader
Joy Dunna
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Mondays 3:30 - 4:30 PM
- Location: S291
- Description: Edina General Student Union is a political club to bring people together and work with admins to change this school for the better.
- Club Rules:
1. Listen to what people have to say .
2. Respect everyone's perspective.
3. Respect our space.
Edina HOSA Chapter
Afshaan Abu
Student Club Co-Leader
Aditya Suresh
Student Club Co-Leader
Sydney Nelson
Student Club Co-Leader
Isabel Marshall
Student Club Co-Leader
Gretchen Meier
Staff Co-Advisor
Steve Sanger
Staff Co-Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: E346
- Description: HOSA is a medically focused established group that contains conferences and meetings throughout the year. HOSA spreads medical knowledge to our peers, and we strive to instill medical values in our members. HOSA exposes its members to healthcare professionals and other career pathways through its events and community.
- Club Rules:
1. Active participation in our meetings.
2. Respectfulness of other's ideas.
Edina Lifting Club
Aidan Jones
Student Club Leader
Kyle Fowlkes
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Wednesdays 3:30 PM
- Location: EHS Weight Room
- Description: The Edina Lifting Club is a place where students can find a strength training community. Also a place where students can learn how to weight lift and improve their techniques.
- Club Rules: Every member will be expected to follow all EHS community guidelines. Every member will also be expected to follow EHS weight room rules/guidelines.
Edina Truth
Richanta Pollard
Student Club Leader
Hayden Hewson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Varys - Specific meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: S286
- Description: Edina Truth is a club that helps people within the Edina District of all backgrounds, specifically minorities, experience a safe place within our community. Our club calls attention to the things that make minorities feel unsafe within Edina's community.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful and mindful of your actions.
2. Be knowledgeable about our goals.
3. Take initiative and accountability when given the opportunity.
4. Have a hard drive for change.
5. Do not share private submissions with others.
6. Always feel encouraged to share your opinions on any topic of discussion.
EHS Acts of Kindness
Christa Dogbe
Student Club Co-Leader
Leila Zena
Student Club Co-Leader
Gavin McLean
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Wednesday mornings
- Location: E236
- Description: Acts of Kindness is a club dedicated to promoting and practicing acts of kindness in our local community. Members of the club are encouraged to come up with creative and meaningful ways to show kindness to others, whether it be through saying hi to people they think might be having a rough day, posting nice messages around the school, or simply doing something nice for a stranger. The club meets regularly to discuss and plan upcoming projects and events, as well as to share stories and experiences of their own acts of kindness. Members also have the opportunity to collaborate with other clubs and organizations in the community to maximize their impact and reach. One of the core values of Acts of Kindness is inclusivity, and members are encouraged to embrace diversity and promote kindness to people from all walks of life. The club strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Overall, Acts of Kindness is a wonderful club for those who are passionate about making a positive difference in the world and spreading joy and kindness to those around them.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful and kind to all members of the club and the community.
2. Attend meetings and events regularly, and participate in club activities.
3. Treat all club materials and resources with care and respect.
4. Follow all safety guidelines and protocols when participating in events and activities.
5. Act in accordance with the values and mission of the club at all times.
6. Avoid any activities or behaviors that may harm the club, its members, or the community. - Club Rules:
1. Be respectful and kind to all members of the club and the community.
2. Attend meetings and events regularly, and participate in club activities.
3. Treat all club materials and resources with care and respect.
4. Follow all safety guidelines and protocols when participating in events and activities.
5. Act in accordance with the values and mission of the club at all times.
6. Avoid any activities or behaviors that may harm the club, its members, or the community.
7. Work collaboratively with other members and community organizations to maximize impact and effectiveness.
8. Follow any additional rules or guidelines established by the club leadership.
EHS Knitting Club
Jane Porter
Student Club Leader
Greg Pokorski
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Mondays 3:16 - 4:00 PM
- Location: E337
- Description: Come join the EHS Knitting Club any Monday after school! Our goal is to provide a space for avid crafters to find solace with fellow knitters, crocheters, or artists of any craft and any experience level. We will engage in kahoots and crafting challenges and are always willing to teach anyone a new craft.
- Club Rules:
1. Respect each other and any materials brought in.
2. Try your best even if a new project seems impossible (ask for help if needed).
3. Clean up room back to original condition at the end of the meeting. Therefore if project is somewhat messy, begin cleaning earlier than others.
4. Be respectful of everyone's different ability levels and projects they're attempting.
Ethics in Science
Charlotte Nasiedlak
Student Club Leader
Elizabeth Houtz
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Monthly - Meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: E235
- Description: This club will discuss advancing ethical issues due to new discoveries in scientific topics such as AI, gene-editing, and other technologies. The club is meant to create an environment to share opinions about the role ethics should play in science!
- Club Rules:
1. Listen to others.
2. Be respectful of others' opinions.
3. Be respectful to presenter.
4. Don't be afraid to ask questions.
5. Have fun!
Fashion Club
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Weekly - Friday mornings from 7:45-8:20 AM
- Location: W320
- Description: The fashion Club is a space where people can talk about things they love about fashion trends/choices, and where people can debate why they dislike/like a fashion choice/trend.
- Club Rules:
1. We are respectful of each others opinion.
2. Always make sure everyone is included.
3. Be nice.
4. Have fun!
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Luke Hoekstra
Student Club Leader
Troy Beckman
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Every other Monday Time TBD
- Location: TBD
- Description: A group hangout and get together with the purpose of growing in our Christian faith. We will typically do 40 minutes of games followed by a 20 minute discussion.
- Club Rules:
1. When discussing concepts as complex as faith, disagreements are bound to arise. We recognize that productive growth often comes through measured, contemplative, and respectful debate. Therefore, it is not our duty to avoid conflicting ideas when they naturally arise, nor is it our duty to reject or shame others' beliefs. Most simply put, discussions will remain respectful, even if we may not always agree with each other.
2. We will follow the rules when participating in pre-discussion games and activities.
3. We will clean up after ourselves and respect the host's house.
4. We will follow the school's COVID-19 guidelines and recommendations, even if we are not meeting on school grounds.
5. For planning purposes, regular attendees will notify club leaders or Mr. Beckman in advance if they cannot attend an event.
Finance, Investment, & Economics (FIE)
- Meeting Days & Times: Meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: S293
- Description: The Finance, Investment, & Economics Club aims to teach financial literacy for those who participate in this organization. Alongside this, we will be competing in multiple Finance & Economics competitions like Harvard Pre-Collegiate Economics Challenge, stock market simulations, etc...
- Club Rules: Be respectful to other people and their ideas. Active Attendance is needed in this Activity. Members must not be distracting during presentations, and should stay on topic during discussions.
Game Club
Adrian Hansen
Student Club Co-Leader
Luca Benedetto
Student Club Co-Leader
Greg Pokorski
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Tuesdays 3:16 - 4:30 PM
- Location: E337
- Description: We play card games and other video games or board games.
- Club Rules: Be respectful of others and the classroom as we inhabit and engage in club activities. Please no bullying.
Girls United
Sarah Hu
Student Club Leader
Heidi Degener
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: W212
- Description: Girls United focuses on educating girls about the injustices in society and how we can overcome the daily struggles women face.
- Club Rules:
1. Give your attention to the speaker, whether they are a guest speaker or a fellow member.
2. Respect each member and what they have to say. Everyone is different and has different opinions, however that doesn't mean they should be disrespected for it.
3. Treat the space we are in with respect.
Healthcare Career Speakers Club
Sonja Holtey
Student Club Leader
Stephen Sanger
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Two meetings each semester. Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: E346
- Description: The Healthcare Career Speakers Club consists of meetings where a healthcare worker comes in to answer questions about their work, such as their schooling, how they chose their career, and what their day-to-day work is like.
- Club Rules:
1. We will be kind and respectful to our speakers and club members.
2. We will be engaged and respectful with our speakers.
Informatics Club
Keerthi Kaashyap
Student Club Co-Leader
Stephen Mahanty
Student Club Co-Leader
Shannon Seaver
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursday afternoons. Specific meeting times are TBD.
- Location: N202
- Description: The primordial activity of the club is to participate in various informatics/competitive coding competitions, primarily in preparation for the United States of America Computing Olympiad which can qualify for the national team to compete in the International Olympiad of Informatics. In addition, practices will consist of structured review involving algorithmic principles, and are meant to generate a collaborative and fun atmosphere.
- Club Rules: All members must be respectful of each other. Members are encouraged to have fun.
Jewish Student Union (JSU)
Harrison Eyngorn
Student Club Leader
Haydn Hewson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays at 7:45 AM.
- Location: S287
- Description: This will be a safe space for other Jewish students to create connections and to learn and share their ideas about rising issues surrounding the Jewish community, whether in school or globally.
- Club Rules:
Zero toleration for anti-semitic comments within the club.
Just Dance Fitness Club
Meredith Moore
Student Club Co-Leader
Maisy James
Student Club Co-Leader
Stacey Martin
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Fridays 7:45 - 8:15 AM
- Location: Fitness Center Dance Studio
- Description: A fun way to be with friends! This club involves movement like dance or pilates, and serves as a great way to get moving in the morning!
- Club Rules: Everyone in the club is expected to participate and include everyone. We will not tolerate any kind of bullying or exclusion.
Key Club
Annie Carpenter
Student Club Co-Leader
Greta Kerekes
Student Club Co-Leader
Jeffrey Krause
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly + One/Two Weekend Community Service Projects Monthly - Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: E348
- Description: Key Club aims to cooperate with school principals and teachers to provide high school students with invaluable experience in living and working together. Our members develop initiative and leadership skills by serving their schools and communities. Completion of a variety of community service projects.
- Club Rules: The expectation is that members show up to community service projects (that will happen on weekends mostly). Also, being on time and showing up to weekly meetings is important. Be as involved as possible!
KPOP Club
Ayomide Ayelomi
Student Club Leader
Erik Gronberg
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Specific meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: E143
- Description: KPOP club where people come and enjoy KPOP culture and vibe together.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful.
2. Be kind.
3. Be open-minded.
4. Be transparent and helpful.
5. Be cooperative.
6. Listen to other people and enjoy each other presence.
Lego Club
Patrick Kiely
Student Club Leader
Claude Sigmund
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Every 1-2 weeks - Thursday 3:16 PM. Specific dates are TBD.
- Location: S260
- Description: The Lego Club is the perfect activity for people looking to relax from their schoolwork and gauge their imaginations through the art of building legos. All students are welcome to join the club whether they're looking to build massive creations or just pass the time with people who share a common interest. Members are only limited by their creativity since they'll be supplied with unbuilt Lego sets and bins of miscellaneous bricks. Members are also encouraged to bring their own bricks if they want. In addition, snacks will be supplied at every meeting to enhance the building experience.
- Club Rules:
1. All club members must be respectful and inclusive to their peers.
2. All club members must respect the legos and use them in a non-disruptive manner.
3. Any changes made to the club setting must be undone by the time the meeting is over.
Letters Of Love
Sophia Stattine
Student Club Co-Leader
Abigail Murphy
Student Club Co-Leader
Jenn Carter
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Monthly - 7:30 AM, with some lunch time meetings. Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: Cafeteria
- Description: Letters of Love is a non- profit international organization that provides emotional support for patients in Children's Hospitals around the world. Students gather and make cards, tie- blankets, friendship bracelets and other support items for patients at the Children's Hospitals.
- Club Rules: Attendance as best as you can, positive attitude, helpfulness, etc.
Love For Our Elders
Petra Borggreve
Student Club Leader
Eric Payne
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Monthly - Wednesday 7:45 AM - Specific meeting dates and times are TBD.
- Location: S283
- Description: Love For Our Elders is a United States-based nonprofit organization that aims to alleviate social isolation among seniors. Our club comes together to create hand-written cards for seniors. These cards are donated to local senior living facilities. Our goal is to encourage students to spread love to our elders by writing letters and embracing the elders in their lives and community.
- Club Rules:
1. Attend LFOE meetings as best as you can.
2. Put your best effort into creating a thoughtful card.
3. Be open to making new friends.
4. Come with a positive attitude.
Minds Over Matter
Dia Jain
Student Club Leader
Laura Livesay
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Weekley - Mondays 3:30 PM. Specific dates are TBD.
- Location: TBD
- Description: Minds Over Matter is a Mental Health Club focused on promoting awareness and education on mental health, while having open conversations to create change within Edina High School. We strive to create a safe space, break stigma behind mental health, and normalize talking about struggles that many students face.
- Club Rules:
1. Please respect each others privacy.
2. No hate of any kind will be tolerated.
3. Be kind to others, and yourself.
4. Be mindful of your environment and others, this is a safe space.
Murder Mystery Club
Hudson Bernarde
Student Club Leader
Rachel Minerich
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays at 7:30 AM
- Location: W319
- Description: In this club we will Bring fun and difficult Cases for the members to solve, everyone who joins will have a different role to play in these challenges. We can make or go to escape rooms sometimes, we can bring in challenging riddles, and it is also a time to meet and make new friends.
- Club Rules:
1. Anyone who shows up will be required to participate.
2. No arguing.
3. Respect each other.
4. Leave the room clean.
Paper Club
Sarah Galvan
Student Club Leader
Katrina Stern
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Monthly - Wednesdays 3:20-4:05 PM
- Location: E347
- Description: We will reuse used paper to make recycled paper, we can also make paper out of other recyclable items
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful.
2. Clean up properly - don´t make unnecessary messes.
3. Be honest.
4. Be on time - there may be exceptions.
5. Maintain respectful volume.
6. Treat the resources and space with respect.
Philosophy Club
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Tuesdays 7:45 AM - 8:25 AM
- Location: S287
- Description: We will discuss a topic every week and make presentations to diversify our opinions and hear other perspectives on different philosophical concepts and ideas.
- Club Rules:
1. Respect all members and their ideas/perspectives.
2. Listen to the club session’s leader when presenting the topic of the day.
3. Have fun!
Photography Club
Olivia Wegmann-Krider
Student Club Leader
Kimberly Raskin
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Monthly - Wednesdays 3:20 - 4:15 PM. Specific dates are TBD.
- Location: S394
- Description: This club is a space for all different skill levels to learn more about photography and have fun with other students while doing it. Joining is a great opportunity for experienced photographers to take photos and practice new photoshop skills, as well as connect with other people and have snacks. New photographers with little to no skills can join to learn about the basics of photo taking and get introduced to editing programs!
- Club Rules:
1. Listening to criticism is an extremely important part of creating and improving ones’ art, and for this reason we are going to partake in some peer critiques to give feedback on others’ work. It is club policy that all criticism must be constructive, not destructive, and have a positive impact on the student receiving feedback.
2. Members should be receptive to constructive criticism regarding their artwork, regardless of whether they agree or will eventually change anything because of the critique. This club is a space to learn and grow so we want everyone to be open to others’ suggestions and thoughts because we believe that is one of the fastest ways to improve one’s artwork.
3. Everyone should be respectful of the equipment we use and all of the other club members.
Pickleball Club
Annabelle Blooston
Student Club Co-Leader
Libby Claar
Student Club Co-Leader
Mellanie Pusateri
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Once or twice a month after school. Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: TBD- School gyms in winter or tennis courts at Creek Valley
- Description: The Pickleball Club is a place for students to play pickleball.
- Club Rules:
1. Make sure everyone is having fun.
2. No one is excluded.
3. Show up with a good mindset.
4. HAVE FUN!!
Political Science Club
Tim Ruppert
Student Club Leader
Erik Anderson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Friday mornings (Time TBD)
- Location: S270
- Description: Political Science Club will discuss and debate current political issues seeking understanding. Additionally, we will learn about the political process. We plan to also bring in guest speakers.
- Club Rules/Norms:
1. Always respect all people debate the policy, not the other people.
2. No discrimination under any circumstance.
3. Respect the room keep a calm tone of voice, never yell at others.
4. Try to involve everyone in the discussion. Don't talk over people.
5. Try not to bring in parties, we are trying to talk about policy without the lockdown of immediate disagreement based off of political affiliation.
Pottery Club
Ellie Kniffen
Student Club Leader
George Lundgren
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Tuesdays 7:50 - 8:20 AM
- Location: S391
- Description: Students in Pottery Club will have the opportunity to work on personal or school assignments. Pottery Club also welcomes beginner students who are interested in learning pottery!
- Club Rules:
1. Be Kind and Respectful to Other Club Members.
2. Only handle Peoples art and tools when given permission.
3. Clean up area before the start of school.
Project Earth
Olivia Machart
Student Club Leader
Eric Burfeind
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Thursdays 7:45 AM
- Location: E231
- Description: We work on projects to educate students and our community about different environmental issues and to make our school more environmentally-friendly.
- Club Rules: Be kind!
Recycling Club
Sarah Bagley
Student Club Co-Leader
Muna Karie
Student Club Co-Leader
Madelynne Steenwyk
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Fridays 7:45 - 8:25 AM
- Location: S271
- Description: This is a club of environmentalists where we will focus on learning the importance of recycling and try to bring change to EHS.
- Club Rules:
1. Absolutely no bullying will be tolerated.
2. Respect for opinions and ideas of everyone.
3. Members uphold recycling club values in their everyday life.
Rocket League Esports
Landon Hildebrandt
Student Club Leader
Jodi Ramirez
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: The first practice is done at home online. Players will be ranked based on their skill level to establish teams. Going forward, will will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6-8 PM for practice, and Saturday mornings from 9-10:30 AM. There may be additional practices/meetings to prepare for tournaments, etc.
- Location: Online
- Description: Rocket League is a vehicular soccer video game ("car soccer").
- Club Rules:
1. Be to practice on time.
2. Play competitively.
3. Communication is key. Mic required.
4. Have access to an Xbox, Play Station, or PC (cross platform is available).
5. One meeting in-person is required a week. Dates/times are TBD.
S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Facts and Education)
Jaden Young
Student Club Leader
Rachel Minerich
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Monthly - Mornings. Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: W319
- Description: S.A.F.E. (Sexual Assault Facts and Education) is a club devoted to educating the student body about sexual assault and how to stay safe.
- Club Rules: Privacy is important - keeping peoples experiences private when requested, showing up and participating when able, being supportive for all members, and striving to create a safe place for students.
Say Hey Hornets Boosters
Sonja Holtey
Student Club Leader
Jenn Carter
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Meetings will be once a month in the mornings. Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: W222 (Community Room)
- Description: The goal of the Say Hey Hornets Boosters is to build stronger connections in Edina Public Schools. We will meet to discuss activities to promote the message of Say Hey Hornets throughout the Edina School District and the greater community.
- Club Rules:
1. We will be supportive, respectful, and kind to each other and to all students and staff.
2. We will be encouraging of different ideas for promoting the message of Say Hey Hornets among all students and staff.
Science Bowl
Keerthi Kaashyap
Student Club Co-Leader
Adwin Shi
Student Club Co-Leader
Gavin Mclean
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Tuesdays 7:15 AM
- Location: E235
- Description: Science Bowl is an already established event similar to Quiz Bowl but focused on science and science-related subjects.
- Club Rules:
1. The member must be respectful to their surroundings and environment.
2. Students must be interested in science.
3. The member must participate frequently in the object of forum.
Science Olympiad
Keerthi Kaashyap
Student Club Leader
Gavin Mclean
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Wednesdays 7:40 AM
- Location: E236
- Description: Science Bowl is a team competition, similar to Quiz Bowl, but with questions specific to science and math. The club usually is active in the first semester, but less so in the second semester because the regional tournament is scheduled in late January or early February. Information about the regional tournament can be found on the Minnesota Academy of Science website. Students of all grades are welcome. Students can participate in practices and scrimmages even if they cannot or do not want to participate in the regional tournament.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful to the host and other people in the room.
2. Be respectful to the equipment provided.
3. Support teammates while in the club and be friendly to them.
4. Follow standard EHS rules.
5. Have fun in practice and in competitions! It's not supposed to be intense.
Somali Student Association (SSA)
Adna Elmi
Student Club Co-Leader
Mahamed Hussein
Student Club Co-Leader
Abdikadir Ibrahim
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Bi-Weekly - Tuesdays after school. Email student leaders for specific dates and times.
- Location: Main Office Conference Room
- Description: Somali Student Association (SSA) is a student-led organization that works with Edina High students. The primary focus of SSA is to:
- Arrange activities and hold events for Somali students and for the school community.
- Provide mentorship opportunity and academic support to Somali students in the school.
- Be a role models and ambassadors to Somali students.
- Welcome and provide support students who are new to the school.
- Establish relationship between youth and parents.
- Participate in school activities to create a positive presence on behalf of Somali students.
- Create climate of belonging and inclusion.
- Provide mentoring and counseling assistance to middle school students.
- Organize sports, and educational programs, trainings, and field experience for Somali students.
- Club Rules: We will be respectful of different points of view and create an inclusive, safe space for ALL! We will conduct ourselves with empathy.
Statistical Training in Economics and Probability (STEP)
Calvin Kunert
Student Club Leader
Haydn Hewson
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Last Friday of every month before school. Specific times are TBD.
- Location: S287
- Description: A club meant for statistical application of probability and economics in fun, real world scenarios.
- Club Rules:
1. Tolerance: Be respectful of everyone, no exceptions.
2. Cleanliness: Leave our space cleaner than we found it.
3. The Keynes Rule: Apply Keynesian principles to all facets of club related activities.
Stress-Free Strolls
Makayla Greene
Student Club Co-Leader
Maddie Bambery
Student Club Co-Leader
Sally Larkins
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Every 2 weeks on the nicest day of that week at 3:30 PM. Specific dates are TBD.
- Location: W219
- Description: A club where you relieve stress by walking as it is has been scientifically proven that being outside and walking helps relieve stress. It is also a safe place to go to other club members about being stressed.
- Club Rules:
1. Respect everyone.
2. Participate at least one of the two meetings a month (if possible).
3. Engage in conversation with people other than your friends.
4. Support others.
5. Be kind to everyone.
Students Demand Action
Maggie Salmen
Student Club Leader
Joy Dunna
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Last Friday of each month at 3:25 PM
- Location: S291
- Description: Students Demand Action - Edina, will advocate for gun-safe laws and regulations and raise awareness about gun safety in our community.
- Club Rules: We will be respectful of different points of view and create an inclusive, safe space for ALL! We will conduct ourselves with empathy.
United Under Arts
Sofia Doval
Student Club Co-Leader
Geneva Fitzsimonds
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Monthly - Specific dates and times are TBD.
- Location: S354
- Description: United Under Arts focuses on bringing the arts to those who may not have the resources to experience them. This includes children, the elderly, and those who may not have the funds.
- Club Rules: Be inclusive, always put your best foot forward, participate in rehearsals prior to events.
Upcycling Club
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Fridays. Specific times are TBD.
- Location: W213
- Description: We repurpose old things and rejuvenate them to sell for money. Then we either donate the money or use it for a project beneficial to the school.
- Club Rules: Members must be kind and respectful to one another, their property and their ideas. We promote inclusion and our club will be a safe space for everyone.
Women in STEM
Eliza Neumann
Student Club Co-Leader
Natasha Zettler
Student Club Co-Leader
Lindsey Smaka
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Fridays 7:45 AM
- Location: E232
- Description: We will have presentations from women working in STEM. They discuss what they do, hardships they experienced, how they got where they are and advice for younger girls.
- Club Rules:
1. Be on time.
2. Be respectful of the presenter.
3. Be open minded to what the presenters are saying.
4. Be careful with any examples or models brought in by the presenter.
Zoology Club
Andy Jennen
Student Club Leader
Allison Ronglien
Staff Advisor
- Meeting Days & Times: Weekly - Tuesdays 7:45 AM
- Location: E349
- Description: The Zoology Club is a place to make new friends and learn about all sorts of animals.
- Club Rules:
1. Be respectful (no harassment, bullying, racism, homophobia).
2. Be friendly.