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Student Organizations
Anchor Club
Art Club
Band and Drumline Monthly
Bi-monthly (Tuesdays)
Daily & after school
Brain Brawl Teams
Cheerleaders Chorus Weekly
3 times per week Daily
Crusader Esports
CrusaderVision
Diversity Student Union
Family, Career & Community Leaders of America Forensics German Club History Club
Interact Club International Thespian Society
Kenny Angels Latin Club Medical Career Club
Mu Alpha Theta Seasonal meeting predominetly in the spring Twice per month
Monthly
Monthly
Daily 4 times per semester Monthly
Monthly Monthly
Monthly Monthly Monthly
Monthly
National Art Honor Society National German Honor Society National Honor Society As needed
Twice per semester
Twice per semester
National Latin Honor Society National Spanish Honor Society Monthly
Two times per year Girls, GPA 2.5, application, April of previous year or references August for freshmen All interested students; August 31 application required Drumline 1- Interest At course selection Drumline 2-4 - Consent of instructor Recommendation/invitation September or tryout GPA 2.0; successful tryout Spring Chorus 1 - Interest Chorus 2-4 - Consent of instructor 2.5 GPA- successful tryout At course selection
As announced
All interested students Open
Open to all students in grades 9-12 Interested students (limited enrollment) Open
September meeting
All interested students All interested students 2.0 GPA; application
All interested students Qualified theatre students with 3.0 GPA and "A" average in theatre courses All interested girls GPA 2.0; grades 9-12 2.5 GPA; interest in medical or health-related career GPA 3.5; junior or senior with an A in two high school college prep. courses GPA 3.0; "A" average in art; teacher recommendation 3.5 GPA; three semesters of German with "A" average 4.0 GPA; grades 11-12; see description pg 67 3.5 GPA; three semesters of Latin with "A" average 3.5 GPA; completed three semesters of HS Spanish with "A" average September Open Before the first monthly meeting, usually in Sept. Third week of school Third quarter
April of previous year October 31 Early September
Third quarter
Third quarter
Third quarter
Third quarter of 11th or 12th grade Third quarter
Third quarter
Student Organizations
Name Newspaper Meeting
Schedule Daily
NJROTC Academic Team NJROTC Athletic Team NJROTC Color Guard NJROTC Cyber Patriot Team NJROTC Drill Team NJROTC UAS/Drone Team NJROTC Marksmanship Team NJROTC Orienteering Team Quill & Scroll Society Daily
Weekly Weekly Weekly
Twice Weekly Weekly
Weekly
Weekly
Twice annually
Red & White Girls Rho Kappa Three times per year Monthly
Robotics Team St. Vincent de Paul Society Science Club Science National Honor Society Varies Monthly
Monthly Four times per year
Spanish Club Student Council Student Government Association Theatre Tri-M Honor Society Yearbook Three times per year At least monthly At least monthly
Monthly Monthly Daily
Qualifications Newspaper 1-Interested students w/80+ in English 2 Newspaper 2- Consent of adviser All cadets with GPA of 2.0
All cadets with GPA of 2.0 All cadets with GPA of 2.0 All cadets with GPA of 2.0
All cadets with GPA of 2.0 All cadets with GPA of 2.0
All cadets with GPA of 2.0
All cadets with GPA of 2.0
Enrollment Deadline At course selection
Open
Open Open Open
Open Open
Open
Open
Grades 11-12; 3.0 GPA; "A"average in journalism Girls, grades 9-12; GPA 2.0 3.5 GPA, junior or senior who completed three semesters in social studies, with B average, enrolled in at least one honors/AP social studies class; member of History Club Interested students All interested students Third quarter
End of November Third quarter
Limited enrollment Late August
2.5 GPA; grades 9-12 3.5 GPA, junior or senior with 90+ average in previously taken college prep./ honors science classes (84+ in AP science classes) Current Spanish students See full description See full description Open Third quarter
Open Previous spring Previous spring
All interested students Qualified music students Yearbook 1-Interested students w/80+ in English 2 Yearbook 2- Consent of adviser September Third quarter At course selection
Student Organizations
ART CLUB
Description: The Anchor Club is a nationwide service organization for high school girls. Members are selected based on their commitment to community service, responsibility, ability to work with others, overall attitude, and character. Members are required to participate in community service projects throughout the school year. Other requirements include attendance at meetings, participating in fundraisers, and payment of club dues. Meetings: Monthly, or more frequently if necessary Qualifications: Girls must submit a written application and present names of two references. Membership is limited to 70 members. All deadlines must be met to be considered for club membership. If accepted, members must be active participants and follow all rules of the club. Readmission is based on active involvement in the club during the previous year. Maintain a GPA of 2.5 or above. Complete at least 8 Anchor service hours per semester, including at least one big event per semester. Enrollment Deadline: April of previous year or August for freshmen Leadership Opportunities: President, Service Director, Convention Chair, Social Director, Chaplain
Description: The Art Club is a service organization dedicated to enhancing the visual environment at BK by maintaining the school gallery of student artwork and using art in service-related projects for the community. Members design and produce art in various forms for fundraisers that provide assistance to the art department. Meetings: Bi-monthly on Tuesdays and open studio Qualifications: Application required. Open to students in grades 9-12 who have an interest in the visual arts. There is no art class requirement. Enrollment Deadline: August 31 Leadership Opportunities: Officers are elected by club members.
ART HONOR SOCIETY (see NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY)
BAND AND DRUMLINE
Description: The Band and Drumline provide music at various on and off campus school activities, including pep rallies, football games, local parades and festivals, and concerts throughout the year. Band and Drumline both require a mandatory Band Camp the week before school starts. If you do not receive any information after signing up please reach out the Music Director. Meetings: During class and after school as scheduled Qualifications: Drumline 1 – interest in learning a percussion instrument Drumline 2-4 – consent of instructor and experience playing a percussion instrument Band 1- interest in learning a wind instrument. Band 2-4 – consent of instructor. Enrollment Deadline: At the time of course selection in the spring Leadership Opportunities: Drum Major, Drum Captain, Band Captain, Quarter Master
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Description: The varsity and junior varsity teams represent BK in competitions against other high school teams in Duval County. Questions cover a broad area of general knowledge in the fields of mathematics, science, social studies, language arts, literature, humanities and current events. Meetings: Weekly, beginning in late August, on Friday afternoons Qualifications: All interested students must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative average to represent Bishop Kenny in a JV or Varsity competition. Teachers may recommend students for the teams. Teams are formed by the coaches/sponsors based on practice rounds and tryouts. Students may be in grades 9-12 and must be bright, quick, and aggressive. Enrollment Deadline: Open enrollment, top 8 will compete Leadership Opportunities: Captains for the varsity team and the junior varsity team
CHEERLEADERS
CHORUS
Description: The Cheerleading squads consist of spirit-oriented students at the varsity and junior varsity levels. The BK Cheerleaders lead the crowds in supporting our athletic teams, and help to cheer on our teams during pep rallies. Cheerleaders also provide publicity for games and are expected to participate in service projects. Attendance at practice is mandatory for all squads. Meeting Schedule: Three practices a week and a mandatory cheer camp in the summer Qualifications: GPA of 2.0, successful tryout Enrollment Deadline: Open to rising freshmen, sophomores, juniors, and seniors enrolled at BK at tryout time. Tryouts are held in the spring.
Description: The chorus provides music for student Masses at Bishop Kenny, performs at various festivals, and performs in several concerts during the year. Choral students also serve the community through music whenever possible. Meeting Schedule: During class; after school when scheduled Qualifications: Chorus 1 – interested students Chorus 2-4 – consent of instructor Enrollment Deadline: At the time of course selection in the spring Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Chaplain of Concert Chorale
Student Organizations
CRUSADERVISION
Description: The purpose of a Varsity High School Esports League team is to promote a healthy use of strategy-based video games in order to promote teamwork, education, healthy lifestyles and leadership in the Bishop Kenny community. In the same way as Saint Paul states in Corinthians 1:9, we are using video games as a means of bringing people to a deeper and more healthy relationship with God by allowing them to see Christ in all things. Students learn to use technology, not just video games in a manner that will benefit them greatly in college and life. Meetings: Frequency and dates of meetings vary by the season of the year. The team operates as a sport, and we are in season in the spring. Qualifications: Team members must have a minimum 2.5 cumulative GPA. Members must have a team-oriented attitude. There will be a tryout at the beginning of each school year. A maximum of 15 students are allowed on a Varsity and Junior Varsity team. Tryouts will take into account skill, character and academic performance. Enrollment Deadline: Fall tryout as announced. Team roster finalized one week after completion of tryout. Leadership Opportunities: Team Captain (one for each game played),Stream Leader, Moderators and Team Manager.
Description: CrusaderVision provides live broadcast experience for the BK community through the production of events both on and off campus. These broadcasts are streamed on the internet and preserved for on-demand viewing. During meetings, members plan and prepare for the necessary equipment and personnel to produce scheduled broadcasts. Through hands on experience, members of CrusaderVision will learn the necessary skills to produce and run a quality broadcast. Members of the club are required to attend all meetings, pay $25 dues, and participate in a minimum of two broadcasts per semester to maintain membership. Meetings: Twice monthly Qualifications: Any interested student Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: President – responsible for all broadcast preparation, planning and implementation; Vice President – staffing, attendance and equipment records; Secretary – announcements and posts to Schoology concerning meetings and broadcasts; Chief Financial Officer – collects dues and reports club finances; Chaplain – responsible for opening and closing meetings/broadcasts with prayer
DIVERSITY STUDENT UNION
Description: : The Diversity Student Union (DSU) strives to promote and increase awareness and appreciation for all racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. Members strive to build relationships with peers by breaking down barriers which lead to prejudice while encouraging unity and acceptance. DSU invites speakers of diverse backgrounds to share personal stories and professional wisdom while highlighting cultural and ethnic traditions. Members work to broaden an understanding of other cultures by encouraging participation in community events such as cultural festivals and supporting locally operated businesses and restaurants. We seek to draw closer to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus and allow His grace to bring unity and love to all. We are committed to respectful and constructive conversations regarding diversity at Bishop Kenny and in our world. Meetings: General members meet once per month Qualifications: Open to all students in grades 9-12 Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice President, Secretary, Public Relations, Historian 1, Historian 2 63
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Description: The purpose of FCCLA is to help students assume leadership roles in society through education in areas of personal growth, family life, career preparation, school and community involvement. Members participate in club meetings, school and community service projects, and fundraising projects. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Interested students. Students may not accrue more than 3 unexcused absences. Dues are $20.00. Enrollment Deadline: September meeting (limited due to space) Leadership Opportunities: Chapter Officers
FORENSICS TEAM
GERMAN CLUB
HISTORY CLUB
Description: The Forensics Team is BK's Speech and Debate Team. The team competes in the National Catholic Forensics League at both the state and national levels. Members can compete individually or as duos in a variety of categories including: public speaking, debate, and performance events. The Forensic Team supports both varsity and junior varsity levels of competition. Meetings: Daily rehearsals (students can schedule their rehearsal time to fit their schedules). Qualifications: Interested students in all grade levels Enrollment Deadline: September, however, some late competitors are accepted. Leadership Opportunities: Captains are appointed.
Description: The purpose of this club is to promote the understanding of German culture and contribute to BK by supporting the acquisition of German cultural materials. Meetings: Four per semester Qualifications: Enrollment in a German class is preferred but not required. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Chaplain, Sergeant-at-Arms.
GERMAN HONOR SOCIETY (see NATIONAL GERMAN HONOR SOCIETY)
Description: This club provides members with the opportunity to engage in the craft of history through various activities, off-campus field trips and service projects. History Club members will serve the larger Bishop Kenny community by coordinating opportunities for civic awareness through campus-wide informational announcements and events. Furthermore, club members will also gain knowledge of scholarship opportunities and academic competitions related to the study of history. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: 2.0 GPA & application required; 3.0 GPA required for leadership positions. Enrollment Deadline: By the first monthly meeting of the year, usually in September Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice President, Secretary/Treasurer, Internal Events Chair, External Events Chair
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Description: The Interact Club is a service organization that has various projects to serve BK and the greater Jacksonville community. Meetings: Monthly, plus monthly officer meetings Qualifications: Any interested students in grades 9-12 Enrollment Deadline: Third week of each new school year Leadership Opportunities: President and President-elect, Treasurer, Secretary, Chaplain and Board of Advisors
INTERNATIONAL THESPIAN SOCIETY
Description: The purpose of the Bishop Kenny Chapter of the International Thespian Society is to develop and further theatrical training through experience and competition in the field of the dramatic arts. Meetings: Monthly in conjunction with the Theatre Club. Rehearsals as needed before competitions. Qualifications: Students who meet the requirements set by the International Thespian Society and have a 3.0 GPA and an "A" Average in theatre will be invited to apply. See the advisor for details. All members will attend the monthly Theatre Club meetings and teach, facilitate and participate in the theatre games and activities of the club and its members. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during third quarter, followed by an induction Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Clerk
KENNY ANGELS
Mission Statement: The mission of Kenny Angels is to support the athletic program of Bishop Kenny High School by: welcoming invitees to the school concession stands; delivering service with a smile in a safe, clean environment; and embodying the Gospel in word and deed, thereby preparing our hearts, minds, and souls for college and life. Description: Kenny Angels is a service organization composed of girls in grades 9-12 who run the home concession stands for the Athletic Department. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Any interested female student Expectations: Earn a minimum of 5 service hours per quarter, have reliable transportation to and from games, attend morning Mass (quarterly), participate in fundraising and service projects Enrollment Deadlines: Fall--August 30; Spring--April 30 Leadership Opportunities: President (12th only), Vice President, Secretary, Chaplain
LATIN CLUB
Description: The purpose is to promote the Latin language and stimulate a desire to render service. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Minimum GPA of 2.0. Students do not have to take Latin to be a member. Enrollment Deadline: October 31 Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Parliamentarian. Officers must be enrolled in Latin class.
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Description: This student-led organization provides members with information and opportunities to explore the field of medicine and health, and promote healthy living to their peers. Meetings will include presentations from medical professionals in the Jacksonville area, offering insights into their fields and specialties. Members will also engage in activities on campus to promote healthy lifestyle choices to the school community. The Night Vision program will also operate under this club. The Night Vision program trains a select group of students to present information about healthy lifestyle choices to Catholic grade school students. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Minimum 2.5 GPA, interest in a medical or health-related career, and willingness to promote healthy life choices through their words and actions. Membership is limited to 50 students. Enrollment Deadline: early September Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice President, Secretary, Chaplain, and Night Vision Captain.
MU ALPHA THETA
Description: The purpose of this honor society is to inspire a keen interest in mathematics, develop strong scholarship in the subject, and promote the enjoyment of mathematics in high school and in the world around us. It is to advance the students' knowledge of classical and modern mathematics and to enhance the opportunities available to participate and receive awards for mathematical advancement. Meetings: Last Thursday of each month Qualifications: Members must have earned a grade of A in two high school college preparatory mathematics courses (including algebra and geometry), must continue enrollment in college preparatory mathematics in subsequent years, must maintain a 3.0 mathematics average and a 3.5 cumulative grade point average. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction ceremony. Leadership Opportunities: President, Historian, Treasurer, Secretary and Enrichment Organizer.
NATIONAL ART HONOR SOCIETY
Description: The purpose of the club is to recognize those students who have shown outstanding ability and excellence in art, to further the creative abilities and talents of the Society’s members, to bring art to the attention of the school and community, and to provide affiliation with the National Art Education Association—High School Division. NAHS members complete art-related community service hours. Meetings: As needed Qualifications: Open to students in grades 10-12 with a minimum GPA of 3.0, one year of art with an "A" average, and teacher recommendation. Selection is made based on art scholarship, service, and character. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Vice-President-Gallery, Treasurer, Secretary, Lab Assistant, Historian
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Description: This club is for outstanding students of German who are currently enrolled in a German course at BK. Members participate in German Club activities, tutor students who need help in German, and promote interest in German studies. Meetings: Two per semester Qualifications: Students may be invited to join the Society if they have a 3.5 GPA and an "A" average in all German classes taken. They must have completed at least three semesters of high school German. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction. Leadership Opportunities: Officers: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Chaplain, Sergeant-at-Arms.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS)
Description: NHS is a service club affiliated with and sponsored by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. BK’s society has been chartered since 1952. Service projects include assisting with the locker preparation in July, and tutoring. Meetings: Twice per semester Qualifications: Juniors and seniors with an overall GPA of 4.0 or higher at the end of the first semester. A letter inviting eligible NHS candidates to apply for membership is mailed to the student’s home during the third quarter. Applications are evaluated by the Faculty Council based on the applicant’s qualifications in the areas of service, leadership, and character. This includes a review of extracurricular activities and discipline records. Dues are $30.00. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during third quarter, followed by an induction. Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Chaplain
NATIONAL LATIN HONOR SOCIETY (NJCLHS)
Description: This club is for outstanding students of Latin currently enrolled in a Latin course at BK. Members participate in Latin Club activities and tutor students who need help in Latin. Meetings: Monthly in conjunction with Latin Club Qualifications: Students may be invited to join the National Latin Honor Society if they have a minimum GPA of 3.5, an “A” average in all Latin classes taken, and are citizens in good standing at BK. Students are eligible for induction into National Latin Honor Society once they have taken three semesters of high school Latin. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction. Leadership Opportunities: Officers will be elected at the first meeting of the following school year. Officers must be enrolled in a Latin class in order to be eligible to become officers. NJCLHS officers are: President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer.
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Description: “Simon Bolivar” is the name of the BK chapter of this national educational society sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. The purpose of the chapter is to recognize high achievement in Spanish, to promote interest in the Hispanic studies, and to tutor students who are having difficulty in Spanish. Meetings: Two times per year. Senior members will do 3 service hours. Qualifications: Students must have completed a minimum of 3 semesters of high school Spanish with an “A” average and have an overall GPA of 3.5 to be eligible to join. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction. Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer are elected. All officers must be taking Spanish during their senior year.
NEWSPAPER:
THE SHIELD
Description: The Shield is Bishop Kenny’s student-produced newspaper. Under faculty supervision, students conduct surveys and interviews, write articles, columns and editorials, take photographs, design and layout pages for four to six issues per school year, and maintain current news on BKToday.org and social media. Meetings: During class and outside of class as scheduled. Staffers are expected to work outside of designated class time to meet deadlines for writing, editing, design and layout, to attend workshops and conventions, and participate in fundraising.
Qualifications:
Journalism 1 Newspaper – Students with an 85 or higher average in English 2 Journalism 2 Newspaper – Only by consent of adviser Enrollment Deadline: At the time of course selection in the spring Leadership Opportunities: Journalism 2 Newspaper students have the opportunity to become editors on staff and act in a position of authority. Positions include editorin-chief, copy editors, section editors, design editor, web editor, and business manager.
NJROTC ACADEMIC TEAM
Description: The NJROTC Academic Team represents BK in regional and national "Brain Brawl" competition, as well as academic competitions conducted via written tests both on campus and during field meets held at various NJROTC units and universities throughout Area Twelve (Northeast Florida and Georgia). Additionally, Postal Matches (via US Mail) are conducted on a nationwide basis. The competition covers a broad area of general knowledge related to the Naval Science curriculum, as well as SAT/ACT material. Meetings: Daily before school and Wednesdays after school Qualifications: Open to academically qualified NJROTC cadets from grades 9-12. Teams are made up of five members each. Cadets are expected to make a commitment of time and effort for the practice sessions and self-paced study throughout the year. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Commander and Assistant Commander
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Description: The NJROTC Athletic Team consists of cadets who want to be part of a group exercise program. They exercise together to help each other stay physically fit. Cadets travel on field trips with other NJROTC teams in order to compete against other high schools for individual and team awards. Competitions are conducted at high schools and colleges that have ROTC programs throughout the Southeast United States. Meetings: Weekly Qualifications: Academically qualified (2.0 GPA) NJROTC cadets in grades 9-12. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Athletic Team Commander – responsible for conducting practice and preparing for competitions. Athletic Team MPO – assists the Commander and is in charge during his/her absence.
NJROTC COLOR GUARD
Description: The NJROTC Color Guard members represent BK both on and off campus. They travel on field trips to compete against other high school color guards for awards. The NJROTC Color Guard represents our high school at various military and civic activities in the Jacksonville area. They also perform at BKHS athletic events. Meetings: Weekly Qualifications: Academically qualified (2.0 GPA) NJROTC cadets from grades 9-12. Teams are made up of four members each. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Color Guard Commander – responsible for teaching and conducting practices for the Color Guard. Assistant Color Guard Commander – assists the Color Guard Commander
NJROTC CYBER PATRIOT TEAM
Description: CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Education Program, and at the center of CyberPatriot is the National Youth Cyber Defense Competition. The NJROTC CyberPatriot Team represents BK in national online competitions, and these events put teams of high school students in the position of newly-hired IT professionals tasked with managing the network of a small company. In the rounds of competition, teams are given a set of virtual images that represent operating systems and are tasked with finding cybersecurity vulnerabilities within the images and hardening the system while maintaining critical services in a six-hour period. Teams compete for the top placement within their state and region, and the top teams in the nation earn all-expenses paid trips to Baltimore, MD for the National Finals Competition where they can earn national recognition and scholarship money. Additionally, the BK NJROTC CyberPatriot Team conducts an introductory summer camp for incoming freshmen. Meetings: Weekly – August through December on campus. Cadets are expected to make a commitment of time and effort for the set practice sessions, and self-study throughout the year. Qualifications: Academically qualified NJROTC cadets from grades 9-12. Teams are made-up of up-to seven members each. Enrollment deadline: Open. Leadership Opportunities: Commander and Assistant Commander
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Armed and Unarmed Description: The NJROTC Drill Teams represent BK both on and off campus. They travel on field trips to compete against other high school drill teams for awards. Competitions are held at various high schools and colleges that have ROTC programs throughout the Southeastern United States. Competitions require students to demonstrate knowledge of and properly execute both basic and exhibition drill routines. The Armed team practices and competes with drill rifles. The Unarmed team does not use drill rifles. Meetings: Twice a week Description: The NJROTC Drill Teams represent BK both on and off campus. They travel on field trips to compete against other high school drill teams for awards. Competitions are held at various high schools and colleges that have ROTC programs throughout the Southeastern United States. Competitions require students to demonstrate knowledge of and properly execute both basic and exhibition drill routines. The Armed team practices and competes with drill rifles. The Unarmed team does not use drill rifles. Meetings: Twice a week Qualifications: Academically qualified (2.0 GPA) NJROTC cadets from grades 9-12. Teams are made up of approximately fourteen members. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Drill Team Commander – responsible for teaching and conducting practices for the drill team. Assistant Drill Team Commander – assistant to the Commander; in charge in his/her absence.
NJROTC UAS/DRONE TEAM
Description: The NJROTC Drone Team represents BK in local, as well as regional NJROTC Area Twelve (NE Florida and Georgia) “Drone Meet” competitions. Cadets will compete against other NJROTC units, vying for individual and team awards in the timed and accurate completion of a variety of courses. Additionally, the team conducts various on-campus displays during the year in order to bring awareness to the team, and shed light on this bourgeoning technological field. Meetings: Weekly. Cadets are expected to make a commitment of time and effort for the school practice sessions and self-practice throughout the year. Qualifications: Academically qualified NJROTC cadets from grades 9-12. Teams consist of up-to five members each. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership opportunities: Commander and Assistant Commander.
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Description: The NJROTC Marksmanship Team represents BK in air rifle competition nationally, as well as throughout NJROTC Area Twelve (Northeast Florida and Georgia). The competitions cover a broad area of general marksmanship skills. The Marksmanship Team stresses stamina, mental discipline, concentration, the ability to relax under pressure. Meetings: Weekly - September through March on campus Qualifications: Academically qualified NJROTC cadets from grades 9-12. Teams are made up of four members each. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Commander and Assistant Commander
NJROTC ORIENTEERING TEAM
Description: Orienteering is a competitive sport that combines racing with navigation. It is a timed race in which individual participants use a specially created, highly detailed map to select routes and navigate through diverse and often unfamiliar terrain and visit control points in sequence. The NJROTC Orienteering Team represents BK in regional competitions throughout sequence. The NJROTC Orienteering Team represents BK in regional competitions throughout Florida and Georgia. Meetings: Weekly Qualification: Academically qualified (2.0 GPA) NJROTC Cadets in grades 9-12. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Orienteering Team Commander and Assistant Commander – responsible for conducting training and practice for competitions.
QUILL AND SCROLL SOCIETY
Description: Membership in the Quill & Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists widens a student's horizon, increases journalistic perspective, and gives the prestige of membership in an honorary scholastic society. Members receive an official membership pin, membership certificate, and a one-year subscription to Quill & Scroll magazine. Meetings: Twice annually--once per semester. Qualifications: Candidates for membership must have done superior work for a school publication--broadcast, multimedia, literary magazine, newspaper, and/ or yearbook; be a junior or senior; have a 3.0 cumulative GPA or better, and an A average in the course associated with the media publication. Additionally, one must be recommended for membership by his/her publication's advisor. Every new candidate must pay a one-time initiation fee; there is no annual membership fee. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by a mandatory induction ceremony. Leadership Opportunities: Officers will be elected at the first meeting of the following school year. Officers must be a current staff member of a student media publication to be eligible. Quill & Scroll officers are: President, Vice-President, Treasure, and Secretary.
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Description: The Red and White Girls are a support group for the BK baseball teams. Duties include selling tickets, working in the concession stand and ticket booth, raising money, keeping statistics and the score book, working the scoreboard and announcing the games. Meetings: Three times a year Qualifications: Any interested female in grades 9-12 with a minimum GPA of 2.0. Enrollment Deadline: End of November
RHO KAPPA
Description: Membership in Rho Kappa is an honor bestowed upon a student for accomplishments in the field of social studies and overall academic achievement. Activities of the chapter will coincide with those of the History Club. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Students must have completed at least three semesters in social studies AND be enrolled in at least one Honors/AP social studies course while maintaining a B average in all social studies courses, must have been a Bishop Kenny student for at least one semester, and must have a cumulative 3.5 GPA. Students must be members of the History Club to be considered for membership. Expectations: Earn a minimum of 5 service hours per quarter, have reliable transportation to and from games, attend morning Mass (quarterly), participate in fundraising and service projects. Enrollment Deadlines: Spring (current year) - April 30, Fall (subsequent year) - August 30 Leadership Opportunities: President (seniors only), Vice President, Secretary, Chaplain
ROBOTICS TEAM
Description: The purpose of this team is to increase teamwork, analytical and problem-solving skills through building and programming robots. Team members are expected to contribute a significant amount of their after-school time towards their project between August and February. Students participate in regional competitions and can qualify for competition on the state and national level. Meetings: At least one meeting per week during regular season plus attendance at two team competition events Qualifications: Open to interested students. No previous skills with engineering or programming needed. Annual dues $30 Enrollment Deadline: Limited enrollment (12-15 new members; 30 max.) Leadership Opportunities: Leadership roles in design, programming, controls, documenting
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Description: St. Vincent de Paul conference is a service organization deeply rooted in the Catholic tradition. The conference is devoted to relieving need within the Jacksonville area through works of charity and justice which includes all people: the unborn, the sick, the physically and mentally challenged, and the elderly. The Bishop Kenny High School Chapter provides students with opportunities of Christian service, to grow spiritually, and to form new friendships. Meetings: All members must attend scheduled monthly meetings and attend scheduled monthly Mass before school in the chapel. Qualifications: Open to students of all faiths in grades 9-12. Membership is limited. Each member must complete two of the offered service projects per semester. Enrollment Deadline: Late August for new/transfer members Leadership Opportunities: Officers are elected by the membership. Board members are appointed by sponsors and officers for key events.
SCIENCE CLUB
Description: The purpose of this club is to generate excitement for a variety of science disciplines, including chemistry, biology, and ecology. There is an emphasis on hands-on experiences. The club provides guest speakers and field trip opportunities. The club also provides opportunities for a variety of STEM competitions. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Open to students in grades 9-12, with a minimum GPA of 2.5 Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Chaplain, Public Relations Officer
SCIENCE NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY
Description: The purpose of this honor society is to encourage participation in and recognition of scientific and intellectual thought. It is to advance the students’ knowledge of classical and modern science, to communicate with the scientific community and to encourage students to participate in community service. Meetings: 4 times per year. The chapter supports two projects per year – the “Northeast Florida Regional Science and Engineering Fair” and “STEAM Day at BK”. Members must complete 4 community service hours in support of the chapter projects or approved science tutoring. Qualifications: Juniors and seniors currently enrolled in an Honors science course with a 90+ average or an AP science course with an 84+ average. Juniors and seniors with a minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA and a minimum grade of 90 or higher in ALL previously taken College Prep. or Honors science courses OR Juniors and seniors with a minimum cumulative 3.5 GPA and a minimum grade of 85 or higher in ALL previously taken AP science courses. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction ceremony. Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and Public Relations Officer.
Student Organizations
Description: The purpose of this club is to promote interest in Spanish language and cultures. Meetings: Three times per year Qualifications: The president must be enrolled in Spanish in the year he or she holds office or must have completed all available levels of Spanish at BK and must be an active member of the National Spanish Honor Society. All other Spanish Club members must be currently enrolled in a Spanish class, or have completed the highest level of Spanish, or be of Hispanic background. Enrollment Deadline: Open Leadership Opportunities: Four officers are elected. All officers must be taking Spanish during their senior year.
SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY (see NATIONAL SPANISH HONOR SOCIETY)
STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION/STUDENT COUNCIL
Description: The Student Government Association is comprised of seven officers elected by the entire student body. SGA organizes and runs the meetings of the Student Council. Student Council is an organization of elected officers from each class who provide leadership in student affairs. SGA and the Council act as the liaison with school administration on matters of policy, school spirit and community service. Homecoming activities, The Miss BK Pageant, Chili Cook-Off, and the two annual pep rallies are some of the projects coordinated by these organizations. The Student Council strives to promote harmonious relations throughout the school and provides a forum for student expression through the assistance of student representatives. Two of the SGA officers also serve on the School Improvement Team. Meetings: SGA and the Council meet at least once per month; more often for planning events.
Qualifications: Minimum GPA of 2.5, satisfactory recommendations, good standing with the Deans’ Office, an interview, and election by the student body; SGA officers must be in their junior or senior year and have served at least one prior year as a class officer. Enrollment Deadline: Elections for SGA offices and for officers of the sophomore, junior, and senior classes are held in the spring of the previous year. Current freshman class elections take place in the fall. Leadership Opportunities: Each grade elects a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and two Senators. The SGA is made up of a President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, two Senior Senators, and one Junior Senator. Members participate in an annual leadership retreat day.
Student Organizations
Description: The purpose of the Theatre Players troupe is to experience the dramatic arts by learning basic theatre games and improvisation techniques at monthly meetings. Students are also encouraged to participate in school performances and in off-campus events hosted by the Florida Thespians. Meetings: Monthly Enrollment Deadline: September Qualifications: Open to all students interested in drama/theatre
TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY
Description: Tri-M is the international honor society recognizing secondary music students for their musical ability, academic excellence, school improvement and community service. Meetings: Monthly Qualifications: Candidates are selected from school music students that exhibit exceptional scholarship, leadership, service and character. Candidates for membership must have a 3.0 GPA and an "A" average in music courses. Enrollment Deadline: Invitations are issued during the third quarter, followed by an induction. Leadership Opportunities: President, Vice President, Secretary, Chaplain, and Historian
YEARBOOK: CRUSADER
Description: Crusader, one of the largest high school yearbooks in the country, is entirely produced by the students under faculty direction. Meetings: During class, before and after school as scheduled.
Qualifications:
Journalism 1 Yearbook - Interested juniors with grade of 80 or higher in English Journalism 2 Yearbook - Journalism 1 and consent of the advisor Enrollment Deadline: At the time of course selection in the spring Leadership Opportunities: In their positions as staff members, all yearbook students have a certain leadership role due to the great responsibility entailed in producing such a large publication. Journalism 2 students are given editorial positions with the opportunity to be editor-in-chief or other managing editors.
