Clubs and Activities

ASB Senate & Officers
Location: A-13
Advisor: Diane Dominiak
Capital High School's student government consists of four ASB members plus a president, vice president, secretary/treasurer, and 5 senators from each class. Two technology positions are appointed. Elections for next year's10-12th graders is in May and appointed positions for 9th graders is in the fall.


Ani-tech
Location: F-2 Lab
Advisor: Burling
President: Ian Reed


Cheerleading
Advisor: Sherry Schmidt and Jenny Morgan
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors by try-outs. Try-outs are in the spring.


CNS (Capital News Service)
Advisor: Kevin Wright
This is a class which produces news that pertains to Capital and various video school projects. You will learn video taping, editing, computer art, and design.

Conservative
Location: A-1
Advisor: Gaston
President: Cole Michell
Conservative Club is a means of conservative students to meet and discuss political issues. At times, the conservative and liberal clubs schedule dates to stage mini debates on domestic issues. A normal club day consists of a speech given by the president followed up with as many donuts and milk one can handle. We would love to see you next B schedule! - Cole Mitchell, President. (conservative club reserves the right to deny student entry into club meetings)

Cultural Awareness
Location: D-6
Advisor: Joe Alonso
President: Sean McDemott
Goals of the club are to raise cultural awareness, fundraise for charities, and give back to the community.

Debate
Location: B-7
Advisor: Jim Anderson
President: Forrest Rice

DECA
Location: E-2
Advisor: Fabritius
President: Max Brown
DECA is an association of marketing students and is a fun student leadership club, which develops leadership, increases knowledge, and gives job experience. Members participate in challenging opportunities and activities including traveling to conferences and other social outings.

Drama
Location: Stage
Advisor: Riley
President: Sydney Whitten
Open to all students interested in drama

Drill Team
Advisor: Jan Keifer
Drill is open to sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Students must maintain a GPA. Try-outs are held in the spring.

Environmental
Location: I-8
Advisor: Baker
President: August Logino
Students interested in reducing the environmental impact of Capital High School and the Olympia community in general may participate. The purpose of the club is to promote environmental awareness among students and club members.

FBLA
Location: E-3
Advisor: Oatman
President: Marley LeMay
Future Business Leaders of America is a business club that offers a great chance to make new friends, compete in business subjects (regional and state), attend conferences, and develop leadership skills. This is an exceptional club to be in if you are planning on going to college or in a business career. Membership is open to all students.

French
Location: D-3
Advisor: Kinsel
President: Caitlynn Lull


Government X
Location: A-12
Advisor: Deakins
President: Felix Agulto

Honor Society
Location: B-3
Advisor: Knuth
President: Brennan O'Keefe, Jordan Meehan
Honor society is a club for student who excel academically and in areas of leadership and service. Students must maintain a 3.5 GPA and show evidence of good character, service, and leadership.

Horticulture/FFA
Location: I-10
Advisor: Watts
President: Ryan Smith
FFA (Future Farmers of America) makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education. Horticulture Club/FFA students participate in recreation and service projects with funds earned from thee springplant sale. Students are also encouraged to join the National FFA to participate in Career Development Events and Leadership Camp.

Human Behavior
Location: A-13
Advisor: J. Dominiak
President: Alex Backstrom

HOSA
Location: A-5
Advisor: France
President: Chris Forgaard
Health Occupations Students of America

Japanese
Location: D-1
Advisor: Nelson
President: Yujin Ghim
This club promotes and interesting environment which exposes members to the culture and language of Japan.

Key Club
Location: A-3
Advisor: Kenyon
President: Whitney Fung
Key Club is a service organization which is sponsored by the local Kiwanis Club. Their objective is the development of initiative, leadership ability, and good citizenship practices.

Knowledge Bowl
Location: B-1
Advisor: Johnston
President: Forrest Rice

Liberal Action
Location: B-1
Advisor: Johnston
President: Hannah Peckler
The purpose is to create liberal awareness in our school and community and to work together in order to better our school and community.

Link Crew
Advisors:Diane Dominiak, Michelle Anderson, Shawn Riley
Junior and senior students are given an opportunity to go through a leadership training program to mentor incoming freshman students. Two to four student mentors are "linked" with about 10-20 incoming freshman to help them acclimate to the high school environment, introduce them to Capital, and to help them transition to the rigors of being academically challenged.

Music
Advisors: Heather Stein, Dan Lundburg, and Jon Nardilillo
Jazz band, marching band, orchestra, and choir are all open to students who have experience and skills in instrumental or vocal music. Throughout the year, they perform formal concerts for parents and students, play at football and basketball games, and graduation. They also play at many different assemblies. This group also performs at festivals and contests.

Newspaper Staff
Advisor: Carrie Street
This group is responsible for the publication of the Outlook: the official newspaper of Capital High School. To join the class, you need permission from Mrs.Street.

Outdoors
Location: C-6
Advisor: Miller
President: Rachel Pattin

Peace Club
Location: A-1
Advisor: Rae
President: Anna Sayer, Lynn Le
People Encouraging Awareness and Cultivation Equality (Peace) Club, developed a group that would spread awareness on social and economic issues occurring in the world today. This club raises money for organizations such as Adopt-A-Minefield, Make Trade Fair, Hurricane Katrina, and Hurricane Rita.

Philosophy
Location: B-2
Advisor: Shine
President: Jack Hoskins

Red Cross
Location: I-2
Advisor: Montgomery
President: Cheri Friend
This club is for the students interested in community service. The Red Cross club does many fundraisers throughout the year and is involved in the Thurston County Youth Organization. Red Cross also has two blood drives in the year.

Scholar's Club
Location: Upper Gym
Advisor: Eliason
President: Suvir Bharil

Skills USA
Location: F-1
Advisor: LeDuc
President: Larissa Katrina

Speedcubing
Location: TBA
Advisor: Carlson
President: Jeff Andrew

Step
Location: TBA
Advisor: Eygabroat
President: Twyla Brown

Thespians
Location: Stage
Advisor: Riley
President: Lynn Le
Open to 11th and 12th grade students who must pledge to this international theatre fraternity. See Mr. Riley for details.