Club Information and Signups
MVPAZ is excited to host various clubs within our program for students of all ages. Each club is led by an MVPAZ staff member and has scheduled meetings for club members. These clubs are a great way to learn new skills, pursue a passion or interest, or even spend time with others interested in the same things as you. If you want to join, use the sign up button so you can get started!
Check out the lists below to see what is offered! The lists are separated by grade ranges so each student can see what is available for them to join!
Elementary School Clubs
Acts of Kindness (AOK) Club K - 5th Grade
Contact: Denelle Scanlan
dscanlan@mvpaz.org
When: Every third Tuesday each month from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Description: The A.OK Club focuses on how one little act of kindness can improve the world around you. We will be meeting to gather a list of acts of kindness we can do in our own communities and sharing the results as a whole group! Together, we can change our world for the good!
First Meeting: August 17th at 3:00 PM
Fantasy Club K - 5th Grade
Contact: Kathy Linden - klinden@mvpaz.org
When: Last Tuesday of each month from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Description: Come and let your imagination go wild! Each month we will explore different kinds of fantasy depending on the interest of the club members. Some possible topics could include Anime, Legos, dinosaurs and art. Students can create your own creatures and then in groups make up stories using each student’s character. Maybe students can join a world and build things using your imagination or play games. It should be lots of fun so come check it out! First meeting will be on Tuesday, Aug. 31 from 3:00-4:00 pm. Hope to see you there! Offered by Mrs. Linden, 5th grade teacher. For K-5 students
First Meeting: August 31st at 3:00 PM
Friendship Club - 1st-3rd Grade
Contact: Rachel Johnston - rjohnston@mvpaz.org
Nicole Duggan - nduggan@mvpaz.org
When: Every other Friday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm
Description: Friendship Club is a place where all are welcome! Do you want to make more online friends? Would you be interested in Getting to Know you Games? How about learning new ways to make and keep friends? If yes, please join us!
First Meeting: August 27th at 12:00 PM
Drama Club 3rd - 8th Grade
Contact: Breanna Waer
bwaer@mvpaz.org
When: Every other Monday 4:00-5:00 pm
Description: Do you want to improve your skills at thinking on your feet? Be part of a close knit community? Join the Drama Club and become a master of improv, bond with the team, and perform for your peers online. Students will learn skills such as singing, dancing, and acting. They will also study improv theory and practice. Students will apply creativity, stage presence, and most importantly teamwork! Students will participate in a variety of theater activities, including: improv, musical performance, performance critiques, and potential viewing parties (online).
First Meeting: August 23rd at 4:00 PM
Art Club 3rd - 5th Grade
Contact: Emily Bacon - ebacon@mvpaz.org
When: First Friday of each month from 3:00-4:00 pm
Description: Do you love to art? Art club is for elementary students who love being creative. We will use tempera paint, watercolors, oil pastels, and pens to create masterpieces. This is a fun club where creativity is encouraged!
First Meeting: September 3rd at 12:00 PM (Normal meeting time 3-4 PM)
Book Club 4th - 5th Grade
Contact: Kristin Rankin
krankin@mvpaz.org
When: Last Friday of each month from 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Description: Do you love to go on adventures, explore new places, or to read about interesting characters? Do you love to read books as much as I do? Did you know that some of your favorite movies are also books? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then join me for Book Club. We will be reading some books that were turned into movies and discussing them. For example, the Harry Potter Series, Percy Jackson Series, A Series of Unfortunate events, but not limited to those.
First Meeting: August 27th at 3:00 PM
National Elementary Honors Society 4th - 5th Grade
Contact: Ashley Jumper - ajumper@mvpaz.org
Kathy Linden - klinden@mvpaz.org
When: 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month from 3:00 - 3:30pm
Description: National Elementary Honor Society is a group of student leaders who learn valuable life lessons, which recognize the importance of personal responsibility and community service. We will accept applications for membership from 4th and 5th graders beginning in August 2021 and hold an induction ceremony in September 2021. Members will be invited to club meetings twice a month where we will discuss service projects, scholarship, responsibility, and leadership.
Middle School Clubs
Drama Club 3rd-8th Grade
Contact: Breanna Waer
bwaer@mvpaz.org
When: Every other Monday 4:00-5:00 pm
Description: Do you want to improve your skills at thinking on your feet? Be part of a close knit community? Join the Drama Club and become a master of improv, bond with the team, and perform for your peers online. Students will learn skills such as singing, dancing, and acting. They will also study improv theory and practice. Students will apply creativity, stage presence, and most importantly teamwork! Students will participate in a variety of theater activities, including: improv, musical performance, performance critiques, and potential viewing parties (online).
First Meeting: August 23rd at 4:00 PM
Current Events Club 6th - 8th Grade
Contact: Brianna Williams -
bwilliams@mvpaz.org
When: Last Tuesday of each month from 4:00 - 5:00
Description: Would you like to learn more about what's going on in the world around us? Join the Current Events Club! We will meet virtually on the last Tuesday of every month from 4-5pm, and all 6-8th graders are welcome to join! Emphasis will be placed on recent news in the areas of science, technology, art, culture, nature, and sports.
First Meeting: August 31st at 4:00 PM
Anime Club 6th - 12th Grade
Contact: Jose Avalos -
javalos@mvpaz.org
Eric Steele -
esteele@mvpaz.org
When: First Thursday of each month from 4:00 - 5:00
Description: The anime club meets to share and discuss anime. Come enjoy anime and learn about different shows, discuss it with your friends, and gain a better understanding of Japanese culture. The Anime Club is a student led organization, which means our students are in charge! If you are interested in being a club leader please reach out to Mr. Avalos through email.
First Meeting: February 3rd at 4:00 PM
Forensics Club 6th - 12th Grade
Contact: Jennifer Gentle -
jgentle@mvpaz.org
When: Second Thursday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
Description: Back by popular demand, the Forensics club is reopening for the school year! The first meeting will be an opportunity to discuss club leadership opportunities and what the club will do and explore in the world of Forensics and true crime. Forensics is the application of science and scientific techniques in the areas of crime. This club is a great fit for students interested in careers in forensics or true crime fans!
First Meeting: February 10th at 3:30 PM
Spanish Club 6th - 8th Grade
Contact: Anna Elizondo
aelizondo@mvpaz.org
When: 4th Tuesday of each month from 4:00 to 5:00 PM
Description: We'll be using Duolingo for part of each session. There will be a lot of conversation. You'll learn basic, everyday vocabulary and greetings, play games like scavenger hunts and bingo (Go find a calcetine!), and some cultural knowledge such as how to address people who are your age versus those who are considered your elders. If you already know Spanish or are taking the elective class, you can hang out and improve your skills while cheering on your peers who want to learn. If interested, click on the sign-up form link for more details and to share some information about your experience with the language
First Meeting: January 25th at 4:00 PM
Contact: Coach K - kyazbell@mvpaz.org
Coach Avalos -
javalos@mvpaz.org
When: Based on games played
Description: Basic info can be found here!
Student Government 8th-11th Grade
Contact: Candice Evans
cevans@mvpaz.org
Coach K
kyazbell@mvpaz.org
Amy Tregaskes
atregaskes@mvpaz.org
Eric Steele
When: TBD
Description: Click the button above for details!
National Junior Honor Society 7th-8th grade
Contact: Kristen Belt
kbelt@mvpaz.org
When: Every other Thursday from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Description: The National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) elevates a school’s commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, character, and citizenship. NJHS students and their peers volunteer in their communities at the highest rates and make connecting with and serving within the community a priority.
Vandal News Room 8th -12th grade
Contact: Coach K
kyazbell@mvpaz.org
Bouchra Bouanani
bbouanani@mvpaz.org
Eric Steele
esteele@mvpaz.org
When: Every Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Description: The Vandal News Room is the official news outlet for MVPAZ since the Fall of 2021. Students involved perform the roles of Newscasters, Writers, and other roles of a newsroom to produce school news for the MVPAZ community.
High School Clubs
Forensics Club 6th - 12th Grade
Contact: Jennifer Gentle -
jgentle@mvpaz.org
When: Second Thursday of each month from 3:30 to 4:30 PM
Description: Back by popular demand, the Forensics club is reopening for the school year! The first meeting will be an opportunity to discuss club leadership opportunities and what the club will do and explore in the world of Forensics and true crime. Forensics is the application of science and scientific techniques in the areas of crime. This club is a great fit for students interested in careers in forensics or true crime fans!
First Meeting: February 10th at 3:30 PM
Photography Club 9th - 11th Grade
Contact: Jean Scherer - jscherer@mvpaz.org
When: Last Friday of each month from 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Description: Photography club exploring the history, aesthetics, and social ramifications of photography
First Meeting: August 27th at 4:00 PM
Anime Club 6th - 12th Grade
Contact: Jose Avalos -
javalos@mvpaz.org
Eric Steele -
esteele@mvpaz.org
When: First Thursday of each month from 4:00 - 5:00
Description: The anime club meets to share and discuss anime. Come enjoy anime and learn about different shows, discuss it with your friends, and gain a better understanding of Japanese culture. The Anime Club is a student led organization, which means our students are in charge! If you are interested in being a club leader please reach out to Mr. Avalos or Mr. Steele through email.
First Meeting: February 3rd at 4:00 PM
Vandal News Room 8th -11th Grade
Contact: Coach K
kyazbell@mvpaz.org
Bouchra Bouanani bbouanani@mvpaz.org
Eric Steele
esteele@mvpaz.org
When: Every Wednesday from 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Description: The Vandal News Room is the official news outlet for MVPAZ starting in the Fall of 2021. Students involved perform the roles of Newscasters, Writers, and other roles of a newsroom to produce school news for the MVPAZ community.
Contact: Coach K - kyazbell@mvpaz.org
Coach Avalos -
javalos@mvpaz.org
When: Based on games played
Description: Basic info can be found here!
Student Government 8th-11th Grade
Contact: Candice Evans
cevans@mvpaz.org
Coach K
kyazbell@mvpaz.org
Amy Tregaskes
atregaskes@mvpaz.org
When: Every other Wednesday from 9:00 - 10:00 AM
Description: Click the button above for more details!
Don't see a school club that quite fits what you want? That's okay! There are K12 National Clubs available too which can be found here!