Advisor: Mrs. LaBare

The California Scholarship Federation (CSF) and California Junior Scholarship Federation (CJSF) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to recognize and encourage academic achievement and community service among middle and high school students in California.

Why Join? 

Long-term members get honor cords and special recognition at graduation for being in CSF. In addition, being a member looks great on your application when you are applying to a college or university.

For more information:

Heather.LaBare@sausd.us

 

Drama

Advisor: Ms. Connell

Drama Club is a place where all are welcome to come and express themselves creatively in a safe environment through acting, costumes, make-up, lighting, writing, sound, and set design. 

Why Join? 

It's an awesome way to be involved in our Saddleback family and express yourself creatively! No experience is required to join.

For more information:

jennifer.connell@sausd.us

Instagram: @saddlebackthespians

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ESports

Advisor: Mr. Hernandez 

Our club is a collection of teams that practice and compete in Esports events on behalf of Saddleback.

Why Join?

Anyone who likes to game has a place in the Esports Club.  Whether you are a competitor or just like to game casually and hang out with other gamers after school, this is the place for you.

List of current competitive teams:

• Fortnite

• League of Legends

• Overwatch

• Rocket League

• Super Smash Bros.

• Valorant

For more information:

danny.hernandez@sausd.us

 

Folklorico

Advisor: Ms. Martinez

The club focuses on exposing students to Mexican culture through dance. Students learn Folklorico dances and perform them at school events. 

Why Join? 

It is a new experience to learn about Mexican culture through dance. You will meet students with similar interests and make long-lasting friendships.

For more information:

norma.martinezhernan@sausdlearns.net

Google Classroom Code: obxtghi    

Instagram: @shsfolkloricoclub   

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Guitar Club

Advisor: Mr. Contreras

For more information:

juan.contreras1@sausd.us

 

Key Club

Advisor: Mrs. LaBare

Key Club International is a student-led organization that provides members with opportunities to serve their community and better the world, while also growing as a person. Our core values are leadership, character building, caring, and inclusiveness. 

Why Join? 

Students are encouraged to join Key Club because members come out of Key Club knowing how to make the world a better place as well as having grown in character and leadership. In the club, you not only learn the value of community service but also the fun of doing it together with people who have the same drive. Club members create meaningful memories at our events as they meet friends from their own school as well as other schools. You're not only joining a club, but a family too. Not to mention, as a well-known club, it would be a great contribution to your college applications!

For more information:

Instagram: @saddlebackkeyclub

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MESA

Advisor: Mr. Banh

MESA is an after-school club where we participate in STEM-related projects and take part in team competitions at UC Irvine. All grade levels are welcome!

Why Join? 

Become part of a fun competitive team, explore STEM-related fields, and receive college/career support even beyond high school! 

Statistic: MESA students are more likely to be admitted to a UC (80% vs 67% for California students overall).

For more information:

billydanh.banh@sausdlearns.net

Instagram: @shs_mesa

Email: saddlebackhsmesa@gmail.com

Meeting info: Every Monday at 3pm in Room 411.

 

NHS/NJHS

Advisor: Mrs. LaBare

The National Honor Society and National Junior Honor Society is a nationally recognized association of the best academic high school students from across the United States. NHS/NJHS is grounded on the four pillars of Character, Scholarship, Leadership, and Service. Membership is limited to those students with an outstanding GPA. NHS/NJHS does community service work in Orange County. 

Why Join? 

NHS looks great on your college applications, plus you get community service hours.

For more information:

Heather.LaBare@sausd.us

 

Project Planet A

Advisor: Mr. Banh

Project Planet A is a community-service club where youths are empowered to advocate and participate in environmental movements in order to build a more sustainable planet. Some projects we are involved in include Walk for the Planet, Act for Oceans, and other social media movements.

Why Join? 

Meet peers and work with inter-club advocates, gain community service hours, develop a sustainable mindset, and help save our planet!

For more information:

billlydanh.banh@sausdlearns.net

Instagram: @projectplaneta.shs 

Remind: Text: 81010 this message @74bfg7h 

Meeting info: Every other Tuesday at 3pm in Room 411.

 

Quiz Bowl

Advisors: Ms. Morgan 

Quiz Bowl is an academic, competition-based club that currently meets during office hours on Thursdays. The competitions are based on trivia questions ranging from math, history, science, sports, pop culture, and many other categories. How do you answer? You buzz in! There are no requirements necessary; anyone can join!

Why Join? 

Because it's fun! Because you probably know more than you think you do, and you'll surprise even yourself.

For more information:

juliana.morgan@sausdlearns.net

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Rize Up

Advisor: Mr. Mendez

Facilitators: Jared Mendez & Tsui Vasquez

.. To promote & participate in Rize Up at Saddleback High School

.. Support Rize Up students at Saddleback 

.. Promote community service 

.. Organize functions and activities 

.. Organize social events, fundraisers 

.. Participate in leadership training and conferences

.. A common organization for all Rize Up students 

Why Join? 

RiZe Up is a club where every meeting is different.  We do cool activities that push you outside your comfort zone and get to know the other members.  You get to meet guest speakers, learn about different careers and backgrounds, and learn how to network.  You learn leadership skills and have the opportunity to volunteer.  You learn new things from other people who support and protect each other and the community of Santa Ana.

For more information:

jared.mendez@sausd.us

Google Classroom Code: y5l3skf