Clubs

LHS Clubs Build a Community

LHS Club Rundown

By: Hailey McGinnis , Reporter

LHS Clubs build community and there are over 26 for students to choose from on campus. Clubs range from academic to entertainment and there’s something for everyone. This article will focus on four clubs; Zebra Art Club, GSA (Gay Straight Alliance), NHS (National Honor Society) and Physics Club (Science Expo). Zebra Art Club meets Tuesday and Thursday at lunch in the art room. The club counsel includes President, Riley Nelson (‘23), Vice President, Alicia Rodrigues (’23) and Secretary, Sydney Christensen (’22). Everyone is welcome in the art club, because their goal is to, “Make art club what we want it to be,” Vice President Alicia Rodrigues (‘23) said. The art club is planning to have clay day at the Lincoln museum, sometime in May 2022. In the future they are also planning on a few field trips to Gladding McBean, Verge Center for the Arts in Sacramento and more. “I love how as an art club we get to do art-related activities that we wouldn’t get to do anywhere else,” President Riley Nelson (‘23) said. Gay Straight Alliance (GSA) club meets every other Thursday at lunch in room 49. The club officers are President: BobbieLeann VanSant (‘22), Vice President: Mia Draper (’23), Treasurer: Ana Mauricio (’23) and Social Chair: Aaron Weygandt (’22). The club may just be starting, but they have a year of friendly community and acceptance ahead of them. “I think the GSA club is fairly nice and welcoming,” Lavender Klopson (‘25) said. “It’s nice being able to have a club where my actual name and pronouns are used and accepted.” Physics Club or the Science EXPO meets at lunch on the third Thursday of the month in room 11. Presidents Jade Nguyen (’22), Hunter Janssen (’22) and Maryann Rojas (’23) are working hard to plan events like the preparation for Science EXPO 2022. The Science Expo is when the third graders from other schools come and experience a day of science fun. ”When the 3rd graders come to see our projects, I get excited seeing them get inspired to do science,” President Hunter Jannsen (22’) said. “The big reason why I’m so adamant about the Science Expo is because it’s the spark which makes future chemists, biologists, or engineers.” The Physics Club is about helping out and making an impact on the community. “I love seeing the community and how hard the students work to make this event come together,” President Maryann Rojas (23’) said. National Honor Society, known as NHS, meets at lunch in the theater every second Tuesday once a month. The club counselors are President April Vazquez (‘23), Vice President Alyssa Rizzardo (’23), Treasurer Dylan Alarcon (’24), Secretary Steven Fukui (’24), Community Service - Joshua Uhler (’22) and Social Media Chloe Downs (’23). They are working on college trips, students to volunteer for community service, events for the Lincoln community and WPUSD elementary schools and middle schools. “Students with character should join,” President April Vasquez (22’) said. NHS is a club that motivates students to help the community by community service, while maintaining a high GPA. “I like the family that develops with the club itself because we’re all united by our urge to help the community,” Secretary Steven Fukui (24’) said. The NHS social media is on Instagram at the moment @lincolnhighnhs More information on all the clubs at Lincoln High School can be found on the LHS website or students can stop by and ask Mary Macqueen in the Activity Room.

Photo of Art club in Art Room, Photo taken by: Hailey McGinnis, Reporter Sierra Sheffield (23’), Zoie Zambrana (24’), Lilyana Delap (24’), Brielle Soto (24’), Sean Vasquez (23’), Riley Nelson (23’) Elijah Phetsinorath (23’), Osmar Escobar (23’), Kaycee Schroeder (25’) and Lailani Bogar (25’).

LHS Black Student Union Enters Second Year; What To Know

BSU President and Sponsor speak on BSU’s role on campus

By: Andrea Paz Sepulveda Guzman, Reporter

With the past year left behind and things starting to return to some normalcy, the Black Student Union at Lincoln High School is entering its second year of activity, and its first year in person. To those in the BSU, this return to school means growth in numbers. The member count has increased significantly when compared to the previous year, getting everyone excited for the future of the club; but, despite this member increase, some people are still apprehensive about joining. “I wish people knew it really is for everybody,” Mia Draper, BSU President and founder said. “Whatever you believe in, whoever you are, we want you to come to the BSU.” So, what should you know about the BSU? “It’s a safe, non-judgmental place where Black students and their friends can go to discuss issues that are important to them, build friendships with students they may not otherwise have a chance to talk to, and have fun, too.” Kelly Ward, club advisor and LHS English teacher said through e-mail. “We talk a lot about race… especially the experiences of Black students on campus, and we talk a lot about current events and things like Black history,” Draper said. Members in the BSU discuss on-campus and off-campus issues that Black people face, with the goal primarily being on creating a safe and supportive community for Black students, rather than education. “...the BSU isn’t about educating non-Black students, but all students are absolutely welcome to join the meetings, meet new people, or support the club!” Ward said. Draper explains that Lincoln High School is a Predominantly White Institution (PWI), which makes it hard when pointing out issues on-campus, and even harder for Black students to feel like they have a safe place to go to at school.

“Racism exists on campus,” Draper said. “It’s very prevalent. A lot of teachers, a lot of faculty, and a lot of students just aren’t aware of it, but it is there, and Black students have to deal with it every single day.”

This all makes BSU an important club to have on campus for Black students. “...it really is important for us to have our own thing, for us to have a space to be ourselves, and to not censor ourselves,” Draper said. So, what should be the take-away from this article? Well, Draper gives some closing points. “It’s important to listen to Black people. It’s important to listen to other perspectives, especially when people can have such different experiences.”

If you’re interested in joining BSU, they meet every Wednesday in Mr. Ward’s room (72) from 3:00

BSU members pose for a picture, Photo taken by: Andrea Paz Sepúlveda Guzmán, Reporter Top row: , Mia Stevenson (‘23), Mia Draper (‘23), Mi’Niyah Davis (‘23), , Zoey McManus (‘23), , Kimara Blakeley (‘23) Bottom Row: (‘25)

Want to Join ALAS?

The Importance of Culture

By: April Vazquez, Assistant Editor

ALAS (Association of Latin American students) club, is one of the culture based clubs at LHS that honors the latino heritage. With a goal to spread awareness and educate the school on latino events, ALAS helps gain a community of people that have similar interest to their latin descent. “Not only do we provide a venue for our students to express their heritage on important dates to our community, but it’s also a place for students to connect across those borders that exist between the 20+ Spanish speaking countries in our world.” Co-Club Advisor Karla Manzano said. This year ALAS is looking forward to a schedule full of fun events such as the school-wide celebrated independence day where there is festive music, a pinata, and candy throughout lunch, causing an overall energetic atmosphere. “Our next event would be to commemorate el Día de los Muertos on campus on November 2nd,” Manzano said. “Other tentative events would be a club Posada in December, a spring fundraiser in April and a field trip to UC Davis in May for the Cesar Chavez Conference.” Those wanting to join ALAS are always welcome to come to the meeting which are held twice a month during lunch in room 70. “Our goal is to give a voice to the Latino students on our LHS campus,” Spanish Teacher and Club Advisor Felicitas Gonzalez said. “We work to promote our culture, build relationships and have fun while celebrating our heritage.”