- John I. Leonard High
- Clubs and Extracurricular Activities
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Advancement Via Individual Determination Club (AVID)
The AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) club is a dynamic and inclusive community dedicated to fostering academic excellence, college readiness, and personal growth among its members. Rooted in the belief that every student possesses the potential for success, the club provides a supportive environment where students come together to learn, collaborate, and inspire one another on their educational journeys.
Contact person:
Ashley BaroneMeets every other Tuesday, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in room 15-209.
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American Sign Language Club (ASL)
American Sign Language club introduces students to basic American Sign Language, Deaf culture, and fun language games. Anyone who is interested in learning ASL, practicing their ASL skills, and making new friends, is welcome!\
Contact person:
Megan AlbertzMeets every other Wednesday, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in Room 5-105.
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Animal Rescue Club (ARC)
Animal Rescue Club is all about helping the animals in our community find loving homes and promoting proper interactions with animals. Students can earn volunteer hours by serving at the Humane Society or other local animal shelters. ARC will attend different adoption events in the community while also learning ways to work with animals positively, even in the wild. This club is for the animal lovers!
Contact person:
Rachel SmithMeets every other Thursday, from 3:00 4:30 P.M., in Portable 5.
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Art Club
Art Club serves as a communal space for artists of all walks of life at JILHS. Our primary focus for the first semester will be preparing for the Lake Worth Street Painting Festival, a long-standing annual tradition of our art department. During the second semester, our members will determine our activities and chosen mediums.
Contact person:
Nicole BlackMeets every other Wednesday, frm 3:00 - 4:30 P.M., in room 4-103.
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Arise and Shine
Arise and Shine allows students to connect with new and like-minded peers who wish to share their Christian faith and life experiences.
Contact person:
Johna BinghamMeets Tuesdays, from 7:00 - 7:20 A.M., in Room 5-209.
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Best Buddies
Best Buddies aims to create a more inclusive and accepting environment for all students by fostering meaningful friendships between students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities. Best Buddies is a global organization that promotes social inclusion and empowers individuals with IDD through friendship and leadership development.
Contact person(s):
Katerina Malone
John CareyMeets Tuesdays, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M. in Room 6-105.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Club (Think Pink)
Think Pink is a safe space for members to discuss their mental health in regards to their battles with cancer. This terminal condition can affect one's mental health, and no one should feel the need to bottle their emotions. In this
club, we participate and encourage John I. students to be a part of walks for cancer. We also sell delicious baked goods, which will be sold during both lunches. We will volunteer for cancer foundations, visit patients in hospitals,
and pass out gifts crafted by our hard-working members. This is a place to bond and create long-lasting friendships!Contact person:
Jordyn DeclementeMeets Thursdays, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in Room 9-103.
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Coding Club (CSquare)
AICE tutoring is offered to all students who are aiming to prepare to retake the AICE exam or to best prepare for the exam by learning the essential skills.
Contact person:
Anthony PrunottoMeets every other Wednesday or Thursday, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in room 4-205.
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Community Service Club
The Community Service Club is a group of dedicated students committed to making a positive impact. Through various service projects, we aim to develop leadership skills, foster connections, and promote a culture of giving back. By joining us, you'll gain practical experience, meaningful friendships, and a sense of purpose while contributing to a more compassionate school community.
Contact person:
Jose Garcia GoslingMeets every other Thursday, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in Room 4-217.
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Dance Club
Dance Club members perform at the JILHS Pep Rallies, in addition to other school events. The club is open to all boys and girls interested; no experience is needed!
Contact person:
Wendy FreemanMeets the second and fourth Thursday of every month, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in room 8-207.
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Equality Club
The Equality Club is a student-led organization focused on LGBTQ identity, support, and advocacy.
Contact person:
Mark PickeringMeets the first Thursday of the month, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in Room 4-214.
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Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA)
FCCLA expands students' leadership potential and develops the skills needed for life-planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision making, and interpersonal communication - all of which are necessary to be successful in both the home and workplace.
Contact person:
Bethania AbreuMeets every second Wednesday of the month, from 2:50 - 3:50 P.M., in room 3-102.
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First Priority (FP)
First priority is a Christian club that meets to talk about and share the love of Jesus.
Contact person:
Lindsey SconhoftMeets once a month on Tuesdays, from 3:00 - 4:00 P.M., in Portalbe 12.
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Flying Lancers’ Club
Members of FLC can meet fellow students interested in aerospace propulsion, aerodynamics, and aerospace structures by participating in citizen science community service projects.
Contact person:
Stephen PetersonMeets Thursdays, from 3:00 - 5:00 P.M., in room 6-208.
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French Honor Society (SFS)
The French Honor Society recognizes high achievement in French and stimulates interest in the study of French and francophone culture civilization.
Contact person:
Jean-Yves MarcelonMeets the first and third Thursday of every month, from 2:50 - 3:30 P.M., in Room 3-102.
