Extracurriculars

Sports programs offered at Tom C. Clark High School

Clark High School has a strong athletic tradition since its beginning. We offer students the opportunity to participate in several sports.  The main goal of our Athletic Department is to develop the student-athlete both on the court/field as well as in the classroom.  Our sports programs teach athletes the value of discipline, loyalty, hard work, good health, and good sportsmanship.

Football 

Basketball

Volleyball

Softball

Golf

Diving

Swimming

Track

Baseball

Soccer

Tennis

Cross Country

Call the school for more information (210)397-5150 or visit the Clark HS Athletics website at https://clarkathletics.org/

Dance Classes I-IV introduce students to various mediums of dance, including ballet, modern, social/multicultural dance, jazz, tap, improvisation, and hip hop. Emphasis is on the development of technical and mind/body coordination skills, physical strength, and creativity. Students participate in a minimum of two performances a year. There is no prerequisite for Dance Level 1.  

Pep Squad: Award-winning team that includes students in grade levels 9-12. Students learn the basics of dance and cheer technique and skill. Pep Squad performs halftime at football games, cheers in the stands at football, volleyball, and basketball games. Pep Squad competes at 1-2 competitions in February. Pep Squad performs in a Spring Show in April. Pep Squad also participates in community events around the area. There is no prerequisite for Pep Squad. 

Drill Team - Aristocats: Award-winning JV dance team that includes students in grade levels 10-12. Tryouts for this team take place in March. Aristocats perform halftime routines at football games, cheer in the stands at football, volleyball, and basketball games, perform at pep rallies, and perform at a Spurs game halftime show. Aristocats compete at 2 competitions in February. Aristocats perform in a Spring Show in April. Aristocats specializes in Jazz, Pom, and Hip Hop. Aristocats also participate in community events around the area. Prerequisite - 1 year in Pep Squad or UIL extracurricular activity. 

Dance Team - Top Cats: A four-time State Champion Varsity dance team that includes students in grade levels 10-12. Tryouts for this team take place in March. Top Cats perform halftime routines at football games, cheer in the stands at football, volleyball, and basketball games, perform at pep rallies, and perform at a Spurs game halftime show. Top Cats compete at 3 competitions in February. Top Cats specialize in Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and Lyrical. Top Cats perform in their annual Spring Show in April. Top Cats also participate in community events around the area. Prerequisite - 1 year in Pep Squad or UIL extracurricular activity. 

Cheer: Award-winning JV and Varsity Cheer team that includes students in grade levels 10-12. Tryouts for this team take place in March. Cheer leads spirit at pep rallies, football, volleyball, and basketball games. Cheer competes at 3-4 competitions starting November - January. Cheer recently placed 2nd out of 16 teams at NCA National Competition. Cheer trains in tumbling and stunts throughout the year and performs in a Spring Show in April. Cheer also participates in community events around the area. Prerequisite - 1 year in Pep Squad or UIL extracurricular activity. 

Parents and Guardians: Welcome to the Air Force Junior ROTC (AFJROTC) 793rd Cadet Wing at Tom C. Clark High School

Your daughter and/or son is joining a first-class instructional program with dedicated and experienced instructors who will go the extra mile for each cadet.  We will provide a learning environment that is safe, educational, inspiring, fun, and physically challenging.  

The mission of AFJROTC is to develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.  Our core values are:  "Integrity First", "Service Before Self", and "Excellence in all we do". Our objectives are to educate and train high school cadets in citizenship, promote community service, instill responsibility, character,  self-discipline, and provide instruction in air and space fundamentals.

It is important for everyone to know that AFJROTC is not a military recruiting program, however cadets who are enrolled may choose to join (if qualified) any military service following graduation.  Moreover, cadets completing three (3) years of AFJROTC, and who subsequently enlist in the armed forces may be eligible to enlist at a higher pay grade.  Please see service specific recruiters for details. 

Why Enroll in AFJROTC?

• To appreciate the ethical values and principles that underlie good citizenship.
• To develop leadership potential, while working cooperatively with others.
• To be able to think logically and to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing.
• To appreciate the importance of physical fitness in maintaining good health.
• To understand the importance of high school graduation for a successful future, and learn about college and other advanced educational and employment opportunities.
• To develop mental management abilities.
• To compete for summer scholarship programs (CSAF Flight Program)
• To further your chances of obtaining a College ROTC scholarship
• To compete at National Level competitions (College resume builder)

Programs offered in the Clark H.S. AFJROTC:

• Community & School Service Hours
• Ceremonial Color Guard  
• Fall Newcomer's Dance
• Spring Military Ball
• Veterans Day Activities
• Marksmanship Team 
• Academic Team
• Saber Team
• Silver Valor Unarmed Drill Team  
• Centurion Guard Armed Drill Team 
• Physical Fitness Team
• Orienteering Team
• Raider Challenge Team
• Kitty Hawk Air Society (NHS Equivalent)
• Spirit Squad
• Summer Leadership Training

  Contact information: patrick.franzese@nisd.net