
Extracurriculars
Athletics
Coach John Geist, Clark Athletic Coordinator and Coach Anne Ager, Clark Assistant Athletic Coordinator
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/
Arts
Directors - Smith and Neiman
Dance Studio
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.
Clubs
Tom C. Clark High School 2022-2023 Clubs **** Times and sponsors subject to change**** Call office for information 210-397-5150
CLUB | SPONSOR/S | MEETING DATE/S | TIME/S |
LOCATION |
ACADEMIC DECATHLON | NAT PLAYER | BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL | TBA | TBA |
ART CLUB | LUIS VALDERAS | EVERY WEDNESDAY | AFTER SCHOOL | A001 |
BOWLING | JANIE CARDENAS | SEE SPONSOR | ||
CLASS OF 2023 | ANNETTE COBB DEBBIE SOCHIA JONATHAN FARMER | MEET AS ANNOUNCED | A015 | |
CLASS OF 2024 | ELIZABETH CASILLAS JANIE CARDENAS | MEET AS ANNOUNCED | ||
CLASS OF 2025 | KAREN PUMPHREY LAURA SWAIN MICHELLE ELIZONDO REBECCA BERRINGER | MEET AS ANNOUNCED | A039 | |
CLASS OF 2026 | TBA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
COMPUTER SCIENCE CLUB | DANIELLE MILLS | EVERY TUESDAY | 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM | C225 |
CREATIVE WRITING CLUB | KARLIE GARCIA | 1ST & LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | A202 |
CRICKET CLUB | DAVID EMPSON | EVERY TUESDAY | 8:40 AM | A115 |
CURRENT EVENTS UIL | CRISTINA JOHNSON | EVERY THURSDAY | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | A228 |
DRAMA CLUB | KYLE ANDREWS | 2ND & 4TH FRIDAY OF THE MONTH | 8:15 AM | TBA |
EARTH CLUB | ANNE SCHNABEL ANNETE COBB | AS ANNOUNCED | TBA | A017 |
eSPORTS TEAM | DANIELLE MILLS | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | C225 |
FELLOWSHIP OF CHRISTIAN ATHLETES | RIHANA HOUY | MEET AS ANNOUNCED | ||
FRENCH NHS | RAPHAEL CHOURY | THURSDAYS | 4:30 PM | A102 |
FRIENDS HAVING FUN | KAREN PUMPHREY | SEE SPONSOR FOR MEETING DAYS/TIMES | TBA | A028 |
GENDERS & SEXUALITIES ALLIANCE | MOLLY SHARP | 2ND & 4TH TUESDAY OF MONTH | 4:40 PM | P18 |
GERMAN CLUB | ROSELYNN CHOURY | SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH | MORNING | A110 |
GIRLS LEARN INTERNATIONAL | DARIELA DELGADO MARIA WILHELM | 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY OF MONTH | C113 | |
HENNA CLUB | RAMONA ZAMBRANO PAIGE VETTER SHANNON RANGE | 3RD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH | 8:15 AM | A215 |
HOSA | NADIA LOPEZ | TBA | TBA | C224 |
INDIAN CULTURE CLUB | MARIBEL YZAGUIRRE | EVERY WEDNESDAY | 4:35 PM | A229 |
KEY CLUB | LUCY PODMORE CRISTINA JOHNSON | 2ND MONDAY OF THE MONTH | 4:45 PM - 5:45 PM | LIBRARY |
KOREAN CLUB | DANIEL DUBOIS | 1ST WEDNESDAY OF MONTH | 4:45 PM | A204 |
LATIN CLUB | WILLIAM LEE | SEE SPONSOR | 8:15 AM / 4:45 PM | A103 |
MATH CLUB/ MU ALPHA THETA | JOSEPH DEMARIO YOLANDA ADAME MARK PEDROZA | TBA | TBA | TBA |
MINDFULNESS CLUB | DEBORAH JEMPTY | 1ST MONDAY OF THE MONTH | 8:15 AM | COUGAR DEN |
MODEL UN | KEVIN PUMPHREY | SEE SPONSOR | A218 | |
MUSLIM STUDENT ASSOCIATION | CORY PHILLIPS | ONCE A MONTH AFTER SCHOOL & FRIDAY'S DURING 5TH FOR PRAYER | 4:30 PM | A048 |
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY | CRISTINA MCFARLAND | LAST WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH | 4:35 PM | LIBRARY |
NATIONAL LATIN HONOR SOCIETY | WILLIAM LEE | SEE SPONSOR | A103 | |
ROBOTIC TEAM | CHUCK BARKSDALE | MONDAYS & WEDNESDAYS | 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM | C226 |
SCIENCE FAIR CLUB | DEBBI SOCHIA | SEE SPONSOR | 8:15 AM - 8:45 AM | A015 |
SCIENCE NHS | YVONNE YZAGUIRRE DEBBI SOCHIA | EVERY 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH | TBA | TBA |
SPANISH CLUB | NATALIA CABALLOS | 2ND & 4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH | 4:35 PM | A105 |
SPANISH NHS | SALVATORE REGINALDO MATTHEW LOPEZ | 1ST WEDNESDAY OF MONTH | 4:30 PM | A022 |
STUDENT COUNCIL | JOSEPH DEMARIO | 1ST & 3RD TUESDAY OF MONTH | 4:45 PM - 5:15 PM | CAFE |
TEXAS ASSOCIATION OF FUTURE EDUCATORS (TAFE) | SYDNEY HERNANDEZ | EVERY WEDNESDAY | TBA | TBA |
UIL MATH NUMBER SENSE | MICHAEL KOHN | TBA | TBA | TBA |
UNIFIED SPECIAL OLYMPICS | JESSE HERNANDEZ | TBA | TBA | TBA |
UPSTYLE YOUR DESIGN | MONIQUE CARPENTIER | 1ST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH | 4:30 - 5:15 PM | A207 |
Activities
Directors: Smith, Neiman, Vitola and Hernandez
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.
SASI Col. Patrick Franzese USAF (Ret), MSgt. Vince Madrid, USAF (Ret)
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