Clubs & Organizations

Please note that some websites are maintained by Booster Club organizations and are not a part of Leander High School or the Leander Independent School District. Neither Leander High School nor Leander Independent School District are responsible for the content of this web site or the content of links external to this web site. 

Leander High School has over 80 clubs and organizations for students to get involved with on campus! 

Don't see one that fits you? You can start your own club on campus! It requires: an application (deadline is September 29, 2023 for the 2023-24 school year), at least 12 committed students, a faculty member to sponsor, and approval from Mr. Norris, the AP over clubs. 


Need to update your listing on this website? Email Ms. Faulkner (website updates only; Mr. Norris Is the AP over clubs)

Choice Sheet Video AFJROTC
Our Mission Develop citizens of character dedicated to serving their nation and community.Our Purpose Instill in students the value of citizenship, service to the United States, personal responsibility, character, and a sense of accomplishment. To make the greatest positive impact in the lives of our cadets as possible. This is perfectly encapsulated in our motto: “Building Better Citizens for America.”
  • Our Vision Statement Air Force Junior ROTC will provide a quality citizenship, character, and leadership development program, while fostering enduring partnerships and relationships with high schools, educational institutions, and communities that help meet our citizen development mission.
  • Air Force Mission The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win—in air, space and cyberspace.
  • Air Force Core Values Integrity first, Service before self, and Excellence in all we do.
AP CollegeBoard

AP Ambassadors

Interested in being an AP Ambassador? Email  Jo Tanzer for an application. 
Athletics team members
Current student aides are enrolled in various athletic periods based on their year in the program.
  • 1st Years (Sports Medicine 1) are double blocked in 4th & 8th Period
  • 2nd Years (Sports Medicine 2) are placed in various athletic periods based on need and schedules
  • 3rd & 4th Years (Athletic Training 1 & 2) are placed in various athletic periods based on need and schedules
Athletic Training Student Aides work under the direct supervision of the Staff Athletic Trainer for extra-curricular sport activities. They are also enrolled in one of the above educational programs during the same time. Student aides ARE NOT staff members and cannot make clinical judgments, refer athletes, direct treatments or make return to play decisions. In the absence of a Staff Athletic Trainer the students are considered managers under the direction of the head coach of that prospective sport. At no time will a student act independently in athletic training services.
AVID. AVID's mission is to close the achievement gap by preparing all students for college readiness and success in a global society.

AVID

The AVID Elective course is offered in 9th - 12th.  AVID is for students who have the desire to go to college, the willingness to work hard, and the determination to succeed.
AVID gives students access and opportunities to participate in rigorous courses such as Pre-AP/IB and AP/IB, while helping students with organizational, time management, critical thinking, reading, writing, and speaking skills.  Students participate in collaborative tutorials twice a week led by trained tutors to help support  in their rigorous courses. The AVID curriculum used in the elective classes is based on rigorous standards utilizing instruction in the research-based WICOR methodology of writing, inquiry, collaboration, organization, and reading. Content teachers throughout each campus also utilize the strategies to transform students in all classes from passive learners into active classroom contributors, problem solving collaborators, and critical thinkers.
Interest in applying? Contact Jo Tanzer
Leander band
Ranked among the top high school music programs in the country, the band consistently strives for and achieves top honors and awards in marching and concert competitions. This dedication and determination, combined with extremely high levels of musical talent and academic achievement, has resulted in numerous Band students continuing on to higher levels of music education.
Leander Band Website
Band Lion Camp Video
Leander Color guard

Color Guard  winter Guard

Jazz ensebmle

Jazz Ensemble

Black heritage club

Black Heritage Club

Interested in joining? Email Mrs. Diomande 
Blue Belle and Sapphire Promo Video.mp4
dancers
Leander Sapphires Junior Varsity dance team
The LHS Blue Belles Dance Team was established in 1973 by Mrs. Sharon Mascheck. They are a dance team composed of sophomores, juniors, and seniors who boost school spirit in every event in which they participate. 
The Blue Belles perform at half-time of football games, basketball games, pep rallies, parades, and community events. They end the 10-month season with their Spring Show, which is a culmination of all their hard work during the year put into one show. This special event sells out every year! 
They are extremely proud to be a part of Leander High School and the Leander, Texas Community.
“BE THE BEST, ACCEPT NO LESS, AND LIVE WITH PRIDE! BLUE BELLES # 1”— BLUE BELLE MOTTO
The Sapphires Junior Varsity Dance Team is a precision dance team who exemplify the pride and spirit of Leander High School. The dance team members are selected on the basis of dance ability, academic success, and showmanship.
The purpose of the Sapphires JV Dance Team is to develop dance skills and gain experience in drill team. The Sapphires perform in the district-wide fall dance showcase - iDance, LHS Dance Christmas Show, the annual Blue Belles Spring Show and participate in numerous camps and workshops that enhance the individual dancer as well as the team's performance. The Sapphires dance team members have a comparable performance schedule in accordance to the Community and District events and activities.
LHS Library, your journey begins here

Book Club

Copy of CTSOsPresentation

Career & Technical Student Organizations (CtSOs)

Cheerleaders

Cheerleading

Choir Lion Camp.mp4
Leander High School Choir has been making beautiful music for over 30 years. This choral family has earned numerous awards from UIL and Madrigal events. Leander Choir has a rich history of achieving success with a variety of different types of music including classical, jazz, barber shop, pop, country, hip hop, and more.
Over the years, Leander Choir has grown to include two show choirs in addition to three concert choirs. In a day in the choir room you can hear musical excellence being achieved by Lionheart Chamber Concert Choir, Varsity Treble Concert Choir, JV Mixed Concert Choir, Voices of Pride Show Choir, or Leander Legacy Show Choir.
Leander Choir strives to welcome all students and support them on their individual music journey. Students can be challenged to sing solos and work with our extra small, student lead, ensemble Leander Encore or they can just enjoy learning and the family atmosphere of JV Mixed or Voices of Pride. Whatever students are looking for, our officers, directors, voice teachers, and booster club are dedicated to creating the best choral experience and opportunities for every ability and interest level. ​
Leander HS Choir. Hear us roar
COLE. Community of Labor Economists

Community of Labor Economists (COLE)


COLE [Community Of Labor Economists]: Helping peers learn about the labor market, career paths, and offering skill developmental activities for you and those in need. We assist the community in understanding the labor market (data, reports, trends) and invite professors and local business people to speak and share their work. 
  • Join COLE to compete in the most competitive competitions available in the nation to better develop your skill sets! Our specialties include; the National Economics Challenge and The World Economics cup! We will also match you with team members to compete in various competitions of your interest. From hackathons to entrepreneurship challenges, international math competitions to space exploration, we have it all!
  • We will provide you with the right resources, to start your own independent research and reach out to professionals to intern over the summer. 
  • Our CORE Mission: Invest In Yourself, To Then Invest In Others

Email- robert.esquivel@leanderisd.org to get the google classroom code.
Leander Cross Country

Cross Country

DECA
Distributive Education Clubs of America supports developing career, marketing and management skills in hospitality, finance, sales, service, business administration and entrepreneurship. 
LHS DECA
DECA Texas
DECA National
FFA Lion Camp.mov
Leander FFA

FFA 

The National FFA Organization is dedicated to making a positive difference in students lives by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. 
LHS FFA FFA TEXAS FFA National
FCCLA
What is FCCLA?Family, Career and Community Leaders of America is a nonprofit national career and technical student organization supporting and promoting Family and Consumer Sciences Education. Participation in state and national programs and chapter activities help members become strong leaders in family, careers and communities.
Why is FCCLA for you?With FCCLA, youth learn how to make a difference in their families, communities, and future careers. Members learn important life skills such as leadership, planning, goal setting, problem solving, decision-making, and interpersonal communication!
LHS FCCLA FCCLA Texas FCCLA National
Leander Lions FCA

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)

Email Coach Grissom for more information! 
Football helmet
Since the early 1930s, Leander has had a presence in Texas high school football. Since 1942, it has had 17 playoff appearances. 
IB
Leander High School is proud to be an IB World School since 1999.  We offer the IB Diploma Programme to students in the 11th and 12th grades, and we offer preparatory courses for students in 9th and 10th grades.
The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is a two-year holistic approach to learning designed for highly motivated students. This rigorous program encourages a global perspective meeting international standards of excellence and provides students with unmatched preparation for colleges and universities across the globe. This interdisciplinary program requires a great deal of independent thinking, research, written assessments, and oral presentations.
HOSALionCampVideo.mov
HOSA
Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) enhances the delivery of with opportunities for knowledge, skill and leadership development of all health science technology education students. 
Key Club International
Key Club is an international organization centered around volunteer work.  Individuals a part of this group work together to make the world a better place through volunteer work.
Objectives of Key Club:
  • To develop initiative and leadership.
  • To provide experience in living and working together.
  • To serve the school and community.
  • To cooperate with the school principal.
  • To prepare for useful citizenship.

LHS Key Club Website

Model UN

model un

Email Mrs. Hauenstein for more information!
MU Alpha Theta
Email Mrs. Queen to find out more!
National Art Honor Society

national art honor society

Email Ms. Cason for more info! 
NHS Info Video.mp4
National Honor Society
The purpose of this organization shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote leadership, and to develop character in students of LHS.  We strive to affect change in our community. Contact Greg Shaw & Stephanie Ribas for more info! 
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Email Mr. Jansen for the google classroom code! 
PAL - Peer Assistance and Leadership

peer assistance & leadership 

This course requires an application. Ask your counselor for more information! Coach Settlemeyer is our current PALs teacher. 
Pokemon Club

pokemon club

Email Mr. Edwards for more information! 

PROM

Email Mrs. Griggs for more Info!

public speaking club

HOW TO JOIN

Join our Google Classroom:

https://classroom.google.com/c/NTM3MTY5NzQxMDYx?cjc=uzeiers

Google classroom code: uzeiers

Website: https://sites.google.com/view/lhs-public-speaking-club/home


Our club’s motto is to Confidently Lead, Learn, and Create and we sincerely hope we can help you this coming school year do just that and more as you exceed beyond your limits!




RotaryInteract.mp4

rotary interact

Science National Honors Society


If you're interested applications are available in the 1100's or 1400's offices and are turned in to Griggs in Room 1013 by October 7, 2022.

SciOly Video - FINAL.mp4

Science olympiad

Come by room 1016 for more Info!

Skills USA

Skills usa

SkillsUSA is a national nonprofit organization serving teachers and high school students who are preparing for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including health occupations. 
  • Construction Technology / Electrical Technology
  • Cosmetology
  • Electronics / Computer Maintenance / Drafting

SkillsUSA Texas SkillsUSA National
Leander Lions Soccer

Lady Lion Soccer

Spanish NHS Lion Camp Video 2020.mov
SOCIEDAD HONORARIA HISPÁNICA

SOCIEDAD HONORARIA HISPÁNICA

SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS

SOCIÉTÉ HONORAIRE DE FRANÇAIS

pour plus d'informations.
LEANDER SOFTBALL.mp4
Leander HS Softball

South Asian Student association

Meetings on Thursday @ 4:15 (biweekly)SASA is a club for all South Asian students (or any students)to come and connect at LHS. We focus on community outreach/service and establishing a strong South Asian community.Email Mrs. Kornilov for more information! 
Spanish Club

Spanish Club

LHS Speech and Debate.mp4
Stuco video.mp4

Student Council

If you'd like to join and represent the student voice at LHS, email Mrs. Queen for an application.
Student Media: Journalism, photojournalism, newspaper, and yearbook

Student Media: Journalism, photojournalism, newspaper, and yearbook

Leander HS Theatre

Theatre & UIL One-ACT Play

UIL - Academic
University Interscholastic League exists to provide educational extracurricular academic, athletic, and music contests.Opportunities include:
  • Computer Science
  • Current Issues & Events
  • Editorial / Feature / Headline / News Writing
  • Informative Speaking, Lincoln-Douglas (LD) Debate, Persuasive Speaking, Cross-Examination (CX) Debate
  • Literary Criticism
  • Poetry / Prose
  • Ready Writing
  • Science
  • Spelling and Vocabulary
Video game club

Video game club

If interested, email Mr. Edwards.
Texas Youth & Government

Youth & Government

Come to room 1222 and join the discord :)