Clubs
Each year Paloma Valley offers a wide variety of clubs and activities on campus. Please check this page regularly, as clubs are added weekly. If you do not see a club that interests you, please reach out to a teacher about starting a new club.
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Club Name: |
Advisor: |
About the Club |
Meeting Times: |
Social Media Info |
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Amnesty Club |
Mrs. Billions |
Social justice causes and awareness |
Both lunches Fridays |
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ASB |
Mrs. Snider/Mrs. Bowden |
Oversees all ASB clubs. ASB plans school wide events (dances, pep rallies, etc). |
4th period E110 |
IG: @pvhs.asb TikTok: pvhsasb |
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Asian Culture Club |
Mr. Raymond |
To educate and celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander culture. |
Email advisor for information |
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ASL Club |
Ms. Reece |
Promote the study of ASL, create an atmosphere of acceptance of deaf people and the deaf culture. |
4th Period J107 As needed |
IG: @palomavalley.asl |
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AVID |
Mr. Marquis |
AVID is an elective course and school club that promotes a college and career going culture both in the classroom and around campus |
Email advisor for information |
IG: palomavalleyavid |
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Black Student Union |
Mr. Palmer Mr. Colbert Mr. Ikeme |
To promote student growth and development through diversity, academics, and creating an inclusive community. To foster a sense of student empowerment and to celebrate student accomplishments. |
Tuesdays 1st lunch C103 2nd Lunch C103 |
IG: @pvhs_blackstudentunion |
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Chess Club |
Mr. Ikeme |
To facilitate the learning and enjoyment of the game of chess at PVHS. |
Email advisor for information |
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Choir |
Mr. Richardson |
To raise awareness for choir and performance opportunities |
Email advisor for information |
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Class of 2028 Freshman Class |
Ms. Young |
To work in conjunction with the other three classes to enhance the spirit of Paloma for the class of 2028. |
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Class of 2027 Sophomore Class |
Stephen Kaas Melinda McCulloch |
To support the class of 2027 |
Email advisor for information |
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Class of 2025 Senior Class |
Ms. Kirkland Mrs. Nunnally |
To represent the students in the class of 2025 |
1st Wednesday of the month, 1st lunch Will alternate between Nunnally’s class and Kirkland’s class B203 & R116 |
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Class of 2026 Juniors Class |
Ms. Purcell |
To support the class of 2026 |
Email advisor for information |
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Creative Writing Club |
Ms. Brown |
No information available |
Thursday 3:30-4:30 D111 |
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CSF (California Scholarship Federation) |
Ms. Allen |
Recognize and encourage academic achievement and community service among middle and high school students in California. |
Email advisor for information |
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Dance Club |
Ms. Fomby Ms. Daniels |
To provide organization and support for the dance program and club that operate in it, such as anomalous. |
Email advisor for information |
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Engineering Club |
Ms. Arguello |
To enrich the members of the club with knowledge in the field of engineering. |
Email advisor for information |
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Esports |
Mr. Conaway |
Video games provided an online opportunity for students to socialize beyond the school setting. Purpose it to unite the gaming community on this campus. |
Esports room is open Monday through Friday in room C107 from 3:30 to 4:30pm |
IG: @PVHS_Esports TikTok: @PVHS_Esports Twitch: PVHS_Esports |
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Exclusives |
Mr. Raymond |
Teach the world of hip hop, dance, improve team |
Email advisor for information |
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Fellowship of Christian Athletes |
Mr. Shives |
Provide student-athletes on campus who are Christians with a place to have fellowship and be encouraged by God’s word |
Fridays 1st Lunch U107 2nd Lunch J213 |
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Femineers |
Ms. Arguello |
Tio inspire and empower female students to pursue STEM paths careers |
Email advisor for information |
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Friday Night Live |
Ms. Purcell |
To promote safe and drug free schools. |
During lunch TBD |
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Gender Sexuality Alliance (Now LGBTQIA Student Union) |
Mrs. Billions marisa.billions@puhsd.org |
Create safe environment for those questioning their sexual or gender identity and to provide a positive support network |
Wednesdays Both lunches D117 |
IG: @pvhs_gsa |
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Healthy Students |
Mr. Willingham |
To develop the mind, both as individuals and as students. Gaining awareness of mental vexes and suggestions for solutions. We provide a space for students to learn about coping mechanisms and their applications through philosophy and psychological methods |
TBD S104 |
TBD |
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HOSA Future Health Professionals |
Jennifer West |
HOSA is a student-led organization that provides a unique program of leadership development, motivation, and recognition exclusively for students who are enrolled in biomedical science programs or have interests in pursuing careers in health professions. |
Every Friday 1st Lunch: C-113 |
IG: pvhs.hosa_ TikTok: pvhs.hosa |
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Interact Club |
Ms. McNicholas angela.mcnicholas@puhsd.org |
Serving the local community |
Email advisor for information |
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Key Club |
Ms. Lennertz |
Key Club is operated through the Kiwanis organization and is the oldest and largest service program for high school students. It is a student-led club organized by elected officers that teach leadership through community service to others. We welcome all PVHS students who want to make life-long friends, serve locally, and serve our world. |
Every Tuesday 1st Lunch S116 2nd Lunch D106 |
IG: @palomavalleykeyclub |
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Latin Culture Club |
Ms. Navarro rosemary.navarro@puhsd.org Ms. Vazquez alma.vasquez@puhsd.org |
LCC is a club for those interested in learning about Hispanic culture and what they do. We will be doing different crafts throughout the year as well as have a few community service events that have to do with Hispanic traditions. |
Every 2nd and 4th Monday 1st Lunch: S105 2nd Lunch: J209 |
@pvhs.latincultureclub |
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Link Crew |
Ms. Agapito |
Link Leaders are Junior and Senior mentors to the Freshman on campus as well as anyone who is new to Paloma Valley. Purpose is to help students adjust to attending high school. |
Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday during Lunch R106 |
IG: @pvhs_link_crew |
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Mock Trial |
Ms. Billions |
Giving an inside look into the law field |
Mon and Wed 3:30-5:00pm D117 And both lunches |
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National Honor Society |
Mr. Lundstrom ryan.lundstrom@puhsd.org |
To serve the community and school. |
First Thursday of the month before school. |
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NJROTC |
MSgt Puebla |
NJROTC is more than just a club or a class it is a character development-student centered program. The objectives of the NJROTC program are to provide an opportunity for high school students to learn about leadership principles and their personal obligations as American Citizens. The modalities in which these objectives are achieved are through class curriculum, active pursuits in community service and the competitive teams we have. Battlecats- Fitness & Drill team; Steelcats- Engineering Team; Scholarcats- Academic Team; Cybercats- Cyber Security Team and Honorcats- Presents our Nation's Colors at various city and school events. |
Email advisor for information |
@pvhs.njrotc |
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Ohana Mahi Aloha |
Mrs. Blazek |
To promote and educate our members on various Polynesian dances. Establish an appreciation and respect among our student body and our community for these beautiful cultures through our performances. |
Tue / Thur Amphitheater 3:30-5:30pm |
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Paloma Press |
Mr. Paulsen |
Giving insight into the journalism field, and teaching about the topics of writing, editing, and social skills. Building character, confidence, and responsibility through the medium of a student run press which will be available to view by all students, staff, and persons interested. |
Tuesday mornings 7:30am to 8:20am |
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Pawformers |
Ms. Fomby |
To support the financial ability for Pawformers theater to produce shows and attend theater competitions and thespian events. |
Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday after school Theater |
Ig:@pawformes.pvhs |
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Photography Club |
Felicity Cardenas |
The purpose of the Photography Club is to provide students outside of Photography class access to learn about DSLR Manual Photography. The club also supports any Art Shows or activities Photo Students want to participate in. Students in ASB, Yearbook and those who photograph sports have all been asking the club for help with cameras. |
A Lunch Tuesdays Before School Tuesdays for those with B Lunch |
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Ping Pong Club |
Provide fun competition and skill development of ping pong. |
Email advisor for information |
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Biosustainability Club |
Ms. Schmidt |
To spread awareness and initiate conversation about the current climate crisis as well as environmental issues. |
Even Other Friday 3:45-4:45 C112 |
IG: @pvhsbiosustainability |
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PLUS |
Ms. Bradley Mrs. Bowden |
PLUS is a leadership class open to all students. Leaders focus on spreading kindness and creating a more inclusive campus. Leaders mentor students with special needs, organize and deliver student rewards, and create displays of positivity on campus. |
Daily 1st, 2nd, 3rd Period E110 |
IG: @pvhsplus |
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Robotics |
Mr. Wilson |
To build robots to compete in FTC competition |
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:30-5:30 Meet in room C116 |
IG: PVHS.Robotics |
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Sideline Cheer |
Mrs. Nunnally |
To provide organization and fundraising for the sideline cheer and song (this does not support CIF Comp or Stunt Teams) |
Email advisor for information |
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Speech and Debate |
Ms. Rose |
Academic competition - To foster a curiosity of current events and research all sides of a topic. Students listen, speak one at a time, and agree to disagree; perhaps students change their minds after learning more about the topic. Speakers engage in a format similar to AXES. |
Tuesdays 3:30- 4:40 E-104 |
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Stitched Souls |
Ms. Smith Mr. Kaas stephen.kaas@puhsd.org |
Crochet Club |
Wednesday 2nd Lunch J111 |
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Student Gospel Community |
Mr. Shives |
To provide a safe space for Christians and students who are seeking spiritual answers in their day to day lives. |
Tuesdays 1st Lunch C112 2nd Lunch J213 |
Instagram: Pvhs.SGC |
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Student Venture |
Mr. Ellett Mr. Paulsen andrew.paulsen@puhsd.org |
To provide a safe place for students to talk about life and faith. |
Thursdays 1st lunch: S106 2nd lunch: J110 |
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Team Calculus |
Ryan Lundstrom ryan.lundstrom@puhsd.org |
To support Calculus students throughout the year |
Last Friday of the month in U107 before school |
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Turning Point USA (TPUSA) |
Mr. Pardue |
To educate students about the benefits of limited government, capitalism, free markets, and freedom. |
Wed After School J208 |
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Unified Wildcats |
Ms. Bradley Mr. McMurchie |
Promote social inclusion by bringing together students with and without intellectual disabilities through sports and other activities. Unified Schools |
Every other Wednesday R114/R115 both lunches |
Instagram: pvhs_unified |
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Wildcat Brigade |
Mr. Richardson |
To establish a tradition of excellence with the school band.. Offer leadership and participation opportunities in order to aid the organization and students. |
Mon-Fri 3:30 Band Room |
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Yearbook |
Mrs. Velasquez brenda.velasquez@puhsd.org |
To photograph, interview, and write copy and captions that capture the events and culture of the academic year in a thematic and creative way. |
Email advisor for information |