Woodland Park High School

Activities and Extra Curricular Opportunities

This page is currently receiving updates. Please note the Activities and Clubs listed below are current, and more will be added in the coming days. Thank you!

National Organizations

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National Honors Society

sponsored by Jennifer Stone

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 the students of secondary schools. Students must apply for this organization and meet certain national criteria.

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National Honors Society of Sports Medicine

sponsored by Catherine Becker

The purpose of this organization shall be to create enthusiasm for scholarship in the area of sports medicine and other fields directly related to sports medicine, to stimulate a desire to render service in the community, to promote leadership, and to assist in the development of character in the students of secondary schools.

For more information, please visit the Sports Medicine Website.

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International Thespian Society

sponsored by Micaela Davidson

The International Thespian Society (ITS), founded in 1929, is an honorary organization for high school and middle school theatre students located at more than 4,900 affiliated secondary schools across America and abroad. The mission of ITS is to honor student achievement in the theatre arts.

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Beta Club

sponsored by Kelly Schmidt

To promote the ideals of academic achievement, character, service, and leadership among elementary and secondary school students.

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Key Club

sponsored by Nate Owen

Key Club is an international student-led organization providing its members with opportunities to provide service, build character and develop leadership.

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National Speech and Debate Association (Forensics)

sponsored by Micaela Davidson

The National Speech & Debate Association connects, supports, and inspires a diverse community committed to empowering students through competitive speech and debate.

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Art Club

sponsored by Lindsay Orellana

The Art Club consists of High School students who love visual and graphic arts and cannot get enough of them throughout the school day. Members focus on creating art, promoting artistic abilities, and working toward pursuing art beyond high school.

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Esports

Sponsored by Laura Ferguson

Esports offers competitive online gaming. Esports encourages communication and coordination among student-athletes. By playing games, students are able to deepen their levels of interaction and communicate more effectively, readying them for later life.

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All Sports Huddle

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Sponsored by Cat Becker

Join for conversations about sports, the Bible, faith, and spirituality in a brave and welcoming space. You do not have to be in a sport to join.

Meets during lunch on Thursdays in the Student Services Room

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Knowledge Bowl

sponsored by Jennifer Stone

Colorado Knowledge Bowl (CKB) is a contest and a celebration of knowledge and learning overseen by a governing body separate from the Colorado High Schools Activities Association.

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Pride of the Park

Marching Band

Directed by Jeff Hemingson

The WPHS Marching Band competes at the 2A level across the region and is part of CHSAA. Seen at the State Fair parade, the WPHS Homecoming Parade, the Lighter Side of Christmas Parade and the Colorado Springs Veteran's Day parade, this band is growing each year. Join us!

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WPHS Mountain Biking Team

WPHS Mountain Biking Team

Sponsored by James Wiley

The Woodland Park Mountain Bike Team practices and races under the Colorado High School Cycling League (coloradomtb.org). The team begins training in mid-July, with practices and races running through the end of October. Participants should have a mountain bike suitable for trail riding, a helmet, and hydration. Scholarships are available for fees and races through the team as well as the Colorado High School Cycling League.

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Musicals and Plays - Panther Players

sponsored by Marci Nicklesburg

Woodland Park High School is the only high school in the region to produce two full length musicals and a straight play each year. All students are invited to audition for these productions.

For tickets, click here

Panther Players Website click here

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Science Olympiad

sponsored by Jennifer Brocious

Science Olympiad is a part of our extracurricular programs because it provides a platform for students to explore hand-on science skills and provides a framework for teamwork. It also encourages independent learning and research as well as team learning and research. These skills are vital to succeed in our ever increasing world that is filled with technology and advancements in science.