CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
There are many extra curricular clubs and organizations that
students may join. These include:
Agricultural Mechanics Club- The
Agricultural Mechanics Club promotes interest in mechanics through
club activities, projects and field trips. Some of our projects
include Doodlebug I (Model A Fords) and Doodlebug II (Flathead
V8 Fords). The Doodlebug Pull in Canterbury, NH is one of the
field trip activities of the AG Mec Club. Animal
Science Club-The
NCAHS Animal Science Club is a student run organization that
provides social, educational and community service oriented
activities for its members, and focuses on students interested
in a wide range of animals including cattle, sheep, pigs and
goats, as well as birds, reptiles, llamas, alpacas and other
exotics.Animal
Science Club
Conservation Club-This Club
is a student driven organization at NCAHS. In the past , the
Conservation Club sponsored trips focusing on local natural
resources and outdoor activities. We have visited places such
as Cape Cod National Seashore, the Cape Cod Canal to discuss
and observe the engineering accomplishments of the project,
a visit to the Department of Conservation and Recreation fish
hatchery in Sandwich, a historic cemetery in Barnstable and
finally to the cliffs and broad beaches of the National Seashore.
Students explored the glacial cliffs and the brave went for
a swim in the rolling surf of the Atlantic Ocean.
Equestrian Drill Team-The
Equestrian Drill Team is made up of advanced riders that must
try out for the team. You are required to be a student of
NCAHS but you may be in any major. The team uses the school
horses and performs a set routine to music demonstrating some
of the disciplines offered at the school.The team performs
for Admission programs and other public relations affairs.They
have also performed in parades, exhibitions and some competitions
FFA-The NCAHS FFA is an intra
curricular organization that teaches personal growth, premier
leadership and career success. With the knowledge student’s
gain from their agricultural classes, they can compete in
many FFA competitions at State and National Levels. FFA is
a great way for students to meet new people and strengthen
their character. For more information on FFA please visit
the web site at www.FFA.org
Floriculture Club- The Floriculture
club is designed to introduce students to the
fun of floriculture. This club makes a variety of seasonal
designs throughout the year to celebrate major holidays. Students
will make arrangements for halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas,
Valentine's day and St. Patrick's day. Floriculture club is
creative and fun. This club meets about once a month and is
open to all students in grades 9-12
Horse Club-The Horse Club is
devoted to educating its members on the vastness of the equine
industry and reinforcing the joys of horses. The club members
host horse shows and riding clinics during the year. The clinics
have involved vaulting, equitation, dressage and more. During
the school year the officers try to organize the meetings
and activities to reflect the different disciplines the students
are interested in learning.
Kennel Club- The kennel club
runs dog realted activities all year long. Field trips include,
the Boston dog show,Westminster kennel club in New York city
and other local dog shows. The kennel club puts on two dog
shows a year at the school. We also host matches for several
area dog clubs.
Landscape club- This club is
open to all students regardless of Their major. Dues are $10.
The club meets during all scheduled activity periods. As a
main event the club combines with the Forestry to clean the
New England Grow. Last year two plant sales where held raising
approximately $4,000. This money was used to fund the Northwest
Passage a new hardscape feature on campus and will also help
to scholarship any Plant science student attending the FFA
Nationals. Additionally bus fees for field trips were be covered
for all plant science trips. The club has an annul picnic
with the Forestry and Conservation clubs in the spring.
Math Club-The Math team consists
of Junior and Senior students who have a good sense of mathematics.
We compete in the fields of Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II
and related math in a vocational competition.
National Honor Society -The
National Honor Society is a scholarship and service organization
with the purpose of creating a stimulating desire to render
service, promoting leadership and developing character in
high school students.
NCAHS Student Newspaper- The
Aggie Works is the student publication of NCAHS and provides
a meduim for showcasing the acheivements and successes of
student clubs, classes and activities. The newspaper staff
encourages feedback from all members of the staff and student
body.
Peer Network -The Peer Network
connects programs that foster well-being in our students and
Aggie community. Peer Mentors are students who become involved
at the beginning of each school year in facilitating a smooth
transition for incoming freshmen and new students. Mentors
are a key component for acclimating freshmen and new upperclass
students to our campus and our programs.Network Programs include
school dances, movie nights and talent shows. Network Journeys
include the October 'Bar Harbor Weekend', and the 'Summer
Sojourn'. We have traveled
over 125,000 miles in the past twelve years! Studentshave
hiked the Grand Canyon, the Hoh Rainforest in Washington,
and have been involved with the 'Children of the Red Earth'
conference created by and with the Lakota Community in Manderson,
South Dakota.
Veterinarian Assistant Club -The
purpose of the NCAHS Veterinary Assistant Club is to provide
and further the study of the veterinary and animal care topics,
provide additional career explorations, and to promote cooperation
among its Members. Each year student officers work with the
advisors to provide activities and fundraisers. Guest speakers
and field trips are generally a part of the club’s agenda.
Student Council- The Norfolk
Aggie Student Council meets monthly. It is comprised of Class
officers from each class and a representative from each Aggie
club. It is an active group that sponsors an annual ski trip
and an annual student breakfast.
Team Harmony -is a multi-culturally
diverse group that sponsors World of Difference Week at Norfolk
and the trip to the Peace Abbey.
Each organization, in conjunction with eligibility rules
from parent organizations where applicable, will establish
its own rules of eligibility in terms of who may participate,
hold office or attend functions including state or national
conventions and competitions. Such rules will include factors
such as scholastic performance, record of attendance and adherence
to school policies and procedures.
Advisors/coaches have the authority to require appropriate
dress for participation in activities where students not only
perform as individuals, but also represent Norfolk County
Agricultural High School. All advisors/coaches will make eligibility
rules and expected behavior known in advance.
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