Student Activities
PALCS High School 2026-2027
American Sign Language (ASL)
For more information, please contact
Ms. Boyce, aboyce@palcs.org
Ms. Francisco, afrancisco@palcs.org
Mx. Matchett, amatchett@palcs.org
Anime Group
For more information, please contact
Mr. Currie, zcurrie@palcs.org
The Art Collective
Do you love art? Do you paint, draw, crochet, needlepoint, bedazzle, etc.? If you enjoying making art and crafting and want to work on your WIPs (works in progress) while chatting with your peers, this club is for you!
We will get together every other Monday at lunch to socialize while we work on our WIPs.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Steines, esteines@palcs.org
Ms. Guerriero, mguerriero@palcs.org
Book Group
Book Club is a community of PALCS students who read and meet virtually once a month to discuss books from a wide variety of authors, styles and genres.
Ms. Walsh, jwalsh3@palcs.org
Breathing and Meditation Club
The Breathing and Meditation Club will explore various breathing techniques to center ourselves and release stresses. After we practice focusing on our breath and do a few light stretches, we will sit in a guided meditation as a group. This club is an introduction to breathwork and meditation. No experience is needed to pop into zoom and follow along. There is also no pressure to keep up with the instruction - do what feels right for you. The goal is to feel a sense of calm and mindfulness after participating.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Rosle, krosle@palcs.org
Creative Writing Circle
PALCS is offering a platform for students to partake in creative writing opportunities in an informal group setting. The faculty advisors will help initiate ideas to create stories, poems, characters, and other exercises to help get you writing, and students will be able to share their writing with their peers, if desired. Our goals are for you to gain ideas for your creative pieces from your peers and also from a few of our English teachers.
For more information, please contact:
Mrs. Propato, gpropato@palcs.org
Ms. Walsh, jwalsh3@palcs.org
Ms. Bauer, hbauer@palcs.org
French Honor Society
Purpose: to encourage & foster the study of the French language and culture
Qualifications: Three full semesters of High School French with a grade of A- or better; a minimum 3.0 GPA in all other coursework (excluding French grades); completion of at least one full semester at SJHS (transfer students).
Proposed Meeting Time:
- Meetings at least once a month at a time chosen each year to accommodate schedules
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Patxot or Ms. Siegler, apatxot1@palcs.org or asiegler1@palcs.org
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is the world’s largest business-focused student organization, preparing students for careers in business and global society through leadership development, career preparation, and academic competitions. At PALCS, our FBLA chapter meets biweekly to discuss activities and business topics, hosts industry professionals, competes at regional, state, and national levels, engages in community service such as Toys for Tots, and organizes fundraisers and events. Members gain valuable skills, real-world experience, and strong networks while enhancing their college applications.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Gould, tgould@palcs.org
Financial Literacy Club
The Financial Literacy Club for teens at PALCS/USP is a student-led club that aims to empower teens with fundamental knowledge of financial literacy, an essential life skill crucial for the personal and future financial well-being of young Americans, which is often not taught in school. Through Zoom meetings, group discussions, and sharing and studying a collection of financial literacy educational resources, we equip teens with essential financial skills for real-world responsibilities. This approach prevents costly financial mistakes early on, promotes smart spending and saving habits, enables informed financial decisions, and prepares them for future financial independence.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Gould, tgould@palcs.org
PALCS Gaming Group
Students will be invited to cooperate to share completion tips for games, game reviews, gaming news, and much more. Students will also investigate issues within the gaming community and develop a better understanding of both positive and negative trends in gaming. There are also opportunities to participate in live game playing.
Fore more information, contact:
Mr. Paffas, bpaffas@palcs.org
Gender and Sexuality Alliance
A Gender and Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is a student-run group which provides a safe place for students to meet, support each other, talk about issues related to sexual orientation and gender identity and expression, and work to end homophobia and transphobia.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Steines, esteines@palcs.org
Mr. Paffas, bpaffas@palcs.org
Mx. Matchett, amatchett@palcs.org
Global Scholars Program
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For more information, please contact:
Senora Toncini, mtoncini@palcs.org
Film Club
For more information, please contact:
Mr. Foster: dfoster@palcs.org
Marine Science Club
The Marine Science Club focuses on exploring marine organisms and biomes, fundraising for endangered species, and readying students for career opportunities in Marine Science! The MSC meets to analyze and discuss various current events in marine science, as well as discover the endless unique aspects of marine biomes. Meetings are collaborative and will occur once monthly, with the hopes of also participating in virtual and live field trips.
For more information, please contact:
Ms. Intelicato: eintelicato@palcs.org
Mu Alpha Theta (μ α θ)
Mu Alpha Theta is a national honors society promoting the exploration and appreciation of mathematics among students in high school and two-year colleges.
Qualifications for Membership: Course completion in at least two of the following: Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II; a minimum overall 3.0 GPA and a 3.7 GPA in your last math class according to PALCS weighting; completion or current enrollment in a third higher-level math course
Qualifications for Association: Course completion of at least one year of algebra or its equivalent; minimum overall 3.0 GPA; current enrollment in a higher-level math course
Mandatory Meetings will start at 1:15 P.M. and run between 45 minutes and one hour. Meetings are held on Fridays unless specified.
Dates: Sept 18 for current and prospective members, Oct 23, Nov 19 (Thursday), Dec 11, Jan 15, Feb 19, Mar 19, Apr 16, May 21
To request membership or association into Mu Alpha Theta, please complete this application form by October 2:
For more information, please contact
Ms. Ding, jding@palcs.org
National Honor Society
The PALCS Chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) is for all students in grades 10-12 who have a cumulative 3.5 GPA and can demonstrate leadership, service, and character. The chapter exists to increase academic scholarship, and to build connections with various communities through community service. Membership is based on an application process. The application will be available in January in the PALCSchool Lobby, and will be due in early February. Applicants will also interview with teachers as part of the application process. If accepted, students will attend an induction ceremony in March or April to formally become a member of NHS. Once inducted into NHS, we have monthly meetings run by student leadership. Students organize local community service events across the state throughout the year.
For more information, please contact:
Mr. VanHassent, dvanhassent@palcs.org
Outdoor Adventure Club
“Outdoor Adventure Club” is a student led club that focuses on all things outdoors that are full of adventure, including camping, hiking, state park activities, all types of water sports, scuba diving, snorkeling, farming activities, and many more, including close to home adventures, even in your own backyard! We will also talk about ways you can record your outdoor adventures, including journaling, drawing, taking photos, recording videos, and the different technologies for keeping a record of all you have done! All of these activities will have an emphasis on fun, skill, with safety and protecting the environment in mind! Life is a great adventure! Get out there and make exciting memories!
Our first meeting will be October 6th from 3:30-4:30!
For more information, please contact
Ms. Giampietro, mgiampietro@palcs.org
PALCS Student Government
PALCS Student Government is run by the officers and grade-level representatives who are elected by the student body. We work to strengthen the relationships between our students, teachers, and administrators through collaboration, school activities, and service projects. We would love for you to join our team!
For more information, please contact
Mr. Logue, mlogue@palcs.org
Professional Advancement Association (PAA)
This club will guide students in developing real-world professional skills through structured activities such as researching occupational fields, practicing workplace etiquette, learning communication and leadership techniques, and exploring the psychological habits that contribute to long-term success. Members will participate in discussions, workshops, and collaborative projects that help them understand professional expectations, build confidence, and prepare for both academic and career advancement.
For more information, please contact:
Mx. Matchett, amatchett@palcs.org
Project Proclamation
Project Proclamation! A Bible study activity where students have the opportunity to study the Bible and discuss their faith. We meet every other Thursday from 3-4 PM, starting with Thursday, Sept. 24.
For more information, please contact
Ms. De Zelaya, adezelaya@palcs.org
Spanish Honor Society
Purpose: to encourage & foster the study of the Spanish language and culture
The purpose of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (The Hispanic National Honor Society, known as the Spanish Honor Society at PALCS) is to recognize high achievement in Spanish and Portuguese by students of secondary schools in the United States and to promote continuity of interest in Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian studies. For our school, we focus on study in Spanish.
Qualifications: Three full semesters of High School Spanish with a grade average of A- or better; a minimum 3.0 GPA in all other coursework (excluding Spanish grades).
Proposed Meeting Time:
- Meetings at least once a month at a time chosen each year to accommodate schedules
Ms. Abreu, labreu@palcs.org
Technology and Coding Club
Unlock your creativity and discover the power of coding and technology in the Technology & Coding Club! Whether you’re interested in building games, designing apps, or learning the basics of programming, this is your place to explore, experiment, and innovate. Meet new friends who share your interests and have fun bringing your ideas to life through code.
For more information, please contact:
Mr. Berman, aberman1@palcs.org
Ms. Azzaro, sazzaro@palcs.org
Stock Market Game
The Stock Market Game will introduce you to investing through a simulation of the stock market! You will be given $100,000 virtual dollars to invest in order to try to make your money grow using an online platform. You will compete against other teams here at PALCS and across the state for prizes! Each week, we will meet to learn a little bit about investing, look into what is currently happening in the stock market, and determine what stocks to invest in!
Meeting Time: Tuesdays at 9:50 in Mr. DiCicco's Zoom Room: https://PALCScommunity.zoom.us/my/dicicco
For more information, please contact:
Mr. DiCicco, rdicicco@palcs.org