Maryvale High School believes that Learning is Our First Priority.  We believe that a student’s self-esteem is nurtured and built upon positive experiences through strong academic, elective, and extracurricular activity programs.  All three play an important role in the development of the student.  We believe that before extracurricular activities can contribute positively to a student’s development, the academic program must be successful.  Students who are deficient in their schoolwork must seek assistance from their teachers immediately after school before participating in any extra-curricular activities including athletic contests.  Eligibility will be dependent upon the student’s ability to meet the standards set forth in the Academic Eligibility Policy requirements.

CHEERLEADERS: These students encourage school spirit and spectator attendance at various sporting events.  Tryouts are required.

Contact Person: Ms. Lisa Dalfonso   (Mr. Steve Griffin)

FUTURE BUSINESS LEADERS OF AMERICA: Through FBLA, students gain valuable experience in leadership roles, community service, business procedures and personal interaction while building confidence in themselves and in their abilities. FBLA members have the opportunity to attend the following conferences: the Fall Leadership Workshop in October, the National Fall Leadership Conference in November, and the State Leadership Conference held in the spring, and the National Leadership Conference in July. Selected FBLA students run the MARYVALE SCHOOL STORE, located in the main foyer.

Contact Person:  TBA

INTERNATIONAL CLUB: All 9-12 students especially those studying French or Spanish, are encouraged to join the International Club.  The purpose of the International Club is to foster an appreciation of diverse cultures through research and celebration of various cultural traditions.

Contact Person: Mrs. Julee Trometer, Ms. Suzanne LiBassi & Mrs. Melissa Marguccio                                                 

LIBRARY ASSISTANTS: Students selected to become a library assistant work in the library under the skillful guidance of the school librarian. They gain valuable, first-hand experience in computer technology, shelving, filing and library management. They learn how to work with,

understand and help people.  Being a library assistant is an excellent opportunity to develop socially, intellectually and emotionally.

Contact Person: Mrs. Ave Hirtreiter

MARYVALE CHORALE: This is a select choral group presenting performances for the school and community throughout the course of the school year. School credit may be earned for participation in the Chorale.

Contact Person: Mrs. Ann Mosner

MARYVALE JAZZ ENSEMBLE: This select group of instrumentalists presents performances for the school and community throughout the year. 

Contact Person: Mr. David Cohen

MOCK TRIAL: Students interested in the legal field can participate in interscholastic trial competitions through this select group.

Contact Person: Mr. Ken O'Brien

MUSICALE: A select mixed choir of approximately 100 ninth & tenth graders, Musicale rehearsals are held daily and school credit is given.  Members are selected based on pitch discrimination, voice quality, and past performance.  They average fifteen performances each year and maintain high standards for performance.

Contact Person: Mrs. Ann Mosner

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY: NHS is a group of outstanding juniors and seniors selected by the faculty on the basis of scholarship, leadership, service and character.

Contact Person:   Mrs. Ellen Svenson & Mrs. Lisa Woodlock

PLAY STAGE CREW: Students interested in all backstage activities such as scenery development, lighting designs, audio amplifications and special effects that are a part of staging the various productions in the auditorium should join the Stage Crew.

Contact Person:   Mr.  Andrew Krazmien

STUDENT-FACULTY GOVERNMENT: SFG is the elected body of students whose purpose is to organize ideas, present student suggestions, and provide the school with a student governing body.

Contact Person: Mr. John Roach

YEARBOOK STAFF: This group of dedicated students creates the ‘Towagan, Maryvale’s yearbook, which holds memories of good times and good friendships.

Contact Person: Mr. Kevin Benson

YEARBOOK SALES & DISTRIBUTION STAFF: This group meets as needed (first semester) after school in Room 120 to help with yearbook sales, advertising sales, and the distribution of yearbooks in the spring.

Contact Person: Mrs. Wendy Adkins

CLASS ADVISORS:

Freshman Class                        Mrs. Amanda Bennett/Mrs. Jennifer Aumer

Sophomore Class                     Mrs. Kim Sortisio

Junior Class                              Mrs. April Rudnicki/Mr. Adam Norris

Senior Class                             Mrs. Melissa Shoff

NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY

      For many students, selection as a member of the National Honor Society is the pinnacle of their achievements in school.  This nationally recognized honor is both the public recognition of accomplishment and the private commitment to continued excellence on the part of the new member.

      Students do not apply for membership in the National Honor Society; instead, they provide information to be used by the local selection committee (Faculty Council) to support their candidacy for membership.  Membership is granted to those students who have excelled in all four of the criteria established by the NHS: scholarship, leadership, service, and character.

      The Faculty Council identifies students with the prerequisite 90% weighted GPA, and then evaluates the candidates’ performance in the areas of leadership, service, and character.  Members of the Faculty Council understand the importance of exercising their responsibilities in the most professional and objective manner possible.

      Evaluations are based on:

CHARACTER

a.       Meets responsibilities promptly and thoroughly.

b.      Demonstrates integrity and reliability.

c.       Maintains an attitude of friendliness, stability and a habit of neatness.

d.      Is cooperative in both classroom and school functions.

e.       Sets a good moral tone by his/her own conduct.

SERVICE

a.       Renders service, great or small, willingly and responsibly.

b.      Helps to create a desirable climate by his/her own cooperative attitude and willingness to support leaders.

c.       Shows courtesy and thoughtfulness in assisting visitors, students and teachers.

LEADERSHIP

a.       Demonstrates leadership by inspiring others to contribute to any worthwhile effort: class, team, organization, or school activity.

b.      Carries out assigned tasks effectively and with a minimum of prodding by adults.

c.       Exemplifies attitudes and qualities which are a silent influence on the good of others.

      By-laws for the Samuel R. Bennett Chapter of the Maryvale NHS are available for review from the NHS advisors.