Student Clubs
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James I. O'Neill Student Clubs
O'Neill High School is proud to offer many clubs for students who want to become involved with their school. From Academic League to Tech Crew there is a club for everyone!
See chart below for a listing of student clubs, a description of each club and the name of the club adviser.
Student Clubs
Club
Description
Advisers
Academic League
Academic "jeopardy style" competition among area schools.
Chris Coyne
Joe Rao
Art Patty Hassler Chess Nicolette Viano Drama Participates in dramatic art activities and theatrical performances. Joanne Roffman Environmental Students are involved in various projects such as an organic garden, a recycling program, bird houses, and outdoor outings. Mike Mallon Fashion Kathleen Devlin Fitness
Kat Westervelt
Gay Straight Alliance Joanne Roffman Interact
Kathleen Devlin
Jazz Ensemble
Provides opportunities for musical performances.
Tom Cunane
Literary Magazine
Publishes O'Neill student's original art work, poems and short fictional stories.
Philip Yosso
Students prepare a simulated court case, serving as both attorneys and witnesses and then compete against other schools in the county.
Amy Patino
Honors students that excel in academics and community leadership.
Joanne Roffman
Newspaper
Students write and publish articles pertaining to current and school events.
Marie Michaud
Peer Mediation
Students are trained to help resolve conflicts between their peers.
Debra Crowe
Sheri McNair
Reading Buddies Sheri McNair, Christine Susskind, Bridget Smith Students are involved in volunteer work and community service. Some activities include Holiday Mail for Heroes and involvement in a Blood Drive. Nicole Glennon Robotics
Terry Maguire
SADD Students Against Destructive Decisions - Making good choices in high school. Bridget Smith, Phil Yosso Science Club
The O’Neill Science Club's purpose is to involve students in science, technology, and engineering opportunities. Paul Glotzer Spanish Club Christen Rochman Student-2-Student (S2S)
Charles Giardina, Heather Milano Student Council
Participates in student government and civic activities.
Christen Rochman, Kelly Doering
Tech Crew
The students will learn about the art of theatrical lighting and sound reinforcement. Throughout the school year the tech crew provides support for the school pep rally, concert and dramatic performances, talent shows and many other functions.
Tom Cunane
Video Club
Students will make creative videos and informative short videos of school events. Senior members create the Senior Video for graduation.
Ted Green
Creation, design, and development of the school yearbook.
Patty Valens
Youth in Government
The purpose of Youth in Government is to expose students to the political process while helping to educate them about issues our society faces. It is a county-wide organization that receives strong support from the Orange County Legislature and elected state officials. At two separate conventions, students get the opportunity to informally debate issues with other schools then run for a variety of offices.
Chris Coyne, Jorma Tompuri, Nicole Glennon