As Paso Robles High School continues to grow, more opportunities rise for Bearcats. Joining one of PRHS’s clubs is one way Bearcats choose to get involved. That's why Club Expo was held on Sept. 14, 2018. It was a way for Paso High’s clubs to get their name out and for Bearcats to get involved in clubs on campus. Clubs such as JOOI Club, Interact Club, and many others, meet at lunch once a week along with many others that keep our campus well rounded.
The quad was buzzing with Bearcats of all grades, and booths were set up, each represented by a club. Club representatives were willing to answer any questions thrown at them. Students involved were easy to spot, many of them wearing costumes or t-shirts representing their specific club. Drama Club was easy to spot, with their extravagant costumes of feathers and bright colors, and Wilderness Club got Bearcats involved with their game of hacky sack. For anyone looking to join a club, Club Expo provided the perfect way to explore one’s options.
This year, junior Audrey Hughes took on the job of organizing the event. “We really want every student to feel connected to campus,” she said. Hughes has helped with other events on campus throughout her years of leadership, including dances and 2018 Kindness Week. She said her hope for Club Expo was “that more clubs would participate in the high energy celebration of passions that is Club Expo.” Hughes made this event possible and helped to balance the fun/informative factors of the event.
Almost all of the clubs were represented at Club Expo, including Interact Club, Life Savers Club and Equality Club. Interact Club focuses their time on raising money to give back to the community. “Being in Interact Club has made me realize how nice it is to help people and our community.” Club President Hala Nimeh stated. In addition to being a standout on your college applications, joining a club is a way to meet future friends and make long-lasting memories.
Club Expo is helpful to Bearcats who would like to get involved. Freshman were really able to get exposed to all of the opportunities PRHS has to offer. Morgan Henry (9) said “I was able to sign up for Surf Club. I would have never known about it if Club Expo hadn't happened.” Club Expo kickstarted the 2018-2019 school year and gave many Bearcats the chance to get involved and see what clubs were offered on campus this school year.