Clubs And Activities

Boys Soccer: (Raul De La Torre)
Boys Cross Country: (Buc Bolmer)
Girls Cross Country: (Brian Lenz)
Football: (Glenn O’Neil)
Girls Golf: (Tyson Clark)
Girls Tennis: (Brett Groth)
Volleyball: (Bailey Hefner)
Cheer (Fall and Winter): (Jessica Trent)
Drill Team (Fall and Winter): (Nikki Salem)

Bowling: (Tyson Clark)
Boys Basketball: (Micah Womacks)
Girls Basketball: (Danny Smith)
Boys Swimming: (Kaitlyn Paul)
Boys Wrestling: (Clay Weil)
Girls Wrestling: (Cole Trent)

Baseball: (Danny Finder)
Boys Golf: (Jim Mapel)
Boys Tennis: (Brett Groth)
Girls Soccer: (Abraham Rosales)
Girls Swimming: (Kaitlyn Paul)
Softball: (Alexis Penick)
Track: (Glenn O’Neil)

Acting Club exists to enlighten students who want to participate in Drama and Communication. We focus on the fall and spring plays and ways to improve the Communication and Drama opportunities at DCHS. Any student is welcome to join our midst. We do work at concession stands throughout the year and participation is required.

Meeting times: Once per month on selected Thursdays
Fees: A student must pay for field trips.
To join: Talk to the President of the club, Calleigh Kirkwood, or the Sponsor, Ms. Deal.

AYC is an inclusive club that offers a safe environment for students to think critically and respectfully discuss their beliefs. The club will discuss our nation’s founding principles, real-world issues, promote civic engagement, and encourage the new generation to create a better future.

Meeting times: We will meet on Tuesdays during Flex, every other week.
Fees: None
To join: Please let Mr. Pingsterhaus know of your interest and attend one of our weekly meetings.

American Sign Language is a visual language that uses hand movements, facial expressions, and body posture to convey meaning within the deaf and hard of hearing community. Students will learn the ASL alphabet, numbers, common word families, and how to construct simple sentences.

Meeting times: Twice per month during Flex
Fees: None
To join: Sign up in Minga to ASL (American Sign Language) Club

This is a club for students interested in extracurricular experiences within the topics of Biology, with an emphasis on natural history related adventures. This group competes in the Kansas EcoMeet and organizes unique field trip experiences a few times per year.

Meeting times: Varies throughout the year; generally one per month.
Fees: None; some trips may have an entry fee.
To join: E-mail Mr. Calhoun to be added to the Google Classroom to receive all of the latest information!

• BPA will be inactive during the 2026-2027 school year.
• Please contact Mrs. Collins to be added to the contact list for the 2027-2028 school year.

Check out Business Professionals of America (BPA)—where future business leaders like you get a head start in careers like business management, IT, marketing, finance, and more! Whether you’re aiming to run a company, design cutting-edge tech, or manage health services, BPA has something for you. By joining, you’ll dive into fun activities that boost your leadership skills, build your professional network, and help you give back to the community. You’ll even get the chance to attend awesome events like the fall workshop, regional, state, and national conferences. It's your ticket to building skills, meeting new people, and getting a jump on your future!

Meeting Times: TBD
Fees: No fee for local participation; fundraising required for regional, state or national participation
To join: Attend a Flex meeting or talk to Mrs. Collins if you're unavailable during Flex

Students can come to play and learn chess. No experience is needed. All levels are welcome. If you don't know how to play, then there are special boards specific to help students learn how to play. We will have open play and learn basic strategies. I would like to get to the point where we can do competitions, however, I want to find out if we have enough interest and to learn how school chess teams would work. So, at least this year it would just be an in-house club to gain momentum.

Meeting Times: Thursdays during Flex
Fees: No fees.
To join: Sign up in Minga.

The Art Club will provide a creative outlet for students and give them experience and confidence in their artwork. Members will be exposed to different types of media and styles. Students will be encouraged to enter art contests for scholarships, cash prizes, or recognition of their work. The goal of this club is to help students discover and hone their artistic skills. We also want members to see how art can have an effect on the community and people in it. Activities include the scholastics competition, the FHSU Art High School competition, the NCECA nationwide
competition, creating amazing chalkboard drawings for events, painting murals, studio nights, volunteering in art agencies, and presenting art exhibitions.

Meeting times: Mandatory Monthly Meeting and Weekly Studio Days
Fees: $5
To join: Complete the Google Form and Pay dues.

The book club is an opportunity for avid readers to join like-minded students in reading great books. We’ll read a common book each month, and then discuss the book with the club members. Anyone is welcome to attend. Books will be chosen from contemporary young adult literature.

Meeting times: The fourth Tuesday of each month
Fees: None
To join: Sign up through Minga to attend.

**DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) is every Wednesday during Flex! Students are welcome to sign up in Minga to come to the library to read quietly.

A club for LEGO enthusiasts.

Meeting times: TBD during Flex
Fees: TBD
To join: Email or talk to Ms. Salem so she can add you to the Minga group.

DCHS Scholars’ Bowl is open to all grade levels and participates in both Varsity and JV meets with five student teams. Teams compete against other schools to answer questions in six knowledge areas, including math, science, language arts, fine arts, foreign language and current events. DCHS will compete in tournaments, usually consisting of round robin pool play that allows them to compete against most other teams. The season ends with a regional tournament which can allow students to qualify for the state tournament.

Meeting times: After school 2-3 times per week.
Fees: None
To join: Attend practice

This group is comprised of students who share Democratic ideals and wish to become more engaged in the political process. We will host events such as voter registration drives and guest speakers.

Meeting times: At least monthly during Flex, or more often as needed
Fees: None
To join: Show up to Flex meeting. Sign up through Minga.

Debate is the formal use of argumentation and reasoning. It is a co-curricular activity, meaning students enroll in the Debate class and compete in this KSHSAA governed event against students from across Kansas. Debate students participate in fundraising and are required to assist in hosting the DCHS Demon Debate Tournament and compete in a required number of out-of-town tournaments. This team utilizes weekend travel (Fridays and Saturdays) to compete with students from all over Kansas. State Championships take place in January, and National Championships are in June for those who qualify. This activity is open to qualified students who possess discipline and a competitive spirit.

Meeting times: 3rd, 4th, or 5th block Fall Semester
Fees: Some meals on trips, some supplies
To join: Enroll in the class, and must be KSHSAA eligible.

Demons4Change is a civic engagement and community outreach club! Our goal is to make Dodge City a better place by being active in the community and serving its members. This is a great way for students to record volunteer hours for their resume and high school diploma. Anybody is welcome to join- the more people, the more involved we can be in the community!

Meeting times: Bi-weekly on Fridays in Mr. Lowery's room (C373)
Fees: No fees! It is free to join.
To join: Just sign up on Minga! We will probably take down information to keep track of all of our members and be able to reach out to them about events and other civic engagement opportunities.

This is a club designed to raise cultural awareness in which we promote respect amongst students of any race. We have several activities that allow students to meet with community leaders, visit colleges, help with fundraisers, enter a chance to win a scholarship at the end of the year, and participate in some community service.

Meeting times: TBD. First meeting will be in September.
Fees: No fee to join
To join: Come to Student Services and speak with Mrs. Trent or Mrs. Nau

Students will meet once a week to play the #1 role-playing game in the world, Dungeons and Dragons. Show up to room H262, and we’ll get you started!

Meeting times: Tuesdays, 3:10 p.m.
Fees: None
To join: Show up! We have everything you need to play.

FCA is a student-led organization that encourages students to grow in their faith, character, and relationships with others. Every-other-week Huddles include guest speakers, games, snacks, fellowship, and opportunities to explore how Christian faith can be lived out in everyday life. FCA also provides opportunities for students to serve their school and local community.

Membership is open to all students. While FCA has strong connections to athletics and school activities, any student interested in growing in their faith, building positive relationships, and serving others is welcome to join.

Meeting times: Every Friday during Flex
Fees: None
To join: Sign up in Minga

FCCLA promotes personal growth and leadership development through family and consumer sciences education focusing on the multiple roles of family members, wage earners and community leaders. Members develop skills for life through character development, creative and critical thinking, interpersonal communication, practical knowledge, and vocational preparation. FCCLA focuses on building self, family, and people skills. Chapter activities include projects focusing on self, family, community and leadership. FCCLA does a lot of community service, as well. Monthly chapter meetings as well as district, state, and national meetings are available to any DCHS student.

Meeting times: Once a month unless we need more
Fees: $18.00
To join: Come to a meeting and fill out a form

Membership is open to those students enrolled in an agricultural education class (or has an approved agricultural career objective). All activities and events focus on career areas and skills related to the agriculture industry. Students develop leadership, technical, and critical thinking skills.

Meeting times: Will be announced
Fees: $15.00
To join: Contact Mr. Bliss or Mr. Gibson

Floorshow is the student “talent” show in December. It is DCHS’s “America’s Got Talent” show! All students wishing to participate must first audition in November. Dates for auditions will be announced in the Fall. This is open to all DCHS students.

Meeting times: Auditions will take place on dates TBD in November. Rehearsals and the Floorshow will take place the first week of December.
Fees: No fees to join.
To join: Audition sign-ups will be posted in November. Acts will be limited and will be voted on by a panel of Student Council members.

Forensics is a co-curricular activity in which students compete in eleven different events that fall into three categories: Acting (Single or Duo), Speaking (Prepared or Impromptu-Style Speeches), and Reading (Prose, Poetry or a mix). You must enroll in the class, but it is also a KSHSAA approved competitive activity with tournaments nearly every Saturday and occasionally on weeknights from late January through early May, followed by a State and two National Tournaments.

Meeting times: 4th and 5th Block Spring Semester
Fees: Some meals on trips, some supplies
To join: Enroll in the class, must be KSHSAA eligible

GSA is a youth leadership organization that exists to show support for LBGTQ+ students. Our goals are to:

1. create safe environments in schools for students to support each other and learn about homophobia, transphobia, and other oppressions
2. educate the school community about gender identity and sexual orientation issues; and
3. reduce discrimination, harassment, and violence in schools.

Please note that allies are encouraged to attend, you’ll get from GSA what you put into it, no one will ask you to label yourself, and GSA is here to support all students. GSA will meet in T166.

Meeting times: The first and third Tuesday of each month
Fees: None--anyone is welcome to join throughout the school year.
To join: Sign up through Minga to attend

Students who do not have time at home can find a place here to express themselves with different forms of creativity. Anyone is welcome to join, even if you do not consider yourself artistic. Students will work with their hands to create different types of media, like junk journaling, sewing, knitting, art, origami, paper mosaics, paper bag puppets, and more! Students can find new hobbies and relieve some stress from classes.

Meeting Times: Once every 2 weeks
Fees: None
To Join: Minga/Google Classroom/GroupMe (or come to the first meeting)

This club is an organization for internationally minded students who enjoy international cultural experiences as well as social, educational, and outdoor events while helping the community.

This club is available to anyone who is interested in learning more about different cultures. The club participates in a wide variety of activities throughout the year. We will have opportunities to talk to people who are from other countries and those who have visited other countries.

Meeting times: Thursdays during Flex.
Fees: None
To join: Sign up in Minga

Students wanting to help make a positive difference in DCHS and the Dodge City community are encouraged to join. Students will engage in community service, learn and practice positive coping skills, and participate in activities to help defeat the stigma of mental health. Mind Matters provides a space for students to come as they are for peer support and encouragement.

• Assisting the Ford County Suicide Coalition is another partnership connected with this club.
• Feel free to reach out to the sponsors or the student leader, Giselle Rodriguez (giselle209543@443mail.org)  with any questions or for additional information.

Meeting times: About twice per month during Flex
Fees: None
To join: Sign up in Minga to come to a Flex meeting.

The annual musical is performed in February. Auditions will be held in November. Each year DCHS presents a Broadway-style musical. We are looking for all singers, actors, and dancers, who would like to be a part of the musical. This is open to all DCHS students. In the past we have performed classic musicals such as The Music Man, Les Miserables, Guys and Dolls, and new musicals such as High School Musical, Freaky Friday, Seussical, and The Addams Family.

Meeting times: Audition dates - November 9th and 10th @ 7 p.m. Musical schedule and announcement to come at a later date.
Fees: None
To join: Talk to Mr. Chirchir if you’re interested! We also need crew/backstage help.

Dodge City High School is a charter member of the National Honor Society. The National Honor Society (NHS) elevates a school’s commitment to the values of scholarship, service, leadership, and character. DCHS NHS students will complete various community and individual service projects throughout the year. Students must be a junior or senior with at least a 3.5 GPA, complete the application, and be approved through the selection process.
The application will be released in August at the start of the school year.

Meeting times: September 22, 2026; October 20, 2026; October 22, 2026 (Inductions);
November 3, 2026; December 15, 2026; January 19, 2027; February 16, 2027; March 16,
2027; April 20, 2027; May 4, 2027.

• Additional volunteer time commitments will be required throughout the year.

Fees: $10
To Join: Add yourself to the "NHS Apply Only" Google Classroom page (code: ubliodr) to access the application. Complete all sections carefully. Further instructions are in the application. All information will be used by the faculty council to assist with the selection process. Completion of the application does not guarantee selection. Submit the application through the assignment link in Google Classroom by Thursday, September 10 at 3:30pm. No late applications accepted.

Important Note: Per the official NHS bylaws, standing adviser(s) do not select candidates for NHS membership. Selection decisions are made solely by a committee of faculty members (the Faculty Council). This process is outlined in the NHS handbook and is not subject to individual discretion.

This committee is for juniors who wish to take part in helping plan for and set up for prom. We meet on Wednesday every other week and work on fundraising and planning! If interested in the prom committee, please visit with a sponsor or join through Minga.

Meeting times: Check Minga
Fees: None
To join: Sign up in Minga

These are classes – not clubs. Students who are interested in being on this staff must meet class course requirements in order to be enrolled. See Mrs. Rolland D341 for more details. Once on staff, students form part of Quill and Scroll, which is the International Honorary Society for high school journalists. This organization is open to students who have participated in the journalism class for at least three semesters and are in the upper third of their class scholastically. Students must be either a junior or senior. They must have completed superior work in some phase of journalism or school publications. Recommendations by Publication advisor is required.

Meeting times: During 1st block class and during Flex when scheduled throughout the year, which is usually twice a month.
Fees: Fundraise by selling ads to cover fees
To join: Enroll in the class

This is a student led club designed to enrich student learning in the design and construction areas using project based learning. Students will learn to operate CNC, Laser, and more to complete hands-on projects.

Meeting times: Flex, before and after school with prior approval.
Fees: None
To join: All students enrolled in any CTE class are eligible.

The Red Demon Esports Team is an official interscholastic Esports program representing Dodge City High School in competition through the Kansas State High School Activities Association (KSHSAA). Esports is now a KSHSAA-sanctioned activity, making competitive Esports an official school activity within the Kansas interscholastic activities program. Students on the Red Demon Esports Team will compete as representatives of Dodge City High School against other KSHSAA member schools in organized, competitive video game events. Team members will develop skills in teamwork, communication, strategic thinking, problem-solving, sportsmanship, leadership, and competitive gaming. Participation is competitive and team-based, rather than a recreational gaming club. Students may compete in multiple KSHSAA Esports titles throughout the season. Team members are expected to attend scheduled practices and competitions, represent Dodge City High School appropriately, demonstrate good sportsmanship, and meet all KSHSAA and Dodge City High School eligibility requirements. KSHSAA requires Esports participants to meet the same general qualifications applicable to students representing their school in other interscholastic activities.

Eligibility: Students must maintain at least a “C” average in all classes and meet all applicable Dodge City High School and KSHSAA eligibility requirements.
Meeting/Practice Times: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday during Flex; Tuesday, Wednesday, and some Thursdays after school. Additional practices and competitions may be scheduled during the KSHSAA Esports season.
Competitions: Students will compete in scheduled KSHSAA Esports competitions and postseason events. Additional Saturday events may be scheduled for competitions, tournaments, team activities, or fundraising.
Fees: $25 annual team fee for state-level competition, plus $15 for a team shirt.

• Fees may be waived through approved volunteer service at Saturday competitions and team events.

To Join: Students interested in competing on the Red Demon Esports Team must complete the team sign-up process when positions become available. Students must also join the DCHS KSHSAA PlayVS Online Club and complete any required school and KSHSAA eligibility requirements.

A peer-to-peer program to educate teen drivers about the dangers of not wearing seatbelts and distracting driving to try and reduce the number of injury and fatality crashes with teen drivers.

Meeting times: TBD
Fees: None
To join: See Officer Hernandez for an application.

SkillsUSA is a nationally recognized career and technical student organization (CTSO) that prepares students for careers through leadership development, technical skill development, teamwork, professional development, and competitive events. Students have the opportunity to apply skills learned in the classroom to real-world challenges while developing the professionalism, communication, and leadership skills needed for success in college, careers, and the workforce.

The DCHS SkillsUSA chapter is open to students enrolled in qualifying Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, including Computer Science, Game Design, Digital Media, Video Production, Architecture and Construction, and Welding. Students participate in chapter activities, leadership opportunities, community service, fundraising, and SkillsUSA competitive events at the local, regional, state, and national levels.

Students are expected to maintain the academic and attendance requirements established by Dodge City High School for participation in clubs and activities. Members are also expected to demonstrate professionalism, responsibility, teamwork, and active participation in chapter meetings and activities.

Eligibility: Students must be enrolled in an eligible SkillsUSA CTE pathway and meet all Dodge City High School eligibility requirements for extracurricular activities.
Eligible Pathways:
? Computer Science
? Game Design
? Digital Media
? Video Production
? Architecture and Construction
? Welding
Meeting Times: Fridays during Flex, with additional meetings scheduled as needed for competitive events, projects, fundraising, and other chapter activities.
Fees: Students are expected to participate in chapter fundraising activities to help cover SkillsUSA membership, travel, competition, and state/national event expenses.
To Join: Students interested in joining SkillsUSA should contact Christopher Spindler (D339) and complete the chapter membership and registration process. Students should also be prepared to actively participate in meetings, fundraising, community service, and competitive events.

Space Club will be a safe space for students interested in anything space or aeronautics, be it the wonders of astrophysics, the engineering side of space, or even the philosophical look on space as a whole. Space Club hopes to get some short interviews with actual NASA and Blue Origin workers occasionally via the Cosmosphere. Activities of the club will be related to space or engineering, such as making model rockets, doing group research for different space-related careers, watching various space videos/movies, or even a potential field trip to the Cosmosphere.

Meeting times: Flex on Tuesday every other week
Fees: None
To join: Anyone is welcome. Sign up in Minga.

The Student Athletic Training program assists the Certified Athletic Trainers in providing medical coverage and current/relevant health care information to the student-athletes involved in DCHS athletics. The program is open to all students (9-12) in good standing at DCHS. They must meet the academic and code of conduct requirements set forth by the DCHS Athletic Department and demonstrate good attendance.

Meeting times: After School, Flex 1-2 per month
Fees: No fees
To join: See Mr. Pelton (H254) or Mrs. Trembly (H252) for more information

StuCo is a student-elected organization which represents the student body. StuCo’s goal is to improve the school environment through positive leadership opportunities. StuCo representatives communicate with the administration and student body about concerns related to student improvement. Students can join a student council in a variety of ways. Each spring, students will be elected to serve as Student Coordinators. At the start of each semester, Flex Captains will be elected to serve on their community’s council. All students will be able to join any time of the year by completing the student council “Work On” program. More information can be found with your Community Directors or in Room C368 or M141.

Meeting times: Student Coordinators meet in Flex weekly. Community Councils will meet Monthly.
Fees: There are no fees to join Student Council.
To join: Students will be elected each spring to serve the following year. Students can join by completing the “Work On” program any time of year. More information can be found with your Community Directors or with Mr. Ketron (C368) or Mrs. Rich (M141).

This club is for you to experience a fun growing sport that is easy for anyone to learn and enjoy!

Meeting times: Saturday mornings at 8 am (sometimes earlier) at the outdoor or indoor turf depending on weather and availability. I will keep you updated on location.
Fees: None
To join: Sign up in Minga, Join the Facebook page to receive updates.

This is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math) program that provides an innovative curriculum that cultivates kids’ academic interests and expands their knowledge. EXITO incorporates hands-on skill building activities, career exploration, and other enrichment opportunities. Homework assistance, tutoring, and transportation are also offered. Open to all DCHS students; please enroll with Mrs. Nau and Mrs. Trent in the SSC.

Meeting times: MONDAY, TUESDAY, THURSDAY, FRIDAY (no Wednesdays) 3:10-4:10 p.m.
Fees: No fee to join.
To join: Come to Student Services and talk to Ms. Nau for permission slip and bus form. If you need transportation, the wait will be 2-3 days.