Clubs & Organizations
ESports
Esports is a competitive video game program designed to help athletes work in a team environment as they compete against teams across North Dakota and Western Minnesota. As it gains traction in the Midwest, more is being done for our students to help them connect to colleges and gain the skills needed for scholarships. Current games include competitive Chess, Rocket League, League of Legends, and Valorant (parent/guardian signature required), with plans for more to be added as the program expands.
Expectations include that students be accountable and punctual when games are scheduled, have good communication on their availability, and they must be eligible to play – grades before games. Captain and leadership opportunities are also granted to students that demonstrate these skills. Depending on the game schedule, we meet Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the season, with games slotted for a 5PM start time. The Preseason starts late November and regular season runs through the end of March finishing off with a state tournament. Additionally, we meet Tuesdays (and sometimes Fridays) in the off season. Recruiting for the next season will begin in March and will run through the Preseason. We stream our games when we can, so we are always looking for individuals wanting to learn how to stream and shout cast.
This is an inclusive environment where all are welcome. We have some coaching options available in-person and others offered through our vendor for those that want to learn more about the games they currently play, or want to learn something new. We ask for a positive attitude, respectful conversation, and being open to learning and growing as a team member.
Advisor
Garrett Foss
Email: gfoss@west-fargo.k12.nd.us
Envirothon
The North Dakota Envirothon is a problem-solving natural resource competition for high school students. Teams train the entire school year with their advisor or "coach" in preparation for the annual state-wide competition. Study resources in the fields of soils, aquatics, wildlife, prairie (forestry and rangeland) and a current environmental issue are assembled by natural resource professionals and provided to the teams. Using these resources, students learn the skills of thinking and working as a team to assess natural resource issues affecting the environment. In late spring, each team has the option to select five members and one alternate to compete at the State North Dakota State Envirothon Competition, a 3 day competition involving outdoor trail tests and a brief presentation. There is no cost for the event as it is covered by our local soil conservation association. Students in grades 9-12 can compete!
Any student interested in wildlife, hunting, camping, fishing or farming would enjoy the activities we engage in when preparing for state competition.
Advisor
Cailyn Settelmeyer
Phone: 7013562070
FBLA / DECA
2023 State Conference: March 5-7th, 2023 in Bismarck
Students MUST be enrolled in a Marketing course at HHS to participate in DECA.
FEES
$12 Membership Fee
Additional Fees for Fall Conference and Spring State Conference.
*Please pay cash or check (written out to Horace High DECA) anf give to the main office or advisor
Advisor
Leigh Daley
Email: ldaley@west-fargo.k12.nd.us
HOSA
HOSA Fees:
$30 membership fee
$10 T-shirt Fee
*Please pay with cash or check (written out to Horace High HOSA) and give to the main office or advisor.
Advisor
Garrett Foss
Email: gfoss@west-fargo.k12.nd.us
Key Club
Key Club Meetings are every other Tuesday Morning.
Beginning October 3, 2023
Horace High School: Multipurpose Room
7:50-8:20 am
$30 Club Dues Fee
Advisor
Lori Kalash
Email: lkalash@west-fargo.k12.nd.us
Newspaper
Check out our school newspaper!
Updated articles by this year's newspaper staff are being published regularly!
Horace High School News – The Student News Site of Horace High School (hhshawksquawk.org)
Interested in having a message shared or getting something advertised?
Contact namberg@west-fargo.k12.nd.us for information.
Interested in helping with the newspaper, but you aren't in the class?
Everyone is welcome to help with the school newspaper, regardless of being in the class. Contact namberg@west-fargo.k12.nd.us for more information.
Student Council
Mission Statement: The student council’s mission is to encourage a dynamic and positive environment in the halls of Horace High School. The student council shall coordinate activities of school clubs and organizations concerning the student body, in order to better school life, interests, and activities.
Organization Expectations:
Any students from any grade are invited to be part of Student Council. Each grade level has a different number of students. The student body president and other officer positions are elected out of a members' vote. Each officer holds their office for one year.
Meetings take place on Thursdays before school. Members may not miss a meeting without an excuse. Members must check in advance with one of the advisors if they will be unable to attend the meeting. Attendance at major events is mandatory, especially since many of the events are important parts of the school culture.
Activities this club organizes and jobs it entails:
Plan and organize homecoming week, coronation, and dance.
Collect and pack cans and money for Fill-the-Dome.
Present and organize the Academic Awards.
Winter Semi-formal.
Attend state student council conference in December.
Collaborate with administration to make any needed changes at the school.
Provide leadership to different groups and organizations.
Advisor
Miss Cailyn Settelmeyer
Phone: 701-356-2070
Email: csettelmeyer@west-fargo.k12.nd.us
Degrees and Certifications:
Masters or Arts in Teaching
Bachelors of Science in Zoology