“Not gonna lie, there were so many clubs, I didn’t even know where to start,” said a sophomore who asked not to be named.
On Jan. 28, the school gym was packed with noise as students gathered for the Spring Club Fair. Booths lined the walls, music played from different corners and students moved through the crowd scanning QR codes and comparing club options for the semester.
The fair featured a wide range of organizations, from academic and career-focused clubs to creative groups and community-based programs. With students required to choose both a first and second option for Mondays and Wednesdays, many said the process felt more stressful than expected.
Academic clubs attracted steady crowds throughout the afternoon. Bio Med Scholars Association, Model United Nations and EF Business and Entrepreneurship had groups of students stopping by to ask about meeting schedules, activities, and how the clubs connect to college plans.
For Kim Nguyen (senior), the decision was straightforward.
“Honestly, I picked Bio Med because I want to go into the medical field,” Nguyen said, shrugging. “So lowkey, it was kind of an easy choice.”
Across the gym, creative clubs offered a calmer break from the rush. Tables for Art and Design, Crafting, Music Ensemble, and Yearbook displayed student work from previous seasons, giving students a chance to slow down and talk more casually with club members.
Community-based clubs such as Campus and Community Service, International and Culture Events, OMID for Girls and Momentum with Girls also drew interest from students looking to meet new people and get involved outside the classroom.
One of the busiest booths at the fair was E-Sports, which stayed crowded for most of the event as students asked about games, meeting times, and competitions.
For Queenie Wang (senior), the relaxed vibe of the club stood out.
“I did cross country in the fall and basketball in the winter,” Wang said, smiling. “So honestly, I didn’t want anything intense. I just wanted something chill.”
Other clubs, including Speed and Agility Training and Outdoor Education, offered options for students who still wanted to stay active during the spring season.
Spring clubs will begin Feb. 9, and students have until Feb. 13 at 4 p.m. to change clubs if space is available. Until then, many students said they are waiting to see where they are placed and hoping their first choices work out.
