Clubs + Organizations

Sponsors:  Nicky Goff and Julia Anderson-Holt

The purpose of the Academic Team is to enhance the learning and intellectual pursuit of Bishop McGuinness students through academic competition.  Any student is welcome to participate in practices. Only students who are academically eligible and have the required Christian service hours may compete in tournaments.  It is possible for 9th and 10th grade students to earn a position on both the Froshmore team and Varsity team.

Sponsor:  Courtney Gougler

The purpose of the BMCHS Ambassador program is to promote the spiritual, academic, athletic and overall student life of the school to prospective students and campus visitors. Ambassadors are sophomores – seniors who complete an application and training process. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required, with no F or D received in the previous semester. Three letters of recommendation are required, an initial interview and leadership training.
 

Sponsor: Genieve Pezalski

The objective of Big Sis Lil Sis is to provide female mentorship for all incoming freshmen girls. It is the duty of our selected upperclassmen ladies to provide support, advocacy, and positive role modeling for the young Bishop McGuinness women so that they may live out the school mission of developing the whole person that will in turn, become a person for others. 

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Sponsor: Alex Genheimer

This activity provides an opportunity for students to improve their bowling techniques and engage in friendly competition. Meets against area high schools are organized by the Oklahoma High School Bowling Association and are held on Friday evenings or Saturday mornings. Practice is after school on Thursdays. All equipment is provided for the student courtesy of the bowling center and corporate sponsors.

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Sponsor: Kelly Allen

Camino means “the way” in Spanish. “I am the way and the truth and the life.” (John 14:6) The purpose of this organization is to encourage students to explore their faith and develop their spiritual relationship with God. CAMINO provides leadership opportunities, creative expression, and spiritual inspiration through a variety of community, parish and school activities.

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Sponsors: Kelly Miller and Veleecia Hearne-McKeever

The purpose of the Clancy Club is to promote school spirit. The club supports all school activities.

Sponsor: Cristen Whitaker

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Sponsor: Diane Drum

The purpose of the Diversity Club is to celebrate the diverse student population at BMCHS, provide cultural awareness to the students and faculty, advocate for the voices of minority and diverse groups of students throughout the school, and overall, empower all individuals.
 

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Sponsor: Susan Murray

The Economics Club is a student-centered educational organization ideal for those interested in developing a better understanding for the reality economics plays in business, public policy, and government. Students will learn how a free market economy functions in society and will address important economic issues through field trips, club meetings and guest speakers. 

Sponsors: Katie Troutt and Kelly Allen

Fellowship of Christian Athletes or “FCA” works to further integrate athletics and faith life through various activities on and off campus. The club hosts multiple fields of faith, events in which have guest speakers talk after athletic events, and devotionals in and out of school led by student members. They are also in charge of Irish Alley at the Memorial Marathon. Meetings are held weekly during early lunch period.

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Sponsor: Steve McConnell

This organization was formed to promote the visual arts. Members may be freshmen through seniors interested in learning more about the production and understanding of the visual fine arts. Members will attend scheduled monthly club meetings involving workshops, artist demonstrations, and museum visits.

Sponsor: Sheila Kruse

The French Club gives the French student a taste of French literature, culture, and gourmet food. The club’s purpose is to give the student a broad view of French life beyond classwork.

Sponsor: Adam Sermersheim

The purpose of the Gaming Club is to provide students with opportunities for fun and fellowship through game play. Most meetings occur during the evenings and involve video games of various systems.
 

Sponsor:  Jennifer Sokolosky

Glee Club is an excellent way for students to share their music talent with others and have a lot of fun. There will be opportunities to perform at BMCHS events as well as outside of the school setting. All practices are after school and anyone is welcome to join.
 

Sponsor: Kelly Allen

The mission of Irish 4 Life is to establish an active, positive pro-life culture among the members of our community by educating on all life issues and by actively promoting the right to a dignified life for all persons (pre-born and born).

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Sponsor: Kelli Williams

Irish Outreach is a student-led and driven service initiative that is dedicated to improving the well-being of the surrounding community and encouraging each student member to be a person for others.

Sponsors:  Marty Monigold

Robotics at Bishop McGuinness is a student-led group that competes in the FIRST Tech Challenge. The team is challenged to build a robot under specifications to play a game. Students fundraise to meet their goals, design a team “brand,” work collaboratively and advance respect and appreciation for STEM within the local community.

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Sponsors: Kaity Sims 

The Junior Classical League is an organization open to any student interested in Latin and the Classics. Members of BMCHS Latin Club are affiliated with the Junior Classical League at the state and national level. Members have the opportunity to participate in activities with other Latin language lovers at the school such as laser tag, toga bowling and an annual Halloween party. Members also have the chance to participate in state competitions like Certamen and to attend the state and national Conventions.

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Sponsor: Laney Maguire

Students with knitting or crocheting skills come together to make hats and blankets for NICU babies as a service project.  If a student has no prior skills, other students will teach them how to knit or crochet.

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Sponsor: Diane Drum

The purpose of the Math Club is to promote scholarship in and enjoyment and understanding of mathematics in high school students. All students are welcome to join.

Sponsor: Nicky Goff

The McGuinness Engineering and Science Society is organized to provide students with additional opportunities for scientific investigation and research, and exposure to lecture, films, and field trips to scientific centers.

Sponsors: Kathy Judge and Katie Troutt 

The Cum Laude chapter of the National Honor Society (NHS) recognizes those exemplary students who demonstrate excellence in scholarship, leadership, character, and community service. Membership is open to qualified sophomores, juniors, and seniors (during the first quarter of their senior year). Invitations for application will be given to students who meet academic requirements and who have not been on a disciplinary contract in the two semesters prior to application. Students are invited to apply if they have attained a 3.7 or higher cumulative GPA on the weighted scale and have completed the Christian Service hour requirements for their grade level by the March application time in the second semester.

The NHS Faculty Council determines selection based upon applications and faculty/administration recommendations in the areas of leadership and character. Members who fail to demonstrate the minimum membership criteria or adherence to the guiding principles of NHS are subject to probation or dismissal as determined by the NHS Faculty Council. If, while a member of NHS, one should be placed on disciplinary contract, he/she will automatically lose the privilege of wearing and NHS stole at graduation and possibly their NHS membership.

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Sponsors: Mayra Wood

This organization recognizes students who have shown achievement in the study of Spanish. Members must maintain an 89% or better average for three consecutive semesters. The BMCHS chapter is named “El Cordobes.”

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Sponsor: Brett Young

The Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School chapter of the National Speech and Debate Association provides opportunities for students to compete in various speaking, acting, and debate events that will help facilitate development in their critical thinking and public speaking skills. The league chapter participates in OSSAA sanctioned tournaments at the local, regional, and state levels as well as various tournaments on the national circuit.  In addition each year the Irish Forensic Speech and Debate team hosts a speech festival for all Bishop McGuinness feeder school speech and drama programs. 

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Open Space Meeting Club is a psychoeducational club that promotes solidarity and acceptance for all. Each month, meeting attendees will hear from fellow students on topics related to mental health, social justice, and school community-related ideas and experiences. All are welcome!

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Sponsor: David Hughes

Members of the Young Politicians Club will work toward developing awareness and creating activities as they relate to civic duties.

Sponsor:  Adam Sermersheim

Shamrock Animation Club produces short animated skits using a plethora of student talents such as acting, drawing, writing, and music composing.

Sponsor: Taja Egert

The Spanish Club offers Spanish students an exciting year full of fiestas and a taste of Spanish cuisine. Its purpose is to offer its members adventures in Spanish culture outside of the classroom and a chance to make new amigos.

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Sponsor: Andrew Worthington

The STEMbassadors are a student led organization whose mission is to bolster the presence of STEM in our school, our feeder schools, the OKC community, and the global community. We conduct numerous service projects to support STEM organizations, both local and abroad. We also run the Computer-Aided Design Order Service (CADOS) which allows students to give back to the school by 3D modeling and 3D printing replacement parts, organizational tools, and teaching aids for teachers, faculty, and student organizations. If you wanna help make the world a STEMmier place, come join the STEMbassadors!

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Sponsors: Natasha Seymour and Susan Murray

Student Council is a student government which acts as a representative for student voice on all matters curricular and extracurricular at Bishop McGuinness. Student Council members gain experience working with different members of the school community, including their peers, faculty and staff members, as well as with external community organizations. The purpose of Student Council is to promote student initiatives that will positively influence school culture. Its composition includes an executive board of nine officers, and a general board comprised of the executive board, all class officers and senators. Student Council hosts a variety of school wide events each year which include the Canned Food Drive, Feeder Leader Day and Olympics Week.

Students interested in joining Student Council should attend an informational meeting at the end of March and participate in elections at the beginning of April.

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Sponsor: Danielle Coats

Venturing is a coed youth organization within the Boy Scouts of America (BSA). Crew 530 is chartered by Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School and focuses on outdoor activities such as camping. Meetings and activities are youth-led with BSA-registered adult supervisors.    

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Sponsor: Jocelyn Perez

Our mission is to attempt to address the gender gap in the world of science by introducing young women to the many opportunities in the science field.

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Sponsor: Rebecca McKee

Promoting self love, mental, and spiritual lifestyle among students and teachers. We also help you destress and learn yoga!

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Sponsor: Adam Sermersheim

YP2 is an environmental organization composed of eco-conscious students.  YP2 helps create and support environmentally friendly programs and attitudes with the school community.