Clubs and Activities

Art Club is a place for creative thinkers and lovers of art to come together and engage in everything visual art. We allow for individual art making or specific project ideas. This is a great place to meet other artists or if you don’t have room in your schedule for art but need a space to create.

Begins Aug 25

Mondays, 3:15-4:15 PM in Room 3183

Join the Google Classroom: pyopa6rs

For more information, contact Mr. Van Duinen

In Crest, we solicit the best art and writing by students to include in an annual magazine. If you love or create art or literature, and if you like to discuss other people’s work/interested in publishing it, please audition to become a member! We visit other classes, ask for submissions, discuss terrific work, share our work, and put it all together! It’s a wonderful, fun club with a long history at OPRF!

Tuesdays, 3:15 PM in Room 3139

For more information, contact Mr. Sieck

Community work and building through design. Our goals are to expose students to various different forms of digital art, and enable them to create whatever they want to in whatever said art form they choose. We seek to do this through group collaboration projects and projects for the school & community. In addition, we hope to create a space students can come together to work on projects or start projects on their own. We seek to foster a love for all design, especially graphic design. Through this, we hope students are able to grow their skills in whatever artistic medium they choose.

Thursdays, 3:15 PM in Room 3383

Join the Google Classroom: 75536mf

Instagram: oprfhsgraphicdesignclub

For more information, contact Ms. White

Students will be learning how to saw, drill, sand, file, polish, and solder metals (copper, brass, nickel, and sterling silver) to make small wearable or non-wearable art. They work in cohorts with student leaders as the teachers to learn skills.

Wednesdays, 3:15 PM in Room 3191

Join the Google Classroom: 43ngpkf

Instagram:oprfmetalworking

For more information, contact Ms. Novotny

The focus of this afterschool program will be learning the 4 styles of writing, shooting, and editing your short film. Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30 PM-5:00 PM in Room 3256

Join the Google Classroom: yulfqfa

For more information, contact Mr. Nixon

Wheel-throwing club is for students who want to learn how to wheel-throw and help participate, organize, and run the annual Empty Bowls Community Dinner.

Tuesdays, 3:30 PM in Room 3198

Join the Google Classroom: gv5bruq

Instagram: wheelthroprf

For more information, contact Ms. Doherty

Meetings and activities focus on helping students become educated, committed leaders for the community’s future benefit and explore cultures to gain different perspectives. We are open to all students which promote the empowerment of the Latinx community be developing and nurturing the leadership, intellectual and cultural potential of its youth so they may contribute their skills and dedication.

Mondays, 3:15-4:15 PM in Room 4255

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For more information, contact Ms. Diaz  or Mr Renteria

Chinese Cultural Society opens up the doors to a whole new culture, right here at OPRF. With delicious foods, fun games, action-filled movies and much more, everyone can have a fun time in Chinese Cultural Society. We will explore topics ranging from traditional Chinese holiday celebrations to current pop culture and every in between!

Wednesday, 3:15 PM in Room 3270

Join the Google Classroom: k4jj7b2.

For more information, contact Ms C Graham

French Club is a social club focused on the culture and language of French-speaking countries, for students of all levels—even if you aren't in French! If you're interested in sharing and exploring your passion for culture and language outside of the classroom we welcome you to join. With French Club, you have the chance to meet new people with similar passions and improve your French-speaking skills. À bientôt!

Mondays, 3:15 PM in Room 4256

Join the Google Classroom: df74mcz

For more information, contact Ms. Grady

Hallo! Guten Tag! The German Club explores and celebrates all aspect of the German Culture through art, food, and more! We will listen to German music, play games and discover interesting cultures of German speaking countries. Everyone is welcome whether you speak German or not!

Thursdays, 3:15 PM in Room 4254

Join the Google Classroom: qakcve2

For more information, contact Ms. Boyce

The International Club explores cultures and countries from around the world. We discuss everything there is to know about these cultures from their languages, food, and music to their geography, literature, festivals, and forms of government. Activities range from eating specialties from the culture and doing crafts to going on field trips to further explore the culture.

Thursdays, 3:20 PM in Room 4256

Join the Google Classroom: 3k3jpnl

For more information, contact Ms. Grady or Mr Renteria

Italian Club is a social club focused on the culture and language of Italian-speaking countries, for students of all levels—even if you aren’t in Italian class! If you’re interested in sharing and exploring your passion for culture and language outside of the classroom we welcome you to join. With Italian Club, you have the chance to meet new people with similar passions and improve your language skills. 

Thursday, 7:20 AM in Room 4165

For more information, Contact Ms Kuntz

Japanese club welcomes any students who are interested in Japan! No need to be taking Japanese class or speak Japanese. We do different cultural activities, such as origami, calligraphy, crafts, cooking, games etc. Students can join any time and there is no commitment to come every week.

Begins Sept 5

Fridays, 3:15 PM in Room 4251

Join the Google Classroom: zywnb52g

For more information, contact Ms. Schmadeke

JSC is a non-school affiliated club where students of all backgrounds are welcome to join us as we discuss and celebrate Jewish culture within the greater OPRF community.

Tuesdays, 3:20 PM

For more information, contact Student Activities

Want to learn more about Korean Pop Culture? Then join us to as we listen to music, talk about fashion and more while hanging out with other who share the passion to explore other cultures.

Begins Sept 4

Thursdays, 7:15-8:00AM in Room 3116

Google Classroom: iroypvl

For more information contact Ms Torres

MENA (Middle Eastern North African) Student Alliance creates a safe space for students to create community around sharing and educating the OPRF student body on Middle Eastern/North African culture.

Thursdays, 7:20 AM in Room 3330

Join the Google Classroom: sloa35u

For more information, contact Ms Alwawi or Mr Cohen.

Pal Asian Leadership Society is a diverse and multifaceted club in which students can engage in meaningful discussions and activities pertaining to Asian and Asian American identities. Our projects and activities range from recording our podcast about the experience of AAPI as a racial minority in America to socializing and enjoying a variety of Asian cuisines. We hope to continue these projects and also explore new activities relating to the AAPI community. The Pan Asian Leadership Society is intended to be a safe space and all are welcome to join.

Tuesdays, 3:15 PM in Room 3365

Join the Google Classroom: g2n3r6s

Instagram: oprfhspals

For more information, contact Ms. Watson or Mr Courtney

Spanish club is filled with exciting activities such as honoring Hispanic Heritage Month with Spanish arts and crafts, such as moles and piñatas. We create and share Spanish Trivia and play many word games in Spanish. We also have a session to make Spanish Club t-shirts and sell them to raise money for the club and non-for-profit organizations in the community. All are welcome!

Fridays, 7:20 AM in Room 4155

Join the Google Classroom: tbxevgu

For more information, contact Mr. Gonzalez

Want to learn how Biology and Engineering can be used to solve problems in the modern world? Interested in making new friends and working with them on a research project? And, what about presenting your work to like-minded peers from other high schools around the country at a Spring symposium? If that sounds fun to you, join us in the BioResearch club!

Thursdays, 7:20 AM in Room 2391

For more information, contact Mr. Kirkpatrick

Chemistry Club is designed to expose students to chemical concepts, chemistry careers, and real-world applications using experiments, demonstrations and discussions. Students will experiment with using a hands-on methods and develop inquiry skills without a grading component. Students of all grade levels are encouraged to participate.

Tuesdays, 7:30 AM in Room 1359

Join the Google Classroom: qw5bdb6

For more information, contact Mr. Bernthal or Mr. McKittrick

The non-partisan club creates and takes advantage of opportunities for students to get involved in local and national politics, whether it is organizing a protest, registering people to vote, becoming an election judge, or phone banking for political candidates. We also will engage in weekly discussion about current political and social events. Our goal is not to promote or push a political ideology or agenda, but to provide opportunities for students to engage with each other in a safe and supportive environment, learn about the political process and differing perspectives, and develop their own activist voices.

Begins Aug 21

Thursdays, 7:20 AM in Room 3165

Join the Google Classroom: qobqin

Instagram: oprf_govclub

For more information, contact Ms. Zeidman

The OPRF History Club is open to ALL students interested in exploring historical events, people, changes over time, and the relevance of these events to the present day. Whether you enjoy just listening and learning or jumping into historical discussions, History Club is the perfect place.  Students will participate in discussions, hear from guest speakers, have options to go on field trips when possible, and learn from one another's ideas, experiences, and stories. There will be opportunities for students to plan future meetings and topics as well.  Past topics include the history of many federal holidays, Black Panthers, Rome, world wars, 21st century black fashion designers, disability rights, elections and impeachments, and much more. Come be a part of history at the OPRF History Club! 

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For more information, contact Mr Stephen or Mr Young

In Future Medical Leaders of America, you will have the opportunity to engage in many fun medical activities such as reviewing and discussing medical-mystery case studies, learning about and watching surgeries, learning about different pathways and advice from guest speakers for getting into the medical field, and gaining lots of exposure and other opportunities that are not otherwise available in this school.  Anyone can come to this club, as no experience/previous knowledge is necessary. Learn as we go!

Thursdays, 3:15 PM in Room 2191

Google Classroom: nbj3ztx

For more information, contact Ms Hennings

Come explore human nature and learn about the development of modern psychology and the impact of psychological disorders. We will engage in discussions, experiments and invite guest speakers to deepen our understanding of the human mind. We also participate in school activities to bring an greater awareness around psychological topics.

Begins Aug 26

Tuesdays, 7:15 AM in Room 3361

Join the Google Classroom: 7zshsdd

Instagram: oprfhspsychclub

For more information, contact Ms. Smithson

Sports Medicine Club will meet once a month and we will discuss topics related to sports medicine. For instance, we talk about injury prevention, heat illness, treating injuries, rehabilitating injuries, sports nutrition, and more. Additionally, when safe, students can apply to be student assistants in the athletic training room during a designated sport season. These students help with keeping athletes hydrated, practice first aid, taping, and rehabilitation skills, and shadow the sport fields… or just to try something new!

Begins Aug 26

Tuesday, 7:20 AM in Athletic Training Room

Join the Google Classroom: mhs36xn

Instagram: oprfhs_sportsmed

For more information, contact Ms. Gunn

Do you like writing or photography? Do you want to share your voice with our school and community? Join the Trapeze Contributors Club to learn about journalism and get involved in Trapeze, OPRF's student newspaper since 1912. We meet on Wednesdays after school in Room 3137. Check out our work at TrapezeOnline.com.

For more information contact Ms Hawley

STEM fields are notorious for limited representation, and Women in STEM club (WIS) aims to address these discrepancies. Please join us on Mondays after school to learn about STEM in a supportive and engaging environment. We have lots of exciting activities and projects planned throughout the year!

Mondays, 3:30 PM in Room 2393

For more information, contact Ms. Mondragon

We will introduce climbing and high ropes along with other climbing opportunities in our climbing gym. This club is a great if you enjoy meeting new people while learning/improving your climbing skills. There is no experience needed, we can teach you everything you need to know!

Begins Sept 5

Fridays, 3:15-4:30 PM in the 2 South Climbing Gym

Join the Google Classroom: sgj46jr

For more information, contact Ms Graham or Mr Webster.

Sign Language Club is for anyone who is interested in learning American Sign Language and learning about Deaf culture. No experience is needed. All levels are welcome!

Begins Aug 25

Mondays, 3:15-4:00PM in Room 4383

Classroom Code: v6uba5w

For more info contact Ms Conway

Anime Club wants to get back to what we love, watching anime together and talking about it! We will watch at least one episode per session and have some time for discussion. Come have fun and explore all kinds of new shows.

Tuesdays, 3:15-4:15 PM in Room 2365

For more information, contact Ms Megibow

Botany Club is a place to learn and explore an interest in flowers and plants! This is a space for inclusivity among the student population at OPRF. We will engage not only in learning the names of fauna and flora, but we will also learn about the historical and cultural significance of each plant. We will have hands-on learning and fun projects! Our field trips will be local and engaging, with things like scavenger hunts and informative messages about invasive versus native species.

Join us after school on Mondays. Room TBD.

For more information, contact Mr O'Neil Pesci

“We are all born beautifical, we are all creative, our face is our canvas, experiment and practice” is the Cosmetology Club’s motto as we focus on promoting positive self-image while exploring the field of cosmetology. At our meetings, we will learn about skincare, make-up application, hair care/styling, nail management as well as professional cosmetology. The club is open to all grade levels.

Begins Aug 26

Mondays, 3:30 PM in the Student Activity Center Conference Room

Join the Google Classroom: ucbeaxe

For more information, contact Ms. Cheney

Craft Club will provide a safe place for all students to take a break from the stresses of school. We will make easy crafts that are useful, personalized, and fun. 

1st & 3rd Tuesday 3:15 - 4:15

Join the Google Classroom: m34d73w

Instagram - oprf.craftingclub

For more information, contact Ms Perez

Writers of fiction and creative nonfiction who enjoy sharing their work with others, want to strengthen their creative writing skills, and are interested in learning more about getting your work out to the public and actually doing so, come join us!

Tuesdays, 3:20 - 4:30PM in Room 3264

Join the Google Classroom: hnnoda3

For more information, contact Ms. Martinez

FCA is a non-school affiliated club where students read the Bible, talk about their faith and pray. We welcome everyone, regardless of religion or faith.

Thursdays, 7:30 AM in Room 1359

Join the Google Classroom: 22umzzq

For more information, contact Mr. Bernthal

FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America) is a national Career and Technical Student Organization that provides personal growth, leadership development and career preparation opportunities for students. All students interested in fashion, cooking, baking or repurposing textiles are welcome! Students have the opportunity to compete in events at the sectional, state and national level.

Fridays, 3:15 PM.  Room 4185

For more information contact Mr Muhammad 

Do you need a space to unwind after a long day? Then bring your snack and come join this community of makers as we learn & share yarn skills and have a few laughs along the way. No experience needed!

Wednesdays, 3:20 PM in Room 3301

Join the Google Classroom: 2x524cg

For more information, contact Mr. McLaughlin

Start your day on the right foot and join Mindfulness Club! Mindfulness club is a place to take a step back from our busy lives and stay in the moment. We do different kinds of yoga, meditation, and journaling exercises. No experience needed!

Tuesdays at 7:15AM, Room 4151

Join the google classroom: qexrgcj6

For more information, contact Ms Di Verde

Movie Critics Club discusses all aspects of new and old movies! Particular cinema analytic criteria is used to discuss each movie. All opinions and interested are welcomed!

Mondays 3:15PM in Room 2365

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For more information, contact Mr. Mulvaney

We are so excited for this year. We are trying to plan with themed meetings, reviews, music discussions & Spotify Playlists. Also, we hope to host drive up concerts and other related events, like film screenings. We’re finally going to make t-shirts, too!

Tuesdays, 3:15 PM in Room 3383

Join the Google Classroom: cvdutc4

Instagram: the_milkcrate

For more information, contact Ms. White

The Prom Planning Committee is comprised of seniors whose sole purpose is planning and executing the Prom. This committee helps decide the venue, menu, theme, keepsakes, etc. This is the ideal club for students interested in planning. Thursdays (Starting Second Semester), 7:30 AM in Room 2383

Join the Google Classroom: k3gmgrhd

For more information, contact Mr. Weisman

The science fiction/fantasy club is a social club dedicated to the enjoyment and creation of all materials relating to science fiction, fantasy and any combination of the two. You can expect to experience discussion, debates, game play, viewing films, larping, D&D, boffering and more! Come and join many of your like minded peers in the exploration of all things connected to science fiction and fantasy.

Thursdays,3:15 PM in Room 4353

Join the Google Classroom: 6tfv2no

For more information, contact Mr. Dorame

Do you like to play ping pong? Do you like to hang out with your friends? Then Table Tennis Club is for you! Whether you like to play competitively or casually, we have players for you. No equipment or prior skill necessary. Everyone is welcome!

Begins Sept 2

Tuesdays, 3:20 PM in the Gym

Join the Google Classroom: nl4bf3x

For more information, contact Mr. Colquhoun

We play Role Playing Games, Card Games, and Board Games. Any games that can be played on a table. Come join the fun!

Fridays, 3:30 PM in Room 2365

Join the Google Classroom: py6kazu

For more information, contact Mr. Mulvaney

This is a club for people who like playing computer and console games. We have  PCs for Rocket League, League of Legends, and other student-chosen games! We have a club Switch (Smash and Mario Kart) and club PS4 (2k, FIFA) to compete against other gamers. We meet all year, and you can participate when you can. Those who qualify will be able to compete in the IHSA State Series for Esports. Come in and play!

Wednesdays, 3:30 PM in Room 3107

Join the Google Classroom: eoqd3ee

For more information, contact Mr. Tucker

The Color Guard is a co-curricular, all-volunteer marching unit that performs at all home football games, the homecoming parade, marching festivals and local parade events. Our performances feature a central “show theme” that combines music, movement and visual elements in a production that is unified around a central theme. Anyone that is interested in the frontline and color guard can join without restrictions.

Monday-Friday, 3:30 PM-5:30 PM

Join the Google Classroom: f7qpzwa

For more information, contact Mr. Pearson

OPRF Hip Hop Club this year will focus on community building. Hip Hop is a culture steeped in rich tradition of Mc’ing, dancing, DJ’ing, producing, performing, and communicating. Hip-Hop Club will be a space where students can come together to work on their craft and explore the evolution of Hip Hop via collaborative exercises and experiences via online engagement.

Join the Google Classroom: qpr7hf6

Instagram: h2ohiphopclub

For more information, contact Ms. Lush

Do you enjoy creating your own music or love being around who do? Then join us at Huskie Records as we jam out using our own instruments, share ideas and listen to others! We will have community performances throughout the year so this is your chance to show the world your skills.

Google Classroom: q4t6a5d

Mondays, 3:30 PM in Room 1109

For more information, contact Mr. Culloton

Are you quick on your feet? Like to be part of a team while having fun? Or just want to get involved in OPRF’s newest club with a performance at the end of the year? Join the Sketch Comedy and Improv Club on Thursday afternoons directly after school!

Google Classroom: 5j6jh7

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:15 PM in Room 4351

For more information, contact Mr. Brown or Ms Hawley

Begins Sept 2

Tuesdays, 3:15 PM in the Band Room

Join the Google Classroom: x5gkfhwu

For more information contact Mr Svedja

The Marching Huskies is a co-curricular, all-volunteer marching unit that performs at all home football games, the homecoming parade, marching festivals and local parade events. Our performance features a central “show theme” that combines music, movement and visual elements in a production that is unified around a central theme. Each performance is an exciting and powerful representation of what we do daily during our rehearsals. You must sign up by filling out a Google form and waiver. You will not be allowed to participate without this waiver. As a freshman or sophomore, you must be enrolled in a curricular must class to be involved in this ensemble. Any Junior or Senior with a major conflict to include a curricular ensemble in their schedule can still participate with Director’s approval. Anyone that is interested in the frontline and color guard can join without restrictions.

Everyday, 3:30 PM in Band Room/Fields

Join the Google Classroom: f7qpzwa

Instagram: oprfmarchinghuskies

For more information, contact Mr. Svejda, Mr. Fredrickson, or Mr. Pearson

Orchesis is an audition-based contemporary dance company for intermediate and advanced level dancers. This acclaimed OPRFHS dance troupe showcases consist of student- and faculty-choreographed dances, and always include a variety of dance styles including jazz, ballet, and more. 

By Audition TBD

For more information, contact Ms. Johnson

This ensemble performs for women’s and men’s basketball games as well as a wrestling match during the winter season. Pep Band has two rehearsals and ten performances/games only. No audition is required. All are welcome. This includes guitar, bass, and set players. More information will be shared sometime in November this year.

Starts in November

Thursdays, 3:30 PM in Room 1105

For more information, contact Mr. Svejda

This “club” is more of a service for students who want or need to record projects for their own individual portfolios or for college admissions. Past projects have included full length albums, singles, and college audition tapes.

By Appointment

Join the Google Classroom: j4645tw

For more information, contact Mr. Fredrickson

Join the OPRF show choir, Noteworthy! This highly selective group of singers, dances and live band members performs in the Oak Park and River Forest community and Chicago throughout the fall and holiday season and has a final performance in April.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30 PM

Google Classroom: lzwnscpq

Instagram: oprfnoteworthy

For more information, contact Ms. Figel or Mr. Dennis

The Spoken Word Club is open to all students. We write and share poetry, while building community and leadership. Alumni help us run the club.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30 PM in Room 3130

Join the Google Classroom: 3ztjmqu

For more information, contact Mr. Levin 

The Synchronized Swim Team season extended from January-May. This team is a co-curricular activity where members combine their swim and dance skills to perform synchronized swim routines to music. The season builds up to a showcase of routines to a theme chosen by the team. Routines are choreographed mostly by students with a full group opening and closing number choreographed by the coaches. New members are also highlighted in their own routine. We encourage you to come and try us out to see if we are the right fit for you!

Begins in Jan.

Watch for more info in the Daily Bulletin

Google Classroom: 4gogdmv

Instagram: oprfhs_synchro

For more information, contact Ms. Socki

Vocal Jazz is open to all students that want to sing in the jazz style. We will work on vocal improvisation as well as learn large group music.

Wednesdays, 6:00 PM in Room 2117

Join the Google Classroom: ig4mbee

For more information, contact Ms. McGuire

Business Club is a student lead group that will use real life marketing strategies to improve awareness about programs and events in the High School and local community. Building business knowledge via real world hands on experience is the goal of this group. It is an opportunity to explore your entrepreneur, marketing, finance, fundraising, and charity passions that students may have and need an organized outlet to assist their drive to become better and stronger business skills. Students can come with or without business knowledge or experience. All are welcome. Students also have opportunities to compete in business competitions against other business minded students from school across Illinois.

Begins 8/27

Tuesdays, 7:20 AM in Room 3117

Join the Google Classroom: shaphpz

Instagram: OPRFbizclub23-

For more information, contact  Ms Martinez

All students are welcome to join the Chess Team. Every year, we have players who stop by to play casually, learn how to play, etc. Those who are more competitive can be a part of the OPRF Chess Team in which we play against other high school teams around Illinois.

Tuesdays, 3:15 PM in Room 3160

For more information, contact Mr Payne

The National High School Ethics Bowl and the regional ethics bowls supports are competitive yet collaborative events in which students discuss real-life ethical issues. Teams take turns analyzing cases about complex ethical dilemmas and responding to questions and comments. An ethics bowl differs from a debate competition in that students are not assigned opposing views; rather, they defend which position they think is correct, provide each other with constructive criticism, and win by demonstrating that they have thought rigorously and systematically about the cases and engaged respectfully and supportively with all participants. This club teachers and promotes ethical awareness, critical thinking, civil discourse, civic engagement, and an appreciation for multiple point of view.

Tuesdays, 3:20 PM in Room 3165

For more information, contact Ms. E. Nash

A Math Team is a group of students who study or compete together in mathematics competitions. A few of the more popular contests in which math teams complete at the North Suburban Math League (NSML), American Mathematics Competitions (AMC), and West Suburban Math League. We have five online competitions with various northern Illinois suburban school Districts, a conference meet and a state competition. Students will take the American Mathematics Competition and beyond. Students will also build friendships and learn about mathematics outside the classroom.

Tuesdays, 3:20 PM - Freshmen/Sophomores in Room 2377, Juniors in Room 2393 and Seniors in Room 3387

For more information, contact Ms. Hardin, Mr. Kostal, Ms Clark, Mr Wiesman or Ms. Mondragon

Mock Trial was designed to give students a hands-on courtroom experience. Students serve as lawyers and witnesses, competing against other schools’ teams in trial competitions. Mock Trial is great for those interested in law, argument, theatre, and debate. The Mock Trial team represents the high school at the Illinois State Bar Association’s Mock Trial tournament in Springfield each spring.

Joint the Google Classroom:75hte2z

For more information contact Ms Stearns.

In Robotics Club, students work in teams to design, build, and code a VEX robot in preparation for competition. Varsity teams participate in multiple VEX Robotics competitions throughout the school year on weekends.  This club is open to all students, regardless of previous robotics experience

Begins Sept 4

Wednesdays & Thursdays, 3:20 PM in Room 1297

Join the Google Classroom: bpxrqmq

For more information, contact Ms. Kaiser or Mr Romeo

Scholastic Bowl is an activity where teams from different schools compete by answering questions based upon different subject areas as math, science, literature, religion, mythology, philosophy, economics, history, music, arts and current events. Matches are run by having team members to answer points and collaborate on more in-depth questions regarding similar subjects.

Thursdays, 3:15 PM  Room 3359

For more information contact Mr Schwartz

Science Olympiad is an interscholastic competitive team. We compete in 23 events in all areas of science: life science, physical science, engineering, and science practices. Students work in pairs and small groups to study for test events, practice for lab events, and test contraptions for build events. We welcome students from any year who enjoy science and are interested in learning new science, building and testing contraptions, and being part of a really fun team!

Begins 9/10

Mondays & Wednesdays, 3:20 PM in Room 2199

Join the Google Classroom: ltdrkyu

Instagram: oprfsciolympiad

For more information, contact Ms. Kralik or Ms Silva

The SPCC is an open club that plays with Shakespeare in performance. No experience or confidence with Shakespeare or acting needed! Come because you want to play, to build confidence, to prep an audition piece or just to work with interesting people and texts. The club also sponsors members or a team in each of the following: Chicago Shakespeare Theater’s Teen Slam, English Speaking Union’s Monologue Competition, among other events.

Wednesday Mornings, in Room 4266

Join the Google Classroom: zg5fj5w

For more information, contact Mr. Bell

Speech Team individually coach and then compete in speech and theatre activities. Speech team includes 15 individual events divided into four “group” areas: acting events, interpretation events, public speaking events, and limited prep events. Competitions are generally on Saturdays.

Daily, 3:30 PM in Room 3140

Join the Google Classroom: xwirjib

Instagram: oprfspeechteam

For more information, contact Ms. Cheney or Mr Johnston

Do you love hanging out with awesome people while being outside and having fun,? Then this is the group for you! We welcome all skill levels to join us throughout the school year. Hope to see you on the field!

Begins Aug 25

Join the Google Classroom: aj2vcuc

Instagram: oprfultimate

For more information, contact Ms. Doherty

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Please read the Daily Bulletin, use the 5 STAR Student App or join our Google Classroom to be up to date on current sign ups and events. 

Join the Google Classroom: whimcoj

For more information, contact Mr. Geovanes

Besa Saka is a community of young men committed to responsibility, achievement, leadership, and service.

Every other Monday, 3:15 PM in Room 3185

Join the Google Classroom: qb37zjq

For more information, contact Mr. Williams

The mission of Best Buddies is to enhance the lives of people with intellectual disabilities by providing opportunities for one-to-one friendships. OPRF has a very active high school chapter of the international organization providing organized field trips, parties and events that allow friendships to flourish. The chapter has fun in and out of school.

Begins Aug 28

Every other Thursday, 7:20 AM in the South Cafe

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Instagram: oprf_best_buddies

For more information, contact  Mr. Singletary, Ms Reedy or Mr Scherer-Emunds

B.L.U. (BLACK LEADERS UNION) is a student led group that comes together through a variety of activities (cultural and social). BLU provides ongoing positive peer reinforcement for academic achievement, excellence, and school participation allowing students to maximize their full potential.

Mondays, 3:30 PM 

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For more information, contact Ms Jiles or Ms Tichina Gardner

F.R.E.E. is a mentor group for young women. Topics we will be covering this year is mindfulness, self-care, and communication. The group also creates vision boards & plans for upcoming short-term & long-term goals. 

For more information please contact Ms Buchanan

Freshman Class Council is a club for all freshmen at OPRF (Class of 2028). It is a leadership, spirit and service club. We work to build skills to create our leaders of tomorrow. Many of these students are in leadership positions in other clubs, activities and athletics as upperclassmen. We fully participate in all the spirit activities at the High School and run several community service events throughout the year. Most notably is our Spring Food Drive to support our local food pantry. Last year we raised over $10,000!

Begins Aug 26

Tuesdays, 7:20 AM in Room 2105

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Instagram: oprfhsfcc

For more information, contact Ms. Bayer

HYPE is a peer educator program where students model a healthy lifestyle and teach other students how to enjoy wellness. HYPE leads interactive class workshops and fun school wide activities and events to promote wellness. HYPE topics include developing healthy habits, the effects of substance use, healthy stress management, and how to help a friend. Students can volunteer to help with HYPE activities and events throughout the year. Students can also apply in the spring to be peer educators in HYPE next school year.

Fridays, 7:15 AM in Room 3160

For more information, contact Ms. Bencola

Model UN is an awareness club focused on both national and international causes. Our goal is to have at least one major fundraiser each quarter. Model UN is a student-run club and all are welcomed to attend. 

Mondays,  7:10 AM.  Library Classroom 3315H

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For more information, contact Mr. Mertz

The Huskie Leadership Alliance is a student-led organization dedicated to building leadership skills through meaningful service projects and partnerships with charitable organizations. Members plan and participate in activities like holiday food drives, fundraising events, and volunteer opportunities, working together to make a lasting impact at OPRFHS and in the wider community. All students passionate about leadership, service, and making a difference are welcome to join!

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For more information, contact Dr. L Williams or Mr Achurra

Pride Club is a space to connect with other students who identify as LGBTQ+ and students who identify as allies. We do a spectrum of activities from tie-dying and hanging out to community advocacy/education. We take a lot of direction from our club members about what they would like to do.

Begins 8/27

Google Classroom: vuwj237

Wednesdays, 3:15-4:15 PM in Room 3165

For more information, contact Ms Bencola or Ms Zeidman

Student Council is a club for anyone and everyone. We talk about school wide issues, events and ways to make the year exciting for all students. Our big events during the school year are Homecoming, Tradition of Excellence and Charity Month. Join Student Council and be a part of an amazing club looking to make a difference in our school.

Wednesdays, 6:00 PM in the North Cafe

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Instagram: oprfstuco

For more information, contact Ms. DePasquale or Ms. Cermak

WIL stands for Women in Leadership! We are a club that aims to unite the community while developing leadership skills and empowering female identifying students. We do many different activities! In our meetings, we listen to guest speakers, have group discussions and play games related to the theme of each month. We develop leadership skills and volunteer in the community. We put on an annual “Women in STEM Day” as well as a community wide period product drive! We also promote Teal Ribbon Week.

Begins Aug 28

Thursdays, 7:15 AM  Room 3301

Google Classroom: uuj3fma

Instagram: oprf.wil

For more information contact Ms Gunn or Ms Calcuttawala

The Huskie Athletic Council is for all athletes and supporters of Huskie Athletics. Any person who has lettered in a sport is encouraged and welcome to join. The Huskie Athletic Council has the job of promoting spirit in athletics and running community service projects for athletes and teams. Every athlete is encouraged to join in and help the school and community.

Mondays, 7:20 AM in Room 3309

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Instagram: oprfathleticcouncil

For more information, contact Mr. Coughlin or Mr. Terretta

Join Enviro Club! We will tackle topics such as food sustainability, nature conversations, clean energy, climate change, and the green economy. At our meetings, expect to be joined by environmental experts, write grants and plan fundraisers for green causes, discuss current enviro legislation, get the inside scoop on science volunteer/internship opportunities, and hone your leadership skills leading advocacy projects.

Begins Aug 20

Wednesdays, 3:20 PM in Room 2260

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Instagram: oprfhs_enviro

For more information, contact Ms. Wong

The Huskie Helpers is a group of dedicated students that volunteer at local nonprofit organizations. They began their volunteer work at Hephzibah and other agencies in the area to help children.

Every Other Monday, 7:15 AM in Room 3361

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For more information, contact Ms Smithson or Ms Del Fiacco

Huskies for Hope, which has merged with SAFE (Students Advocating for Equity) is a group of students who seek out ways to create a stronger community in and around OPRF while building bridges with the Austin neighborhood. They started their work with BUILD Chicago and have done fundraising walks/runs, clothing drives, Earth Day Clean-ups, and work with those new to our area from other countries to welcome them and assist families as they settle into our community.

Begins Aug 26

Tuesday, 7:30 a.m. in SRC Classroom 2317 

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For more information, contact Ms. O’Keefe or Mr. Lesniak

All are welcome to make cards for hospitalized children in need of some extra love!

3rd Thursday of the month at 7:20 AM in the Makerspace. Check the Daily Bulletin as this group meets every other week.

Begins Aug 28

Instagram: oprflettersoflove

For more information contact Ms Howell

Do you love to read and want to share that passion with younger students? Then join us as we work with OPPL and budding readers! 

Students in Service is a club that focuses on work in our community. We also raise money to support Sarah’s Inn!

Mondays, 3:15 PM in Room 4353

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For more information, contact Mr. Dorame

OPRF’s largest service club. We have weekly meetings to learn about volunteer and fundraising opportunities for local organizations like Misericordia, Lions Club, Sarah’s Inn, Opportunity Knocks, The Oak Park Conservatory, New Moms, OP Animal Care League, Oak Park & River Forest Park District and others!

Fridays, 7:15 AM 

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Instagram: oprftaugamma

For more information, contact Ms. Nelson or Ms. Stow

Drama Club is for all things theatre. We welcome students who like to work on stage, backstage, or just want to know more. Activities may include play reading, virtual field trips, advertising productions, Oscar award parties, Halloween celebrations, bigs and littles mentoring program, theatre trivia, college conversations and much more! This is a great way to get to know kids involved in OPRF Theatre.

Begins Aug 22

Fridays, 7:20 AM in Room 2105

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Instagram: oprfhstheatre

For more information, contact Ms. Bayer

OPRF main stage productions are housed in our Little Theatre. We offer four (4) separate productions per year with auditions in September, October, December and March. No experience necessary to audition.

Monday-Friday, 3:20 PM in the Green Room

For more information, contact Ms. Bayer

Auditions for the winter musical will be held in early/mid December for performances at the end of February/beginning of March. This is our largest production of the year! Students will be acting, singing and dancing. All students interested should keep an eye out for audition information in early November. Come be a part of OPRFHS Theatre!

Auditions in December, Rehearsals daily starting in Jan.-March 

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For more information, contact Ms. Bayer

International Thespian Society Troupe 5405 is an honor society for students involved in all areas of theatre, technical theatre, musical theatre, speech, broadcasting, and dance. Students participate in the annual High School Theatre Festival, One Acts Festival, and various field trips and service activities. The One-Act show is performed in the Spring. Tryouts are required. The performance consists of several One-Acts to entertain and inspire the audience.

Varies

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For more information, contact Ms. Cheney

Stage Crew creates, designs, builds and has fun with all backstage areas. We will also be certifying students in the backstage areas through the USITT. Come join the fun!

Mondays-Thursdays, 3:20 PM in Room 1102

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Instagram: oprfhs_stage_crew

For more information, contact Mr. Scholtens or Mr. Carter

The Studio 200 Student Directing Program is a unique program at OPRF. Each school year, we select four seniors to direct full-length productions. Student directors select their plays (approved by faculty advisors), interview production staff, conduct auditions, present technical ideas to scenic design class, and follow a four-and-a-half week rehearsal process that results in full-length performances.

Varies, After School in Room 2105

Google Classroom: 7xf5rwu

Interested in being part of the theater's make-up crew, then this is the place for you!

Varies by performance

Google Classroom: ychwdrx

For more info contact Ms Cheney

Interested in costuming the performances at OPRF? Join the Costume Crew!

Mondays and Thursdays, 3:30-5:30

Google Classroom: 53fvmcif

For more information, contact Ms Janicki, Ms Loessel or Ms Niemczyk