
Clubs around campus offer something for every Wildkat

UIL Academics is a great way to prepare yourself for college and beyond. Competitions range from mathematics to debate to feature writing. Teams are already practicing for competitions. Want to know about UIL? Contact [email protected].
“UIL is a good chance to enhance my writing skills while getting to hang out with my friends.”
Sam Favela, 12

Interact is a service club and their main goal is to make the world a better place. The club meets once a month in room C117. Want to know more about Interact? Join the remind. the code is @intkats24.
“Interact will help make the world a better place. It will also allow you to gain community service hours for other clubs and membership will add to your college applications.”
Ella McDonald, 12

The Wildkat Band has been a tradition at Willis High School for generations. Since the 1950s, the band has been the heartbeat of Wildkat spirit. WIth a history of marching and concert Sweepstakes, the members of the band are hard-working and talented. Need more info about band? Contact Mr. Dittfurth at [email protected]

Wildkat yearbook documents the history of Willis High School. Members of the yearbook staff write stories, take photos and conduct surveys throughout the year. To be a member of the yearbook staff, a student must first take journalism class. To buy this year’s book, go to yearbooksforever.com. Back copies of yearbooks are also available. For more info about yearbook contact [email protected].

FFA is about more than showing animals, but many members do show during the year. The FFA is led by a strong leadership team. Members travel all over the state representing Willis FFA at major shows, conventions, contest and leadership opportunities. Need more info on FFA, contact [email protected], [email protected] or [email protected].

Go to wildkats.org to check out the work of the newspaper staff. The newspaper is known state-wide for scholastic journalism excellence. The members of the newspaper staff strive to tell the stories of all Wildkats. Want to be part of the newspaper staff or have great story ideas? Contact [email protected].

According to the National Honor Society website, “The National Honor Society empowers and equips your students with the knowledge and skills to be transformative leaders in your school, community, and beyond.” The local chapter sends invitations to students who qualify to apply for membership. AN induction is held annually for new members. If you need more info contact the club sponsor Heather Lebow at [email protected]

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for marketing, management, finance, and hospitality careers. DECA allows students to get some business experience under their belt before they go into the real world. Want more info on DECA. Send an email to the sponsors. [email protected] or [email protected]
“I do DECA because it improves my business skills, and it gives me a community of people who are dedicated to improving themselves.”
Zoe Mendes, 11

Mu Alpha Theta, is an organization whose main goal is to promote mathematics and honor students who excel in math. Each year the club partners with NHS to have a joint induction. If you love math and want to be part of this organization contact [email protected].

FCA allows Christian students to find a community that has similar motivations. A shared love of Jesus provides students with a sense of connection. Students do not have to be athletes to join this organization that meets Friday mornings in Coach Parrott’s room, A114.

German Club is for students who are taking German or have studied the language in the past. If you are interested in German Club stop by to see Frau Parrout in A114.

HOSA or Health Occupations Students of America is comprised of students who plan on being in the medical field one day. One of their biggest events each year is the two blood drives they host to save lives. The club meets every other Thursday in C110 or the CTE LGI.
“For the last nine years, HOSA has hosted blood drives in order to serve our community. We started it because it saves three lives per donation and it makes a great impact in our communities. We hope to continue hosting blood drives year after year because of all the good it does. It’s well worth the effort.”
Katrina King, sponsor

Pickleball is the fasting growing sport in the US for the last three years. The Willis High School Pickleball Club saw this new popularity and wanted to give students a chance to experience the game. Students can stop by C112 to get a parent permission form that must be signed and an informational handout or they can email [email protected].
“I was super excited to see that we had a pickleball club. Me and my friends have been trying to find people for our neighborhood court and now we can maybe get some tournaments going.” Nadia Rice, 11

PitKru is the perfect group for Wildkats who want to get loud and cheer on the football team. The club is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors. Before painting up and heading to the game, students need to stop by A123 and talk to club sponsor Mr. Slovak.
“PitKru represents us bringing the culture to football. Involving our students in a community based thing, helps to bring students out. It has the opportunity to help them indulge in the culture of our school all while getting involved.”
Nadia Jenkins, 12

The Spanish Club is for students who are taking Spanish or have studied the language in the past. If you are interested in Spanish Club go see Mrs. Wilson in A120.

For students who have excelled in the study of Spanish. The club gives back to the community in many ways including reading to elementary students.

This year marks an exciting new chapter for the student council, as they welcome a new sponsor, Chelsea Franklin. With her fresh perspective and energetic approach, the Student Council is sure to achieve great things and continue being a powerful voice for the Wildkats. The meet the second Wednesday of each month in the cafeteria or B113. Students wanting to join needs to contact [email protected].
“I am a part of the student council to excel at my leadership abilities, help our community,and to participate in helping to make our school a better place not just for students but also teachers.”
Mia McGowen, 11

The Texas Association of Future Educators or TAFE (pronounced “taffy”) is student organization created to allow young men and women an opportunity to explore the teaching profession. TAFE encourages students to learn about careers in education and assists them in exploring the teaching profession while promoting character, service and leadership skills necessary for becoming effective educators. The TAFE club is new this year at WHS. Want info about joining? contact [email protected].

Love to play games? The Trading Card and Tabletop Games club is perfect for you. Each week students meet in Mr. Orear’s room, B113 after school. Just stop by and see what the club is about.

Cheerleading is about more than what happens on the sidelines on Friday nights. The members of all three cheer squads work hard all year to pump up the spirit of all Wildkats. Tryouts are held in the spring. For information about cheer contact Mrs. Thiel at [email protected].

There are various events and activities that AFJROTC program has to offer as well. There is something for everyone. To join, cadets need to be enrolled in an ROTC class. There are a lot of activities in the club including color guard, rocketry, robotics, drones, marksmanship, Raiders, flight simulators. The cadets also do community service.
“JROTC is like a family, you get to know everyone and spend time with them for the four years your in high school. You learn to rely on everyone, and get to know people of every grade. Unlike with normal classes, you get to bond with your teacher for four years and grow with them. You create a family bond, its really amazing.”
Hunter Trauth, 12

Color guard is a club inside a club. Being part of the band is important to their identity, but color guard is more than just the ones who toss around flags while the band plays on Friday nights. Color guard plays an important part of marching season, but they also have their own competition season called winter guard.

For over 50 years, the Sweethearts Dance Team is committed to promoting excellence inside and outside the classroom, performing with pride, and giving back to the community while also showcasing creative beautiful dances. What the community sees at football games is just a small part of being a Sweetheart. They also have a very demanding competition season.
“My goal is to build better leaders on the team this year. We have nine new freshmen, so creating a strong team foundation this year will be impactful for years to come. I would love for the team to continue dancing as one unit, and we see the benefits of that as we compete for our 12th National Championship this spring.”
Kaylee Trotter, director

In order for students to become student athletic trainers a long process of interviews and opportunities are given to them; in order for them to show their commitment to the program and athletes. Student trainers, once accepted, will be taught from a medical standpoint when it comes to sports injuries and becoming CPR certified once they graduate high school.
“We’re not looking for medical professionals when the students get here. We want kids coming into this program with a big desire to help others, wanting to learn things from a medical standpoint for sports injuries, and a really high work ethic. We’re also looking for kids who have great grades, good attendance, and no disciplinary problems.”
Scott McClatchy, Athletic Trainer
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