Organizations & Clubs

The Drama International Thespian Society is an honors society for high school thespians that allows students to compete, network, and hone their skills in theater. Throughout the year, students will compete in categories such as acting, musical theatre singing, pantomime, costume design, make-up, stage management, set design, and more at Districts, with the opportunity to advance to States. Students can also get involved in the Fall Musical and Spring play by participating as a cast or crew member.
Moderator: Kristine Deabenderfer

The French National Honor Society is an organization that promotes scholarship and the study of the French language. High school students who study French 2 and above may apply to become a member of the French National Honor Society. As a chapter, members organize events and activities for fellow Chiefs in order to promote the French language and culture within the school community. Students must meet specific requirements for French National Honor Society membership.

Moderator: Ms. Esther Lambert

The Latin Honor Society is an organization that promotes study of the Latin language and its culture. High School students who study Latin 2 and above may apply to become a member of the Latin Honor Society. As a Chapter, members organize events and activities for fellow Chiefs in order to promote the Latin language, its vast culture and history within the school  community. Members can attend the Latin Forum and represent our school.

Students must meet specific requirements for the Latin Honor Society membership.

Moderator: Ms. Esther Lambert

Mu Alpha Theta is a national mathematics honors society. The purpose of the club is to promote scholarship in, and enjoyment and understanding of, mathematics among high school students. Mu Alpha Theta members are required to participate in service, tutoring and mathematics competitions.
Moderator: Mr. Reid Sinclair

The National Athletic Honor Society (NAHS) is an organization that recognizes, supports, and rewards high school student-athletes who achieve excellence in the classroom and on the field of play. We encourage and promote good citizenship, sportsmanship, competition, moral character, and friendship among outstanding academic and athletic achievers in high school. Cardinal Gibbons National Athletic Honor Society provides plenty of community service opportunities for our members to participate in.
Moderator: Ms. Macy Huskey

The National English Honor Society (NEHS) at Cardinal Gibbons High School recognizes students who demonstrate excellence in English and strong overall academic achievement. Membership is by invitation through the school’s chapter and is an honor granted to students who have experienced the power of literature, the pleasure of writing, and the excitement of media studies.

To be eligible, students must be in 11th or 12th grade, maintain a semester average of an A in all English courses beginning freshman year (with one semester of a B permitted), and hold a minimum overall and English GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale. Membership also requires submission of grades and payment of enrollment fees.

Members must maintain at least a 4.0 GPA in English, attend meetings with no more than three absences per year, and participate in two service projects per semester at Cardinal Gibbons.

Moderator: Mrs. Katherine Peugh

The Ambassador Program provides students with opportunities to serve as school leaders by welcoming prospective students and families, providing campus tours, and assisting the Admissions Department with Open Houses and special events. Ambassadors proudly represent Cardinal Gibbons while sharing their school spirit and experience with others.

Moderator: Mrs. Kelsey McKeown

The American Red Cross Club provides students with opportunities to support the mission of the American Red Cross through service, education, and community outreach. Members promote preparedness, health and safety, and humanitarian service while making a positive impact in the community.

Moderator:  Ms. Jenna Johns

For more than 100 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters has operated under the belief that inherent in every child is the ability to succeed and thrive in life. As the nation’s largest donor and volunteer supported mentoring network, Big Brothers Big Sisters makes meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages six through 18, in communities across the country. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.
Moderator: Ms. Kerry Kenwright

Campus Ministry Club is a way for students to become actively involved in “Living Our Faith.” The club encourages students to participate in their faith as retreat leaders (juniors and seniors), Ministers of the Eucharist (seniors), altar servers, lectors, technology for masses, and various service projects.  We foster a community built on a combination of faith and fun.
Moderators:
Dr. Karen Stalnaker
Sister Bethany Miller

Cappies is a student theater program that celebrates high school performing arts. Students participate as critics, attend productions at other schools, write reviews, and recognize outstanding achievements in high school theater.
Moderator: Kristine Debeanderfer

The Career Club present students with information and opportunities to discover and explore various careers of interest.  Exposure to specific careers is provided through monthly meetings with guest speakers, hands on experiences, and opportunities to volunteer. Learning about various careers provide students with crucial information for sparking an interest and deciding upon a  possible career path. The club is tailored to meet the needs and interests of its members.
Moderator: Dr. Nelson Araque

The Careers in Sports Club provides CGHS students with equitable access to resources and best practices in the sports industry, preparing them for future educational and career opportunities within the business of sports.
Moderator: Mrs. Melinda Green

DECA is a nationally recognized organization for emerging leaders and entrepreneurs, focusing on careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management by utilizing innovative learning techniques such as simulations, project-based activities, and competitions. The Cardinal Gibbons Chapter highlights a commitment to service, faith, and fellowship through business and entrepreneurship.

Our mission: “Preparing emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management through innovation, integrity, and teamwork.”

Moderator: Ms. Taylor Gilhauley

The Earth’s Guardians club's mission focuses on addressing, promoting, and expanding students’ biological knowledge, as well as their environmental and marine conservation efforts and concerns. Students will meet at least once a month after school to discuss and plan activities and events that will directly help guard and protect the wonderful world in which we live, now and for future generations to love and enjoy.

Moderator: Dr. Terri Schmidt

Moderator: Dr. Louy

Habitat for Humanity is a Christian nonprofit organization which helps families build and improve places to call home. They believe in building strength, stability, and self-reliance through affordable housing. Our mission as a club is to educate on the importance of affordable housing and understand the needs of others through a direct volunteer experience at worksites and Habitat housing communities.

Moderator: Mrs. Mindy Martin

Together, we offer leadership, development and fellowship with our classmates through serving our school and community.

Moderator: Mrs. Karen Limperis

Moderator: Ms. Phoebe Neff & Mr. Jack Limperis

Key Club International is the oldest and largest community service program for high school students.  Cardinal Gibbons High School Key Club is one of the largest service clubs in the school and third largest in the State of Florida.  It is a student-led organization which teaches leadership skills through service to others.

Moderator: Mr. Tyler Ziontz