Believing that exemplary student effort and achievement should be encouraged and rewarded, and seeking to cultivate the ideals of service and leadership in our citizens of tomorrow, the governing body of the National Honorary Beta Club has instituted this organization for the promotion of these ideals and those stated in the Beta Creed, among elementary and secondary school students. The purpose of this organization shall be to promote the ideals of honesty, service, morality, ethical conduct, and leadership among elementary and secondary school students; to reward meritorious academic achievement; and to encourage and assist students in continuing their education after high school.

Yearly Fee: $25 each fall

Beta Club Bylaws

Years: 9,10,11,12
Grade Requirement: overall GPA of 3.6
Sponsors: Dr. Julie Forbess, Mr. Chris Hudson, Mr. Charles Burge

The purpose of the National Honor Society of Arlington High School shall be to create an enthusiasm for scholarship, to stimulate a desire to render service, to promote worthy leadership, and to encourage the development of character in students of Arlington High School.

National Honor Society Induction Process

Eligibility and membership requirements and bylaws.

Grade Levels: 11,12

One Time Joining Fee: $40

Grade Requirement: 96.000 cumulative numerical average (no rounding)

Sponsor: Mrs. Haley Brown

The International Thespian Society is designed for high school students who are in grades 9-12. Founded in 1929, this honorary organization was created for recognizing the outstanding abilities and achievements of theatre student artists and technicians. The Thespian Society was inspired by Thespis, who was the first actor in Greek drama to speak alone on stage. His role in the development of performance set a foundation for the Thespian Society. Students earn the right to be inducted by accumulating points and hours for their work in the performing arts on stage and backstage. The Thespian Society strives to support the students who attain character, service, academic achievement, and artistic ability to bring art education to the school and to the community.

Members are able to participate in performances provided by AHS and the community, service projects, field trips, guest artist opportunities, and other experiences to enhance the education of art in Arlington High School and in the community.

Click here for Constitution and By-Laws.

Induction fee: $35

Yearly fee: $25

Years: 9,10,11,12
Grade Requirement: 3.0 overall GPA
Induction Requirements: 10 points of performance, 10 hours of community service, and completion of the induction ceremony.
Sponsor: Cynthia Wieland

Mu Alpha Theta is an organization whose purpose is to stimulate interest in mathematics by providing public recognition of superior mathematical scholarship and by promoting various mathematical activities. It is co-sponsored by the Mathematical Association of America, the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, the Society for Industrial and Applied Mathematics, and the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges. There are over 1500 chapter in the United States and foreign countries.

Eligibility and membership requirements and bylaws

Fee: One time joining $25

Years: 11,12
Grade Requirement: maintained a 93 average in all math classes
Sponsors: Mrs. Jennifer Luttrell and Mrs.Gail Rooks

National Art Honor Society

The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) is designed specifically for high school students in grades 10-12. In 1978, the National Art Education Association began the National Art Honor Society program to inspire and recognize students who have shown an outstanding ability and interest in art. The NAHS strives to aid members in attaining the highest standards in art scholarship, character, and service, and to bring art education to the attention of the school and community. Opportunities for national recognition, scholarships, and connectivity to 46,000+ outstanding art students are available to members of NAHS/NJAHS.

Members will participate in a number of service projects and experience art firsthand through school field trips to art galleries, open studio time, guest artist visits and by helping produce the Arlington High School Annual Art Show and Competition.

Click here for a complete list of eligibility and membership requirements and bylaws.

Grades:10,11,12

Yearly Fee: $15
Grade Requirement: maintain an A average in all art classes
Sponsor: Mrs. Melanie Anderson 

The National English Honor Society was conceived on March 25th, 2004 by Sigma Tau Delta, the International English Honor Society, as an outreach to high school students who have experienced the power of literature, the pleasures of good writing, and the excitement of language studies. Membership into this society is to be considered an honor bestowed on students selected for their accomplishments in the field of English, including such areas as literary analysis, media studies, composition, linguistic study, and creative writing. NEHS provides recognition for past achievement, nurturing of present interests, and encouragement for future success.

Click here for a complete description and list of eligibility and membership requirements.

Grades:11,12

One Time Joining Fee: $35
Grade Requirement: overall GPA of at least 3.0; minimum average of 93 in Honors or AP English
Sponsor: Jennifer Jones

The Science National Honor Society was organized in 2000 with the following objectives:  

• To encourage and recognize scientific and intellectual thought  
• To advance students’ knowledge of classical and modern science 
• To communicate with the scientific community  
• To aid the civic community with its comprehension of science 
• To encourage students to participate in community service and in turn, encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all of man kind. 

The motto inscribed in Latin on the Science NHS shield translates: “Fortunate is one who understands the causes of things.”  

The goal of the society is to build a science niche that offers talented students awards for achievement, encourage them to pursue the study of science, engineering, and mathematics in college, and provide them with new, innovative, and unique programs to enhance their skills. It also aids in understanding the importance of integrity, creativity, and leadership in the modern world of scientific research, business, and academia. 

Upper level science teachers nominate students.  A complete list of admission requirements can be found by clicking here.   

Grades:  11,12  

One Time Joining Fee: $25

Grade Requirement:  Must have completed Honors Biology or Honors Chemistry and have an A average across all science classes. 

Membership: Nomination process by upper level science teachers 

Sponsors: Mrs. Shelley Pike 

The National Speech and Debate Association is the Honor society for Speech. Membership is based on points earned at competition and advanced degrees can be achieved through continued competition. They may also receive points toward their advanced degrees for public speaking outside of competition and public service projects.

Students are expected to adhere to the National Code of Honor, which can be viewed at this link.

Grades:9,10,11,12

One Time Joining Fee: $20
Grade Requirement: overall average of C
Sponsor: Ms. Amy Webb 

The National Technical Honor Society (NTHS) is designed specifically for high school students in grades 9 - 12. NTHS currently serves approximately 100,000 active members and nearly a million members since its inception in 1984. Awarding over $1.7 million in scholarships to date, NTHS honors the achievements of top CTE students, provides scholarships to encourage the pursuit of higher education, and cultivates excellence in today's highly competitive, skilled workforce. For over 30 years, NTHS has been the acknowledged leader in the recognition of outstanding student achievement in career and technical education.

NTHS requires a minimum overall GPA of 3.0 and the nominee must be enrolled in a CTE (career and technical) education program. In addition to NTHS requirements, additional suggested criteria include credit hours completed, attendance, instructor nominations, disciplinary records, and CTSO (Career & Technical Student Organization) membership.


Click here for a complete list of eligibility and membership requirements and here to view a copy of the bylaws.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

One Time Joining Fee: $50
Grade Requirement: maintain minimum overall GPA 3.0
Sponsors: Tijuana Perry, Clymesa Applewhite

Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Writers and Journalists encourages and recognizes individual student achievement in journalism and scholastic publication.

One Time Joining Fee: $40

Sponsors: Jade Schlich, Patrick Ashbee

The Isabel Allende Chapter of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica at Arlington High School is an honor society for those students excelling in Spanish. There are service-oriented projects done by the group and also as individuals.

Click here for a complete list of eligibility and membership requirements.

Grades: 11,12

One Time Joining Fee: $30
Grade Requirement: maintain an A average in all Spanish classes
Sponsor: Mrs. Kelly Robinson

The purpose of the Société Honoraire de Français is to foster and encourage the study of the French language and culture. Qualifications for enrollment is first by teacher invitation only. French Honor Society members participate in tutoring French to AHS students and are given the opportunity to experience leadership in serving as officers and directing the initiation ceremony.
Click here for a complete list of eligibility and membership requirements, the constitution and bylaws.

Grades: 10,11,12

One Time Joining Fee: $25
Grade Requirement: maintain an A average in French classes; 3.0 GPA in all other classes
Sponsor: Stephanie Altman
 

Tri-M Music Honor Society

Tri-M Music Honor Society, is a high school music honor society and is a program of the National Association for Music Education. It is designed to recognize students for their academic and musical achievements and to provide leadership and service opportunities to young musicians. Each school has its own chapter, which is run by the students but supervised by an advisor or sponsor, usually a school teacher. There are approximately 6200 participating chapters in several countries.

Click here for a complete list of membership requirements and dismissal Criteria and here for guidelines.

Grades: 10,11,12

Yearly Fee: $5
Grade Requirement: maintain an B average in all classes
Sponsor: Mr. Timothy Simpson

Students have all achieved a 30 or higher composite score on their ACT.

Fee: $0

Sponsors: Lea Chisum

Cornhole is open to students of any age and any skill level. It is created for high school studnets who want to compete recreationally, socially, or competitively in qualifier events. Participants can earn a spot on the ACL National High School Cornhole Championship Team and compete to win thousands of dollars in scholarships.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Sponsor: Casey Sandlin-Rogers

Yearly Fee: $40

Student Mental Health Advisory Council

This council aims to address the mental health stigma that exists within the school and the local community. This group of students is comprised of individuals who are passionate about wellness and advocating for mental health. This is an excellent leadership opportunity for students who are passionate about creating a culture of support for students with mental health-related issues. These students will work with the ACS Social and Transition Specialist to spread awareness about mental health issues affecting students, reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues, and create a welcoming and accepting school environment.

Grades: 9, 10, 11, 12

Optional: $15 for t-shirt

Sponsor: Ja'Neair Johnson, Kelsey Fearnley

Advocates for Human Rights aims to create a safe space to have the discussions that matter. A4HR want to work for the protection of all human rights for all people; to help empower people to realize their rights; and to assist those responsible for upholding such rights in ensuring that they are implemented.

Sponsor: Jennifer Jones

Fee: $0

Provides service to AHS and the Arlington Community by serving as official hosts and goodwill ambassadors.

Yearly Fee: $15

Sponsor: Tijuana Perry

AHS Fashion Club is for students who are interested in wearing fashion, creating fashion/costumes, majoring in fashion and/or costume design in college. AHS Fashion Club collaborates with the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising to develop activities and projects that support student creativity and leadership.

Sponsor: 

Yearly Fee: $25

AHS Gay/Straight Alliance is an organization that seeks to promote a safe and positive environment for all students at Arlington High School.  The group focuses on issues impacting the LGBTQI community but is open to all students.  

Sponsors: 

Jeffrey Chipman

Joel Wilhite

Cynthia Wieland

Carroll McTyre

Fee: $0

The AHS Knowledge Bowl is an academic competition team.

Sponsor: Joel Wilhite

Fee: $0

Students debate and resolve issues as the UN does.

Sponsor: Mark McDonald

Fee: Varies student to student depending on level of participation

A student-centered club open to membership by any student on campus who is in good standing.  The club fosters activities that promote and celebrate cultural diffusion at AHS and the Arlington Community.   

Sponsors: 

Jennifer Jones

Co-Sponsors:

Saralyn Archibald

Marsha Bradley

Rebecca Sanders

Stephanie Altman

Fee: Tshirt cost, not to exceed $20

The Muslim Student Association is an organization that strives to serve the Muslim students here at Arlington High School by promoting humanitarianism, equality, equity, and opportunities for non-Muslims to learn about Islam and Muslim culture.

Sponsor: Joel Wilhite

Fee: $0

The AHS Student Ministry is about loving and serving others.

Sponsor: Carmen Robinson

Fee: $0

The mission of the club is to enrich the community through service projects and political involvement. We strive for excellence and to set a standard for outstanding citizenship through acts of kindness, fighting for equality, and encouraging efforts to preserve the environment. We also aim to educate our members about the American political system and how to get involved in order to bring about a better future for our nation. 

Sponsors: Joel Wilhite & Haley Brown

Fee: $0

The Arlington High Young Republicans exists to promote and support Conservative values through community service, selfless integrity, and high moral standards.

Sponsors:

Charles Burge

Julie Forbess

Fee: $0

The Student Council Association works closely with administration to help the students have a voice as well as increase student involvement across all activities. 

Sponsor: Sarah Kelley

Yearly Fee: $20

The Art Club is a group of students working on specific projects to focus on creating portfolio worthy art work.

Sponsors: Leanne Wilson

Fee: $0

Team will read a selected 8 book list and prepare for knowledge competition with other local high schools.

Sponsor: Amy Balducci & Nicole Hensley

Yearly Fee: $15

A program that promotes friendships between students with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their typical peers. 

Sponsors:

Dorothy Mize

Brandon Davidson

Yearly Fee: $15

The AHS BlueCrew is THE student section for Arlington High School Athletics.  We provide the hype atmosphere that has become the envy of all other high schools.  No membership required.  If you’re fam, you’re a member!  Just STAND UP and CHEER!!  

Sponsor: Haley Wilson & Melissa Jenkins

Fee: $0

Community leadership and diversity program which has a recruitment/application process in January -March of each school year.

Sponsors:

Rhonda Pike

Melissa Owen

Fee: the week-long summer programs cost between $150-$550 (sliding scale) depending on family income; scholarships are available

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entreprenurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Sponsor: Tijuana Perry, Laurinda Lamb, Amy Webb, Adam Sykes

Yearly Fee: $35

Assist baseball booster club parents in selling tickets, concessions, and apparel at all AHS games.

Sponsors: 

Michelle Sluder

Yearly Fee: $75

The purpose of the Environmental Club is to promote sustainability and to give back to the school and local community with beautification/clean-up projects. As a club, students will complete one small project each quarter and one major, year-long project each school year to improve the campus or a local natural area.

Sponsors: 

Haley Brown

Fee: $0

Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America members have been making a difference in their families, careers, and communities by addressing important personal, work, and societal issues.

Sponsor: Melissa Humphries

Yearly Fee: $30

Christian environment for athletes to worship and fellowship

Sponsor: Casey Nelson

Fee: $0

The Film Appreciation Society aims to connect students who share a love and devotion to movies. This club is dedicated to the study of film as an art form, entertainment force, and cultural influencer. During meetings, we will screen short films, discuss current film culture, review Memphis-area film events, and learn a bit of history. Whether you’re a movie addict or just an enthusiast, this club is for you! Every meeting will have popcorn (fresh out the popper!), drinks, and other snacks. This club meets during STRIPES.

Sponsor: Patrick Ashbee

Yearly Fee: $20

T-shirt: $15

The Film Committee serves as an advisory board to the Film Appreciation Society. Committee spots are chosen through elections held by FAS members. Responsibilities of the Film Committee include planning, organizing, and running FAS meetings, working after school on club fundraisers, participating in our community outreach efforts, and more. Film Committee members must be highly dedicated to FAS efforts, lead club members with positivity and enthusiasm, and, finally, have a love of film!

Sponsor: Patrick Ashbee

Fee: $0

Explores the cultures of French-speaking countries (Enrollment in French class required) 

Sponsor: Stephanie Altman

Yearly Fee: $25

Gaming Club meets on Mondays from 2-3pm. Students play school-approved video games (such as Super Smash Bros.) and various tabletop and card-based games.

Attendance is strictly voluntary

Fee: $0

Sponsor: Andrew Ward

Girls for Christ is a small group open to all girls, Christian and non-Christian alike. Our goal for the club is that it becomes a place where Christians can grow in their faith and non-Christians can learn the wonderfulness of the Gospel. Students will meet weekly to discuss worldly topics while being ministered on how to use the Bible to help navigate through today's tough challenges.

Sponsor: Rebecca Sanders

Fee: $0

Group of Graphic Design students who create printed materials for fun and community support.

Sponsor: Leanne Wilson

Fee: $0 Students have to supply their own substrates 

“HAAPI,” an acronym for “Home for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.”  This will serve as Arlington High School’s AAPI specific alliance. 

Sponsor: Courtney McNatt

Fee: $0

A global student-led organization, whose mission is to promote career opportunities in the health industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people. Students must be in a health science class.

Sponsors: 

Kaitlyn Scherffius, Heather Trim

Yearly Fee: $30

Interact Club works in connection with Memphis Rotary Club. Our focus is "Service Above Self." We design and execute project that serve and better our School and Community and promote International Understanding. 

Sponsor: Shaley Chansuolme

Fee: $0

Promote enthusiasm for studying Latin. Must be a current or former student of Latin.

Sponsor: Christopher Wheat

Yearly fee: $10

National student organization that is the high school chapter of Kiwanis Club

Sponsor: Melissa Jenkins

One Time Joining Fee: $23

The goal of this club is to provide a supportive community for students who have active or retired parents in the military or those considering a military career. The club aims to promote awareness of military-related events and programs within the school, such as Veterans Day and 9-11 Day.

Sponsor: John Block

Fee: $0

Our club offers coaching for students interested in performing poems out loud and for the possibility of winning $20,000 from the national contest.   AHS had the National Champion in the past as well as many finalists- we look forward to coaching the next Champion this year!

Poetry Out Loud is a national arts education program that encourages the study of great poetry by offering free educational materials and a dynamic recitation competition for high school students across the country. This program helps students master public speaking skills, build self-confidence, and learn about literary history and contemporary life. Poetry Out Loud is a partnership of the National Endowment for the Arts, Poetry Foundation, and the state and jurisdictional arts agencies.

Sponsors: Saralyn Archibald & Carmen Robinson

Yearly Fee: $10

A non-profit organization made up of 16-18 year-old students who dress up in various princess and prince costumes to virtually visit and lead crafts for children at St. Jude and Target House to bring, happiness, and memories to children with critical illnesses.

Sponsors: 

Emily Land & Tamico Johnson

Yearly Fee: $25

For students interested in roller skating

Sponsors:

Leanne Wilson

Fee: $0

Science Olympiad is a competitive science team that competes in various competitive events with other schools in the southwest Tennessee region. Events are comprised of written tests, lab practical tests, and building structures/devices. Some of the tasks involve a cryptography cipher, epidemiology, geology, forensic science, a small-scale rocket and parachute system, constructing a musical instrument, water chemistry practical, and correctly writing and executing a procedure.

Fee: $0

Sponsor: Andrew Ward

SCC (Senior Communication Council) are representatives from the Senior English classes that serve as liaisons for their class members.

Sponsors: Lea Chisum, T'Ann Dixon

Fee: $0

SkillsUSA is a national student organization serving high school, college and middle school students preparing them for careers in trade, technical and skilled service occupations, including, but not limited to coding and criminal justice.  SkillsUSA’s mission is to help its members become responsible, world-class, well-rounded workers, by ensuring they are employable both academically and technically.

Sponsors:

Clymesa Applewhite

Devon Coburn

Yearly Fee: $30

Hispanic culture and/or Spanish language (Enrollment in Spanish class required)

Sponsors: 

Erin Weekley

Yearly Fee: $15

Competitions in speaking, acting and debate at TN HS.

Sponsor: 

Amy Webb

Fee: $175

The Stitching Club will explore traditional embroidery and fiber techniques with a goal of incorporating fiber elements into our artwork.

Sponsor: Carrol McTyre

Fee: $0

Group members collaborate to increase student and teacher productivity with the technology in our school.

Sponsor: Crystal Uhiren, Lerex Ly

Fee: $0

The Technology Student Association (TSA) is a national organization of students engaged in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Open to students enrolled in or who have completed technology education courses.

Sponsors: 

Casey Sandlin-Rogers

Dr. Carl Stephen

Yearly Fee: $40

Memphis/Shelby County Juvenile Court Youth Court is a  juvenile delinquency diversion and peer- justice program that "uses restorative justice principles, dedicated to rehabilitating first-time nonviolent offenders--holding them accountable for their behaviors and educating them about citizenship.  The student volunteers are trained to prosecute, defend and to serve as bailiffs and jurors in “real” sentencing hearings of juvenile offenders."  AHS student YC members meet monthly to discuss issues as it relates to juveniles and their experiences with the courts.

Sponsor: Clymesa Applewhite

Fee: $0