student LEADERSHIP & CLUBS
Providence students are on campus every day of the week from sunrise to long after sunset. They support each other, work collaboratively, develop leadership skills, and develop lifelong friendships.
We encourage your child to join in on the fun: Stand up and cheer on our teams. Audition and perform in one of our amazing theater productions. Travel and sing with our talented chorale groups. Fly a drone with our Robotics Club. Compete in our Theme Day or Pioneer Week traditions. Dance the night away at Winter Formal. Discover your passions, show off your spirit, and share your talents, forge new friendships through student life activities, events, and groups on campus.
Student Leadership
Associated
Student Body
The Associated Student Body (ASB) providing an opportunity to develop the student’s social abilities through school-centered activities, ASB advances school spirit and identity, not only in extracurricular events but also within the Burbank Community.
Campus ministry
core team
The Campus Ministry Core Team are 10th, 11th 12th grade student leaders that are integral to Campus Ministry events and activities. They play a role in planning, evaluating, and developing the programs and initiatives of Campus Ministry.
Honor Societies
Providence High School is a home to various honor societies that celebrate and foster academic scholarship and accomplishments.
Eligibility to join dependent on various qualifications.
Affinity Groups
Affinity Groups are groups within Providence High School that advocate for, protect, and/or represent members of our student community or larger global community. Open to all students to join regardless of background or identity. Affinity Groups exist under Providence High School's Equity & Social Justice initiatives.
What is an Affinity Group?
Affinity Groups differ from a typical club as they are reflections of social identities and personal autonomy rather than a hobby or activity. They can also focus on advocacy regarding their identity either within or outside our school community.
Recognized Affinity Groups
Asian American and Pacific Islander Club (AAPI)
Association of Latin American Students (ALAS)
Black Student Union (BSU)
Kehillah
Prism
Providence HYE
Red Whistle Club
Well Aware
Clubs & Organizations List
All clubs are classified into one of three categories: interest and activity or organizations. Student officers and adult moderators operate each club. Club renewal and continuation are based on continued student interest and activities.
Interest & Activity Club
Clubs under this category are interest, activity, or hobby-based. Includes volunteer and service-oriented clubs.
| All Around the World Sharing different cultures that are underrepresented in our school community through food, media, and much more. |
| American Red Cross Club Empowers students to serve their community through volunteer work, disaster preparedness, and leadership development. |
| Amnesty International Students focus on educating the school community about human rights. |
| American Sign Language (ASL) Culture Club Students focus on bringing awareness about the deaf community through history, games, arts, and crafts |
| Anime & Manga Club A club that celebrates Japanese Media, hosts movie nights, engages with other clubs and supports providence extra-curricular via fun theme events. |
| Blackout Brigade Provides students an opportunity to advance their knowledge and skills for technical theatre, including scenery, props, lighting, sounds, costumes, make-up, special effects, and stage management. |
| Book Club Students come together to read and discuss books! |
| Bull & Bear Investment Club An investment club dedicated to learning the fundamentals of investing, managing a mock portfolio, and building long-term financial skills. |
| Cards Club Learn and play classic card games like Blackjack and Texas Hold ’Em while building friendships and sharpening critical thinking in a fun, social setting. |
| Create for Kids Create crafts and artwork for children in hospitals, partnering with local hospitals and supply organizations to bring joy and creativity to young patients. |
| Crochet Club Students share their love for crocheting while teaching others about the craft |
| Cultural Curiosity Discover a new country or culture each week through food, music, games, and hands-on activities. |
| Cut, Color, & Create Explore makeup, hair, nails, and beauty practices in a welcoming space for all skill levels to learn, share tips, and grow together. |
| Dance Club Students work towards doing performances while working on commitment, dance technique and performance skills |
| Dungeons & Dragons The 5th Edition of the first TTRPG (tabletop roleplaying game), Dungeons & Dragons, brings together students of all grade levels to cultivate a camaraderie through storytelling and imaginative gameplay through creativity, critical thinking, logic (totally subjective!), and collaboration. |
| Environmentalist Club Plan cleanups, clothing swaps, and workshops on sustainability while promoting awareness and action around environmental issues throughout the school year. |
| Film Studies Club Watch, discuss, and analyze films from various genres and cultures while exploring storytelling, cinematography, and the art of filmmaking. |
| Film to Taste Explore food through cinema and cuisine by watching films and pairing them with themed food experiences. |
| Formula One Club (F1 Club) A space for Formula 1 fans and curious newcomers to discuss races, review highlights, and compete in fantasy team challenges. |
| French Club Celebrate French language and culture through food, music, games, and fun activities while building community and exploring global traditions. |
| Friends of the Homeless Make an impact by volunteering at missions like the Fred Jordan Mission, supporting the homeless through outreach and community service events in downtown LA. |
| Girls Soccer United A community for players and fans to support and promote women’s soccer through monthly meetings, leadership activities, and school-wide awareness. |
| Health is Wealth Build strong bodies and minds through fitness, nutrition, and wellness education. Learn workout plans, diet strategies, and healthy habits to help students thrive academically and athletically. |
| Helping Hearts Create and deliver handmade cards, crafts, and small gifts to patients at Providence Saint Joseph's Medical Center to brighten their day and show community support. |
| Homeboy Collaborate with Homeboy Industries to support their mission through volunteer work, awareness campaigns, and student-led initiatives that promote social justice and community impact. |
| Key Club Key Club is a student-led, high school organization. Our members make the world a better place through service. |
| Makers Club The Makers Club provides an opportunity for all students to experience various forms of technology, such as 3D Printers, laser cutters, etc. |
| Mock Trial The Providence High School Mock Trial Program is a coeducational, extracurricular after school activity (with significant co-curricular features) designed to allow students the opportunity to perform as variety of roles seen in legal system. Students learn aspects of constitutional law, basic civics, courtroom procedure & criminal law—while honing their public speaking and competitive skills. |
| Move for More Host monthly after-school activities like dance-offs, game nights, and tie-dye events to raise funds for causes such as cancer research through fun and movement. |
| Model U.N. Model United Nations is a coeducational, extracurricular after school activity (with significant co-curricular features) designed to allow students to study, and participate in, the world of foreign relations through mock sessions of the United Nations General Assembly. |
| Music Collaboration Club A place where different creatives in music can come and share and expand on their ideas with other musicians. Both digital music and instrumental. |
| PHS Band & Songwriters Club PHS Band/Songwriters Club is a club for all aspiring young musicians. We meet to collaborate and perform music together. The band will also rehearse music for various campus events. |
| Pink Ribbon Club The club's purpose is to spread awareness for breast cancer by working with dig pink and other clubs through events and activities. |
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Pioneer Collective
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| Power To the People A fact-based club that encourages thoughtful discussion and civic awareness by exploring current events, government systems, and unbiased news sources to help students become informed future voters. |
| Providence Baking Club Meet every other Monday to showcase your homemade treats, share baking tips, and connect with fellow dessert lovers—no store-bought sweets allowed! |
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Providence Sports & News (a Pioneer Collective group) |
| Psychology Club Meet monthly to explore psychology theories and fun facts about the human brain through engaging discussions and activities. |
| Swish Wish A student-led nonprofit that empowers youth through basketball by donating sports equipment and hosting free clinics in partnership with schools, shelters, and community organizations. |
| Students Run Los Angeles (SRLA) Train for and run in the L.A. Marathon |
| UNICEF Support global humanitarian efforts by raising awareness, fundraising, and advocating for children's rights through student-led initiatives and service projects. |
| Warhammer Club Meet to play, discuss, and learn the tabletop war game Warhammer 40,000. Share strategies, paint models, and build armies together in a fun, collaborative space. |
| Weightlifting Club Where students build strength, improve form, and stay fit in a supportive environment. |
| Yearbook (a Pioneer Collective group) Capture the spirit of the school year by designing, writing, and photographing content for the yearbook, Espirit. Collaborate creatively to preserve memories and celebrate student life. |
Organization
Groups categorized in this category often are programs, affinity groups, honor societies tied to a larger organization within the school or externally.
| Academic Decathalon The Academic Decathlon is a team competition that challenges the mind in annually assigned themes such as World War II, The History of Medicine, Water and more. Students compete in teams and dedicate their time and talent to one theme under the following subjects: Art, Economics, Literature, Math, Music, Science, Social Science, Speech, and Interview. |
| Asian American and Pacific Islander Club (AAPI) Celebrate Latin American culture, lifestyle, and history. |
| Associated Student Body (ASB) The Associated Student Body (ASB) plays an integral part in the students’ high school experience. ASB advances school spirit and identity, not only in extracurricular events but also within the Burbank Community. |
| Association of Latin American Students (ALAS) Celebrate Latin American culture, lifestyle, and history. |
| Black Student Union (BSU) Celebrate Black culture, lifestyle, and history. |
| California Scholarship Federation (CSF) The California Scholarship Federation is an honor society whose members have achieved excellence in both academics and in citizenship. Its motto, "Scholarship for Service," indicates the awareness and concern members have for their communities. |
| Campus Ministry Campus Ministry lead various ministries on campus that support the spiritual life of the school, open to all students. The team promotes vibrant Catholic school community and encourage the ecumenical and interfaith cooperation. |
| Empowering Leadership in Latina Athletes (ELLA) Provides mentorship and support to student-athletes in their academic and professional journeys. |
| Hummus for Humanity Celebrate Arabic culture, lifestyle, and history. |
| Kehillah This SLO is an organization for Jewish students at Providence and anyone else that is interested in increasing their understanding of Judaism. We will meet to learn about Jewish culture, the religion of Judaism, and the various ways, both current and historic, that Jewish people have been oppressed in society. |
| National English Honors Society (NEHS) Academic recognition, scholarship and award eligibility, and opportunities for networking with others who share an enthusiasm for the language arts. |
| National Honor Society (NHS) The purpose of the society is to create enthusiasm for scholarship, to promote leadership, to stimulate a desire to render civic service, and to encourage the development of character in all students. Membership is open to students in grades 10-12, and requires completion of an application and completion of various requirements. |
| Prism Guided by our mission to serve all, especially those who are poor and vulnerable, and our values, Prism is a student-led organization that aims to create a safe, welcoming, and accepting school environment for all youth, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. Prism provides a supportive environment for LGBTQ+ students, along with students who are questioning their identity, have LGBTQ+ friends/family, and/or are passionate about LGBTQ+ issues. |
| Providence HYE Provide opportunity for all students to celebrate Armenian culture, lifestyle, and history. |
| Red Whistle Club Educate students and provide resources on sexual assault/harassment |
| Spanish Honor Society The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica (SHH) is an honor society for high school students enrolled in Spanish and Portuguese and is sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of Spanish and Portuguese. |
| Tri-M Honor Society Music honor society. Requirements for membership apply. |
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Well Aware |
The Student Experience Team
Clara Bird
Dean of Academic and College Counseling
Academic & College Counselor
Shanica Dale
Dean of Wellbeing
Rick Holifield
Assistant Head of School
James Jimenez
Athletic Director
Beach Volleyball Co-Head Coach, 10th Grade House Head
Anthony Martinez
Dean of Student Life
Annie Matthews
Principal