Prep offers many fun and exciting clubs where you can sing, become a journalist, cultivate plants and learn about the environment, play chess, create the yearbook, be a part of the student government, be a physics pro, or just have a safe space where you can talk about anything!
Check out this GALLERY, above, that contains photos from club meetings, and feel free to join whichever club you would like, at any time!
Photos by Photography Editor Carol Tiro Nava, and News Editor Yordany Polonia-Acosta.
Below is a list of the clubs at Prep … if we forgot any, shoot an email to Mr. Schmerler at [email protected]:
Student Council
- Advisors: Mr. Figueroa, Mr. Weaver
Prep’s Student Council is responsible for planning various student activities and events around the school.
Journalism Club
- Advisor: Mr. Schmerler
Check out theboulevard252.org, and join J Club if you wish to report on events at Prep as a reporter, photographer, or videographer, or to create polls and photo galleries, and take videos to store memories from throughout the school year. See Mr. Schmerler in room 107 for more information!
Drama Club/Thespian Society
- Advisor: Ms. Ladutke
The Drama Club is a space for anyone passionate about acting and being a part of our school productions! The Drama Club also makes up the Thespian Society, which is an international honor society for students of the theater. See Ms. Ladutke in room 105 for more information!
Gardening and Environmental Club
- Advisors: Ms. Zanabria, Mr. Ford, Ms. Montoya
The Gardening Club invites all students who care about the environment. Gardening Club advocates for making a difference in the world, one flower at a time. Come after school on Fridays to learn about the process of planting and gardening!
Glee Club
- Advisor: Ms. Scheerer
The Glee Club is a space for students who want to express their vocal talents as well as those who want to help set up the Spring and Winter concerts here at Prep!
Chess Club
- Advisor: Mr. Lockwood
Join the Chess Club if you’re interested in competing in Chess tournaments with other students!
Yearbook Club
- Advisors: Ms. Taylor, Ms. Post
Be on the lookout for the first Yearbook club meeting of the year if you seek to create, design, and edit the yearbook for the 2023-24 school year!
GSA
- Advisor: Ms. Crocco
The Gay-Straight Alliance aims to provide a safe space for members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community to bond and connect with one another! Talk to Ms. Crocco in Room 209 for more information.
Bring Change 2 Mind Club
- Advisor: Ms. Mallory
The Bring Change 2 Mind Club invites all who want a safe space to talk about mental health!
Anime Club
- Advisors: Mr. Encarnacion, Mr. Herrera
The Anime Club welcomes all who love anime and want to watch more shows!
Physics Club
- Advisor: Ms. Blumberg
Join the Physics Club if you wish to compete in the Physics Olympics in January!
Junior Optimist Club
- Advisor: Mr. Costarelli
The Junior Optimist Club is made up of a group of students that are dedicated to community service and giving back to the city of Passaic!
Sports Club
- Advisor: Ms. Melillo
Join tbe Sports Club if are passionate about playing sports!
Book Club
- Advisors: Ms. Benedetti, Ms. Scheerer
We invite all readers and book lovers to join Prep’s Book Club! Come after school on Thursdays to see the latest news in regards to the Book Club!
Dance Club
- Advisor: Ms. Fraser
Prep’s Dance Club is a chance for all who are passionate about dancing and may not be in a Dance class! See Ms. Frasier in room 207 or more information!
The College Acceptance Academy
- Advisor: Mr. Tereshko
The College Acceptance Academy at Prep is a club that provides seniors and juniors with guidance on the college admissions process! If you are interested in learning more about the SAT/ACT, personal statements, and how to increase your chances of being accepted into your dream school, speak with Mr. Tereshko in room 208 to join the College Acceptance Academy!
If a club isn’t listed above, make sure to contact Mr. Schmerler with the name and meet dates of the club. Updates to come! Got more pictures that you want added here? Email them to Video Production Pathway supervisor Mr. Schmerler at [email protected].