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.

Click here for a complete list of eligibility and membership requirements 

Beta Club Bylaws

Years: 9,10,11,12
Grade Requirement: overall GPA of 3.5
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
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.

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

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.

Years:10,11,12
Grade Requirement: maintained an A average in all art classes
Sponsor: Mrs. Melanie Anderson and Ms. Carroll McTyre

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.

Years:11,12
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:  

• Toencourage and recognize scientific and intellectual thought  
• Toadvance students’ knowledge of classical and modern science 
• Tocommunicate with the scientific community  
• Toaid the civic community with its comprehension of science 
• Toencourage students to participate in community service and in turn, encourage a dedication to the pursuit of scientific knowledge that benefits all of mankind. 

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.   

Years:  11,12  

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.

Years:9,10,11,12
Grade Requirement: overall average of C
Sponsor: Ms. Amy Webb and Cynthia Wieland

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
Grade Requirement: maintain minimum overall GPA 3.0
Sponsors: Tijuana Perry, Clymesa Applewhite

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.

Years: 11,12
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.

Years: 10,11,12
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.

Years: 10,11,12
Grade Requirement: maintain an B average in all classes
Sponsor: Mr. Timothy Simpson

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.

Sponsor: Janeair Johnson

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

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

Sponsor: Tijuana Perry

The Tennessee Science bowl is the most exciting science competition in the state!  Think of Knowledge Bowl and Science Olympiad combined.  This competition is fast-paced, exciting action that challenges math and science skills and knowledge. 

Sponsor: Curtis Herring

The AHS Student Ministry is about loving and serving others.

Sponsor: Carmen Robinson

Arlington 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: Saralyn Archibald, Clymesa Applewhite

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. 

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

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, Andrew Sossaman

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

Sponsor: Amy Balducci

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

Sponsors:

Dorothy Mize

Brandon Davidson

Casey Sandlin-Rogers

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: Kylea Spradley 

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

Sponsors:

Rhonda Pike

Melissa Owen

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

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

Sponsors: 

Michelle Sluder

Dorothy Mize

Courtney McNatt

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

Saralyn Archibald

Amy Fernandez

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

Christian environment for athletes to worship and fellowship

Sponsor: Casey Nelson

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

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

Sponsor: Stephanie Altman, Samuel Che-Casales

Gamers meet every Monday to play card games (Magic the Gathering), table top games, and video games. Members are not required to attend a minimum number of meetings. Participation is strictly voluntary. 

Sponsor: Andrew Ward

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

Sponsor: Leanne Wilson

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

Heather Trim

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

Sponsor: Christopher Wheat

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

Sponsor: Melissa Jenkins

An academic competition team.

Sponsor: Joel Wilhite

The Mock Trial Club will be a club where students who are interested in US criminal law and acting get to experience what it is like to be in a courtroom. This club consists of students acting out a civil or criminal trial by arguing for either the prosecution or defense side against another team, which acts as the opposing side.

Sponsor: Courtney McNatt

Students debate and resolve issues as the UN does.

Sponsor: Mark McDonald

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: 

Curtis Herring

Co-Sponsors:

Saralyn Archibald

Marsha Bradley

Tamico Johnson

Carmen Robinson

Erin Weekley

Saralyn Archibald

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

Sponsor: Casey Nelson

Portfolio Club will be a group of students working on specific projects to focus on creating portfolio worthy art work.

Sponsors: Leanne Wilson

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

Lacey Lindsey

For students interested in roller skating

Sponsors:

Connie Hawkins

Leanne Wilson

SAGA 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

Jessica Roberts

Joel Wilhite

Cynthia Wieland

Science Olympiad is a competitive science team of students that organize, practice, and compete in two Science Olympiads: a local Invitational in December, and a regional Science Olympiad in late February. These competition feature over 20 events including lab exercises and written exams. When our team places in the regional Science Olympiad our team may compete at the TN State Science Olympiad.

Sponsors:

Andrew Ward

Andrea Gjertsen

Kristin Hennessy-McDonald

Kristin Hennessy-McDonald

Short Film Committee is dedicated to giving students who have a passion for filmmaking an opportunity to create films outside of the classroom. The committee aims to bring people with the same interests together to make some creative, thought-out short films that can be showcased online and submitted for awards.  SFC wants to give students the opportunity to create films they want to see on the screen. SFC takes away the rubrics and guidelines to give filmmakers total creative freedom. SFC encourages members to serve whatever filmmaking role you wish to pursue. And most importantly, SFC wants to show you that you can create anything you set your mind to through positive collaboration.

Sponsor: Patrick Ashbee

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

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

Sponsors: 

Erin Weekley

Russell Waites

Leigh Ballard

Competitions in speaking, acting and debate at TN HS.

Sponsor: 

Amy Webb

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

Sponsor: Crystal Uhiren

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

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