Student Handbook Vol. 1 | Page 26

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES Participation in extracurricular activities is considered an integral part of high school life which enhances the development of the total person. Students are encouraged to participate in a variety of activities that interest them. To participate in extracurricular activities, students must meet all eligibility requirements and other policies governing participation as set forth by state and county boards of education, Harrison High School, and any applicable sanctioning bodies such as the Georgia High School Association (GHSA). Eligibility requirements are listed below. Harrison High School offers a variety of extracurricular activities in which students may participate. These activities are listed below. This list represents those activities offered at the time of printing. Activities may be added or discontinued based on student interest. ATHLETICS Fall Cross Country (M, W) Football (M) Softball, Fast-Pitch (W) Volleyball (W) Winter Basketball (M, W) Swimming & Diving (M, W) Wrestling (M) Spring Baseball (M) Golf (M, W) Lacrosse (M, W) Soccer (M, W) Tennis (M, W) Track & Field (M, W) Gymnastics (W) Yearly Cheerleading CLUBS Clubs fall into one of the following categories: service organizations, honor societies and clubs, curriculum-related clubs, and interest groups. Watch the hall TV's for club information or check the school’s website. PERFORMANCE GROUPS Band Chorus Color Guard Drama Math Team Model UN Orchestra Science Olympiad Mock Trial STUDENT COUNCIL Harrison High School also has student leadership opportunities available through participation in the Student Council. They may serve, by election, as a class representative, class officer, or council officer. Elections are held in the spring for officers. Freshman class officers and Student Council representatives are elected in the fall. 26