Community Club has sparked an interest in St. Charles High’s very own student body. It’s new, and it’s got a ton of fresh ideas that the club members are ready to explore.
The club is based off of Hardin’s Unite Club that was funded through the Developmental Disabilities Resource Board (DDRB). This club transitioned over to St. Charles High. Special education teacher Jessica Ross got the idea to start up the Community Club from a member of Unite Club. The club is open to members of all kinds, and is always on the lookout for more dedicated students who share a passion for change.
“Everyone should join, and it’s also a fun supportive place,” junior Lillian Spencer said.
Spencer has been a longtime member from both Hardin and SCHS. Spencer, along with the other constituents of Community Club, are currently starting a project to help better the greenspace across campus. Parts of this project include: picking up trash, fundraising lumber for garden boxes, gardening, and involving Ross’ master gardener son and former Pirate, Noah Sutton. He will help to build the greenspace.
“It’s a lot of trial and error right now,” junior Shreya Kumar said.
Kumar is involved with both FBLA as well as Community Club. She is working to bridge both clubs to work together for many future activities. Community Club wants to build connections with the Hispanic Heritage club, LGBTQ alliance, and Art Club.
“The focus is bringing more positivity and unification in our community within our campus,” Ross said.
The Community Club is hoping to host a picnic towards the end of the year to showcase everyone’s talents from all different parts of the school. They hope to promote these outstanding talents of music, art, and foods so that everyone can be seen and heard.
