Athletic Council

Support athletic events (minor officiating), run school wide events (Terry Fox Run, Pumpkin Contest, School Spirit initiatives, work with feeder schools, etc.

Teacher In Charge:  Laura Volkes, Amanda Richmond

Meets:  Fridays at 11:00 in Room 136

Instagram: @chingathletics

AV/TECH CREW

The AV Crew will learn to use the sound and lighting equipment in our auditorium, drama studio, and portable systems around the school. They will be responsible for running tech for all school events (assemblies, guest speakers, productions etc.) as well as other high profile events for the PDSB held at Chinguacousy.

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart 

Meets:  When needed. We keep in contact through Google Classroom. 

Google Classroom info:  aid4sie

Dance - Bhangra

Allow students too use dance studio at lunch to create dance choreographies and present them.

Teacher In Charge:  Janet Groves

Meets:  Fridays at Lunch in Room 116 (Dance Studio)

Black Students Association

The Black Student's Association is an affinity space for Black, African and Afro- Caribbean identifying students. It is our mission to cultivate a space for identifying students to connect with one another and form a solidified community. We provide access to resources and events, and collaborate with other clubs to support students and build a strong network of solidarity at Chinguacousy.

Teacher In Charge:  Tennisha Small and Benjamin Smith

Meets:  Weekly - Days vary

C.A.R.E (Chinguacousy Activism & Revolutionary Executive)

To unite students from diverse cultures and lived experiences in activism. To empower students in anti-oppressive practices. To empower student voice. To lead school activities centered on identity and cultural empowerment.

Teacher In Charge:  Allyson Bradley & Benjamin Smith

Meets:  Every 2nd Tuesday at 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM in Room 103

Instagram:  @chingcares

CHESS CLUB

Relaxing environment for students to learn and perfect their game of Chess.

Teacher In Charge:  Bhowani Mohanlall

Meets:  Everyday at Lunch in Room 135

CHINGUACOUSY CHOIR

Love to sing? Come and share your voice with others. All grades and abilities are welcome. No audition or experience necessary! 

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart

Meets:  Tuesdays from 10:50 am to 11:50 am in the Music Room 104

Google Classroom code:   aid4sie

Computer Science Club

Provide support for student who wish to learn to code. Provide a forum for students who wish to prepare and participate in contests such as the Waterloo CCC and the ECOO.

Teacher In Charge:   

Meets:  Thursdays during lunch at 11:00 am in Room 192

Concert Band

Join the Concert Band every week to make music together! Concert Band plays a wide variety of instrumental music from popular tunes to film scores and beyond. Several performance opportunities and festivals occur over the school year!

Concert Band is open to grade 9-12 students with any level of experience, not audition is required.

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart

Meets:  Thursdays from 10:50 am - 11:50 am in the Music Room 104

Instagram: @chingmusiccouncil

Google Classroom:  aid4sie

DECA (formerly JOT)

DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.

Teacher In Charge:  Kalysta Mejia-Torres

Meets:  undecided

Instagram:  @chingdeca

Eco Council

To improve the environmental footprint of the school, raise awareness of eco issues, and maintain/improve our ecoschools certification.

Teacher In Charge:  Jason van Wyngaarden

Meets:  Tuesdays in Room 204

Instagram: @ching.ecocouncil

Creative Film Productions Club (CFPC)

The Creative Film Productions Club (CFPC) allows students to explore and develop their creative and technical abilities through the creation of movies. The club explores all aspects of film production including (but not limited to), budgeting, scriptwriting (screenplay), storyboarding, casting, cinematography, lighting, acting, photography, location scouting, and directing. Students will produce film shorts of varying lengths to be viewed by club members, but which also may be entered into regional competitions. The other main club activity is film appreciation: viewing and critiquing movies to analyze both technical and creative decisions in filmmaking.

Teacher In Charge:  Erik Petersen

Meets:  TBD - Room 114

Financial Literacy Club

Financial Literacy Club is dedicated to helping students understand the importance of managing money and making smart financial decisions. Throughout the year, we’ll explore financial literacy by planning and organizing a major project, our very own workshop. Depending on approvals, the workshop will either be offered to Chinguacousy students or middle school students in our community. It will happen in Spring 2026.  Along the way, members will gain hands on experience in budgeting, securing sponsorships, and event planning, while building valuable financial skills for the future.

Teacher In Charge:  Simmi Jaswal and Cordel Slowley

Meets:  Mondays 11:00 am Biweekly

Google Classroom Code:  2mks4f2w

Math Help Room

If you need extra help with your math homework, come to room 107 at 11:15 every Tuesday! Math teachers and senior student volunteers are ready to help!

Teacher in Charge:  Hudaser Nizam

Meets:  Tuesdays from 11:15 am - 11:45 am in Room 107

Girls with Weights

Promoting health and fitness in a female-identifying only space in the weight room and planned fitness activities led by female student leaders

Teacher In Charge:  Janet Groves, Sharon Mangat

Meets:  Mondays during lunch hour and after school

Guitar Club

Develop skills and make music together.   Open to beginners and experienced guitar players. Learn the basics or come and jam

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart

Meets:  Mondays at 10:50 am to 11:50 am in the Music Room 104

Google Classroom info: aid4sie

Hindu Student Council

A group of students who want to empower student voices surrounding topics related to Hinduism and to take an active role in planning for cultural celebrations, such as Hindu Heritage Month and other Hindu festivals/holidays.

Teacher In Charge: Jagdeep Balgoo and Shalini Ahuja

Meets:  Tuesdays in Room 205

Google Class code:  oduf5or

Instagram:  ching_hindustudentcouncil

Dance - Hip Hop Team

Students gathering together to express themselves in the form of dance.

Teacher In Charge:  Janet Groves

Meets:  Tuesdays at Lunch in Room 114

HOSA

HOSA is a club that enables secondary students to become leaders in the healthcare industry by providing future health professionals the opportunity to acquire knowledge, skills training and leadership development through competition

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Frost

Meets:  Tuesdays 10:45 am in Room 203

Instagram:  @chinghosa

Mock Trial

For students to engage with the legal process in a fun and competitive manner. To develop their advocacy and critical thinking skills.

Teacher In Charge:  Gurpreet Gill

Meets:  Various

Intergrated Arts Council

Develop leaders within the Arts and school community, plan and host activities, performances, workshops etc.

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart

Meets:  Fridays at 10:40 am to 11:15 am in the Music Room 104

Google Classroom:  aid4sie

Instagram: @ching_iac

Musical Theatre Company

Learn skills in singing, dancing, acting and stage design. Work together to create a full scale production!

Musical Theatre Company runs workshops through September open to everyone. Auditions for the musical production will take place mid-October.

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart

Meets: Once a week (for now) - Wednesdays at 10:50 am until rehearsals for the Production begins, then after school rehearsals will be added. - in the Auditorium or Room 104

Google Classroom:  3zhg3sb

Operation Smile Ching

Raise fund for charity, Operation Smile Canada, which performs surgeries on children with cleft lips or palates in developing nations.

Teacher In Charge:  Janet Groves

Meets:  Once a week Fridays during Lunch in Room 115

Instagram: @operationsmileching

PEER LEADERS

Peer Leaders - Student leaders who help with Grade 9 orientation and check in with Grade 9 classes during their first semester. They promote inclusion, getting involved in the Chinguacousy community, and plan activities that help Grade 9s become more comfortable with the transition to high school.

Teacher In Charge:  Janet Groves

Meets: once per month - Thursdays - Lecture Hall

Robotics Team

The Robotic Club gives Chinguacousy secondary school students and their adult mentors the opportunity to work and create together to solve a common problem. Teams of students are challenged to design, build, and program robots and compete for awards, while they also create a team identity, raise funds, hone teamwork skills, and advance respect and appreciation for STEM within the local community.

Teacher In Charge:  Joseph Appiah, Mizanne Harris, Kuljit Dhadde, Elizabeth Kirsch

Meets:  3 days a week at lunch

D & D Club

The D & D Club brings students together to play a wide variety of tabletop roleplaying games. Roleplaying games are a wonderful way for students to make new friends and socialize while at the same time fostering inclusion, creativity, imagination, teamwork, problem-solving, decision-making, self-confidence, and leadership skills.  

Teacher In Charge:  Erik Petersen

Meets: Mondays after school in Room 114

SciTech Activity Committee (STAC)

Community Based engagement -  STEAM Olympic Night

Teacher In Charge:  Kuljit Dhadde, Mizanne Harris

Meets:  Every Monday - Room 109

Student Activity Council (SAC)

Enhance school spirit and fun through organized activities.

Teacher In Charge:  Cordel Slowely

Meets:  Once a week Tuesdays at lunch in room 107

Instagram: @ChingSAC

Sikh Students' Association

An affinity space for students of Sikh heritage

Teacher In Charge:  Sharon Mangat, Daya Dhanjal, Gurpreet Gill

Meets:  every Wednesday at 10:45 am in room 105

Google Classroom:  fytuujnf

 Instagram: @ching_ssa

Model United Nations

The goal is for students to have the opportunity and learn how to interact and compete against a broad spectrum of students. Students are taught how to debate in a meaningful and effective way.

Teacher In Charge:  Venice Stewart

Meets:  Tuesdays from 11:00 am to 11:55 am in room 105

Instagram: @chingmodelunitednations

STEM Club (formerly Science Club)

Students will learn about and explore STEM topics of interest to them through presentations, demos, guest speakers, and games.  Promote Science outside the classroom.

Teacher In Charge:  Tracy Cook, Talveen Singh

Meets:  Events based this year - no regular meetings

Google class code: 5fffjk2

Strings Ensemble

Develop skills and make music together.

Teacher In Charge:  Melissa Runhart

Meets:  Tuesdays at 10:50 am in Room 104

Instagram: @chingmusiccouncil

Weight Room Club

The Weight Room Club at our school is a passionate community, wholeheartedly devoted to cultivating fitness, strength, and overall well-being. Our club offers an encouraging atmosphere, inviting students to embark on their fitness journey. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a beginner, everyone is urged to join and thrive

Teacher In Charge:  Jorge Tobon

Meets:  Every day at lunch and Monday and Wednesdays after school

White Pines Reading Club

Read White Pine nominated books, meet with other students and staff in book club fashion to discuss the novels and vote on best novel.

Teacher In Charge:  Gurpreet Gill, Librarian

Meets:  November to April (voting is in April)  Meet on at least 3 occasions during lunch for book club discussions

Webpage:  https://forestofreading.com/white-pine-nominees/

WiStem (Women in STEM)

Women in STEM, it is an umbrella of WiSTEM https://womeninstem.org/

Teacher In Charge:  Kalysta Mejia-Torres

Meets:  Once a week Mondays 11 am to 12 pm in Room 109

Instagram: @wistem_ching

Twitter:  @WiSTEM_Ching

Ching TED Ed

This new initiative will doubtlessly have a positive impact on our school community. The goal is to provide students with a platform to share their ideas and opinions while developing public speaking skills. TED Ed is essentially preparing students for the future, as social skills and public speaking skills are essential assets to have in the real world. A

TEd-Ed is an opportunity for Chinguacousy students to enhance their communication skills while learning techniques to effectively present their ideas in the form of Ted Talks.

Teacher In Charge:  Mahnaz Hadidi

Meets:  Once a week in Room 225

Tamil Students Association

Chinguacousy's TSA is a club dedicated to the celebration, preservation and immersion of Tamil culture, history and arts. Chinguacousy's TSA plans to raise awareness for Tamil struggles around the world, such as in Sri Lanka, Singapore, Malaysia and India in addition to celebrating Tamil events such as Thai Pongal, Puthandu (Tamil New Year), and Diwali. The TSA also aims to foster a strong Tamil community within the school, such as through hosting screenings for Tamil movies, after school conferences with Tamil professionals such as doctors, and engineers to discuss boundaries they had to overcome to make it in their careers. Above all, the TSA is welcome to any and all persons interested in the TSA’s goals and values, regardless of ethnicity and political affiliation.

Teacher in Charge:  Karthika Mathivannan

Meets:  Tuesdays at 11 am in Room 206

Google Classroom Code: clv2m3e

Insta:   @chingtsa

SAGA (Sexuality and Gender Association) - formerly Ching GSA

SAGA was previously named the Ching GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance).  It is a safe space for students who identify as 2SLGBTQIA+ and allies to come together and chat, share concerns and create awareness and action in the school community.

Teacher in Charge:  Alyssa Carmichael, Melissa Frost

Meets:  Fridays at lunch in Room 223

Google Classroom:   Code - gr2dljg

Art Club

To encourage and develop your art skills.

Teacher in Charge:  Selena Dodaro & Gillian Lapuz

Meets:  Thursdays during lunch in Room 102

Math Contests & Math Contest Club

If you are interested in writing a math contest by the University of Waterloo, then this club is for you! We will work on solving past contest problems with staff and senior student volunteers. Promote math outside the classroom.  Math Contests whenever posted.
 

Teacher In Charge:  Hudaser Nizam, Mahnaz Hadidi

Meets:  every Thursday starting on October 6th in room 225

Google Classroom Code: a4icphb

Chinguacousy Leadership, Literature & Writing Club

The Chinguacousy Leadership, Literature and Writing club (C.L.L.A.W.) is a space where students who love literature can meet up to read new texts and write poems, stories, speeches, dramatic pieces, etc. and share feedback with each other so that they can perfect their writing styles and/or create pieces for others to read. Depending on student interest, it can also serve as a place for students to create a school newsletter and review books, poems, short stories and other texts for their peers. 

Teacher In Charge:  Sherry Michielin and Manprit Ahluwalia

Meets:  Fridays 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Amnesty International

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Teacher In Charge:  

Meets:   Every other Thursday in the Collaboration Room.  First meeting is September 21st.

Webpage:  Amnesty International

Public Speaking Club

Encouraging and providing instruction to students on how to improve their confidence around speaking to new individuals, content presentations (media), school presentations and more formal public speaking events.

Teacher In Charge:  Eric Lee

Meets:   Thursdays at Lunch in Room 183 

Aerospace Club

The Aerospace Club is for everybody who is passionate about aviation, aircraft, or aerospace. Explore aerospace-related subjects with inspired individuals at Chinguacousy Secondary School by choosing to join the Aerospace Club. Additionally, we will educate fundamental aerodynamics knowledge and the various jobs that are available throughout these fields and invite multiple experts with experience in the aerospace industry to talk to us. 

Teacher In Charge:  Mizanne Harris

Meets:   Tuesdays - Room 194

Ching 4 Christ

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Teacher In Charge:  Joan Dawkins

Meets:   Every Wednesday at Lunch

Muslim Student's Association

The Muslim Student's Association is an affinity space for students of Islamic heritage.

It is dedicated to establishing and maintaining the Islamic community at Chinguacousy by securing a prayer space for Muslim students, promoting awareness of Islam and encouraging general practices of Islam.

Teacher In Charge:  Mohammed Rashed

Giddha Dance Team

Come on out and join our team!

Teacher In Charge:   Ramandeep Singh

Meets:  Every Thursday in the Dance Student (Room 116) at lunch

Google class code: uqdr2ux

Instagram: chinggiddha_

Garba Dance Crew

Come on out and join our team!

Teacher In Charge:   Teena Sharma

Meets:  Every Monday in the Dance Student (Room 116) at lunch

Google class code: q5qkpql

Instagram:  Ching_garba

YES4MH - Youth Emplowering Students 4 Mental Health

Student Group that provides awareness and learning about mental health.  The club also runs mental health initiatives and activities throughout the year.

Teacher in Charge:  Ramona Nazareth

Google Classroom Code:  hkqwjox

Ching Let's Talk!

"Ching Let's Talk" was created to promote mental health and well-being within our school community. It is a safe space for all students to come together and talk about the important issues that affect us and receive both emotional and academic support. The club aims to organize educational workshops, supportive discussions, stress relief, and community outreach.

Teacher in Charge:  Cordel Slowley

Meets:  Mondays at 11:00 am in room 172

Dance - Bollywood Theatre

Join us!  We would like to do a Bollywood Movie Remake where students would act out several small scenes from whichever chosen movie with some dance performances.   We would be performing for the students during the lunch hour sometime in June! 

Teacher in Charge:  Noura Baghaie

Meets:  Wednesdays at 11:00 am in the Dance Studio

Dance - Bollywood

Join us and learn some awesome Bollywood Dance moves!

Teacher in Charge:  Shalini Ahuja

Meets:  Tuesdays at 11:00 am in the Dance Studio

PROM COMMITTEE

Be the decisions makers for your Prom!  Help with themes, venue set up, promotion etc.

Teachers in Charge:  Selena Dodaro, Elizabeth Kirsch, Ameera Rebello

PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

Attention all shutterbugs and photography enthusiasts! If you have a passion for capturing moments, telling stories through images, and exploring the art of photography, then look no further. The Photography Club is calling your name! Join us and embark on a visual journey that will hone your skills, spark your creativity, and connect you with fellow photography enthusiasts.

       The photography club is for those inspired by the art of capturing moments and the creativity of graphic design and where every snapshot tells a unique story. Whether you're an experienced photographer or just getting started, our club is open to all levels of expertise. We're here to foster a community that shares a love for visual storytelling and a keen eye for composition.  Our club provides a platform for individuals passionate about bringing together photography and design, sharing ideas, and learning from one another. We explore both photography and graphic design through a variety of technology and applications.

Teachers in Charge: 

Meets:  Fridays at 11:00 am in Room 137

Unity Council

description of the club goes here

Teacher in Charge:   Benjamin Smith, Raman Singh, Alyssa Carmichael, Allyson Bradley and Janet Groves

Meets:  tbd

Break and Bake Club

Our focus is on mental health and well-being through baking. We will be modelling ways in which baking can be used as a tool to take your mind off of stresses from the day and re-focus on an activity that brings calmness but as well as joy and pride in making something that others will enjoy but goes to a good cause. We will be meeting twice a month on Wednesday's during lunch in our Chinguacousy food's room to plan and bake treats that will be sold to the school at large and the funds will be donated to organizations such as Sick Kids.

Teacher in Charge:   Erin Barnes & Pasha Callender

Meets:  Wednesday at Lunch in Room 272

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Latin Club

In Grex Latinus (the Chinguacousy Latin Club), students explore the culture and history of the ancient Mediterranean world. This includes learning Latin, the language spoken by the Ancient Romans, which became a common tongue spoken throughout most of Europe for centuries, still learnt and understood even long after the fall of Rome. Students will also engage in leadership opportunities (as there is a club executive), and will plan events, make crafts, watch relevant media, make ancient recipes, take international exams, and whatever else they wish to do that's relevant, fun, and educational!

Teacher in Charge:   Eric Petersen

Meets:  Mondays during Lunch Room 114

Newcomer Student Association

The Newcomer Club wants to ensure that students feel supported and emplowered as they transition into the school community and Canadian High School life. We organize events, workshops, mentorship programs that provide academic guidance and cultural exhange programs to make students feel a sense of belonging and inclusivity.

Teacher in Charge:   Ramona Nazareth

Meets:  every week

Sending Sunshine - Chinguacousy Chapter

Spreading kindness!  This club meets 1 or 2 times a month to create positive and meaningful messages in handmade Cards to be delivered to seniors in isolation to brighten their day and reduce the negative effects of lonliness. 

Teacher in Charge:   Selena Dodaro

Meets:  once or twice a month in room 101 or 102

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The Chinguacousy Leadership, Literature and Writing club (C.L.L.A.W.) is a space where students who love literature can meet up to read new texts and write poems, stories, speeches, dramatic pieces, etc. and share feedback with each other so that they can perfect their writing styles and/or create pieces for others to read. Depending on student interest, it can also serve as a place for students to create a school newsletter and review books, poems, short stories and other texts for their peers.

Teacher in Charge:   Sherry Anne Michielin & Manprit Ahluwalia

Meets:  Fridays 10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Recycling Club

Help make a difference in the world by helping us Recycle!  

Teacher in Charge:   Laura Volkes

Meets:  usually Fridays Period 1

ISSC (Indigenous Student Success Circle)

A space led by Indigenous students and supported by staff sponsors, and opened to Indigenous students and their allies to learn more about First Nations, Métis and Inuit cultures.

Teacher in Charge:   Benjamin Smith, Janet Groves

Meets:  Bi-weekly, dates vary

One Voice, One Team - Ching

Working in partnership with the community non-profit organization, OVOT Ching works closely with BIPOC youth in creating leadership building opportunities, experiential learning, and frequent field service work. With a focus on community and empowering equity seeking communities, OVOT Ching is a blast!

Teacher in Charge:   Benjamin Smith, Akeem Whonder

Meets:  Bi-weekly, dates vary

Drama Club

This club will be open to all students and provide an opportunity to improve communication and presentation skills, build confidence and connect to others in a fun and meaningful way. Students will work towards putting on shows and/or hosting events such as improv sessions/workshops for the school community, participating in school assemblies and potentially participating in improv/theatre-based programming/competitions such as Canada Improv Games or Drama competitions in keeping with the interest of the club’s participants.

Teacher in Charge:   Sherry Michielin

Meets:  Tuesdays at lunch in Room 103

Google Classroom:  byielwf

Ching for Charity

Creates fundraisers for Charitable occasions

Teacher in Charge:   Kalysta Mejia-Torres

Meets:  Thursdays in Room 108

Google Classroom:  yem34gc

Instagram:  @chingforcharity

Math & Physics Help Room

Need Math & Physics Help?  Drop in Math/Physics Help room!

Teachers in Charge:  Mr. Chauhan and Mr. Balgoo

Meets:  Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11:20 pm to 12:00 pm in Room 234

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