Clubs

List of 38 items.

• Art Club

  Art Club seeks to promote a sense of community here at MC through the beauty and creative process of art making. Art Club is a time where students can meet and engage with others to learn new techniques and share in a variety of fun creative challenges posed from students and faculty. Some club goals include an Art Club showcase of work, creative fundraisers benefiting our community, and projects to beautify our MC campus. Makers of all art levels and styles are encouraged to come create with us!
  Moderator: Erika Cramer and Olivia Burr

• Aviation Club

  The Aviation Club is a club designed to educate students about all things aviation including the basics of flight, the instruments and controls in an airplane, careers in aviation, and more. During club time we teach students the basics of flying using flight simulators, examples, and also take some field trips to the local airport.
  Moderator: Nick Campagna

• Bee Club

  The Bee Club recognizes the value of the honeybee as a pollinator and the perils that it now faces. The club focuses on the education of the novice beekeeper in proper management of a colony. Additional goals of the club include fostering an interest in beekeeping on our school campus to sponsoring promotions such as harvesting honey, making wax candles, and participating in citizen science projects to monitor the health of the bee colonies at Marin Catholic.
  Moderator: Michael Brady

• Blackbox Theatre Club

  The Black Box Theatre Club(1st semester) is a student-written and run production open to all Marin Catholic students. Anyone can be a part of Black Box - it requires no experience and has many opportunities, such as writing, directing, acting and tech. It is MC's opportunity to do experimental and dramatic theater. MC Black Box's main goal is to incorporate students from all aspects of MC and produce a high quality theatrical experience for the community.
  Moderator: Carmen Doane-Barkan

• Book Club

  Brought together by a common love, the Book Club is dedicated to reading student chosen books that spark the imagination.  Students and teachers meet to discuss plot twists and characters’ actions in a supportive and fun-loving environment that fosters friendship and camaraderie. Books are chosen which support our school’s mission, Duc in Altum and to explore what makes every book unique.
  Moderator: Joan Caraluggio and Kate Zamacona

• Butterfly Club

  Established to further Marin Catholic’s mission of Duc in Altum; to put out into the deep and work to better community awareness and understanding about the plight of butterflies.  In the Butterfly Club, students learn about the possible extinction of monarchs and other butterflies while exploring their symbolism in Catholic and other cultures. Throughout the course of the school year, the Butterfly Club hopes to implement a conservational garden behind the Stations of the Cross that will serve as a Monarch Waystation and habitat for future butterflies, cultivated through the service and volunteer activities of its members.  Members are dedicated to planting milkweed at their homes to develop butterfly colonies throughout Marin County and parts of Petaluma.
  Moderator: Joan Caraluggio

• Cancer Awareness Club

  The Cancer Awareness Club focuses on raising money to help cancer patients and cancer research and looks for ways to volunteer at events that do the same. In recent years, the club’s main fundraiser and volunteer work has been for the San Francisco Swim Across America event, which raises thousands of dollars for the UCSF Benioff Hospital that funds pediatric cancer research, clinical trials and patient programs. The club also observes October as Breast Cancer Awareness month and raises funds for UCSF’s Breast Care Center. Each year the club looks for more ways and events to support cancer patients and cancer research. We put the “fun” in fundraising by doing bake sales throughout the year and flower sales for Valentine’s Day.
  Moderators: Terrie Freni Johnson and Terry Powers

• Car Club

  The Car Club brings students together through a shared interest in cars while creating a welcoming community centered on Marin Catholic’s mission to lead students to Jesus Christ. Members connect with fellow car enthusiasts, attend car-related events on weekends and after school, and look for ways to serve the MC community, including helping with valet and parking organization at larger school events. The club welcomes students of all levels of automotive knowledge and meets every other Wednesday in the Music Room, with additional events throughout the year.

  Moderators: Joe Pramik

• Civic Engagement Club

  The Civic Engagement Club encourages students to recognize their God-given responsibility to serve others and contribute to the common good. Through learning about government and civic life, students explore what it means to be informed, engaged members of their communities. Club activities include voter pre-registration, guest speakers with local civic leaders, community service opportunities, and other events that help students learn how they can make a positive difference in their communities.
  Moderator: Jessica Kraus

• Computer Science Club

  The Computer Science Club is where students meet to enhance and share their coding knowledge. This year students decided to focus on Python as a great intro to coding. Through monthly meetings, students develop their codes together with the goal of making interactive games. The club encourages students to explore the pathway in Computer Science by taking courses at MC that offer them a chance to explore the path such as Intro to Computer Science (Python), AP Computer Science (Java), and Intro to Data Science (R programming).
  Moderator: Mo Adib

• Finance Club

  The Finance Club is a group of students interested in learning about different investment vehicles. In the fall semester, club members compete in the Wharton Business School Global High School Investment Competition, which has a stock investment focus. Additionally, students meet to hear from guest speakers on topics of interest ranging from basic home financial management to different classes of investments, including securities, real estate, franchises, and venture capital. Speakers vary from year to year.
  Moderator: Anthony Edwinson

• Fishing Club

  Fishing Club is a fun and inclusive group for students who enjoy fishing or want to learn more about the sport. Open to all experience levels, the club offers opportunities to explore local fishing spots, learn about different techniques, practice environmental stewardship, and participate in friendly competitions. Members also discuss topics like conservation, aquatic ecosystems, and outdoor safety. Whether you're an experienced angler or just curious, the Fishing Club is a great way to connect with nature and fellow students who share a passion for the outdoors.
  Club Moderator: Mr. Brennan Krebs

• Future Innovators Club

  Future Innovators Club is a community of students passionate about using STEM, innovation, and creativity to make a positive impact on the world. The club provides a supportive environment for members who are driven to create change based on their passions. Throughout the year, students participate in guest speaker events, collaborative study sessions, and service opportunities, including teaching STEM and innovation skills to learners of all ages.
  Club Moderator: Mrs. Gabby Ostovarpour

• GeoGuessr Club

  GeoGuessr is an online geography game that drops players into a random Google Street View location and challenges them to figure out where they are on a world map. The purpose of this club is to encourage people to learn about geography and world culture through this fun game. 
  Moderator: Ryan Sweeny

• Hearts and Hands Club

  The Hearts and Hands Club encourages students to love their neighbors through service, following the example of the Good Samaritan. Members build meaningful connections with seniors in Marin County by planning and hosting activities and celebrations at local senior homes, especially around holidays. The club meets during lunch to plan upcoming events, with optional but encouraged weekend service opportunities a couple of times each month.
  Moderator: Brittany Diego

• Italian Club

  Through activities and outings, students learn about the culture and language of Italy. Attending the San Francisco Opera, enjoying the Italian Film Festival, watching the Columbus Day Parade in San Francisco, preparing Italian food, and discussing current Italian events, promote a deeper understanding and greater appreciation for Italian culture.
  Moderator: Jeannie Mitchell

• Letter of Love Club

  Letters of Love  is a global nonprofit organization with a mission to provide emotional support to children battling serious illnesses by creating hand-crafted, heartfelt letters. This club meets once a month to create cards and write letters of support for pediatric cancer patients. The club's goal is to change the world with kindness and simple acts of love, one letter at a time.
  Moderator: Mr.Dave Basso

• Lunch With Heart Club

  Lunch with Heart is a Marin Catholic club dedicated to building friendships through our partnership with Oak Hill School in San Anselmo. Oak Hill serves autistic students ages 6–22, providing a supportive environment where they can learn and grow. Each month, the Lunch with Heart club invites Oak Hill students and teachers to join us on campus for a special lunchtime visit. These gatherings offer a meaningful opportunity for Oak Hill and Marin Catholic students to connect, socialize, and enjoy some fun outside the classroom.  We typically meet in the gym foyer, share pizza, play basketball, and listen to music. It is a ton of fun!
  Moderator: Janie Rockett

• Math Club

  Math Club includes a group of students who love math and problem-solving and meet to solve interesting and challenging math and logic problems. Students also prepare for and participate in the American Math Competition at Marin Catholic and the TEAMS Competition (Tests of Engineering Aptitude, Math, and Science) at Stanford University.
  Moderators: Michael Onofre

• 'MC LIVE' Performing Club

  MC LIVE (2nd Semester) is a student-run production open to all Marin Catholic students. Anyone can be a part of MC LIVE - it requires no experience and has many opportunities. MC LIVE is created, produced, and performed by students. It is a comedy sketch show that is very similar to the popular show Saturday Night Live. MC LIVE’S main goal is to incorporate students from all aspects of MC and produce an entertaining and funny show for the community.
  Moderator: Carmen Doane-Barkar

• MC Message Club

  The Message Club raises awareness about student-athlete mental health while encouraging open conversations about mental health throughout the MC community. Members help share the mission of Morgan’s Message and organize activities at school and in the community, including games, workouts, and other events held in Morgan’s honor. Through education, awareness, and community, the club encourages students to support one another and helps reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
  Moderator: Joe Ward

• MC TV Club

  MC TV Club is a student-run film club that shoots, edits and posts videos on social media, which promote on-going happenings in the performing arts at MC. No experience necessary! All students welcome!
  Moderator: Carmen Doane-Barkan

• Model UN

  Model UN is a club that prepares students in their diplomacy and public speaking skills through role playing as diplomats and simulating the United Nations. At the conferences, Marin Catholic competes as a team, representing a country, where we debate and work to solve global issues. 
  Moderator: Debra Dharmer

• Monthly Mission

  Monthly Mission aims to help students develop empathy and a deeper understanding of underserved communities through monthly service projects. Each month, members will learn about a specific group or cause before organizing a drive tailored to that community’s needs—for example, supporting women experiencing homelessness or financial hardship by collecting hygiene products, professional clothing, maternal supplies, and menstrual products. The club will meet twice monthly—first to learn, discuss, and plan, and then to collect, organize, and prepare donations. The goal is to make service more meaningful by helping students understand who they are serving and why, rather than simply completing service hours.
  Moderator: Olivia Burr

• Multicultural Club

  This group fosters a community within the minority populations at Marin Catholic. The club’s focus is to create a support network for its members and families and provide an intentional space for building bridges to connect all students at Marin Catholic.
  Moderators: Suzanne Gooder and Kate Zamacona

• Music With A Mission Club

  Music With A Mission is a service club that was founded to live out Marin Catholic’s mission of service by bringing music to those in need of company and happiness. This club strives to share the joy of music with our community and unite others in a special way.
  
  Music With A Mission invites Marin Catholic students to participate in collaborative, musical performances for residents at elderly care facilities. Our meetings are every second and fourth Tuesday of the month during the first half of CATS. During these meetings, members rehearse the songs they will perform during upcoming service trips. Music With A Mission is an enjoyable way to be a leader in your community and spread happiness through music!
  Moderator: Ben Lauffer

• Pilates with a Purpose

  Pilates with a Purpose brings students together through movement, community, and service. Members participate in Pilates classes on Saturdays while raising awareness and funds for charities that support mental and physical health. Through each class and fundraiser, the club creates an opportunity for students to come together, stay active, and support causes that make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
  Moderator: Terrie Freni-Johnson

• PreMed Club

  The Pre Med Club is to serve students interested in the medical field and help them pursue their passions for helping others. We want to provide information on how their paths may look if they do choose to pursue a career in the medical field whether that be a physician, nurse, pharmacist, or any other professions in the field. We strive to accomplish this through special speakers, unique fundraising programs, and hospital donations. The special speakers will speak about all aspects of their jobs, giving students a better grasp of their future in medicine. We will take part in fundraising programs, such as Blood Cancer United, that will help raise money for cancer patients and research. Additionally, we are working to teach students CPR and how to react to medical emergencies.
  Moderator: Mrs.Brittany Diego

• Project Joy Club

  Project Joy supports children in the hospital through compassion, prayer, fundraising, and encouraging messages. Members meet monthly during lunch to write notes to children, offering kindness and support during challenging times. The club also hosts bake sales in the fall and spring to raise funds and find meaningful ways to bring joy and hope to children and their families.
  Moderator: Debra Dharmar

• Quiz Bowl Club

  Do you like to watch Jeopardy? Do you fall down Wikipedia rabbit holes? Do you know a lot of random things? Then Quiz Bowl is the club for you!
  
  Quiz Bowl is an academic competition in which two teams of students compete to answer as many questions as possible on topics including literature, history, science, art, music, mythology, religion, philosophy, social science, geography, current events, and pop culture. During our weekly meetings, we prepare for our competitions against other Bay Area schools by reading and answering questions from past tournaments.
  Moderator: Bayard Miller

• Read to Those in Need Club

  Read to Those in Need encourages students to serve communities beyond Marin Catholic through a shared love of reading and education. Members support children and schools in underserved communities through book drives, fundraising for schools in need, volunteering with day care programs, and other service opportunities. The club gives students a chance to connect with new communities while sharing resources, time, and the joy of reading.
  Moderator: David Friend

• Rotary Interact Club

  The goal of the Marin Catholic Rotary Interact Club: Take action, build international understanding, and make new friends around the world. MC Rotary Interact club brings together young people ages 14-18 to develop leadership skills while discovering the power of Service Above Self. The benefits students get from the Marin Catholic Rotary Interact Club is the opportunity to connect with leaders in our community and around the world to:
  1. Take action to make a difference in our school and community.
  2. Discover new cultures and promote international understanding.
  3. Become a leader in our school and community.
  4. Have fun and make new friends at MC and from around the world.
  What does the MC Rotary Interact Club do?
  We organize at least two projects every year, one that helps our school and/or community and one that promotes international understanding. The MC Rotary Interact Club is sponsored and mentored by the San Rafael Evening Rotary Club, and they guide us as we carry out projects and develop leadership skills. We encourage our students to celebrate the global impact of Interact by getting involved in: Rotary Youth Leadership Awakening (RYLA), World Interact Week, Interact Video Awards, Rotary Youth Day at the United Nations, and Global Youth Service Day.
  Moderator: Kellen Troxell & Garrett Martin

• St. Vincent de Paul Club

  The St. Vincent de Paul Club is an organized group of individuals that work to raise awareness on international issues such as slavery, oppression, and health concerns. The club collects clothes for local drives every January, receives donations for overseas causes during Lent and holds regular bake sales in support of worthy causes.

• Trail Crew Club

  The MC Trail Crew brings students together through a shared love of mountain biking while living out Marin Catholic’s mission to lead students to Jesus Christ by exploring Mt. Tam and appreciating the beauty of God’s creation. Members gather for Sunday afternoon rides, connect with Marin’s mountain biking community at local races, and participate in volunteer opportunities with environmental organizations. The club also hopes to bring the wider MC community together through an alumni mountain biking ride. Occasional meetings are held during the school day to plan upcoming rides, events, and service opportunities.

  Moderator: Michael Brady

• Surf Club

  We are stoked to introduce the MC Surfing club! MC Surfing club looks to connect kids who share a love for the ocean and surfing! We will do things like group paddle outs and other community bonding events. We can't wait to hear from you and catch some waves!
  Moderator: Joe Ward

• The Prowl Newspaper

  The Prowl Newspaper is a student-run newspaper club, exploring, investigating, and reporting on topics both interesting and relevant to today's high school students.. Members can participate in many ways, from writing feature articles, editing and design review, artistic layout and original content, and topic research.
  Moderator: Tim Navone

• Warhammer Club

  The Warhammer Club builds a welcoming community where students can connect through creativity, strategy, and friendly competition. Members develop teamwork, patience, respect, and collaboration through strategy games, painting models, group activities, and tournament participation. Whether students are experienced players or completely new to Warhammer, the club provides a fun and inclusive space to learn, create, and build friendships.
  Moderator: Nick Campagna 

• Yearbook

  The Yearbook Club is comprised of a small group of students with a passion for photography, layout design, copy editing, and journalism. Yearbook members are dedicated to documenting the school year as well as capturing the feel and tenor of life on our campus.
  
  Staff members learn and improve their journalistic skills, through writing, and copyediting. Staff members are often sharpening their photographic skills on and off campus. Teamwork is essential within our Yearbook staff, as well as active participation, school leadership, and juggling deadlines.
  
  Yearbook meetings are held in the Library Media Room during club and student meeting time. However, the majority of the work is completed outside of school, with sections requiring strict deadlines. Being a member of this club is a commitment of time and dedication. In return for this rewarding work, Yearbook staff members develop lifelong skills that will support their future academic and occupational endeavors while creating something that will last a lifetime.
  
  We are always looking for organized and dedicated students to join the team. Interested in being part of Marin Catholic history? We would love to have you. Please contact the club moderators for more information!
  
  Moderators: Mimi Murphy mmurphy@marinccatholic.org and Kate Zamacona kzamacona@marincatholic.org.