A guide to Activities at Westwood High School

JSA (Junior State of America)
Description: The Junior State of America is a very entertaining and beneficial club nationwide in
which members debate about fun AND serious topics, discuss controversial issues during
thought talks, and exercise their leadership skills, ability to think on their feet, and the ability to
communicate their ideas during a variety of role-playing scenarios such as Crisis Scenarios,
Mock Congresses, Quiz Bowls, and other fun events!
Our meetings are fun, not too long, and by coming to them, you can learn a lot of tools which
will help you throughout life.
Meeting times: 8:20 a.m. Tuesdays
Dues: $10
Sponsor: Bill Blaine Phone: 464-4190
MU ALPHA THETA
Description: Mu Alpha Theta is the national honorary math society. An induction ceremony is
held in the fall for qualified students. The club participates in community service and presents
the Michael Johnston Memorial scholarship in the spring.
Sponsor: Elaine Gonzales Phone: 464-3959
Membership Requirements: Members are high school students who have at least junior
standing and are enrolled in a fifth semester of college preparatory mathematics, provided that
this work has been done with distinction. The grade average must be ninety-five (95) or above
for regular classes, or ninety (90) or above for TAG or Pre AP/IB classes.
Meeting Day & Time: 2nd Wednesday of each month, before and after school
Time Commitment: Half hour meetings, fund raisers, and community service
Dues: $20.00 per year for new members, and $10.00 for old members
Fund-raiser: One sale per year, either candy sales and/or book sox sale
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