School District of Monroe

Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is the national organization for all secondary school students participating in business educational classes. The purpose of FBLA is to provide, as part of the instructional program, additional integrated learning opportunities in business and/or business-related fields to develop vocational and career supportive competencies and to promote civic and personal responsibilities.

Fun opportunities: SERVICE PROJECTS, TRIPS, GATHERINGS, COMPETITIONS, SANTA LETTERS, COOKIES, LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE. So much FUN!

Everyone is welcome!

Meetings: Third Wednesday of the month

Advisors: Mrs. Bartels

Our Mission: FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education.

Meetings: Third Thursday of the month during PM FLEX

Advisor: Mrs. Pernot 

Investment Club seeks to inform students not only about the financial markets, but also about the management and development of companies. We compete in competitions which involve investing artificial money in different equities to get the most appreciation. Presentations from experts and members of the club will improve our understanding of the financial markets and allow for more success now and in the future. If you're interested in the way businesses develop and investing in general, please join MHS Investment Club.

Meetings: Second Tuesday of the month during afternoon FLEX

Advisor:

Math Club is looking for students interested in participating at UW-Platteville's High School Mathematics Contest. Other opportunities for MHS Math Club members on MATH MONDAYS include math tutoring, programming the TI-84 Calculator and operating the TI Rover.

Advisor: Mr. Bordner

What it is: Model UN is an exciting way to learn more about international diplomacy, write argumentative position papers, debate current global issues, and meet hundreds of students interested in global politics.  Students write, edit, and submit position papers supporting a nation’s interests on a current issue.  While playing their roles as ambassadors at the Wisconsin High School Model United Nations conference, a two day/overnight event at UW Milwaukee every year, student "delegates" make speeches, prepare draft resolutions, negotiate with allies and adversaries, and resolve conflicts that affect countries all over the world.  

How to join: Attend the first meeting of the year and complete an intent to participate form (signed by student and parent/guardian). Members then pay the MHS activity fee and complete and abide by the MHS Code of Conduct for Activities.  Please see MHS announcements for dates and times.

Accomplishments: In the past, students have received awards at the WHSMUN conference at UW-Milwaukee for their position papers, and we look forward to helping more do the same.

Websites:    

• WHSMUN  Wisconsin High School Model United Nations
• UNAUSA  United Nations Association Model United Nations
• Meetings: Second Thursday of the month during FLEX

Co-advisors: Mr. Jubeck, Mrs. B. Davis

Organization details: Since 1916, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) is the preeminent organization of and national voice for middle level and high school principals, assistant principals, and aspiring school leaders from across the United States and more than 45 countries around the world. The mission of NASSP is to promote excellence in middle level and high school leadership. NASSP also promotes the intellectual growth, academic achievement, character and leadership development, and physical well-being of youth. NASSP is proud to have founded and to administer the National Honor SocietyTM (NHS), the National Junior Honor SocietyTM (NJHS), National Elementary Honor SocietyTM (NEHS), and the National Association of Student CouncilsTM (NASC).

How to become involved/join: Any sophomores or juniors with a 3.5 GPA or higher will receive an invitation in the spring to join NHS. Applicants must fill out an application chronicling his or her achievements in the areas of leadership, scholarship and service. Furthermore, applicants must write an essay describing why he or she would be an asset to the Monroe Chapter of NHS. A faculty council reviews all applicants and those who have been accepted into NHS receive notification by the end of the school year. All new NHS members are inducted into the society in a formal ceremony in October.

Past Accomplishments: NHS volunteers in the school and Monroe community. Some notable activities we sponsor are: packing boxes for the Women's Club Christmas stocking, reading to elementary children in the School District of Monroe on Dr. Seuss' birthday and participating in an annual Rake and Run, where members rake people's leaves and run before being recognized. Last year, the society's 50 members contributed over 1,000 hours of volunteer work in the Monroe community.

Links to national site: National Honor Society

Meetings: First Thursday of the month at 7:30am

Advisor: Mr. Mathiason

MHS Science Club is a service organization promoting science literacy. 

Science Club Events:

• CARVING PUMPKINS FOR CHEMISTRY CLASS
• EINSTEIN EXPO VOLUNTEERING OPPORTUNITY
• CHALLENGING EXPERIMENTS
• GRADE SCHOOL DEMONSTRATION DAY

Meetings: Every other Tuesday during PM FLEX

Advisor: Ms. Ochsner

Art Club’s Mission is to serve our School and Community through Art.

• Help with School Wide Art Projects.
• Participate in community art initiatives.
• Fundraise  for Art Scholarships, Projects and Initiatives.
• Be Creative!
• Meet new people!
• Be part of an innovative Team!

Meetings: First Thursday of the month during PM FLEX

Advisors:  Mrs. Douglas, Mrs. Jablonski

Forensics (4N6) is a school organization that focuses on the art of performing public speaking and acting. There are both individual and group competitions in various acting, reading and speaking categories. Forensics is a great activity for someone who wants to be involved but doesn't have extra time. Forensics looks great on college applications, and it can help you improve your confidence for public speaking and being in front of a crowd. Practices are weekly and will last approximately 15 minutes after your piece is selected.

The MHS Forensics team begins its practice season in late September/early October (look for announcements and letters about our first informational meeting!). From October to December, we write and find our pieces and practice to get them competition ready. Our competition season runs from January-April each year, ending with the WHSFA State tournament at UW Madison.

You should join 4N6 if...

• You are an outstanding public speaker or actor
• You like to have fun!
• You are quiet and need an activity to open you up and help you make friends
• You need an outlet to express your creative side
• You want an activity that looks great on college applications!

See Ms. Schultz in Room Y05 for more information!

Meetings: FLEX and evening virtual practices and meets

Advisors:  Ms. Schultz     Mrs. Dilley     Mrs. Kister 

MHS Theatre has a busy season planned for 2025-2026 with lots of opportunities for students to get involved and for our community to see some outstanding productions!  Be sure to watch your email for announcements about auditions or contact Mrs. Jenny Bochar for more information.

Starting in the Fall, students will have an opportunity to be a part of our award-winning Competition One Act cast!  This group participates in the Wisconsin Interscholastic Speech and Dramatic Arts One Act competition and has made it to the State level of competition in the three years we have been participating.  

Each Fall, we also produce a full-length play.  

This year, MHS Theatre will host their 4th annual Holiday Extravaganza!  This show played to sold-out crowds last year and is quickly becoming a community tradition. A wonderful evening filled with your favorite wintry delights, this show features our Monroe High School Choirs, Monroe Middle School Choirs, Monroe High School Jazz Band, with skits written and performed by our Monroe High School Theatre students and some spectacular solos.  You won't want to miss this event filled with holiday fun for the whole family! Proceeds from the Holiday Extravaganza help support MHS Theatre productions and fund equipment purchases for the PAC. A portion will also be donated to the Monroe School Arts Booster Club (established in 2024 through the Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin) which will help fund arts activities and field trips for students in all our schools.

Our Musical this year will be TBD.

The 24-Hour Plays! Students will write, direct, produce, and perform a series of One-Act plays in just 24 hours. We are so excited to provide this opportunity for students to jump out of their comfort zones and challenge themselves. Look for more information on the School District of Monroe's Facebook page.

In 2025, we will be bringing our Summer School musical to the stage for our 8th year! More information will be available in the 2025 Summer School course book about this super fun opportunity.

We are so excited about this year and hope you will be able to join us!

Pit orchestra starts the December before the musical and has a two hour rehearsal one night a week leading up to the musical. The two weeks prior to the musical rehearsals are held every afternoon from 4-6 pm. 

Many graduates of the MHS band program reflect fondly on their time spent in pit orchestra for the school musical. All band students have the opportunity to participate in this valuable experience. Pit orchestra comes with the musical challenge of performing with live vocalists and requires a certain level of excellence.

How to become involved / join: You must be involved in MHS Concert Band or Wind Ensemble to audition. Auditions are held the December prior to the musical. For more information contact TBD.

Want to be part of the action for the Fall Play and Spring Musical, but not sure you want to be on stage? Join Theater Crew! What will you be doing?

• Designing, Building and Painting Sets
• Working with Costumes & Props
• Helping with Sound & Lighting
• Working Behind the Scenes
• Doing Theatrical Makeup and Hair
• Having a lot of fun with a really great group of students & teachers!

Meetings: After school - 3-4 days per week for shows

Advisor: Mrs. Davis

In coordination with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Green County, Monroe School District elementary students are matched up with Monroe High School Students. The high school students mentor the elementary students with games and activities provided by BBBS, a snack is also provided, and sometimes a little bit of homework help for the elementary students! Big Brothers Big Sisters meets on Mondays after school from 3:30-4:30 starting the last Monday of October through the last Monday of February every school year! We have an estimated 20-25 high school students each year.

If you are interested in the Monroe Big Brothers Big Sisters Friends Mentoring Program, applications are available in the MHS office. You can also contact Traci Newman or call 608-279-5993 for more information.

You can change the world – just start with your corner of it!  All Junior Optimist Clubs share the same mission, “Kids Helping Kids,” and a resolute determination to choose optimism in the face of adversity. 

Community service is the basis of Junior Optimist Clubs. Our club plans and completes at least one community service project each month. The projects range from visiting a nursing home to hosting Prom for Pennies, our annual dress sale that benefits Jacob’s SWAG, a suicide awareness and prevention group in Monroe, WI. 

Meetings: Wednesdays during PM FLEX

MHS Advisor: Ms. Lehto  

Link to relevant social media:

• Facebook - JOI.MHS.Monroe.WI
• Instagram: mhsjunioroptimists
• Snapchat: mjunioroptimist

We promote caring as a way of life.

Key Club is a student-led, high school organization. Our members make the world a better place through service. In doing so, we grow as individuals and as leaders by answering the call to lead, summoning the courage to engage and developing the heart to serve.

Click here for the Monroe Key Club website.

Meetings: Second and Fourth Tuesday of the month during PM FLEX

Advisors: Mr. Stroinski

Link Crew organizes our freshmen orientation program and helps provide a connection between incoming students and our school community. If you are interested in learning leadership skills and helping students foster relationships with their peers, classmates, teachers, and school then Link Crew is for you! All who have a willingness to help others are welcome to apply. 

Advisors: Mr. Bordner, Mr. Lentz, Mrs. Roidt, Ms. Brant, Mr. Sagrero-Sosa

The purpose of AFS Club is to have fun making international friendships through planning activities with our exchange students at MHS. Members get to know our exchange students who are studying in Monroe for the entire year, many from the AFS exchange program. Students share American culture and learn about other cultures. There are opportunities to host an exchange students or travel  to live and study in another country for the summer, a semester, or a year! AFS is a non-profit international exchange program with 40 participating countries worldwide.

How to become involved:

• Who can join?  Anyone
• When does AFS Club meet? Third Thursday of each month at 7:40am in Y05
• Do I have to pay dues? NO!  Just help with our fundraiser in the winter
• Do I have to host or travel if I join?  Absolutely not!  Just come to our meetings and get-togethers and make new internationally-minded friends
• How do I join? Come to our meetings or see one of the advisors

Activities: Pizza in the Park ♦ Haunted Forest Field Trip ♦ Ice Skating & Sledding ♦Trampoline Park ♦ Game Nights, Movie Nights, etc.♦ Zoo Trip ♦ Ice Cream Socials

Advisor: Mr. Dickson

Chess is a fun game that incorporates many aspects of the IB learner profile: knowledgeable, inquirers, thinkers, communicators, principled, open-minded, caring, risk-takers, balanced, and reflective. The Chess Club is meant to foster intellectual growth while having fun. Run by students for students. Beginners to experts welcomed! There is something for everyone!

Advisor: Mr. Jubeck

EXPLORE nature
LEARN about current issues
CREATE projects to make your community a better place

Meetings: Weekly every Thursday during PM FLEX

Advisors: Mrs. Dilley     Mr. Dickson

Hosting is fun!

A student exchange program in Costa Rica will teach you about eco-tourism and allow you to improve your Spanish skills. Costa Rica is known for it's amazing natural richness. A foreign exchange program in Costa Rica is an excellent way of learning about the vibrant culture and citizens of this country.

MHS students will also have the opportunity to host Costa Rican students on their trip to Monroe, Wisconsin. Sharing your classroom, school and home experiences can be rewarding and fun! 

Meetings: As needed

Advisors: Mrs. Kister     Mrs. Rossing

At Monroe High School, the Dungeons and Dragons (D&D) club invites students to embark on exciting adventures filled with creativity and strategy. Meeting Tuesdays during second Flex, the club blends the art of storytelling with practical math skills, as players navigate their way through imaginative worlds, solve puzzles, and work together to achieve their goals. The D&D club offers a fun and engaging space for all students to explore their creativity, sharpen their problem-solving abilities, and enjoy epic journeys with friends.  

Meetings: Tuesdays during PM FLEX

Advisors: Mr. Strunz     Mrs. B. Davis

Fashion Club enjoys activities as well as plans and organizes club events. Fashion Club is looking for people with all kinds of different styles and perspectives to join. If you are interested in style, art or beauty consider joining the MHS Fashion Club this year!

Meetings: Third Thursday of the month during PM FLEX

Advisor: Mrs. Douglas

The GSA is a support group, an alliance between straight students and LGBTQ students, that encourages people to be themselves.

Our Mission Statement is: The goal of the GSA is to unite MHS in the understanding that love is love and that everyone has the freedom and safety to be themselves.

How to become involved:

• Come to our meetings or attend our events
• Participate in the Day of Silence and other activism
• Treat everyone with respect and kindness
• Support our mission

Activities include:

• Pride Pin Party -- This fall, Join GSA as we celebrate the multitude of gender and sexual identities. We will host a party where you can make your own pin, which can be a pride flag or another symbol/image that celebrates you. Wear your pin with pride!
• Tie Dye Extravaganza -- This winter, support GSA by joining us as we individually create t-shirts that honor the multitude of identities at MHS
• Day of Silence -- This spring, participate in the Day of Silence. This is a student-led national event that brings attention to anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying, and harassment in schools. Students from middle school to college take a vow of silence in an effort to encourage schools and classmates to address the problem of anti-LGBT behavior by illustrating the silencing effect of bullying and harassment on LGBT students and those perceived to be LGBT.

Meetings: Bi-weekly during FLEX 

Advisors:  Ms. Schultz    Mrs. Kister

Student Senate is the representative body of the student population. It is a collective voice to express opinions and or concerns that are added to meeting agendas, where either the principal or associate principal attend. Agendas are developed and brought forth by representatives of each grade. Six Student Senate members from each grade are elected by their classmates. Anyone can run. You must submit papers in the Spring prior to the Spring election.

We help plan and organize the following events:

• Homecoming
• Fall and Spring Blood Drives
• Winter Week
• Valentines Day Candy Grams
• Day of Service

Meetings: First and Third Tuesday of every month before school

Advisors: Mrs. Roidt