Activities
LMHS ACTIVITIES :
CLASS of 2026 – (Sponsors: Mr. Feeney -FeeneyB@lmsd.org & Ms. Mellet -MelletA@lmsd.org) Class of 2026: Welcome back SENIORS! Let’s make our last year at LMHS a year to remember! We’ve got a lot of exciting events planned to celebrate our class; be on the lookout for ways to get involved.
CLASS of 2027 – (Sponsors: Ms. Dolente - DolentT@lmsd.org & Ms. Rehak -RehakC@lmsd.org) – Our goal is to promote a positive culture at the high school and raise money for events that bring students together. In doing so we hope to build a school environment that thrives for all students at Lower Merion. We will be holding various events and fundraisers throughout the year.
CLASS of 2028 – (Sponsors: Mr. Deegan - DeeganJ@lmsd.org & Dr. Rodriguez -RodrigM@lmsd.org) – Class of 2028 – our goal is to encourage and develop a sense of community and belonging among the class and the LMHS School Community as whole. We work directly with class officers and Administration to plan events and fundraisers to benefit the Class of 2028 while fostering school spirit and LM pride among all students.
CLASS of 2029 –(Sponsors: Ms. Nigro - NigroM@lmsd.org & Mr. Long- LongM@lmsd.org ). As the sponsors of the Class of 2029, it is our mission to advise the class officers and help our class foster sense of community and school spirit so that all students feel a sense of belonging. Be on the lookout for a variety of fundraisers and events that will help support the Class of 2029 and build a positive experience for all students.
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL - (Sponsor: Mr. Severini – SeveriN@lmsd.org ) - Amnesty works towards the amendment of human rights violations worldwide. Members write letters to foreign dignitaries, have political discussions, watch films, make posters, raise money / charitable clothing drives, and attend volunteer / charitable events. The club meets every two weeks in the sponsor's room. To join please complete Amnesty International Interest Form.
ART FORUM - (Sponsor: Ms. Robb – RobbS@lmsd.org) – The Art Forum is a club for art enthusiasts who appreciate viewing, discussing, and creating art. Weekly meetings feature hands-on studio activities, engaging conversations within the LMSD art community, and the exploration of resources to inspire visits to galleries and museums. Additionally, the club participates in outreach initiatives designed to raise awareness of the visual arts throughout the community.
BEST BUDDIES - (Sponsor: Ms. Van Horn - VanhornH@lmsd.org & Mr. Datsko - DatskoA@lmsd.org ) - Lower Merion's Best Buddies Chapter provides students with developmental and intellectual differences an opportunity to be matched with a peer with typical abilities from their school community. This match offers both peers the opportunity to build lasting friendships that continue after high school. Best Buddies main purpose is to socialize beyond the school community. Many peer relationships enjoy time on the phone, texting, going to the movies, sporting events or walking through Suburban Square for a Saturday lunch. There is a mandatory 1 time per month group activities and computer log-in requirements.
BLACK STUDENT UNION - (Sponsor: Mrs. Cooke - CookeD@lmsd.org ) - The Black Student Union (BSU) at Lower Merion High School serves as the unifying organization for BIPOC students and organizations. BSU is dedicated to supporting the well-being of the Black community at LMHS, providing a safe and affirming space for Black students, and addressing DEI issues that impact the Black community on campus and beyond. The organization also develops programs and activities to advocate for and uplift the wider BIPOC community, while collaborating with other Affinity Groups to build connection and solidarity across campus. Meetings: Executive Board: Biweekly / General Membership: Once a month
buildOn - (Sponsors: Ms. McDermott – McdermMe@lmsd.org & Ms. Dyson - DysonM@lmsd.org) - BuildOn is focused on providing volunteer opportunities for all students, serving the Lower Merion community as well as the greater Philadelphia region. Areas of focus include education, environment, and health/nutrition.
CHESS CLUB - (Sponsor: Mr. Swope - SwopeT@lmsd.org ) - The Chess Club provides participants with the opportunity to improve their chess skills through both practice and competition in the Main Line Chess League. Club completes at both individual and team level. The club meets on Wednesdays in room 229 for matches and practice.
CLUB ACE (formerly Friendship Club) - (Sponsor: Ms. Nigro - NigroM@lmsd.org & Ms Stemen – StemenA@lmsd.org ) – Club ACE provides students with developmental and intellectual differences who have completed 4 years of high school an opportunity to engage socially with typical peers of a similar age from their school community. Club ACE will focus on exposure to a variety of leisure-lifetime activities, including: learning about cultures, yoga, painting, pottery, cooking, walking for fitness, etc.
CULTURAL CLUBS
(French): (Sponsor: Ms. Vargas - VargasL@lmsd.org) - The goal of the French Club is to encourage an appreciation and interest in French culture. Membership is not restricted to French Language students. We enjoy French cooking, music, cinema, art, and language. French Club meets monthly for officers and monthly for general membership.
(Spanish): (Sponsor: Ms. Nemoy - NemoyS@lmsd.org) - The goal of the LMHS Spanish club is to provide exposure to the Hispanic culture, promote Latino diversity and create awareness and sensitive to cultural differences, in both the school setting and in the broad community. The club is open to all students, even those who do not study/speak Spanish. We hope to increase their love for Hispanic culture, by exposing them to activities such as eating in authentic restaurants, learning Spanish dances, making piñatas, watching Spanish movies and taking trips to Hispanic neighborhoods to interact with native speakers. Meetings are monthly for officers and general membership.
DANCE TEAM – Dance Team (Sponsor: Ms. Canady – CanadyP@lmsd.org )The Lower Merion Dance Team is a vibrant group of student performers who bring passion, energy, and style to every stage they step on. With strong commitment to various dance styles and regular practices throughout the year, the dance team delivers high-impact performances that light up school events and boost school spirit. Whether it’s a pep rally, halftime show, or special event, the Dance Team is always ready to entertain and inspire. Don’t miss the rhythm-be part of the movement!
DAWGMA – (Sponsor: Mr. Lavery - LaveryS@lmsd.org / Mr. Gagliardi - GagliaJ@lmsd.org / Mr. Piotrowski - PiotroM@lmsd.org ) Lower Merion’s competition robotics team. DAWGMA allows students an opportunity to work alongside professional mentors to use their STEM skills in the FIRST Robotics Competition. Aspects of the team include programming, electronics, CAD, design, fabrication, digital media, business, community outreach, and data analytics.
DEBATE TEAM - (Sponsor: Mr. Levy - LevyM@lmsd.org ) - The Debate Team will compete in Lincoln-Douglas Debate in monthly tournaments against local teams. There are three formats of debate and students can compete as individuals or in pairs. The club meets every week during the school year. There will be opportunities to compete in state and national tournaments also. Beginners welcome to learn this interesting and philosophical debate format.
DOLPHIN (Literary Magazine) - (Sponsor: Ms. Shannon - shannod@lmsd.org ) - The Dolphin is Lower Merion's student-run literary club and magazine. Students meet throughout the year to read, discuss, and examine literary works of peers, while developing their own writing skills. Poetry, prose and art are collected and published on both The Dolphin website and in the yearly print edition.
ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB - (Sponsor: Ms. O'Bannon - obanns@lmsd.org) Members of the Environmental Club motivate students in the LM community to commit themselves to a life of earth friendly behavior and to raise student awareness of environmental issues in and around our community and the world. This is accomplished through fundraisers, field trips, guest speakers focused on current issues, community service activities, stream testing, environmental awareness programs given at elementary schools, and more. Club meetings are every Wednesday after school in room 320/TBD.
FILM & PHOTOGRAPHY CLUBS - (Sponsor: Mr. Walsh - WalshB@lmsd.org ) -The purpose of the Film & Photography Club is to provide a forum, instruction, and community to the students at Lower Merion, as well as introduce new media to other artists here that may never have explored film & photography before. The students in the club participate in all aspects of video and film projects. They are involved in writing, editing, directing, acting, filming, and producing original works. The Film Club is open to all interested students and meets regularly throughout the year: approximately once/week in the first semester and several times/week in the second semester during film production. All Film Club members partake in a public showing of their work at least once per school year. Club meetings vary.
FLOWER SHOW - (Sponsor: Ms. Stiebitz - StiebiL@lmsd.org ) - The Flower Show group consists of student volunteers in grades 9-12 who work throughout the fall and spring to design, plan, and install an exhibit at the Philadelphia Flower Show, which is in March at the Convention Center. Involvement in the club begins in September. No horticultural experience is necessary, though students who have skills and/or interests related to art, landscape design, and/or gardening are welcome! Contact Ms. Stiebitz for more information.
GRAPHIC DESIGN CLUB - (Sponsor: Mr. Walsh - WalshB@lmsd.org ) Graphic Design Club seeks to enhance the visual representation of other clubs, sports teams, and organizations at Lower Merion. We offer Skill Development Workshops focusing on the Adobe Suite, make designs for other clubs, and host numerous Guest Speakers—seasoned professionals in the design world—every year. Learn more at our website: lminsideout.com/graphic-design-club or visit Mr. Walsh in Room 134 in the Art Wing.
LMHS TV - (Sponsors: Mr. Seibert – SeiberS@lmsd.org) - LMHS students develop daily morning announcements news broadcast, which will be viewable by the community and students via YouTube. Club participants act as on-air personalities, camera-persons, video editors and spotters necessary to broadcast select LMHS events.
MATH CLUB - (Sponsor: Mr. Hawkins - HawkinW@lmsd.org ) - The Math Club is dedicated to inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school. Math is a recreational activity! We take part in a number of home and away competitions. We will pose, explore and play with diverse problems. Membership Club meetings vary with competitions and activities. We also host LIMT – The Lower Merion Invitational Math Tournament for Middle Schools for greater Philadelphia Middle Schools.
MERIONITE - (Sponsor: Mr. Henneberry - HennebC@lsmd.org) - The Merionite is the school newspaper of Lower Merion High School. Since 1929, The Merionite has documented the accomplishments and happenings of the Lower Merion School Community. Published both in print and online (at www.themerionite.org), the writers, photographers, graphic designers, artists and editors of The Merionite cover major news events affecting the school, highlight club and sports activities, and focus on the lives of students and staff. In publishing the diverse opinions of student editors and members of the student body, The Merionite celebrates the rights of a free press.
MOCK TRIAL - (Sponsor: Ms. Pellegrino - PellegT@lmsd.org ) - The purpose of Mock Trial is to promote an understanding of law, the rights of individuals under law, courtroom procedures and etiquette, and healthy competition. "Cases" are prepared and presented for both the Prosecution/Plaintiff and Defense sides in courtrooms at the Montgomery County Courthouse, with professional lawyers and judges overseeing the proceedings. Mock Trial Club meetings are held on Monday afternoon from 3:15-4:45 in September and October. Once the new case is published (usually late October); Mock Trial meets at least 3 times a week (days are determined by the students) until February when the regional tournament begins. We attend 2 weekend tournaments in January. The Montgomery County Regional tournament occurs on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from February to March with practices being held Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
MUSIC CLUBS:
(Jazz Band) - (Sponsor: Mr. Neu - andrewneu@aol.com ) - The LM jazz band is a standard size jazz band that meets once a week to rehearse and perform jazz music of all styles and eras. The band creates a musically challenging environment using standard jazz repertoire while encouraging high levels of performance. The ensemble performs at events both in and out of school, including festivals and adjudications. The band has weekly practices.
(LM A Cappella) - (Sponsor: Mr. Hunnex - HunnexJ@lmsd.org) - Lower Merion A Cappella exists to create an outlet for talented vocalists in the Lower Merion High School music department. Through experiences in performances and rehearsals, students will learn professional conduct and courtesy, striving for excellence while representing LM. Groups and formats change from year to year to give students experience in a variety of a cappella ensembles. Audition required. Contact Mr. Hunnex for more information.
NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS) - (Sponsors/ Mrs. Gesacion - GesaciT@lmsd.org; Mr. Werley – Werleye@lmsd.org) - The National Honor Society is comprised of students recognized by the Lower Merion faculty for their outstanding achievements in academics, character, leadership, and service. Membership is open to selected juniors and seniors, with induction ceremonies held each spring. NHS members serve as peer tutors and mentors, offering support across all subject areas. Tutoring is available in the Learning Center throughout the school day, and one-to-one tutoring can also be arranged (based on tutor availability). To request a one-to-one NHS tutor, please complete the form below: https://forms.gle/EEx89x42buKZc9QD9
NSBE – (Sponsor: Ms. Carter-Montgomery - CarterC@lmsd.org) – Description/Information coming soon.
PLAYERS (Theatre) - (Sponsor: Mr. Kerr – KerrB@lmsd.org ) - PLAYERS is one of LM's largest activities. It is a student-run theatre organization that produces three shows a year- musical, drama and comedy. For those of you who don't Act, don't fear! PLAYERS' production and technical crews design Lights, Scenery, Costumes, Publicity, Sound, Make-up and Props- in other words, students do EVERYTHING for each show. https://sites.google.com/lmplayers.com/lmsd
QSU (Formerly AGSA) - (Sponsors: Ms. Christman - ChristN@lmsd.org & Ms. Crooks – CrooksK@lmsd.org ) - LM’s QSU is a student-run organization that unites LGBTQ+ and allied students to build relationships and organize around impactful issues in our school and community. Our purpose is primarily to provide social and support opportunities for our LGBTQ+ and allied students, but we also provide educational services via activities such as speakers, movies, and discussions.
S.A.G.E. (Student Activists for Greater Equality) - (Sponsor: Mr. Deegan – DeeganJ@lmsd.org ) - “The club's mission is to promote awareness, discussion, and advocacy among peer groups in the Lower Merion school community about social justice issues such as: gender equality, LGBTQ+ rights, race, ethnicity, class, disability, and sexual violence prevention and support. The club hosts student-led meetings in 308 during Lunch and Learn to discuss a range of topics and current events, along with ways to take action in the local community. All are welcome! To join the email list for updates about meetings, please contact Mr. Deegan. The club's main event each year is a student-run conference to promote awareness and activism as it connects to our mission statement.”
SCHOOL STORE - (Sponsor: Mr. Kline - KlineT@lmsd.org ) - The school store is responsible for the merchandizing needs of Lower Merion High School and its community. Students who are interested in business, design, marketing, management, and/or retail, may be interested in being part of the school store.
SCIENCE OLYMPIAD - (Head Coaches: Mr. Samulewicz - samulea@lmsd.org / Mrs. Cooke - cooked@lmsd.org / Ms. O’Bannon - obanns@lmsd.org / Mr. Werkheiser – werkhed@lmsd.org ). Science Olympiad is a team of 25 to 40 students who have strong interests/abilities in the sciences - physics, chemistry, biology, earth science and engineering/construction. The team participates in 6 to 8 competitions annually with the goal of reaching the Nationals tournament in May. These competitions are made up of 23 ‘events’ in which team members test their subject knowledge or test constructed devices against other teams from PA and other states. Meetings are after school Monday through Thursday in room 321. Times TBA.
SPEECH CLUB - (Sponsor: Mr. Levy - LevyM@lmsd.org ) - Speech provides students with various opportunities for public speaking. The club meets every week during the school year and attends monthly tournaments where they compete in various events such as Humorous Interpretation, Extemporaneous Speaking, and Dramatic Interpretation. There is a chance to compete in the state championship in the spring.
STUDENT COUNCIL - (Sponsor: Mr. Isselman - IsselmB@lmsd.org ) – We, the students of Lower Merion High School, in order to improve the academic and extracurricular aspects of our lives, foster positive change in the community, encourage school spirit, represent the needs and ideals of the Student Body to the administration, School Board of Directors, and the community at large, and to create a forum for student input, assert the existence and dedicate the purpose of Lower Merion Student Council.” (Student Council Constitution) Student Council meets on the third Thursday of the month in the LGI during 2nd lunch (meetings subject to change). All students are welcome to attend every meeting; attendance will be taken. To be an elected officer, candidates must attend at least half of the scheduled meetings during the school year. Student Council has a Constitution that is periodically revised after discussion of changes during 3 consecutive meetings.
TECHNOLOGY / ENGINEERING CLUB (TSA) - (Sponsors / Mr. Piotrowski - PiotroM@lmsd.org / Ms. Sand - SandJ@lmsd.org / Mr. Mansor – MansorJ@lmsd.org) - - The main goal of this club is to promote technology literacy and engineering principles by giving students the opportunity to compete in local, state, and national design & engineering competitions. Students develop proficiencies in the technology problem solving process, team building and leadership skills. This club is affiliated with the Technology Student Association, Meeting dates and times vary. For more information, please visit: https://sites.google.com/students.lmsd.org/lmtsa
WORLD AFFAIRS FORUM/MODEL UNITED NATIONS- (Sponsor: Mr. Kelly - KellyM@lmsd.org ) - The purpose of World Affairs Forum is to encourage students who are interested in international issues to broaden and deepen their interest. World Affairs Forum provides opportunities for this to happen through discussion during biweekly meetings in our school setting; Model United Nations provides students’ the opportunity to prepare for and participate in regional conferences periodically throughout the year. Our club also sponsors a Model UN conference allowing for student opportunities to participate in the planning, production, and conducting of a Model UN Conference.
YEARBOOK - (Sponsor: Ms. Stevens - StevenT@lmsd.org & Ms. Christman - ChristN@lmsd.org ) - LM's yearbook, Enchiridion, is an excellent opportunity for creative and dedicated people. The book is arranged chronologically, and our designers create pages to feature LM’s activities, academics, sports, student life, seniors and underclassmen. Photographers are always needed as pictures are the backbone of a great yearbook. It is tons of fun, but it takes a tremendous amount of effort, dedication, and teamwork to put together.
STUDENT LED OPPORTUNITIES:
For more information regarding the below student led opportunities, please contact the sponsors directly.
ACE SCHOLARS - (Sponsor: Ms. McKeon – MckeonK@lmsd.org)
ASIAN CULTURES CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Mirzanschall – MirzanS@lmsd.org)
BADMINTON TOURNAMENT CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Pisoni – PisoniK@lmsd.org)
BLOOD DRIVE – (Sponsor: Ms. Hoopes – HoopesS@lmsd.org & Mr. Paul – PaulM@lmsd.org)
BOOK CLUB - (Sponsor: Ms. Gavin - GavinD@lmsd.org)
CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP CLUB – (Sponsor: Mrs. Shannon – ShannoD@lmsd.org)
CHOPPED (formerly - Cooking Club) – (Sponsor: Ms. Montalvo – MontalJ@lmsd.org)
CLASSICS CULTURES CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Fireman – FiremaB@lmsd.org)
COACHES vs CANCER – (Sponsor: Mr. Downer – DownerG@lmsd.org)
CROCHET CLUB - (Sponsor: Ms. Gavin – GavinD@lmsd.org)
D.E.C.A. - (Distributive Education Clubs of America) – (Sponsor: Mr. Levy – LevyM@lmsd.org)
ECONOMICS CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Mirzanschall – MirzanS@lmsd.org)
FILIPINO CULTURE CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. McDermott – McdermM@lmsd.org)
GIRLS WHO CODE – (Sponsor: Ms. Sand – SandJ@lmsd.org)
HOPE FOR ALZHEIMER’S – (Sponsor: Ms. Murphy – MurphyL@lmsd.org)
HOSA (Healthcare Professionals) – (Sponsor: Ms. Berkowitz – BerkowM@lmsd.org)
INTERACT CLUB (Sponsor: Mr. Marion-Landis - MarionM@lmsd.org)
ISREALI CULTURE CLUB – (Sponsor: Mr. Levy – LevyM@lmsd.org)
JAPANESE CULTURE CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Mirzanschall – MirzanS@lmsd.org)
JERSEYS4KIDS – (Sponsor: Mr. Alexander – AlexanD@lmsd.org & Mr. Hazell – HazellB@lmsd.org)
JEWISH STUDENT UNION – (Sponsor: Mr. Bomze – BomzeM@lmsd.org)
LM CARES ON CAMPUS – (Sponsor: Ms. Lopez - LopezK@lmsd.org & Ms. Martin – Martin@lmsd.org)
LM DEMOCRATS – (Sponsor: Ms. Mirzanschall - MirzanS@lmsd.org)
LM KINDNESS CLUB – (Sponsor: Dr. Rodriguez - RodrigM@lmsd.org & Ms. Achuff – AchuffL@lmsd.org)
LM PAGE TURNERS – (Sponsors: Sheila Marion – Marions@lmsd.org)
MAGAZINE OF INTERNALTIONAL AFFAIRS CLUB – (Sponsor: Mrs. Shannon – ShannoD@lmsd.org)
LOVE FOR OUR ELDERS – (Sponsor: Ms. Johson – JohnsoA@lmsd.org)
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Johson – JohnsoA@lmsd.org)
MORGAN’S MESSAGE – (Sponsor: Ms. Rehak – RehakC@lmsd.org)
MULTICULTURAL CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Connolly – ConnolK@lmsd.org)
MUSLIM STUDENT CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. Mirzanschall - MirzanS@lmsd.org)
PUBLIC HEALTH – (Sponsor: Ms. Murphy – MurphyL@lmsd.org)
READING OLYMPICS – (Sponsor: Ms. Smith – SmithK@lmd.org)
RONALD McDONALD HOUSE – (Sponsor: Ms. McCloy – McCloyM@lmd.org)
RUN IT FORWARD – (Sponsor: Ms. Johson – JohnsoA@lmsd.org)
STARFISH PROJECT FOR KIDS – (Sponsor: Ms. Vargas – VargasL@lmsd.org)
TABLE-TOP GAMES – (Sponsor: Mr. DeMeo – DeMeoB@lmsd.org)
TEENS FOR CHOP – (Sponsor: Mr. Michelin – MichelA@lmsd.org)
WELLNESS CLUB – (Sponsor: Ms. LeVeque – LeVequL@lmsd.org)
TRI-M MUSIC HONOR SOCIETY – (Sponsor: Mr. Datsko – DatskoA@lmsd.org)
WOMEN IN WHITE – (Sponsor: Ms. Berkowitz – BerkowM@lmsd.org)
WRITING FELLOWS – (Sponsor: Mrs. Shannon – ShannoD@lmsd.org)
YALLAH – (Sponsor: Ms. Masoodi – MasoodS@lmsd.org)
Announcements of times and locations of meetings are published in the Daily Notes. If you want to join an extra-curricular activity in which students participate for at least an average of fifteen hours per week for a minimum of nine weeks, such as a play, you will be subject to the same eligibility requirements that apply to interscholastic sports.