2024 Club and Activities Directory

Every Club and Sport at Centaurus High School Circa 2024

Finn Feldman, Co-Editor-in-Chief|February 2, 2023

It can be difficult to find accurate information about activities at Centaurus, but worry not! Here is a comprehensive list of all the clubs, sports, and activities at Centaurus High School as of 2024. All descriptions include an email to contact for information about the club/activty.

Musical Clubs

Jazz Band – An audition based band that plays jazz. Jazz bands consist typically of trumpet, trombone, saxophone, piano, double bass, and percussion.

High time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Aaron Vogelsberg, aaron.vogelsberg@bvsd.org

Winter Percussion – The percussion section of Marching Band that performs independently, inside in the winter. No experience needed in band to join.

High time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Lori Nonies, lori.nonies@gmail.com & Lauren Maxwell, lauren.maxwell89@gmail.com

Marching Band – An award winning group marching band. Either play percussion, brass, or woodwinds. You also have the option to join the color guard. No experience needed.

High time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Aaron Vogelsberg, aaron.vogelsberg@bvsd.org

Orchestra Club – An extracurricular orchestra ensemble that meets every Wednesday before school at 8:35 to practice additional music. All orchestra students are welcome.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor- Heather Murphy, heather.murphy@bvsd.org

Literary Arts Clubs

Book Club – Read books and discuss as a group with other book-worms.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Shoshannah Turgel, shoshannah.turgel@bvsd.org

Warrior Scroll – The student newspaper for Centaurus (aka this website!)

Club positions include photographer, writer, editor, marketing, and publicity.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Julie Ascarrunz, julie.ascarrunz@bvsd.org

CTC: Centaurus Theater Company – The Centaurus Theatre Company performs a play and a musical every year. Everyone is welcome to audition. Tryouts are announced in advance.

High time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Jay Kinsel, jay.kinsel@bvsd.org

Philosophy Club – Those interested in philosophy can participate on Mondays at 4:10-5:10 in the library. A new topic is introduced every week and students share all their philosophical thoughts through a magic stick!

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – David Houk, david.houk@bvsd.org

Science Clubs

Eco Warriors – Eco Warriors is committed to community involvement, fundraising, and education for the preservation and conservation of the Earth’s resources (abiotic & biotic).

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Owen Lunz, owen.lunz@bvsd.org

Physics Club – A student formed club that enjoys projects, contests, having fun, and advancing their knowledge of physics and STEM subjects.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Kimberly Becker, kimberly.becker@bvsd.org

WISE: Women in Science and Engineering – WISE is a club for women who enjoy science, engineering, and math. Students will grow confidence through hearing from guest speakers, speaking at middle schools, and running an elementary engineering night to motivate students about STEM. Members will enjoy field trips and hands-on experience. The club meets in room 113 twice a week.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Catherine Barnes, catherine.barnes@bvsd.org

CIRC: Centaurus Intrepid Research Club – The goal of this club is to prepare for the district wide science fair. Anyone who is interested in science or would like to run their own science research experiment. The club will be offered as a class if enough people sign up. The course number is S98 and the name of the class is Research Seminar in Science. It will count as a science elective.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Eric Mattys, eric.mattys@bvsd.org

ACE: Architecture, Construction, and Engineering – Students learn about architecture and design. Members will work with architects and engineers who will mentor them through a project. This year’s project is building a library. Internships and scholarships are available for those who join. The club runs through January – April.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Brian Thomas – brian.thomas@bvsd.org

Engineering Club – Students learn about a variety of engineering concepts by participating in a number of national STEM competitions. Members use VEX to create robots and become familiar with the engineering design process.

Career Preparation Clubs

DECA (Marketing Leadership) – A co-curricular organization for marketing students that provides leadership training and marketing education programs to supplement classroom teaching. Students taking marketing classes at Centaurus must be DECA members.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – David Vermillion, david.vermillion@bvsd.org

FBLA: Future Business Leaders of America – The largest career-focused group for students studying business. Through useful professional preparation and leadership experiences, FBLA motivates and equips students to become socially conscious business leaders in a global society.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – David Vermillion, david.vermillion@bvsd.org

CRA: Career Readiness Academy – The goal of CRA is to give students a supportive environment and a course of study that emphasizes both intellectual and personal growth, preparing them for college or the workforce when they graduate. Students are paid for their time in the club.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Denise Zapata, denise@impactoneducation.org

Academically Focused Clubs

NHS: National Honor Society – Juniors and Seniors that participate in National Honor Society volunteer both individually and in groups. A GPA of at least 3.7 is required. Must apply to be a member.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Jennifer Moeller, jennifer.moeller@bvsd.org

ASL Honor Society –

ASL Honor Society is a great opportunity for people to interact with deaf culture. The basis of the club is to help spread ASL in a positive and respectful way.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor Andrea Christiansen, andrea.christensen@bvsd.org & JJ Ballew, jenny.ballew@bvsd.org

Model UN – Students take on the role of the ambassadors for a chosen country and participate in simulations of the UN General Assembly and other multinational bodies as they discuss issues including gender equality, climate change, global health, and more.

Low time commitment
Staff and Student Sponsor – David Houk, david.houk@bvsd.org & Gareth Szabo, garethszabo@icloud.com

Chess Club – Students meet in the library during lunch and improve their chess skills. Any skill level is welcome!

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Shoshannah Turgel, shoshannah.turgel@bvsd.org

TSA: Technical Student Association – TSA has engineering, programming, art and technology challenges at their yearly conference in denver. They meet Wednesday from 8:45 am – 9:30 am. The club starts September till February.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Catherine Barnes, catherine.barnes@bvsd.org

Community Focused Clubs

Sources of Strength – The goal of Sources of Strength is to lessen the risk of suicidal behavior in young people who are at risk and improve the communities mental health in various ways. The program prepares adolescents to serve as peer leaders and links them to community and school-based adult advisers.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Kristen Zadee, kristen.zandee@bvsd.org

C-Squad – C-Squad is a group of Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who offer many resources to the CHS community, particularly freshman. They put on Cram-Fest, open enrollment, and freshmen orientation day every year.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsors – Cassidy Ktsanes, cassidy.ktsanes@bvsd.org & Kristen Zandee, kristen.zadee@bvsd.org

Homelessness & Awareness Action Club – The Homelessness and Awareness Action Club conducts research and develops programs related to homelessness. They organize volunteer opportunities as well.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Timothy Donnelly, timothy.donnelly@bvsd.org

Advocacy and Action – Students gather to discuss action items around CHS such as social justice issues and Title IX and how to improve these issues through action. Advocacy and Action meets every Wednesday morning.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Shanda Gance, shanda.gance@bvsd.org

Miscellaneous Clubs

E-Sports – With structured competitive action between two teams that is subject to a strict set of rules and regulations, esports raises the bar for video gaming.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – David Wood, david.w.wood@bvsd.org

Warrior Alliance – Centaurus Gender and Sexuity alliance provides a place for students to connect over LGBTQ+ and their identity.

Low time commitment
Student Sponsor: Stella Kahn, sakahn01@bvsd.org

Dungeons & Dragons – All participants will make new friends and develop improvisational skills that will enable them to think fast and strategically. Players will either develop creative writing skills (DM) or teamwork skills (players).

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Jenny Ballew, jenny.ballew@bvsd.org

Taylor Swift Club – Taylor Swift club is for the Swifties ready to take it to the next level! Members will make friendship bracelets, as well as listen to, talk about, and analyze Taylor’s songs.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Rebecca Her Many Horses, rebecca.hermenyhorses@bvsd.org

Cultura Dance Club – Students learn traditional Mexican dances, as well as choreography, and practice dances such as salsa, merengue, bachata, and cumbia.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Rebecca Her Many Horses, rebecca.hermenyhorses@bvsd.org

Food Culture Club – Learn about food culture and traditions! You can get paid $100 to eat delicious food, but only 12 spots are available. The club starts after school from 4 pm to 5 pm.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Adan Avila Arredondo, adan.avilaarredondo@bvsd.org & Jennifer Dunbar, jennifer.dunbar@bvsd.org

Ceramics Clubs – Art students can finish their pottery made in class, or simply make new projects every Tuesday from 4 pm to 5 pm in room 103. Other pottery lovers can help with new creative ideas or help make students start their pottery journey.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Jodie Mohrhardt, jodie.mohrhardt@bvsd.org

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Multi-Season Athletics

Cheer – The CHS cheer season lasts 11 months. Beginning with cheer tryouts in April, summer camp in July, the autumn football season, competitions in November and December, winter basketball, and the possibility of a national competition in late February.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Carrie Roswell, carrie.roswell@bvsd.org

Ultimate Frisbee Club – Both boys and girls are encouraged to join the Lafayette Warriors Ultimate Team, which has seasons in the fall and spring. The fall session is co-gender, but the spring session contains two separate teams. Weekday sessions are held after school during both seasons, along with regular games and occasional competitions.

High time commitment
Staff Sponsors – Craig Cutforth, craig.cutforth@bvsd.org & Jeff Albenberg, jeff@albenberg.com

Weight Training – Students can pop in after school and train weight lifting with a coach that can guide them. All people, regardless of whether they are a seasoned student athlete or new at the gym, are welcome.

Low time commitment
Staff Sponsors – Adan Avila Arredondo, adan.avilaarredondo@bvsd.org

Fall Athletics

Cross Country – Practice is held 6:30-8:00 AM daily (7:30-9:00 AM Wednesdays) and 7:30-9:00 AM on Saturdays. Regular meets are held and subject to schedule changes.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Devin Rourke, devin.rourke@bvsd.org

Dance & Poms – Poms is a dance team that meets 3-4 times per week, along with required outside dance classes. Try out information will be released in March 2023.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Emily Hoch Windus, emily.hoch@bvsd.org

Football – Football has two teams, Varsity and C-Team. The weekly practice schedule is subject to change throughout the season. Contact the Head Coach for more information.

High time commitment
Head Coach – To Be Determined

Golf: Boys – One week before the start of the academic year, tryouts will be held. Join the email list now to receive updates while you wait.

Medium time commitment
Head Coach – Ricardo Cabrera, ricardo.cabrera@bvsd.org

Gymnastics – Centaurus students compete on the Broomfield Gymnastics Team. Please contact the head coach with any questions.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Whitney Parzybok, whitney.parzybok@bvsd.org

Soccer: Boys – Soccer has both Varsity, JV, and C teams. Please contact the head coach with any questions.

High time commitment
Head Coach – David Wood, david.w.wood@bvsd.org

Softball – Softball is looking for new players and is now in the 3A Frontier League. Experience is not necessary.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Micci Reed, micci.reed@bvsd.org

Tennis: Boys – Tennis is a no-cut sport. Practice is held every day after school from 4-6. Tennis has both JV and Varsity.

Medium time commitment
Head Coach – Juile Daniel, julie.daniel@bvsd.org

Volleyball: Girls – Tryouts are either the first or second full week of August. Athletes must attend both days to be considered for a spot on one of the five teams (Varsity, Junior Varsity, C Team, Red [D Team] and Blue [D Team]).

High time commitment
Head Coach – Caitlin Rabinowitz, caitlin.rabinowitz@bvsd.org

Mountain Biking Club – The Mountain Bike Club participates in competitions in the National Interscholastic Cycling Association’s Colorado Mountain Bike League. All Centaurus students, regardless of riding ability, are welcome to join.

Medium time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Carl Boni, cboni.ops@gmail.com

Winter Athletics

Winter Guard – Color Guard performs in the winter independent of marching band.

High time commitment
Staff Sponsor – Aaron Vogelsberg, aaron.vogelsberg@bvsd.org

Basketball: Boys – Basketball’s regular season goes through November-Mid March, with a six week off season, an improvement season in April-Mid September, and a Pre-season in September-October. The basketball teams are Varsity, JV, and C team.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Travis Maron, travis.maron@bvsd.org

Basketball: Girls – Practice starts in November and ends in March. The teams consist of Varsity, JV, and C-Team. You must try out, but there are no cuts. Practice is held at either 4-6 pm or 6-8 pm every day except sunday.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Cort Sharp, cort.sharp@bvsd.org

Ice Hockey – Monarch High School is where the BVSD hockey team practices. For further details, please go to their website.

High time commitment
Head Coach – N/A

Ski: Alpine & Nordic – Centaurus students compete on the Nederland Ski Team. Please go to Netherland’s website for more information. The ski season is Nov 14 – Feb 17.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Krista Crabtree, krista.crabtree@bvsd.org

Swim & Dive: Girls – Even though swim and dive is only a Varsity team, it is a no cut sport. Every skill level is welcome. Lafayette Recreation Center hosts practice five days a week. Meetings often take place during the weekend. November through February is the swim and dive season.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Cort Sharp, cort.sharp@bvsd.org

Wrestling: Boys – Wrestling doesn’t have tryouts, but wrestle offs are held for varsity positions. The season starts in September and goes through February. Wrestling is a no cut sport, with both Varsity and JV. Practice is held from 6:30 am – 8:15 am and then 4:15 pm – 6:30 pm.

High time commitment
Head Coach – A Mata, a.mata@bvsd.org

Wrestling: Girls – CHS girls wrestlers will compete on the Broomfield wrestling team. Please check the Broomfield wrestling website for more information.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Jimmy Zechmann, Jimmy.Zechmann@bvsd.org

Spring Athletics

Registration for Spring sports is a two-step process. The first step is to complete the registration form for CHSAA (Colorado High School Athletics Association). During this step, please upload a current copy of a physical which is required to participate. Physicals are good for 365 days. The second step is to pay the Spring Sports Participation fee through RevTrak.

Baseball – Baseball’s spring season runs from January through May. This is the school-sponsored season, which is exclusive to Centaurus players.Varsity, JV, and C squad are the 3 teams. The varsity season will have 23 games. A 19-game season is planned for the JV and C teams. Players will know what team they are on when the teams’ rosters are confirmed on March 5. All athletes must maintain their grades throughout the season.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Douglas Kinney, douglas.kinney@bvsd.org

Golf: Girls – In time for the Spring season, the team’s tryouts will be revealed. To keep up with developments, sign up for the mailing list now.

Medium time commitment
Head Coach – Ricardo Cabrera, ricardo.cabrera@bvsd.org

Lacrosse: Boys – Centaurus students compete on the Monarch Lacrosse Team. Please check the Monarch lacrosse team website for more information

High time commitment
Head Coach – David Auday, david.auday@bvsd.org

Lacrosse: Girls – Centaurus students compete on the Fairview Lacrosse Team. All skill levels are welcome. Practice is at Platt MS and Fairview High School in the spring. Practices are Monday – Saturday for Varsity and Monday – Friday for JV. Tryouts are typically in late February.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Kelsey Sheridan, kelsey.sheridan@bvsd.org

Soccer: Girls – Girls Soccer consists of both Varsity and JV. Practices are held at Centaurus. Practice is held on Monday – Friday at 4:15 pm – 5:45 pm.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Mario Bezzina, mario.bezzina@bvsd.org

Swim and Dive: Boys – Swim and Dive is just a Varsity team, but it’s a no cut sport. All skill levels are welcomed. Practice is held at the Louisville Rec Center at 7pm – 9 pm 5 days a week. Meets are usually held during the weekdays. The Swim and Dive season is from March – May.

High time commitment
Head Coach – Amber Austin, amber.austin@bvsd.org

Tennis: Girls – The first official practice starts on February 28 and the season goes through May 15. Tennis is a no-cut sport. Practice is held every day after school from 4-6. Tennis had both JV and Varsity.

Medium time commitment
Head Coach – Julie Daniel, julie.m.daniel2@gmail.com

Track & Field – Track consists of the following events: Distance, Hurdles, Jumps, Sprints, Throws, and Vault. The track season is February 28 – May 21. Practice is every Monday-Thursday from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm. JV meets are typically on Wednesdays. Varsity meets are typically on Friday/Saturdays.