US Additional Academic Opportunities

Coding Team - This program is designed for both expert and beginning programmers: students work together solving problems (and having fun at the same time.)  The Team prepares for various programming competitions such as the American Computer Science League (ACSL), ACM-sponsored events at Universities, CSN's Programming Competition (NFPC) and Mu Alpha Theta contests.

Robotics Team - Students work together to design, engineer, and code a robot to play and win the current year's VEX Robotics Challenge.  Winning robots advance from the local level -- to States -- with the goal of playing in the World's biggest robotics competition in April.  To stay on the team, robots must reach certain performance milestones.  You will have a lot of fun while learning engineering design, project management, programming, teamwork, strategic thinking, and competitive cooperation.

Makerspace Club – The Makerspace is a community for learning and making with engineering and computer science. This is a space to get inspiration and support to create the projects that students want to build. Members will travel to the Orlando Maker Faire and will also have the opportunity to organize and host a maker faire or hackathon.

SHE++ Girls in Tech – This a supportive group of girls who have fun while learning about engineering and computer science and careers in these fields. Members build creative tech projects and compete against other schools in online hackathons and cyber security competitions. The club also mentors and serves as role models for Lower School girls. 

Wordsmiths- Members of Wordsmiths will meet regularly to engage in activities surrounding the love of literature and craft.  Wordsmiths help to organize Writers’ Week events and to produce Tessera, the school’s literary and arts annual.  Other activities may include participation in writing workshops, open mic nights, and seminars for students in other divisions.

Mu Alpha Theta- MAO is a national mathematics honor society that promotes the study of math. At CSN, all students are welcome to attend practice sessions in Geometry, Algebra 2, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, and Statistics.  The sessions will give students an opportunity to look at math from a different perspective and learn to deal with non-routine situations in math. If interested, students may then participate in local and state math competitions that are held from November through April.

Environmental Club- In the Environmental Club, students learn more about the major environmental issues both locally and globally. Students will have opportunities to participate in service-learning projects and will also work to improve environmental stewardship on campus. Planning and participating in an engaging Earth Day for the high school is a goal for the club.

HOSA: Future Health Professionals- This competitive club is geared to a wide range of students with a variety of interests. Categories include every facet of the healthcare industry such as Health Career Photography, Interview Skills, Medical Math, EMT and Pathophysiology.  The competitions include judged presentations, portfolios, knowledge tests and practicums.  Participation in this club comes with a national membership fee and additional fees for registration and travel to competitions.​

Science Olympiad-  This club is part of an international science based competition and allows students to delve into a wide range of topics based on their particular interests. Since different events for this competition require different preparation, club meetings will serve as a checkpoint to ask questions, collaborate, and find ways to improve. Members can choose to compete individually or in groups.

Aerospace Club- This club is for students who have a strong interest in engineering and STEM. In this club, students will learn the basics behind flight through teaching and hands-on projects. They will be given the opportunity to participate in individual and team building projects, where they will build foam gliders, RC airplanes, drones, and more. In addition to building various flying machines, students in the CSN aerospace club will also have the opportunity to explore different aspects of aerospace engineering, such as aerodynamics, propulsion, and materials science. Through these activities, students will gain valuable skills in problem-solving, critical thinking, and teamwork.

Academic Quiz Team - Students compete as a team against other schools in an academic question and answer competition at both the varsity and junior varsity level. Questions range from topics in the Sciences, History, Geography, Current Events, Literature, Art and Music. The Academic Quiz Team participates in local, regional, and national quiz tournaments.

Academic World Quest- This is a program that is sponsored by the Naples Council on World Affairs (World Affairs Councils of America). It is a team game played by high school students that tests the competitors’ knowledge of international affairs, geography, history, and culture. CSN has represented the Naples Council on World Affairs in the Washington DC competition twice. This club will begin in November.

Harvard Model Congress- Recognizing that the future of any democratic state is only as bright as its next generation of citizens and leaders, Harvard Model Congress offers a comprehensive program of carefully designed American government simulations to prepare students for meaningful involvement in our nation’s government and society. The scope and depth of knowledge imparted by these role-play simulations offer students valuable hands-on experience, as they become politicians, cabinet members, presidential advisors, and reporters. Harvard Model Congress makes national problems immediate, brings political debate to life, and shows how legislative compromise is achieved.

Mock Trial- The purpose of the Mock Trial competitions is to stimulate and encourage deeper understanding and appreciation of the American legal system. Important objectives include:  improving proficiency in speaking, listening, reading, and reasoning skills; promoting effective communication and cooperation between the educational and legal communities; providing an opportunity to compete in an academic setting; and promoting tolerance, professionalism, and cooperation among other young people of diverse interests and abilities. Students work closely for 6 months with Judges and Attorneys of Collier County.  Most preparation and practices will be held after school and in the evenings.

Model United Nations- Student delegates study a foreign nation in depth, researching related topics of global interest. They learn parliamentary procedure, practice specialized writing formats, and learn the diplomatic art of negotiation and compromise.  Using the knowledge gained from their research of assigned countries and international issues, students negotiate among widely divergent views as they argue for and defend the positions of their nations as they participate in local, national and international conferences throughout the year. 

Psychology Club- This club allows students to increase their knowledge into the human mind and behavior in the field of psychology, neuroscience, and forensics through experiments, activities, films and group discussions. Career exploration, guest speakers in these professional fields, raising awareness of mental health issues and community service will also be included.  Students do not have to take AP Psychology to be a part of the club. 

Ethics Club – Students will gather each week to prepare for the State Ethics Bowl on December 14, 2024.  We will discuss different Ethical issue and learn the art of ethical discussions related to contemporary issues like healthcare, politics, relationships, family, money, entertainment, and personal responsibility.  Participation in the club does not require participation in the Ethics Bowl.  The club is designed to have meaningful conversations about meaningful topics. 

DECA- This club fosters business leadership and entrepreneurship. Students engage in practice sessions exploring marketing, finance, and management, honing problem-solving and communication skills. From market analysis to negotiation tactics, participants prepare for local and state competitions held from September to February. These events offer opportunities to apply knowledge, to network, and to compete for recognition. Meetings will be held bi-weekly.

The Future Business Leaders of America-  FBLA is a student organization aimed at preparing high school students for successful careers in business while developing and teaching essential leadership skills.  Activities will include professional development workshops, competitive events, and student and faculty-advisor-run lectures. These activities are designed to enhance business acumen, civic responsibility, and practical skills such as public speaking and project management. The time commitment required will include regular meetings, participation in events, and involvement in leadership roles, all of which are structured to accommodate the students' academic schedules.  This new chapter plans to establish a regional FBLA competition hosted at CSN to enable neighboring schools in the Southwest Florida district to qualify for the annual state competition. Meetings will be held bi-weekly.

French Club- The purpose of the French club is to provide different approaches to learn French language and culture. Among activities sponsored by the club are Mardi Gras at Universal studios, Chandeleur or Crepes Day, Epiphany Day with the King Cake, and preparation for the French National Contest.

Junior Classical League - Florida Junior Classical League is a student-run organization that promotes the study of Latin and Greek in middle and high schools.  Members of the CSN chapter attend the South Florida regional forum in January and the State Latin forum in April.  Competitions at those events include academic tests, graphic arts, dramatic arts, Olympika athletic contests, and a quiz bowl tournament called Certamen. 

Chinese Club – Chinese club dedicates to fostering a deep appreciation for Mandarin Chinese language and Chinese culture, the club provides students with a dynamic platform to engage, learn and celebrate the rich tapestry of traditions. The mission of Chinese club is its commitment to linguistic excellence. Led by passionate Chinese program students, the others embark on a journey of linguistic discovery, honing their Mandarin skills through immersive language lessons. We prepare and encourage students to compete in statewide Chinese competitions in early Spring every year. The Chinese club is also a gateway to a world of cultural exploration. Through a diverse array of activities and events, students are invited to deepen their understanding of Chinese customs, traditions, and values.

Key Club- Key Club is a service organization sponsored by a local Kiwanis Club for high school students. The objective is the development of initiative, leadership ability, and good citizenship practices. The Key Club plans and participates in a variety of service activities for the school and in the community throughout the year.  

Ambassador Club- The Upper School Ambassadors are a select group of CSN students who are dedicated to the positive promotion of Community School of Naples.  Student ambassadors serve as the official hosts of the school and are the first point of contact to many prospective visitors to the CSN campus each year!  The goal of the student ambassador program is to educate prospective families and community members on student life at CSN through leading campus tours, and various enrollment and donor cultivation events, as well as develop student leadership skills through executive positions within the club. The Ambassadors also plan multiple volunteer opportunities throughout the year on and off campus.  This opportunity is available for application for the current student body in grades 9^th-12^th

Teen Court- This program is based on the philosophy that a juvenile offender is less likely to continue to be an offender when a jury of their peers decides the punishment.  Volunteers in this program earn valuable experience in addition to service hours as they serve in the roles of attorneys, bailiffs, clerks, and jurors.   Collier County Teen Court meets on Wednesday evenings.

The Computer Literacy Education Outreach (CLEO) Club- This club helps people in retirement communities learn about technology and how to use it. Community service hours will be given for the time that students participate, and this is open to high school students of every grade level. This will take place at a local retirement community, and transportation can be personal transportation or from other members of the club.

Club Unified- This club helps support practices of inclusion on campus by creating opportunities for CSN students to engage with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Since CSN is a Special Olympics Unified Champion school, the school must engage in several campaigns which raise awareness for the experiences of those with IDD and host the coaching of unified sports, which in our case is Camp Shriver in the summer. Club members will help organize awareness campaigns, facilitate volunteer opportunities with organizations like Special Olympics and STARability, and work on planning, promotion, and continual connections with Camp Shriver.

KidsCan- This program is part of the Cancer Alliance of Naples (CAN) whose mission is to provide support to local children and adults battling cancer. Members will work with the Cancer Alliance of Naples by volunteering at events for families and supporting their fundraising efforts. The club will meet approximately once per month to prepare for projects.

Prism -Prism aims to expose students to important current events in a safe, inclusive environment that gives them an opportunity to discuss prevalent topics in a supportive and productive way. The goal is to provide students with a place in which they can receive, digest, and ruminate on information that is currently shaping not only the global community, but also our CSN community. Topics include but will not be limited to issues of race, gender, sexual orientation, socioeconomic class, and identity. Unlike a club that focuses on one particular topic or point of view, Prism aims to unite students with different perspectives through engaging discussion and reflection.

Fellowship of Christian Athletes- This is a student-led Club that focuses on Character, Integrity and Moral Values. This Club will be open to all students regardless of religious affiliation and will be a great way for students to generate fellowship and to support one another throughout the school year. Students will discuss ways to improve their ethical and moral values and will encourage one another to put these moral values into practice. 

CSN Book Club- This club will provide a collaborative, fun environment to read and discuss books. It will be a member-lead club as participants will vote on which book the club will read each month. 

Culinary Club- This club will explore the rich flavors from all parts of the world. We will begin the year by learning some of the basics of cooking. As the year progresses the club will turn into a more competition style, in which there will be a dish for each meeting and students will be given the opportunity to express themselves with their own twist on the dish. These dishes will then be judged, and prizes will be awarded to the best dish.        

Scuba Club- The Scuba Gang is an academic club tied to the science department and open to all US students.   The club provides a pathway for students to earn SCUBA certification and become underwater citizen scientists.  Divers can participate in 10-15 outings per school year, including recreational reef dives and environmental stewardship opportunities such as coral restoration, and diving against debris in the Florida Keys. 

Tank Team- Club members will take care of the 230-gaqllon saltwater fish and coral tank in the lobby of the ISER.  They will learn how to monitor the chemistry, make salt water and do water changes, care the animals and learn parallels between the tank and the open water. There will be a couple of field trips for members who regularly attend. Meetings will be on Mondays 3:30-4:00pm and Thursdays 7:30-7:55am.

Eastern European Language Club- The purpose of this club is to provide CSN students with insight into a number of Slavic-speaking countries, particularly Polish, Russian, and Ukranian. Participants will be introduced to various foods, the different languages, and other aspects of each culture.

Human Rights Club- The purpose of this club is to make students aware of important issues in society and to encourage them to become involved in helping to find solutions. This inaugural year will be dedicated to domestic violence and human trafficking. Club members will work closely with the Shelter for Abused Women and Children and will work on creating awareness campaigns to share this issue with others while also helping victims.

Veteran Appreciation Club- The purpose of this club is to bring awareness of our veterans, and most importantly, get the youth involved with them. In addition to assisting in the preparation of the school-wide Veteran’s Day Celebration, members will hear from speakers from local organizations, hold food and toiletry drives and raise money through bake sales and car washes.

Thespians- This club prepares students to showcase their talents in a variety of events ranging from performance to technical work.  Participants can choose to work individually or with a group and will use club meeting times to perfect their events for various competitions throughout the year. 

Talon Tribune- The purpose of this club is to create a student-led news source that provides short and entertaining broadcasts on events around campus. These monthly video presentations will include information on upcoming events as well as a recap of previous events and will encompass all aspects of life in the Upper School- athletics, academics, arts, special projects, Homecoming Week activities etc. Although the goal of this club for its inaugural year is to produce video announcements, the hope is to build on its success to also create a student-led newspaper next year.