Clubs, Affinity Groups and Programs

The Anime and Manga Club meets monthly to learn about this exciting genre of animation! Club meetings will include presentations of various art and styles, character archetypes, themes and plots, and introductions to the Japanese culture that takes place in the animations.  Click here for more information.

The mission of the ASL Club is to encourage inclusivity by motivating its members to communicate with people with hearing disabilities through lessons about ASL and deaf history.

The Big-Little Sister program places new students into groups led by an upper-class student who will help them adjust to high school life. To learn more, click here.

The Book Club aims to introduce students to the benefits of reading while exploring different genres and discovering new books.

Bring Change 2 Mind’s high school program gives teens a platform to share their voices and to raise awareness around mental health. Our goal is to empower students to educate one another and their communities, and to create a culture of peer support within their schools. Together, we’ll fight the stigma around mental illness.  For more information, click here.

The Finance and Entrepreneurship Club provides an academic, professional environment within Presentation for students to foster knowledge in marketing, entrepreneurship, hospitality and tourism, business administration, and finance.  For more information, click here. 

The California Scholarship Federation fosters high standards of scholarship, citizenship and service. To learn more, click here.

Open to students of all faith traditions, this club encourages students to develop and share their faith through prayer, small group sharing and ministry. To learn more, click here.

The purpose of this club is to improve and develop strategic skills and memory. Chess, being a sport that is predominantly run by men, a chess club is most needed in an all-girl school to encourage more females to learn about the game.

In keeping with the Presentation motto, "Not Words, But Deeds," the Community Involvement Club at Presentation coordinates service opportunities and raises awareness of social justice issues. To learn more, click here.

The Desi Student Association (DSA) affinity group promotes and celebrates Desi culture and traditions on Presentation’s campus as well as builds a community for South Asians (i.e. Indians, Pakistanis, Nepalis, Bhutanese descent, Bangladeshis, Maldivians, and Sri Lankan), and other students from different ethnic backgrounds to come together. This unique affinity group allows students to explore a new culture through discussions, celebrations of Indian festivals, Bollywood movie nights, engagement in the Presentation community, events with other schools, leadership opportunities, and much more. 

Future in Film Club is dedicated to educating girls about jobs in the film industry, gaining a wider knowledge of movies, and promoting more women to participate in film.  Our goal is to cultivate creativity, advocate for women’s representation in film, and give the women of Presentation an appreciation for a wider genre of films.  For more information, click here.

The Presentation Folklórico affinity group provides an opportunity for all Latinas and non-Latinas to express themselves freely through dancing. Through this group, students will learn the history of folklórico, learn various dances, and perform! No experience is needed to join Presentation Folklórico, all are encouraged to join. 

Gaming Corner is a club that gives students the opportunity to learn about and express their interest and passion for video games. It is a club open to everyone and has no skill or knowledge requirement. Our goal is to create a great place to hang out with friends and create bonds while playing video games. This club gives students a place to gather and play video games.

Girls Who Code allows students the opportunity to create games and apps by learning coding languages such as Scratch and Javascript. To learn more, click here.

Spontaneous Combustion is made up of a group of talented and quick-witted students who compete for laughs. To learn more, click here.

The International Thespian Society allows students to produce four main stage productions each year. To learn more, click here.

Presentation’s Indian Dance Team named “Jazba” is an after-school activity that
provides opportunities to learn not just dance, but also creative thinking, time management,
leadership, and team collaboration. Jazba allows students to be immersed and learn more
about the South Asian culture. Through different types of dance forms (Bollywood, Bhangra,
western, folk, classical, and traditional dance), members can actively be involved in all levels
of production. Members can expect to practice twice a week (once on a weekday and once on
a weekend), and will perform with other high school students in shows and competitions all
over the Bay Area. We encourage anyone who loves to dance to come try out!   For more information, click here.

The Presentation LatinX Club is an affinity group that is dedicated to unite and empower Latina students and allies. The LatinX group accepts and welcomes members from any ethnic background and culture. The vision of the LatinX club is to provide an opportunity for students to learn about LatinX history and Latin heritage will be celebrated through cultural events within the school and with joint events with other schools.

Open to all students, the Leadership Academy offers 10 workshops designed to teach core leadership skills including goal-setting, mission development, project management and team-building. To learn more, click here.

The LGBTQ+ & Allies affinity group allows students to explore and express themselves, build community, celebrate one another, and learn about and how to support one another within the community. It is open to everyone: those who are LGBTQ+, questioning, or allies. The club is committed to highlighting marginalized voices to allow for the dismantling of cisheteronormativity, homophobia, transphobia, and misinformation within society.

Liturgical Band offers students the opportunity to explore their faith through music. To learn more, click here.

Open to all students with an enthusiasm for math, students compete in math contests against other schools both on and off campus. To learn more, click here.

The Math & Science Academy offers a variety of opportunities for students to explore math and science outside of the classroom. To learn more, click here.

Mu Alpha Theta is a two-year honor society for students who show great ability and interest in mathematics. To learn more, click here.

The Music Students Association strives to promote musical involvement and proficiency through collaboration in learning and community outreach. Members will both utilize and grow their musical abilities, for the benefit of themselves, the Presentation community, and the extended community.

The National Art Honor Society recognizes students who show outstanding ability in art. To learn more, click here.

The National Honor Society (NHS) is the biggest club organization in the US established to recognize outstanding high school students. NHS serves to recognize those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
The four pillars of NHS are to encourage academic achievement, promote community service,
foster leadership and collaboration, and advance personal development.  For more information, click here.

Relax. Energize. Focus. Yoga is an energizing activity that relaxes the body and sharpens the mind. This club is here to help students de-stress - working on the physical, mental, and emotional health. Create a positive and welcoming community.

Panther Pride is the spirit club at Presentation and supports athletics, theater, performances and service events. To learn more, click here.

To encourage members to adopt aesthetics and design inspiration in everyday living and create an ecosystem that aspires one to live their best lives.

Panthers Exploring Medicine gives students insight into the exciting, fast-paced field of healthcare through presentations, guest speakers, field trips and research opportunities. For more information, click here.

The Peer Ministry program is designed to deepen the spiritual experience of its members and the school community. The program includes participation of sophomore, junior, and senior students of all faiths. For more information, click here.

PAC is an extension of the Presentation Admissions Office. Its members promote the school's mission and philosophy during a variety of admissions events, including shadow visits. For more information, click here.

The Presentation Animal Wellness Squad, PAWS, offers opportunities for students to help animals in need. For more information, click here.

This program provides peer tutors for students who need extra help in a particular subject. Any student with a minimum 3.0 in a specific subject area is eligible to tutor in that subject. Students interested in tutoring should register in the Study Center.  For more information, click here.

The Red Cross Club strives to prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.​ Through this club, we hope to promote students’ passion for widespread healthcare, analyze how the organization deals with national and international crises, and instill a strong sense of humanitarian justice and respect. We aspire to bring people together and enlighten others about human safety and emergency preparedness.

Robotics introduces young women to STEM fields by hands-on engineering, programming and design. For more information, click here.

With fifteen percent of the Presentation student body as members, Speech and Debate has established itself as one of the most competitive teams at both the state and national levels. To learn more, click here.

The Student Council consists of the ASB officers, class officers and homeroom representatives. All positions are elected by the student body. Student Council coordinates and sponsors dances, leadership conferences Panther Pandemonium and Class Day. For more information, click here.

The Student Environmental Action Society promotes environmental awareness within the school and the community and encourages conservation of the environment and its resources. To learn more, click here.

SPA is a non-partisan group whose purpose is to foster an interest in politics among PHS students and to encourage active involvement in political causes. Among the activities planned are forums, debates, mock elections, and political awareness days.  For more information, click here.

Our mission is to introduce club members to the world of fashion basics and spread awareness about issues like body positivity and fast fashion. We want to give opportunities to aspiring fashion designers, stylists, models, etc. by giving them a platform to explore new aesthetics and practice their passion.

Women in STEM careers(WISC) furthers Presentation students' passion for STEM through internships, research opportunities, participation in the National Science Bowl, and actively being involved in STEM-related service projects throughout the year. This club enhances skills like leadership and commitment, while allowing students to live out Presentation’s motto, “Not Words but Deeds”, in the science community.

In Yearbook, students hone their reporting and photography skills while gaining hands-on experience in production and design. To learn more, click here.