Led by the senior class officers, this group organizes events for the school and senior class.

Sponsor: Olivia Elsasser

Email: [email protected] 

Led by the junior class officers, this group organizes events for the school and junior class.

Sponsor: Glen Stietzel

Email: [email protected] 

Led by the sophomore class officers, this group organizes events for the school and sophomore class.

Sponsor: Karen Batchelder

Email: [email protected] 

Led by the freshman class officers, this group organizes events for the school and freshman class.

Sponsor: TBD

Email: 

Who can join BETA?  Second semester sophomores and upperclassmen with a GPA of 3.5 or higher.

Meetings are the last Wednesday/Thursday of each month from 2:15-2:30 in room 1102.

Sponsor: Rebecca Parise
Email: [email protected] 

Future Business Leaders of America, Inc. (FBLA) inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences. FBLA is a professional national organization. Membership dues per year are $20.00. FBLA participates in: Community Service, Competitive Events, Conferences, and more!

Meetings are the 2nd Thursday of each month from 2:15-2:45 in room 1204.  All are welcome!

Pick up an application from Mrs. Witt in room 1204.

Sponsor: Taryn Witt
Email: [email protected]

This club is for anyone who is interested in working with "The Roar," our school-published newspaper.

Meetings are the 3rd Monday of each month from 2:15-3:00 in Room 1111.

Sponsor: Annie Livengood
Email: [email protected] 

The purpose of Mu Alpha Theta is to promote and celebrate math appreciation at BDHS and in the community.

Who can join?  Students who have successfully completed Algebra 2 (with all high school math course grades B or higher) and are currently enrolled in a BDHS math elective may apply.  

To join:  Complete an application, acquire teacher recommendations, and submit unofficial transcripts of math courses completed and grades earned.

Questions?  Reach out to Ms. Lou or Mrs. Milhiser!

We meet the 1st Monday of each month from 2:15-2:45 in room 2214.  

Sponsors: Tracy Lou & Michele Milhiser
Email: [email protected] & [email protected]

The purpose of the National Art Honor Society is to promote art and creativity, and to encourage civic service related to creative endeavors.

Meetings will be held the 1st and 3rd Mondays of the month from 2:05-3:00 in room 1600.  

Students in grades 10, 11, or 12 who completed Art 1 with a B or better may apply.  Attend the interest meeting and complete the application.  See Ms. Miehl in room 1600 with questions and to get an application.

Sponsor: Cheryl Miehl
Email: [email protected] 

The National French Honor Society is an academic association that recognizes students in Advanced French that have a high average in the class, are dedicated French students and who demonstrate excellent leadership skills.

Who can join?  French students in level 3 & up who have an "A" in the class.

Application process:  Students must be in French 3 or higher and have an "A" average to join French Honor Society.

We meet once a month from 2:15-3:00 in room 2200.  Meeting dates vary, so pay attention to the announcements.  

Sponsor: Valerie Kelly
Email: [email protected] 

National Honor Society = Community Service and Leadership Skills

Meetings are the 3rd Thursday of the month from 2:10-2:40 in room 2212.

Eligible juniors and seniors will be invited to apply in the fall.  At a minimum, students must have a 3.0 GPA.

Questions or want more information?  See Mrs. Laing in room 2212. 

Sponsor: Mandy Laing
Email: [email protected] 

Open to anyone taking Physics, we meet on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 2:10 in room 2102.

Sponsor: Brian Russell
Email: [email protected] 

Rho Kappa serves as a history honor society.

Sophomores - Seniors who have filled out an application and been accepted are eligible to attend.  Teacher recommendations are required.

Meetings will be from 2:15-2:30 in room 1205.  Day of the week TBD by the President and VP.

Sponsor: Olivia Elsasser
Email: [email protected] 

Any student can join.  There is a $20 fee for dues each year.  

Meetings are every other Wednesday until 3:00 in room 1404.

Sponsors: Tiffany Schooley & D.J. Schooley
Email: [email protected] & [email protected] 

Yearbook Club is an assisted club that allows for BDHS students to participate in making and designing the yearbook, especially if it conflicts with other core classes. You'll assist in taking photos of clubs, sports, and bring ideas to the yearbook staff as well as have the opportunity to work on a few spreads/pages.

Open to all grade levels and students who want to play a role in crafting the yearbook!  There is no application process, but you must have a willingness and drive to complete anything you are assigned to work on.

Meetings are every Monday from 2:15-3:30 in room 1205.

Sponsor:Olivia Elsasser
Email: [email protected] 

Fellowship of Christian Students & Athletes is an organization that brings together students, athletes, and coaches who share a common faith. FCA aims to combine activities/sports/students with spiritual growth, providing a platform for them to connect with their faith and each other. FCA has a significant presence on high school and college campuses and in communities worldwide

Meetings are the every Wednesday from 6:50-7:20 AM in room 1202.  Everyone is welcome!

Sponsors: Taryn Witt & Jane Denney
Email: [email protected] & [email protected] 

The world will always need lawyers and the law. Come experience what this involves and learn more.

Meetings will likely be Mondays after school in room 1101.  Anyone can join! 

See Mr. H. in Room 1101 for more information.

Sponsor: Doug Horhota
Email: [email protected]

Anyone who would like to make a difference here at BDHS is welcome.  We meet on select Thursdays from 2:15-3:00 in the Auditorium.  

Sponsors: Erin McLaughlin & Shay Burgess
Email: [email protected] & [email protected] 

Speech and Debate is open to anyone, anytime.  Tournaments start in October.

Choose an event and prepare.  See Ms. Dempewolf for help preparing.  When you are ready for a tournament, let Ms. Dempewolf know to enter you.

Speech Events 

Debate Events

Tournament Schedule

Sponsor: Juli Dempewolf
Email: [email protected] 

The BDHS E-Sports team competes in Super Smash Brothers against other VA schools. We also play other Nintendo Switch games for fun. Join us if you are interested.

Meetings are Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2:10-4:-00 in the Library Lab (1703).  Competitions will be Wednesdays from 4:00-5:30.  

Questions? Reach out to Mr. Brown!

Sponsors: Chris Brown
Email: [email protected]   

Anyone can apply to join our robotics team.  An application will be provided at the interest meeting.

Robotics meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school until 3:00 in room 1108.

Questions or want more info?  Talk to Mr. or Mrs. Schooley!

Sponsors: D.J. Schooley & Tiffany Schooley
Email: [email protected] & [email protected] 

Scholastic Bowl, our academic team, meets and competes against other students from different schools.

Anyone who enjoys general knowledge quizzes (e.g. Jeopardy) can join!

We meet weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:10-3:10 in room 1202.  

Meets begin in November and are on Mondays.  

Sponsor: Helena Thorpe
Email: [email protected]