Clubs & Activities

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• Acoustic Guitar Club

  All experience levels are welcome. Club members work on covering songs together as well as creating original music.  Each club member is given an opportunity to perform a song for the group if desired, completely optional. This club is open to all middle and upper school students. The Acoustic Guitar Club will meet in the Knott Hall Conference Room (near Admissions) after school. Meeting days will be communicated by Mr. Price to club members via OnCampus.  

    

  Interested students should contact Mr. Price. 

• American Politics Club

  The American Politics Club at Loyola Blakefield commits to the First Amendment right to free speech by fostering constructive discourse between varying political viewpoints. Whether Republican, Democrat, Independent, or non-affiliated, our members are Dons who eschew violence, and engage in consequential and politically charged discussions in search of practical solutions to complex societal ills. The club meets each Thursday at 3:15 in Burk 114. 
    
  Interested Upper School students should contact  Mr. Plunkett or Mr. Schappert. 

• Aquarium Club

  This club is on hiatus pending student interest. Interested students should contact Mr. Schlichtig.

• Art for Others

  Art for Others is a service club with the mission to bring art and companionship to those in our community who would benefit from engaging in creative projects with Loyola students. Students meet on a regular basis to plan activities in preparation for visits to areas such as nursing homes and low-income after school programs. Students follow these visits up with discussions to evaluate their level of success and how they can reach out more effectively in the future. The common denominator from all visits has not been the need to produce works of art, but the importance of companionship for those less fortunate. This club is open to all students, not just artists, who have the desire to help others. Art for Others meets each Tuesday after school in Burk 200. Outings to various locations are planned during Tuesday meetings.  

    
  Interested students should contact Mrs. Petr. 

• Asian Student Union

  The Asian Student Union provides a space for students to discuss issues of Asian and Asian-American identity. The group also seeks to build the school community by fostering awareness of Asian culture and issues facing the wider Asian-American community. The group meets typically every two weeks on Friday afternoons in B114. During group meetings, students share food, music, and reflections on Asian and Asian-American culture and identity. Students also participate in inter-school conferences and meetings, most notably the Maryland Asian Pacific Islander South Asian Conference (MAPISAC) every spring. 
  
  

   Students interested in attending meetings can contact Mr. Maraña. 

• Best Buddies Club

  Best Buddies is the world’s largest organization dedicated to ending social, physical, and economic isolation of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). The programs help people with IDD form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure successful jobs, live independently, improve public speaking, self-advocacy and communication skills, and feel valued by society. Loyola Blakefield’s Best Buddies chapter is open to students in grades 9–12, and the goal is to promote one-to-one friendships with those with IDD as well as create an inclusive school environment. Our Dons partner with students from the Gateway School and offer social mentoring while improving the quality of life and level of inclusion for their peers who are often isolated and excluded. Students will be excused from classes to participate when necessary. 

   

  Please contact Mrs. Tucker with questions. 

• Black Student Union

  The mission of the Loyola Blakefield Black Student Union (BSU) is to provide a resource for Loyola Blakefield students to achieve academic and social assimilation in conjunction with ethnic appreciation. In a manner consistent with Catholic teaching, students come to understand the enriching and liberating value of human variety, to embrace diversity and to cherish human differences. The BSU meets every first Thursday of the month from 3:00 to 4:00 pm in the Fr. George Lounge.  
    
  Interested students can contact Mr. Bowers  or Ms. Jefferson.

• Bocce Club

  Bocce ball is a relaxed but strategic game with an ancient lineage. Although probably emerging from ancient Egypt, bocce started to hit its stride with the Romans and Emperor Augustus. It gained massive popularity among the Italian communities at the turn of the 20th century. At Loyola, bocce is a calming, competitive way to spend some time outdoors (and indoors), in the pleasant company of friends. Whether you are an expert player or not, you can easily learn how to play, and ultimately the secret of bocce's success is that all players have fun! Students in all grades are welcome to attend. The Bocce Club meets on Tuesday afternoons from 3:15 to 4:00. When the weather is nice, the club meets on the Bocce Court inside the track behind Knott Hall. During the inclement weather months, the members report to Wheeler 200 first and then go to play in Sheridan 1st floor.   
    
  Interested students should contact Dr. Barbera before showing up at a meeting. 

• Boosters Club

  The Boosters are dedicated toward increasing Loyola Spirit, while working throughout the year to promote student event and activities. The Boosters assist the SGA with the various forums throughout the school year. A key event for the Boosters is running the Turkey Bowl Pep Rally each year. All students are welcome to join.  
  
  

  Interested students should contact Mr. O’Dwyer or Mr. Winters.

• Business and Investment Club

  The Loyola Business Club is a student-driven group aimed at providing learning opportunities for students at all grade levels to learn about different aspects of business. They run a MarketWatch Investment Simulation that gives participants an opportunity to test investment strategies and utilize information that they learn in meetings. The club also hears from alumni and other speakers about their experiences in a wide range of fields. There is an opportunity every week for students to share relevant news and topics they find intriguing. The Business and Investment Club meets on the second and fourth Thursday of each month.  
   
  Interested students should contact Mrs. Yancisin or Mr. Trice. 

• Chess Club

  Chess Club meets weekly on Thursdays in the Connaughton Family Learning Commons in St. Ignatius Hall to play and improve at the game of chess. Students just need to show up to participate. Additionally, the club hosts tournaments throughout the year with prizes for the winners. 

  
  Interested students should contact Ms. Darr.

• Climbing Club

  Loyola Climbing Club meets weekly on Mondays throughout the year at Movement climbing center in Timonium. The club is open to middle school and upper school students. Bouldering and top-roping are the main disciplines focused to ensure a life-long interest in an extremely active sport. 
  
  

  Interested students should contact Mr. Glorioso.

• Creative Writing Club

  Do you like writing fiction? Do you write poems for fun? Do you enjoy writing in general? If the answer to any of these questions is yes, you should join the Creative Writing Club. At the Creative Writing Club, you will be able to share your pieces and receive constructive feedback from fellow students. You will be able to have your pieces published and even have the opportunity to enter your pieces into contests outside of Loyola Blakefield. The main goal of the Creative Writing Club is to encourage and improve student writing at Loyola Blakefield.  
    
  Interested students should contact Mr. Weber. 

• Culinary Club

  The Loyola Blakefield Culinary Club is a club for Upper School students that has been active since 2003. During our meetings, we take a hands-on approach to learn how to prepare food through different techniques.  Working out of the Knott Dining Hall kitchen, we try to make new and interesting foods. Throughout the year we have student lead preparation meetings and creation meetings when we get to prepare (and eat) our finished products.
  
  In addition, we utilize our culinary talents to help our school and community. Last year we prepared dinner and served at Baltimore Station. To initiate, share, or improve your cooking skills, come out and join the Culinary Club (besides, we get to eat a lot of food)!  

    
  Students interested in joining this club should contact Mrs. Aloi.   

• Cyber Security Club

  Founded during the fall of 2012, the club focuses on providing an environment where students can learn about the vast field of cyber security. Through hands-on experience and guest speakers, students are exposed to a variety of topics and develop the ability to identify and correct common security threats on their home PCs and mobile devices. The club also participates in competitions year-round ranging from local to worldwide. This club is open to students in grades 6 – 12. First year members meet on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons from 3:10 to 4:45 in the St. Ignatius Lab. Returning members meet on Monday and Wednesday from 3:10 to 4:45 in the St. Ignatius Lab. 
   
  Learn more about our Cyber Science & Informatics program here. Interested students should contact Mr. Morrill. 

• Dons-for-Dons Peer Tutoring

  The purpose of Dons-for-Dons Peer Tutoring is to provide a comfortable space in which younger Dons can seek academic help. Dons-for-Dons tutors consists of a group of motivated, hardworking upperclassmen who want to help their peers succeed in school by assisting with content, organization, and study skills. The tutoring is open to middle school students and freshmen Monday through Friday after school from 3:05 to 3:45 in the Learning Commons.   
     
  Students interested in tutoring or who need academic help should contact Ms. Holmes. 

• Dungeons & Dragons Club

  Dungeons & Dragons (D&D) is a tabletop fantasy role playing game (RPG) in which players create characters and embark on adventures across fictional worlds to battle otherworldly creatures. The goal is to have a fun time journeying through adventures created by other students, while coordinating and planning as a team. This club is open to all students and all skill levels and meets on Wednesdays at 3:30 in Wheeler 105.

   

  Please contact Ms. Love or Mr. Barker with questions. 

• Environmental Club

  Our environmental club, the Eco Dons, is inspired by the teachings of Pope Francis' encyclical, Laudato Si, to care for our common home. As a Jesuit school, we are committed to embracing the principles of social and environmental justice, and our club embodies this mission by striving to create a sustainable and harmonious future for our planet. In this club, we will conduct a student-led environmental audit, develop an eco-Dons green team, increase attention to our community garden, plant, protect, and educate about native plants, reduce waste, and promote ecological awareness. We will partner with Loyola University and local organizations to participate in various events and we would love you to join.
  
  This club is open to both middle and upper school students. 

• Fantasy Baseball Club

  Students interested in this club should contact Mr. Manelski. 

• Frazzleerham Club

  Frazzleerham was invented by Barry Morley at Sandy Spring Friends School in Sandy Spring, Maryland sometime in the 1960s. The Loyola Blakefield Latin Club under the careful and conscientious guidance of Mr. Leo Behrendt brought the game to Blakefield in the fall of 2004. Since then, it has become a staple activity for Dons in the Hollow every year and has even been incorporated into Freshman Orientation.

   

  The rules of the game are designed to provide players with a thorough workout while not favoring competitors who might excel in any particular sport. Players move a ball by throwing, bouncing, heading, and under certain circumstances punting; however, players may not run with the ball. The object is for one team to bounce the ball into a bucket that is held by one of their teammates, “the Snapper,” who is confined to a small square enclosure called the “Rham.” Each team has their own. Tackling is sometimes permitted but it is not an essential feature of the game. The field of play has no boundaries, and the time limit and required score can be adjusted to the will and constraints of the group.

   

  The Frazzleerham Club meets each Wednesday after school and is open to all students. Check the announcements for more information. No experience or commitment is required. Come out and play whenever you can.
  
  Interested students should contact Mr. Ryan Thomas.

• Garden Club

  Are you interested in sustainability? Have you ever wanted to learn how to grown your own food? In April 2021, the Garden Club launched the first-ever student/faculty-sustained vegetable garden in the history of Loyola Blakefield.
  
  

  The Club will meet regularly between mid-March through November of each year.  Students will learn how to prepare/amend soil for planting, sow a variety of vegetable seeds such as tomatoes, peppers, carrots, pumpkins, eggplant, fennel, squash, and beans, and even learn how to cook meals from your homegrown produce.
  
  The Garden brings biodiversity to our campus and serves as an oasis for a variety of indigenous fauna such as goldfinches, dragonflies, butterflies, honeybees, and hummingbirds.  All grade levels are welcomed to come GROW their gardening skills and environmental appreciation. 

   

  Interested students should contact Dr. Fastuca or Mr. Keeney.

• Gym Bros Club

  If you are new to working out, if you just started, if you are an athlete looking to improve yourself physically, or if you are a seasoned lifter, Gym Bros is the club for you. The club pairs upperclassmen and seasoned lifters with younger Dons or those less experienced who are looking to improve. The club's goal is to create a stronger sense of community among students, while helping improve physical strength, mood, and confidence.
   
  Interested students should contact Mr. Henry and Mr. Parr.

• Ignatian Family Teach-In For Justice

  Each year, Loyola Blakefield sends a delegation of students to attend the Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice in Washington, D.C. It is an annual gathering for members of the Ignatian family (Jesuit institutions and larger churches) to gather in the context of social justice and solidarity to learn, reflect, pray, network, and advocate together, recognizing the integral link of faith and justice. Students meet every other week leading up to the Teach-In to learn about pertinent topics and plan a Candlelight Vigil for Justice. The event is open to upper school students. Participants will meet each Thursday after school from 3:05 to 3:45 in Burk 107. 
   
  Interested students should contact Mrs. Szczepaniak. 

• Intramural Sports

  Our popular intramural sports program provides students the ideal environment in which to compete and learn what it means to be a true leader and teammate. Current intramural sports offerings include Flag Football, Dodgeball, and Indoor Soccer. This program is open to all upper school students.
  
  Interested students should contact Mr. Lankford.

• Junior Classical League

  Join the Loyola Blakefield Chapter of the Junior Classical League  — a national organization dedicated to having fun while appreciating and promoting the languages and cultures of Ancient Greece and Rome. The club occasionally attends competitions and field trips, both of which are optional. This club is open to all students. The High School cohort meets each Tuesday in W206. The Middle School cohort meets every other Wednesday in SIH 203.
  
  Interested students should contact Ms. Reed or Mrs. Wise.

• Justice Summit Planning Committee

  Every year, students plan an all-school, all-day Justice Summit to educate and inspire the community on relevant social justice topics. The event includes keynote speakers, breakout sessions, and prayer/reflection. Students meet each week to work on the logistics of the event and plan activities to prepare the community for the annual Justice Summit. The committee meets each Wednesday morning before school from 8:00 to 9:00 in Burk 107. 

   

  If you’re interested in joining this committee, please contact Mrs. Szczepaniak. 

• Liturgical Music

  Part of the mission of Loyola is to encourage students to be religious, loving, open to growth, and dedicated to working for a just world. The goal of the Liturgical Music Club is to provide the Loyola Blakefield community with music that is meaningful, joyful, and spirit-filled at Masses and prayer services. Rehearsals are held regularly, and all those with experience playing an instrument and/or singing are welcome to participate.
   
  Interested students should contact  Dr. Skirpan.

• Liturgy and Examen Committee

  The Liturgy Committee is a group of students and staff dedicated to creating a vibrant experience of worship and authentic encounters with the Holy Spirit for our school community. This club is for you if you are interested in learning more about Mass, getting involved with liturgical ministry, or using your creativity to shape our shared rituals and prayers. This is club is open to all students and staff.
  
  Interested students should contact Mr. Riley.

• Lumberjack Club

  Focused on building a stronger community, the Lumberjack Club meets consistently throughout the school year to "wear flannel, eat pancakes, and get to work." There is no felling of trees in this club. All students are members of the Lumberjack club.
  
  We meet the last Wednesday morning of each month on the Xavier Hall patio.
   

  Interested students should contact Ms. Myers or Ms. Andrews.

• Math Club

  Math Club is a student-driven club that provides a platform for students to expand their math knowledge while bonding with their peers. The club competes in the Maryland Math League, a monthly competition involving local private and public schools. Students attempt to answer six questions ranging from Pre-Algebra to Calculus in a time span of 30 minutes. The club also explores new math topics that may not be taught in the high school curriculum and participates in other local competitions. A knack for math is not needed to join the club, just a willingness to learn and have fun! Math Club is open to all students from grades 6-12, but most topics discussed in Math Club include skills from Precalculus and beyond. Math Club meets twice per month in Burk 008 on days determined by student availability (on Tuesdays). 
   
  Interested students should contact Ms. Warfield or Mr. Erdman. 

• Model U.N. Club

  The Model United Nations Club meets weekly to prepare its members to participate in the annual American University United Nations Conference in Washington, D.C. Participants work with other students from all over the country to discuss and problem-solve current global issues. Students are tasked with representing various countries in committee sessions of the UN’s General Assembly or specialized committees. In the past the Loyola Delegation has represented Ethiopia, United States, Nicaragua, The Democratic Republic of Korea. This 2024 American Model UN Conference will focus on Latin America.  All the committees will be functioning in a coordinated world with issues related to different Latin American countries.  During club meetings, students research how to best represent their country and with whom they can strategically ally at the conference. This club is open to upper school students.
  
  We meet in B211 on Wednesdays after school from 3:00 – 4:00 through February. 

   

  Interested students may contact Ms. Gentry or Mr. Manelski. 

• Mountain Bike Team

  The Loyola Mountain Bike Team races in the Maryland Interscholastic Cycling League (MICL), an affiliate of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA). The league consists of several other MIAA schools as well as club programs and has nearly 800 riders, ranging in ages from 6th through 12th grade. Races range in distance from 8 to 16 miles, depending on age. It is open to all students. However, it is separate from the Bike Club and only competes during the Fall season. We practice daily in the summer and fall to prepare for our five scheduled races. The team meets Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturdays, and races are every other Sunday, starting the first weekend in September and ending the first weekend in November. We typically practice at Loch Raven trails from 3:30-5:30.  

   
  Interested students should contact Mr. Keeney or Mr. Glorioso. 

• Mountain Biking Club

  The Loyola Blakefield Mountain Biking Club serves to unite all of our Dons in outdoor exploration of local trail systems and current environmental issues. The club meets weekly to ride, conduct bike maintenance, watch educational and entertainment biking videos, as well as participate in local trail workdays and cleanups. The club also hosts weekend rides at various trail systems in the surrounding areas. Participation is open to all grades and levels of experience. The Mountain Bike Club meets on Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30. 

   
  Interested students should contact  Mr. Keeney or  Mr. Glorioso. 

• Movember Club

  The Movember Club is specifically concerned with promoting awareness of male mental and physical health concerns. Movember plans programming for the school’s annual focus on men’s health in November.  
  
  

  Please contact Mr. Knapp with any questions.

• Multicultural Club

  The Multicultural Club supports Loyola’s community by providing our Dons with a space to learn about their own and other cultures, to collaborate with affinity spaces on campus with our D.E.I.B. initiatives and programming, and to become allies/ companions for others within our Ignatian mission. This diversity-focus community club is a space for everyone to learn and appreciate their own culture, values, beliefs as well as a space to learn, celebrate, and share in the diverse cultures that make up our beloved community. 

   

  Interested students should contact: Mrs. Blackburn, Ms. Jefferson, Ms. Love, or Mr. Medina.
  
  

  Interested in supporting our Annual Multicultural Festival on April 4th, 2025? Reach out to Mr. Abrams, Mr. Bowers, Ms. Jefferson, or Mr. Medina. 

• Newspaper Club

  The Newspaper Club is a perfect opportunity for all students to meet and brainstorm ideas for Loyola’s on-line newspaper. Whether it be sports, fine arts, or any news fit to print, we make sure everyone gets to include something in each issue. The paper will be published online, and we plan to release new issues quarterly. Meetings take place every Thursday after school from 3:00 - 3:45 in Wheeler 108.  

   

  Any interested students may contact Mrs. La Canfora, Luca Pirisino ‘25, or Rocco La Canfora ‘25.

• Off-Script: Comedy Improv

  Humor is a necessity. More than this, humor—and improvisation in particular—is a skill invaluable in everyday conversation, professional interviews, crowd-pleasing speeches, and more. At Off Script, we require no memorization or experience and provide an outlet for students to exercise and learn about thinking on their feet, performing before a crowd, and making good jokes while developing creativity, positivity, teamwork, and confidence. Along with other forms of comedy, we focus on improv: a live, collaborative performance made up on the spot using nothing more than a suggestion. While it may sound scary at first, whether you can’t make a joke, or you think you're the greatest sensation since Seinfeld, you’ll grow your comedy and improv abilities in ways you wouldn’t have imagined.  

    

  We meet every Tuesday from 3:00 – 4:15 in Wheeler 106. 

   

  Interested students should contact Ryan Beveridge or Dr. Conderacci.

• One Love Club

  One Love is an organization founded in honor of Yeardley Love, an NDP alum and UVA women;' lacrosse player whose life was tragically ended by her boyfriend in 2010. One Loves mission is to empower young people with the tools and resources they need to see the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and bring life-saving prevention education to their communities. 
  
  The One Love Club brings educational workshops to our school, hosts fundraisers and game dedications, educates through social media and workshops, and more to prevent relationship abuse and empower others to love better! The workshops we do works to build confidence in having tough conversations with friends. We promote the healthy and unhealthy signs and encourage students to take actions in their own relationships as well as supporting friends.
  
  Students interested in OneLove should contact Ms. Biron or Mr. Haus.

• Open Studio (Art Club)

  Open Studio is open to all creative thinkers, artists, and creators! Students will work on their own personal styles, explore materials, and enhance the school community with their artwork. The club meets each Thursday afternoon from 3:00 to 4:00. Club meetings are held in the the Art Room (202) in Burk Hall.  
   
  Interested students should contact Mrs. Jackson or Mrs. Stone. 

• Outdoors Club

  The Outdoors Club is open to both middle school and high school students.  

   

  The Outdoors Club will not have weekly meetings. We will plan hikes in local area hoping to do one or two hikes per month. Longer hikes will be done on weekends or school holidays. We will also hope to have fire building and campfire cooking sessions. IF there is sufficient interest a May camping trip is possible.

   

  Interested students should contact Mr. Cucuzzella.  

• Philanthropy Club

  The purpose of the Philanthropy Club is for Dons to help other Dons in need. The group sells concessions at athletic events to raise funds for items such as lunch accounts, ring purchases, tuxedo rentals, prom tickets, and basic necessities to help our Dons. This program also extends to Loyola Blakefield families that are in need of assistance. 
   
  Interested students should contact Mr. Plunkett. Mr. Plunkett will communicate the schedule for concessions directly with students in the club. 

• Photography Club

  The photography club provides a place for enthusiasts and novices to discuss cameras, good photography skills, and film. Newcomers can learn the basics of photography. Club members will photograph school events. The club meets on Wednesday afternoons from 3:10 to 4:00 in Burk 203.
  
  Students interested in the Photography Club should contact Ms. Myers or Mr. Cohen.

• Quiz Bowl

  Quiz Bowl is a trivia club meant to challenge our middle and upper school Dons on their knowledge of various subjects. Questions can be about sports, music, math, or English. Questions are asked in varying formats each round to be sure the students are always on their toes. If you have random fun facts jumping around in your brain, come on out to Quiz Bowl to see how your knowledge stacks up against your peers and others around the nation!  
   
  Quiz Bowl meets on Tuesday from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm and competes against other local Catholic schools on Tuesdays monthly and in weekend tournaments periodically.  
   
  Interested students should contact  Mr. Barker or Mr. Frias.

• Religious Experience Club

  We meet to discuss our unique experiences with religion, the history of religion in general, the history of specific faiths and beliefs, and how different religions function and how they relate to the present. This club is open to all students and faculty, whether you have a faith you are committed to, if you are trying to find one, if you have a religion but are not sure about it, or even if you are curious to learn about religions but not interested in being committed to one. We are open to all. We believe this club will help those who are seeking religion, seeking commitment to a set of beliefs, or seeking something greater than themselves. The club meets on alternating Mondays in Burk 116. 

   

  Please see student Matias Caceres or Mr. Harris with interest. 

• Robotics Club

  The Robotics Club is made up of a group of students who come together to design, build, program and test creative solutions to a wide variety of challenges in the technology, engineering and mathematics fields. The students develop robots to perform specific tasks in which they must complete at competitions to score points for their team. Students meet after school to test and practice with their robots in preparing for weekend competitions. Robotics teaches students how to think on their feet and problem solve through trial and error effectively. This club is open to all students in grades 6–12. 
   
  Interested students should contact Mr. Gangler or Mr. Bromwell. 

• Rock 'n Roll Club

  This club is open to High School students at Loyola Blakefield who enjoys playing music. No experience is necessary. Bring your own instrument. Middle School students may be considered following an audition. The club meet each Wednesday from 3:05 to 4:00 in the Band Room in St. Ignatius Hall.  
    
  Interested students should contact Mr. Flanigan or Mr. Hattrup. 

• SAFE Center Mentoring

  Each week, Loyola Dons meet and socialize with a group of middle school students from the SAFE Center. SAFE Center students visit Loyola for academic support as well as fellowship, fun, and dinner! The SAFE Center visits every Wednesday from 4-6pm and once a month we visit their afterschool program. Meetings begin at 3:45 in Wheeler 206 and end at 6:00 pm. 

   

  If you’re interested in joining the group, please contact Mrs. Szczepaniak.

• Sailing Club

  The sailing club is part of The Interscholastic Sailing Association (ISSA) which governs secondary school sailing in the United States, in both independent and public high schools. At Loyola, our sailor eligibility starts in the ninth grade. Schools schedule dual meets for team racing and compete in open and closed fleet racing events, mostly in doublehanded dinghies. Our team in past years has consisted of up to nine sailors, consisting of freshman – seniors. The Sailing Club is open to all high school students and eight grade students with all experience levels. We welcome all newcomers to join us for a wonderful experience on the water.
    

  For more details and registration information, contact Ms. Wallace.

• Service & Justice Committee

  This committee, open to middle school and high school students, plans and coordinates monthly service projects in our local Baltimore community. These service projects occur after school and on weekends and are open to all students and faculty members. The group meets each Monday afternoon from 3:05 to 3:45 in the Burk Academic Commons (Burk 100). 

   
  Interested students should contact Mrs. Szczepaniak or James Lukish.

• Ski Club

  The Ski Club sponsors several ski trips on Fridays beginning in January to Ski Liberty, Ski Roundtop, or Ski Whitetail. Students depart from Loyola directly after school via coach buses and return at 10:30 p.m. The Ski Club is open to all students and all experience levels. More details and registration information are shared several weeks leading up to the trips. 
   
  Interested students should contact Mr. Glorioso, Mr. Keeney , Ms. Suzanne Schriver or Ms. Tisdale.

• Spanish Club

  The Spanish Club seeks to provide opportunities for Middle and High School students to pursue their personal and academic goals in the Spanish language. To enhance their educational experience, students are encouraged to participate in group activities that allow them to develop personal relationships, learn leadership and organizational skills, and serve the Hispanic community.   
  
  

  The Spanish Club seeks unity for Spanish students and all members of the Loyola Blakefield community (faculty and staff are welcome) interested in learning Spanish. The Spanish Club studies the culture and traditions of Spanish-speaking countries by examining art, music, cinema, poetry, and literature. This allows faculty and students to interact, practice spoken Spanish, and learn about Hispanic cultures in a relaxed atmosphere. The club also seeks to create networking opportunities between Hispanic students at Loyola and other schools in the area.  

   

  The Spanish Club meets each Wednesday from 3:00 to 3:45 in Wheeler 205A. Please contact Mr. Bahamon for more information.

• Speech & Debate

  Loyola’s championship Speech & Debate team, also called Forensics, offers Dons a chance to compete for Loyola with their voices and their minds. Effective communication has probably never been more important than it is today. With so many voices and viewpoints screaming out for our attention in our turbulent times, those who have most fully mastered this art will have the greatest impact. Fortunately, these communication skills can be taught and learned. Our nationally recognized program does exactly that. Whether you have a cause to advocate, a policy to debate, a character to portray, or a news issue to analyze, speech and debate provides a platform for your voice to be heard. The Dons have a rich history of success, having earned many local, regional, and national accolades at tournaments over the past decade and beyond. Join us! 

   

  The full club meets each Wednesday from 3:15 to 5:00 in Wheeler 106. 
   
  Interested Upper School students should contact Mr. Paniccia and view the webpage for Speech and Debate here. 

• Spikeball Club

  The Spikeball Club provides a space for students to get together leisurely over their shared love of Spikeball. The club will also form a competitive team to participate in Spikeball competitions. 

   

  The club meets each Wednesday afternoon from 3:05 to 4:05 on the grassy area between Xavier and Knott Hall. In inclement weather, the club will meet in the 4-court gym. 

   

  Please contact student leaders Mitch Villavaso and Noah Balog for more information. The club moderators are Mr. Schlichtig and Mr. Briand, SJ.

• Sports Broadcasting Club

  The Loyola Sports Broadcasting Club (Loyola Sports Network) produces live broadcasts of select Loyola athletic events. The club is always looking for student commentators, camera operators, producers, graphic designers, social media managers, and more!

   

  The club meets on Mondays at 3:05 in Burk 107. This club is open to all students in grades 6 – 12.

   

  Interested students may contact Ms. Myers or Mrs. Mitcherling.

• Sportsmen's Association

  The Loyola Sportsmen’s Association provides students the opportunity to share their outdoor experiences with others who have similar interests. Club activities include freshwater fishing, Chesapeake Bay striped bass fishing, sporting clays, an annual trip to the Great American Outdoor Show in Harrisburg, PA, and semi-annual fish and wild game dinners with the Loyola Culinary Club. In the past, the club has also raised money to support outdoor adventures for serious ill youth.  The LSA meets after school on Thursdays in Burk Hall, Room 204. 
   
  Interested students should contact Mr. Katchko. 

• String, Chamber Ensemble

  This club is designed for Dons who play a string instrument and are looking for other Dons who do the same. The strings will then join a small group of woodwind and brass players creating a chamber ensemble.  
  
  

  This club meets on Friday mornings at 7:05 a.m. in the Music Suite located on the ground floor of St. Ignatius Hall. We have played the music of Mozart, Beethoven, Schuman, Dvorak, the Beetles, and Cold Play. We will perform on the Christmas Concert, Spring Concert and any other time or place we can find.  
  
  

  Interested students should contact Mr. Babcock.

• Student Ambassadors

  Student Ambassadors consist of students in grades 10–12 who serve the Office of Admissions and the school community to welcome prospective families and visitors to Blakefield. Members act as campus tour guides and participate in Admissions events including local High School Fairs, Discovery Days, and our annual Open House by sharing their perspectives of student life.
  
  Interested students should contact Mr. Price.

• Student Government Association

  Loyola's Student Government Association (SGA) consists of student leaders who are elected by their peers to provide further oversight and student involvement of major events on Loyola’s campus. SGA members provide a link between the administration and the student body and serve as examples for their peers and underclassmen. Furthermore, the Student Government at Loyola Blakefield is responsible for engaging the Blakefield Community in important events like the School Blood Drive, the Fall Food Drive, and the Turkey Bowl Pep Rally. Club meeting days vary depending on upcoming events. 
   
  Interested students should contact Mrs. Pipkin. 

• Super Smash Brothers Club

  The Super Smash Brothers Club meets once a week to play the most recent installment in the Super Smash Brothers video game franchise—currently Super Smash Brothers Ultimate for the Nintendo Switch. This club is made up of players with all levels of experience. This club is open to students in grades 6–12.
  
  Interested students should contact Mr. Knapp.

• Yearbook Club

  The Yearbook Club is responsible for the design, composition, editing, and publication of the Loyola yearbook. For over 160 years, the Loyola yearbook has been documenting the Dons of Loyola Blakefield and chronicling the changes that have occurred within Loyola’s community. Students meet twice a week to design layouts, compose copy, select photographs, and edit proofs. They work diligently to capture the most important parts of everyday life here at Loyola and create an historical document revealing what makes Loyola such a special place each year. This club is open to all students and meets every Wednesday from 3:15-4:15 in Wheeler 104. 

   

  Student interesting in document a year in the life of Loyola should contact Mrs. Andrews or Mr. Barker.