Student organizations
Dover Area High School has a number of student organizations that reflect student interest and promote academics, service, and community. Select any organization below to see additional information on a particular activity.
Due to COVID-19 pandemic, there might be a club that is not running at least the first semester. Please check with the club advisor to make sure it is running. Thanks!
Game Club
Advisor
Ms. Johnston
Club Description
The Anime Club seeks to unite students who share a love of Japanese animation and culture. Weekly meetings are held every Tuesday from 2:40 - 3:30, beginning the second full week of school. Students are able to watch various series, compete in video game and card tournaments, as well as code during club activities. This club also meets during Academy time.
Book Club
Advisor
Mrs. Helwig
Description
Come and rediscover reading for fun. We will read and discuss one young adult book per month. Students will have the opportunity to vote on the books the club will read. This group meets during Academy time..
Class of 2020
Advisors
Mrs. Craig & Mr. Spahr
Class of 2021
Advisors
Mrs. Marlowe & Mrs. Reed
Class of 2022
Advisors
Class of 2023
Advisors
Mrs. Krebs and Mr. Oswalt
Competitive Academics
Advisors
Mrs. Marlowe & Mrs. E. Miller
Description
Competitive academics strives to bring students together to focus on social studies competitions such as Mock Senate, Model United Nations, and Mock Trial.
DEAR Club
Advisor
Mr. Brandstadter
Description
Provides an opportunity for students to earn community service hours by cleaning up the district’s campuses and surrounding environment.
DECA
Advisors
Mrs. Kress, Mrs. Gross, & Mrs. Heird
Description
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Members will have the opportunity to compete locally and may qualify to compete nationally.
DAHS Morning Show
Advisor
Mr. T. Smith
Description
Students write, produce, and edit the daily broadcast of the DHS Morning Show.
Eagle's Eye (Newspaper)
Advisor
Mrs. Krebs
Description
Student gathered and reported news maintained on the WordPress site and linked to the high school web page.
Envirothon
Advisor
Mrs. Forbes
Description
This group prepares to attend the local environmental problem-solving competition for high school age students. Students will be studying information on: soils & land use; aquatic ecology; forestry; wildlife; and current environmental issues.
Fall Play
Advisor
Mrs. Brandstadter
Description
Each fall, we put on a theatrical production for the community. Students participate as actors, stage crew, and tech crew.
FFA
Advisors
Mrs. Barzydlo, Mr. Bowen, & Ms. Marsh
Description
Dover FFA is a local chapter of the National FFA Organization. FFA is a leadership group for students interested in agricultural sciences. Activities include leadership conferences, competitive events, field trips, and community service. Any student taking an agricultural class is invited to participate.
LINK Crew
Advisors
Mr. Miller, Mrs. J. Miller, & Mrs. Linker
Description
Juniors and Seniors, recommended by staff provide a mentor for freshmen as they make the transition to high school. LINK Leaders provide lessons throughout the year on academic, social, and behavioral issues to guide freshmen in making good decisions in all areas. LINK Leaders also serve as a contact person for freshmen in need.
National Honor Society
Advisors
Mr. Stover and Mr. Spahr
Description
NHS serves to recognize students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, service, leadership, and character.
Membership is by nomination and selection only.
Project Harmony
Advisor
Mrs. Marlowe
Description
Project Harmony meets to discuss cultural awareness and diversity in our school and community. The club meets to plan social events, host speakers, promote awareness, and participate in volunteer activities. The club helps develop and create leadership among students, raise awareness in the school around student-identified diversity issues,, and inspire the school to address problems related to diversity.
Quiz Bowl
Advisors
Mr. Hoover & Mr. Karras
Description
Students compete against other schools in a trivia style format.
Robotics
Advisor
Mr. Bahn
Description
We attend two local robotics competitions each year. The robots we build are made using VEX and MakeBlock systems. Each competition consists of several challenges and awards are given out for each.
SADD
Advisors
Mrs. Marlowe & Mrs. Mort
Description
The goal of SADD is to help students make positive decisions that advance their health and safety. DHS’ SADD mission is to empower students to successfully confront the risks and pressures that challenge the, throughout their daily lives.
Skills USA
Advisors
Mr. T. Smith & Mr. N. Smith
Description
National advisory organization for students with selected career preparation courses & programs. Students develop career related experiences and compete against other students locally and nationally.
Spring Musical
Advisor
Mrs. Brandstadter
Description
Each spring, we put on a musical theater production. Students participate as actors, stage crew, and tech crew.
STAR Club
Advisors
Mr. Miller & Officer Allen
Description
Proctored and supported by the United States Army, STAR gives students the tools needed in life to become a strong leader. STAR encourages students to take active roles in their own life, including their families, schools, and community, with the ultimate goal of graduating high school and entering post secondary opportunities. This is a student-run club that teaches and practices skills necessary to succeed in life after high school, as well as military activities. An interest in joining the military is not necessary.
Student Council
Advisors
Mrs. Focht & Mr. Eshbach
Description
Student governing organization, which organizes Homecoming and other charitable events.
Varsity Club
Advisor
Mr. M. Smith
Description
Varsity Club is a service organization that recognizes those students earning varsity level athletic letters, and provides a service to both the school and community.
Yearbook
Advisor
Mr. Hoover
Description
Students work to develop and build the yearbook for the 2019-20 school year.