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2025-26 Clubs and Organizations

Name Sponsor(s) Mission
3D Modeling Club Mr. Skapetis To help students develop a concrete understanding of how to 3D model using software such as Fusion 360
Aidyn Mae Hope Fund Club Mr. Collins To raise awareness and hope for families who have children with the rare genetic FoxG1 Syndrome and to support the parent nonprofit of the same name.
AIM (Asian Inspiration Multiplied)* Ms. Rothschild To provide awareness about racism and brutal attacks on Asian-Americans and to be a support network for Asian students.
American Sign Language Ms. Henley To educate people about American Sign Language and deaf culture, to increase accessibility on campus and to give people the opportunity to connect with deaf citizens
Angels for Allison Ms. Gonzalez To raise awareness of the parent organization of the same name that supports parents in their time of loss 
Arabic Club* Ms. Phillips-Bourass To increase awareness around Arabic language and culture. It will also help students develop compassion for other cultures.
Art Club Ms. Kuonen To promote the love of art and to create art installations for the Bolles School.
Art with a Heart for Healthcare Ms. Bauman To raise money for the cancer patients at Wolfson Children's Hospital and help them continue their love for the arts. We hope to do this by organizing auctions for student artwork, sending art to the children at the hospital and sending handmade cards.
Astronomy and Rocketry Club (ARC)* Mr. Bullington To explore astronomy and rocketry and to work towards competing on the American Rocketry Challenge.
Badminton Club Dr. Moyer To promote physical activity and well-being of students by providing a fun and engaging sport.
Black Student Union (BSU)* Mr. Wellington/Ms. McIntyre To educate people about the treatment and life experiences of blacks and other minorities. To promote diversity and cultural understanding.
BLUE Club Ms. Chandler To support people struggling in South America, Central America and the Caribbean through service and fundraising. 
Bolles Animation Club Ms. Curran To get more people into the art form of animation while also providing a safe space to discuss animation and show off one's work.
Bolles Buddies * Ms. Harcrow To help bring awareness to and support for children and adults with special needs. This club works with the North Florida School.
Bolles Builds Mr. Toblin To partner with Habitat for Humanity Beaches to gain valuable, hands-on experience in building homes for families in need.
Bolles Birding Club Dr. Moyer To foster a community of passionate and environmentally conscious students who actively participate in the study, appreciation, and conservation of Florida's avian species.
Bolles Chess Club Dr. Lieb To bring the student population together through the ancient game of chess
Bolles Pickleball Club Mr. Lawrence To give Bolles students an outlet to play and develop the emerging sport of
Bolles Premedical Society Ms. Saladino To unify students who have a common interest in the allied health fields. The club will benefit participating students through multiple volunteer opportunities, guest speakers and hands on medical experiences.
Bolles Rethreaded Club Mr. Bullington  To bring awareness and support to women that are survivors of human trafficking by empowering employment through the training of various skills.
Bolles Youth for Innocence Club Ms. Laco To help exonerate wrongfully convicted individuals in the United States through research and investigations. We will be affiliated with the national organization of the same name.
Books for Jax Mr. Bullington To bring awareness and initiatives aimed at social policy with a focus on sustainable practices around books
Brain Bee* Dr. Lieb A neuroscience trivia competition during which high school students around the world study a common curriculum to compete in their local Brain Bee Chapter competition. Students are assisted by a team at the Mayo clinic and students at UNF.
Brain Brawl* Mr. Desrosiers To create well rounded students who are fast thinkers and can collaborate together from different subject strengths to work as a team in a competition style format.
Characters for Care Mr. Lyons  To raise awareness about kids with special needs and to participate in events for them while dressed in character costumes.
Chinese Club* Ms. Rothschild To promote the Chinese language and culture.
Community Connections*   To give the students of Sanctuary on 8th Streets and fun and safe place to come afterschool once a month
Caitlin's Closet Ms. Gomez To provide formal dresses for underserved kids through the Caitlin's Closet organization.
CyberAI Club Mr. Lyons To educate the general public about cybersecurity and artificial intelligence to fulfill "Projects for Social Good." which are socially positively impactful projects utilizing data science and computerized models to solve problems beyond sole human capacity
DIPG Ellie Mr.  Ferrari To help raise awareness of and money for the illness of DIPG, a type of aggressive brain tumor that is difficult to treat.
Dreams Come True Ms. Henley To help raise funds to send a child with a very serious medical condition on a trip or the help make a 'dream' come true. This club is affiliated with the non-profit of the same name.
Drug Free Duval Dr. Yeakel To be able to provide the Bolles community information and facts about the harmful nature of drugs freely available today.
Family Promise Jacksonville Ms. Stover To support the parent organization with the same name. Family Promise seeks to make a difference in homelessness by providing compassion, dignity and hospitality to those in need.
Florida School for the Deaf and Blind Club Ms. Hazzard To spread awareness of those who engage with sensory awareness disabilities and to educate our population about the mission of the Florida School for the Deaf and Blind
French Club* Ms. Phillips-Bourass To celebrate French culture and language and to encourage others to appreciate foreign languages.
FTC Robotics Competition Teams* Mr. Skapetis  Robotics competition team
Future Business Leaders of America*  Dr. Kostandarithes FBLA is the high school division of Future Business Leaders of America-Phi Beta Lambda, Inc. FBLA helps high school students prepare for careers in business through academic competitions, leadership development, and educational programs.
Gay Straight Alliance* Mr. Hicks/Ms. Kuonen/Ms. Kirsch To create a safe place for LGBTQ students and their allies to gather and maintain a support group. We hope to foster acceptance and compassion.
Generations Connect Ms. McNesby To get Bolles student involved in a nearby, low income housing facility for seniors. Research shows that interactions and socialization events contribute to the overall health and well being of seniors who may be isolated, have little family nearby and are low income with resources that most of us take for granted.
Great Decisions* Ms. Edmonson/Ms. Gentry Part of the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville programming
Green P.E.A.S. (Planet, Equity and Sustainability) Mr. Curran To transform student and school practices related to sustainability, as well as support programs and movements which aid in environmental equity, education and justice.
Happy Hearts Mr. Hicks To bring joy to women in shelters by planning events that celebrate strength and build community. 
Hearts for Bolles Ms. Willis To raise awareness, build a community of lifesaver, educate on heart disease and take an active role in service/fundraising for the American Heart Association.
Hispanic Student Union* Ms. Stam/Ms. Crotty To spread cultural awareness and give back to less-fortunate communities through our core values of charity, inclusivity, and support. 
India Club* Mr. Buitrago To spread the culture of India by holding events celebrating Indian culture and to act as a support group.
International Student Union* Ms. Boylan/Ms. Hong This group serves as a support group for all international students as well as a platform for educating the greater population about various cultures 
Investment Club Mr. Ferrari To provide students with a broad overview of investing. 
JaxTHRIVE Ms. Jacobson To support refugee / migrant children and to assist in their acclimation into new schools. This club is affiliated with the local club of the same name.
Jewish Student Union Ms. Jacobson To strengthen Jewish identity, act as a support group, build Jewish pride and provide an opportunity for Jewish learning and interaction between and among all students of the upper school.
Justice for Jax Ms. Stevenson To give back to our greater community by helping provide aid to those facing legal hardship and supporting local nonprofits with a similar mission, such as Jax Legal Aid and the Sulzbacher Center.
Karaoke Club Mr. Ryan To bring joy to the Bolles community and beyond, through music, compassion and energy
KIDS (Kindness in a Diverse Society) Mr. Bullington To help kids struggling with food insecurities, illness, homelessness and those in foster care. This group will work with the parent organization of the same name.
Latin Club* Ms. Gillam/Ms. Gentry To promote a more thorough knowledge of Classical life, history and literature.
Lower School Academic Council* Dr. Halloran To assist in the Lower School classrooms. Involvement includes, but is not limited to, working 1:1 with students and working in small groups.  Students must apply in the fall.
Mental Health Advocates* Ms. Cussen/Ms. Clubb To raise awareness amongst the student body about mental health topics/issues.
Morgan's Message* Dr. Yeakel Strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community through fun activities for athletes on campus
Nanny's Nation Ms. Pelletier To educate the population about Lou Gehrig's Disease and support the organization of the same name that raises money to fund research to fight this disease
Nourish Jax Ms. Chandler To partner with Feeding Northeast Florida to provide as many meals as possible for struggling kids and families in the Jacksonville area.
Ocean Migraters Association Club Mr. Leonard/Mr. Buitrago To educate the community on how to protect the ocean migraters (Atlantic right whale, the great white sharks, manta rays and manatees) that pass by Jacksonville.
Once Upon a Room Ms. Stevenson To enrich the lives of hospitalized infants, children and teens whoa re fighting serious illnesses and long-term acute trauma. 
Paws-itive Change Club Mr. O'Neil To spread awareness about service dogs and the people who use them
Pets for Patients Mr. Ryan To raise and donate money for the Nemours ADAPT (Assist Dog and Pony Therapy) organization and to volunteer at Nemours.
Pink Ribbon Jax Club Ms. Saladino To raise awareness and fundraising for breast cancer.
Read it Forward Ms. Jacobson To provide a reading club where students who enjoy reading can get together and discuss books of interest.
Rising Tides Club (St Johns Riverkeeper) Mr. Dickson To work in conjunction with the St. Johns Riverkeeper to keep the St. Johns River clean.
Speech Team* Mr. Hutchings (MS) Speech Team is a competitive activity that emphasizes the importance of developing public speaking skills, acquiring self-discipline, poise, and confidence through tournaments and competitions in Florida, the Southeast, and nationally. Works with the National Speech and Debate Association, the Florida Forensic League, and The Florida Civics and Debate Initiative
Student Global Connections Committee (SGCC)* Ms. Chandler The SCGG is for all upper-school students who are interested in Global Learning. Students take a leadership role in a variety of cultural and global learning programs throughout the school year.
Students Helping Students Dr. Kostandarithes To provide accessible, online tutoring to families that need it through the parent organization of the same name
Student Science Advisory Council* Dr. Halloran meet regularly with the Biology Honors Freshmen to help them develop and carry out their EXPO projects, as well as prepare for presentations
Tiger Club Dr. Yeakel To allow Bolles students to mentor the students at Tiger Academy. We hope to build a connection between the schools to encourage high performing Tiger Academy students to develop an interest in attending Bolles. 
Twig and Vine Club Ms. Pelletier To support the parent organization of the same name in reducing poverty and employing marginalized women.
UnifyED Project Mr. Stam To help underprivileged students in Latin America receive an education on technology and AI.
Video Production Club* Ms. Wood To help students learn how to create and edit high quality videos. We will teach the students how to work as a team in creating meaningful videos with relevant content. 
Young Life* Ms. Sander To provide a place where students can find friends that they can relate to and as Christians in a diverse school, a place where we can learn how to respect others but also have a safe place where we can fully appreciate God beside other students.


*These groups are school organizations, run by faculty with student assistance.