Gender-Sexuality Alliance (GSA):
Advisor: Ms. Emma Myers
Meetings: Thursdays at lunch in Room 234
The GSA (Gender-Sexuality Alliance) is a student-run organization that includes students of all genders and sexualities, who work together to organize school initiatives and outreach about issues impacting them and our school. The organization serves as a safe and supportive space for all students to be themselves, connect with each other, and to engage in student leadership to assist in transitioning LGBTQ2S+ students into high school.
Diversity and Excellence Association (DEA):
Advisor: Ms. Colleen Ireland
Meetings: Mondays at lunch in Room 212
The Nottawasaga Pines Diversity and Excellence Association is a student-led group that celebrates culture, identity, and community. Our goal is to create a safe and empowering space for Black, Brown, Asian, and Indigenous students while promoting understanding and belonging across the school. Members help plan meaningful events such as Black History Month celebrations, Culture Night and other awareness activities like a food drive for Ramadan throughout the year.
Join us to share your voice, celebrate diversity, and help make our school a place where everyone feels seen and valued.
Dance Teams:
Advisor: Ms. Rachael Cormier
Tryouts are in September
Practices: Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays at lunch in Room 130 (depending on which team)
The dance teams at NPSS offer students the opportunity to explore art through movement. The studio is a brave space for students to get creative, learn from one another and feel empowered in ways that can be used in the classroom and everyday life! Our teams work together to create fun and challenging choreography, building a sense of community along the way. While we currently perform styles like Hip Hop, Jazz and Contemporary, we are happy to support other styles students are interested in. The NPSS dance teams perform at Arts Nights, Performance Competitions, and the Annual Dance Recital @ NPSS. If you are interested in joining our dance teams, or even taking a dance course, stop by the studio or check out our dance Instagram (@npss.dance.dept) for more information. Remember, everyBODY can dance at NPSS!
Drama Club:
Advisor: Ms. Jasmine Cuff
Meetings: Thursdays (see rehearsal schedule for lunch and after-school dates)
Drama Club is open for all students who yearn for a space to take creative risks and develop community. Early in the year we meet weekly to play Drama games, get to know each other and build our Drama family. Later in the school year we mount a One-Act play that we compete with at the National Theatre School Dramafest. There are opportunities for those wishing to write a script, direct, produce, design, run tech equipment, help backstage or act on stage! All are welcome!
Environment & Sustainability Club:
Advisor: Mr. Trevor Neale
Meetings: Events and clean-up dates announced as we go!
The Environment and Sustainability Club is open to all students who care about the planet and want to make a difference whether that be big or small! Early in the year, we meet to share ideas, plan eco-friendly initiatives, and learn more about environmental issues that affect our community. As the year goes on, we’ll take action through projects like school-wide waste reduction campaigns, clothing swaps, local clean-ups, and more. Whether you’re passionate about nature, creative problem-solving, or just want to spend time with like-minded people, this is the place for you. All are welcome to grow with us!
Fitness Room:
Advisor: Ms. Jenna Rietkoetter
Open: Monday-Friday, during lunch and after school
Students are able to use the NPSS Fitness Room during lunchtime and after school. Various teachers volunteer to supervise, but students need to be self-motivated to workout during this time. A knowledge of fitness skills and equipment is necessary.
