Club Fair Sets New Record with Number of Options
Guitar Club’s display was one of dozens set up in the cafeteria. Photo: Caroline Pychynski
By CAROLINE PYCHYNSKI
As our Hornets stormed Midwood for October 11’s Club Fair, you could feel the enthusiasm of students rise as they explored the record 89 options available this year.
Adisa Sokoli ‘26 praised the variety, which seemed unlimited. “I can feel the school spirit through these options,” she said.
Due to the overwhelming amount of clubs, the fair was held in both the C-Gym and the cafeteria. The offerings included Guitar Club, Women in Stem, Pride, UNICEF, Cancer Support, Anime, Video Game, and the Black Heritage Alliance, to name just a few.
Club leaders stood next to colorful display boards with detailed information about their clubs. The creativity earned positive impressions from students.
“It felt very welcoming being able to see so many people passionate about their clubs, wanting to include everyone, and informing them about how their club was unique,” said Maimuna Fardous ‘24. “It was also interesting to see my friends or classmates who I didn't know were running a club. It was like ‘Hey, I know you!’”
The C-Gym was flooded with students. Photo: Caroline Pychynski
At the same time, there was a talent show in the auditorium where students performed poetry, singing, taekwondo, and more.
Some clubs used the talent show to encourage students to join. The K-Pop Club and the Step Team performed with catchy music and great energy as the crowd went wild.
The talent show even included some teachers! Ms. Mardee Goodwin, Mr. Oleg Dudal, Mr. Jordan Finn, Mr. Joey Pavone, and Mr. Max Pinsky performed as a band, playing "Say It Ain't So" by Weezer and "Lithium" by Nirvana.
“Every single act showcased something that’s just so unique within our student and teacher body,” said Joanne Zhu ‘24, the mayor of Midwood.
The light bulb for this idea turned on in the mind of Mr. Lawrence Kolotkin, the coordinator of student affairs.
Seniors Ren Dzyuba and Sonia Rosa shared their poetry at the talent show. Photo: Caroline Pychynski
“Last year, we knew students would be in the queue waiting around in the auditorium because only a certain number of kids were allowed to enter the gym,” said Mr. Kolotkin. “I was thinking, how am I going to entertain them? I emailed teachers to ask them to perform and the student government got some students to do it as well. Now the tradition will continue.”
“Seeing students be so eager to practice for the talent show was something that built a community in our school,” said Zhu. “You’re seeing students connect through their shared love of performing, and you’re seeing connections within the audience as they all come together to hype up the performers.”
It’s never too late to join a club. If you’re interested, stop by 161 to get more information from Mr. Kolokin or check the 2023 Tentative Fall Schedule to find what you’re looking for.