Sponsors: Haydee Dominguez Varsity Sponsor and Bri Wisdom Junior Varsity Sponsor
The Naaman Forest High School Cheerleaders are talented young ladies that promote Ranger spirit! Help us cheer on our Rangers at different school events such as Special Olymics, volleyball games, football games, basketball games, and more.
Director: Courtney Williams
The purpose of the varsity drill team is to promote spirit and sportsmanship at school functions and to serve as a performing group representing the high school throughout the community, state, and nation.
Instructional and performance activities are affirmatively directed toward development of individual member improvement, resulting in a highly skilled performance group. Each student selected must be cognizant of the time commitment and individual dedication demanded in striving for personal improvement and teamwork through responsibility
and discipline.
Students are exposed to teaching, practice, and performance opportunities that result in the development of responsibility, self-respect, and that encourage honest effort in striving for excellence. These opportunities also develop character, teamwork, and pride in quality performance and physical fitness by emphasizing the maintenance of high standards.
Director: Julieanne Henderson
The purpose of the junior varsity drill team is to promote spirit and sportsmanship at school functions and to serve as a performing group representing the high school.
Instructional and performance activities are affirmatively directed toward development of individual member improvement, resulting in a skilled performance group. Each student must be cognizant of the time commitment and individual dedication demanded in striving for personal improvement and teamwork through responsibility and discipline.
Students are exposed to teaching, practice, and performance opportunities that result in the development of responsibility, self-respect, and that encourage honest effort in striving for excellence. These opportunities also develop character, teamwork, and pride in quality performance and physical fitness by emphasizing the maintenance of high standards.
The Lumberjacks are Naaman Forest Ranger Men’s Stunt and Spirit Squad who, along with the cheerleaders, get the crowds “fired up” at games and pep rallies. Lumberjacks are usually described as out-going, smart, personable, and dedicated leaders. Although gymnastics is a popular part of the Lumberjack history, we are in need of all skill sets. If you have “mad” school spirit and love having a great time, the Lumberjacks may be for you.
Currently there is no sponsor for the Lumberjacks but please stay tuned for announcements for a new sponsor and Lumberjack.
Stepping or step-dancing is a form of percussive dance in which the participant's entire body is used as an instrument to produce complex rhythms and sounds through a mixture of footsteps, spoken word, and hand claps. The speed of the step depends on the beat and rhythm the performer wants it to sound.
Our step team practices and performs at our pep rallies. The step team also competes in competition in the spring.
The Class of 2022 is excited to announce that this year's senior Prom will be held Sat May 21, 2022 from 8-12 PM at Cross Creek Ranch. Please see this flyer for details about NFHS Prom.
Prom Tickets are on sale now and they can be purchased in January and February for $100. There is a payment plan as well. Please click here for the payment schedule and payment options. If you are planning on bringing a guest you must fill out this form, it is due when you purchase your ticket for Prom.
This year's prom is going to be fantastic!! The venue is beautiful and has a ranch style indoor and outdoor covered area perfect for pictures by the bridge over the creek and an arbor overlooking the pond. The DJ we have selected specializes in making proms FUN and ENGAGING and was our DJ at the Halloween Dance. We will have a food truck serving brisket tacos, brisket nachos, and brisket sliders and Ben and Jerry's will be providing ice cream. We will have a photobooth, a flip book, a 360 photo booth, casino games, and prizes. Can't WAIT!
To sign up for Prom and pay online or in person click here to access the NFHS Prom Google Form.
If you have any questions please reach out to the NFHS Class of 2022 Sponsor, Mr. Dorociak.
Sponsors: Barry Dorociak, Anna Taylor, and Cindy Dabney
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Alicia Juan | President |
| Katherine Lopez | Vice president |
| Holly Vongprachanh | Secretary |
| Monica Revolorio | Social Media/Historian |
| Phat Phung | Business and Marketing |
| Aileen Sanchez | Treasurer |
It is the purpose of the Class of 2022 to raise funds for prom, develop student leadership, enhance school spirit, increase community service, and promote comradery.
| Name and email | Responsibility |
|---|---|
| Cynthia Platero | President |
| Heather Craddock | Vice-president and Jingle Bell Run Coordinator |
| Christella Chipman | Treasurer |
| Tehra Dixon | Secretary |
| Rangers2022 | Email account for class of 2022 |
We are currently using the Group Me App. Please find NFHS Class of 2022
To email the class of 2022, please use Rangers2022.
Sponsors: Bri Wisdom
If you are interested in becoming involved with the Class of 2023, please see Mrs. Wisdom in room 510.
Attention all Juniors.
There will be a Class of 2023 meeting next Tuesday, February 1, 2022 in room 510. If you are interested in helping plan senior events such as prom, join!
Sponsors: Marcus Robinson
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| TBD | President |
| TBD | VP community service |
| TBD | VP competition |
| TBD | VP visual media |
| TBD | VP social events |
Please follow us on Twitter, @ranger_deca, and join our Ranger DECA Google classroom, code: 5rl5kz, for the most updated calendar of events.
District Competition:
State Competition:
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. It enhances the co-curricular education of members through a comprehensive learning program that integrates into classroom instruction, applies learning, connects to business, and promotes competition.
DECA's core values are competence, integrity, teamwork, and innovation.
The Academic Decathlon is designed to include students of three academic levels. Each nine-member team consists of three "A" students, three "B" students and three "C" students, as determined by official GPA.
Sponsors: Vanessa Lyons and Andrew Clark
Academic Decathlon/Octathlon is a team competition wherein students match their intellects with students from other schools. Students are tested in the following categories:
*Speech and Interview are for Decathlon only, Octathlon members will not participate in these two events.
Gold, Silver and Bronze medals are awarded for individual events and total scores. Winning teams advance through the local, regional, and state levels of competition. The best Ac Dec teams from each region compete at the state championship, and the state champion competes at the national finals. Octathlon competes at local and regional levels only.
Based on the model of the athletic decathlon, the Academic Decathlon requires participants to prepare for ten academic events. Like the athletic contest, the Academic Decathlon does not permit participants to specialize but rather encourages academic versatility by requiring students to prepare for all ten events.
AcDec emphasizes educational opportunity and academic excellence; therefore, students must pass all subjects in order to participate in competitions.
In order to be involved, a student must apply though the coaches. They can be reached easily via email at the following addresses: Mrs. Lyons or Mr. Clark.
Students must exhibit a desire to learn independently and to challenge themselves personally. Classes are offered for both Academic Decathlon and Octathlon. Unless arrangements are made with the coaches, students must be in the class in order to participate in the competitions.
Because AcDec is extremely competitive and students are asked to expand their knowledge of ten subjects, honors credit is awarded on the GISD transcript for students in Academic Decathlon or Octathlon classes at Naaman Forest.
Head Advisor: Tim Closs
Advisors: Karen Forbes
The Naaman Forest FFA chapter was established in 1996 and develops members’ leadership, career, and communication skills through various co-curricular activities each school year. Any student in one of the many horticulture classes offered at Naaman Forest can become a member of the National FFA Organization and the local FFA chapter.
Each fall, members can compete in Leadership Development Events that challenge student’s general FFA knowledge, public speaking, and communication skills.
In the spring, we compete in Career Development Events to apply the knowledge and skills developed in the classroom. These contests challenge the students with real world scenarios to ready them for a career in agriculture.
Our chapter participates in various events during the year, including:
If you or your child is interested in becoming a member of the FFA, talk with your counselor, an FFA advisor, or an FFA officer today! Meetings are typically held every 2 weeks in the Horticulture room. Check the display case outside room 324 for the latest updates and times.
Being an active FFA member can get you that competitive advantage you need in applying for schools, scholarships, and for a job!
Sponsors: Mike Bobbitt and Laurie Holtzman
HOSA at Naaman Forest is designed for students seeking entrance into some area of the medical field. It provides members with beneficial hands-on activities and observations which will allow them to get a better idea of what they want to do later in life. this club is actively involved in various Community Service activities which are discussed at monthly meetings. Members are encouraged to compete in the Regional HOSA competition at the end of the year where students are challenged to demonstrate their medical memorization and skills. We require 20 hours of community service per year for Seniors to get their graduation stole.
The HOSA Mission: To promote career opportunities in in health care and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people.
The HOSA Vision: Making friends and having fun, while learning and promoting healthy living.
You must be a clinical rotation student or in HSTE Career Prep to be in this club.
Sponsor: Bei Tian
The Mu Alpha Theta National High School and Junior College Mathematics Club was founded in 1957 by Dr. and Mrs. Richard V. Andree at the University of Oklahoma. In his words, Mu Alpha Theta is "an organization dedicated to promoting scholarship in mathematics and establishing math as an integral part of high school and junior college education." The name Mu Alpha Theta was constructed from the Greek lettering for the phonemes m, a, and th.
Naaman Forest High School Mu Alpha Theta members are responsible for doing Math Tutorials every month to help Naaman math teachers get their students to pass STARR.
Mu Alpha Theta is a national honorary Math organization. To qualify for induction into Mu Alpha Theta, a student must:
All meetings are at 2:50 p.m. (the first Tuesday of the month) in room 425. Makeup meeting is the next morning at 7:10 a.m.:
Membership Requirements
Sponsor: Kristie Smoot
TBD
The NBHS meets the second Tuesday of the month in room 413 from 7-7:20 a.m. The chapter has a makeup meeting the following Wednesday morning at 7 a.m. for those who could not attend the regular Tuesday meeting.
Selection by local membership committee
Sponsor: Lynette Varrassi
The National Honor Society (NHS) is a nationwide organization for high school students. Selection is based on four criteria: scholarship (academic achievement), leadership, service, and character.
To become part of NHS at Naaman Forest High School, students must be invited to apply, complete the application process, and be approved by the NFHS Faculty Council. Students must have a 3.5 or higher GPA in order to receive an invitation to apply, and once selected as a member of NHS, students must maintain a 3.5 GPA or higher.
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Jacqueline Rodriguez | President |
| Kalabe Zerihun | Vice-president |
| Han Nguyen | Historian |
| TBD | Treasurers |
| TBD | Secretary |
| TBD | Parliamentarian |
| TBD | Junior vice-president |
| TBD | Junior vice-president |
To be eligible for membership consideration, students must have a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 at the end of the fall semester. Students will then be required to complete a Student Information Form and turn it in to the advisor by the specified due date. Additionally, potential members must meet high standards of leadership, service, and character.
Leadership is based on the student’s participation in the community, or school activities, or election to an office. Service is based on the student’s prior activities in either community or school volunteer projects. Character is measured in terms of integrity, behavior, ethics, and cooperation with both students and faculty. The Faculty Council will evaluate members of the sophomore and junior classes in these areas based on information provided by the student and the faculty.
You are required to earn 20 hours per semester. We hope you divide your twenty hours between service to the school and service to the community, but there is no requirement that students spend a certain amount of hours in service to the school and the other in service to the community.
Service hours may be earned in a variety of ways: helping teachers, attending tutorials, leading tutorials, volunteering at school and community events, helping neighbors, teaching, etc. When Mrs. Varrassi knows of volunteer needs, she communicates the information on Canvas. If NHS members know of service or volunteer needs and communicates that to Mrs. V or the officers, the entire NHS is made aware of it.
Participation in the school wide NHS service opportunity is highly encouraged.
Sponsor: Rhonda Hill-Martin
The Naaman Forest Speech & Debate Club is an organization that is based upon promoting leadership, motivation, improving critical thinking skills, and socializing among those who enjoy a competitive nature. Any student can join the Speech & Debate Club. Club dues are $5.00 per year. We have a monthly meeting the 1st Wednesday of each month. At these monthly meetings, we discuss upcoming events and celebrate birthdays. Another side of our club consists of students who compete at tournaments. A goal of a speech/debate competitor is to earn membership into the National
Forensics League, a national honor society for speech students. By competing at tournaments you are able to earn points to obtain membership. To become a NFL member, you need 25 points. Distinguished NFL alumni include: President Lyndon Johnson, Vice President Hubert Humphrey, actress Shelly Long, actor Jamie Foxx, television host Oprah Winfrey, news anchor Jane Pauley, and thousands of other leaders in politics, business, education, law, and public service.
The Naaman Forest High School Speech & Debate Club is a great club and organization for students that attend Naaman. This page provides you with a calender for our upcoming events for you to come see our Speech and Debate Team in action. Naaman has been very proud and amazed at the talents of our Speech and Debate team in the past, and we are sure that this years team will be no different. Aside from competing in the DFW area, we have also competed on the State level as well as the National level.
The Speech and Debate club meets the first Wednesday of every month in room 207. The meeting time is 2:50-3:20 p.m.
Sponsor: Curtis Foster
Officers: President - Adam Lbayad Vice President - Jatavia Willis Structural Engineer - Reginald Turner Programming Engineer - Sarah Sherlund
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Adam Lbayad | President |
| Jatavia Willis | Vice President |
| Reginald Turner | Structural Engineer |
| Sarah Sherlund | Programming Engineer |
The mission of FIRST® is to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.
Combining the excitement of sport with the rigors of science and technology. We call FIRST Robotics Competition the ultimate Sport for the Mind. High-school student participants call it “the hardest fun you’ll ever have.” Dean Kamen, FIRST Robotics
Under strict rules, limited resources, and an intense six-week time limit, teams of students are challenged to raise funds, design a team "brand," hone teamwork skills, and build then program industrial-size robots to play a difficult field game against like-minded competitors. It’s as close to real-world engineering as a student can get. Volunteer professional mentors lend their time and talents to guide each team.
If you need more information or would like to join the robotics club, please see Mr. Foster in room 309 or you may email Mr. Foster.
Sponsor: Zac Underwood
The sales for the 2021-22 Forester Yearbook will be ongoing. Order forms may be picked up outside room 104 when made available. Rangers also have the option to order and to pay for their yearbook online at Jostens. The 2021-22 Forester Yearbook will be distributed in May. Please see Coach Underwood in room 104 for an order form or scan a QR code to order online.
Senior Ads are due the Nov. 12, 2021 for the 2021-22 Forester Yearbook.
Prices are:
Parents and students may order online from Jostens or get a form from Coach Underwood and the yearbook staff in room 104.
Sponsor: Mrs. Tammy Oehlke
TAFE (Texas Association of Future Educators) is for students who are interested in the field of Education. To learn more about TAFE visit this site: https://www.tafeonline.org/about-tafe
UIL Principal: Mr. Ron Anthony
UIL Campus Coordinator: Mr. John Hawley
The University Interscholastic League offers the most comprehensive literary and academic competitive program in the nation. It offers more than any other UIL division in terms of activities. More than a half million students participate in UIL academic contests. Naaman Forest has 22 academic teams with almost 100 team members. Please join us!
These activities, which exist to complement the academic curriculum, are designed to motivate students as they acquire higher levels of knowledge, to challenge students to confront issues of importance, and to provide students with the opportunity to demonstrate mastery of specific skills.
Students who compete at the State competition in May are eligible for many TILF scholarships. Information on how to apply for these scholarships can be found on the UIL Site. The application window is March-May of your senior year. Fun fact: some students receive scholarships covering the cost of their entire bachelor’s degree by winning just one of these TILF scholarships!
If you are interested in participating in Academic UIL, please speak to the coaches listed below. You may compete in more than one team.
| Academic Contest | Teacher Sponsor | Room Number |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting | ||
| Calculator Applications | Richard Leon | 434 |
| Computer Applications | Kristi Boyd | 411 |
| Computer Science | ||
| Current Issues and Events | Emily Haecker | 223 |
| Literary Criticism | ||
| Mathematics | Richard Leon and Than Tuyen Bui | 434 and 432 |
| Number Sense | Bei Tian | 425 |
| Ready Writing | Teresa Harden | 123 |
| Science | Constance Bond | 514 |
| Spelling & Vocabulary | Ginette Wafford | |
| Editorial Writing | ||
| Feature Writing | ||
| Headline Writing | ||
| News Writing | ||
| Social Studies | Lynsi Arango | |
| Informative Speaking | Rhonda Martin | 207 |
| Persuasive Speakin | Rhonda Martin | 207 |
| Poetry Interpretation | Rhonda Martin | 207 |
| Prose Interpretation | Rhonda Martin | 207 |
| Lincoln-Douglas Debate L-D Debate |
Rhonda Martin | 207 |
| One Act Play | Chelsea Prettyman | 205 |
Sponsor: Andrew Clark
Anime is a style of animation originating in Japan that is characterized by stark colorful graphics depicting vibrant characters in action-filled plots often with fantastic or futuristic themes.
Anime club is all about Anime! We watch Anime episodes and series. Talk about Anime news and just have an overall good time enjoying Anime. We watch different genres.
The anime club meets every Tuesday after school in room 224 which is Mr. Clark's room. The club meets from 2:50-4 p.m.
If you have any questions email the Anime Club sponsor Thomas Clark.
Sponsors: Chelsie Lokke
Art Club is an after school club on Mondays. We meet to create works of art and use our creativity to expand beyond the classroom. Everyone is invited so students that don't have room for art in their schedule, but have a passion for it are able to attend and create art. We work on public arts as well as individual projects. Mostly it is a club that is fun!
Join the art club every Monday after school in room 210. Room 210 is Mrs. Lokke's room.
Sponsors: Amanda Godwin and Brennan Jones
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| TBD | President |
| TBD | Vice-president |
| TBD | Treasurer |
| TBD | Secretary/Historian |
The drama club meets the 2nd Wednesday of the month after school in room 205. Room 205 is also known as the Little Theater.
Drama Club is a social organization of students interested in any aspect of theatre. Drama Club is where students of all walks of life can come together to watch and work on plays, give back to the community, and raise funds for productions. Drama Club is in connection with our International Thespian Society Troupe 4821. ITS is an honor fraternity for students who have shown exemplary work in theatre and school. ITS members have the opportunity to attend the Texas Thespian Festival every November as well as audition for scholarships and compete in Individual Events.
Sponsors: Lesa Atkinson
Esports stands for electronic sports, but for high school students, it is much more than that. Esports has changed the traditional meaning of “student-athlete” as it has been officially recognized as a sanctioned sport. Esports provides students with the opportunity to represent their schools through competitive game play, while improving collaboration skills, strategic thinking skills, team-work strategies and communication skills. To participate in Esports, each student must follow the strict rules and guidelines stated in The Garland ISD Esports handbook, which includes that students must be passing all classes and exhibit positive behaviors on and off campus.
In its inaugural season, Naaman’s NFHS Orange Rocket League team placed among the top 16 in the state of Texas losing in the 2nd round of the state playoffs, and our League of Legends team finished among the top 8 in the state after losing in the 3rd round. Naaman is coming into the spring season with 2 League of Legend teams and 2 Rocket League teams. Both League of Legends teams, Power Rangers and Ranger Danger, finished week 2 with 4-0 records. Ranger Danger took a spot in the Texas top 7 with 2 impressive wins over Thomas Jefferson High School. Our NFHS Green Rocket League team fell to 0-2 as they lost to the state champions, Grapevine High School, while NFHS Orange finished at 2-0 earning them the number 9 spot in Texas.
Stay tuned for more updates as Naaman Forest Esports competes against other Texas High Schools for a chance to be the Esports State Champion.
For more information, please contact Mrs. Atkinson in room 423.
Sponsor: Andrew Clark
Gaming refers to playing electronic games, whether through consoles, computers, mobile phones or another medium altogether. Although traditionally a solitary form of relaxation, online multiplayer video games have made gaming a popular group activity as well.
The gaming club has console gaming, some computer gaming, board gaming and card gaming. It is all about having fun, learning new games and hanging out with some great people!
Dates, Times and Room Number TBD - please check back for additional information.
Sponsor: Haydee Dominguez
Green is the New Black meets for campus recycling every Monday afternoon in room 517. A monthly meeting is held on the last Thursday of every month to discuss new and upcoming events and opportunities to earn service hours within the community.
The purpose of GITNB is to raise awareness of environmental conservation and the footprint we leave behind. We also endeavor to change the way we behave to better support our environment.
Sponsor: Barry Doraciak
The Naaman Forest FCA meets every Friday morning at 6:45 a.m. in room 515. The Bible study is led by students. Donuts and juice are usually provided.
The Vision of the FCA is, "To see the world impacted for Jesus Christ through the influence of athletes and coaches."
The Mission of the FCA is, "To present to athletes and coaches and all whom they influence the challenge and adventure of receiving Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord, serving Him in their relationships and in the fellowship of the church."
Mr. Dorociak is one of our science teachers. If you need to speak with him and it is not Friday morning in room 515, you can generally find him in his classroom, room 518. Room 518 is across the hall from room 515.
Sponsor: Sarah Harmon
Rachel's Challenge is an organization set up in memory of Rachel Scott. Rachel Scott was the first person killed at Columbine High School on April 20, 1999. This program creates the "want to" or desire for positive change. The students that belong to this program at Naaman will be doing community service projects and coupling with other groups at times to help with fundraising, mentoring and random acts of kindness. We also, as a group, encourage and assist our fellow students on their way to following their dreams and becoming successful.
We get involved in various community service projects (hospitals, children's homes like Jonathan's Place, senior communities, etc.) monthly & organize field trips to museums, cultural events, plays, etc. for underprivileged children along with offer scholarship opportunities to our seniors in the club that complete at least 25 hrs of community service with the group their senior year.
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| TBD | President |
| TBD | Vice-president |
| TBD | Treasurer |
| TBD | Secretary of Hours |
| TBD | Secretary of Minutes |
| TBD | Historians |
| TBD | Senior class representative |
| TBD | Junior class representative |
| TBD | Sophomore class representative |
| TBD | Freshman class representative |
Our meetings are Wednesdays after school in room 515. Our meeting begin at 2:50 p.m. and generally end at 3:20 p.m.
For more information about Rachel's Challenge, please see Mrs. Harmon in room 437.
Sponsor: Nicholette Terzis
The mission of our Student Council is to promote student leadership, citizenship, community service, school spirit, human relations, and scholarship within our community.
| Name | Position |
|---|---|
| Caroline Delgado | President |
| Paula Aguilar | Vice-president |
| Long Vu | Energy and environment chair |
| Vianna Ho | Pride and patriotism chair |
| Hailey Gonzales | Drugs, alcohol, safety, and health chair |
| Vivian Rico | Community service chair |
| Abdul Darkazalli | Social media chair |
| Daniel Nguyen | Secretary |
Student Council meets Tuesday after school in room 437. Our meeting times are 2:50-3:30 p.m.
Student Council has 4 standing committees: Energy and Environment(E&E), Pride and Patriotism (P&P),Drugs, Alcohol, Safety, and Health (DASH), and Community Service (CS). The committees plan and execute different projects throughout the year.
Each member has the opportunity to earn patches, stoles and/ a cord. When a member reaches 100 points their first year as a member, the member receives the Naaman Forest Student Council patch. The second year of earning at least 100 points, the member receives the Texas Association of Student Council patch. The third year of 100 points and service, the member receives the National Student Council patch.
As a senior, members may also earn their Student Council stole. Members must maintain 20 points per month and have at least 100 points for the year. The Student Council stole can be worn an the graduation commencement ceremony. Members may purchase their own stole for $25 or borrow one from Student Council for a $25 deposit. Once the stole is returned to the sponsor, the $25 is refunded.
Each year, the Naaman Forest Student Council hosts the Carter BloodCare Drives. The drives are held during the months of October and February. To be eligible for the Carter red cord, students must donate twice during their senior year. A deferral during a blood drive does not count as a donation. Students have until the last day of April to make their donations. The Carter red cord are distributed the Monday and Tuesday after AP testing is complete.
If your student has tested positive for COVID-19, you are required to fill out the Positive Case Report form to receive return dates and excuse your student's absence.
If your child has had close contact with other students or staff within 48 hours prior to the start of symptoms or if you have any COVID related questions, please email us at COVIDHELP@garlandisd.net.
