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"A" Club is composed of eight leaders who are selected from an application and interview process each spring. They are responsible for managing the AAHS concession stands, the school store, and ad sales for the athletic programs and posters. "A" Club is involved in some school and community service projects. They help fund needs in all AAHS activities and in our school.  Applications and interview are competed in the spring. Check at the Activities Office for more information.   
Advisor Courtney Richardson

Ambassadors are senior representatives who demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills and have a commitment and passion for our school. Ambassadors serve to promote awareness of the academy model, mentor relationships with younger students, and promote a positive culture and environment at AAHS. Ambassadors host guests requesting school tours and special events. Selection is through an application process each spring. See Mr. Duwenhoegger or Mrs. Anderson for more information.

Complete production of the high school yearbook is the goal of this organization. See Mrs. Farrow for more information.  This is typically taken as a class and scheduled into their coursework.

Archery is open to both male and female archers. Archery is a winter activity and meets Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings at AAHS.
Coach: Al Hansen.
More information is available in the Activities Office. 
Participation Fee: $125. Archery is an independent provider activity and may have an additional cost.

The Clay Target Team is open to males and females who have their firearms safety certification. The team competes weekly at the local shooting park and participates in a state high school tournament.

Contact Tom or Cindy Townsend at (320) 886-5377 for more information.
Participation Fee: $30, Clay Target is an independent provider activity and may have an additional cost.

DECA is an organization that prepares high school and college students for careers in business, finance, hospitality, and management. DECA's programs help students develop leadership, career readiness, and business skills through educational programs, resources for teachers, volunteering opportunities and competitive events.

Advisor: Mr. Hartmann
Participation Fee: $200

Several opportunities are available during the year to get involved in drama.

• Fall Musical - ($75 participation fee)
• Spring Play - ($75 participation fee)
• One-Act Play - ($200 participation fee)

ESports is a club whose members are avid  gamers. ESports uses the club to boost their engagement in school to help teach a variety of college and career readiness skills and discover diverse careers within esports. Fall and Spring seasons for this club.

Advisor: Pete Bruzek
Participation Fee: $75/season

FFA is an organization for students preparing for careers in the industry of agriculture. FFA activities and award programs complement instruction in agriculture/agribusiness by giving students practical experience in the application of agricultural skills and knowledge gained in classes. A major emphasis of the FFA is the development of leadership skills and abilities to prepare young people for leadership roles in their agricultural careers.

Advisor: Ms. Schweisthal
Participation Fee: $75

The mission of HOSA is to empower Future Health Professionals to become leaders in the global health community through education, collaboration and experience. HOSA provides opportunities for students to develop, practice and refine their technical, leadership, and teamwork skills to achieve a seamless transition from education to a healthcare career.

Advisor: Sue Green
Participation Fee: $75

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Key Club - Becky Schlichting

This is a team competition covering subjects such as math, science, English, social studies, etc. Five-member teams, with strengths covering as many subject areas as possible, compete against other teams in a quick response, timed, quizzing fashion, similar to Jeopardy. You do not have to be strong in all areas to be successful. Practices start in November, competition beginning in January with state competition in April. 

Advisor: Mr. Aakre
Participation: $75

Will be updated soon.

This activity is open to all students who enjoy problem solving in mathematics. Practices are flexible. All practice materials are found on Moodle under Organizations & Groups - Math League. There are 5 meets held between November and February. The math problems encountered at these meets cover topics in Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry and Pre-calculus. 

Advisor: Ms. Brunelle
Participation Fee: $75

The music department offers three large performing groups. From these groups are selected solos, ensembles, and performing small groups.

• Band - Concert Band, Pep Band, Jazz Band ($75 fee). Marching Band ($200 fee)
  • Instructor - Nick Mason 
  • Jazz Instructor Derek Ziemer
• Choir - Choirs, Carolers ($75 fee)  Instructor - Colt Lien
• Orchestra - Rainbow Strings ($100 fee)  Instructor - Brad Lambrecht

Check with the Music Department if you have questions regarding these programs).

National Honor Society, or NHS, is an organization of senior students who have maintained a high GPA while being involved in school and activities and fulfilling community service opportunities.  Students who are eligible to participate are invited to complete an application process their junior year. Once accepted through a review committee they are welcomed to the organization through an Induction Ceremony held in the spring.  Activities of the NHS include highway ditch cleaning, helping community organizations, veteran appreciation, and working with those in need. The advisor is Sarah Reif.

Competitive activity from January-April. Each speech participant chooses one area of competition out of 13 possible, ranging from memorized individual speeches to a group discussion. Typically, there is one team meeting a week and small group practices before and after school. Tournaments usually occur on Saturdays. 

Advisor: Ms. Dvergsten
Participation Fee: $200

AAHS Fitness and Performance Center is available to students every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 3:15-6:00 p.m. At this time, there is no fee for the strength training program.

Visual Arts is a MSHSL sponsored one-day event held in April. Student artwork is displayed, judged and available for community viewing. 

Contact Mr. Knick for details.
No participation fee.