Start a Club at PETHS
Bring your passion to life, build a team, and create the clubs and events you wish already existed. We’ll guide you every step of the way.
What Makes a PETHS Club?
Clubs are more than weekly meetings. They help students grow leadership skills, build community, and deliver memorable experiences for everyone at Trudeau.
Purpose-Driven Vision
Every club starts with a clear reason to exist. Pin down the change you want to see at PETHS and use it to guide everything from meetings to major events.
Teacher Partnership
Secure a staff supervisor who can champion your team, sign off on announcements, and help you coordinate space, funding, and logistics.
Consistent Presence
Successful clubs show up all year. Plan a realistic meeting rhythm and keep members engaged with meaningful agendas, workshops, and events.
Signature Experiences
Whether you’re contributing to Fall Fiesta or launching something brand new, design experiences that bring the school together and celebrate student leadership.
Launch Roadmap
Follow these five milestones to move from idea to an approved, confident launch.
Dream & Align
Pinpoint the purpose of your club and how it enhances life at PETHS.
- Tie your idea to real student needs or passions
- Sketch out the kinds of events or meetings you’ll run
- Map out how you’ll give back to the wider school community
Build Your Leadership Team
Recruit co-presidents and executives who are ready to commit.
- Confirm everyone’s weekly availability and expectations
- Write crystal-clear role descriptions so everyone knows their lane
- Invite a teacher supervisor who believes in your mission
Prepare Your Proposal
Complete the club application form with detailed plans and documentation.
- Outline meeting cadence, communication methods, and fundraising
- Upload any supporting materials (constitutions, calendars, budgets)
- Highlight how your club will stay active all year long
Meet & Refine
Attend the intake interview (for new clubs) and respond to any follow-up questions quickly.
- Bring your leadership team and teacher supervisor if possible
- Be open to feedback. We’re here to help you launch smoothly
- Finalize action items such as promotion plans or risk management
Launch with Confidence
Start welcoming members, promote your first meetings, and make your mark.
- Submit announcements through your teacher supervisor
- Track attendance from meeting one
- Plan your contribution to a major school event right away
Club Executive Expectations
Leadership comes with responsibilities. Review these expectations carefully before you submit your application.
- 1.Club Executives shall attend all club meetings.
- 2.Club Executives should maintain an accurate attendance record of members at every meeting.
- 3.Club Executives shall create meeting agendas that are approved by their Staff Supervisor.
- 4.Club Executives shall set norms for the club and model leadership for members.
- 5.Club Executives are to handle all club money and accounting in collaboration with the Staff Supervisor.
- 6.Club Executives shall ensure spaces are cleaned after meetings and events.
- 7.Club Executives shall provide TSAC and Administration with a clear calendar, fundraising plans, budgets, and documentation of club activities.
Set Your Club Up for Success
These quick tips keep momentum high from your very first meeting.
Know Your Why
Clubs with a compelling mission retain members longer. Summarize yours in one sentence and use it everywhere, from posters to presentations.
Design Engaging Meetings
Alternate between planning sessions, hands-on workshops, and community building so every meeting feels fresh and purposeful.
Collaborate Early
Connect with TSAC, other clubs, and student leaders to co-host events and share resources. Teamwork makes promotion easier.
Ready to submit?
Lead with clarity, serve your community, and keep Trudeau vibrant. When your application is polished, send it in and we’ll take it from there.
Need to talk it through?
Reach out early. Support is easier when we build it together.
Arthmihan Arunthavanathan
Communications Chair, TSACYour go-to for club logistics, information, and everything in between.
Email ArthuMr. Kutluoglu
TSAC Teacher AdvisorConnect for guidance on teacher supervision, approvals, and keeping your club aligned with school policies.
Contact Mr. Kutluoglu