Clubs Overview
Lincoln Park High School offers many after school clubs. The clubs span a wide variety of interests and activities.
These clubs normally meet once/week and are led by dedicated student leaders and committed adult sponsors.
These clubs normally meet once/week and are led by dedicated student leaders and committed adult sponsors.
See the list of 2026/7 clubs below. For more details about a particular club please view our 2026/7 Club listing
Meeting times and location are subject to change.
Meeting times and location are subject to change.
contact Denise Morris, Director of Extracurriculars for more information:
| 2026/7 LPHS Clubs | |
| Club Name | Mission/Description |
| ACT Science Review | Targeted for juniors to prep for the ACT |
| Amnesty International | To educate people on abuses of human rights occurring throughout the world. Advocating for human rights through student action. |
| Anime | A celebration of the medium of anime and manga, in all its forms, as well as an exploration of Japanese culture and cuisine. |
| Art | A relaxed, creative space to explore art beyond the classroom. Experiment with different materials, work on personal and group projects, and find ways to share student art throughout the school. Open to all skill levels and will help build community, encourage self-expression, and bring more creativity to LPHS. A welcoming, low-pressure environment. Pottery will be part of the activities. |
| Asian American | Asian American Club: The club is aimed at creating a space to all students (not only Asian) to learn about and celebrate various Asian cultures through general meetings and special events. The club also participates in APITAC's (Asian Pacific Islanders Teen Association of Chicago) annual showcase to unite and collaborate with other area schools. Asian American Club includes groups for Bollywood, Kpop, and Chinese Umbrella dance as well! |
| ASL Club (American Sign Language) | Helping other students learn ASL, as a new or different way to communicate |
| Best Buddies | Best Buddies Club is a student organization that fosters friendship, inclusion, and leadership opportunities by pairing students with and without intellectual or developmental disabilities to build meaningful connections and create a more inclusive school community. |
| Bike Mechanics | |
| Black Student Union | To provide a space not only for black voices. Bridge the gap between students and communities. Serve as a gateway to history and serve the community. |
| Books and Nooks | To discuss the books that are read, vote on new books, and have fun activities that match the book we read |
| Boxing | Learn how to box and train properly. The club is a good physical but also a mental and emotion workout for students. The club is meant to teach, train, and mentor the student. |
| Cancer Awareness | Our mission is to raise awareness about cancer, educate our school community, support those affected by cancer, and make a positive impact through fundraising and service. |
| Cards for Hospitaized Kids (CFHK) | our mission is to create cards every week to send our lp's love to kids who need them through the Ronald Mcdonald foundation. |
| Chess Team | The Chess Team competes in local, state, and national tournaments. If you are willing to learn and compete in tournaments, you are welcome at any skill level. Our practices involve lessons on tactics and strategies and time for friendly chess games. |
| Chicago Solutions | Researching and gathering volunteer, community and possibly scholarship opportunities for LP students |
| Chinese Go | A valuable platform for exploring Chinese strategy games such as Go, Mahjong, Chinese Chess, and other traditional board games. These activities not only enriched students’ cultural knowledge but also enhanced strategic thinking and social interaction. The club is open to all students, including those in Mandarin classes and others interested in these games. |
| Chronic Conditions | The club works to educate the community and promote awareness of various chronic medical conditions. It's a safe space where students can connect, feel understood and empowered. |
| CIEE Club (Study Abroad) | Do you want to study abroad? Our alumni will help you decide, plan and apply. Take advantage of the scholarship opportunities and participate in this life-changing experience! |
| Civic Leaders of America (CLA) | Civic Leaders of America is a grassroots student-led organization with the mission of fostering civic engagement among high schoolers through regular debates, local conventions, information about current events, and activism and volunteering opportunities. We provide students a platform to voice their opinions and engage in meaningful discussions, and we hope that through our activities, students will develop their own unique and informed worldview and create the change they want to see. |
| Collaging | Make collages with paper, magazines and or comics. Enjoy and learn about the art of collage |
| College Access and Opportunity | This club focuses on providing Lincoln Park students of all grades with the resources available to help them prepare for college. Through students’ participation in this club, we want them to leave feeling more confident as they enter the college application process. |
| Culture Exchange | To promote global awareness, cross-cultural understanding and tcreate a more peaceful world both in our country and around the world. We connect students who have traveled abroad as an exchange student (or want to) and current exchange students from other countries here at LPHS. We will help students apply for programs like CIEE to travel abroad with scholarships. We will host international guest speakers, share international snacks and build a better understanding of global communities. |
| Debate | Policy Debate is a specific type of debate that involves learning the elements of effective argumentation and developing a deep understanding of a current relevant political issue. A person can only really claim to hold an informed political position if they understand all sides, and in debate students must be prepared to argue either side of the resolution. Students also develop research skills as they continuously revise and develop their case. |
| DECA | Help students learn about business and compete with other schools |
| Disability Education & Awareness Network | Grow awareness of disabilities, its causes and the attention needed for the disable community. |
| Dungeons and Dragons | Students will meet to create characters and organize original Dungeons and Dragons campaigns |
| eGaming | An organized online and in-person setting to discuss and play games. Our esports teams compete online and in-person in events hosted by the IHSEA, SPIN, and IHSA to develop sportsmanship, competitive rigor, and obtain competitive/college opportunities. |
| Environmental | The LP Environmental Club aims to provide the school with clean sources of energy like wind and solar, reduce waste in the lunch rooms through composting and recycling, and raise awareness about climate change and natural resource conservation in the school community. |
| Figure Skating | To enjoy the sport of figure skating. Compete locally |
| Fusion Lions Hop Hop | A vibrant space for students to learn and/or teach exciting dance styles, connect with fellow dancers, and explore their creativity through choreography. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced dancer, there’s a place for you here. |
| Gardening | Gardening Club aims to beautify LPHS by maintaining plants and flowers in gardens throughout our campus. This is a seasonal club |
| Geopolitics | Geopolitics aids in the learning of ongoing political events that impact students' lives. We analyze conflicts and crises from across the world and understand how we affect them and how they affect us. Our focus is on geopolitical events from countries/regions that are typically overlooked. |
| Girls Who Code | Open to all students who are interested in coding or already enjoy coding and want to create games, animations, etc. using the CodeHS platform's extension of Scratch (MIT.edu). |
| Innovation | The Innovation Club is a hands-on space where students can explore technology, design, and creative problem-solving. Members work with 3D printers, electronics projects, soldering, coding projects, and other maker technologies in the LPHS Innovation Lab. The club also includes opportunities to experiment with AR/VR and gaming. |
| Jewelry | Come together to make various types of jewelry (either for donation or gifting), learn jewelry-making skills and bond |
| Jewish Student Connection (JSC) | The Jewish Student Connection Club is a fun, welcoming space for students to celebrate Jewish heritage through activities and lively discussions. With great snacks, it’s a place to make friends, learn about traditions, and enjoy a strong sense of community! |
| Key | Key club offers students involved with a variety of ways to get involved with various opportunities to serve their communities, whether local, school, etc. It help people build compassion, leadership and commitment to help others. It is an internationally known club, and connects students worldwide. |
| Latine Student Union | Building solidarity and strengthening cultural pride in the Latin LP community |
| Left Wing Society | - Discuss left-wing political ideologies - Organize events (such as protests) - Teach about the history of left-wing ideologies - Hold and practice debates within the club |
| Made For More Christians | A Christian Club where students come together to talk about scripture in the bible. |
| Majorettes | The majorette team is a unique program, started by young African American women at LP. Majorette is about giving minority-race women the chance to express themselves through dance, but meanwhile gaining a sense of sisterhood and displaying black excellence. |
| Math Team | Mathletes study and compete together in math competitions. All students who are interested in math are encouraged to join, regardless of their math background! |
| Medical Careers | Students gather to participate in activities, games and lectures intended to inform them of various medical fields and career opportunities. |
| Model UN | This is a competing club. Students role-play delegates to the United Nations and simulate UN committees and other organizations. This involves researching, public speaking, debating, and writing skills, as well as critical thinking, teamwork, and leadership abilities. |
| Needlework And Craft Circle | Bring a craft you are working on: crochet, knitting, embroidery, or come just to sketch or write and chat. No experience necessary. Students learn from each other. |
| OCEAN | OBSERVE, CREATIVE, ENGAGEMENT, ACTION, NEWS (increasing student engagement and involvement at LP) |
| Paw Print Newspaper | The Paw Print Newspaper is published on a regular basis throughout the year. Plan, write, edit and run a student newspaper. We publish articles about life in our school and community, and provide a way for students to showcase and practice literary skills and abilities. |
| Pickleball | To play and enjoy the sport of Pickleball |
| Ping Pong | Play and enjoy the game of ping pong |
| Poetry | Space for students to write and engage with poetry |
| Pokemon | The mission of Pokemon Club is to create a welcoming space for all Pokemon fans! Whether you play the TCG, like collecting cards, enjoy crafting, or just want to connect with people who like the same franchise as you, this is the place! We are welcome to all levels of fan, and want to create a place for people to make friends and connect over a common interest. |
| PROMPT | (Plan, Routine, Organize, Manage, Prioritize, & Time) To aid (underclassmen) students in their academic transitions by teaching them methods of studying and time-management to become better organized and more balanced between their academics and personal life. |
| Red Cross | Practice and exemplify humanitarian values through mission-driven service projects |
| Robotics | LP ROBOTICS is a competitive FIRST Tech Challenge (FTC) program empowering high school students through hands-on engineering, software development, CAD design, and business operations. Founded in 2019, our program features two distinct competition squads: LP ROARbotics (#17403): One of Chicago’s top-ranked FTC programs, featuring 5 consecutive Illinois State Championship appearances. LP RoboLions (#37432): Our newly formed junior varsity squad, giving underclassmen full competitive season experience. Whether you want to build, code, design, or lead, all experience levels are welcome to join the Pride. Please note: Robotics is a high-intensity, team-driven program, and we are looking for committed and dedicated students who can consistently attend practices and events throughout the school year long season. |
| Rock Climbing | The sport of climbing |
| SAGA | Sexuality and Gender Alliance - Provides a safe space for students to learn about, discuss, and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community at LPHS and beyond |
| Sailing | Learn how to Sail c420 boats at Columbia Yacht Club (fee associated with joining). Video reviews during winter months; Spring Sailing Dates: March 17th - May 17th 2027 |
| Script Writing | Teaching the technical way to approach and write scripts that are meant to be performed. Our mission is to develop creative writing skills, create a collaborative environment, encourage our club members to try and test out multiple genres and topics interchangeably to create a strong and personal world in their scripts and work. |
| Slavic Student Union | To create a safe space and community for Slavic students to meet and learn+teach each other about their culture. |
| Sports Debate | To debate various sports topics |
| Student Voice Committee(SVC) | Focus on school improvement. Try to address persistent issues. Design best ways to elevate communication among students and between faculty/students. |
| Students For Change | Participate in a variety of projects that improve the school community and make a positive impact on student life. Past projects include Blood Drives and Oz Park Clean ups |
| The Infurmary | This club will provide students with hands-on skills, service opportunities, and information on domestic and wildlife animal care. We will also help guide our young vets into the pathway towards their goals of helping animals. |
| Theater | Theater Club puts on a play every spring. We typically hold auditions in March, and rehearse through early May |
| Trans Advocacy | Trans Advocacy club aims to spread awareness of trans-specific issues, as well as advocating for social and educational rights. We place an emphasis on mental health and strive to create a healthy and strong community for the entire LGBTQ community of LPHS. |
| Ulimate Frisbee | Learn how to master throws, catches & running routes. Ultimate is a coed/all gender, noncontact 7v7 sport, where you score by catching the disc in the endzone. The club will meet as long as the weather permits. We are looking for students to not only learn how to play but to LEAD our club! |
| Women Empowerment | The Women Empowerment Club is a space dedicated to fostering strength, confidence, and support among young women at LP. This club offers a welcoming environment where students can openly discuss topics related to gender equality, leadership, and self-confidence. Through group discussions, activities, and guest speakers, members will have the opportunity to develop personal and professional skills, build a supportive community, and explore ways to impact their school and community positively. Joining the Women Empowerment Club encourages students to grow, find their voices, and learn the power of uplifting one another. |
| Yoga | To learn and/or enjoy the art of yoga |
