Clubs and Organizations

Singers: If you were not able to sign up for choir, students have organized an a cappella ensemble. 

The bicycling club hosts some fun, casual rides on the Towpath. It meets in the Merriman Valley at Blimp City Bike and Hike for each ride and heads north toward Peninsula. Riders of all levels are welcome, and the pace and distance will be moderate. Helmets are mandatory so as to protect your precious brains. Micah Kraus is faculty moderator.

The Hoban BSU is for students of all grade levels. Members are involved in weekly discussions during meetings on late start Thursdays at 8 a.m. The BSU provides students with a culturally-directed community. Members organize fundraisers, participate in service projects, host guest speakers, take field trips and attend events inside and outside of the school.          

For more information contact BSU Moderator Paige Benson ’10.

Inclusivity is one of Hoban's Holy Cross core values. Committed to Inclusivity Alliance (CIA) is a club formed to support the LGBTQ community and their allies at Hoban. All are welcome. The faculty advisers are Amie Mancine, Desiree Moyer and Kate Ribovich.

Female Empowerment Club

This club is dedicated to engaging students in open conversation, educating them on what it means to be a motivated female and empowering them to be active and supportive members of their community.

Faculty Adviser: Mrs. Mattes

The Hoban Food Club meets monthly at a local restaurant in the Akron area that serves international cuisine. Our goal is to introduce new flavors to students interested in exploring different cultures.

Dan Bee is the faculty adviser.

For more information and to receive invitations to meetings, email Rachael Rice at ricer@hoban.org. 

The Harry Potter Club is open to all students interested in the Harry Potter books and movies. The club meets twice a month. All are welcome.

Kristine Darling is the faculty moderator. 
 

In 2017 Hoban students were invited to participate in the Adapt-a-Car project, in conjunction with the Summit Developmental Disabilities board. The students decorated Adapted Power Wheel cars, provided centerpieces for the event when the cars were given to the children, and created a driving track to allow the children to test out their cars for the first time. The Hoban students get the chance to share their talents and time with the children and their families. The students also get the opportunity to interact with the mentor engineers and college engineering students to explore future careers in those areas.  This year Hoban students have been invited to decorate two cars for the Adapt-a-Car project, which will be presented at the Akron Children’s Museum at Lock 3 on March 20, 2020.

The Knights for Life is a student organization committed to promoting the sanctity of life. Our commitment to a consistent ethic of life compels us to educate the Hoban community about the harmful effects of abortion, capital punishment, euthanasia, torture and unjust wars on both the individual and society.

The primary focus of our group is to promote and support life-giving alternatives that are spiritually and emotionally healthy. We challenge all those who believe that life is sacred to work cooperatively to promote a consistent ethic of life.

Chris Fahey and Hank Kappel are faculty advisers.

Peer mentors is a dynamic group of students who are committed to fostering a positive and caring atmosphere in the school. Trained as sensitive and responsible listeners, they provide monthly activities and discussion in the freshman religious studies classes to ease freshman adjustment to the Hoban community and to high school life in general. They serve as a source of support and encouragement to their peers and help field difficult situations that may not otherwise be brought to the attention of the student services (guidance) staff. 

Peer mentors also sponsor activities related to student health and well-being, such as a self-defense class and guest speakers on topics like stress management. 

The faculty adviser is Katie Surface.

The philosophy blub is for students of all grade levels and meets monthly. The members are involved in discussions related to an introduction to the history of philosophy and its methods. Discussions focus on a variety of "schools of thought" and their influence throughout history. Rob Yanko is faculty moderator.

SADD, or Students Against Destructive Decisions, is a national organization committed to reducing the tragedy brought about by alcohol, drugs and other choices that endanger the well-being of students. 

The Hoban chapter is a group that organizes activities throughout the year, such as:

• Homecoming weekend pledge banner 
• Red Ribbon Week
• Prom Promise
• SADD workshop at Quicken Loans Arena
• Speakers and assemblies
• Fundraisers
• The winter mitten drive

The faculty adviser of the chapter is Jamie Adaway. 

Weather permitting, the ski club makes five trips each winter to the Boston Mills/Brandywine Ski Resort, using chartered bus transportation. Participants can either rent skiing equipment or use their own. Registration is closed for 2022-23.

Diane Cook is the faculty moderator.

The Student Ambassador program is a leadership opportunity for students in grades 10-12 who are enthusiastic about representing Hoban and the Holy Cross values and tradition.

A Student Ambassador is expected to maintain a grade point average of at least 2.5,  have a good record of attendance and participate in all mandatory events. You will be requested to host shadows, lead campus tours during open houses, participate at Seventh Grade Visitation Day and serve the admissions office by completing various assigned duties and participating in events. Additionally, you may be called upon to serve as a spokesperson on behalf of the student body. You are an example of what it means to be a Hoban Knight and must uphold our mission to welcome one another with the hospitality of Christ.

Mandatory Events:

• Open Houses 
• Seventh Grade Visitation Day

Additional Event Dates: 

• Seventh and Eighth Grade Trunk or Treat Tailgate 
• Placement Testing 
• Christmas Crafts at the Castle for Grades K-4 
• Scholarship Reception 
• Class of 2023 Registration 
• Future Knight Easter Egg Hunt for Grades K-4 
• Welcome to the Hoban Family Picnic: Sunday, Aug. 11, 2019 from 1 to 3 p.m.
• Science Knight at the Castle for Grades 5-6 - TBD

Incentives

• Student Ambassador embroidered polo shirts are available for a discounted price of $15.
• Student activity passes are available for half price to all who participated as a Student Ambassador for the 2018-19 school year. Ambassadors for the school year will receive a discounted pass for the following school year.
• Student Ambassadors are recognized at an end-of-year social. Gifts for our seniors and underclassmen will be awarded.
• Serving as a Student Ambassador is a great addition to your resume and the admissions office is always happy to write recommendation letters for you.

Teacher Recommendation Form

Student Ambassador Contract

The staff adviser for the group is the admissions office staff.

 Student council consists of council officers, officers of the four classes and chairpersons of the standing committees: activities, spirit, marketing /video and fundraising.  It is the function of student council to coordinate student events and to work with the administration for the benefit of the school, by acting as a voice for the student body. 

Faculty advisers: Krissy Darling, Jessica Tuma and Colleen Bisesi

Executive Committee 2022-23

• President: Frank Bradshaw
• Vice president: Jacob Fenn
• Secretary: 

Pokemon club is open to students of all grade levels with an interest in all things Pokemon including all Pokemon video games, anime, Pokemon Go, card game, and more.  Moderated by Mr. Feador.