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We offer all of our students a 360-degree educational experience while attending MacArthur High School. With over 50 clubs and organizations, students can explore and participate in enriching extra-curricular activities in addition to coursework to expand their opportunities. To maximize learning, students are encouraged to take an active approach in clubs and organizations.
Aquatics
MacArthur Aquatics is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams (Varsity & JV) who train year-round in the sport of Aquatics, which includes Swim/Dive, to compete against other schools during the sport season (September-February). JV/Varsity teams compete against San Antonio-area opponents, with the Varsity team vying for placement in state playoffs for a chance to win a state championship. Follow us on twitter @MacAquatics
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ASL Honor Society
Based on national organization with opportunities for students to excel in ASL with service hour opportunities, emphasis on character, academics and leadership.
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MacArthur Athletic Training Program
The MacArthur Athletic Training Program (MAT) provides injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation programs, sporting event coverage, and athletic practice coverage to the student-athletes of MacArthur High School and to visiting teams when the need arises.
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Band
The MacArthur Band Program is the most present representation for MacArthur High School through the entire school year. In the fall, students in the program participate as a part of the Big Blue Marching Machine - the MacArthur H.S. Marching Band. Students perform at each football game, as well as a number of contests including UIL. In the spring, the band program has numerous concert, jazz, percussion, and color guard ensembles that perform at concerts and events through the end of the year.
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Baseball
MacArthur Baseball is a UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two boys teams (Varsity & JV), who train year-round in the sport of Baseball, to compete against other schools during our sport season (January-May). Both levels compete in tournaments and pre-season games, leading into the regular season. Varsity is the only level who competes against district opponents for placement in state playoff rounds, for a chance to win a state championship. Follow us on twitter @BrahmaBaseball1
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Boys Basketball
Boys Basketball is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of four teams: Varsity, JV, and Freshman A, --who train year-round in the sport of Basketball. The Basketball program competes against other schools during our season (October-February). All levels compete against district opponents, with the Varsity team, playing for contention for placement in post-season playoff rounds, for a chance to play at the State Tournament, and ultimately, win a state championship.
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Boys Soccer (MacArthur FC)
MacArthur Boys Soccer is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams (Varsity & JV) who train year-round in the sport of Boys Soccer, to compete against other schools during the sport season (December- April). Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in post-season state playoffs, for a chance to ultimately win a state championship. Follow us on twitter @MacBoysSoccer
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Boys Track
Boys Track is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams: Varsity & JV; The Varsity teams are comprised of up to seven members, while the JV teams are made up of an unlimited number of runners. Athletes train year-round in the sport of Track & Field, comprised of 13 events, ranging from distance, horizontal jumps, vertical jumps, vaulting, sprints, hurdles, throws, and relays. The team competes against other San Antonio-area schools during our season, February-May.
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Brahma News Staff
We are the online newspaper staff of MacArthur High School. brahmanews.com
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Brahma Yearbook Staff
The Brahma Yearbook Staff will tell the story of the school year through photos, writing and other multimedia resources to publish the yearbook. Editors, staff and photographers will include student life, sports, academics, clubs, portraits, ads, and groups in the publication. Follow us on twitter and instagram @brahmayearbook
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Brahmadoras and Lassies (Mac Dance)
The NDA National Champion Brahmadora Varsity Dance Team is the feature dance group at MacArthur. They specialize in advanced level jazz, high kick, hip hop, lyrical, contemporary, and pom routines. The team is made up of 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. The Brahmadoras perform at all Varsity football games as well as designated special events. The dance team attends mandatory practices, camps, clinics, competitions at the local & national levels, and community events.
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Choir
The MacArthur Choir program consists of a diverse group of ensembles that perform a variety of vocal and choral literature. Whether you can sing or not, we can teach you in our beginning choir class - no audition necessary. Concert Chorale and Cantate are audition-based choirs that compete in UIL and TMEA contests. A cappella ensembles are proudly offered: Aperture (JV), and award-winning PFC, one of the top a cappella groups in the nation. MacArthur Choir promotes a long tradition of excellence
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Choir Room
Christopher Cross, Kimberly Mendez
Creative Writing Club
The Creative Writing Club encourages writing and voice by meeting weekly to provide space for students to write and provide feedback. The club also conducts writing contests and host Open Mic Nights throughout the school year. The club helps create the Bullseye Literary and Art Magazine which showcases the best of MacArthur students' artwork, photography, poetry, and prose.
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Kevin Brandon and Andrew Arnatt
MAC Criminal Justice Club
If interested in law enforcement and all that comes with it, come and join us. We do several simulations of arrest and activities. Students learn the terminology and procedures in certain situations.
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Cross Country
MacArthur Cross Country is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned co-ed program made up of two teams, per gender: Varsity & JV; The Varsity teams are comprised of up to seven members, while the JV teams are made up of an unlimited number of runners. Athletes train year-round in the sport of Cross Country to compete against other schools during our season (August-November). Varsity competes against district opponents for an opportunity to compete at the Regional and State level
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Culinary Club
This club will build on fundamentals being taught in the classroom for students interested in preparing for culinary competition, and explore the opportunities for entrepreneurship in the food industry.
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DECA
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe.
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Football
MacArthur Football is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of 3-4 teams (Varsity,JV, Fr. A & Fr. B) who train year-round in the sport of Football, to compete against other schools during the sport season. Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in post-season state playoffs, for a chance to ultimately win a state championship.
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French Club
So French! Join student-led activities.
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Mr Edmund Curran
Freshman Student Body
The Freshman Student Body elects the Freshman class officers to Student Council. The Freshman Officers are responsible for organizing class fundraisers, events, and serving as leaders for the freshman class
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Gardening Club
The gardening club works to promote a love of gardening through planting and maintaining garden beds around campus and growing vegetables and herbs.
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Girls Basketball
MacArthur Girls Basketball is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned girls program, made up of three teams: Varsity, JV, and Freshman A--who train year-round in the sport of Girls Basketball. The program competes against other schools during the sport season (October-February). All levels compete against district opponents, with the Varsity team, playing for contention for placement in post-season playoff rounds, culminating in a chance to play at the State Tournament.
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Girls Soccer
MacArthur Girls Soccer is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams (Varsity & JV) who train year-round in the sport of Girls Soccer, to compete against other schools during the sport season (December-April). Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in post-season state playoffs, for a chance to ultimately win a state championship.
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Girls Track
Girls Track is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams: Varsity & JV; The Varsity teams are comprised of up to seven members, while the JV teams are made up of an unlimited number of runners. Athletes train year-round in the sport of Track & Field, comprised of 13 events, ranging from distance, horizontal jumps, vertical jumps, vaulting, sprints, hurdles, throws, and relays. The team competes against other San Antonio-area schools during our season, February-May.
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Golf
MacArthur Golf is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams, per gender: Varsity and JV, who train year round in the sport of Golf to compete against other schools during our season (September-May). Varsity competes against district opponents, and train to do well at the District Tournament, with hopes to move to Regional & State Championships. Follow us on twitter @macarthurgolf
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Grupo Folklorico Magnifico MacArthur High School
Grupo Folklorico Magnífico studies Mexican Ballet Folklorico, Latin Dance and Flamenco. We are the only high school ballet Folklorico group in our district. We have brought home accolades and awards from our annual competitions including Festivals de Mexico and Bailes de Mi Tierra Competencia Folklorica. But in our hearts, we are all about our community and our culture. As our motto says, “¡A todo lo que hagas, ponle corazón!” Come to our next show, or better yet, come dance with us!! Established in 2007, we have proudly represented our school and our community at performances all over San Antonio including Fiesta, Muertosfest, Cinco de Mayo, Diez y Seis de Septiembre, World Language Tour, San Antonio River Walk and at our community elementary school seasonal festivals and more.
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Ms. Reyna and Mrs. Jaramillo
HOSA
HOSA-Future Health Professionals is a global student-led organization, whose mission is to promote career opportunities in the health industry and to enhance the delivery of quality health care to all people
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Japan Culture Club
The Japanese culture club started more than 5 years ago for all those who were interested in Japanese culture. Each meeting holds a variety of activities related to the Japanese language and culture to help members learn and hone their skills.
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Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC)
JROTC is a program offered to high schools that teaches students character education, student achievement, wellness, leadership, and diversity. It is a cooperative effort between the Army and the high schools to produce successful students and citizens, while fostering in each school a more constructive and disciplined learning environment. The outcomes of the JROTC program are:
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JROTC Department
MAJ Keith Stutts and SGM Cristina Perales
Mac Art Club
Mac Art Club invites any and all students to come in a safe, welcoming, and fun space to get creative. Students do not need to be in any art course to join art club. Just have a love and curiosity for art! Students create art for their own pleasure along with their peers, for the community, or for here on campus. Mac Art Club strives for students to grow, learn, and discover themselves through art expression while creating and building new relationships with fellow artists. We hope to see and create with you!
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MacArthur Bowling Club
MacArthur Bowling Club is an extracurricular activity opened to all grade levels with no experience needed. Volunteer coaches will help you learn the game and compete against schools from across the city. Earning opportunities to win scholarship money. Come join state recognized champions.
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MacArthur Cheerleading
Mac Cheer
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Mac Fishing Club
Our mission is to share the passion of fishing and the outdoors with students at MacArthur. We have a strong desire to promote conservation so that people will be able to enjoy the sport of fishing for years to come.
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Mac Gaming
E-Sports Club/Team on Campus
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Mac German Club
Students interested in German language and culture.
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MacArthur Orchestra
Four different levels of orchestra designed for musical enrichment and education. Audition required for all members. Many concerts and outreach activities for members.
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Mac Skate
We host a biweekly skate session on campus open to any interested MacArthur students. Our intention is to maintain a friendly session where first timers can learn to roll for the first time, or rippers can get in an on campus session after school. Interested students need to contact Mr. Compton about necessary permission documents, rules, and upcoming session dates.
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Mac Softball
MacArthur Softball is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two female teams (Varsity & JV) who train year-round in the sport of Softball, to compete against other schools during our sport season (January-May). Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in state playoffs, for a chance to win a state championship.
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Softball Field
Michael Alfaro - Patty Madera - Paul Melendez
Mac Speech and Debate
Creating spaces to have your voice heard since 1969!
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MacArthur Theatre
We offer a full high school’s career worth of Theater Arts study and performance! Beginning with Theater I your freshman year and ending with Theater IV your senior year, the Mac Drama department will be there to support and nurture your talent and help guide you as you grow into the responsible member of the 21st Century that you are! In addition, we hold periodic auditions for our after school play rehearsals that culminates with live theatrical evening performances. After completing Theater I, you become eligible to sign up for a Technical Theater class where we learn and practice all the cool stuff that happens behind the scenes in a production such as stage lighting, costumes, makeup, sound design and set construction. We offer three years of Technical Theater and you are eligible when you’ve completed your first year in any Fine Arts class! Promo Video: tiny.cc/mactheatrepromo Stand Taller. Speak Clearer. Shine Brighter. Instagram: @mactheatre
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Stage or Black Box Theatre
Mahalia Dinglasan, Corbin Schnuriger
MacTEACH Tutoring and Outreach Program
The MacTEACH Tutoring and Outreach ProgramLeadership-Service-Character Who We Are: MacTEACH is student-driven service organization founded upon the principles associated with social and emotional learning. Students gain an awareness of self and others; positive attitudes and values; responsible decision-making; and social interaction skills. Mission: At the core of MacTEACH is the fundamental belief that every student matters, that all persons matter.
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Model United Nations
Great opportunity to develop public speaking and international relations skills.
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Mu Alpha Theta (Math Honor Society)
Mu Alpha Theta is about inspiring keen interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of math. (Students must have completed at least one year of math for associate member and two years of math for full member - includes Algebra 1 and Geometry.) Join us on Remind @macmat (either enter in app or text to 81010)
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Jennifer Parker
National Art Honor Society
Provide national recognition and campus opportunities for students who exhibit outstanding scholarship in the visual arts
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Kelsey Thomas
National Honor Society
The MacArthur NHS chapter aims to promote enthusiasm for scholarship, stimulate a desire to render service, promote worthy leadership, and encourage the development of character.
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S-101 (Five Star Academy)
Elizabeth Jaramillo
NAWBO - HSMP
The NAWBO (National Association of Women Business Owners) Foundation High School Mentorship Program is a 6-month program and experiential learning opportunity for junior and senior ladies in high school. Through our three conferences and in-school mentorship meetings, we empower students with leadership skills and life tools that will set them up for success in school and in life. The program culminates with an optional scholarship competition in which the teen girls create a business plan. At the end of the program, the business plans go through a thorough and blind judging process, after which the four top business plans are selected and the participant is awarded college/trade school scholarships.
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P.A.L.S. (Peer Assistance Leadership, & Service)
PALS mentor elementary, middle school, and high school ALE students throughout the year. We also plan and participate in service projects in and around our MacArthur community. In order to become a MacArthur PAL (Junior and Senior year) you must apply (Starting in the spring), interview, and be accepted into the program. NAWBO is by invitation only. 10 exceptional young women are selected each year to represent MacArthur High School."
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Bairns Pep Squad
"The Pep Squad is open to all 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. There is no audition to be a member. Pep squad specializes in beginner to intermediate-level jazz, pom, hip-hop, military, and novelty routines. This team attends all Varsity football games and other designated athletic events. The pep squad performs at select football games and special events. They also attend mandatory practices, camps, clinics, competitions, and community events. Pep Squad is a commitment that will help students engage in school culture and community, and acquire lifelong skills. Pep Squad allows students to explore, display, and refine their performance talents, based on individual development. Our goal is to nurture students and encourage them to move forward and be part of the Drill, Dance, and Cheerleading. We also work on building teamwork techniques and school pride through participation in attending athletic events, pep rallies, and competitions.
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Student to Student (S2S)
Established in 2004, Student 2 Student® (S2S™) is a student program that brings military and civilian students together to welcome new students, create a positive environment, support academic excellence, and ease transitions.
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Senior Class
One stop shop for all Senior information!
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Softball
MacArthur Softball is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two female teams (Varsity & JV) who train year-round in the sport of Softball, to compete against other schools during our sport season (January-May). Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in state playoffs, for a chance to win a state championship.
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Softball field
Michael Alfaro - Patty Madera - Paul Melendez
Sophomore Class
Class of 2026 Student Organization
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Spanish Club
Spanish Club is an organization in which students can learn and experience the cultural celebrations and traditions of Latin American countries.
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Special Olympics
Special Olympics ensures that students of all abilities are able to compete and represent an amazing part of MacArthur High Schools athletics. We compete in Bowling, Basketball and Track & Field.
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Student Council
A student council is a group of student leaders who work with an adult advisor to collaborate with others to impact their school community, which impacts their city or town, which impacts our state, which impacts our country, which changes the world. These student leaders are the voice of the school. Follow us on twitter @stucomacarthur and instagram @mac.stuco
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Tennis
MacArthur Tennis is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of two teams, per gender, (Varsity & JV) who train year-round in the sport of Team Tennis, to compete against other schools during our fall (August-November) and spring (January-April) sport seasons. Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in post-season tournaments--for a chance to win a state championship
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TSA- Technology Student Association
The Technology Student Association is a national student organization created to develop skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics as well as business education. TSA aims to develop leadership, academic, and business management skills in the workplace among students and leaders within the community.
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Mr. Sandoval's Room D-129
Jason Sandoval / Diana Lookabaugh / Valeria Villanueva
UIL Academics
UIL Academics encompasses over 20 unique academic competitions that span across areas of mathematics, science, social studies, reading, writing, spelling, journalism, accounting, computer skills, and more! At MacArthur our goal is involve ANYone that is interested in learning more about these areas, building a team, and competing against like-minded students across our district and state. https://sites.google.com/neisd.net/macuil/home?pli=1
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UIL Math Events
Compete in UIL Math Events - Number Sense, Calculator, and Math. Join us on Remind @macmathuil (either enter in app or text to 81010)
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UIL Spelling
Academic UIL competition to expand your language skills.
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Unity Club
The mission of the Unity Club at Mac is to elevate the campus climate by celebrating and supporting the diversity of students at our school. The Unity Club strives to advance equality and acceptance among students with different beliefs, culture, race, abilities, backgrounds or other characteristics. The Mac Unity Club is part of a larger NEISD family of unity organizations and all students are welcome to join! We are recognized by the Anti-Defamation League as a No Place for Hate school.
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Volleyball
This is a competitive UIL 27-5A sanctioned program made up of three teams (Varsity, JV and Freshman) who train year round in the sport of Volleyball to compete against other schools during our season (August-November). Varsity competes against district opponents for placement in state playoffs for a chance to win a state championship. Follow us on twitter @MacBrahmaVB and instagram @macarthur_vb
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Shelf Love Book Club
Shelf Love Book Club provides a space for students to read, discuss books, share ideas with other readers, and make connections with peers. We often collaborate with the MacArthur Library to participate in their activities and host special events.
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Ping Pong Club
Club for students who love ping pong or who want to learn how to play.
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Dungeons and Dragons Club
Most people say that D & D is a fun game that will help you improve your creativity and problem-solving skills, but members of this student-led club would argue that it is so much more than that. Come create/ join a campaign or learn how to play.
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