Clubs
& Extracurriculars
At HIGS we want to make sure that we offer as many interests and options to our students as possible, so that each child has the opportunity to explore and discover their passions. Our after-school activities have offered our students a much-needed outlet, and have been instrumental in helping our students form well-rounded and well-balanced lives.
Student Clubs
& Committees
Chess Club
We are thrilled that chess has become a beloved game on campus, taking root in the hearts of students of all ages. Lead by Principal Simmons, Mr. Glenn Simmons, and Mr. Johnathan Kelly, chess club gives students the opportunity to develop their mental capacities while enjoying competitive board games!
Agriculture Club + Eco Committee
This club focuses on developing our campus and our students' skill set through agriculture and gardening. Here we explore different native species, different types of edible plants, and the basics of botany.
The eco-committee works in conjunction with the agri-club to ensure our campus is as ecologically friendly as possible, while continuing to explore new ways to expand our outreach into the community.
School Band
The school band is a youth brass band focused on preserving Bahamian music through discipline and teamwork, led by Mr. Johnathan Kelly. Students have the opportunity to learn to play instruments such as the trumpet, tuba, saxophone and the clarinet.
Our school band prepares students to perform at community functions, and re-enforces the role of brass music in our local culture.
Family Book Club
Family Book Club, led by Ms. Italia Johnson, is offered to students from grades 1-6. Here they read stories or books and learn how to discuss the topics and ideas of this material. In one semester this year, Book Club covered 8 books that looked into topics such as gender inequality, food security, the importance of art and reading, and the significance of individuality.
Kids Club
Kids club is an arts & craft based club catered to students in our early learning program (K3-K5). Whilst our curriculum focuses heavily on academia, this club allows our younger students to have an extended opportunity to explore their creativity in a safe environment!
Newspaper Club
The Newspaper Club, led by Ms Alexandra Evered, aims to produce bi-monthly copies of student written articles, and to teach students the art of nonfiction writing and reporting. The club also has an additional goal providing additional writing support outside of the classroom. to those who may want it. Newspaper Club allows students to delve further into their interests and to master new writing skills outside of the curriculum.
Track
& Field
Spelling
Bee
HIGS proudly hosts an annual Track & Field Day every Spring Semester! Events include track races, relays, long jump, and parent events and our personal favorite: the obstacle course! These events give more athletic students an opportunity to showcase their skills, and less active students a chance to get moving!
Our annual spelling bee is hosted every Fall Semester, with participants ranging from grade 1 up to grade 9. Students are quizzed on Scripts spelling bee words based on their grade level, to compete for prizes. The Spelling Bee was implemented to train students for the annual district spelling bee and to help improve students overall vocabulary skills.
Inter-house
Events
