1. Extracurricular Activities and Clubs
Pasco County Student Code of Conduct

2. Extracurricular, Co-curricular Activities, and Student Organizations
Extracurricular activities and student organizations are an essential and integral part of the student’s educational program. Such activities should be scheduled in such a way as to ensure student access and also minimize conflict with classes.

3. The following rules shall apply to all students’ activities and organizations:
They must be open to any student who qualifies; members cannot be selected by secret ballot.
They must have a charter and/or constitution written by students and teacher sponsors and approved by the school administration.
They must have a faculty sponsor, appointed by the principal, who will be present at all meetings; meetings will be held on school grounds unless otherwise approved by the school administration

4. Continued…
All initiation ceremonies must be approved by the school administration; those ceremonies will not be injurious or degrading.
All meetings and social functions will be approved by the school administration and will be adequately chaperoned.

5. Student Rights and Responsibilities
Students have the right to participate in extracurricular activities and clubs for which they are eligible: students may not be excluded from such activities on the basis of gender (except as allowed under Title IX) , color, race, ethnic origin, disability, or religion, and the responsibility to abide by the rules and guidelines which govern extracurricular activities and clubs; they should show good school spirit and sportsmanship.

6. How To Start A School Club
There is not a district standard.
Each school will have it's own process.
Many schools have a club application form to fill out for administrative approval.

7. Real Example of Club Notice Found on a Pasco High School Website:
Clubs must be open to all students for application. Any selection requirements and membership process must be approved by administration and posted for students in advance of the selection process. Hazing is illegal and will not be tolerated.