Clubs + Organizations
Bethlehem Catholic offers a wide variety of clubs and activities in which students can participate. For additional information on any of the clubs or activities listed below, please contact the moderator or advisor listed beneath each entry.
3D Print & Design Club
Mr. Mark Wladyslawski, mwladyslawski@becahi.org
The 3D Print & Design Club aims to introduce students to the exciting and emerging field of
3D printing. Students can learn design and modelling techniques in CAD (Computer Aided
Design) programs, in particular TinkerCAD and Fusion 360. Students can also learn the
skills needed to print their creations on our two 3D printers, a New Matter MOD-t and an
Original Prusa i3 MK3, as well as experience the care and maintenance of these machines.
The club is open to all students with an interest in 3D printing and computer modelling.
ACOP Filmmaking Program
Mrs. Diana Tice, dtice@becahi.org
American History Club
Mrs. Sue Stofanak, sstofanak@becahi.org
The club’s purpose is to increase the respect for American History and her citizens through guest speakers, round-table discussions and field trips. A recent example of a meeting included guest Korean and Vietnam War veterans who came and talked to the students. We have fantastic field trips that have included tours of Steel Stacks and the History of Bethlehem Museum, Washington D.C. and New York City.
Art Club
Ms. Olivia Miller, omiller@becahi.org
Band
Ms. Amy Flyte, aflyte@becahi.org
The Golden Hawk Band performs a field show for football games, marches in the Bethlehem Halloween parade, and performs on a rotating basis at the Bethlehem Tree Lighting! When the marching band season ends, we spend our time preparing for our annual Winter and Spring Concerts as well as our “Little Hawks” band festival! Check out the videos of some of our most recent concerts!
Band Front
Mrs. Chris Calantoni, ccalantoni@becahi.org
The band front is an important part of the band program. Various equipment such as batons, flags, hoops, and ribbons are used to add color to our performances. Anyone can join the band front as long as they are prepared to work hard and have fun! Although no experience is necessary, members should be prepared to learn how to perform with confidence and personality. Band front rehearses with the instrumentalists during band camp and during the scheduled band period within the school day. The band front can be seen performing with the marching band in the fall semester and again at the Christmas and spring concerts.
Becahi Jazz Band
Ms. Amy Flyte, aflyte@becahi.org
The Jazz Club plays a variety of music from great artists of jazz, blues, rock, and standards. In recent years we’ve covered Duke Ellington, Doris Day, Stan Kenton, Frank Sinatra, and the Beatles. Jazz Band meets on Wednesdays and Fridays after school starting in November. We perform in a concert along with Becahi’s other instrumental ensembles.
Becahi Percussion Ensemble
Ms. Amy Flyte, aflyte@becahi.org
The Percussion Ensemble offers students the opportunity to study and perform on a variety of percussion instruments. The group meets on Mondays after school starting in November and performs in concert along with Becahi’s other instrumental ensembles. Percussionists of all levels are welcome.
Becahi String Orchestra
Ms. Amy Flyte, aflyte@becahi.org
The String Orchestra offers students the opportunity to study and perform on violin, viola, cello, and double bass. The Orchestra also welcomes classical guitar and piano players. The group meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays after school starting in November and performs in concert along with Becahi’s other instrumental ensembles. String players of all levels are welcome.
Bowling Club
Mrs. Joy Baron jbaron@becahi.org & Mrs. Melissa Magliochetti, mmagliochetti@becahi.org
The Bowling Club encourages the love of bowling for social enjoyment and competitive sport. No previous experience is required to join. Our team leaders and advisors will assist you in learning basic bowling techniques if you are interested in joining. We have members of all ability levels, and we welcome everyone.
Chess Club
Mr. Jose Jimenez, jjimenez@becahi.org
Choir
Mrs. Rosemary Haber, choir@becahi.org
The Becahi Mass Choir is a great way to share the gift of music. Our choir provides hymns, including liturgies, anthems, and communion music, during school Masses, as well as for an annual Lessons & Carols service to celebrate the Christmas season. Students are also encouraged to participate in the annual Diocesan Music Festival, an opportunity for students to sing both religious and secular songs in a mixed-voice concert choir.
Creative Writing Club
Mr. Edward Tabor, etabor@becahi.org
Dance Team
Ms. Olivia Miller, omiller@becahi.org
Debate Team
Mr. Stephen Tomaszewski, stomaszewski@becahi.org
Eco Club
Mrs. Cathy Schneible, cschneible@becahi.org
Engineering Team
Mr. Mark Wladyslawski, mwladyslawski@becahi.org
French Club
Mrs. Melissa Magliochetti, mmagliochetti@becahi.org
Hawk Ambassadors
Mrs. Chris Calantoni, ccalantoni@becahi.org
Information Technology
Mrs. Sue Kurtz, skurtz@becahi.org
Intramurals
Mrs. Karen Redding, kredding@becahi.org & Mr. Stephen Tomaszewski, stomaszewski@becahi.org
International Club
Mrs. Sue Kurtz, skurtz@becahi.org
Key Club
Mrs. Karen Redding, kredding@becahi.org
Literary Magazine
Ms. Oliva Miller, omiller@becahi.org
Math Club
Ms. Amy Solano, asolano@becahi.org
Medical Club
Mrs. Kelly Comber, kcomber@becahi.org
Mock Trial
Mrs. Heather Maigur, hmaigur@becahi.org
The PBA/YLD Mock Trial Competition is one of the largest in the nation, giving over 300 high school student teams from across the state of Pennsylvania the opportunity to act as lawyers and witnesses in simulated civil trials before actual judges and panels of juries. Lawyers volunteer to assist students as team advisers, scorekeepers, and regional coordinators. Each year, the winning team goes on to represent Pennsylvania in the national competition. Practices for Becahi’s Mock Trial Team begin in early October with our Law School Boot Camp and continue through to the Regional Competition, which is held between mid-January and mid-February.
Model UN
Mr. Joe DeAcetis, jdeacetis@becahi.org
Model UN is an educational simulation of the United Nations. Students become delegates or representatives of UN member nations on various committees. Within their committees, students present, discuss and debate resolutions, which they have written, in an attempt to solve world issues while staying true to the position of their nation. At the conclusion of debate, resolutions are voted upon by the committee as a whole. Committees are chaired by student moderators, who award outstanding delegates and their resolutions medals at the closing ceremony
National History Day
Mr. Stephen Tomaszewski, stomaszewski@becahi.org
National Honor Society
Ms. Debbie DeSanto, ddesanto@becahi.org
PJAS Science Fair
Mr. Mark Wladyslawski, mwladyslawski@becahi.org
Peer Listener Group
Mrs. Kathy Henry, khenry@becahi.org
Peer Listening is here to help students by discussing any issue of concern with them. Meetings take place one on one with upperclassmen who are trained and ready to help fellow students. Peer Listeners also participate in a mentoring program, checking in with new students at Becahi several times throughout the year. In addition, the group participates in multiple community service projects. Applications are distributed in the spring. Each applicant must be a rising sophomore, junior, or senior student, undergo an interview process, and attend the training program. To meet with a peer listener, contact Mrs. Henry or stop by her office in freshman hall.
Photography Club
Ms. Olivia Miller, omiller@becahi.org
Pro-Life Group
Mrs. Heather Maigur, hmaigur@becahi.org
The Pro-Life Group of Bethlehem Catholic High School is a student-led organization that promotes the value and dignity of every human life, from conception to natural death. Through the Pro-Life Group, students seek to educate their peers on contemporary life issues, advocate for pro-life causes, and partner with local organizations that support and serve those in need. Some of the group’s activities include attending the state and national Marches for Life, hosting baby supply drives for local crisis pregnancy centers, organizing pro-life speakers and educational events, and fundraising for local organizations that care for families in need. The mission of the Pro-Life Group of Bethlehem Catholic is to faithfully, intentionally, and prayerfully build up a culture of life in our school community and in society at large.
Prom Committee
Mrs. Christine Calantoni, ccalantoni@becahi.org
Psychology Club
Mrs. Melissa Magliochetti, mmagliochetti@becahi.org
Retreat Program
Fr. Bernard Ezaki, bezaki@becahi.org & Ms. Debbie DeSanto, ddesanto@becahi.org
Robotics Club
Mr. Raymond Klebs, rklebs@becahi.org
Scholastic Scrimmage
Ms. Sarah Kaczor, skaczor@becahi.org
Science Olympiad
Mrs. Kelly Comber, kcomber@becahi.org
Strategy & Tactics (Board Game) Club
Mr. Mark Wladyslawski, mwladyslawski@becahi.org
Student Council
Mrs. Melissa Magliochetti, mmagliochetti@becahi.org
The Movement
Mr. Stephen Tomaszewski, stomaszewski@becahi.org
Yearbook
Mrs. Madi Tomes, mtomes@becahi.org
Yearbook is an elective course open to juniors and seniors. It is a student-led class that meets every day for a full period. The yearbook staff is in charge of brainstorming, implementing, taking pictures, and creating the entire yearbook for the students of Becahi. There are usually two editors who lead the staff. Current juniors seeking a leadership role as Editor for the yearbook should speak with Mrs. Tomes to express interest.
