On Feb. 27, UHS hosted its annual Clubapalooza, a second-semester variant of the initial Club Kickoff held at the start of the school year. During extended lunch, clubs occupied tables around the blacktop, raising funds by selling food, beverages and merchandise to students.
Students purchased tickets to use as vouchers rather than spending cash directly. However, clubs could redeem these tickets for cash, making this event an opportunity to gain publicity and funding.
“We’re trying to raise money to build another PC,” PC Building Club Publicist Chad Ku said. “The money we make from selling these AriZona Teas will greatly help.”
A variety of clubs participated in Clubapalooza. This event helped some lesser-known clubs gain a voice on the school stage.
“Our club is here to help educate people on Native American culture,” Native American Culture Club Treasurer Lev Elstad said. “The funding today will go towards donations and supply drives for struggling Native American students.”
With the sheer number of participants, however, clubs competed for lower prices and better deals. Tables like the Chess Club sold ice cream for just one ticket, drawing a huge line for most of the event and eventually selling out. As time passed, many clubs began lowering their prices to boost sales. The Architecture Club, for example, served many satisfied customers by selling matcha lattes for just two tickets, making over $130 of profit.
“I think it’s the quality of our product that sets us apart,” Architecture Club member Cash Hrecko said. “We got some sweet, sweet matcha. It’s so performative, creamy and so delicious.”
Clubapalooza this year was quite exciting, with the blacktop packed for the entire lunch. Cheers and the shouting of advertisements could be heard around the school.
“I’m surprised at how many people there are this year,” Physics Club Experiments Director Toby Wei said. “I’m just happy to be making a positive difference in the community.”
Overall, Clubapalooza 2026 was a great experience for both clubs and students. Fundraising, volunteering and shopping were combined in this classic UHS event
