WOODBURY — Nonnewaug’s arts program has been award winning for many years. On Sept. 26, the arts programs and other clubs were able to showcase what they have to offer at the Club, Activities, and Electives Fair.

The National Art Honor Society and the Tri-M Music Honor Society were two of the clubs that presented their prestigious works.

“We are really a family,” Leeza Desjardins, art teacher and advisor of NAHS, said. “We have an open art room and everybody helps each other, so you might not know me or somebody else, but over time, you will get to know more people within the group.” 

Between the experience and the connections, students a part of NAHS and Tri-M represented why others should join.

“Between the experience of learning something new in the classroom, to going out and obtaining hours from the community service you do, it is really a place for everybody,” sophomore art student Greta Addeo said.

Music clubs and departments are also seeking more individuals.

“​​Aside from learning music, and actually becoming better musicians, you get lifelong friendships,” music teacher Todd Gorski said. “Students can take pride in a group effort, which are all skills that come with taking music.” 

Sophomore Bishop Aldrich, a member of Tri-M Music Honor Society, strives to see more students signed up for music programs. 

“There is a huge teamwork component,” Aldrich said. “You work with a lot of other students, and not only select pieces but you also perform them. There is also a huge aspect of communication, and there is something in the music program for everybody.”

Clubs like these help students to do more for their school.  

“Most importantly, it helps people to fit in an activity that they can’t do in the regular school day,” Desjardins said. “You will have so many different ideas that you want to do, and there is always something going on to get involved in if you are unsure.”