Activities and Clubs

Students are encouraged to take a rigorous academic course load, balanced by extracurricular activities for a well-rounded high school experience. Whether it's sports, performance, or non-academic clubs, every student should be engaged outside of class in one or more activities that provide important community-building opportunities and engage the mind and body in other ways.

Ida B Wells has a successful athletic program for both men and women and is a perennial power in the 6A division of the Portland Interscholastic League (PIL). For more information about the Athletic Department and available sports, please see their website https://www.ibwathletics.com/

Ida B Wells students can also participate in other extracurricular activities such as lacrosse, skiing, snowboarding, chess, mock trial, model United Nations, and many other clubs that cover all interests. Ida B Wells High School is alive with creative and passionate individuals and a sense of infinite possibilities.

Ida B Wells's selection of student-run clubs changes every year. There are many clubs to choose from, representing a dizzying array of interests, from knitting to chess, hiking, or mock trial. Some clubs are serious, with either an intellectual or political focus (for example, the French club, Model United Nations, SAFER). Some are just for fun, whether it is Hybrid-ball or dragon boating. Whatever the focus, IBW's clubs add variety and fun to life in high school. Join a club, meet new friends!

To learn about all the clubs that are offered this school year, visit: 2025-26 Clubs

To start a new club, please click here for the club registration form.

For more information, contact:
Lisa Klein-Wolf, Activities Director
Mike Nolan, Athletic Director