Club-in-a-Box
Start a QYN chapter at your school.
Use this path to recruit a founding team, identify an advisor, get school approval, and launch your first meetings.
Find your founding spark
Write a short reason for why your school needs a quantum club. Keep it beginner-friendly and exciting.
Recruit 3–5 students
Build a small founding team with students interested in physics, computer science, engineering, math, outreach, or design.
Identify a Faculty/Adult Advisor
Ask a teacher, counselor, STEM coach, or approved adult to support logistics, safeguarding, and school rules.
Submit school club paperwork
Use your school’s club approval process. Adapt QYN’s mission, values, and meeting plan for your application.
Launch your first meeting
Start with a quantum intro, the Qubit Playground, a simple learning activity, and a sign-up plan.
Roles
A simple operating model for each chapter.
| Role | Responsibilities | Good fit for |
|---|---|---|
| School Ambassador / President | Leads the chapter, runs meetings, coordinates with QYN, and represents the school in the network. | A student who enjoys organizing, teaching, and bringing people together. |
| Vice President | Supports meetings, helps manage projects, and steps in when the ambassador is unavailable. | A reliable builder who can keep momentum moving. |
| Faculty/Adult Advisor | Provides school oversight, helps ensure safety and compliance, and supports logistics. | A teacher, counselor, STEM coach, or approved adult. |
| Chapter Members | Learn, participate, build projects, attend events, and share knowledge. | Any curious student, including absolute beginners. |
Chartering checklist
Before launch, make sure these are done.
- Founding student team identified.
- Faculty/Adult Advisor identified and school requirements reviewed.
- Club mission, meeting cadence, and conduct expectations drafted.
- First four meeting topics selected from Quantum Quest.
- Student privacy and communication rules reviewed.
- Chapter submitted to QYN directory after school approval.