Activities & Clubs

Description

The Accessories 4 Cause club will have students collaborate on making different types of beaded accessories or think of new ideas throughout the year and make a community.  Students will plan and organize events to sell created accessories during school in order to ultimately fundraise for cancer research and create fundraisers outside of school to fund the club.

Meeting Information

Day: Thurday (bi-weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Room A214

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Emily Chen
• Treasurer: Annika Salvador

Description

Our goal is to prevent drug use.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (weekly)

Time: 2:40 pm

Location: Room B103

Members of the Executive Board

Olivia WIlliams,  Ava Carr, Peyton Rodgers

Description 

The National Art Honor Society is a group that priorities service to the school environment and community through art.  We will host 2 main events such as Coffeehouse and Empty Bowls.  We will paint a Fine Arts Mural this year and meet to establish community among the artists at Howard through projects and gatherings. 

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (weekly)

Time: 2:40-3:45 pm

Location: Room A219

Members of the Excecutive Board

• President: Jahnvi Sajiv Menon
• Vice President: Saja Chehab
• Secretary: Gabi Nwosu
• Treasurer: Ialy Brooks
• Social Media: vacant

Description

The Asian American Alliance promotes belonging and community of all students interested in Asian American culture and friendships.

AAA plans monthly school-based events that celebrate Asian American culture, community, and belonging. We collaborate with other HCPSS Asian Student Clubs to plan and facilitate an Asian Night Market in May of every year.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Room N203

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Abigail Nam, Jimin Kim

Description

Astronomy Club gives students the opportunity to explore space, learn about astronomy, and participate in activities related to the universe.  Students will learn about celestial objects and space science, discuss astronomy topics, and participate in activities that develop their interest and understanding of the universe.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (monthly)

Time: 2:40-3:10 

Location: Room B203

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Albert Trieu
• Other: Chris Kubiak

Description

Best Buddies is an inclusive school club that brings students with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities together to build friendships, participate in social activities, and create a stronger sense of belonging within the school community. Through meetings, events, and shared experiences, members have opportunities to connect with one another, develop meaningful relationships, and promote inclusion throughout the school.

The objective of Best Buddies is to foster an inclusive school community where students of all abilities feel welcomed, valued, and connected. The club seeks to create opportunities for authentic friendships, encourage understanding and acceptance of individual differences, develop student leadership and advocacy, and promote a school culture in which everyone has the opportunity to participate and belong.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (monthly)

Time: 5-7 pm

Location: Cafeteria

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Raima Shah
• Vice President: Luke Douglass
• Secretary: Arjun Shah
• Treasurer: Emma Van Horn
• Buddy Director: Luke Milligan
• Aiden Richard: Fundraiser
• Social Media: Ella Kimmel
• Photographer: Mabel Johnson
• Community Liaison(s): Charlotte Rutz, Imagine Peltier, Leila Tape

Description

BGEC is a club that empowers the black girl population at Howard.  Our goal is to organize a solidarity among the black female population.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B120

Members of the Executive Board

President(s): Blu Carter Brown

Description

BSU aims to promote community in Howard High between black students and peers as well as educate the public on black history successes and struggles.  We will create an environment in school where black students and the rest of the school population can come and feel safe, accepted and welcome.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (monthly)

Time: 2:40 pm

Location: Room B120

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Damilola Adepoju, Vivian Robbins
• Community Relations: Leila Tape 
• Social Media Manager: Gabrielle Thorpe

Description

The Book Club chooses YA novels of various genres each month to read. We meet in the media center and discuss the book, play games and have snacks. 

We plan to read at least six books throughout the year. Hold a book drive in the winter and maybe a fundraiser or two.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Media Center

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Aankita Acharya

Description

We get together and see who can solve a Rubik's cube the fastest while teaching new comers the art of cubing.  Our goal is to enjoy each other's company while we solve puzzels.

Meeting Information

Date: Tuesday (weekly)

Time: 2:35-3:00 pm

Location: B109

Members of the Executive Board

Description

The Cultural Community Crafts Club celebrates the intersection between the arts and culture through making cultural crafts and celebrate diversity and student identity. Our goal is to foster student creativity and a sense of belonging for all students.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Room A108

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Isabel Scheerer, Ayaka Toigo
• Other members: Semhal Berhane, Fatima Sow

Description

DECA is a global student organization that prepares high school students for careers and leadership in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management through applied learning and competitive events.

Howard DECA will empower members with practical business skills, leadership experience, and career readiness through hands-on learning and competitive events

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: R120

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Julia Lee, Harshit Kesharwani 
• VP of Career Development: Anagha Tariboina
• VP of Marketing: Mariam Fadl 
• VP of Hospitality: Tulika Bondili 
• VP of Membership: Jimin Kim

Description

Educators Rising is a student organization for individuals who are interested in becoming teachers and pursuing careers in education. The club provides students with opportunities to explore the teaching profession, develop leadership and communication skills, participate in educational activities and competitions, and gain experience working with students and educators.

The objective of the Educators Rising Club is to inspire and prepare future educators by helping students develop the knowledge, skills, and leadership abilities needed for successful careers in education. The club encourages members to explore teaching as a profession, promote the importance of education, and make a positive impact in their schools and communities.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (weekly)

Time: Lions Time

Location: Room N100

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Malia Daniels
• VPs: Sophia Nanni, Eden Markovitz
• Social Media Coordinator: Alexandra Lovos 

Description

The Future Business Leaders of America Club focuses on preparing individuals for future careers in business as well as fields where the intersection is well-established such as in finance, biology, and computer science. This chapter engages in competitions at the district, state, and international levels as well as ensuring activities and events to help members familiarize themselves with business fundamentals. FBLA has workshops, meetings, and lots of resources to win awards and learn more about future career choices.

Students in this club will prepare for their business-related events in order to advance from competition to competition with the ultimate goal of achieving top ten internationally. They will also participate in organized workshops to learn more about business and other activities, such as fundraising events and club-wide games.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: A207

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Siri Damu 
• Vice President(s): Katie Hollenbeck, Shaunak Chittimalla
• Secretary: Bryan Le
• Treasurer: Sunay Raval
• Historian: Ramya Gajula
• Parliamentarian: Ursula Appau
• President Executive Assistant: Sarayu Lanka
• Local Chapter Annual Business Report Chair: Aryana Khanal

Description

We meet once a week to play Improv games and create small performances.  Our goal is to learn theatre skill through improv, collaboration and creativity. 

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (weekly)

Time: 2:45 pm

Location: Auditorium/Room F134

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Claire Romans
• Other members: Maizy Burkom

Description

The Howard Lions Cycling Club is a youth mountain bike team that gives kids the opportunity to get outdoors and explore new outdoor adventures on the bike.  Our goal is to get more kids on bike to promote fun and fitness that helps build character, confidence, teamwork and community through mountain biking.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Rockburn Park

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Dan Abate

Description

Our club facilitates and plays in ice hockey games.  This club fosters enjoyment and understanding of the game of ice hockey.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (weekly)

Time: varies

Location: Columbia Ice Rink, Laurel Gardens Ice Rink

Members of the Executive Board

Captain: Rocco Choudry

Assistant Captain(s): Alex Blace, Jason Stock

Description

It's Academic is Howard's buzzer-based competition club, competing in events year-round in the DMV area as well as national tournaments.  Competitors will practice buzzer questions at practices and participate in competitions, which occur roughly once a month.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Room A214

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Jeeva Kumar, Jackson Fairfax
• Vice President: Raina Wilcox, Abigail Kim 
• Secretary: Ayaka Toigo

Description

Jazz Ensemble is a performance ensemble that provides students with extra-curricular performance opportunities.  

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (weekly)

Time: Evening

Location: Room F120

Members of the Executive Board

Description

Key Club International is the oldest and largest student-led service organization for high schoolers in the world. Sponsored by Kiwanis International, it empowers teens to build character and leadership skills through community service.

The primary objective of Key Club International is to develop competent, capable, and caring student leaders through community service.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (monthly)

Time: 2:35-3:15 pm

Location: Room A218

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Sammy Yonas
• Vice President: Ainoor Sair
• Secretary: Avighna Dontam
• Outreach Officer: Olivia Williams
• Social Media Manager: Shrina Patel
• Directors: Ella Gill, Alana Wong

Description

Lionettes Dance Team is a performance-focused team that promotes school spirit and conduct community outreach through various sporting games and school events.

Students will choreograph and perform routines at HoHS sporting games, participate in various Homecoming events, and participate in a fall performance at Ilchester Elementary School.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday, Thursday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Dance Studio

Members of the Executive Board

• Captain(s): Sonia Kalyani, Kara Dunaway
• Co-captains: Meredith Briggs, Hailey Randall, Kira Smith

Description

Los Leones come together to do many cultural activities to represent the hispanic/latino community. Students will plan some events after school to celebrate culture, as well as fundraisers to fund the club.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (weekly)

Time: Lions Time; afterschool

Location: Room A108

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Sofia Bautista
• Other members: Patricia Osorio-Cruz

Description

The Howard High School Math Team participates in the Howard County Mathematics League (HCML), who host monthly competitions ranging throughout algebra, geometry, and precalculus topics. 

Math Team helps encourage students to improve their math skills through weekly practices on Wednesday, procures participation in county, state, and national level mathematics competitions, and provides students with resources to improve (and show) their math skills.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: 2:40-3:15 pm

Location: Room A213

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Aidan Markey
• Vice President(s): Nicholas Cherenkov

Description

The mock trial team simulates courtroom trials where students act as attorneys and witnesses to compete against other schools.

Participants take on roles like attorneys and witnesses to practice public speaking, critical thinking, and logical reasoning. Students analyze evidence, question witnesses, and build persuasive arguments while gaining hands-on experience with trial procedures.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday, (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: R120

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Henry Carter
• Associate Attorney Captains: Everett Fitchett, Nicholas Cherenkov, Maddie Mayerman

Description

Model United Nations is an academic simulation where students act as diplomats representing different countries. Participants debate world issues, negotiate with peers, and write mock resolutions to solve global problems.

Students will plan and attend different conferences representing delegates of different counties to discuss and learn more about Global issues and how we can work to find a solution for them.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Thursday (bi-weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Room A215

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Muthu Annamalai

Description

The Ohana Club is a part of the Ohana HC mentoring program that is officially partnered with HCPSS. At Ohana HC, we seek to empower students on their journey to self-defined success while strengthening community through diverse connections, intentional partnerships, and long-term mentorship.

All students are invited to join weekly meetings that are designed to teach and scaffold life skills that promote success in school, at home, and in the community. Our foremost objective is to build a warm & welcoming club that embraces a sense of belonging in order to build trust and assist with relational skills building strategies.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Room N203

Members of the Executive Board

Description

The Period.org chapter at Howard High School is a part of the national organization Period.org. This club works to raise awareness about period poverty and to donate menstrual and hygienic materials to the community.

Our organization works to counteract both the physical and social struggles faced by these women by donating menstrual and hygienic materials and by boldly discussing the struggles faced by menstruating individuals.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (bi-weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Room A224

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Muthu Annamalai
• Vice President(s): Audrey McKay
• Secretary: Aankita Acharya
• Social Coordinator: Isabel Scheerer

Description

The Philosophy Club will meet to discuss different philosophers, philosophies, and general related concepts. The purpose it to give a space for students to practice public speaking on topics that personally apply to them, or have meaning to them, while allowing for conversation, and practice of critical thinking skills.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool

Location: Room B123

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Isaac Fertig

Description

SAGA Club offers a safe space for all LGBTQ+ allies to come and interact with others towards a shared goal of helping the community.  We aim to make our school a safer place for marginalized groups and plan to fundraise to help the general LGBTQ+ public.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Student Services (Career Center)

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Kit Eikenberg
• Vice President: Ariana Flores-Fuentes 
• Social Media: Dynashia Woodson

Description

The SGA Executive Board manages all student activities throughout the year, and acts as the liaison between the student body and the administration.  We aim to make memories by planning Homecoming, Prom, pep rallies, Winterfest, and other special events.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (weekly)

Time: Lions Time; Afterschool

Location: Cafeteria

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Asha Pinto
• Other members: Charlie Grace Martini, Hemant Kanthetic, Harshit Kesharwani, Wesley Horner, Eden Markovitz, Aila Abutboul, Cindy Qin

Description

Students of Christ is a Christian club open to anyone interested in learning more about the faith. Students will plan Bble studies weekly and other events throughout the school year.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (weekly)

Time: Afterschool 

Location: Room B103

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Yeongmin Kim

Description

Unicef will raise money for UNICEF and raise awareness about children's issues internationally.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (monthly)

Time: 2:45 pm

Location: Room B120

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Pratima Pandey

Description

Wood working will focus on safely building small projects out of wood.  Our goal is to make and sell small wooden projects.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (weekly)

Time: 3 pm

Location: Room E101

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Dean Vedeloff, Caleb Taylor