Activities & Clubs

Description

Our club creates handmade accessories to sell during school and all profits are donated to the UMD Cancer Research center.  Students will plan a fundraising event and learn how to created beaded accessories.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (bi-weekly)

Time: 2:40-3:30 pm

Location: Room A214

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Sophie Oh, Jennet Yoo
• Diane Smith

Description

Alpha Achievers is an African-American men's mentorship and academic program for high school students (grades 9-12) in Howard County, Maryland, founded by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. It fosters a positive environment for academic excellence (requiring a 3.0 GPA) and character growth, encouraging leadership, community service, and a sense of brotherhood among participants. The program aims to empower young men of color by showing that scholarship and intelligence are acceptable and achievable for them. 

The program promotes the development of leadership skills, critical thinking, and character through monthly meetings, seminars, and workshops. 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (Bi-weekly)

Time: Lions Time (Weds); 2:45 pm (Tues, Thurs)

Location: TBD

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Ademole Ahirun
• Vice President: Xavier Whitehurst
• Member Chair: Graison Beckett

Description

The Asian American Association seeks to promote and include those students who are of Asian American descent and those who are interested in Asian American culture attending Howard High School.

Club members plan and participate in club, school-wide, and community activities promoting Asian American culture and inclusion.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Room N203

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Elise Le, Sophie Oh

Description

The ASL Club will create an inclusive environment where club members can immerse themselves in the language of ASL and Deaf culture.

Club members will plan fun immersion activities and take part in educational presentations. They will also work to spread awareness about ASL and deaf culture to the school community.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A111

Members of the Executive Board

• Meghan Jenkins
• Charlotte Rutz
• Camryn Casey
• Carter Hudson
• River Gleeson 

Description

Our goal is informing and educating the school community about various astronomical events in an engaging manner.  Astronomy Club will host trivia events, collaborate with Howard Astronomical League for Star Nights, Astrophotography contest, discuss recent astronomical discoveries/events, bring in guest speakers (if approved), documentary watch party.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B203

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Kian Nadali
• Vice President: Garrett Burns
• Secretary: Tyler Carnevale
• Treasurer: Alex Klima

Description

The Biochem Club engages students in Biology and Chemistry.  This club's goal is to review class material, conduct hands on experiments with supervison, play science games.  We aim to strengthen club members' background knowledge in chemistry and biology.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Room N206

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Destin Opoku
• Neal Shandilya
• Aidan Markey
• Arush Pandey
• Wesley Horner
• Sam Biegeleisen
• Suhan C.

Description

Vision: Howard High is a school that stands for unity and inclusivity, a place where we are all free to learn in a welcoming environment. Moving forward, we want to emphasize the development of partnerships so that we may effectuate change. Overall, we want to create a sense of belonging and a safe space for everyone to be themselves. BSU stands and will fight for equity and the inclusion of all students.

Mission: Our mission is to recognize the needs of our community and cater to those needs through communication and action. We want to foster student growth and development through activities of common interest. In addition, BSU will support Howard High School with school improvement goals by helping promote a culture of integrity, equity, belongingness, and responsiveness.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday, Thursday (Bi-weekly)

Time: Lions Time and afterschool

Location: A108 

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Isaiah Yavo
• Vice President: Makaya McAdams

Description

The Book Club plans monthly books to read and discuss at meetings. Students read for fun and get to experience a wide variety of novels. They also do an annual book drive. 

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Media Center

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Aankita Acharya

Description

Cancer Kids First offers support to children with cancer at local hospitals by creating cards, toy drives, etc. The primary purpose of this club is to offer children battling cancer the opportunity to experience a normal childhood through the use of various relief strategies. We strive to create a supportive community where these children can find comfort and support to navigate their journeys with resilience and strength. 

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B123

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Mayo Ogunleye
• Vice President: Ghania Abdullah

Description

The chess club is for fun, to learn how to play or hone skills. Our objective is to play and compete in chess games.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Bi-weekly)

Time: TBD

Location: Media Center

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Shibani Vijayakumar
• Vice President(s): Anirudh Srinivasan and Vasisht Chilukuri

Description

Community Service club is planning to clean up the senior courtyard and the garden. We will give back to the school and the community through food, clothing, and holiday drives and provide students with volunteer opportunities. We will plan fundraising events, food, clothing, and holiday drives, as well as organize school cleanups.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B102

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Cathy Kakumani and Carina Graziano
• Ayesha Ahmad 

Description

DECA is a nonprofit student organization, officially Distributive Education Clubs of America, that prepares students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management through a comprehensive learning program involving classroom integration, hands-on learning, and competitive events at high school and college levels globally.

DECA objectives include fostering students' leadership abilities, marketing, management, and entrepreneurship skills, and professional and personal development through programs like the School-Based Enterprise (SBE) and competitive events. These initiatives aim to develop competencies essential for success in various business fields, connect school learning to the real world, and build self-confidence and effective communication skills in students. 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: R120

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Vihaan Jain
• Vice President(s): Harshit Kesharwani, Ayesha Ahmad
• Social Media Manager: Katie Vu
• Fundraising/Community Outreach: Elise Le
• Training: Aila Claypool

Description

Dungeons & Dragons will provide space to play Dungeons and Dragons after school.  Our objective is to promote friendships and connection between like-minded people. 

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B103

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Nick Weir
• Elvis Choi, Micah Hidalgo

Description

The Environmental Club will eautify the campus with trash pick ups and garden care, planting crop plants to help support the FFA at ARL, the Food Bank at Howard, and the Food and Nutrition classes. Students will find connection to their campus through improving the grounds to support more pollinator habitat and grow local food.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B111

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Maia Shoots

Description

A student-led organization that helps teens build essential money management skills for real life. Members learn about budgeting, saving, investing, credit, taxes, and financial decision-making through hands-on activities, discussions, guest speakers, and projects. The club encourages financial responsibility, fosters smart habits for the future, and prepares students for independence in college, careers, and adulthood.

The objective of the High School Financial Literacy Club is to empower students with the knowledge and skills to make informed financial decisions. Through interactive activities, and real-world applications, the club aims to build confidence in managing personal finances, promote responsible money habits, and prepare members for financial independence in college, careers, and beyond.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A206 or A102

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Sunay Raval

Description

FBLA stands for Future Business Leaders of America. It is a national student organization in the US that prepares students for careers in business and leadership. FBLA offers programs, competitions, and conferences that help students develop skills in areas like business management, entrepreneurship, accounting, finance, and marketing. Members of FBLA can participate in various activities, including competitive events, community service projects, and leadership workshops. The organization also offers networking opportunities and scholarships.

The objective of FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America) is to inspire and prepare students to become competent leaders in business and their communities. It achieves this by offering programs that develop leadership skills, promote academic excellence, and foster practical business knowledge. Through competitions, workshops, and networking opportunities, FBLA equips students with the skills necessary for success in their future careers and empowers them to make meaningful contributions to their communities.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (weekly)

Time: 2:45 pm

Location: A207

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Siri Damu

Description

As the Hindu Student Council, our mission is to educate others about Hindu culture and raise awareness of our rich traditions. We are an inclusive community open to everyone! Throughout the year, we host events such as Holi, inviting the entire county to celebrate and learn with us.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday, Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: Lions Time, afterschool

Location: A109

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Himani Shah
• Vice President(s): Veera Mistry and Dhruv Vaidya
• Secretary: Anika Verma
• Treasurer: Jay Soni
• Members at large: Roshan Chaudry
• Event Coordinator: Priyal Shah
• Social Media Manager: Shiven Trambadia

Description

HOSA is for students interested in careers in the medical field or health care. This is a student-led organization that exposes members to various fields associated with health care and discusses how to prepare for careers in those fields

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B206

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Muthu Annamalai

Description

Howard Lions Cycling Club is an athletic-cycling competitive team

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday (Weekly)

Practice Schedule 

• Weekdays: Tuesday & Thursdays 5:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.  
• Where: Typically held at Rockburn Park in Howard County at the pavilion. Wheels roll at 5:30 p.m.  
• Weekend: 9:00 – 11:00AM  
• Where: Variable — held at local and distant trails. 

Specifics are only available to registered team members.

Description

Mock trial is an educational simulation of a court case where participants take on the roles of lawyers, witnesses, and judges to learn about the legal system through hands-on practice and competition between school teams. 

The objective of the Howard Mock Trial team is to learn about the legal system while developing essential life skills, such as public speaking, critical thinking, and teamwork, in a competitive setting. The ultimate goal is to prepare and present a compelling case that persuades a judge and jury. 

Meeting Information

Day: Monday, Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: R120

Members of the Executive Board

• Lead Captain: Henry Carter
• Co Counsel(s): Anania Alemayehu and Maddie Mayerman

Description

The Ice Hockey Club follows and discusses the non-HCPSS sponsored Howard Ice Hockey Team.  The objective of our team/club is to grow and support the game of ice hockey in Howard County.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: F124

Members of the Executive Board

• Rocco Chaudry - C
• Alex Blace - A
• Cam Casey - A

Description

Students come together to practice and learn theatre and improv skills. Our objective is to grow skill and community through the art of improvisation.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Auditorium/F134

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Claire Romans

Description

International Thespian Society is a group of theatre students that participates in theatre productions, workshops, and activities earning points to induction and graduation honors. 

Students will be the basis for a student-led production company. They will have presence at different events and will be responsible for fundraising during the year to support our theatre productions. 

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Auditorium or Room F134

Members of the Executive Board

• President: Matthew Rouch
• Vice President: River Gleeson
• Social Media: Claire Romans
• Historian: Aila Abutbol
• Secretary: Kaitlyn Faye
• Tech Head: Jayden Oliveros

Description

The Investing and Stock Market Club provides a platform for members to learn about investments, discuss market trends, and develop financial literacy through shared experiences, often using simulated money.

Activities include using stock market simulators for risk-free practice, analyzing stocks and investment strategies, attending educational meetings, and sometimes pooling funds to make actual investments as a group. The core goals are typically education, fostering good financial habits, and improving investment outcomes through shared investigation.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: N205

Members of the Executive Board

Description

It's Academic is quiz team.  We work on our understanding of general knowledge and apply at events throughout the year. Students will be become more knowledgeable in various areas and compete in events throughout the year.  

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Weekly)

Time: 2:40-3:30 pm

Location: A214

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Jeeva Kumar and Jackson Fairfax
• Vice President(s): Raina Wilcox and Abigail Kim
• Treasurer: Ruth Choi
• Secretary: Ayaka Toigo

Description

JSU welcomes all students, regardless of religious beliefs. Student activities include campus clean up, celebrating holidays, and giving back to the HoHs community and the Jewish community around HoHs.  

Our goal is to spread the idea of Tikkun Olam- to repair the world (in Hebrew). Giving back to HoHs and the Jewish community through community service and inclusivity. 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: 2:40-3:05 pm

Location: R122

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Emma Miller
• Vice President(s): Simone Tabak

Description

Key Club is the world's largest student-led service and leadership organization for high school students, sponsored by the Kiwanis International adult volunteer club. Members develop leadership skills and build character by performing community service, fostering lifelong friendships, and preparing for active citizenship. The organization's four core values are caring, character-building, inclusiveness, and leadership, guided by the motto, "Caring - Our Way of Life."

Key Club's mission is to provide high school students with opportunities to provide service, build character, and develop leadership skills. It is a student-led organization that promotes the idea of "Caring – Our Way of Life" by empowering young people to become competent, capable, and caring leaders who transform their communities through hands-on service projects

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: 2:35-3:15 pm

Location: A218

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Cynthia Chang and Vihaan Mehta
• Vice President: Conor Gordon
• Secretary: Katie Vu
• Treasurer: Abigail Lee
• Social Media: Kerynn Harris

Description

Legacy Step Team will perform during events.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday, Thursday, Friday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Atrium

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Laila James

Description

This is a performance-based dance team for sports games and community events. 

Meeting Information

Day: Monday, Thursday (Weekly)

Time: 3-5 pm

Location: HoHS Dance Studio

Members of the Executive Board

• Captain(s): Madison Nelson, Hannah Hitt, Isla Teitelbaum
• Assistant Captain(s): Miley Keating and Kayla Key 

Description

MBHS exists to bridge the gap between youth and the small business community across Maryland by empowering high school students to develop entrepreneurial and business leadership skills while supporting local small businesses through service, education, and innovation.

• MBHS shall be established in high schools across Maryland with the following goals:
  Support Small Businesses through student-led marketing projects, fundraising, and community collaboration.
• Promote Financial Literacy by hosting workshops and inviting guest speakers from the business world.
• Encourage Youth Entrepreneurship through chapter-run initiatives, competitions, and mentorship opportunities.
• Foster Business Education and Professionalism via leadership training, resume-building sessions, and peer networking.
• Give Back to the Community by aligning business learning with local impact.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Monthly)

Time: 2:35 pm

Location: A106

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Medha Gaddam

Description

The MNHS provides volunteer and tutoring services for the school to promote mathematics fluency.  Students will plan tutoring sessions for students to attend.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A213 and Cafeteria (beginning in December)

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Vihaan Mehta
• Vice President(s): Michael Menachery
• Secretary: Nicholas Cherenkov

Description

We meet weekly to practice solving math problems and compete in the HCML with other county high schools. Students work together and independently to solve math problems to improve problem solving skills.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A213

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Michael Menachery
• Vice President(s): Aidan Markey

Description

This is a club that centers around Middle Eastern students having a place to meet up and socialize that reflects the multifaceted aspects of the culture and region.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday, Friday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B121

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Melek Beklevic

Description

We plan to attend different conferences in and out of the state where our students  and others from various schools will represent different countries and debate and work towards resolutions to said issues.

Our goal is to educate students about the United Nations and global issues by simulating UN conferences, fostering diplomatic skills through debate, negotiation, and problem-solving, and promoting global understanding and civic engagement.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A215

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Muthu Annamalai

Description

National Art Honor Society is a nationally recognized organization that celebrates excellence and service.  Students in this organization excel in their classes and work together to prepare for and provide enrichment activities to the community.

National Art Honors Society is an organization that emphasizes service to the community through the arts.  Students host events to engage the school and community in the arts such as Coffeehouse and Empty Bowls, and help beautify Howard's halls and walls. Art Club supports NAHS events and projects as well as plans art activities for their own art learning and interests. 

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: 2:40-3:45 pm

Location: A219 and A221

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Thomas Hilton and Sasha Stanley
• Secretary: Aakifah Shereen
• Treasurer and Inventory: Aila Claypool
• Public Relations: Wania Malik and Gabrielle Nwosu

Description

NEHS is the world’s largest discipline-specific honor society for high school students who are captivated by English language and literature, creative writing, theatre and drama, film and media studies, and journalism. This unique society offers an unparalleled chance for students, teachers, and schools to engage in an enriching, discipline-specific international community.

Our mission is to cultivate a vibrant environment where high school students and teachers can immerse themselves in the invaluable experiences of promoting literacy and serving society, while honoring exceptional and diverse achievements in the English language arts and related subjects.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B112

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Kai Hsu

Description

NHS prides itself as a service organization striving to help out in the community through the exhibition the four pillars: Character, Service, Leadership and Scholarship. Students will plan service projects on a monthly basis to help out the school community.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Cafeteria

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Kian Nadali
• Vice President(s): Percie Musselman
• Vice President Service: Kaitlyn Faye
• Vice President Communications/Social Media: Katie Vu
• Secretary: Jaelin Yi

Description

Nourish Minds Club is a social group doing good.  Students will plan and execute fundraising event.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Wednesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B208

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Edison Chen
• Lena Kim

Description

This club is a school chapter of Operation Smile, a non-profit organization that supports people with cleft lip and palate around the world, helping to pay for their surgeries. As a chapter of the organization, we will organize fundraisers and service projects, and donate the money we raise and the items we create to Operation Smile. The goal of our club is to support Operation Smile by fundraising and conducting service projects.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B122

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Abigail Lee and Arunima Girde

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: A224

Members of the Executive Board

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

Description

Project Linus is a nationwide non-profit organization created to help seriously ill children or those in need from ages 1-18 by providing them with hand-made quality blankets. This club allows students to collaborate with peers in a common cause and contribute to our local chapter for Project Linus.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Monthly)

Time: 2:45 pm

Location: B109

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Sasha Pinkham
• Vice President(s): Natalie Kukla and Alisha Rao

Description

Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society for High School Journalists was organized April 10, 1926, at the University of Iowa by renowned pollster George H. Gallup and a group of high school advisers for the purpose of encouraging and recognizing individual student achievement in journalism and scholastic publication.

Since its founding, school charters have been granted to almost 15,000 high schools in all 50 states, the District of Columbia and 37 countries. Media advisers in chartered schools are eligible to recommend outstanding high school journalism students for membership in Quill and Scroll International Honorary Society.

We encourage, support and recognize individual student initiative and achievement in scholastic journalism, regardless the medium.

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B112

Members of the Executive Board

Description

Red Cross will assist with emergencies and conduct a blood drive, 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: F124

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Cathy Kakumani
• Edison Chen, Lena Kim

Description

Rho Kappa is a national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of Social Studies. It focuses on recognition and opportunities for exploration in social studies.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: N200

Members of the Executive Board

Description

The Robotics Club follows the mission of FIRST®: "...to inspire young people to be science and technology leaders and innovators, by engaging them in exciting mentor-based programs that build science, engineering, and technology skills, that inspire innovation, and that foster well-rounded life capabilities including self-confidence, communication, and leadership.” https://www.firstinspires.org/about/vision-and-mission.

The Robotics Club works to design, build and code a robot to compete in the FIRST Tech Challenge competitions in the Chesapeake Region.

Meeting Information

Date: Monday, Thursday, Friday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: E102

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Michael Menachery
• Vice President(s): Eve Tang
• Code Lead: Andrew Litman
• Build Lead: Sam Biegeleisen
• Outreach Lead: Natalie Kukla

Description

SAGA Club advocates for queer safety.  We also promote fundraisers for queer organizations and promote queer acceptance at Howard High School. We will organize fundraisers and PRIDE month celebrations.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Student Services

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): River Twaddell
• Treasurer: Andrew Litman
• Secretary: Riley Hohn
• Social Manager: Emery Eikenberg 

Description

Science National Honor Society (SNHS) is an honors organization that strives to engender a new group of young thinkers who will be the future of industry, research and scientific exploration. We plan to host guest speakers, assist small science clubs, run a middle/elementary school science fair, provide targeted tutoring for science classes

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday-Friday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B204

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Drisana Sharan
• Vice President(s): Ehaan Sair
• Secretary: Louise Nguyen
• Social Media: Caroline Jones 

Description

Science Olympiad attends STEM-based competitions to represent Howard HS. We aim to promote STEM literacy and passion for the content, and expose students to applications/careers in STEM. 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B202

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Anika Verma
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Description

The mission of the Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica is to recognize high school achievement in Spanish and Portuguese and to promote interest in Hispanic and Luso-Brazilian studies. We will plan honor society events related to Hispanic culture, organize the induction ceremony, and complete volunteer hours 

Meeting Information

Date: Friday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A102

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Alanna Acevedo
• Himani Shah
• Lucas Soler
• Tyler Carnevale

Description

La Société honoraire de français brings together like-minded francophiles who wish to explore and celebrate francophone cultures and the French language, and demonstrate academic leadership.

• Stimulate interest in the study of French
• Promote high standards of scholarship
• Reward scholastic achievements
• Create enthusiasm for and an understanding of Francophone cultures 
• Promote international friendship

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A104

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Percie Musselman, Diane Smith
• Record Keeper: Mia Lehman

Description

Our goal at SASA is to foster diversity in our community and spread awareness of South Asian culture through fun events. We will try to teach a new aspect of South Asian Culture at each meeting as well! Students will plan events to learn and teach about South Asian Culture. 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly

Time: afterschool

Location: B122

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Ramya Gajula
• Vice President(s): Veera Mistry
• Secretary: Nihitha Manmohan
• Treasurer: Kesia Chavara
• Historian: Arunima Girde
• Event Coordinator: TBD

Description

The Speech and Debate Team competes in the Baltimore Catholic Forensics League in speech and debate events throughout the year. We work towards better public speaking skills to compete with the hopes of qualifying for Metro and National competitions. 

Meeting Information

Day: Monday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B108

Members of the Executive Board

Description

STEM Roots hosts events and provides resources to teach kids of all ages about STEM. We aim to encourage and provide students with resources to pursue STEM.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday, Thursday(weekly, bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: A102

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Anika Verma

Description

Club meets in the wrestling room at 2:50 on Wednesdays and will complete 25 minutes of strength workouts (wrestling room or weight room) and 30 minutes of mat workouts (wrestling room). Our goal is to build the physical and mental strength of students and staff.

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Wrestling Room

Members of the Executive Board

Description

We will provide a place to learn about the Christian Faith, worship, pray, read the Bible and have discussions about the faith.

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool 

Location: B103

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): OluwaPelumi Adepoju
• Vice President(s): Yeongmin Kim

Description

SWENext Clubs support students of all ages that are interested in STEM, connect them to the SWE community, and encourage their curiosity in the fields of STEM. We will participate in challenges, conduct engineering projects, and run STEM outreach events. 

Meeting Information

Day: Thursday (Bi-weekly) 

Time: afterschool

Location: E102

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Tess Silverman

Description

Students will destigmatize and raise awareness for mental health issues through mental health awareness games and events. Students will plan athletic department-wide events, raise awareness for mental health issues through mental health awareness at games/practices and meetings.

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool 

Location: F124 or virtually

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Raima Shah

Description

We will promote creative writing throughout the student community and produce and peer review creative works.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (Weekly)

Time: afterschool 

Location: B109

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Maddie Mayerman, Rachel Scherr, Leah Sellers

Description

The HoHS Treble Choir will be comprised of female and non-binary singers, seeking to sing a challenging repertoire with other like-minded individuals. Students will learn difficult treble choir repertoire in hopes of performing at concerts and community wide events. 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: Choir Room

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Sriya Mellacheruvu 

Description

Unicef will raise funds for global concerns and provide awareness and support for global issues. 

Meeting Information

Day: Wednesday (Monthly)

Time: 2:35-3:20 pm

Location: Career Center

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Pratima Pandey
• Melek Beklevic
• Georgia Maccherone

Description

Volunteens will be serving the community based on need. Students will plan events and collaborate with non-profit organizations (honor society, Project Linus, etc.) 

Meeting Information

Day: Tuesday (Bi-weekly, Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: N202

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Mahima Ampani

Description

The Women in Business Leadership Club will focus on educating girls on business, participate in fun games and simulations, and focus on highlighting female-led businesses.  They will be educated in the career paths for business and organize fundraisers to donate to local female-led businesses.

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (Monthly)

Time: afterschool

Location: B207

Members of the Executive Board

• President(s): Sanjana Kudagunti
• Vice President: Joanna Thomas

Description

The Youth Climate Institute will educate and certify the next generation of leaders on climate science, environmental justice and real world solutions. We aim to learn more about how climate change is affecting our world and how you can use your unique talents to create change in your community by attending meetings, partaking in reflective discussions, completing comunity service and an end of year action project

Meeting Information

Day: Friday (Bi-weekly)

Time: afterschool

Location: N206

Members of the Executive Board