Club Directory
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Academic Competitions
Biology Club
Academic Competitions
Anupama_M_Sekhsaria@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
pranavi.bh.2009@gmail.com; brandontian99@gmail.com; 174751@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Sekhsaria
Meets
Biology club allows members to learn about biology, receive help and preparation for biology classes (including AP Biology), and prepare for the Biology Olympiad.
Location
Wednesdays at lunch
Chemistry
Academic Competitions
Prasad_Gerard@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
134409@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Gerard
Meets
Compete in the Chemathon at UMD
Location
Tuesdays at Lunch
Debate
Academic Competitions
Brian_P_Mcmullen@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
meganpstallard@gmail.com;dave.ekansh@gmail.com;lorena.a.wu@gmail.com — Mr. McMullen
Meets
Provide students opportunities and coaching in how to prepare, research, present, and defend a case on a current event.
Location
Monday and Wednesday after school
Forensics: Competitive Speech
Academic Competitions
Terry_W_Young@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
217549@mcpsmd.net; 206238@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Young
Meets
Provide students the opportunity to speak competitively against other MCPS students through original speeches and dramatic interpretations of multiple genres of literature.
Location
Tuesday during lunch
Links
Room 1602
Hands of Hope
Academic Competitions
catherine.m.ulicny@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Community Service
Email
Amaiyra Padha
Sponsor
219743@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Uliciny
Meets
Hands of Hope is a student-led service club that supports those affected by cancer and other serious illnesses. Members make a difference through service projects, fundraisers (bake sales, cardmaking, donation drives etc.), awareness campaigns, and activities that promote kindness, hope, and community support!
Location
Every other week on Thursday during lunch.
Links
Ms. Uliciny's Room (1523)
History Bowl
Academic Competitions
Terry_Turner@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Email
Beth Weld
Sponsor
153360@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Turner
Meets
Compete in history questions contest
Location
Tuesday lunch and Thursday afternoons
MESA JHU APL
Academic Competitions
Michael_A_Fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
192412@mcpsmd.net; 193705@mcpsmd.net; 193196@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
Engineering challenges and competition
Location
Wednesday, room 1620 at lunch
Links
1620
Math Team
Academic Competitions
Ishan_Khetarpal@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
falconsdomath@gmail.com; 176358@mcpsmd.net; 170771@mcpsmd.net; 175103@mcpsmd.net; 175415@mcpsmd.net; 194303@mcpsmd.net; 195731@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Khetarpal
Meets
Learn interesting mathematics, solve problems, and prepare for and compete in competitions
Location
TBD Wednesday during Lunch
Medical Students Alliance (MSA)
Academic Competitions
cameron.a.petke@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Anvitha Ravi
Sponsor
276183@mcpsmd.net — Mr.Petke
Meets
MSA is a student-led healthcare organization where high school students explore medicine through case studies, clinical reasoning challenges, physician speakers, research, and educational activities while developing teamwork, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Location
Every Tuesday during lunch
Links
1129
Mock Trial
Academic Competitions
timothy_short@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Meets
Compete in Mock Trial Competition
Location
Wednesday's at Lunch
Model UN
Academic Competitions
Charles_J_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
190579@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Dewitt
Meets
Participants represent nations and influential world figures as they debate pressing global issues. Students get the opportunity to develop their research, public speaking, and critical thinking skills in an exciting, committee setting
Location
Mondays during lunch
Links
Room: 2729
Mountain Biking Club
Academic Competitions
morgan_g_arnone@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Jack Maddox
James Benson
Sponsor
jackmaddox514@gmail.com;jdbenson17022@gmail.com — Ms. Arnone
Meets
Getting students outdoors and exercising in nature through biking. Along with that we have connections for service learning hours through trail maintenance days and volunteering at events and sharing these opportunities to the members of our club
Location
The first Thursday of every month during lunch starting September 8th
Links
1224
Music Production Club
Academic Competitions
Clayton_F_Traver@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Music & Performance
Email
Tessa Hoffner
Sponsor
244473@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Traver
Meets
A club for students to hang out and create music online using digital software. All levels of experience welcome! Compose and produce music digitally and share ideas and compositions with others. If wanted, pieces can then be posted on a YouTube channel dedicated to the club.
Location
Mondays at Lunch
Links
1307
Name of club
Academic Competitions
Club sponsor's email
Contact
Club Category
Sponsor
Student point of contact email — Club sponsor's name (Use Mr. or Ms. before the teacher's last name)
Meets
Purpose/Description of the club
Location
Meeting Day & Time
Links
Meeting Location
New Voters
Academic Competitions
andrew.ward@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Academic Competitions
Email
Leela Ramanathan
Sponsor
195440@mcpsmd.net, l33laar@gmail.com — Mr. Ward
Meets
Hold voter registration drives to engage students
Location
Tuesdays
Links
1303
PHS Aerospace Engineering
Academic Competitions
Stefanie_E_Draisen@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Evan Shang
Sponsor
10008931@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Draisen
Meets
Design real aircraft, write real flight code, and build the portfolio that gets you into aerospace internships and engineering programs. Experience hands-on CAD, flight simulation, and avionics programming taught by students who want to build the future of flight.
Location
TBD
Links
TBD
PHS Bible Study
Academic Competitions
Nathan_K_Conyer@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
Cora Ivusic
Sponsor
216239@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Conyer
Meets
PHS Bible Study meets once a week on Thursdays, with the purpose of getting students in the Word of God and helping them to strengthen their faith in their walk with Jesus! Come join us for fellowship, Bible Study, and intentional discussions!
Location
Thursdays at Lunch
Links
Room 1639
PHS Hack Club
Academic Competitions
catherine.m.ulicny@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Radhana Mainali
Sponsor
191966@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Ulicny
Meets
PHS Hack Club is a hands-on club for students to build hardware and software projects, no experience required. We meet on Tuesday lunch for open build sessions and workshops, and organize PHSHacks, a school-wide hackathon for student projects.
Location
Tuesdays during lunch
Links
Room 1523
PHS Research Club
Academic Competitions
clayton.f.traver@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Academic Competitions
Email
Harshitha Poludas
Sponsor
221738@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Traver
Meets
The purpose of the Research Club is to promote scientific and critical thinking skills among members by encouraging them to conduct scientific research, participate in activities such as group literature reviews and scientific discussions, and prepare to participate in the IRO. The club aims to foster a deeper understanding of various disciplines including Math, Physics, Biology, Computer Science, and more.
Location
Once a week during lunchtime
Links
Room 1307
Physics Team
Academic Competitions
Zachary_A_Vaz@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
calebrwen@gmail.com; jainavaneeth@gmail.com; rich.rlh9@gmail.com — Mr. Vaz
Meets
Students practice to compete in Physics competitions
Location
Tuesdays during lunch
Poolesville Business Association
Academic Competitions
geo.l.nikolov@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Business & Finance
Email
Sameer Singh
Sponsor
218757@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Nikolov
Meets
This club gives students opportunities to go experience finance, economics, and entrepreneurship through competitions and overall applying these concepts into real-world situtations. It is a chapter of the countywide Mongomery County Business Association (MCBA).
Location
Thursday at Lunch
Links
Room 2303
Quiz Bowl
Academic Competitions
Marcia_J_Snavely@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Email
Nicholas Cabrera
Sponsor
151418@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Snavely
Meets
Prepare for quiz show
Rocketry Club
Academic Competitions
prasad_gerard@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Email
Goran Naydenov
Sponsor
171472@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Gerard
Meets
Form a team to compete in the American Rocketry Challenge
Location
Mondays during lunch
Science Bowl
Academic Competitions
Prasad_Gerard@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Email
Alex Wang
Meets
Prepare for the Science Bowl competition
Location
Friday at lunch
Science Fair Club
Academic Competitions
Prasad_Gerard@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
arorashivum@gmail.com; yusufaae09@gmail.com — Mr. Gerard
Meets
Prepare, learn, experiment and test for Science Fair and Research Competitions at the regional, state, and national levels.
Location
Every 2 weeks, Tuesdays at Lunch
Links
Gerard's Room (2513)
Science Olympiad
Academic Competitions
Ishan_Khetarpal@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Academic Competitions
Sponsor
194303@mcpsmd.net; 204293@mcpsmd.net; 203950@mcpsmd.net; 197718@mcpsmd.net; 191439@mcpsmd.net; 196060@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Khetarpal
Meets
Organize teams, prepare, and compete in the Science Olympiad competition on Poolesville's behalf
Location
Friday at Lunch
Stem Buddies
Academic Competitions
laura_e_ackerman@mcpsmd.org
Contact
STEM & Education
Sponsor
10005393@mcpsmd.net; 194077@mcpsmd.net — Mrs. Ackerman
Meets
Stem Buddies aims to connect high school students with children through engaging and interactive enrichment activities. Members can create presentations and lead activities based on their own interests. We hope to bring curiosity and confidence to children while giving our members opportunities to teach, mentor, lead, and serve their community!
Location
Twice a month on Thursdays
Links
Room 1715
Trading Card Game Club
Academic Competitions
Brian_P_Mcmullen@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Games & Strategy
Email
Nathaniel Stafford
Sponsor
164619@mcpsmd.net — Mr. McMullen
Meets
Magic: The Gathering club aims to provide students a place to relax, have fun and make friends by playing the Magic: The Gathering card game. Playing Magic: The Gathering can also help build critical thinking and collaborative skills.
Location
Every Thursday during lunch
Links
Room 1615
Advocacy & Politics
Amnesty International Poolesville
Advocacy & Politics
Andrew_Ward@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Advocacy & Politics
Email
Celena Rochelle
Sponsor
227362@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Ward
Meets
Educate, advocate, and take action to protect human rights with Amnesty International, the largest and oldest human rights grassroots organization.
Location
Wednesdays or Thursdays at Lunch
MoCo EmpowHER
Advocacy & Politics
catherine.m.ulicny@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Advocacy & Politics
Sponsor
200241@mcpsmd.net; 265587@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Ulicny
Meets
MoCo EmpowHer aims to create a safe space for open dialogue about women's issues and provide leadership development opportunities for young women.
Location
Every other Friday at lunch
Links
Room 1523
Peace Makers and Problem Solvers
Advocacy & Politics
Marcia_J_Snavely@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Advocacy & Politics
Sponsor
175193@mcpsmd.net; 169204@mcpsmd.net; 200241@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Snavely
Meets
Interactive video calls with our sister school in Colombia. Engage in peace-themed leadership development activities. Organize fundraising events for the Marshall Legacy Institute’s Mine Detection Dog program
Location
Every other Thursday
Links
Room 2729
Political Awareness Club
Advocacy & Politics
andrew.ward@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Advocacy & Politics
Email
Sevval Aydin
Sponsor
176958@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Ward
Meets
To raise awareness about current political issues; to strengthen linkage institutions at Poolesville; and to increase political engagement.
Location
TBD but maybe Tuesdays at lunch
Links
Room 2729
Arts & Creative Writing
Creative writing
Arts & Creative Writing
Charles_J_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Arts & Creative Writing
Email
Gideon Ott
Sponsor
Gideon.Andrew.Ott@gmail.com — Mr. Dewitt
Meets
A club for people with interest in creative writing to interact with others of a similar interest and practice their writing, hoping to grow and succeed.
Location
Tuesdays at Lunch
Links
2727
PHS Literary Magazine Club (PHS Lit)
Arts & Creative Writing
Brian_P_Mcmullen@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Arts & Creative Writing
Email
TBD
Meets
PHS Literary Magazine Club (PHS Lit) is a group dedicated to reviving art and writing and making them more fun. Club members design, edit, fundraise, promote, and publish an annual literary magazine that is composed of original student works, which can fall anywhere in the category of art and literature. Through this club, students have the opportunity to let their unique voices and opinions be heard, whether through a published work or through magazine design and editing freedom.
Location
Fridays at lunch
Links
TBD
Photography Club
Arts & Creative Writing
Zachary.r.smith@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Arts & Creative Writing
Sponsor
171713@mcpsmd.net; 175260@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Smith
Meets
As a club focused on photography we want to serve as a gathering place for people who are passionate about photography beyond the scope of what can be done in a class period. This club will allow students to explore 2d photography with a variety of subjects and landscapes. Our club will also provide students with information about photography techniques and tips to improve their photos.Through the club we will demonstrate that art doesn't have to be simple. It can carry deep meaning and tell a story.
Location
First Friday and last Friday of every month at lunch
Links
2309
Business & Finance
Girls for Business
Business & Finance
justin.nowell@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Business & Finance
Sponsor
176325@mcpsmd.net; 191966@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Nowell
Meets
Girls For Business (GFB) is an informational club for students interested in business, entrepreneurship, and leadership. We meet twice a month for guest talks, discussions, and activities like Shark Tank-style pitch events (with prizes!), aiming to make business education accessible, and connect members with mentorship and opportunities.
Location
Wednesday at lunch; twice a month
Links
2600
Community Service
HERO Club/Falcon Minds Matter
Community Service
Melissa_M_Nagy@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Health and Wellness
Email
Laney Franklin
Sponsor
173963@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Nagy
Meets
A student-led movement that plans school wide and community events to create safe spaces where students can talk honestly about mental health. The club promotes self-care, social connection, and positive coping strategies.
Location
Wednesdays at Lunch
Links
Career Center
Key Club
Community Service
Michael_A_Fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Email
Ashley Guan
Rachel Kang
Sponsor
172167@mcpsmd.net;160575@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
Mission statement of key club: To provide a practical means to form enduring friendships, to render unselfish service and to build better communities.
Location
Tuesdays at lunch
Links
Room 1629
KindCo.
Community Service
andrew_ward@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Email
Sehj Kaur
Sponsor
sehjkaur06@gmail.com or 174545@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Ward
Meets
KindCo. is a selfless service organization that works to make our community a better place. We will be helping people at different shelters such as the Interfaith clothing center and the International rescue comittee and also different hospitals such as shady grove hospital and children's national hospital. We would plan to meet at school, but there could be times where we meet on the weekends for certain community projects. We will start food drives, local cleanups within our community (helping the local organization ECOSIKH). We also will help Guru Gobind Singh Foundation, a Sikh temple (also a community service organization), provide pre-packed meals for families in need.We can also give baskets and cards for children and elderly in hospitals, especially during the holidays. We would like to teach Poolesville students about helping others without expecting any thing return (the idea of selfless service).
Location
Wednesday at the beginning of lunch
Links
1303
Kits to Heart
Community Service
MaryAlice_A_Adah@mcpsmd.org
Leo Club
Community Service
karirauel@gmail.com; annemarie_sartschev@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Meets
Provide opportunities to improve the world and help others in the community and earn SSL hours.
Location
1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month during lunch
Links
Global Collaboration room 2801
Medlife PHS
Community Service
chrissyann.villavicencio@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Community Service
Email
Sophia Lee
Sponsor
sophia.lee193131@gmail.com — Ms. Villavicencio
Meets
The club is a branch of the non-profit organization, Medlife, which works to support low-income communities in Latin America and Africa to improve their access to medicine, education, and community development projects. As a club, we will learn about the economic disparities within these communities and do service projects to empower them.
Location
Mondays or Fridays at lunch
Links
Rm 2303
PHS High Schoolers for Front Liners (HSFL) Chapter
Community Service
joseph.wiegner@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Community Service
Sponsor
216074@mcpsmd.net; 193778@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Wiegner
Meets
This chapter of High Schoolers for Front Liners (HSFL) creates and donates handmade masks, heart pillows, and cards to support hospitals, veterans, seniors, and children’s centers.
Location
1-2 times per month on Fridays during lunch
Links
Room 1410
Project UNITY Poolesville Chapter
Community Service
Prasad_Gerard@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Email
Smrithi Karthik
Sponsor
174530@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Gerard
Meets
Project UNITY is a global, youth-led, registered nonprofit founded in 2020 that promotes public health awareness, student innovation, and leadership. Operating as a national innovation lab and training ecosystem, Project UNITY empowers high school students, college students, and young professionals to design solutions that address urgent public health challenges, combat misinformation, and advance health equity. The purpose of our Poolesville chapter is to raise awareness about public health and promote greater understanding and inclusion within our community. Some of our goals are to provide hands-on support and raise awareness for individuals with autism, as well as educate the public about emergency preparedness, chronic health diseases and disparities, mental health and substance abuse, environmental health, and more. We aim to achieve these goals through initiatives such as fundraisers, presentations and Q&A sessions, and other educational events. Project UNITY also offers internship opportunities, mentorship, and leadership training, helping students develop interdisciplinary skills at the intersection of medicine, public health, and digital health. By bringing these resources to Poolesville High School, we hope to give students the opportunity to become leaders, make a meaningful impact, and shape the future of healthcare and public health.
Location
Every Tuesday during lunch
Links
Mr. Gerard's room (2513)
Red Cross
Community Service
marcia.j.snavely@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Community Service
Sponsor
ananyaramesh@gmail.com; 233563@mcpsmd.net; krishyasubedi1@gmail.com; 193239@mcpsmd.net — Ms.Snavely
Meets
The purpose of the Red Cross club at Poolesville is to allow students to supporting our military veterans, learn critical lifesaving training such as how to save a life, be able to donate blood, and how to get deeply involved in the National American Red Cross orgnaiztion. Every meeting we have will be about numerous different topics ranging from learning about disaster relief to how to treat a wound and save poeple. In addition to teaching a wide variety of topics that are in line with the redcross organization, we also want to allow our poolesville community to help others. We hope to arrange blood drives, Food drives, toiletry drives, writing letters to the military veterans, and more.
Location
Once to twice every month Monday
Links
Room 2729
Red Poppy Initiative
Community Service
MaryAlice_A_Adah@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Sponsor
gracehychen14@gmail.com — Ms. Adah
Meets
A student-led club dedicated to fighting period poverty by educating the community and organizing drives to provide menstrual products to those in need. Members work to raise awareness locally and contribute to a nationwide effort to support individuals affected by the inability to afford essential menstrual products
Location
Mondays during Lunch
Links
Room 2502
Save the Children
Community Service
david_rogoza@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Email
Nuamin Muzu
Sponsor
10050062@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Rogoza
Meets
Save the Children allows students to advocate for childrens rights while raising funds for these children. They can raise funds for these children through fundraisers, speaking with law makers, and different activitys to gain awarness.
Location
Once a month on Thursdays during lunch
Links
2727
So Do We Poolesville
Community Service
morgan_g_arnone@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Email
Sophia Lee
Sponsor
sophia.lee193131@gmail.com — Ms. Arnone
Meets
So Do We chapter of Ulman Foundation Maryland Cup competition, striving to make tangible change in our community and support young adults with cancer
Location
Bimonthly, Lunch
Links
1224
Stitches for Smiles
Community Service
catherine.m.ulicny@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Community Service
Sponsor
265587@mcpsmd.net; 166872@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Ulicny
Meets
Students will be able to make knit and crochet gifts (scarves, hats, animals, bookmarks) for hospitals and nursing homes. We also give students the opportunity to teach basic stitches to patients and residents. No prior experience is required!
Location
Thursdays at lunch twice a month
Links
1523
Teens with Heartsongs
Community Service
cameron_petke@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Community Service
Email
Eunia Zhong
Sponsor
175085@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Petke
Meets
Fundraise for the hospital’s Child Life Program and Integrative Care Services.
Location
Thursday at lunch
Culture & Identity
Beyond the Sight
Culture & Identity
kevin_p_lee@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
Aisling Moroney
Sponsor
257701@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Lee
Meets
The Beyond the Sight club will allow students to learn basic Braille and help spread awareness for funding literacy programs for those with limited vision in MCPS. As well as to empower students to help increase accessibility to low-vision persons. No prior learning experience is required.
Location
Monthly on Wednesdays during lunch
Links
Room 1602
Black Student Union
Culture & Identity
Suzanne_Eklof@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
Joanes Mouko
Sponsor
212758@mcpsmd.net — Dr. Eklof
Meets
Gathering of black & minority students of PHS to address issues of the school & community
Location
Tuesdays at Lunch (second bell)
Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Culture & Identity
Justin_Nowell@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Meets
Student-led meetings with games, snacks, and bible study in order to connect Christians and glorify God at PHS.
Location
Fridays at lunch
Hispanic Heritage Association
Culture & Identity
Cindy_C_Sibrian@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
TBD
Meets
Promote awareness of Hispanic culture and a place for students to be proud of their culture and share
Location
Every Thursday @ lunch
Minority Scholars Program
Culture & Identity
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
Valerie Tsang
Sponsor
145141@mcpsmd.net
Meets
Improve the academic achievement of minority students, foster open discussions about race, prejudice, and discrimination, as well as engage in advocacy
Location
Mondays during lunch
Links
Room 1620
Muslim Students Association
Culture & Identity
Clayton_F_Traver@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
Zarah Saafan
Meets
Creates a welcoming environment for our Muslim students to exchange ideas and talk about their experiences as Muslim students.
Location
Every other Wednesday during lunch
PHS Jewish Club
Culture & Identity
Suzanne_Eklof@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Sponsor
276166@mcpsmd.net; 10005329@mcpsmd.net — Dr. Eklof
Meets
Provide a safe and fun place for students to learn about Judaism and being Jewish. Meet other students who are Jewish or interested in Judaism. Learn about Jewish holy days. Discuss the Torah and Jewish philosophy, the history of the Jewish People and Judaism in America. Learning about different outreach groups, Jewish community leaders and organizations that might interest members of the Club, including summer camps, local teen event holders, visiting scholars, and information about Jews in the greater community. Play games, eat kosher food, learn simple Hebrew phrases With approval, meet after school or on the weekends to go to Jewish events.
Location
First and third week of the month on Friday during lunch
QSU
Culture & Identity
michael_a_fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Sponsor
183226@mcpsmd.net; 219648@mcpsmd.net; 254573@mcpsmd.net; 159279@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
Queer Student Union, an inclusive club for all genders and sexualities
Location
Thursday during lunch
Links
Room 1629
South Asian Students Association
Culture & Identity
Diane_R_VanYuga@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Culture & Identity
Email
Sajni Srinivasan
Sponsor
203863@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Van Yuga
Meets
The South Asian Student Association is a community where Poolesville students have the opportunity to appreciate and share the rich and diverse culture of South Asia through engaging events and fundraisers. Our purpose is to foster a tight-knit community where South Asian students can embrace their heritage and connect with others.
Location
Wednesdays during lunch
Links
Humanaties Hub
Dance & Theater
Dance Club
Dance & Theater
cindy_c_sibrian@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Dance & Theater
Email
Sofya Ro
Sponsor
172776@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Sibrian
Meets
Student-led dance club with performances at pep rallies and community events. No audtition required.
Location
Leading up to events: lunch and after school practices
Links
Announced in Discord
Midnight Players
Dance & Theater
Andrew_L_Baughman@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Dance & Theater
Meets
To learn and perform theatrical works
Location
Everyday after school 2:30-4:15
PHS Masti (Indian Dance Team)
Dance & Theater
Diane_R_VanYuga@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Dance & Theater
Email
Vaishnavi Uppalapati
Poorvi Deshpande
Ishaan Ghaskabdi
Sahasra Namburu
Charvi Reddy
Adithi Doddi
Sponsor
175358@mcpsmd.net; 173541@mcpsmd.net; 170724@mcpsmd.net; 193576@mcpsmd.net; 194487@mcpsmd.net; 264744@mcpsmd.net; — Ms. Van Yuga
Meets
We are Poolesville's high school's indian fusion dance team! We invite everyone, regardless of experience, to come join us to learn and perform various Indian dances. We perform at Pep Rallies, competitions, and other MoCo Events. No experience necessary, just passion!
Location
Thusdays at lunch
Environment & Nature
Chesapeake Bay Coalition
Environment & Nature
John_M_Sparrow@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Environment & Nature
Email
Kylie Zhang
Sponsor
174751@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Sparrow
Meets
Promotes awareness of the Chesapeake Bay and its watershed
Location
First Thursday of every month at lunch
Poolesville Green Works
Environment & Nature
jason.e.garrison@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Environment & Nature
Email
Kyle Polson
Sponsor
193203@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Garrison
Meets
Poolesville Green Works is centered around holding service projects to benefit the environment both in and outside of the PHS campus. Members can help brainstorm ideas for projects, like trash pick-ups, weeding, building with wood, planting flowers, and other ideas. The club holds service projects on weekends, where club members come out and help, and earn SSL hours as well.
Location
Mondays at Lunch
Links
Arboretum or Mr. Garrison's classroom (if bad weather)
Roots and Shoots
Environment & Nature
marcia.j.snavely@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Environment & Nature
Email
Sofia Cajina
Sponsor
172668@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Snavely
Meets
Roots and Shoots is a non profit organization established by Jane Goodall, as a club we will start projects through this organization that deal with helping the community and reaching out to young people and educating them about the steps they can take to fight climate change and biodiversity loss.
Location
Every other Tuesday during lunch
Links
2729
TreePlenish
Environment & Nature
Kerry_Costello@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Environment & Nature
Email
Hanna Ariannejad
Sponsor
181967@mcpsmd.net — Ms.Costello
Meets
Our club focuses on making a positive environmental impact by organizing fundraisers and tree-planting events. Our goal is to engage students in sustainability efforts and help make our community a little greener.
Location
Once a month, Tuesdays during lunch.
Links
Mrs.Costellos Room
Games & Strategy
Chess Club
Games & Strategy
Prasad_Gerard@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Games & Strategy
Sponsor
jainavaneeth@gmail.com; arorashivum@gmail.com — Mr. Gerard
Meets
Play/improve in chess while meeting new people
Location
Mondays at Lunch (Welcome to come by and play any day)
DnD Club
Games & Strategy
Brian_P_Mcmullen@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Games & Strategy
Sponsor
stephenlyeung@gmail.com; phyland009@gmail.com; lucas.galescu@gmail.com — Mr. Mcmullen
Meets
At the DnD Honor Among Thieves Society, we're proud to play the world's greatest role playing game. From dungeons to dragons, embark on an epic journey with us here at DHATS. This is a club you'll never forget.
Location
Friday after School
Links
2318
Intro to Godot Engine
Games & Strategy
MaryAlice_A_Adah@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Games & Strategy
Email
Samyukta Shrivatsa
Sponsor
196412@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Adah
Meets
To teach the beginner to advanced game development sofware, Godot Engine, to newcomers, and introduce game development competitions to help them grow their skills and interest in gaem development.
Location
Mondays during lunch
Links
Room 2523
Mahjong Club
Games & Strategy
debora.speirs@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Games & Strategy
Email
Leela Xie
Sponsor
175698@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Speirs
Meets
The purpose of the club is to enjoy playing and teaching the Chinese game of Mahjong.
Location
Every other Tuesday at lunch starting on 9/16
Links
Ms. Speirs Room - 2315
Super Smash Bros Club
Games & Strategy
michael_a_fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Games & Strategy
Sponsor
193160@mcpsmd.net; 10051524@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
To foster a community around a competitive esport, engage players in friendly competition, and hone our skills. The club has existed in past years and we managed to have a tight community, be accepting toward new players, and even compete with other schools' smash bros clubs in team-based crew battles
Location
Tuesdays and Thursdays after school (2:30-4:20)
Links
Room 1629
eSports Club
Games & Strategy
ryan_j_broome@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Games & Strategy
Email
Dan Choulas
Sponsor
falconesports.phs@gmail.com — Mr. Broome
Meets
Promote student empowerment and self confidence.
Build empathy and improve social emotional well-being. Encourage collaboration and problem solving. Boost student motivation and develop leadership skills. Enhance strategic thinking and resilience. Discuss local, national, and international league tournaments. Explore player, livestreaming, and editing/production opportunities at the college level and beyond.
Location
Wed during lunch (in season); Fri during lunch (off season)
Links
Room 2717
Health & Wellness
ACES (Aid, Care, Emergency Skills)
Health & Wellness
xiaochao_yu@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Nicole Sabova
Sponsor
175865@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Yu
Meets
ACES (Aid, Care, Emergency Skills) provides practical medical training for PHS students. Inspired by real-world CERT experience, we teach various essential medical and emergency situation skills like CPR, first aid, and emergency triage. Whether you're aspiring for a healthcare career or just want to be prepared, ACES will help you develop crucial life-saving abilities and important leadership skills while having fun.
Location
Weekly, Thursday during lunch
Links
2614
HOSA
Health & Wellness
Michael_A_Fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Ella Park
Sponsor
168277@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
HOSA exposes students to healthcare careers through competitions and healthcare related conferences. HOSA empowers students to become leaders in the healthcare field in the future.
Location
Mondays at lunch
Links
Room 1629
Mind4Youth
Health & Wellness
Kerry_Costello@mcpsmd.org; Sean_Foster@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Katie Kline
Sponsor
kline.kk14@gmail.com; 174458@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Costello
Mr. Foster
Meets
Mind4Youth exists to empower teens to understand, talk about, and take action for mental health. Its purpose is to bridge the gap between awareness and real support by giving students the tools, education, and confidence to advocate for themselves and their peers.Mind4Youth is a youth led mental health organization focused on promoting awareness, education, and early intervention for high school students. Through workshops, fundraisers, community projects, and advocacy campaigns, Mind4Youth encourages open conversations about mental health while addressing the systemic barriers that prevent young people from getting help. The organization also collaborates with schools and professionals to create more supportive environments where students can thrive emotionally and academically.
Location
Last Friday of the month
Links
Room 1410
Pre-Med Club
Health & Wellness
catherine.m.ulicny@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Katherine Xu
Sponsor
170910@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Ulicny
Meets
Guiding students to a life in medicine, and how to navigate the pre-med journey (medical school, interviews, etc.). Learning about anatomy, physiology, and histology, as well as discussing medical ethics and recent developments in the medical field.
Location
Monday, second half of lunch
Links
1523
Project Uplift: A Teen Mental Health Awareness Club
Health & Wellness
Michael_A_Fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Health & Wellness
Sponsor
176066@mcpsmd.net; 176723@mcpsmd.net; 193764@mcpsmd.net; 253864@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
To spread awareness of teen mental health issues, and to celebrate each other in a friendly community
Location
Every other Friday
Links
Room 1629
Yoga Club
Health & Wellness
chrissyann.villavicencio@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Health & Wellness
Email
Vaishnavi Uppalapati
Sponsor
175358@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Villavicencio
Meets
This club will allow students to focus on their mental wellness and take a step back from all the stress they face. During these club meetings, I plan to teach mindfulness and yoga poses that will keep their minds off of schoolwork. I also plan to host small workshops with professional yoga instructors who can speak about the importance of yoga.
Location
First Wednesday of every month, during the first half of lunch
Links
Track
Honor Societies
French Honor Society/French Club
Honor Societies
Helen_Mazikins@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Meets
Cultural activities
Location
Bi-Monthly on Fridays at Lunch
Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society
Honor Societies
Kyle_C_Lao2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Email
TBD
Meets
Students give back to the school community by tutoring their peers to help them in their math classes
Location
As needed
National Art Honor Society
Honor Societies
Laurie_A_Wilks@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Email
Maren Petersen
Sponsor
153806@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Wilks
Meets
Honor Society for visual art
Location
Tuesdays during lunch
Links
Room 1127
National English Honor Society
Honor Societies
Sean_Foster@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Sponsor
197610@mcpsmd.net; 181967@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Foster
Meets
The society creates a space for students interested in reading and writing to share ideas and learn new skills.
Location
Every other Thursday at lunch
Links
Room 1410
National Honor Society
Honor Societies
leslie_gum@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Sponsor
168955@mcpsmd.net; 293064@mcpsmd.net; 244483@mcpsmd.net; 169982@mcpsmd.net; 170594@mcpsmd.net; 174772@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Gum
Meets
The National Honor Society (NHS ) recognizes and honors high school students who demonstrate excellence in pillars of Scholarship, Leadership, Service and Character.
Founded by the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP), NHS chapters offer students opportunities for leadership training, scholarships, and community involvement, aiming to foster whole-person growth.
Location
Once a month; days/times vary
National Science Honor Society
Honor Societies
Anupama_M_Sekhsaria@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Sponsor
174086@mcpsmd.net; 174751@mcpsmd.net; 174457@mcpsmd.net; 175358@mcpsmd.net; 174584@mcpsmd.net; 174288@mcpsmd.net — Ms. Sekhsaria
Meets
Honoring those students who achieved high academic marks in the sciences
Location
1st and 3rd Thursdays
National Social Studies Honor Society
Honor Societies
timothy_short@mcpsmd.org
National Technical Honor Society
Honor Societies
Virginia_L_Berry@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Meets
The National Technical Honor Society is an educational non-profit that exists to honor, recognize, and empower students and teachers in Career & Technical Education. As the honor society for Career & Technical Education, NTHS serves over 100,000 active members annually in both secondary and postsecondary chapters across the country. Since its founding in 1984, nearly 1.2 million students have become NTHS alumni. NTHS honors the achievements of top CTE students, provides over $300,000 in scholarships annually, and strives to help connect education and industry to build a highly skilled workforce.
Location
Wednesdays (Lunch)
Links
2702
Spanish Honor Society
Honor Societies
Contact
Honor Societies
Email
TBD
Meets
The mission is to recognize high school achievement in Spanish and to promote interest in Hispanic studies.
Location
1st Friday of the month @ lunch
Tri-M Music Honor Society
Honor Societies
david_rogoza@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Honor Societies
Sponsor
195694@mcpsmd.net; 190091@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Rogoza
Meets
To provide musicians at Poolesville with tutoring, festival, performance, and community outreach opportunities. Enrollment in a school music course is not required.
Location
Tuesdays at lunch
Links
Room 1139 (Music Room)
Media & Leadership
PHS AV
Media & Leadership
Foday_Conteh@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Media & Leadership
Email
Leela Xie
Asher Smith
Sponsor
175698@mcpsmd.net; 192088@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Conteh
Meets
Crew of student technicians which staff, student leaders, clubs and other stakeholders at PHS can request A/V (sound, lighting, video, photo) services from. Student technicians have been running A/V at pep rallies, talent shows, etc. for multiple years now; however, there has never been a formal group to contact to request these services. This club is intended to address that issue.
Location
No set meeting times; we will meet as needed to help with school events and conduct trainings.
Links
No set location; we meet wherever we are needed.
Music & Performance
PHS Jazz Band
Music & Performance
david.rogoza@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Music & Performance
Email
Rita Spitzmiller
Sponsor
10088844@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Rogoza
Meets
Gathering Poolesville musicians to learn and practice jazz music, and to perform at school concerts.
Location
Thursdays during Lunch
STEM & Education
Elevate the Future PHS
STEM & Education
xiaochao_yu@mcpsmd.org
Contact
STEM & Education
Email
Jennifer Lee
Sponsor
149979@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Yu
Meets
Elevate the Future PHS will help close the equity gap between students, specifically in STEM and business. We will provide low-income and minority students access to STEM and business resources and opportunities, such as classes, textbooks, competitions, etc.
Location
TBD
Links
TBD
MoCo CAP Student Advisory Council
STEM & Education
Fred_J_Kim@mcpsmd.org
Contact
STEM & Education
Meets
Create an inclusive and supportive environment for students interested in career development. Provide a platform for students to share their ideas and perspectives on career-related topics. Increase awareness of career opportunities and resources available to students. Organize events and campaigns to promote career exploration and postsecondary planning within the student community. Foster collaboration between students, staff, and other stakeholders in enhancing career advising services at the school.
Location
Once a month Monday/Tuesday during lunch
Links
2023
Young Researchers Club
STEM & Education
Suzanne_Eklof@mcpsmd.org
Contact
STEM & Education
Email
Prika Banerjee
Sponsor
169248@mcpsmd.net — Dr. Eklof
Meets
We are going to do research projects and put together research papers based on data we collect.
Location
Tuesdays at Lunch 11:05am
Links
Room 1602
Sports & Recreation
Fishing Club
Sports & Recreation
paul.dethlefsen@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Sports & Education
Sponsor
10001213@mcpsmd.net; 10014272@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Dethlefsen
Meets
To bring together the fishing community in PHS and allow new people to bond over a common interest.
Location
Tuesdays @ 11:15
Links
2523
Frisbee Club
Sports & Recreation
Andrew_Ward@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Sports & Education
Email
Ryan Diehl
Sponsor
124657@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Ward
Meets
To play the game of Ultimate Frisbee and make some new friends along the way.
Location
Lunch on Thursdays
Links
Field
PHS Weightlifting Club
Sports & Recreation
Charles_J_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Sports & Education
Email
Maten Radel
Sponsor
175298@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Dewitt
Meets
Weight lifting is an important part of a high school student's training program. It helps improve strength and power, as well as reduce injury risk.
Location
Wednesday at Lunch (Subject to Change)
Links
Weight Room
Trail Club
Sports & Recreation
Timothy_Short@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Sports & Education
Sponsor
244189@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Short
Meets
The Trail Club is designated for those interested in outdoor recreation, specifically trail-based activities. We would organize hikes, trail runs, and mountain bike rides with all members of the club. We would also teach the Leave No Trace principles to keep our local trails as healthy as possible. This club would serve as an opportunity for members to meet new people and form new friendships while having a great time in the outdoors coming out of a long pandemic.
Location
Friday at lunch, every 2 weeks
Technology & Engineering
App Dev Club
Technology & Engineering
Charles_J_Dewitt@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Jonathan Shan
Sponsor
jshan7423@gmail.com — Mr. Dewitt
Meets
App In Club is a high school club for solo builders who want to ship something real, even if you have zero coding experience. We teach you to code with Cursor as your AI pair-programmer, guiding you from idea to launch with fast, hands-on build sessions. Week by week you will keep building your product for a problem you care about, plan features, and build an MVP. By the end, you will have a completed, publishable product for web or mobile that is live, shareable, and ready for real users. It might also end up being out and marketed. Perfect for college apps, and business pitch competitions.
Location
Thursday
Links
2727
Black & Gold Club
Technology & Engineering
zachary_s_kingman@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Nicole Sabova
Sponsor
175865@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Kingman
Meets
The Black and Gold club is for developing student-created, multi-media safety resources (e.g. QR code launched safety video clips for machinery), material inventory management systems, and machine-use scheduling systems for room 199.
Location
Monday, Lunch
Girls Who Code
Technology & Engineering
andrew.ward@mcpsmd.net
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Harshitha Poludas
Sponsor
221738@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Ward
Meets
Promote female empowerment and inclusion in computer science and also build coding skills and community as members complete coding and community oriented projects. *This club is open to all who wish to participate.
Location
TBD
Links
1303
PHS Computer Team
Technology & Engineering
Vickie_L_Hallisey@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Sponsor
pilliamwark@gmail.com; bowtamer111@gmail.com; jsb78241@gmail.com — Ms. Hallisey
Meets
Learn computer concepts that are fun & useful in programming and cybersecurity competitions
Location
Tuesdays and Wednesdays during lunch
Links
Room 1702
PHS Cyber Lab
Technology & Engineering
Vickie_L_Hallisey@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Riti Thakkar
Sponsor
ritipthakkar@gmail.com — Ms. Hallisey
Meets
PHS Cyber Lab is a club under the Computer Team that is dedicated to teaching students about cybersecurity and preparing them for competitions.
Location
Tuesdays and Wednesdays during lunch
PHS Game Dev Club
Technology & Engineering
Michael_A_Fitzgerald2@mcpsmd.org
Contact
STEM & Education
Email
Justin Lau
Sponsor
212438@mcpsmd.net — Mr. Fitzgerald
Meets
To provide a space for people to learn about video game development, join a community, and work together on different projects.
Location
Thursdays after school
Links
Cafeteria
PHS Machine Learning Club
Technology & Engineering
Vickie_L_Hallisey@mcpsmd.org
Contact
Technology & Engineering
Email
Shivum Arora
Sponsor
arorashivum@gmail.com — Ms. Hallisey
Meets
Teaching Machine Learning
Location
Tuesdays and Wednesdays during lunch