Want to start a club or get involved? 

Students should fill out the GPHS Club Creation form. Then, Mr. Lerner, GPHS AAM, will schedule a time to meet with you about officially starting the club/organization.

As clubs are being established, check out the Athletics & Activities PPT to learn more about opportunities to get involved at Guilford Park!

On GPHS Student Canvas page, use QR code, or visit: https://tinyurl.com/GPHSActivities 

 

 

AAPIA (Asian/American Pacific Islander Association)

Description:  All inclusive club promoting all aspects of South Asian Culture. 

Meeting Information: TBD

Sponsor: Kevin_Abelmann@hcpss.org

 

African Student Association/BSAP

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Joshua_Peoples@hcpss.org and Georgette_Allsup@hcpss.org
 

Anime Club

Meeting Information: We will meet once each month during Panther Time in room 212. Dates TBD.

Description of Club: This is a club for students to watch, play, discuss, and showcase their collections of all things anime. Each monthly meeting will focus on a different anime series.

Sponsors: Jennifer_Stallings@hcpss.org
 

 (Art) National Art Honor Society

Description: The National Art Honors Society (NAHS), is an after-school art club open to any students who enjoy the process of making art and collaborating with others on projects within our school and local community.

Meeting Information: NAHS meets every Thursday after school from 2:45-3:45, in room B130.

Sponsors:  Lillian_Chun@hcpss.org and Lauren_Hall@hcpss.org 

 

Chess Club

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Brian_Schutt@hcpss.org and Michelle_Czarnecki@hcpss.org

 

Competitive Coding Club

Description: Explore programming languages and fun challenges outside of the classroom. Participate in local competitions. 

 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/18xRnN8SSPeBLUV6dEeemccU2F9DA3VRLgSIWstD5A1Q/edit?usp=sharing

Sponsors:  Elizabeth_Arbaugh@hcpss.org 

 

Cooking Club

Purpose: To experience cooking a variety of sweet and savory foods.

Meeting Frequency: Monthly on the first Tuesday of the month (October 1, November 5, December 3, January 7, February 4, March 4, April 1, May 6)

Sponsor: Lorna Browne

Suggested Donation -  $5 (to help cover the cost of ingredients)

 

Crochet Club

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Meeting Information:

Sponsors: Andrea_Shavers@hcpss.org 

 

Debate/Speech Club

Description: Students have the opportunity to practice and compete in Speech and Debate events at area competitions. Speech involves a presentation by one or two students that is judged against a similar type of presentation by others in a round of competition. Debate involves an individual or a team of students working to effectively convince a judge that their side of a resolution or topic is, as a general principle, more valid.

Meeting Times: Thursdays from 2:40-3:40 PM in room 269

 https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1SO96VfzKOTVPOc10xtQKt0jd3A67eDz8ldcO2yzTwyQ/edit?usp=sharing

Sponsor:  Allison_Miller@hcpss.org

 

Drama Club/Theater

GPHS Theater is a program for all students interested in performing and/or working behind the scenes. All interested Guilford Park students are welcome to get involved in all of the theatre department's extracurricular productions and activities, including the fall play, spring musical, improv performances, and other events. Students do not need to be enrolled in a theatre course to participate.  

Most meetings will occur after school in the Drama Room (506). Rehearsals and performances will occur in the auditorium whenever the space is available. 

For more information, visit the Theatre Department Website: https://sites.google.com/hcpss.org/gphs-theatre/home

Sponsors:  Donald_Chiarella@hcpss.org

 

Educators Rising

Description: Are you interested in the field of education? If you answered yes, educators rising might be the club for you! We work with the newly formed GPHS pre-k program to plan fun events for the youngest students at the school! We plan and coordinate bulletin boards for the GPHS student and staff population and MORE! See Ms. Biegel in room 218 to learn more. 

Meeting Information: Meet at Panther Time, before/ after school when needed!

Sponsor: rebecca_biegel@gmail.com

 

Environmental Club/Youth Climate Initiative 

Description:  This club is for anyone interested in making positive impacts on this planet we call HOME.  We put our ideas into action!  Students also have the option of working toward becoming a Certified Youth Climate Ambassador through the GPHS Chapter of YCI. (this is a more in-depth program that includes climate education, opportunities to interact with climate scientists and a chance to design and carry out an action plan.  https://youthclimateleader.org/what-we-do/

Meeting Information:  We meet once a week on Wednesdays, right after school in Mrs. Galotta's room (238)

Sponsors:  Wenona_Galotta@hcpss.org and Kayla_Hughes@hcpss.org

 

Ethics Bowl

Description: The Ethics Bowl is a speech competition where teams speak on current events and other ethical dilemmas. It is an opportunity for students interested in public speaking and improving their communication skills, as well as gaining experience, involvement, and exposure to social affairs that may be helpful in careers dealing with humanities. Our vision for our version of this club is to practice competing in this style, and eventually compete at the official Ethics Bowl competition. It is great for students who are interested in debate but would rather have a more straightforward competition set up, and it also encourages youth involvement in societal welfare.

Meeting Information:  TBD

Sponsor:  Matthew_Nuccio@hcpss.org

 

Fashion Club

Description: The club is a safe space for girls and boys who love fashion and want to show off their styles but also get styled and tips on how to pair certain clothes together.

Meeting Information:  Weekly/Panther Time

Sponsors:  Latisha_Davis-Robinson@hcpss.org and Lindsay_Satterfield@hcpss.org

 

French Club

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Sarah_Tamsen@hcpss.org 

Class of 2026 (Juniors)

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:   Meghan_Kulzer@hcpss.org and Jamie_Bullock@hcpss.org 

 

Class of 2027 (Sophomores)

Description: 

Meeting Infomation:

Sponsors:  Jeannie_Evans@hcpss.org and Stephanie_Duley@hcpss.org

 

Class of 2028 (Freshman)

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsor:  Toniann_Maniscalo@hcpss.org and Sarah_Lindquest@hcpss.org 

Healing Hands

Description:  Creating physical hand made items to be collected then sent to patients at hospitals located in Rockville and Columbia. These items can range from crotchet blankets, origami flower bouquets, generalized collages, affirmative notes/letters, etc. It’s fun, easy, and effective. Please feel welcome to join and have some fun!

Meeting Information:  Panther Time and After School

Sponsor:  Andrea_Shavers@hcpss.org 

 

HOSA (Future Heath Professionals)

Description:  HOSA is a club for students interested in healthcare. It helps members learn more about medical careers, develop leadership skills, and participate in competitions related to health sciences such as psych. neuroscience, medicine and more.

Meeting Information:  TBD

Sponsor:  Kevin_Abelmann@hcpss.org 

 

Jewish Student Union

Description:  (JSU) offers cultivating programs, education, and activities that prioritize meaningful, positive Jewish experiences. The mission is to create a welcoming environment for students from all backgrounds to learn and connect with each other, explore Jewish culture and history, and discover opportunities for community engagement.

Meeting Information:  TBD

Sponsor:  Jessica_Sharfstein@hcpss.org 

 

K-Pop Music

Description: If you're a fan of K-pop music, join our GPHS K-pop community! Meetings every Thursday after school in room 360. Club activities include sharing and viewing music/music videos, learning dances, performance opportunities, learning about Korean pop culture, group discussions, crafting activities, and much more! 

Meeting Information: TBD

Sponsor: Amanda_Stephenson@hcpss.org

 

Latino/Latina Club

Description: To provide a place for the students to express, celebrate and engage with the Latino culture at the school and to form lasting friendships, as well as gain a sense of familia. This is a bilingual club(Spanish and English).

We will meet every other week during Panther time in Room 272

Nombre del Club- Panther Latino Club

Para proporcionar un lugar para que los estudiantes expresen, celebren e interactúen con la cultura latina en la escuela y formen amistades duraderas, así como también adquirir un sentido de familia. Este es un club bilingüe (español e inglés).

Nos reuniremos cada dos semanas durante el tiempo de Panther en la habitación 272.

Sponsors:  Lindsey_Miles@hcpss.org and Evelyn_Chaverini@hcpss.org

 

MESA

Description: MESA stands for Math Engineering Science Achievement. Improve your technical and communication skills by working with a team on solutions to real world problems. Compete against other high schools in the county with your ideas. Learn to make professional digital presentations of your scientific and technical work. Everyone is welcome. Sponsored by Johns Hopkins APL. 

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1VLDYZqNy31yp80FLtz5LKQx5RVW2D4Q68-DNqV3bkTw/edit?usp=sharing

Meeting Information: Thursdays after school in room 256

Sponsors:  Elizabeth_Arbaugh@hcpss.org

 

Math Team

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Matthew_Braddock@hcpss.org

 

Newspaper and Yearbook Writing

Description: Students will work with the journalism and yearbook students to write stories to be included in our newspaper and yearbook. If students cannot stay after school but still want to write stories, they can see Mrs. Miller in room 269 for a Panther Time pass to get story assignments and learn more.

Meeting Times: Select Wednesdays from 2:40-3:40 PM in room 244

Sponsors:  Allison_Miller@hcpss.org 

 

New Student Ambassadors

Description: Students who provide school tours and support for new transfer students as they arrive at GPHS. 

Meeting Information: Participation varies and is dependent on new student enrollment. Students interested in leadership opportunities to plan support for new students attend meetings scheduled during Panther Time. 

Sponsor: Kim_Wade@hcpss.org 

 

Panther Planners

Description:   It is a club where students join to share fun ideas they may have for the new school. This idea came due to the fact that this school is new since this is the first year we are trying to create "traditions" and just make this a better environment. This club can help by incorporating all students ideas on how or school is ran (not just 1 specific class).

Meetings:  Bi-Weekly during Panther Time

Sponsor:  Suzanne_Alonzon@hcpss.org

 

Plant Haven

Meeting Information: We will meet once each quarter during Panther Time in room 212 and as needed for special events after school. Dates TBD.

Description of Club: This is a club for students who appreciate houseplants and botanical aesthetics. We will meet to showcase, exchange, grow, and propagate houseplants. We will hold occasional after-school meetings related to outdoor plant appreciation

Sponsor:  Jennifer_Stallings@hcpss.org

 

POMS

Description:  A dance performance group primarily focused in the winter season half time performances of basketball games.

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Heather_Haffey@hcpss.org 

 

SAGA/GSA

Description:GSA/SAGA (Gender-Sexuality Alliance/Sexuality and Gender Alliance) is a student organization, intended to provide a safe and supportive environment for LGBTQ+ youth and their allies. In our safe space, we will focus on engagement, inclusion, education, and advocacy to make GPHS an amazing place for LGBTQ+ students!

Meeting Information: Room 210 (Ms, Campbell's Room) - 1st meeting 10.4.23 during Panther time

Sponsors:  Liz_Campbell@hcpss.org and Kayla_Hughes@hcpss.org and Issac_Helriegel@hcpss.org

 

Scholars Leadership Program

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors: Douraine_Donaldson@hcpss.org 

 

Skateboarding Club

Description:  

The Guilford Park Skateboarding Club offers students a space to gather and talk about their shared interest in skateboarding and skate culture, watch skateboarding videos, and engage with the community positively as skateboarders. Students interested in joining may currently enjoy skateboarding or have a general interest in the practice—all are welcome! The club will meet during Panther Time in Room 212.

Sponsor:  Stephen_Perraud@hcpss.org

 

Student Government (SGA)

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Amanda_Stephenson@hcpss.org and Angeline_Kuh@hcpss.org

 

Swim Club (HCPSS Independent Club with a School Component)

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsor:  Holly_Norman@hcpss.org

 

Tri-M (Music Honor Society)

Description:  Tri-M is a national honor society for music students. It is a proram of the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), which focuses on creating future leaders in music education and advocacy. It is a way for our dedicated music students to give back to their community through music. 

Meeting Information:  TBD

Sponsor:  Lindsay_Satterfield@hcpss.org 

 

Wellness Club

Description:

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Diann_Rocha@hcpss.org 

 

Women's Health Club

Description:  Spread awareness and provide support for the different health complications women may face. In doing so, we plan to teach students of GPHS about these health issues, preventative care, and then support women and organizations who fight against these issues

Meeting Information:  TBD

Sponsor:  Rebecca_Cooper@hcpss.org

 

Youth Climate

Description:  

Meeting Information:

Sponsors:  Kayla_Hughes@hcpss.org and Wenona_Galotta@hcpss.org 

 

Youth For Christ

Description:  Exploring the application of the gospel in everyday life.  

Meeting Information:  Panther Time, Room 204

Sponsor:  Toniann_Maniscalo@hcpss.org