Targeting African-American males in grades 9 - 12, the Alpha Achievers is an education program of the Howard County, Maryland Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. It fosters a positive learning environment in order to facilitate students’ pursuit of excellence by attaining, maintaining and exceeding a 3.0 grade point average. The minimum requirement for membership is a 3.0 GPA. The program also seeks to encourage and motivate those students who have less than a 3.0 grade point average to strive toward it.

The purpose of this club is to provide a place for artists and non-artists alike to work on or improve their drawing skills as well as give them the new challenges of animating the characters they create.

Typically meet on Friday's 2:15-3:15 in media center

The purpose of the Art for All club is to provide students with a designated time to enjoy and pursue art, whether physically or digitally.This is a great way to relax and enjoy your passion with fellow peers of Atholton High School.

This club will meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday after school in room F178

This club is a place for students to collaborate, choreograph, and teach asian dance with other students who share the same interest. The club will present different styles of asian dance including Mongolian, Dye, Classical, etc... This club is for students who have a desire to learn different cultures and styles of dance in a welcoming environment.

Geopolitical club is to inform students to discuss geopolitical events around the world. This includes politics of foreign nations. This club is opened to all students.

Students at Atholton will be able to share the issues that they care about with the club. Students in the club will learn about issues in which other students are passionate about. Students will learn how to evaluate charities and organizations. Students will gain valuable experience by participating in fundraisers and creating positive change. Students in Atholton will learn from posters or other awareness raising means about important issues and what they can do to help.  

Best Buddies International is a nonprofit organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).  Meetings are held in Room F189.

The botany club is for all students who have in interest in nature and plants. We will discuss ways to facilitate positive change in our environment by having fun activities focusing on plants and nature.

This club will meet on the 1st Monday of every month after school and a few selected Raider Times in room G125.

The purpose of the Caribbean Student Union (CSU) is to provide students with a unique opportunity to engage in meaningful and beneficial activities that are often overlooked by society. By allowing students to participate in a variety of activities, the CSU will actively promote positive change and empower individuals to make a difference.

This club will meet on selected Raider Times in the JROTC room. Please contact Sgt Useeth Davis at Useeth_Davis@hcpss.org for more information.

The Christian Student Union is an organization dedicated to colloborating with other students of Christian faith in a safe and comfortable environment. The Union will have elaborate discussions and reflections on Christian practices, beliefs, and the Bible.

The club will meet after school in room D165 on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month

 A club for anyone interested in coding, game design, 3D modeling, Android development and, LAN Gaming and anything else related to computer science. Open to all students.

The purpose of the Crochet and Knitting Club is for the members to make fun and exciting crochet and knitting items. Additionally, many items that are made within the club can be donated to various community organizations.  This is a great way to meet other students at Atholton that have common interests.
 

Anyone interested in helping with the behind the scenes activities of the plays and concerts please feel free to join this club. This club will assist with building sets and constructing pieces of equipment to aid in the production of the plays and concerts at Atholton HS.

The equestrian club will meet to discuss issues surrounding the riding of horses, care and safety of horses. It is important to note that this club will not participate in riding horses as the AHS equestrian club. Individuals may participate as individuals.

Discuss ways this club can support community efforts in ensuring that all people will have access to food.

The FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) Robotics Competition (FRC) was founded to promote math, science, and engineering by engaging high school students in a “varsity sport for the mind.” Atholton High School Team 2537, known as Space RAIDers, is one of over 5000 FIRST Robotics Competition (FRC) teams participating in this rigorous and exciting program. Our mission is to inspire young people to succeed in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) fields by providing an experience which inspires technical innovation and fosters well-rounded life capabilities, including self-confidence, communication, and leadership. Each year, we build robots weighing up to 120 pounds that can complete a task, which changes every year. Teams are given design guidelines and the game details at the beginning of January and are given six weeks to construct a competitive robot that can operate autonomously (no human control) as well as when guided by wireless controls to accomplish the game’s tasks.
 

Société Honoraire de Français. The purpose of this organization is to recognize students with a high level of comprehension and interest of the French language. The members of French Honor Society will be students who are enrolled in French 3 or above, with a cumulative 3.5 GPA previous to membership and 3.0 after being inducted. Students must remain in French after being inducted (complete French 4/5). Student members will be required to complete five hours of service.

The purpose of the club is to bring together innovation, responsibility, business, and financial knowledge to students and those participating in the club. Students will have the chance to develop vocational skills and expand their knowledge of different career opportunities. Career competency will also be established among participants, learning what all is involved in different career paths, how to achieve their goals in a specific career, and how to innovate and strategize new and useful business tactics. FBLA allows students to strengthen their confidence, creating projects and sales pitches; learning to not only develop ideas, but also how to present them and relay their thoughts and thought process.

The Green School Club empowers students to think about and explore ways to support the "green" movement. Activities will include educating AHS students and staff members the importance of being environemntally friendly.

The Hispanic is a club for AHS students of Hispanic/Latino descent and for other students who are interested. Our goal is to provide an environment that fosters community building among Hispanic students and reinforces a positive ethnic identity. We will promote academic achievement and higher education through fun and informative activities throughout the year. Come join us!

The Interact Club is a service club that will help students receive service hours that are needed to graduate. This club will help develop leadesrhip, interpersonal and communication skills that are needed in the work force. The goal of the club is to help students discover the power of service above self. We want studenst to have fun while volunteering their time.

This club will meet every 2nd and 4th Wednesday during Raider Time or virtually.

This club is for individuals who have an interest in financial literacy, learning about the market and the driving forces behind the economy.

First and third Thursdays after school Room C130

The purpose of the Jazz Ensemble is to expose students to different styles and time periods of jazz through performance at Atholton HS Music Department concerts and National Competitions.

Members of the Key Club perform community services, such as cleaning up parks, collecting clothing and organizing food drives. Key Club is an internationally recognized service organization that is sponsored by Kiwanis. Leadership opportunities exist not only as club leaders, president, vice-president, etc., but each fundraising and service project also has its own organizer that leads the project. We also encourage members to organize outside activities and invite fellow members to participate.

Do you enjoy watching K-dramas? Do you enjoy listening to K-pop?  Do you want to enjoy these Korean cultures without subtitles? Then this is the right place for you to start! The purpose of the Korean Club is to spread the Korean language to all who wish to learn the language of Korea. Whether you are a Korean descendant or not, all are welcome to partake in our weekly lessons and have fun in the process. We meet every Tuesday from 2:15 to 3:10 in room D164. We hope to see you all there! 
Sponsor: Mrs. Hawkins
Meeting Schedule: Every Tuesday from 2:15 to 3:10
Location: D164
 

This is a unique club where participants will engage in the production of a TV show at Atholton HS. Students will use creative ideas, music, video, acting and writing skills to inform the Atholton community of current events.

This club will meet during Raider Time and Wednesdays after school in the media center.

Math Team is a member of Howard County Math League (HCML) and participates in eight HCML competitions each year. Our focus is to practice high level mathematics problems to prepare for Howard County Math Team competitions. Math Team allows students to engage in friendly interaction with other students from XX High School, as well as the other high schools in Howard County. The students become engaged in higher-level critical thinking and problem solving skills, while at the same time helping XXHS in competition against neighboring schools in the county. All students are welcome to join, as there is no mathematical prerequisite for membership. Mathematical topics covered will range from Algebra 1/Data Analysis through Trigonometry.

Students will have the ability to particpiate in rehearsed trial to learn about the legal system and court procedures. Students will learn valauble skills such as public speaking, argumentation and critical thinking skills.

Will meet on Tuesdays after school room C138

The purpose of this club is to start conversations about mental health among student athletes. The club will also work towards the stigma of "just push through it" mentality. This club will create a space where student athletes can feel comfortable to talk and learn about mental health in a safe and open environment.

Club will meet 3rd Tuesday of the month in room A107

Mission Statement: The Muslim Student Union aims to educate our community by sharing the young Muslim-American experience in an effort to address the negative stereotypes of Muslims, while addressing Islamophobia.
Vision Statement: The Muslim Student Union aims to bring together individuals from all backgrounds that work collaboratively to accomplish each year’s charity mission and educate our community about Islam.

In order to be a member of the Math Honor Society, you must meet certain expectations set forth by the school. This group is dedicated to iinspiring an interest in mathematics, developing strong scholarship in the subject, and promoting the enjoyment of mathematics in high school.
 

The purpose of the club is to discuss mental health in our school community, encourage students to seek help for themselves and friends, promote the development of healthy habits and coping skills, and break societal and cultural stigmas associated with mental health.

POMS is a group of competitive dancers that perform during football and basketball half-time shows. Our Team also competes in competitions across the area during the winter season. Tryouts for the new team are held each year in May.

This club will be focused on building and testing working model rockets.

Scholars Leadership Program (SLP) formerly Delta Scholars

Primarily geared towards African American females, The Scholars Leadership Program (formerly known as Delta Scholars), is a community service-based honor society seeking to develop leadership skills, promote academic excellence, and empower African American females in grades 10 through 12 in Howard County Public School System. The membership requirement is an unweighted GPA of 3.0 or higher and prior community service experience would be great. The group is sponsored by the Columbia (MD) Alumnae Chapter of the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., an African American sorority, in partnership with the Howard County Public School System.
Advisor: Mikayla Lee mikayla_lee@hcpss.org
Mikayla Lee | English Teacher | Mikayla_Lee@hcpss.org

Applications will be accepted from Wednesday, June 8th through Friday, September 9th, 2022.
If needed, hard copies of the paperwork can be picked up in room C153.
Application link: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1m32wnoJOtRaVsOmTHFeaQaNsHCO81rDr/copy?usp=sharing&ouid=101159001832565424479&rtpof=true&sd=tru
Teacher Recommendation Link: https://forms.gle/SiRF7NQyAFmrC49cA

The Atholtn HS Student Government Association aims to bring students from every organization in the school together, to provide a voice for the student body of AHS, and to provide opportunities to develop student leadership skills through school and community service. The Student Government Association is a group that plans and runs school events.  Students who have a 2.0 GPA as well as a signed petition by thirty (30) peers and teachers can run for an office by giving a speech in front of the entire grade level class. Students may apply to join when applications are released - most often in the spring for the following school year and sometimes in the fall for the current school year. Students who submit an application will be interviewed by the current SGA executive board.  We coordinate and organize school-wide events to encourage and promote school community and spirit like Planning Spirit Weeks, Pep Rallys, School Fundraising, and Dances.

The Social Studies National Honor Society is the only national organization for high school juniors and seniors that recognizes excellence in the field of social studies. This club provides provides national recognition for our outstanding students, and encourages an interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the social studies.

The Spanish National Honor Society is an academic honor society focused on Spanish language excellence in secondary education and promotes a continuity of interest in Spanish studies.

The Stress Less Club's mission is to give students an opportunity to learn how to decrease stress. In the past, we have had the school psychologist discuss ways to decrease stress during mid year exams.  The students have a club meeting about social activities to decrease stress such as baking cookies, aromatherapy, and coloring.  In the past, students have made blankets for the Lionus project. 

The purpse of the Studenst for Sustainability will be to educate fellow students on environmental issues and the importance of susatinability. The club will discuss sustainable alternatives to daily living.

This club will meet twice a month (dates TBD) in Ms. Wasson's room (A102). For more information please contact Ms. Wasson.

The purpose of this cub is to privide anopportunity for all students to learn more about the sport of tennis. It is a great way to meet new people.

Meets on Thursdays after school in 1st Serhgenat Davis room (JROTC)

The purpose of this club is to give students the opportunity to build a strong, fun, and safe community through volleyball. It will help students have a better understanding of volleyball and build upon skills. This club will be open to all students and will require a physical and wiaver.

Meets: 2nd & 4th Thursdays after school and on seleted Raider Time sessions

Location: C152

Yearbook is a “club” that is an actual class you take during the school day. In this class, you have the responsibility for creating and publishing the current year’s edition of Impressions, Atholton High School’s Yearbook! You must be enrolled in Yearbook I, II, III, or IV to participate. Level III and IV of the course earns an Honors level credit. This course is open to all grade levels.