Activism

Churchill High School Democrats aims to prepare the next generation of Liberal and Progressive minds. Through workshops, guest speakers and visits, and activities like canvassing or electioneering, club participants will learn how to discuss todays most pressing issues, and how to deal with them. Churchill HS Dems also provides students with a large national chapter, where students can connect with likeminded Democrats of high school age. High School Democrats is an official branch of the Democratic party, and students who choose to go into national leadership are given the chance to attend the DNC in the summer of an election year.

Student Representative: Samir Ahmed 10021237@mcpsmd.net

Sponsor: Ms. Sandy Young

Eco MoCo Churchill is a chapter of the national student-led organization, Eco MoCo, that focuses on advocating for the environment in local communities while fostering a platform for leadership. Eco MoCo Churchill hosts trash pickups, give environmental presentations at Elementary Schools, and educates students about climate change. Through Eco MoCo Churchill, students will not only make a positive change in the Churchill community, but also develop leadership skills such as public speaking, event planning, organization, and more while advocating for a greener planet. In addition, students will gain access to a national network of environmental student leaders and numerous opportunities through Eco MoCo. 

Student Leader: Rachel Shen 216867@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Maria Khodayari

Club Meeting Day: Last Thursday of the month 11:05 am

Club Meeting Location: Rm 236

EmpowHer is a club dedicated to empowering young women and girls in MCPS. We want to give women the opportunity to have leadership roles and have their voices be heard. We provide a safe space for discussing current issues and sharing ideas as a team. We also organize charity drives and donations to support women and girls in need. Join us in making MCPS an equitable and empowering place for her!

Student Leader:  Sabeera Ismail 194571@mcpsmd.net, Maya Nair 221913@mcpsmd.net

Sponsor: Ms. Olivia Henry

Club Meeting Day: Every other Wednesday

Club Meeting Location: Room 236 (2nd Half of Lunch)

Instagram: wchs.empowher

Student Representative: TBD

Club Sponsor: Dr. Lafaye Howard

Paws for a Cause is an animal rights student club that inspires empathy for all living beings through raising awareness/education of animal rights issues, increasing student activism, supporting community outreach, fundraising to help animals locally and internationally, and engaging in club activities that support animal welfare. 

Sponsor: Rachel Sonnenberg

Student Contact: Sienna Friedson 169968@mcpsmd.net

Club Meeting Day: Tuesday 11:15 am

Club Meeting Location: Rm 211