Health and Wellness

Our mission is to overcome negative thoughts about ourselves and become our best selves within a safe space.

- The club will be centered around giving students a community where they can be themselves and have a sense of belonging.

- Every member is given a journal to write positive affirmations and write what they are grateful for. This will increase self-confidence and overcome negative thoughts we have about ourselves.

- We will make personal vision boards that will help us to visualize our goals and dreams which in turn, will help us turn them into reality.

- Compliment cards-- write something positive about your peers.

Sponsor: Kimberly Feher

Student Leader: Ziva Greenblum 831266@mcpsmd.net; Amitis Fatemi 128909@mcpsmd.net

We hope to spread awareness of cancer and it's dangers to my peers. We also hope to create an environment in which people who have been affected by cancer feel free to share their personal experiences. Finally, we hope to partner with the American Cancer Society to have possible fundraisers to raise money to donate to cancer patients. 

Sponsor: Teresa Volante

Student Leader: Katerina Silvestre 134475@mcpsmd.net 

Ever since I was diagnosed with juvenile rheumatoid arthritis at the age of 9, I have experienced firsthand the challenges and struggles associated with this chronic condition. Throughout my journey, I have come to realize the importance of spreading awareness about invisible disabilities, such as arthritis, and providing support to those who are fighting, just like me.

By establishing an Arthritis Awareness Club at our high school, I aim to create a platform where students can come together to learn, share experiences, and support each other. The club would serve as a hub for raising awareness about the impact of arthritis on individuals' lives and advocating for the needs and rights of those living with invisible disabilities.

Additionally, I am passionate about organizing fundraising events to contribute to the arthritis community. These funds would be directed towards initiatives that help improve the lives of arthritis patients, such as research, medical advancements, access to treatments, and support services. 

Sponsor: Shelley Perrett

Student Leader: Mariana Morgan-Madriz  469717@mcpsmd.net 

This club works with a nonprofit organization called NEDA to provide a safe space to learn and participate in eating disorder awareness. Throughout the school year, we will participate in things like fundraisers, bake sales, NEDA events, and more. The funds we raise will support vital educational programs and resources

Email: Summer Shen 147416@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Katie Alagic

Meetings: 

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The main objectives of DASA are to educate students about the effectiveness of Narcan, the dangers of drug abuse and the impact of addiction. We will also work to ensure that all students have Narcan available and encourage MCPS to enact more anti-drug measures within the school system. We will host meetings and fundraising sessions to raise awareness and funds to be distributed towards charities dedicated to prevention of drug use amongst students and the rehabilitation of people suffering from addiction. It will also be a safe space for students to be able to open up about personal experience with addiction, either personal or in family etc. 

Sponsor: Laura Zitnik

Student Leaders Sarah Bland 124836@mcpsmd.net; Vicky Kaprielian 147550@mcpsmd.net;

Helping students learn about psychology in a fun environment. Teaching students about mental health coping mechanisms. Having students volunteer with mental health programs. Deciding on the mental health/ psychology topics quarterly to do research and analysis. Engaging in experiments after learning about new psychological tips and tricks. 

Email: Dearpsych2021@gmail.com 

Sponsor: Debra Feldman

Meetings: dates tbd, during lunch at Ms. Feldman's classroom 

Did you know that according to the American Diabetes Association, 28% of 12-19 year-olds are diagnosed with prediabetes in America? As someone who recently found out they were prediabetic, it was a scary experience since it was not on my radar and I did not know what to expect.

The mission of Diabetes 101 is to improve the lives of those who are affected by diabetes or prediabetes and to educate people who are just curious about these conditions. It is a way for everyone to learn about nutrition, lifestyle habits, prevention, insulin care, emotional wellness, exercise, etc. Diabetes 101 will provide a safe, non-judgmental environment where everyone is encouraged to participate in group discussions sharing their insights, fears, and successes. 

Student Leader: Natalie Sidawy 123198@mcpsmd.net

Sponsor: James Fishman

Meetings: Meet once a month during lunch for 20 to 30 minutes. 

The Heart to Heart club seeks to give students a safe place to speak with a peer about anything that may be troubling them. A member will be assigned to a student (maybe based on the type of issue they would like to talk about - i.e. mental health related, family related, etc.) and the student will be allowed to talk about the issue(s). Members can also suggest additional support/resources a student should use to help them more. This will allow students to feel more connected and overall will allow the student body to grow, not shying away topics that may be difficult to discuss. 

Sponsor: Genevieve Bouquet

Student Leader: Ruhi Nair 163827@mcpsmd.net 

Mental Illness Matters (previously named Psych Literacy) has goals to increase the conversation of mental illness within WCHS by means of advocacy and increasing interpersonal relationships/community amongst those struggling with mental illness themselves. By sharing DBT coping skills and opening up a period of time each month to vent, share trauma, and problem solve with one another, we strive to facilitate a beacon of wellness and an outlet of validation. We will track our progress through journaling/writing. We also attend numerous mental health promotion events like local 5Ks, walks, restaurant fundraisers, etc. 

Student Leader: Caroline Zuba 467293@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Mary Dempsey

Meetings: 

The point of our club is to provide a safe space for all individuals. It is made to be a place to provide people who feel out of place an opportunity to meet new people with similar interests (that being hello kitty/Sanrio for our club), while also being able to connect with others. We would have new crafts every meeting, allowing people to stay engaged and involved with the club. This is meant to provide a place throughout the stressful and chaotic school day where kids can hang out with peers and do hello kitty-themed crafts to have fun, helping them decrease their anxiety and stress levels. 

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Sponsor: Chris Forney

Student Leaders: Kaitlyn Ho 465724@mcpsmd.net; Erina Abouzolof 467517@mcpsmd.net 

The WCHS Self-Improvement Club (SIC) is a club that was created for all students who would like to establish a community of people looking to improve themselves in all aspects of their lives. Here, club members will have the ability to become better students, friends, athletes, etc. At SIC, we will utilize several resources from articles to books to learn how to enhance our physical, mental, and emotional well-being, all while relating lessons to current or past relevant events. If you are looking for a group of people to embark with on a journey of self-development, join our club! 

Student Leader: Amir-Abbas Yazdi

Sponsor: Emma Benitez

Meetings: We will be meeting on Friday once a month (dates will be announced)