Science and Technology

The 3D Design Club strives to spread interest for 3D Computer Aided Design (CAD) and allows interested students the opportunity to learn how to design and manufacture their designs. Members will be given the chance to participate in various projects throughout the year that will help build and practice design skills. Members will be able to design using Onshape, along with various other softwares (Fusion 360, Cura, etc.). Member-made designs can be manufactured (using 3D printer, resin printer, etc.), also allowing members to learn how to prepare and operate various manufacturing machines. 

Student Leader: Catherine Qu 470256@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Yuri Achille

The Anatomy and Physiology Club aims to educate members on human anatomy and physiology through student-led lessons and hands-on activities. At each meeting, members will learn about the different anatomical structures of the body and their functions. Additionally, members will participate in various labs to further expand on their existing biology knowledge, and will also be provided with access to various medical opportunities. 

Student Leader: Leah Takamatsu 266209@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Kristofer Sanz

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In the Architecture Club, members work together to complete a project to submit to the ACE CIRT Design Competition. We are given multiple prompts to choose one from and to design a piece of architecture to fulfill that prompt. We also have the opportunity to participate in other fun activities like a National Gingerbread House-Building Competition and a Bridge-Building Competition. 

Student Leader: Catherine Qu 470256@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Isaac McElheny

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The Churchill Biology Club is a well-established community of students with an interest or passion for biology regardless of age or experience. The Churchill Biology Club is committed to providing academic support for students taking all levels of biology, administering the USA Biology Olympiad (USABO) to students, providing lab experience, internship and academic opportunities, potential guest speakers, journal clubs, cold-email advice, biology resume building, and more to our members. Sign up today for tutoring, an opportunity to take the USABO, and more! 

Student Leader: Nora Hill 468204@mcpsmd.net   

Sponsor: James Doffermyre

Meetings: once a month, the third Friday of every month, in room 130B during lunch. 

Google Classroom: b5kna5h 

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Churchill Competitive Coding Club introduces students to algorithms and other concepts related to competitive programming. At each meeting, members will spend time learning topics and solving coding problems individually and as a team. Members can also prepare and participate in coding contests such as the United States of America Computing Olympiad (USACO) and the American Computer Science League (ACSL). Beginners are welcome!

Sign up!: https://bit.ly/wchscoding-signup

Discord: https://discord.gg/b4eVD6n5A7

Google Classroom: https://bit.ly/wchscoding-classroom

Website: https://wchscoding.live

Student Leader: Kevin Peng 469198@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Katherine Pomeroy

Meetings: Thursdays during Lunch in Room 250 (Pomeroy) 

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The goal of this club is to learn about computers as they affect our modern society. This club will be aimed towards learning about not so much coding approaches, but learning about different jobs and systems in a computer. Some actions we will be having are guest speakers talking about what they do for their computer science-related job. 

Student Leader: Dhilan Shah 470784@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Monica Malanoski

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This clubs mission is to connect students in our community and educate each other on technology and how we can use it to help others. 

Student Leader: Sridatt Sastry 131992@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Rebecca Smith

The Churchill Environmental Club is a club dedicated to attacking various environmental issues, and promoting environmental awareness within our community. With student incentive, and volunteering, we believe we can make real change in our community, regarding environmental issues. We can find problems, and bring local solutions, working with partner organizations to make this change happen within our community. We also participate in many environmental science competitions. 

Student Leader: Ishaan Samantray 129261@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Mahnoosh Farsaii

Our mission is to teach students about different fields of dentistry as well as educate students on the proper maintenance of your teeth. This club is steered towards students who have an interest in becoming a dentist in the future, but anyone can join if they are interested in anything that has to do with dentistry! 

Student Leader: Viktoriya Voloshyna

Sponsor: Paul Jacobson

Meetings: Every 2nd Tuesday of the month (every month until the end of the school year) 

The Global Health and Biotechnology Club is aimed to educate students that are interested in global/public health, virology, and biotech. Students that join this club will get an idea of what it's like to work in the Global Health atmosphere, and how to be involved now and in the future. Additionally, you will get a thorough idea of biotech and how it has been implemented in the present and how it could be in the future. Throughout the year, we will host guest speakers from professional backgrounds, conduct projects and SSL opportunities, and possibly include an introduction to competitions and/or larger scale projects. 

Student Leader:  Anil Trevor 296809@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Rebecca Smith

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Our mission is to combat greenhouse gasses by advocating for policies that reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promoting renewable energy sources, fostering sustainable agriculture practices, and educating communities about the impacts of climate change. We aim to inspire individuals to make eco-friendly lifestyle changes and businesses to adopt sustainable practices. Our goal is to create a future where humans live in harmony with nature, ensuring a healthy planet for generations to come. 

Student Leader: Peyton Goldman 132148@mcpsmd.net

Sponsor: Emma Benitez

Meetings: The first Tuesday of every month, the beginning of lunch. 

HOSA - Future Health Professionals is an esteemed school club dedicated to preparing students for careers in the healthcare industry through participation in competitive events. With chapters across the globe, HOSA offers a comprehensive experience that combines theoretical knowledge with practical application. Through leadership development opportunities, competitive events, professional development resources, community service initiatives, and networking avenues, HOSA equips its members with the necessary skills, knowledge, and passion to excel in healthcare. This dynamic club fosters teamwork, cultivates leadership qualities, and instills a commitment to community service, empowering students to become future leaders in the ever-evolving world of healthcare. 

Student Leader: Benjamin Wu 204290@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Mahnoosh Farsaii

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The main objective of the club to inform students about the rapidly-developing field of computer science, in particular the applications of machine learning and data analysis in artificial intelligence, laboratory research, finance, and various other fields. We hope to accomplish this through various information sessions conducted by both student and guest speakers who are knowledgeable in specific aspects. In addition, to inspire students to pursue a future career involving machine learning, we will regularly post articles and other pieces of literature that may appeal to their interests in science. 

Student Leader: David Yao 130586@mcpsmd.net

Sponsor: Jonathan Lee

Meetings: The club will be in operation from January to June 2024. We will meet approximately once a month on Fridays. 

The My Own Climate Change (MOCC) Club’s mission is to help kids and adults better understand how Climate Change will affect them personally. If we all “Think Global and Think Local” when it comes to Climate Change, then people will take actions to reduce energy use and greenhouse gas emissions. MOCC Club will do this through both education and advocacy. MOCC Club plans to either help prepare a virtual educational conference or present a formal MOCC session at the MCPS Youth Climate Summit. MOCC Club will also meet with local and State representatives to ask them to support efforts to reduce and mitigate Greenhouse Gas emissions wherever possible. MOCC Club will have guest speakers at some meetings. 

Student Leader: Lila Gottenberg 470416@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Mary McGehee

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The Quantum Computing Club's initiative is to promote a better understanding of the fundamental ideas of Quantum Mechanics and how they may be applied to Computer Science, along with how quantum computing may revolutionize our digital world.

Join us to learn about quantum computing, get hands-on experience building quantum circuits, and learn about the careers and paths that the field has to offer. 

churchillquantum.com  

member sign-up form- https://forms.gle/fcFWVRQ6WQSvtY2F7 

Student Leader: Arvin Adeli 468328@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor:Katherine Pomeroy

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We focus on teaching interested members the basics of Roblox Studio as an introduction for future game development. 

Student Leaders: Xichen Song 10025965@mcpsmd.net; Ario Davarya 127470@mcpsmd.net; Ronit Chattaraj 129839@mcpsmd.net

Sponsor: Yuri Achille

Meetings: Every Tuesday of each week 

Science Competition and Research Club is a club dedicated to engrossing students with a passion for biotechnology, the environment, and STEM in academic competitions and student group-designed projects. In this competitive club, students will research these topics and present and compete in various competitions for different cash prizes and awards.

Student Leader: Austin Moon 132388@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Mahnoosh Farsaii

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Churchill STEM Club gets students interested in STEM. Anyone can come hang out, learn new skills, build projects, and work together. Topics we're hoping to cover include: computer programming, robotics (through the FTC robotics competition), web design, and cybersecurity. We have member-driven projects like games, apps, and websites. We're also planning on doing FTC, a robotics competition where teams design, build and code a robot, hackathons (where teams create programming projects with limited time and compete in several categories), CTFs (cybersecurity competitions), and others! All levels are welcome — you don't need to be a pro at coding to join STEM Club! For more information, see the intro video or visit our website at www.wchsstem.club. [ ✅ JOIN: www.bit.ly/join-wchsstem] 

Student Leader: Tyler Song 10012317@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Marla Rudnick

Meetings: Tuesdays & Fridays, Lunch - Location TBA 

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Our mission is re-purposing recyclable materials into art and auctioning it off and giving the proceeds to environmental charities. This is a learning experience that can encourage people to save the environment by recycling waste and turning it into something useful. 

Student Leader: Sophia Knowles 133675@mcpsmd.net 

Sponsor: Jacob Stidham

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Our mission is to provide all students at Churchill with the opportunity to learn about and engage with physics. There is also a possibility for students to become members of the Society for Physics Students depending on their eligibility. 

Student Leader: Yoi Shimoji-Fricke

Sponsor: Jennifer Czaplicki