Extracurriculars & Clubs
Mock Trial (HS only)
Description:
Students compete against other schools arguing a assigned case. Students play the role of either a witness or attorney. Requires weekly time commitment to analyze case, build an argument and practice roles prior to competition.
This is a highly competitive program requiring dedication and responsibility to be successful.
Advisor & Contact:
Debra Avery / averd001@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Monday, Wednesday, and Sunday 7:00-8:30PM
Model UN (HS only)
Description:
Students simulate the United Nations by joining committees, writing position papers and debating resolutions to real world problems. This club requires a commitment to attend the Model UN Conference at Yale University to represent HMTCA and your assigned country in committee. Public speaking is a required skill.
Advisor & Contact:
Debra Avery / averd001@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Wednesday 11:30-12:30 then increasing times closer to conference.
Black Student Union (HS only)
Description:
The Black Student Union is a High School Club that is open to all High School students. The purpose of this organization is as follows:
To enlighten and enrich appreciation for African American history and culture among the student body at HMTCA.
To create a greater awareness and access to historically black post-secondary options for students.
To increase awareness about the issues that African Americans face today.
To promote a positive image of Black students and teachers
To bring our HMTCA student body closer together.
Advisor & Contact:
Mary Munson-Bedard / munsm001@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
2:50 - 3:50 pm, day of the week varies
Google Classroom code: yank3qh
Girls Club (HS only)
Description:
Social group where we discuss issues central to being a young woman. In non-covid we do community service projects.
Advisor & Contact:
Melissa Cavanaugh / cavam002@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Thursdays during advisory
Google Classroom code: tfusvrk
Everything In Between
Description:
A club where everyone is welcome and supported no matter how you identify.
Advisor & Contact:
Tiffany Moyer-Washington / washt001@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Wednesdays 12pm
Google Classroom code: 2gsdrq4
Yearbook
Description:
A club with a mission: to create a yearly visual story of the students, activities and performances of HMTCA.
Advisor & Contact:
Lex Lalande / lalaa001@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Wednesdays 12pm
Ancient World Discovery Club
Description:
Explore the cool history of the Ancient Worlds through activities and discoveries! Together with Trinity College professors and students, we will engage in lots of different activities that bring the Ancient World to our modern senses!
Club participants who finish activities will receive a Certificate of Participation from Trinity College. Great on your application for NJHS, NHS, high school or college!
Advisor & Contact:
Carrie Keena / caroline.keena@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Mondays OR Fridays 2:50-3:50pm
AWDC Google Classroom Code: a7cqrxq
Phoenix Players (HS only)
Description:
Looking to stage THE WOLVES for a May streaming performance!
Advisor & Contact:
Sharon FitzHenry-VanDine / fitzs002@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
M/Tu/Th 2:45-4:30
Phoenix Players Google Classroom Code: ejw55iv
Phoenix Post (School Newspaper)
Description:
School Newspaper
Advisor & Contact:
Mrs. Moyer-Washington / washt001@hartfordschools.org and Mr. Joseph / pierre.joseph@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Tuesday and Thursday during Advisory
Phoenix Players Google Classroom Code: TBA
Kahoot! Club
Description:
This club seeks the thrill of competition in conjunction with trivia knowledge of any and all topics. We use Kahoot as our platform and is solely student run. Come join for good discussion with student choice on topics.
Advisor & Contact:
Kelly Pike / pikek001@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Fridays 3:30-4:30
Kahoot! Google Classroom Code: 75d2uhz
Debate Team (MS only)
Description:
Discussing and arguing different issues going on in the world today as well as some lighter topics. There are also opportunities to compete against other teams across the state!
Advisor & Contact:
Tim Roarty / timothy.roarty@hartfordschools.org
Typical Time/Date of Meetings:
Monday and Thursday at 3:30-4:30PM
Kahoot! Google Classroom Code: w4gfqcl