Clubs and Organizations
AAPI Heritage Club
Sponsor: Mr. Oscar Ramos
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursdays at lunch -- Location: Room 330
Group Description: A club focused on creating a space for students of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage to support each other academically, explore their community, and share Asian and Pacific Islander culture with QOHS.
American Sign Language Club/Honor Society
Sponsor: Darlene Combs
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch- Various days- Will be announced -- Location: Room 218
Group Description: Promote Deaf Awareness and support the Deaf community. Engage in cultural events which benefit the Deaf community and build awareness amongst high school students at QOHS.
Asian Culture Club
Sponsor: Jennifer Yang
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays at lunch biweekly -- Location: portable 14
Group Description: This club provides a welcoming, inclusive space for students to connect, foster understanding, build community, and share experiences related to Asian and Asian American identity.
Best Buddies
Sponsor: Kimberly Menefee
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: first Tuesday of every month - after school -- Location: in front of school
Group Description: Activities and events at the nearby Katherine Thomas School
Bio Olympiad
Sponsor: John Lanham
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch, dates to be determined -- Location: room 323E
Group Description: Inspire life science students and prepare them for the Bio Olympiad competition.
Birthday Cakes 4 Free
Sponsor: Sydney Vincenty
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesday's at lunch - Once a month -- Location: Room 125
Group Description: Birthday Cakes 4 Free Maryland (BC4F) is a nonprofit organization that bakes, decorates, and delivers free birthday cakes to financially and socially disadvantaged children and seniors.
Black Student Union (Bsu)
Sponsor: Mr. Woodly
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at lunch -- Location: Room 320
Group Description: Black Student Unions (BSU) is a vital resource and support network for QO students. This organization plays a crucial role in fostering a sense of community, advocating for social justice, promoting cultural awareness, and empowering Black students to succeed academically and personally.
Bring Change 2 Mind
Sponsor: Shelli Hill
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays at Lunch 1 or 2 times a month -- Location: Room 102
Group Description: Help end stigma around mental health and provide a safe space for students.
Calligraphy Club
Sponsor: Jasmine Ward
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Once a month during lunch -- Location: 228E
Group Description: Join our calligraphy club! Meetings will consist of teaching our members how to do calligraphy and afterwards we will do a series of fun projects to improve our calligraphy skills.
Catholic Student Group
Sponsor: Darlene Combs
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursdays -- Location: 218
Group Description: Discuss our Catholic faith and how to live it out in the world
Chess
Sponsor: Mrs. Short
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays during lunch -- Location: 344
Group Description: Play chess with others
Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy
Sponsor: Rosie Justilien
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Alternating Wednesdays -- Location: Rm. 232
Group Description: The Chick-fil-A Leader Academy is a national service program and an extremely fun interactive club where members learn leadership skills to impact the community through hands on service projects.
Chrone'S Disease Awareness
Sponsor: Sydney Vincenty
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays, Lunch time -- Location: Room 125
Group Description: The Crohn’s Disease Awareness Club is dedicated to educating students and staff about Crohn’s disease. The club aims to raise awareness, support those affected, and promote understanding through discussions, events, and fundraising activities. Members work together to create a more informed and compassionate school community while supporting research and advocacy efforts.
Clay Club
Sponsor: Heather Domeier
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday and Thursday at lunch and afterschool -- Location: 117
Group Description: To practice ceramics and clay processes and build community around shared interests.
Cougar Minds Matter
Sponsor: Kimberly Menefee
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 9.2.25 and every Tuesday -- Location: Room 234
Group Description: Discusses Mental Health challenges and address healthy coping skills.
Debate Team
Sponsor: Karen Jones
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays at Lunch -- Location: Portable 10
Group Description: Prepare to engage in Public Forum debates
Deca Business Club
Sponsor: Jennifer Yang
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays at lunch (biweekly) -- Location: portable 14
Group Description: student organization that prepares high school and college students for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. Members develop skills through competitive events, including roleplays and written business projects, online business simulations, and leadership programs, preparing them for leadership roles and entrepreneurial ventures.
FBLA
Sponsor: Andrea Lo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays at lunch -- Location: P9
Group Description: A club meant to unite and inspire future leaders
Fellowship Of Christian Athletes (Fca)
Sponsor: Rebecca Yu, Katherine (Kakia) Hall
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays at lunch -- Location: room 220
Group Description: a time for students to gather and discuss their faith and how it applies to their lives
Game Dev Club
Sponsor: Rockwood
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursdays and Fridays during lunch -- Location: 302B
Group Description: Playing, Analyzing, and Making Games!
Gavel Club
Sponsor: Karen Jones
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Sept 19th - lunch -- Location: P10
Group Description: Service Organization
Gear For Good
Sponsor: Lisa Farrow
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays and Lunch -- Location: Portable 12
Group Description: We help make athletics available to all kids by collecting gently used sports equipment and donating them to underprivileged athletes and communities so all can participate in sports. We partner with Leveling the Playing Field for distribution of donated equipment.
Girls Who Code
Sponsor: Colleen Adams
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch - Every other Thursday -- Location: 128
Group Description: Girls Who Code is dedicated to creating a space where girls and non-binary students can explore computer science with confidence and support. The QO chapter works to break down gender barriers in tech through teaching coding basics, hands-on projects, tutoring, and mentorship. More than just a coding club, it is a community that fosters creativity, leadership, and the belief that everyone belongs in computer science.
Heart To Heart
Sponsor: Mrs. Pintar
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Once a month during lunch -- Location: Room 332
Group Description: Club focused on educating students on cardiac health, and how to avoid cardiac events
Hearts For Heroes
Sponsor: Andrea Lo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday at lunch -- Location: P9
Group Description: Organizes care packages for military and first responders
Horticulture Club
Sponsor: Kelly Miller
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 1-2 Per Month at lunch. -- Location: 340
Group Description: Students grow, and care for plants that will be sold in seasonal fundraisers. They work in the classroom and the greenhouse.
HOSA
Sponsor: Lisa Short
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: once per month on Wednesday -- Location: 344
Group Description: As a student member of HOSA, you will learn about the health professions, enhance your teamwork skills, and develop your leadership skills.
Jewish Student Union
Sponsor: Joshua Schuman
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: 329
Group Description: DIscussions and presentations relating to american jewish culture, and navigating our aggressively bigoted socity, together
Jewish Student Union
Sponsor: Josh Schuman
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays - but not every tuesday -- Location: 329
Group Description: DIscussion of american Judaism and American Jewish culuture
Juntos
Sponsor: Charlene Gonzalez
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays abd Thursdays 2:45pm-4pm -- Location: Dance studio, 2nd floor lobby, cafeteria
Group Description: Latin dance competitice team
Kits To Heart
Sponsor: Pintar
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays or Wednesdays once a month during lunch -- Location: Room 332
Group Description: Making care packages for kids
Last Minute Crew
Sponsor: Florence Chukwurah
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays after school -- Location: Room 218 and dance room
Group Description: Dance and emotional benefit/benefits /helping the community
Latinx Student Union
Sponsor: Franklin Avalos
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays at Lunch -- Location: 228G
Group Description: Latinx Student Union -
Mcel Esports
Sponsor: Rockwood
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays and Wednesdays 2:30-3:30 during season -- Location: 302B
Group Description: Playing Esports as part of the MoCo Esports League
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Minority Scholars Program (Msp)
Sponsor: Rosie Justilien & Kim Kochuba
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every Tuesday- One Week in Rm. 232 (Leaders Only) and another week at the Media Center (Members Mtg) -- Location: Not Virtual
Group Description: MSP is a student-based program that is aimed at closing the opportunity gap. Mission- To empower students to analyze and disrupt racial inequities and systems of oppression. Vision- To create a world in which Black and Brown students and their intersectional identities experience true equity, and a sense of belonging, and fully thrive in school and our communities.
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Model Un
Sponsor: Luanne Bru
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Friday monthly at lunch, more if needed -- Location: Room 321
Group Description: Students model delegate decision making and learn to create and present solutions to world issues.
Mosaic
Sponsor: Megan Cooley-Klein
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: Room 234
Group Description: Combining art and current events to inform people about important topics
Muslim Student Association (Msa)
Sponsor: Jen Yeck
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: ? -- Location: 333
Group Description: Muslim Student Association
Mythology Club
Sponsor: Joe Lynch
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Last Wednesday of each month. Lunch -- Location: 222
Group Description: Mythology Club is a place for teens to dive into the stories, legends, and gods from cultures all around the world. Members will explore myths through discussions, creative activities, and fun projects that connect the past to today. Along with learning, the club also hosts social events that bring people together to share ideas, build friendships, and enjoy the magic of storytelling.
National Art Honor Society
Sponsor: Kelsey Sadowski
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays once a month at lunch (its TBD every month though based on schedule updates) -- Location: 119
Group Description: We engage in art projects that help lift up our community and raise awareness to the importance of having art in education.
Political Science Club
Sponsor: Addi Davis
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays, biweekly -- Location: Room 324
Group Description: We discuss all things political science!
Qo Anti-Ai Club
Sponsor: Megan Cooley-Klein
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays during lunch -- Location: Room 234
Group Description: A club that advocates against AI in creative fields (e.g. music, film, art, graphic design) and raises awareness of the benefits of human creativity
Qo Boarders International
Sponsor: Shirley Bejarano
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays during lunch. First meeting September 23rd during lunch -- Location: Room 223
Group Description: QO Boarders International is a club founded to bring global connections to the classroom. We’re dedicated to spreading awareness about international exchange and the importance of global connections. Throughout the year, we’ll connect with people from around the world, connecting cultural ideas and expanding on the meaning of being an International Boarder.
Qo Engineering & Robotics Club
Sponsor: Mr. Omari Sarjeant
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD, but After School -- Location: Room 118
Group Description: The QO Engineering & Robotics Club focuses on teaching students how to solve real problems through engineering challenges and robotics competitions.
Qo Film
Sponsor: Adam Atwood
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: Media Lab
Group Description: The club will focus on creating and watching various movies.
Qo Formula 1
Sponsor: Andrea Lo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays and Fridays at lunch -- Location: P9
Group Description: Geared towards fans of Formula 1 racing
Qo Graphic Cougars
Sponsor: Corey Simko
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays during lunch -- Location: Room 119G
Group Description: In QOGC, we create graphic designs, posters, flyers, banners or logos for student clubs and outside organizations in exchange for SSL hours.
Qo Sportsnet
Sponsor: Jeff Rabberman
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Various Days and Times -- Location: Various Locations
Group Description: Broadcasting, photography, video of QO sporting events.
Qo Stitches
Sponsor: Rebecca Yu
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays twice a month at lunch - dates will be posted on social media -- Location: room 220
Group Description: Come learn how to crochet or knit, or bring your projects to work on!
Qo Theatre
Sponsor: Jess Vogel
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Daily, after school - 2:45-5:30, other times may vary based on production needs -- Location: Auditorium, Choir Room, or 218
Group Description: Students who work to put on 2 theatrical productions a year. Students must sign up and/or audition to be a part of the program.
Quizbowl
Sponsor: Joshua Schuman
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays and Thursdays at luch -- Location: 329
Group Description: Academic Competition Team
Science National Honor Society
Sponsor: Deb Haase
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 1st Monday of the month at lunch, room 331 -- Location: n/a
Group Description: The purpose of SNHS is to encourage scientific thinking and engagement by advancing students’ knowledge of science, increasing communication between students and the scientific community, and aiding the public with its comprehension of science and the scientific process through student-led public outreach and community service.
Sending Sunshine
Sponsor: Jess Burdette
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 1st Wednesday of the month -- Location: P6
Group Description: Make crafts to be given to people in longterm hospital stays.
Small Things Matter
Sponsor: Mr. Ramos
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Second Thursday of the month at lunchtime -- Location: Room 330
Group Description: Small Things Matter is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping underserved families in our community. The club focuses on incorporating crafting and literacy programs, clothing and food drives and small acts of kindness into meetings.
Smiles For Kids
Sponsor: Ms. Pintar
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: At least once a month starting at the beginning of lunch -- Location: 332
Group Description: This club supports organizations oriented around youth (Children's National Hospital, Homeless shelters, etc.) through acts of service such as making cards, bracelets, and chemo care packages.
South Asian And Middle Eastern (Same) Club
Sponsor: Megan Cooley-Klein
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: Room 234
Group Description: A club dedicated to education about and appreciation of South Asian and Middle Eastern countries and cultures. All are welcome to join.
Stars (Student Tutoring & Athletic Resources)
Sponsor: Mr. Rabberman & Ms. Soykan
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Wednesday during lunch -- Location: Room 240
Group Description: Helping student athletes keep up with schoolwork and maintain grades for eligibility during the season. We provide free tutoring and other supportive resources.
Stem Club
Sponsor: Florence Chukwurah
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursdays during lunch and Monday after school -- Location: Roo 116
Group Description: The STEM Club exists to inspire curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving by engaging students in activities related to Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. It provides hands-on experiences, collaborative projects, and opportunities to explore real-world challenges, helping students develop critical thinking, teamwork, and innovation skills for future academic and career success.
Stock Street
Sponsor: Wayne See
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursday's at Lunch -- Location: Portable 9
Group Description: The Stock Street Club is a student-led group designed to introduce students to the world of investing, financial markets, and wealth-building strategies. Our goal is to help members develop financial literacy, understand how companies operate in public markets, and gain hands-on experience analyzing stocks. Through weekly discussions, lessons, and simulated trading activities, members will learn to make informed investment decisions while building teamwork and critical-thinking skills.
Students Fair
Sponsor: Laura Brewer
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays at lunch -- Location: 228F
Group Description: Immigrant rights advocacy group
The Prowler
Sponsor: Megan Cooley-Klein
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Period 4 -- Location: Room 234 / Room 235
Group Description: QO's student newspaper. (At this school, Newspaper is a class as opposed to solely an extracurricular activity, but staff do occasionally meet after school.)
Wellness, Social And Academic Success Club
Sponsor: Florence Chukwurah
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Monday and Wednesday -- Location: Room 116
Group Description: This club is a supportive space where students can focus on wellness, build friendships, and get academic help through fun activities, teamwork, and study support.
Women In Engineering, Science And Technology
Sponsor: Florence Chukwurah
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesday during lunch -- Location: Room 116
Group Description: The WEST Club empowers and supports women interested in engineering, science, and technology by providing mentorship, hands-on learning opportunities, and a supportive community. The club seeks to inspire confidence, break down barriers, and encourage more young women to pursue careers and leadership roles in STEM fields.
Youth4Neuro
Sponsor: Jessica Burdette
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Wednesday starting 9/24/25 -- Location: P6
Group Description: Discuss topics of neurology and academic & career pathways.