Clubs & Organizations

1>99 Student Ministry
Suzanne Taylor & Michele Smith
Staylor@hcrhs.org
Our club is a faith-based student-led ministry. Our primary goal is to provide a safe and accepting community of faith for all students seeking to explore their faith while serving God, themselves and others. We meet twice a month on Thursdays during unit lunch. Please email Suzanne Taylor if you have any questions at staylor@hcrhs.org Our club's google classroom code is 4ef3yiv

Academic Team
Dan Van Antwerp
dvanantw@hcrhs.org
The Academic Team competes in local and regional quiz-bowl tournaments. Students enter in groups of 4 and compete to answer questions in terms of both speed and accuracy. After a multi-year hiatus, the club made a return this year by winning the Warren-Hunterdon Academic Meet in December. We practice on Mondays and Wednesdays in 806 during unit lunch. It's a lot of fun! Hope to see you there!

AI Club
Kevin Harty
kevin.harty@hcrhs.org
Description: Coming soon!

All Strings Attached
William Magalio
wmagalio@hcrhs.org
All Strings Attached is a Community Outreach Performance Ensemble. They rehearse once per week and perform for several events throughout the county, as well as several concert events here at HCRHS. The ensemble is opened to all string players (those with experience on violin, viola, cello, or string bass). Please email director Will Magalio if you have any questions or wish to have the ensemble perform at an event. 

American Sign Language Club
Katherine Beggiato
kbeggiato@hcrhs.org
Learn American Sign Language with peers in a fun and welcoming environment. Through games and general interaction, become familiar and comfortable with vocabulary and grammar, while also learning about Deaf culture and its history. All levels are welcome - beginners are especially encouraged. Meeting every other Monday in the IMC and the Google Classroom code is 4yqvvul to follow for meeting dates, announcements and further information.

Amnesty International
Shirl Shawhan
shirl.shawhan@hcrhs.org
Amnesty International USA (AIUSA) is a club that advocates for international human rights, for youth, by youth using principles from the United Nations as well as from the AIUSA (nongovernmental) organization itself. Amnesty focuses on direct action, not direct service, unlike other organizations such as Unicef. While the club is able to focus on the issues we want to address as a club, we will also follow the guidelines issued to the club from the parent organization. For example, the club will follow through with major events (i.e. Urgent Action Network, Write for Rights, Student Activism Week, etc.) that AIUSA wants students to lead. This club is an opportunity for like-minded individuals to come together and directly address issues that everyone is passionate for. Students will be able to empower themselves through voicing their opinions, and taking action. Google Classroom Code: d6sndpn Meetings will be held in room 921 on Thursdays every other week.

Asian Student Alliance
Heather Baldwin
hbaldwin@hcrhs.org
A gathering of Central's Asian community and the lovers of Asian cultures. We host cultural events highlighting our different backgrounds in hopes of sharing and educating the Central community about different Asian celebrations and customs. All are welcome.

Astronomy Club
Casey McMahon
casey.mcmahon@hrchs.org
Astronomy club welcomes all students who are interested in Space and Astronomical events. Our club is a mix of those with a lot of knowledge, and those just starting out and wanting to learn more. We discuss current events, teach each other new information, and work on projects both for our club and the school community.

Biological Association
Anna Iliopoulos
anna.iliopoulus@hcrhs.org
The Biological Association is an engaging club for students interested in biology. Members collaborate on exciting ways to learn, including organizing guest speakers and visiting local labs. We fundraise to support these experiences and prepare for the prestigious Biol-Olympiad, enhancing teamwork and critical thinking. Whether you're interested in genetics, ecology, or physiology, the Biological Association offers a dynamic space to explore biology with like-minded peers. We meet in Rm 116 every Thursday during lunch. Our GC classroom code is: uglhopw

Black Student Union
Amaly ElMenshawy
amaly.elmenshawy@hcrhs.org
The Black Student Union sets out to create a better and safer community of support for black students in our school including their mentors, peers, and allies; as well as to educate the broader student body on social issues concerning minorities and advocate for members of non-dominant groups. We will work with the Racism, Equity, and Diversity Committee by providing insight into the issues we face in school. The BSU promotes proactive leadership, community outreach, and student empowerment; members will have an opportunity to improve creative problem-solving skills and critical thinking. The club embraces cultural heritage, unity, and appreciation of diversity. Our meetings are open to anyone interested in supporting us and learning more!

Bookworms
Teresa Esposito -Jackson
tesposito@hcrhs.org
Bookworms is a club where anyone wanting to discuss books, get recommendations, and participate in book related events is welcome. We host several book clubs, host book events, hold movie/book screenings, and more!

Cartoon Club
Joan Wagner
joan.wagner@hcrhs.org
Are you interested in creating animations? Drawing cartoons? Reading Comics? And or watching Anime? Cartoon club is the place for you. Whether you want to watch and discuss the latest cartoons, share and create comic books, or learn new cartoon drawing and animating tips, Cartoon Club does it all. From veterans to first timers, everyone, regardless of skill level is welcome. Cartoon club meets every Wednesday starting late October in room 110. To sign up just join us during our weekly meetings and keep up to date through our Google Classroom. Google Classroom Code:dcem6b3

Central Broadcasting Club
Jeff Lazovick
jlazovic@hcrhs.org
The Broadcasting Club creates videos for students that need help publicizing their club, event or team by designing, filming and editing professional looking videos for the morning announcements.

Chemistry Olympics
Leon Copeland
Lcopelan@hcrhs.org
Kids form into groups and choose between several Chemistry-related projects in February. After preparing for a few months, the groups compete against other NJ high schools at the Chemistry Olympics competition, at NJIT in mid-May. Arrangements can be made with an advisor for alternate meetings days.

Chess Club
Christina Terlinden
Cterlind@hcrhs.org
HC Chess Club is for students who want to connect with other players for friendly competitions within our school community on a monthly basis. Chess Club welcomes all students with an interest in playing chess or in learning to play chess.

Children's Play
Amaly ElMenshawy
amaly.elmenshawy@hcrhs.org
The Hunterdon Central Children's Play is a theatre opportunity for students to write, direct, produce, and act in a short play that is performed on the road for the local Elementary Schools. Rehearse and perform a play for children at the elementary schools in the district. Actors are also expected to make their own costumes and help with props and scenery. Open to all grades. This play is less competitive in terms of roles than the main stage plays (9/10; 11/12; Musical) and numerous people are needed because it is double cast. A good opportunity to get experience and for crew people looking to get their acting requirement to become a member of the Thespian Society. Auditions are in the fall/winter after the musical. Contact Ms. ElMenshawy (amaly.elmenshawy@hcrhs.org) for more information.

Chinglish Club
Shengwen Lo
shengwen.lo@hcrhs.org
Chinglish Club is open to all students who are interested in learning more about the Chinese language and culture.

Chorale
Megan Petrushun
mpetrush@hcrhs.org
Chorale is an auditioned choir made up of sopranos, altos, tenors and basses in grades 9-12. Students in this group have the opportunity to audition for many advanced State and National Level Choirs.

Code Club
Lydia Kang
lydia.kang@hcrhs.org
Working on coding projects that add value to Hunterdon Central's teachers, administrators and coaches? In code club you can build Educational Things that will be used to improve how Hunterdon Central operates. Automated passes, coaching strategies, analytics dashboard are example projects that developers will be working on. Real Projects, Real Users, Real Experience! Code Club meets Mondays in room 917. Google Classroom: zqsdpsk

Connect Club
Kristin Polito & Lauren Battaglia
Kpolito1@hcrhs.org
Members of the Connect Club will attend weekly luncheons, as well as social activities such as football games and plays, to support students with diverse abilities. Members will receive training. Consider making a special connection with a special friend in The Connect Club. Please email the advisers for access to our Google classroom and the most up to date information. Google classroom code: 66o7tn4

Dance Team
Carly Toth
ctoth@hcrhs.org
The Dance Team promotes school spirit through multiple performances at school events and activities. The team trains and performs in various styles of dance such as jazz, pom, and hip-hop. The season runs all year, as the team prepares to compete in regional and national dance team competitions, as well as attending summer camp. Auditions are held in May for freshman as well as current 9th through 11th grade students. The practice schedule varies throughout the season, but averages about three days per week, including some weekends (for performances, competitions, and fundraising events).

DECA Club
Donovan Dinson
ddinson@hcrhs.org
The Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. DECA provides authentic learning experiences through rigorous project-based activities that prepare students for intellectually engaging team competitions. These experiences better prepare DECA members for college, future entrepreneurship, and business-oriented careers. Google Classroom Code: 5qqs7cz

Dramatics: 11/12 Play
Gail Enterline
Genterli@hcrhs.org
A full length, professional quality play, cast by audition, featuring 11th and 12th grade actors. Rehearsals are every day after school, and the performances are in November, for a paying audience. Please see Ms. Enterline for more information and for non-acting opportunities.

Dramatics: 9/10 Play
Melissa Copestake
melissa.copestake@hcrhs.org
A part of the Hunterdon Central Theater Department, the 9/10 play is a passionate group of performers, directors, and stage crew who come together each year to produce a single, high-quality theatrical production. Members collaborate for months, from casting to set design, to bring a carefully chosen play to life. Open to all 9th and 10th-grade performers of all experience levels, auditions occur sometime at the end of February with a performance in mid-May. The 9/10 play rehearsals develop performance skills and culminate in a weekend of performances drawing in enthusiastic audiences from the community. Beyond the stage, the club fosters friendships, creativity, and a love for storytelling through theater. Please contact Mrs. Copestake for more information.

Echo (Yearbook)
Amaly ElMenshawy & Joan Wagner
amaly.elmenshawy@hcrhs.org, joan.wagner@hcrhs.org
Creating the ECHO Yearbook each year is a collaborative process. Students work together to craft a book that captures the experience of students at Hunterdon Central. Deciding on a theme, the team works to include as many voices in the process as possible. This includes taking photos of events, organizing crowd-sharing photos, designing page layouts, and editing. The club takes the lead on advertising and distributing the finished product at the end of the year. The club meets every Friday from 2:05-3:00 PM. . Join our Google Classroom with the code q6g3hcg to get involved in this creative process!

Environmental Society
Bonnie Berenger
Bberenge@hcrhs.org
The Environmental Society is a group of like-minded students that are concerned about the health of our local and global ecosystems. Students work to educate and inform Hunterdon Central's community about current issues. Our primary focus is to promote Hunterdon Central's "green initiative". Students address issues such as climate change, reducing waste, increasing sustainable practices and lowering overall unnecessary consumption. We typically meet on alternate Wednesdays in room 102. We are looking forward to meeting you!

FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)
Rebecca Griffith
rgriffith@hcrhs.org
Future Business Leaders of America is a nationally known business-oriented club for students. FBLA's goals include increasing interest and understanding of the American business enterprise, the development of competent business leadership, strengthening of student self-confidence, and the development of personal character. Students have the opportunity to participate in activities, including workshops and competitions.

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Chyncia Smith
chyncia.smith@hcrhs.org
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes seeks to equip and encourage athletes and coaches in their relationship with Christ and in how they live out their faith through sports. How, you may ask? We organize weekly meetings, also called Huddles, that focus on topics that can be applied to life as an athlete and to life beyond the field/court. All topics are chosen by students! So, whether you're a Christian or just curious, you're welcome to join us, listen, and be part of our community. Let's grow together, build friendships, and make a positive impact on our school and beyond!!!

Film Society
Jeff Lazovick
jlazovic@hcrhs.org
Film Society is a student-run film-making club that meets on campus. Students who share a love of film, meet to learn more about the art, create short films, enjoy films together and look for film festivals and other opportunities for the club to take part in. Mr. Heard and Mr. Rupp run this club. Please email Mr. Heard or Mr. Rupp for more information on meetings.

FPV Drone Freestyle
Kevin Mastropietro
kmastrop@hcrhs.org
The FPV Club is a fun, STEM-oriented group of drone enthusiasts! We build and fly hobby-grade drones to improve our engineering, freestyle, and racing skills. As a member, you'll learn to see the world through a pilot's perspective - always searching for a new trick. On the workbench, you'll hone your skills with a soldering iron and discover new & unique design concepts. With much to explore in our growing community, the FPV Club is perfect for all who love STEM! We meet on Wednesdays during Block 5. Google classroom Code: iumqr4n

Franglais Club
Maria Amorin
mamorin@hcrhs.org
Franglais Club is open to all students who are interested in learning more about the French language and culture. The club's mission is to promote community interest in French cultural traditions. Students interested in practicing their spoken French outside of the classroom are also encouraged to attend. Members will also lead in French events, like bake sales, movie nights, and food making. We will also celebrate French holidays such as Mardi Gras, Poisson d'Avril, and Souffle Day. Students do not need to speak or be enrolled in French to join; they just need an interest in "la vie française"! Please contact Mme. Amorin (mamorim@hcrhs.org) if you have any questions.

GAVE (German-American Virtual Exchange)
Thomas Fario & Ryan Herbst
thomas.fario@hcrhs.org; rherbst@hcrhs.org
G.A.V.E. is G.A.P.P.’s virtual exchange program. This Program provides a framework, materials, and support for students interested in connecting with partner schools in Germany. Throughout the school year, interested students will meet regularly with their German partners, both synchronously and asynchronously, to work on projects and hold discussions that will grow their understanding of each other’s culture and language. Much like the GAPP, G,A.V.E. is divided into topics that all follow the same framework, or ‘Fahrplan,’ as we say in German. Topics include Music, Food, Sustainability, Sports and more! GAVE will meet on a monthly basis during Block 5 and other designated times in room 610. Anyone interested should contact Herr Fario: thomas.fario@hcrhs.org

Girls Who Code
Kerry Kelly
kkelly@hcrhs.org
Women are underrepresented in the important fields of computer science and cybersecurity. Girls Who Code is a fun and welcoming club that encourages young women to explore the exciting world of computer science. All levels of experience are welcome! We meet the third Thursday of every month in the IMC. Classroom Code: altkirq

Global Outreach
Ryan Herbst
Rherbst@hcrhs.org
Global Outreach is for students who enjoy keeping up-to-date on national and international issues. Throughout the year, we select 2-3 charities and design activities to raise money and awareness for these worthy causes. We routinely participate in making flyers, hosting bake sales, and collecting food donations. We also encourage our members to bring new ideas. Meetings are alternating Mondays in room 635. Our meetings and other announcements are clarified on our Google Classroom. The code is eq6d27h

Habitat for Humanity
Andrew Avallone
andrew.avallone@hcrhs.org
HCRHS Habitat for Humanity will meet once per month, please check our Google Classroom for dates. HCRHS Habitat for Humanity works with Morris County and Raritan Valley Habitat for Humanity to assist in building affordable housing for hard-working, low-income families in Morris, Somerset and Hunterdon Counties. As a club, Habitat for Humanity provides students with a rewarding opportunity to get involved in our local community by contributing their time and energy towards a collective effort on two fronts: Fundraising and Building. We usually have the opportunity to volunteer in four to five Build Days a year. Students that attend Build Days will proactively participate in the construction of a Habitat home. Must be 16 to attend Builds. There will be some opportunities for younger members to participate in fundraising and other volunteer situations. For latest updates, please join our Google classroom - code: reuy66h

HC Esports
Kate Zimmerbaum
kzimmerbaum@hcrhs.org
HC Esports teams compete with high schools across the state in the Garden State Esports league, playing games such as Overwatch II, Rocket League, and Valorant. GSE runs three seasons that align with NJSIAA seasons - fall, winter, spring. Hunterdon Central offers state-of-the-art gaming computers on-site. Students who play at the varsity level may earn letters and may be eligible for college scholarships. We actively recruit players at every grade level throughout the school year. Our organization also supports a recreational component for students who wish to attend our weekly meetings and play for fun.

HC GSA (Gender/Sexuality Alliance)
Heather Baldwin
hbaldwin@hcrhs.org
HC GSA is a club where everyone is welcome - lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning, and straight students, as well as those who don’t have or need a label for their sexual orientations or gender identities. We play a vital role in making Hunterdon Central safer for our LGBTQ students by providing supportive and accepting spaces, as well as doing broader organizing work against homophobia and transphobia in our school and community. Some of our activities include: Ally Week, LGBTQ History Month, Transgender Day of Remembrance, World AIDS day, Pride month, and the Day of Silence. Please join us to show your support for diversity, acceptance, and equality for all human beings. We enjoy a safe space to meet, connect, mentor, and help each other cope on B day Wednesdays in the IMC Flex Room. Join our Google Classroom to receive updates about meetings, projects, etc. (Code: jl5pr6x)

HC KPop
Heather Baldwin
hbaldwin@hcrhs.org
Description: Coming soon!

HC Unified Jump Rope Club
Heather Beam & Michelle Murphy
Hbeam@hcrhs.org
Welcomes all students interested in learning how to jump rope. This club allows students with all learning abilities to jump rope and perform as a team for the Unified basketball games halftime shows. This is a fun way to meet new people and learn how to jump rope. HC Unified Jump Rope Club welcomes all students interested in learning how to jump rope. This club is a way to group students with typical peer students to learn how to jump rope and perform as a team for the Unified basketball home halftime shows. Many students who participate in this club are also members of the Connect Club. This is a fun way for all students to learn how to jump rope. Club members will participate in practices and home Unified Basketball games from December to February during block 5 on Wednesdays in the 9/10 wooden gym. If you are interested in helping out this year, please get in touch with Mrs. Beam or Mrs. Murphy. No jump rope experience is necessary. We will teach you the ropes! Code to Join Google Classroom HC Unified Jump Rope Team - eah2s62

HC Youth Democrats (Central Young Dems)
Ann Mahon
amahon@hcrhs.org
Central Young Dems is a political engagement club for students to explore politics in the United States. Everyone is welcome and we encourage students to discuss their political views and participate in civil discourse. We provide civic engagement opportunities, host civic duty related events, facilitate discussions and debates, and collaborate with other clubs amongst other activities. We hold meetings twice a month during tutorial in room 307. Please reach out to our advisor Mrs. Mahon with any questions.

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America)
Shirl Shawhan
sshawhan@hcrhs.org
Description coming soon!

Improv Club
Melissa Copestake
melissa.copestake@hcrhs.org
Improv Club is a fun and welcoming group where students can sharpen their quick thinking, creativity, and comedic timing through spontaneous performances. Members play improv games, create hilarious scenes on the spot, and learn to work as a team without a script. No experience is needed—just a willingness to jump in, take risks, and support fellow performers. The club meets monthly during Unit Lunch.

Indoor Color Guard
DJ Deans, William Magalio & Christin Cooper
dj.deans@hcrhs.org
This is a spin-off activity from Hunterdon Central's marching band. The Indoor Color Guard trains students on flag and weapon work in an interior gym setting. Like the marching band, the MRD Indoor Guard focuses on instruction through performance activities (Indoor Competitions that take place in the late winter and early spring).

Interact Club
Evelyn Diaz & Phoebe Roth
ediaz1@hcrhs.org; phoebe.roth@hcrhs.org
Interact is a Rotary-sponsored community service club that organizes various events to meet community needs and promote volunteerism in our school. Interact volunteers have the opportunity to engage in numerous charitable projects, which may involve hands-on activities or supporting non-profit and charitable organizations through fundraising. Club members regularly visit nursing homes, donate and volunteer at the Flemington Food Pantry, participate in Grow-A-Row, help with clean-up and yard work, prepare food for the homeless, and create purposeful crafts that are distributed to our veterans, hospital patients and staff. This club is perfect for anyone who enjoys serving others and making a positive difference in the world.

Intramural Club
John Augusta
Jaugusta@hcrhs.org
Intramural club is open to all students interested in having fun and competing against their peers on a weekly basis during block 5 in the New Wooden Gym. Activities in the club will begin with Ping Pong, Basketball, Volleyball, Soccer, Wiffleball, and Frisbee. The club meets Mondays from 2:10-2:50. Google classroom code: y5sly7t

Investing Club
Karen Rossi
karen.rossi@hcrhs.org
The Investing Club is open to all students. Students will learn about investing money, playing the stock market, and pursuing careers in finance. Students will hear from guest speakers from the world of finance and teach others in our community about investing. Students will work in investing groups and participate in competitive stock market simulations. Students will be able to attend a Wall Street trip every other year. The investing club will meet twice a month in room 300 on Wednesdays. Our classroom code is mlixpfx.

Jazz Band
Robert Kenny & John Hylkema
Rkenny@hcrhs.org
The Jazz Band, Jazz Lab and Jazz Combo are auditioned performing ensembles that rehearse and perform throughout the school year. Auditions are held in November and all students are welcome. See Mr. Kenny in the Music Building for audition materials.

Jewish Culture Club
Ashley Gernay
ashley.gernay@hcrhs.org
Description coming soon!

Key Club
Bonita Jaeger & Victoria Grasso
bjaeger1@hcrhs.org; vgrasso@hcrhs.org
Key Club is a youth service-leadership organization sponsored by Kiwanis International. Key Club volunteers at local events, fundraisers and at schools within the district to help foster a better community. It is student-led at every level: Key Club International, districts, and individual clubs are all run by students. Key Club's core values are: Caring, character building, inclusiveness, and leadership. Key Club will be meeting every two weeks, Wednesdays in the 600s cafeteria.

Knitting & Crocheting Club
Jessica Emili
jessica.emili@hcrhs.org
The Knitting and Crocheting Club welcomes both expert and novice knitters! Learn how to knit or crochet in a welcoming environment or practice your skills with others. Bring your own needles/yarn or use ours. We meet on most Mondays in the IMC during Block 5. For meeting updates, check our Google Classroom: flqot6b

Latinx Alliance
Mirja Paula
mirja.paula@hcrhs.org
The Latinx Alliance at Hunterdon Central High School is a vibrant and inclusive student-generated club dedicated to fostering community support and cultural appreciation. Open to all students, the club aims to celebrate Hispanic culture while providing a platform for education and engagement within the school and local communities. The primary mission of the Latinx Alliance is to promote cultural awareness and support for Latinx students and their peers. The club organizes various events that highlight the richness of Latinx heritage, encouraging members to explore traditions, customs, and contemporary issues affecting Latinx communities.

Leaders of Healthy Lifestyles
Michele Motta
michele.motta@hcrhs.org
Our club focuses on peer-to-peer presentations and discussions about mental and physical health. The primary goal is to share unique perspectives about strategies to improve mental health, mindfulness, gratefulness and exercise. Google Classroom Code: djrut2a

Madrigals
Megan Petrushun
Mpetrush@hcrhs.org
Madrigals is a small select, auditioned singing group of treble singers in grades 10 through 12. This group focuses on both excellent musicianship and community service. Madrigals regularly perform at the sending schools and various local care centers and community organizations in addition to the HCRHS choral concerts and Cabaret. Rehearsals are after school on Wednesdays. Additional rehearsals are added when needed.

Marching Band
William Magalio
Wmagalio@hcrhs.org
The HCRHS Marching Band (we call ourselves the MARCHING RED DEVILS) is one of our larger ensembles here at Central. They perform the halftime show at all Varsity Home Football Games, as well as Homecoming Events, the Flemington Holiday Parade, the Hunterdon Memorial Day parade, and other events as well. Every other year, the band is invited to perform in one of the Disney Parks on the east or west coasts. Rehearsals take place primarily during the late summer and early fall. The sections of the MRD are the Winds (Woodwind and Brass sections), Percussion (Drumline and Front Ensemble or Pit) and Color Guard (flags and weapons). All are welcome to join this ensemble. If you have any questions, please reach out to Band Director Will Magalio wmagalio@hcrhs.org.

Marine Biology Club
Kaitlin Homberg
kaitlin.homberg@hcrhs.org
Although Hunterdon Central maintains a wide variety of clubs, as two science driven students, we thought one domain was missing: Marine Biology! With this, we wanted to teach, educate and inspire the Central community about the many organisms that inhabit the ocean and their interactions! Additionally, we hope to spread awareness regarding the numerous pollutants in our ocean and how a small act of recycling can make a huge difference to the marine community. Marine Biology is most definitely underrepresented domain of science, however, we hope to change that one step at a time, the first being the community here at Hunterdon Central.

Mock Trial
Semira Markos
Smarkos@hcrhs.org
The Hunterdon Central Mock Trial Team competes in the annual Vincent J. Apruzzese High School Mock Trial Competition. The goal of Mock Trial is to increase comprehension of the historical, ethical and philosophical basis of the American system of justice, to gain insight into the operation of the law, courtroom procedures and the legal system, to increase public speaking, team-work and leadership skills, to bring the law to life through active preparation for and participation in the competition, and to learn and understand the meaning of good citizenship in a democracy through our system of law and justice. The HC Mock Trial Team, made up of at least four attorneys and six witnesses, builds a case using testimonies and evidence provided by the New Jersey State Bar Foundation. County Preliminary and Final trials take place in January – February. Core skills: theater and acting, objectivity, leadership, argumentation, analysis and synthesis, and public speaking. Please email smarkos@hcrhs.org to join!

Model UN
Anicel Rachel
arachel@hcrhs.org
The Model United Nations club seeks to empower students, develop leadership skills, and raise global awareness by tackling global issues through diplomacy. Students participate in the regional YMCA-Model United Nations Conference in Hershey, P.A.

Mu Alpha Theta/Math League
Kelly Koval
kkoval@hcrhs.org
The vision of Hunterdon Central Regional High School’s Mu Alpha Theta is to encourage, support and inspire keen interest in mathematics and promote the enjoyment of mathematics at HCRHS. With over 50 years of experience, well over 100,000 members, and 23 countries participation, Mu Alpha Theta is a highly-esteemed and prestigious organization. Students in Hunterdon Central's Mu Alpha Theta Chapter will participate in state-wide math competitions through our Math League and help support and peer tutor students who need assistance.

Music Production Club
Meg Donhauser
mdonhauser@hcrhs.org
Music Production Club is a club that focuses on digital music production as opposed to the physical instrumental learning already in place at school. The main goals of the club are to teach others about FL Studio, the software that club members will use, and how to make music in general, as well as to be a creative space for the community of people in Hunterdon Central that enjoy creating/producing music.

Musical (Dramatic)
Gail Enterline
Genterli@hcrhs.org
The spring musical is a professionally produced, Broadway style show that is performed for a paying audience of school and community members. The musical is open to all Central students, and is cast by auditions in acting, singing and dancing. Please look for flyers and announcements for exact dates and times of auditions. Contact Mrs. Enterline or Mrs. Petrushun with any questions.

Musical-Pit Orchestra
Will Magalio
Wmagalio@hcrhs.org
The Musical - Pit Orchestra - is the ensemble that works in conjunction with the Musical Drama organization to put on an annual school musical. In addition, the Pit Orchestra performs with several community organizations (ex. The Hunterdon Harmonizers) as well as the HCRHS Choral Program. The ensemble is made up of students with extensive experience on an instrument within the woodwind, brass, strings or percussion groups. Participation in this ensemble is by invitation, but we will consider auditioning students as well. Anyone interested should contact Director Will Magalio wmagalio@hcrhs.org.

Muslim Student Association (MSA) and Friends
Amaly ElMenshawy & Ethen Aquino
ethen.aquino@hcrhs.org
The Muslim Student Alliance (MSA) is a student-led club dedicated to creating a welcoming and supportive community for Muslim Students and promoting greater understanding of Islam across campus. The club is open for all students regardless of religious background.

Noteworthy
Megan Petrushun
Mpetrush@hcrhs.org
Noteworthy is a small select, auditioned singing group of tenor and bass singers in grades 9 through 12. This group works on a variety of music and performs at the choral concerts, cabaret and other events. Rehearsals are on Thursday after school.

Nurses of the Future
Sharon Gavzy
sharon.gavzy@hcrhs.org
The Nurses of the Future is a club that specifically teaches people about Nursing. We bring together similar people in high school who are looking to pursue nursing as a career when we graduate. The goal of this club is to inform people of the different fields of nursing.

Operation Smile
Carla Heller
carla.heller@hcrhs.org
Operation Smile is an international children’s medical charity that heals children’s smiles by providing reconstructive surgery and related medical care for children born with cleft palates and cleft lips in third world countries. The children that do survive, are often unable to eat, speak, socialize, or smile. Every three minutes a child is born with a cleft lip and/or cleft palate. This club focuses on spreading awareness, while also getting involved with various club and fundraising activities. Meetings are once a month during unit lunch.

Peer Leadership
Samantha Billig
sbillig@hcrhs.org
Peer Leadership is a service club providing volunteers for different school and community activities. Members provide friendship and leadership to other students in the school. Members offer a positive and fun atmosphere for all and provide charitable donations for community agencies. The Peer Leadership Club sponsors fundraisers such as: you've been Picked Pumpkin Pretzel Grams, Give-A-Gift, Teens Helping Teens, Holiday Cards to Soldiers, Mardi Gras Madness, and much more. Over the past several years, the Peer Leadership club has donated over $3000 to various charities, and tries to increase their donations every year. At the end of the year, the active club members participate in a fun end of the year get together to celebrate all of their accomplishments.

Pioneer of Research Excellence
Vince D'Amico
vdamico@hcrhs.org
The Pioneers of Research Excellence Club is where kids interested in science, engineering, technology, and more can work together to create a presentation that are later brought to compete at the Terra North Jersey STEM Fair. All students are welcome to join. Whether your looking to go into medicine or engineering or computer science or more! PRE meets every other week during Unit Lunch. Class code: 2mafqpq

Play It Forward
Allison Weiss
allison.weiss@hcrhs.org
Description coming soon!

Psychology Club
Nicole Olbrich
nolbrich@hcrhs.org
Psychology Club is where curious minds come together to discuss topics in psychology, like the brain, mental health, sleep, abnormal behavior, and so much more. This club is open to all students. Whether you're a future psychologist or just love figuring out what makes people tick, this club is the perfect mix of fun and fascination! Psychology club meets once a month during Unit Lunch. Google Classroom code: da2jppp

Red Cross Club
Scott Saks
Ssaks@hcrhs.org
The Red Cross Club is a a community service club involved in collection donations for the Red Cross of NJ and/or national Red Cross. Additionally, we coordinate 4 blood drives a year that occur after school and run a clothing drive. If you are interested in bolstering community service and/or looking way to serve the community, please join us at our monthly meetings. Classroom code: kccd4sg

Robotics Club
William Brokaw & Katherine Watt
william.brokaw@hcrhs.org
Students on the Robotics Team, the Daleks - Team 3637, participate in the planning, designing, and building of a functional robot to participate in the FIRST Robotics Competition (https://www.firstinspires.org/robotics/frc). FIRST is an exciting international robotics competition, which is highly regarded by colleges, universities and employers. Students who have an interest in developing skills needed to design and build a 120 pound robot, as well as run the business of the club, are invited to join. There are many opportunities outside engineering and programming for students to be involved in this fun and rewarding club. Students who have interest in business management, fundraising, web design, photography, public relations, or other skills are also encouraged to join. Students are mentored by many local engineering, machining, programming and business industry professionals.

 

Ski and Snowboard Club
Thomas Fario
thomas.fario@hcrhs.org
The HC Ski and Snowboard Club is geared towards skiers and riders of all levels. We travel to nearby mountains in January - March, with a tentative weekend trip to Vermont to wrap up our skiing season! The schedule of trips will be distributed at the first student meeting in October 2022. A parent Zoom meeting will also be held this year. Students who participate in winter sports should take their commitment to those sports into account in order to determine availability for ski trips. Please contact the advisor to get the class code for Google Classroom for meeting dates, locations, and other announcements related to the forms required for participation. Students need to pay for trips and follow all school and club rules to be included. Anyone interested should contact Mr. Fario: thomas.fario@hcrhs.org

Society of Young Authors
Cynthia Forck
cforck@hcrhs.org
Society of Young Authors provides a safe space for students to write, share writing, brainstorm ideas, locate, respond to and create writing contests, and more! If you love writing, this is the place for you.

Speech and Debate
Adam Leonard
Aleonard@hcrhs.org
The Speech and Debate Team provides students with the opportunity to engage in serious discussion and debate with other students on the team as well as individuals from other schools that attend the competitions hosted by the New Jersey Forensic League. Students can compete in two debate categories, Public Forum and Lincoln/Douglas, and a number of speech categories, including Declamation, Improvisational Acting, Impromptu Speaking, Dramatic Interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, Extemporaneous Speaking, Duo Interpretation, Prose Reading, Poetry Reading, Impromptu Speaking, Improvisational Acting, and Original Oratory. The team travels to several competitions held throughout the state beginning in November and culminating with the state tournament held in March. Meeting time is used to demonstrate speaking and debating techniques, review feedback from judges and allow members to practice their performances and hone their skills as a speaker and/or debater. Meetings are held every Monday during block 5 in Room 303. Contact Mr. Leonard for more information or join the team's Google Classroom (code ktt5bkz)

Stage Crew
Tim Klein, Michaela Smith, Caitlin O'Connor
Tklein@hcrhs.org; michaela.smith@hcrhs.org
The Stage Crew provides the backbone for the concerts, plays, musicals, and other events that take place in the school's two theaters, and consists of multiple teams. Students have the opportunity to determine what team best fits their skill set. The Construction Crew utilizes carpentry, painting, and other skills to build sets and scenery. The Running Crew operates during performances: moving sets/furniture/props, operating curtains, and other stage equipment. The Technical Crew handles all aspects of sound, lighting and special effects. No previous experience is required. If you would like the opportunity to participate in an activity where your work will be viewed by many people, you can learn skills that are applicable in college and beyond, and you can make friendships that will last beyond high school, please contact us for more information. Google Classroom

Strength & Conditioning Club
Paul Kolody
Pkolody@hcrhs.org
The Strength & Conditioning Club will discuss and implement different protocols for increasing the student’s knowledge of movement efficiency. The better we move the stronger we can get. Each student will be able to explain and demonstrate warm-up movements, strengthening exercises and conditioning protocols. Please contact Coach Kolody for meeting times and locations. Code: ibhnhni

Strides Against Stigma
Mary Woods & Lori Freeman
mwoods@hcrhs.org; lfreeman@hcrhs.org 
We work to educate the school and community about issues related to mental health and well being. We do fundraisers and donate the money to Safe Harbor or Nami. We have guest speakers and often do activities that reinforce mental health well being.

Student Soldier Support Club
Ashley Gernay
ashley.gernay@hcrhs.org
The Student Soldier Support Club is a student run organization open to the whole student body to join. The SSC is responsible for conducting collections for supplies that are sent to soldiers overseas, fundraisers for Operation Jersey Cares whose funds benefit veterans, actively deployed, and their families, interacting with the local veterans, and pairing with other clubs in the community service sector. Our club aims to take care of those who have taken care of us by protecting our civil rights and liberties as well as community members in need. For more information please join our google classroom. The code is: ifot6ox

Tabletop Games
Alex Rupp
arupp@hcrhs.org
Dungeons and Dragons Club and Magic the Gathering Club have now been combined to form Tabletop Games Club.

Tech4Teens
Kelly Bousum
Kbousum@hcrhs.org
Tech4Teens is an outreach club that provides STEM resources for people in need. Members of the club participate in community service, promote STEM education, and provide resources around and within the Hunterdon County area. Tech4Teens promotes making connections and building relationships with other organizations, groups, and communities. Members have opportunities to work on developing businesses, marketing, designing STEM curriculum, and fundraising. If you have an interest in business, STEM, or community service, join the Tech4Teens Club! For more information, join the club's Google Classroom (code: 6tvoy5c)

The Lamp (School Paper)
Scott Einhorn
Seinhorn@hcrhs.org
The Lamp is Hunterdon Central's student newspaper. It is published monthly and seeks to bring students news, views, entertainment and photos connected to the school community. There is also an online publication hclamponline.com. We invite students to become involved at any time of the year. Students interested in writing for The Lamp can email Mr. Einhorn.

Third Wave
Gabrielle Ranson, Nicole Olbrich
gabrielle.ranson@hcrhs.org; nolbrich@hcrhs.org
Third Wave is a club open to all Central students interested in topics related to gender equality. Third Wave works to support local and international organizations in spreading awareness about how gender impacts various aspects of our community. Additionally, the club engages in a discussion of current events and topics relating to gender studies. Meetings are held every other Monday during Unit Lunch. Google Classroom code: mlvf2ua

 

Women in STEM
Jessica Doyle
Jdoyle@hcrhs.org
WinS aims to provide a network of support through peers, faculty, and professionals in order to empower female-identifying students to pursue STEM-related careers. Meetings will center around group discussions, mentoring, presentations by professionals, and STEM exploration. If you are interested in joining, stay connected by joining using Google Classroom code: ylicnda. If you have any questions, please contact the club advisor, Mrs. Doyle (jdoyle@hcrhs.org).

Youth & Government
Adam Leonard
Aleonard@hcrhs.org
As part of the nation's Youth and Government program, this club researches issues facing the State of New Jersey, then creates legislation in the form of Bills in order to remedy these problems through governmental means. The students learn parliamentary procedure and then debate their Bills in a mock Senate and Assembly during a weekend-long State-wide session in the Spring. Students have the opportunity to run for student leadership roles and receive recognition for their skills in debate. Meetings are held every Thursday from January through April during block 5 in the IMC. Contact Mr. Leonard for more information or join the delegation. Google Classroom (code 256gjeh)

Class Councils are a grade-level division of student government with separately elected officers. It is responsible for fundraising, decisions about class activities, consensus building, organizing dances, and providing the class with opportunities for social involvement. See advisor for details.

Class Council: Class of 2025
Matthew Walther & Dan Vollrath
matthew.walther@hcrhs.org
Students involved in the Class of 2025 Class Council organize and run fundraisers for both the class and the school. Students promote school and class spirit all while raising money for their proms, class events, and local charities. We have monthly meetings which will be announced on our Google Classroom and on morning announcements. Feel free to email Dr. Vollrath and Mr. Walther with any questions! Google classroom code: 3wu4xkq

Class Council: Class of 2026
Jennifer Sponzo & Nicole DePaola
Jsponzo@hcrhs.org
Class Council is made up of students from the Class of 2026. They collaborate to organize fundraising activities and coordinate events for the class. Students promote school and class spirit all while raising money for their proms, class events, and local charities. They promote student involvement and school wide spirit. They are involved with organizing their junior and senior prom as well as various other activities that bring their class together as one. Please listen to announcements and check school email for information on meetings and upcoming activities. Google classroom code: ncfhgif

Class Council: Class of 2027
Megan Massimi & Trini Pulak
megan.massini@hcrhs.org; tpulak@hcrhs.org
Class Council is made up of students from the Class of 2027 who help organize fundraising activities and coordinate events for the class. They promote student involvement and school wide spirit. They are involved with organizing their junior and senior prom as well as various other activities. Please listen to announcements and check school email for information on meetings and upcoming activities. Google classroom code: ynuuyrr

Class Council: Class of 2028
Scott Saks & Allison Weiss
Ssaks@hcrhs.org
Class Council is made up of students from the Class of 2028 who help organize fundraising activities and coordinate events for the class. They promote student involvement and school wide spirit. They are involved with organizing their junior and senior prom as well as various other activities. Please listen to announcements and check school email for information on meetings and upcoming activities. Google classroom code: bffs2gg

Student Council
Allison Weiss & Gina Santora
studentcouncil@hcrhs.org
The Student Council is a student-run organization and is open to the entire student body. The Student Council is responsible for encouraging and promoting school spirit. The Student Council organizes many activities throughout the school year, such as Homecoming/Spirit Week, March Madness, and Senior Central. The goals of the Student Council are to promote unity among Hunterdon Central students, build connections with their school community, and give all students opportunities to utilize their leadership skills. Join our Google Classroom for more information: ggcehqz

Chinese Honor Society
Shengwen Lo
shengwen.lo@hcrhs.org
The National Chinese Honor Society is a scholastic organization that promotes and recognizes students who demonstrate citizenship, leadership, and community service. The purpose of the National Chinese Honor Society is to encourage its members to become life-long learners in order to gain a better understanding of Chinese language and culture, as well as to play an active role as a contributing global citizen in the twenty-first century. All Junior and Senior students who are currently enrolled in Chinese 3, 4 or AP who have had at least completed two Chinese courses at the high school level, and are maintaining an average of 3.5 or better in Chinese courses, and an overall GPA average of 3.1 or better, are invited to submit an application for membership in the Chinese Honor Society.

French Honor Society
Maria Amorin
mamorin@hcrhs.org
The French Honor Society is affiliated with a national organization, sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French (AATF). Its mission is to foster and encourage the continued study of the French language and culture and provide a social setting for highly motivated students to meet others with similar interests. To be eligible, students must be in their junior or senior year and must be currently enrolled in French 4, 5, or AP. We have our meetings once a month on Wednesday's during block 5 in room 131. The calendar of meetings is in Google Classroom. New junior and senior membership applications will be open in September and close in October. Please look out for announcements this year from the morning announcements and/or your French teacher. You must be currently enrolled in French to be inducted. Google Classroom code: vkuroeg

German Honor Society/German Club
Thomas Fario & Ryan Herbst
thomas.fario@hcrhs.org; rherbst@hcrhs.org
The German Honor Society and Club seeks to provide students with a variety of opportunities to immerse themselves in German culture and serve their community. Each year, we make Thanksgiving Baskets, Gingerbread Houses in the winter, bake pretzels, watch German movies, and go on field trips for German cultural events. At the end of the year, students also participate in the End-of-year Cultural Dinner and World Language World Cup. The German Club is open to everyone – even those who have never studied the language before. We are always happy to see new members! Meetings will be held on a monthly basis, during Block 5 in room 610. Anyone interested should contact Herr Fario: thomas.fario@hcrhs.org

Latin Honor Society
Greg Gichan
Ggichan@hcrhs.org
The Latin Honor Society represents the Hunterdon Central Chapter of the New Jersey Junior Classical League, a chapter itself of the National Junior Classical League under the auspices of the American Classical Association. Its purpose is to promote excellence in pursuit of acquisition of the Western Classical Languages, Latin and Greek. Membership is by induction.

National Art Honor Society
Nicolle Schuster & Lindsay Hopkins
nschuster@hcrhs.org; lindsay.hopkins@hcrhs.org
This chapter will ensure and recognize students who have shown outstanding ability in art, foster excellence and a dedicated spirit to the pursuit of art, and further creative abilities and talents of the Society's members. The organization's mission is to bring art awareness to the school and community furthering aesthetic awareness in all aspects of the school's total program with participation of scholarship, service and character. Meetings will be announced in the Google Classroom. The application process closes in the fall by the date announced in Google Classroom and does not reopen until the following school year. The club is open to juniors and seniors who fulfill the requirements of 7.5 credits in the visual arts.

National English Honor Society
Kate Zimmerbaum & Suzanne Vracken
kzimmerbaum@hcrhs.org: svrancke@hcrhs.org
The National English Honor Society (NEHS), founded and sponsored by Sigma Tau Delta, is the only international organization for high school students and faculty who, in the field of English, merit special note for past and current accomplishments. Immediate benefits of affiliation include international recognition, scholarship eligibility, and opportunities for international networking with others who share enthusiasm for, and accomplishments in, the language arts. Students who are eligible to apply for NEHS are juniors who are currently enrolled at Hunterdon Central High School and have been for at least a year prior to applying, who have received a grade of 90% or better in their English classes, and who have an overall average of 3.5 or better. Eligible students will receive notification and an application in the spring of their junior year. Club meets every first Wednesday of the month.

National Honor Society
Kelly Dooley
kelly.dooley@hcrhs.org
The National Honor Society is a scholastic and service activity. Members become eligible to apply by meeting the academic criteria of a 3.75 or higher weighted GPA at the end of the fall semester of junior year. Students meeting eligibility requirements will be invited to apply in the spring of their junior year and are offered admission into the society, if they are found to meet further high standards of sustained service, leadership and character as determined by a selection committee. Accepted members are inducted in a formal ceremony in May of their junior year. Meetings will be announced.

Rho Kappa-National Social Studies Honor Society
Adam Leonard
Aleonard@hcrhs.org
Rho Kappa is a national honor society for students who excel in social studies. Juniors and seniors may apply and be inducted into this organization based on the strength of their academic abilities, the recommendation of their teachers, their interest in studying social studies and furthering their understanding of this field, and their contributions to the community. Eligible students may be considered for admission during their junior and senior years and must meet several requirements. They must attend Hunterdon Central for at least one semester prior to their application. They must have completed four semesters of social studies and plan on completing at least six during their high school career while maintaining at least a 3.3 unweighted average. Students must also have and maintain an average of at least 3.3 across all of their coursework at Hunterdon Central. Finally, eligible applicants must show evidence of community service and provide a recommendation from a teacher describing their qualifications. Honor society members offer their services to students seeking help and guidance in their social studies courses and for those needing support preparing for AP exams. In addition, members have a role in managing, cataloging, and displaying the collections housed in the Hunterdon Central Archives. The organization also has a charitable component, in which members select and support worthy causes in the area of social studies to support. Please contact Mr. Leonard for more information. Meetings are held one Wednesday per month in the Little Theater.

Science National Honor Society
Victoria Grasso
vgrasso@hcrhs.org
Science National Honor Society is a prominent scientific organization that will engender a new group of young thinkers who will be the future of industry, research, and scientific exploration for America. We meet once a month on Thursdays block 5 in the Little Theater. New junior and senior membership applications will be open in September and will close in October. Interested students who miss the deadline will need to apply the next school year.

Spanish Honor Society
Scott Saks
Ssaks@hcrhs.org
Spanish National Honor Society is a national organization where we promote and celebrate the Spanish langauge, culture and heritage. We have our meetings once a month on Thursday's during block 5 in the Little Theatre. The calendar of meetings is in Google Classroom. New junior and senior membership applications will be open in September and close in October. Please look out for announcements this year from the morning announcements and/or your Spanish teacher. You must be currently enrolled in Spanish to be inducted. Google Classroom code: dkixahh

Thespian Society (Dramatics Honor Society)
Gail Enterline
genterli@hcrhs.org
The Thespian Society is an International Honors Society that promotes excellence and stewardship in High School Theater. Hunterdon Central’s Troupe 3035 is made of students who participate in the Hunterdon Central extra-curricular theater program and who strive to personify the values of inclusion, acceptance and service to the community that the organization represents. Membership is by invitation based on participation. For information on theater opportunities here at Central please join the Central Theater Classroom (code 646vfe5)

Tri-M Music Honor Society
Robert Kenny
rkenny@hcrhs.org
Tri-M Music Honor Society is a national organization with chapters in high schools all across the country. This group is open to sophomores, juniors and seniors who have an “A” average in the music courses they have taken at Central, and an average of “B” or better in all of their classes. Students must also be currently enrolled in a music course. This is a service organization, so students present musical performances in the community or tutor younger students in music after school. We are open to new ideas! For more information, contact Mr. Stevenson.

Academic Team 

AI Club

Astronomy Club

Biological Association

Chemistry Olympics

Code Club

FPV Drone Freestyle

Girls Who Code

Marine Biology Club

Model UN

Mu Alpha Theta/Math League

Psychology Club

Robotics Club

Tech4Teens

Women in STEM

American Sign Language Club

Cartoon Club

Children's Play

Dramatics: 11/12 Play

Dramatics: 9/10 Play

Film Society

HC KPop

Improv Club

Musical (Dramatic)

Society of Young Authors

Stage Crew

The Lamp (School Paper)

Amnesty International

Black Student Union

HC GSA (Gender/Sexuality Alliance)

HC Youth Democrats (Central Young Dems)

Latinx Alliance

Speech and Debate

Third Wave

Youth & Government

Connect Club

Environmental Society

Global Outreach

Habitat for Humanity

Interact Club

Key Club

Operation Smile

Peer Leadership

Red Cross Club

Student Soldier Support Club

All Strings Attached

Chorale

Jazz Band

Madrigals

Marching Band

Music Production Club

Musical-Pit Orchestra

Noteworthy

Central Broadcasting Club

DECA Club

Echo (Yearbook)

FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)

HOSA (Health Occupations Students of America)

Investing Club

Mock Trial

Nurses of the Future

Pioneer of Research Excellence

Bookworms

Chess Club

Dance Team

HC Esports

HC Unified Jump Rope Club

Indoor Color Guard

Intramural Club

Play It Forward

Ski and Snowboard Club

Strength & Conditioning Club

Tabletop Games

1>99 Student Ministry

Asian Student Alliance

Chinglish Club

The Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Franglais Club

GAVE (German-American Virtual Exchange)

Jewish Culture Club

Muslim Student Association (MSA) and Friends

Knitting & Crocheting Club

Leaders of Healthy Lifestyles

Strides Against Stigma