Clubs

Acton-Boxborough Community Outreach (ABCO)

Ms. Chu - Counseling

ABCO undertakes group community service projects that address local and regional needs and encourages volunteer involvement for all AB students.


Amnesty International

Ms. Ervick - Social Studies, Mr. McCaughey - Science

Amnesty International is devoted to fighting human rights abuses around the world by raising awareness in the community and by writing letters to government officials.


Anime Crew

Mrs. Hirshfield - English

Fans of anime meet weekly after school to watch and discuss animated films and participate in related activities.


Art Club

Ms. Mackay - Visual Arts

Members take part in service learning experiences and opportunities for group and individual art projects.


ASHA for Education

Ms. Saniuk - Science

Students participate in awarenss and fundraising activities to benefit education in impoverished areas of India.


Best Buddies

Ms. Chu - Counseling, Ms. Morgan - Special Education

Best Buddies pairs "peer buddies" with students with in the Occupational Development Program and holds group activities for students interested in having fun and getting to know each other better.


Common Ground

Ms. Baker - English

AB's gay-straight alliance works to create a safe, comfortable atmosphere and respectful environment for all ABRHS students. Meets weekly after school.


Film Club

Ms. Reynolds - English

Students meet weekly after school to view and discuss films of interest.


Fire and Rain

Ms. Leavitt - World Language - Liaison

Fire and Rain is a student-run prayer group that meets weekly after school.


Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

Mr. Lochrie - English

Students interested in careers in business or a business-related field participate in career exploration and leadership activities.


Interact Club

Ms. DeBlois - World Language

Interact is a Rotary sponsored service club that provides an opportunity to participate in local, national and international service projects.


National Honor Society

Mr. Noeth - Mathematics, Mrs. Watkins - Social Studies

Seniors must have been in high school for at least 14 marking terms and juniors for at least 10 marking terms. Good character, outstanding academic achievement, school and and community service, and leadership; at least a 3.7 Grade Point Average or 3.9 Weighted Grade Point Average.

Students must be nominated by a number of faculty and will be notified by the National Honor Society Advisor, and asked to submit an application (to be reviewed by the Faculty Council). more>>


Outdoor Club

Mr. Kalagher - Science

Students plan and participate in outings such as hiking, fishing and sailing.


Peer Leadership Group

Mr. Green - Social Studies

Students help educate junior high and elementary students about social issues such as drug addiction and peer pressure after making a personal commitment to abstain from alcohol and other drug use.


Photo Club

Mr. Martin - Visual Arts

Designed to provide advanced photo students with extra dark room time and experience.


Recycling Group

Mr. Singer, Ms. Constantzos- Special Education

Students empty receptacles weekly and manage the recycling process.


Students Against Destructive Decisions (SADD)

Mrs. Cohen - Special Education

Mrs. Bohmiller - Special Education

SADD meets bi-weekly in the evening to undertake a variety of activities to battle drunk driving.


Student Announcers

Ms. DeRome - Principal's Assistant

A small group of students share responsibility for presenting daily announcements for the school over the public address system.


Ultimate Frisbee Team

Mr. Menninger - Social Studies

Newcomers and experienced players focus on skills improvement and intramural competition in the fall and spring


VOICE

Ms. Voorhees - Library

Students work toward a school culture of inclusion of all students and appreciation of diversity.


WHAB (radio station) and Channel 8 (cable)

Mr. Drinkwater - Studio Manager

Students are involved in all aspects of the student-run radio station and the local access cable television station.


Youth in Philanthropy

Mrs. Steeves - Student/Faculty Support Coordinator, Mrs. Langdon - Mathematics (on leave)

Students attend training sessions to learn about philanthropy and non-profit organizations and then participate in the evaluation of grant applications.


Modified: 1/12/09