Activities & Clubs

Learn and Develop AI tools and engage in friendly competition against other students.

This program fosters a positive learning environment in to facilitate students' pursuit of excellence by attaining, maintaining and exceeding a 3.0 grade point average, the minimum required for membership.

"To save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer."

Our mission is to create a club where students can get together and learn American Sign Language. Meetings will include quick informational lessons on deaf culture, learning activities, and socialization through a new language.

Amnesty International will campaign and support various human rights movements and activists throughout the world. We also research human's rights and expand our knowledge about political refugees and prisoners.

To share an appreciation of Japanese culture and anime/related media.

Aquila is a student-edited literary magazine featuring the poetry, short stories, art, and photography created by those at Centennial.

To promote Astronomy Education and the wonders of the universe.

Awkward Improv is Centennial's premier improvisational comedy club. We strive to make improv accepting and fun for all and to engage audiences with our interactive and hilarious shows.

Play Badminton (eaglebirdies@gmail.com)

The Badminton Club is a welcoming place, for anyone with an intimate passion for racquet sports, to those who just want to have some fun with friends! You don’t need to be skilled, you just need to be here!

Provide/foster a sisterhood for young girls in our community through virtual activities (poss: in person). Teach the importance of leadership, self-love, and education. Discuss a monthly topic.

Black students and allies dedicated to providing a safe space for Black students. Strengthen and amplify the voices and experiences of Black people through education, discussion, celebration, service.

C# is a student-run a cappella group that gives students an opportunity to sing together outside of the school day, and explore pop literature.

Work to raise funds to support domestic abuse victims.

To play and teach chess to anyone who wants to learn and to have fun.

Chinese Culture Club aims to celebrate Chinese culture with all CHS students through games, food, shows, and more! No prior experience with Chinese or Chinese culture is needed. Meetings are 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month. 
Follow us on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chinese.cultureclub/ 

Do you enjoy classic literature but find yourself with nobody to discuss them with? If so, join us.

Email us at chsclassiclit@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram @chsclassiclit

Help students feel comfortable in what they wear, conversations about fast fashion industry with effects on the environment. Teach practical sewing skills. Inclusive to all.

We develop members' competitive programming/algorithmic problem-solving abilities, provide lessons on algorithmic programming concept, and prepare for competitions, enabling students to improve their problem solving skills and learn about computer science.

Cranes4kids brings a smile to children's faces by making orgami cranes(symbolizing good luck). Monthly we will deliver the cranes to local children's hospitals, possible to earn service hours!

We are a student-led organization with an initiative to help younger kids with social and academic learning through various service activities (letters, read-aloud, origami, etc) and partnering with daycares.

Learn how to knit/crochet in a fun environment to donate projects to hospitals.

To bring food lovers together to celebrate the art of cooking, increase our knowledge of skills, techniques, and recipes, and cook delicious meals from all countries and cultures.

What We Do - Learn skills to secure and harden a multitude of Operating Systems such as Linux, Windows and Cisco

Award Opportunities - Compete on state and national levels. Join a network of experienced high school coders

No Experience Needed. Join a team of passionate and dedicated coders. We welcome all members regardless of your experience.

Eagle Ambassadors are a group of student leaders who will introduce CHS to our feeder schools and community.

To educate all students to the highest levels of academic achievement, to enable them to reach and expand their potential, and to prepare them to compassionate members of society.

The Empire Mock Trial team shares a love of the law, public speaking, and advocacy and competes annually to represent the state at various competitions.

Equality now, Period strives to promote menstrual equity, accessibility, and provide a more inclusive environment by supplying menstrual products to school bathrooms and bettering our community by donating products to those in need.

Practice oral speaking, debate, and collaboration skills and prepare for the National Ethics Bowl Competition

Provide students an opportunity to draft, trade and strategize over fantasy sports.

FBLA-PBL inspires and prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in a global society through relevant career preparation and leadership experiences.

To lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and the Church.

Introduce students to investing in the stock market through national finance and economic competitions.

Practical application of filmmaking and photography.

To celebrate and learn about Francophone culture.

Follow us @CHSfrancaisclub (twitter)

Learn how to build and code a robot, going head to head against other teams in county-wide competitions.

Meetings are held in Rm. 513 (Mr. Watson’s Room)

Train young minds for possible career in education.

Gaming club is a social club for students to meet and play various types of games; these include tabletop, board, and card games.

To promote knowledge and love of the German language and culture

Encourage girls to go into STEM fields through monthly workshops and activities.

A United Nations organization whos mission is to unify girls to change the world encouraging standing up for each other through the promotion of health, safety, and education.

Meets every THREE (3) weeks. Girls Who Code strives to empower Centennial girls to excel in technology by fostering a supportive community, presenting unique opportunities, and paving the way for future leaders.

Focus on website building, logo design, digital art, and design trends over time.

Promote affordable housing by fundraising for the Habitat for Humanity Chesapeake Chapter.

Provide meaningful interaction with residents of Senior Centers.

Social Club. Learn.

Provide support to the local community through volunteering at local events

National medical competition organization.

Plan enhancement activities for the Humanities program.

We will teach a fusion dance that comprises Bollywood and classical-style following the beat of the most famous Indian film songs.

The It's Academic club at Centennial competes at numerous quiz bowl tournaments throughout the year, where participants answer questions covering a broad range of subjects, from history to chemistry to even sports. These competitions test not only your depth of knowledge in certain areas, but also your ability to buzz quickly, similar to Jeopardy. It's Academic itself is a televised academic quiz bowl competition aired on CBS. Every year, our club sends a team of three top players to compete against other teams in the area. In fact, Centennial won the Baltimore-Metro Championships in 2003, 2005, 2007, 2009, and in 2013 as well as the Superbowl in 2009. Anyone who enjoys trivia or competition, regardless of skill level, is welcome to join us at our weekly meetings, where we practice with buzzers and answering questions. If you're interested in what types of questions are offered at tournaments, check out the hsquizbowl.org for free tournament packets and a forum on high school quiz bowl with many resources devoted to it.

Promote fellowship between Jewish and Non Jewish Students at CHS.

To explore and experience Korean Pop Music Culture.

Korean American and any students to inquire about the different cultures.

Largest international student led service organization. Serve through our core values: Leadership, Character Building, Caring and Inclusivity. We work to serve and contribute to our community both in and out of the school setting. Fundraising for UNICEF.
 

To form a strong community of LatinX students here at CHS.

LetterPals is dedicated to supporting senior citizens and hospital patients through letters, artwork, and communication.

Explore LGBTQ+ history

We are a Socratic seminar for your poetry; a safe space to share your words. Join us to find your poetic voice, develop it and learn to what audience you want to direct your work..

We're your gateway to the exciting intersection of medicine and technology. Dive into engaging, hands-on projects, explore the profound impact of machine learning in healthcare. Your skill level doesn't matter—all that's required is your interest in the fusion of medicine and machine learning.

Help secure wishes for kids with terminal illnesses.

Be the change in the world, one wish at a time.

The CHS Math Journal provides students in our community the opportunity to explore intriguing mathematics topics outside of the classroom. Students produce articles about topics in the fields of both pure and applied math and physics. Students are encouraged to explore new and creative aspects in these broad fields. 

Check out past editions on our website: http://chsmathjournal.weebly.com/

We are always looking for new authors and editors! Contact the editorial board at chsmathjournal@gmail.com.

Math team competes with other county high school math teams.

For more information, contact us at mathteamchs@gmail.com.

Provide a space for students to discuss md legislation and state regulatory ballotts.

Mock trial promotes public speaking, advocacy, and legal studies in students interested in pursuing careers in law, theater, and public policy.

Model Congress presents an opportunity for students to engage with American government through role-play and simulation in order to develop a better understanding of civic involvement and government function.

To better public speaking skills and to better educate students in public events.

Music Mentors provides free music lessons to middle and elementary school students that are a part of Centennial High School's feeder system.

To provide an outlet for Centennial music students to perform in the community.

Working to build a welcoming environment for Muslim/non-Muslim students. We Advocate for countries in distress to help raise awareness. Eid Parties which includes henna/food!! Weekly meetings after school..

Email: Centennialhsmsa@gmail.com

Instagram: @centennialmsa

To discuss and participate in outdoor activities while be stewards of nature.

Support animal rescues through fundraising, donation drives and raising awareness of animal welfare issues

The philosophy club is where we dive into life's most intriguing mysteries and debates. From ethics and morality to reality and knowledge, we'll challenge our minds and spark meaningful discussions.

Promote interest in Physics, including Physics Olympiad.

Pickleball Club is committed to promoting a healthy and active outlet for students who are hoping to manage their stress and express themselves through activity. Any skill level is invited.

Promote Pre-Medicine education to help students with their understanding of pursuing a career in medicine

Pyoneers is Centennial's programming club that promotes computer science education through student-organized, county-wide programming lessons and tournaments to expose students to programming and inspire them to explore the field of computer science.

Prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

This is an after-school ensemble of tenor and bass singers, open to all students at CHS to explore their voice and develop better tone and sound with other tenor and bass singers.

The Rubik's Cube Club aims to provide a fun environment for puzzle lovers to explore an assortment of Rubik's Cubes. No experience needed!

Create a safe place for LGBTQ+ students and their allies.  Meetings are Wednesdays after school in room 507.

Focus on services, both direct and indirect, which provides for our community. Under the authority of our local Headquarters, our Club is dedicated to strengthen the values of compassion, responsibility, and leadership throughout the whole school.

Instagram: @CentennialSalvationArmy

Emails: salvationarmychs@gmail.com

To provide an opportunity for students claiming South Asian heritage to come together and participate in a variety of cultural activities.

We identify qualified girls, especially African American high school girls with an unweighted G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher, to actively participate in program planning/execution, support fellow Scholars, and to become involved in the community by carrying out our vision.

To compete in the science bowl.

We compete in 23 different events like biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering, and explore diverse and unique fields, fostering a curiosity to inspire future scientists by participating both locally and nationally. Some competitions may be virtual. We are the number one team in Maryland and have represented our state at nationals for the past 7 years.

• National Science Olympiad
• Maryland Science Olympiad

The SGA gives students a voice in making CHS a better and more inclusive place for all students. Together, we plan spirit activities and engage the school in efforts that make CHS a welcoming community for all.

Speech & Debate teaches crucial skills like public speaking, communication, & critical thinking applicable in any area or field and promotes the mastery of oration & its facets of persuasion, eloquence, and storytelling through a multitude of competitive and educational events.

Contact us centennialdebateteam@gmail.com or Instagram @centennialspeechdebate

The CHS Technology Journal is a great place for all technology enthusiasts. It provides students with opportunities to interact with other students who have a shared interest in innovations and to broaden our knowledge of emerging technologies. The main goal of the journal is to provide an opportunity for students in our community to research, discuss and write articles about technology, and to explore and engage in novel topics outside the classroom.

 

We play Ultimate Frisbee! We teach each other strategies and techniques and share our enthusiasm for the sport with anyone who joins us. All are welcome!

Helping the world's children: UNICEF engages students (through fundraising, advocating, informing, and hosting events) to empower children in our local community and across the 190 countries in partnership with the initiative.

Gain awareness of disabled students. Pair students with disabilities with a typical peer encouraging relationships and friendships. To promote inclusivity among the population at CHS.

Learn how to develop a web application using React.js! Collaborate with peers in a community of programmers. No previous experience needed.

We are the school's official student newspaper of record.

We are dedicated to a lifelong hobby that promotes personal growth and stimulation that encourages creativity, innovation and fulfillment.

Raise awareness/provide support for the Wounded Warriors Project through organized fundraising benefiting veterans/families. Educate peers/community about their sacrifices/challenges.

We provide a space for students to work on all types of creative and journalistic writing.

To share and promote writing among student population

To inform students about current, political events and advocate for issues important to students. All political affiliations are welcome.

Uniting students to deepen their relationship with God and impact their school for Christ.

Collaborate with other students, climate change experts, and environmental decision makers. Those involved must commit to participating in five discussions on climate topics through meetings facilitated by your chapter leader and contribute to your chapter's action project