Concord High School

Advisor: Nick Ellis

3:00 - 4:00 | Once a month: 3rd Thursday | W5026

The CHS Anime Club is a place for all things anime, manga, and other illustrated art forms. Club attendees generally share an anime episode to view during club, find a low-key illustration craft to share, or celebrate current events and holidays through anime culture. The club will also include Just Dance and Karaoke. All are welcome to join in room W5026!.

Advisor: Lauren Owens

7:10 - 7:40 | Thursday mornings | W3042

CHS's most diverse and celebratory club! Be the Change has been a significant part of CHS pride for over 15 years. Through our monthly events, it is our mission to spread awareness and build appreciation for the rich heritage and ethnic backgrounds represented in our student body. Our most beloved event, International Night, takes place each spring involving a massive spread of home-cooked cultural meals made by our students and families followed by stunning performances including dancing, singing and music ensembles. Be the Change club is for everyone! We are an inclusive community that welcomes students of all racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds. Come stop by our morning meetings on Thursdays from 7:10-7:40 in W3042. Contact Ms. Owens for more information.

Advisor: Joe Proulx

3:00 - 4:00 | Tuesday & WIN | Rm. E412

Come by room E412 during WIN block (when you are all caught up with your classes) for a casual game of chess.

Advisor: Jill Dater

WIN | Once a month during WIN | W5005

We are an informal club of readers who gather together during WIN to talk about what we are reading, have time to read, and celebrate books and bookish things. This is an informal club that (so far) has not assigned a certain book to the group, but just talked in general about what everyone is reading.

Advisor: Christine Graham

4:00 - 6:45 | Tues to Fri | 19 Loudon Rd

Concord Crew is a co-ed rowing team providing high school students from Concord and the surrounding areas (this is NOT a Concord High School sport) with the opportunity to experience all the sport of rowing has to offer: competition, team building, fitness, community service and, yes, fun. We accept athletes from the greater Concord, New Hampshire, area. We attend several fall races each year (usually including the Textile River Regatta, the NH Championships and the Head of the Fish), a full slate of spring races (including the Amber Zapakota Memorial, the Saratoga Invitational and the NE Youth Championships). There is no experience required to join either fall or spring seasons. 99% of those that join have never rowed before. Come be a cox and work on your leadership skills or be a rower and power our 60ft boats!

Advisor: Bill Pribis

7:15 am | Mornings (tbd) | w5025

CHS Fellowship Club is Christian-based but anyone is welcome to join if they please. The Club will include Bible reading, voluntary testimony sharing, and will be student led. CHS Fellowship is a spot where students can go and feel a sense of Christian community that they may not feel on a normal basis. Whether you are new to Christianity or you have been religious your whole life, CHS Fellowship is a spot where you can grow closer to Christ and be encouraged to walk in the light of the Lord. Contact Mr. Pribis or Tiana Serrato with any questions.

Advisor: Steve Largy

12:45-1:20 | During advisory | [TBD]

Tidal Wave (formerly CHS Live) produces Concord High School student-led and produced school announcements and video content via recorded and live presentations from the Concord TV studio to be broadcast during or outside the school day as all episodes are posted on our Tidal Wave YouTube channel. Come be a part of a real life TV crew and learn to work on either side of the camera. We meet during the week in advisory and on certain WIN days! Feel free to drop by the studio and ride the Wave!

Advisor: Krystin Cooney, Sam Ratacik, Liz O'Neil

7:15 - 7:45 | Wednesday & WIN | Academic Center

Formerly called Varsity Club, the CHS Tide Social Club is your place for all things CHS community! We host community events, facilitate pep rallies, spring fling, winter carnival, homecoming and more!! Are you a CHS student? Are you interested in leadership opportunities? Do you want to be like the school that you see in school spirit tiktoks? Do you like to have fun? If you answered yes to any of these, then this club is for you! We want to build the school community that you want to be a part of! Roll Tide!

Advisor: Katherine McDonough, Alice Octerski

3:00 - 4:00 | 2nd Wednesday | W2047

Classics Club celebrates ancient Mediterranean civilizations, including the ancient Romans, the ancient Greeks, and the ancient Egyptians. Throughout the year, we play games, watch movies, and host celebrations related to the mythology, language, history, and culture of these ancient peoples. All are welcome!

Advisor: Jenn Speidel

3:00 - 4:00 | Wednesday | Crimson Closet

A club that is working to create a culture of sustainability in fashion. The mission: Establish a process that accepts clothing donations so they can be reclaimed by students to reduce the impact of fast fashion, promote community, and help others in need. Meets weekly on Monday from 3-4 in the thrift shop. For more information, contact Jenn Speidel.

Advisor: Bart Pospychala

2:45 - 4:00 | Wednesday | W5027

CHS @ CHS! Your weekly after-school escape into the mysterious and unknown… Whether you're a true believer or just cryptid-curious, join fellow students as we dive into the world of Bigfoot, aliens, shadowy government cover-ups, interdimensional portals, and other mysteries that defy explanation. We share stories, analyze sightings, debate theories, and explore the weirdest corners of our universe — all in the name of curiosity and a little fun.

Advisor: Clint Klose

The CHS Drama Club is an audition-based club open to all students with a passion for theatre. We are a welcoming and supportive group that values creativity, dedication, and teamwork. Rehearsals are held after school. While the audition process is competitive, it provides a great opportunity for students to grow and showcase their talents. Throughout the year, we produce a variety of plays and musicals, offering students the chance to perform in high-quality productions. For more information, contact Director Clint Klose

Advisor: Meghan Fernandes

[TBD] | Tuesday afterschool / Thursday mornings | [TBD]

Advisor: Darcy Ferry

3:00 - 5:00 | Saturdays Starting in February | Abaris Stables

The CHS Equine Club is a club for horse enthusiasts! We start practice in February to prepare for horse shows in April. In order to be a rider on the team, you must have access to your own horse and be able to trailer to Abaris Stables in Concord (our home base) for practice. If you are interested in participating from the ground (not on horseback), we do have a 'Ground Team' that competes at the horse shows in various classes. Please contact Darcy Ferry for more information about this club.

Advisor: Bill Pribis

2:45 - 4:00 | Every other Tuesday | w5025

Are you concerned about ethical issues in our society? Then Ethics Club might be for you! The Club meets approximately bi-weekly to discuss and debate modern-day moral dilemmas. And there are a lot of them! Our members compete against other high schools in a debate-styled 'ethics bowl' sponsored by St. Anselm College. We take field trips to St. A's to meet and mingle with like-minded students from other N.H. high schools. We also host interesting and topical guest speakers. Participants in this Club are eligible for a .5 credit towards graduation through CHS's ELO program. All are welcome! Contact Mr. Pribis with any questions.

Advisor: Jennifer Speidel

3:00 - 4:00 | Monday and every other WIN | W3110

Fem Now is a club that empowers intersectional feminism through Concord High School and the local community. Runs the Red Dot program at CHS. The Red Dot is a series of lockers spread throughout the building that has everything you might need if you start your period at school including clothing. Fem Now meets weekly from 3-4 on Wednesdays. For more information, contact Jenn Speidel.

Advisor: Molly McCrum

2:45 - 3:45 | monthly - Wednesdays after school, some Friday mornings | W2037

French Club celebrates the vibrant cultures of the Francophone world- France, Canada, West Africa, the Caribbean, and beyond. Throughout the year, we enjoy French-themed games and activities, cook delicious treats like crêpes, ployes, and bûche de Noël, explore art, music, and language, and connect through events like Winter Carnival and Spring Fling. Whether we're visiting a local museum or hosting a Copain secret de Noël, every meeting offers something new. All are welcome - bienvenue! We're also exploring the addition of a National French Honor Society component for those interested in academic recognition and leadership. Rejoignez-nous pour une année amusante et enrichissante! For more information, reach out French Club Advisor, Madame McCrum

Advisor: Jonathan Flower

[TBD] | Officers Wed AM/Members every other WIN | West House

Three roles: (1) Represent 9th graders for any school issues they feel need discussion, (2) Fund Raise for Class of 2029, (3) Seek ways to develop school community and have fun

Advisor: Sarah Coughlin, Marnix Van Steenbergen

6:00 - 7:30pm | Monthly during GAPP years | W2039

The German American Partnership Program (GAPP) is a family-based cultural and academic exchange that has been in place between Concord High School and the Maximilian Kolbe Gymnasium in Wegberg, Germany since 1981. Every other fall (ending in an odd-numbered year) German students visit Concord for one month, living in the homes of selected CHS students and attending CHS. The following summer, those CHS students travel to Germany, live for one month in Wegberg with their host brother or sister's family, attend our partner school, and enjoy excursions to neighboring cities and sites. This program is designed to build understanding and friendship between German and American high school students and their families. It not only deepens and enhances the participants' knowledge and appreciation of the host country, but also to enable young people to become more aware of their own culture and values. Students will improve their language skills, experience another culture as a member of a family, form international friendships, become more globally conscious and, of course, have fun! Contact Frau Coughlin or Herr von Stein for more information!

Advisor: Sarah Coughlin, Marnix Van Steenbergen

6:00 - 8:00pm | Once during each school vacation | TBD

Ready to mix delicious food with German and make some hilarious memories? The CHS German Club hosts a Stammtisch (regulars' table) during school vacations at local Concord restaurants and you're invited! We're looking to practice our German through fun, relaxed conversations—in Deutsch or whatever mash-up of Denglisch works for you! Mistakes? Bring them. Forgetting vocab? Totally fine. It's all part of the experience—we're here to laugh, learn, and enjoy some great food together. Former exchange students, CHS German alumni, and current students of all levels are ready to help you brush up your skills in a real world setting. So grab your friends, your appetite, and your adventurous spirit—we'll see you there! Contact Frau Coughlin to be added to our email list for upcoming meetings!

Advisor: Krystin Cooney, Tom Mungovan

7:15 - 7:40 | Wednesday mornings | Academic Center

Love Trivia? Full of unique knowledge? This club is for you. This group works to compete in quiz competitions across the state and hopefully competes in the Granite State Challenge. For more information, please contact Krystin Cooney or Tom Mungovan

Advisor: Liz O'Neil

3:00 - 4:00 | Monday after school | W4014

Interested in reporting? Current events? Writing? Journalism Club is the place for you! We meet Mondays in W4014 and all are welcome! Students report out on events happening around the school, write reviews about their favorite books, music, and movies, and submit their own creative pieces for publication! Reach out to Ms. O'Neil with questions!

Advisor: Matt Skoby

7:15 - 7:40 | Friday Morning | W4033

Advisor: Erika Dietsch, Erin Martin, Kristi Nyhan

2:45 - 3:45 | Tuesdays | Art Wing w2096

National Art Honor Society is a club for people who enjoy art, working with others, and enjoy being creative. We work on community-based art initiatives, art inspired fundraisers, as well as make our own artwork as well. Field trips throughout the year help us stay current with art techniques, processes and artists. We are a registered chapter of NAHS. For more information, contact Erika Dietsch.

Advisor: Jonathan Flower, Lisa Lamb

6:00 pm | First Tuesday of the Month | [TBD]

Celebrate academic excellence at CHS. Give back to the community through community service.

Advisor: George Lemay, Srikanth Kaushik

3:00 - 5:00 | Wednesdays and Thursdays | Lab / West commons

Tidal Force team #1721 is a competitive global FIRST Robotics team. Our mission is to 'inspire students and the Greater Concord Community to solve complex problems and to change the world.' Financially we operate and are supported by the 501(c)3 organization, Concord Robotics. Each year we are tasked with designing and building a robot to compete in the FIRST Robotics Competition which is held in March-April, however we do work year round as we are more than robots. While you will learn the mechanical, electrical, CAD and software skills needed to build a competitive robot, you will also learn about and be expected to participate in community outreach, business and fundraising events that are necessary to keep the team operating. Students will develop leadership and soft skills including communication, and networking as they work cooperatively with their peers, adult mentors and industry professionals. There is no fee to participate and students do not need any prior experience but should have an interest in STEAM. The team generally meets twice a week after school until 5pm beginning in September, which is when training begins. There are occasions where additional meeting days will be needed. FIRST kicks off the robotics build season in January which lasts for 6-8 weeks. During this time the team meets 7 days per week. Competitions take place in March-April throughout New England so there is some travel during this time. World Championships are held in April, qualifying teams travel to Houston, TX to compete. FIRST likes to say, 'Robotics is the hardest fun you will ever have'. Parent participation is encouraged. This team provides an opportunity for students to receive Extended Learning Opportunity course credit.

Advisor: Alyson Schuyler

3:00 - 4:30 | Wednesdays | NH Climbing and Fitness

The CHS Rock Climbing Club is associated with the School League program at NH Climbing and Fitness. There are Fall, Winter, and Spring sessions offered through the NHCF. We climb every Wednesday during the School League Sessions and students have the opportunity to compete in competitions in both Bouldering and Sport Climbing. Students who want to climb with the group more casually can purchase a day pass to the gym or if students have a membership they can climb with us any time. Students do not need any previous experience to join the club and the gym provides/rents equipment to members of the School League. There is a fee to participate in the NHCF School League program.

Advisor: Sarah Fuhrmeister, Becky Tancrede

12:35 - 1:20 | WIN (hoping to add a morning) | W5033

'Nothing About Us Without Us.' The primary goals for the CHS Student Voice Committee are to improve school culture and develop leadership skills. We hope to accomplish these primary goals by engaging young people in the decision-making process at school. We believe that schools function better when there is true communication between students and adults in the building, and that students can provide valuable expertise to adults on how to foster a more positive school culture. Students can and should be a school leader's greatest ally in developing school improvement. In order to be true partners with adults, we believe young people have to develop key leadership skills, including; working collaboratively in a team setting, public speaking, critical thinking, and advocacy.

Advisor: Laura Prewitt, Wendy Lahkdim

7:20 - 7:40/after school | Every other Wednesday morning | W2042

The Spanish Club is a welcoming and energetic group for students who want to explore the Spanish language and the rich cultures of Latin America and Spain. We celebrate traditional holidays like Día de los Muertos and Carnaval and we watch Spanish movies to immerse ourselves in the Spanish language. We have fiestas with music, dance, food and crafts from the Spanish-speaking world. We also dine out at a local Mexican restaurant. Members can improve their speaking skills through fun games and conversation practice. Whether you're just starting out or already fluent, Spanish Club is a great way to make friends, learn something new, and have a blast. ¡Todos son bienvenidos!

Advisor: Heather Ouelette-Cygan, Archer Miller

2:45 - 3:30 | Mondays | W4004

The mission of the Tide Pride Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) is to bring together members of the LGBTQ+ community and their straight allies to fight to end homophobia and transphobia on campus and in the community. Tools to help accomplish this mission include: activities that advocate making Concord High School and its surrounding community safe and welcoming to all students regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity and expression, as well as social gatherings that inform the general public about our cause. In addition to outreach to the wider community, Tide Pride also aims to provide support and to create a safe space for LGBTQ+ students and their allies.

Advisor: Gabriel Cohen

[TBD] | Every other Tuesday after school | [TBD]

The Tri-M Music Honor Society is a prestigious organization that recognizes outstanding music students in middle and high schools across the United States. Established by the National Association for Music Education (NAfME), Tri-M (Modern Music Masters) aims to promote the value of music education and encourage academic excellence, leadership, and community service through music. Membership is based on a combination of musical achievement, leadership qualities, and a commitment to serving others in the community. Members participate in various activities, including performances, outreach programs, and music-related service projects. These experiences not only enhance their musical skills but also foster a sense of teamwork and responsibility. CHS Tri-M members attend bi-weekly meetings, volunteer in the Performing Arts department, as well as the Concord Community. They also organize various music events throughout the year.

Advisor: Jessica Jordan, Deb Colby

TBD | 1 WIN per month | OCA

We are the crew behind Concord High School's most memorable keepsake! The yearbook isn't just a collection of photos, it's a living archive of our school's story. Each edition captures the faces, events, and spirit of Concord High, preserving memories for generations to come. From pep rallies and sporting events to quiet moments in the classroom, we record it all. If you've ever wanted to help shape how this school year is remembered, now's your chance. We're kicking off with what we hope to be weekly meetings and looking for passionate students to join our team! For more information, contact Deb Colby or Jess Jordan.

Advisor: Archer Miller

3rd or 4th WIN | 1 WIN per month | W2001