Activities & Clubs

Active Minds focuses on mental health awareness, education, advocacy, connections, and building a strong and resilient community.

The African Student Association (ASA) is a high school organization that aims to promote unity and community among African and non-African students. The ASA's mission is to increase the awareness of diversity and multi-cultural aspects of Africa and the African people.

Targeting African-American males in grades 9 - 12, the Alpha Achievers Program is a youth centered educational program jointly supported by Howard County Public Schools, the Alpha Foundation of Howard County and the Kappa Phi Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated. Operating in all twelve Howard County high schools, the program fosters a positive learning environment that encourages academic excellence and leadership development. 

Since it’s founding in 1997, the program seeks to promote character growth, develop leadership skills, and encourage its members to become engaged in their school and community.  Current membership includes over 300 members. 

Alpha Achievers partner with other student led organizations such as Delta Scholars and the Black Student Achievement Program (BSAP). As a requirement Alpha Achievers are required to complete twenty-one hours of community service each academic year. 
  
For more information please visit www.AlphaAchievers.org. 

Art Club is open to all students interested in painting murals, banners, creating aesthetic spaces, fun art-making activities, and discussing arty topics. We meet with National Art Honor Society.

The Asian American Association (AAA) spreads knowledge of and promotes the appreciation of Asian culture within the Long Reach community.

The Long Reach Bakers use the exploration of baking techniques and recipes to better skills, increase attention to detail, work on process building, and just have fun with yummy treats.

The Mission of the Black Student Union Club is to ensure a viable resource to African American students and to others interested, to their parents and to the community. Our goal is to educate students about the African American culture and historical accomplishments through learning, acknowledging, and respecting those of the past. We promote a positive, nurturing, and safe environment to enrich all students so that the can be college and career ready upon graduation. We strive to motivate and enrich all by providing opportunities that promote excellence through diversity.

Provides an opportunity for enthusiastic students to support the Class of '26 with graduation and other activities

Engage 10th graders, fundraise, and ignite school spirit.

Engage 9th graders, fundraise, and ignite school spirit.

DECA is a club that prepares future leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in fields like marketing, finance, hospitality, and management. It's a fun and hands-on way for students to develop skills and connect with the business world, giving them a real head start on their professional journey. It's all about building the next generation of innovators!

"Geared toward newcomers and veterans alike, the D&D Club welcomes all who want to enjoy tabletop roleplaying games. Players do not need to have previous experience or equipment to join. The club fosters expanding friend groups and deepening friendships as well as learning more about the game through roleplaying, character-building, and storytelling in a safe and welcoming environment."  Meeting times: Thursdays, 2:40 to 4 pm

Educators Rising is a career and technical student organization designed to create a clear pathway for addressing teacher shortages while ensuring educators reflect the communities they serve. Educators Rising provides students and staff the opportunity to bridge the gap between the profession and student's life. Currently, LRHS has nine students in the Teaching Academy field placement this year.

The purpose of the Long Reach French club is to teach students about French culture, enjoy French food, and gain an appreciate for the French language.

Future Business Leaders of America is the nation's largest studentwide organization dedicated to helping young individuals prepare for careers in business, from social media strategies to personal finance to public speaking. FBLA offers many opportunities to demonstrate knowledge and gain awards to add to your resume, all while networking and learning from other business leaders across the country. Competition winners get the opportunity to travel to Ocean City, Maryland and compete across the nation in locations such as Orlando, Florida and Anaheim, California.

The LRHS Gender Sexuality Alliance’s primary aim is to contribute to a safer learning environment at Long Reach High School, in accordance with HCPSS policy 9020 and 1040

• Through discussion groups, events, and exercises; GSA will in accordance with HCPSS policy, promote the end of bullying and defamatory language at Long Reach towards students based upon their perceived sexual orientation.
• GSA’s secondary objective is to help students learn how to defend their points of view firmly and respectfully
• At GSA students will have the freedom to voice their opinions and be heard by like-minded peers
• GSA will distance from exploration of personal sexuality, but rather focus on the advance of civil rights for the LGBTQIA+ community as a whole.

Rehearse improv games and perform at Coffee House, Long Reach Has Talent, etc.

The International Thespian Society is an Honors Society that recognizes theatrical contributions to Long Reach High School. It is open to all members who have earned points by participating in theatre productions inside and outside of school. International Thespian Society

Students compete in trivia conferences, particularly in history conferences.

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The purpose of this group is to provide community and support for students who identify as Christian.

A dance club that focuses on K-pop culture. This club meets twice a week.

The mission of the Latino Lightning Club is to create a community in which we share the same interests and find opportunities for our fellow Latin/Hispanic students. The club is a space where students can build community and promote academic growth and enrichment. Our goal as the Latino Lightning Club is to inspire a school community through the rich diversity that the Latino community offers in our school.

The Lightning Leaders is a group of students nominated by staff, self, or other students who serve Long Reach High School as school ambassadors. They act as "buddies" to newly enrolled students, showing them around for the first few days, eating lunch with them and, in general, acclimating them to their new school. Lightning Leaders serve as guides and ushers for functions such as “Back-to-School Night,” eighth grade orientation, awards assemblies, and graduation. Lightning Leaders are chosen on the basis of their character and a strong desire to serve the school and community.

The Lit Love Collective provides a safe space to read for relaxation and personal enjoyment/enrichment. 

Open to Juniors and Seniors. The purpose of this organization is to encourage participation in and recognition of mathematics ability and ingenuity. The club will encourage a dedication to the pursuit of mathematical knowledge that benefits all mankind. Members must maintain a 3.4 overall GPA and a 3.5 Math GPA. Completion of at least one GT or AP math course prior to junior year and current enrollment in at least one upper level Math course is required.  Students are expected to complete an AP Math course and take an AP exam while in high school.  Students must pass a math assessment covering material from Algebra and Geometry in order to be inducted.  

We review techniques and learn new methods to solve math team style questions. Once per month we attend a competition where we are awarded points for correct answers.

This club supports student interest in medical careers. 

MESA seeks to foster exciting experiences in engineering with all student, but special emphasis on underrepresented groups, in the STEM field. Students will work in groups of up to four people to design a solution to one of four challenge problems. The project will be submitted to the county MESA competition, and if successful, could go to States and even Nationals!

The program's objectives are to (1) Further understanding of the law, court procedures, and the legal system; (2) Increase proficiency in soft skills such as listening, speaking, reading, and reasoning; and (3) Heighten appreciation for academic studies as well as career consciousness of law-related professions.

Students participate in foreign policy simulations in practice and conferences.

Our purpose is to empower the women both in and out of Long Reach and shine lights on the issues that women face today. We strive to make school a comfortable place for everyone to express themselves freely.

A student organization that brings Muslim students together, helps raise awareness about Islam, and creates bonds with other students and organizations in our school and others around the county.

The National Art Honor Society (NAHS) is a program for high school students in grades 9–12 that recognizes students who demonstrate an interest and ability in art. The National Art Education Association established the NAHS in 1978 to inspire students, help them achieve high standards, and bring art education to the attention of the school and community. The NAHS offers many benefits to its members, including: Peer recognition, Leadership growth opportunities, College and career preparation, Recognition of their art program, and Scholarship opportunities.

Celebrate students who have demonstrated excellence in their ELA classes. Make Long Reach and the surrounding community a more literary place.

National Honor Society extols the virtues of academics, leadership, service, and character. The current National Honor Society is affiliated with the Grassroots Organization for their service project.

One Love Foundation is a national non-profit organization with the goal of ending relationship abuse. We empower young people with the tools and resources they need to see the signs of healthy and unhealthy relationships and bring life-saving prevention education to their communities.

The LRHS Ping Pong/Chess Club hosts competitive tournaments among club members each week. Come find us in the atrium or Room 250 after school on Tuesdays to join

Providing opportunities to develop and promote creative expression and student voice.

Our high school poms team is dedicated to creating a vibrant and dynamic environment where jazz, hip hop, and pom performances come to life with high energy and passion. We strive to build lasting friendships and foster discipline, focusing on enhancing our technique and performance quality. Through rigorous practice and unwavering support for one another, we aim to elevate our collective entertainment value while growing as dancers and individuals. Together, we celebrate our shared love for dance, embrace personal and team growth, and inspire excellence both on and off the stage.

Purple Pals (Formerly Best Buddies) is a group that seeks to promote community between students with and without disabilities by providing social opportunities amongst peers. Purple Pals hopes to establish genuine and long-lasting friendships between Long Reach students.

Provide students a space to socialize while completing puzzles.

Honor society for students who excel in the social sciences. Meetings are monthly. More information here.

The mission of The Scholars Leadership Program is to identify qualified girls, especially African American high school girls in the 10th -12th grade with an unweighted G.P.A. of 3.0 or higher, to actively participate in program planning and execution, support fellow scholars, and to become involved in the community by carrying out the vision of The Scholars Leadership Program.

The vision of the partnership between the Columbia (MD) Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and the Howard County Board of Education is to provide encouragement  for students to excel academically, be given assistance in setting goals and planning for their future, while offering opportunities for leadership through educational workshops, cultural workshops, and community service for identified students in the 10th - 12th grades.

Meetings are held bi-weekly on Thursdays.

The Société honoraire de français is the honor society for upper level French students. To be invited to the chapter, students must maintain an A- average or higher in their French courses leading up to Junior year or their 4th semester of study. Invitees must also show interest in the promotion and continued study of French language and culture with participation in activities outside of class.

The Sociedad Honoraria Hispánica is the honor society for upper-level Spanish students. To be invited to apply to the chapter, students must be in at least 10th grade, currently enrolled in Spanish 3 or higher, with an 88% or higher for Quarter 1 report card in the year of selection. Students who are identified as meeting these criteria will be sent an application in November. Additionally, students must have an overall A average in their previous Spanish courses. Invitees must also show interest in the promotion and continued study of Spanish language and culture with participation in activities outside of class. Members of the Honor Society must maintain an honors average in both Spanish courses and overall GPA, maintain a good record of conduct, and participate in monthly activities.

Our county is part of the Baltimore Catholic Forensic League and a Speech and Debate League is open to all schools in the greater Baltimore area. Our goal is to encourage and to assist in the development of articulate leaders and to promote curricular and extracurricular speech and debate.

To help students explore possible career paths before fully committing to them.

Monthly book club meetings to discuss books chosen by students as a group.

The student voice group who represent the student body and advocate for their interests. SGAs are responsible for organizing events, managing policies, and implementing initiatives that improve the school experience and student well-being.

Students work building sets and serve as running crew during performances.

Students connect and relax by playing videogames.

Development of weekly meal plans, mental strength, endurance, speed, and power (weight room). The club focuses on Weekly Meal Plans, Cardiovascular Fitness, Muscular Strength, and Endurance. The Health and Wellness Club meets two to three days after school on the track, weather permitting, or in the weight room if the weather is inclement. (Documents required)

The Long Reach High School Environmental Club works to expose students and the community to a sense of environmental stewardship while giving them an increased awareness and appreciation of the multi-faceted impacts of human interactions with the natural world. Campus clean-ups, native plant garden, environmental education and service. Talk to Mr. Jacobs (Room 348) to learn how you can get involved with improving recycling, water and energy conservation efforts, ecological improvements at school, staff and student environmental awareness, and so much more!