Art Club

Art Club provides a welcoming atmosphere where any student or staff member can come to create art, receive help on projects, and participate in an array of art-related activities. Just want to play with art materials and see what you can make? Art Club is for you!

If you are interested in joining Art Club contact: Vito.Cannizzaro@colchestersd.org

Athletic Council

The Colchester High School Athletic Council is dedicated to fostering a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for all student-athletes. We strive to invest in the development of athletic programs across all sports and age groups—from youth to varsity—while building strong leadership, accountability, and school spirit within the Laker community. Our mission is to amplify student voices to promote a positive team culture. Through regular student-athlete check-ins, collaborative leadership with captains and coaches, and consistent standards across all teams, we aim to cultivate exemplary Lakers who lead by example on and off the field. Council members are nominated by coaches, teachers, and peers, and are expected to uphold the values of commitment, respect, and responsibility. Together, we work to grow Colchester Athletics into a model of excellence, inclusion, and pride.

If you are interested in joining Athletic Council contact: Oluwadare.Sowunmi@colchestersd.org, Nicole.Deorsey@colchestersd.org or Benjamin.Marlow@colchestersd.org

CHS Cares

CHS cares is a volunteer organization that meets regularly throughout the school year to help expose students to people who are at a disadvantage (socially, medically, economically, or otherwise). CHS cares works within the school and community to create service projects to help students realize they can make a difference and give them tools to do so. Positive communities can inspire their members in ways that promote a sense of self discovery and group connection, encourage members to express their beliefs and values and build relationships with others.

If you are interested in joining CHS Cares contact: Kerry.Shearman@colchestersd.org

CHS Filmmakers Club

Ever wondered how your favorite movie moments actually come to life? The CHS Filmmaker’s Club gives students the opportunity to learn the basics of writing, producing, filming and editing narrative scenes while creating short films of their own. We meet once a week, where we will learn about a different element of filmmaking, watch relevant movie scenes and create short films in small groups. Each month we will focus on a different genre. Projects and lessons will be related to the genre of the month. We will also create one longer film as a team throughout the school year that we will premiere at the end of the year. If you love movies and are interested in what goes on behind the scenes this is the club for you!

If you are interested in joining CHS Filmmakers Club contact: Alec.Kozlowski@colchestersd.org

Colchester Theatre Co.

The award-winning Colchester High School Theater Company is a yearlong activity for students interested in theatre arts. There are two major theatrical productions each school year: a musical in the fall and a play in the spring. Each production is an opportunity for students to participate as actors, designers, stage crew, or pit band members. Students learn the rewards that come from hard work, ensemble participation and a strong sense of collaboration and commitment as they create exciting performances the whole community can enjoy.

If you are interested in joining the Colchester Theater Company contact: Jeremy.Laroche@colchestersd.org

Theatre Company Rehearsal Schedule

Debate Team

On the Debate Team, students investigate and argue the pros and cons of solutions to current issues against other teams and, using the art of rhetoric, persuade impartial judges to support their side of the argument. Students learn how to properly conduct research, construct arguments, and learn the rhetorical skills of how to argue a topic effectively. Debate meets for practice twice a week and competes with schools across the state at various tournaments. Come join the Colchester Debate Team’s rich history of success, which includes multiple state championships!

If you are interested in joining the Debate Teams contact: TBD

DREAM

The DREAM Mentoring Program connects CHS students with elementary students at MBS who benefit from having a consistent, positive role model in their lives. As a mentor, you’ll meet with your mentee once a week for an hour, doing activities that help build trust, confidence, and deepen your relationship. DREAM is a three year commitment where sophomores work with third graders, juniors with fourth graders, and seniors with fifth graders. To join, you’ll sign up for a short interview with two board members, who help select 8–10 committed mentors each year. We also meet weekly as a group (virtually, before school, or during AT) and choose strong student leaders for our board. If you’re someone who cares about youth, connection, consistency, and making a difference, DREAM is a great place to start.

If you are interested in joining DREAM contact: mfoote@dreamprogram.org

Dungeons and Dragons Club

Join other DnD players for student-led RPG adventures. Everyone is welcome, whether you're just starting out or have been playing for years. Meetings take place about every other week after school in the Library- come and join us!

If you are interested in Dungeons and Dragons contact: avery.kupferer@colchestersd.org

E-Sports

E-Sports club provides a supportive and engaging environment where students can cooperate, compete and develop skills. We're in the early stages of club development but hope to offer teams that will play against other regional high schools in the future. CHS is enrolled in the PlayVS platform that hosts two seasons each year and supports the following games: League of Legends, Super Smash Bros, Rocket League, Splatoon 3, Mario Kart 8, Hearthstone, Madden, and NBA 2k. Join us and help push E-Sports at CHS forward.

If you are interested in joining E-Sports conact: Mike.Mott@colchestersd.org

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) is a student led group that meets every Friday morning before school at 7:00-7:45. This time is spent studying the Bible and how it applies to their lives. Connecting and encouraging one another in their faith in Jesus is a priority. This is a safe supportive environment where students can connect, grow, be a light to others, share struggles and openly ask questions.

If you are interested in joining the FCA contact: Melissa.Towle@colchestersd.org

Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA)

GSA (Gender and Sexuality Alliance) - The GSA brings LGBTQ+ and allied teens together to form a supportive, safe space and to build community. Members of the GSA also work together to organize and advocate around issues impacting them with regard to gender and sexuality justice in school and in the community, and with attention paid to intersectionality in all parts of their identities.

If you are interested in joining the GSA contact: avery.kupferer@colchestersd.org

Green Team

Green Team is a student-run organization that focuses on reducing our environmental footprint individually as well as within our school and local communities. The Green Team works hard to find creative and practical ways to reduce, reuse and recycle!

If you are interested in joining the Green Team contact: Melanie.Laquerre@colchestersd.org

International Club

This is a student-led club that meets during AT to explore world cultures. International Club students explore cultures of various countries. Each meeting, they choose one or several countries, and present their history, food, language and music. Then they share with the group a main dish and desert from that culture. We also sample music and dances that are unique to these countries.

If you are interested in joining the International Club contact: Yara.Hanna@colchestersd.org

Laker Innovation Club

The Laker Innovation Club is a dynamic, student-driven, space where members engage in hands-on projects that combine creative thinking and technical application. The laker Innovation club focuses on empowering students to identify real-world problems and develop innovative solutions through collaboration and experimentation. Our year one group created a CHS student life website where we bring attention to events happening in the Laker community. If you’re a photographer, writer, a person with interest in technology and AI, or want to gain real world job experience, come apply your skills and help us build!

If you are interested in joining the Laker Innovation Club contact: Mike.Mott@colchestersd.org

Magic the Gathering

Step into a world of strategy, politicking, and dynamic battles! Magic: The Gathering Club brings together players of all skill levels to enjoy the world’s most iconic card game. Whether you’re a seasoned planeswalker or just picking up your first deck, our community is here to help you learn, play, and have fun. We host weekly meetups on Monday, where we mostly play the Commander format. Club members can play Commander, trade cards, and discuss deck-building strategies in a friendly and welcoming environment. No experience or cards are required - just bring your curiosity and enthusiasm! Join us to meet fellow MTG fans!

If you are interested in Magic the Gathering contact: Zach.Ziemer@colchestersd.org

Math League

The Greater Burlington Math League consists of students from thirteen area high schools who get together five times during the school year to compete individually and as a team in solving a variety of math problems in various areas (arithmetic, geometry, algebra, and advanced math). All are welcome! Math Team provides an opportunity for students to represent their school in an academic setting, to meet other students with similar interests and abilities, and to explore math topics beyond those normally studied in traditional courses.

If you are interested in Math League contact: Jillian.Mori@colchestersd.org

Mentoring

Mentoring is an opportunity for students who are in good academic standing to volunteer time to support and assist peers with academics during AT. Students meet weekly in the space of the advisor and focus on specific courses or academic goals.

If you are interested in Mentoring contact: Elizabeth.Albright@colchestersd.org

National Honor Society

NHS chapters across the nation strive to honor individuals who excel in the four areas of scholarship, leadership, service and character. Students may become eligible during their Junior year provided they meet the criteria noted. Members work independently during their Junior and Senior years to provide service to both the school and community. At least one community service project is organized and completed by all members annually. NHS also supports recognition of teachers during Teacher Appreciation Week, initiates fundraising to support community service projects, and hosts Red Cross Blood Drives in the fall and spring.

To be eligible for NHS, students must have junior or senior standing and at least a 3.800 cumulative GPA. All eligible students will receive invitations to apply for membership in the first quarter of the academic year. Applications are then reviewed by the Faculty Council and are accepted or declined based on character, service, and leadership potential. NHS recognizes the total student; no student is inducted simply because of a high GPA. For further information regarding the selection process, please visit the NHS page on the CHS website.

Once selected, members must:
  • Maintain their cumulative 3.8 grade point average
  • Continue to abide by school policies and regulations
  • Actively participate in the chapter’s projects and services, including monthly meetings and regular checking of the CHS chapter’s online meeting space
  • Commit to 25 hours of community service for an outside organization and 15 hours of community service for CHS

If a member fails to maintain any of the above criteria, he or she will be placed on probation. Members will have one semester to restore their good standing. If a member is unable to do so, he or she will have the opportunity to appeal to the Faculty Council prior to his or her dismissal from the NHS. Once a student is dismissed from the NHS, he or she may not re-apply. For further information regarding disciplinary procedures, please visit the NHS page on the CHS website.



If you are interested in learning more about NHS contact: george.deane@colchestersd.org

Go to the CHS National Honor Society Website!

CHS National Honor Society Website
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Ski and Board Club

The Ski and Board Club provides students the opportunity to go night skiing at Bolton Valley with their CHS peers. Students board a charter bus immediately after school and head to the mountain. Lessons and rentals are available. Skiers and riders of all abilities are welcome!

All information can be found on the Ski and Board Website.

If you have any questions about Ski & Board Club, please contact: Jason.Thime@colchestersd.org

Social Justice Alliance

The Social Justice Alliance is a student run group that aims to inspire people to use their voices and advocate for themselves and others to create positive change. The SJA wants to raise awareness and understanding of social justice challenges through education and working with a variety of people with different perspectives. We engage in both whole group and small group discussions and activities and plan action steps that support equity and equality in the school and community. Our goal is to make a positive difference at CHS by building an inclusive and accepting environment.

If you are interested in joining the SJA contact: Elizabeth.Albright@colchestersd.org or Kelly.Barrino@colchestersd.org

Speech Team

Speech Team offers students the opportunity to craft and/or perform speeches on a variety of topics. There are a number of categories in which students can compete, from Impromptu (making up a short speech on the spot), to Poetry (delivering and interpreting a poem written by an established poet), to Radio (creating and delivering a radio broadcast), to many more. Students compete against other schools and are judged on their content and delivery.

If you are interested in joining the Speech Team contact: Aimee.Delaricheliere@colchestersd.org

Student Committees

There are several different faculty/student committees for students to join. These committees serve as a mechanism for student voice and form of student empowerment.

If you are interested in learning more about Student Committees contact: Andrew.Conforti@colchestersd.org

Student Council

Student Council is a group of student leaders from each class working to represent the interests of students at Colchester High School and promote positive community and school pride. Student Council is responsible for planning important CHS traditions and can create new school wide initiatives that members propose and organize. In order to be effective, Student Council members need to operate with a high level of student initiative and responsibility. Interested students submit an application of interest with teacher and peer recommendations.

If you are interested in learning more about Student Council contact: Cynthia.Barnes@colchestersd.org or Katherine.Moran@colchestersd.org

The Lake Show

This is a student-centered media club in which students learn many technology concepts and are able to hone their video editing, writing, and planning skills in creating content for The Lake Show. This club is great for students interested in filming, editing, and anchoring school events.

Visit the Lake Show Instagram

If you are interested in joining The Lake Show contact: Matthew.Emery@colchestersd.org

Variety Night

Variety Night is a beloved CHS tradition. It is a grade-based skit competition and, outside of support from the Producer, it is an entirely student-led process. The Producer designates a required theme, three required lines, and three required props. Members from each grade come together to write a 20 minute skit, song and dance included. Students write the script, hold auditions, cast the show, direct/music direct, choreograph, design the lighting and sound cues, and design/make/source the set and props with teacher-directed access to the Theatre Department’s inventory. Students sometimes even write and perform their own music! Most impressively, they do this all in just 3-6 weeks depending on the year. When it’s showtime, each grade competes to get the highest score from a panel of judges and the right to call themselves Variety Night winners.

If you are interested in joining Variety Night contact: Angie.Post@colchestersd.org

We Matter Here

We Matter Here is Colchester High School’s Mental Health Awareness Club. Our goals are to destigmatize mental health, make people feel less alone, and create a culture where mental health is taken seriously and accommodated for. We do this by providing resources and education as well as proactively working to build meaningful community, through regular meetings, sponsoring events, and school-wide wellness initiatives.

Students interested in joining We Matter Here should contact Julie.Pastore@colchestersd.org

Yearbook Club

Yearbook club is a creative, student-led group, responsible for all aspects of the production, formatting, and distribution of our annual CHS Yearbook. Members will gather content, plan page layouts, conduct interviews, write and edit for publication, take and select photos, and collaborate to capture the spirit of the school year. Students gain experience in journalism, photography, graphic design, and project management while working together to create a meaningful keepsake for the school community.

If you are interested in Yearbook contact: Megan.Gagne@colchestersd.org