Clubs and Organizations

American Sign Language Honor Society/Club

Sponsor: Darlene Combs - darlene_r_combs@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: varies -- Location: varies
Group Description: Support the Deaf community by giving back through community service (Note - required for ASLHS membership)

Asian Culture Club

Sponsor: Jennifer Yang - Jennifer_Yang@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Instagram @qohsacc
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: not decided yet -- Location: Portable 14
Group Description: Discuss topics of interest and play games, help plan school events like the Lunar New Year Celebration in Jan/Feb and Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month in May

Asian Student Union (ASU)

Sponsor: Adeile Lyons & Oscar Ramos - adeile_f_lyons@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: None yet- in progress
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays at lunch -- Location: Room 330
Group Description: Creating a safe space for Asian American students to collaborate and foster growth in our community, host fundraiser events, spearhead AAPI heritage month with activities and events, collaborate with other student organizations to promote unity and equity

Black Student Union (BSU)

Sponsor: Mr. Woodly - tyreece_woodly@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: @qobsu
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month during lunch. -- Location: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month
Group Description: The BSU is an affinity club dedicated to building a safe space for Black students to promote cultural awareness and participate in social activities that support and celebrate their unique experiences.

Boarders International

Sponsor: Shirley Bejarano - shirley_m_bejarano@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: @boardersinternational (Instagram)
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays during lunch. The club will eventually meet after school for activities and discussions. -- Location: Room 223
Group Description: The purpose of the club is to foster cultural exchange and global connections through activities like penpal programs, language study sessions, and international festivals, while also providing opportunities for community involvement and learning about foreign cultures and careers. Members engage in projects, cultural sharing, and interactions with exchange programs to deepen their understanding of the world and build meaningful relationships.

Book Club

Sponsor: Skyra Blanchard - skyra_c_blanchard@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: QOHSbookclub
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Wed. during lunch -- Location: Portable 7
Group Description: In this club, you will read and discuss books of choice.

Breathe Easy

Sponsor: Jenifer Soykan - jenifer_h_soykan@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: breatheasy.qo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays at lunch -- Location: 240
Group Description: A club to spread awareness of anxiety and how to cope

Bring Change 2 Mind Qo

Sponsor: Ms. Lowenstein - adina.r.lowenstein@mcpsmd.net
Social Media: bringchange2mind.qohs
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Tuesday at lunch -- Location: Portable 11
Group Description: Non-profit organization dedicated to providing a safe environment for students to express their feelings regarding mental health and work to end stigma upon mental illness.

Calligraphy Club

Sponsor: Jasmine Ward - jasmine_ward@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday once a month during lunch -- Location: 228E
Group Description: Teaching our members how to do calligraphy and afterwards we will do a series of fun projects to improve our calligraphy skills.

Cappies

Sponsor: Jess Vogel - jessica_hague@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: As needed -- Location: 129
Group Description: a group of students that travel to other high school theatre productions to critique and write reviews

Chess Club

Sponsor: Lisa Short - Lisa_M_Short@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesday during lunch -- Location: 344
Group Description: Teach students how to play chess, play chess with other students

Chick-Fil-A Leadership Academy

Sponsor: Rosie Justilien - rosie_justilien@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: qohscla
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays in Rm.232 -- Location: N/A
Group Description: The purpose of this club is part of a national service program where members learn leadership skills to impact their community through hands-on service projects.

Computer Club

Sponsor: Colleen Adams - colleen_m_adams@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: N/A
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays @ Lunch - every other week -- Location: Room 128
Group Description: A group of students who are interested in learning more about programming in different languages and solving programming problems. Students work independently and collaboratively to solve the problems and work through solutions, sharing ideas.

Cougar Minds Matter

Sponsor: Abigail Hernandez - Abigail_J_Hernandez@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Instagram: @cougar.minds.matter
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: TBD
Group Description: Organization that offers a safe environment in which students bring awareness to mental health topics, build coping skills, learn resources available to them and practice positive language that reduces mental health stigma.

Cubing Club

Sponsor: Mr. Key - james.key@mcpsmd.net
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Thursday during lunch -- Location: Room 301
Group Description: Solve the Rubik's cube with friends.

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Cultural Connection Club

Sponsor: Seann P Pelkey (Mr. Pelkey) - Seann_P_Pelkey@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Remind (Still in process) Instagram (account: qohsculturalconnections)
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every month, first week during lunch -- Location: P3
Group Description: To create a safte place for people from different background and cultures. During each meeting will include an aspect from someone's culture. This may include someone sharing culture foods, languages, artifacts and more.

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Dancers Beyond Labels

Sponsor: Brook Aranda - Brook_N_Aranda@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Instagram- dancers.beyond.labels_qo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays at lunch -- Location: 102
Group Description: Promoting body positivity for all athletes

Debate Club

Sponsor: Karen Jones - Karen_E_Jones@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: tbd - one day at lunch -- Location: P10
Group Description: participate in the MCDL public forum debates

Deca Club

Sponsor: Susan Stein - susan_stein@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: TBD
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: Room 316
Group Description: Teach basics of business

Disabilities Awareness Club

Sponsor: Darlene Combs - darlene_r_combs@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: 218
Group Description: To bring awareness to students about individuals with disabilities

Educators Rising

Sponsor: Lisa Seid - Lisa_S_Seid@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: yes TBA
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 1-2X/month at lunch -- Location: Room # 121 - Child Development Classroom
Group Description: Educators Rising is cultivating a new generation of highly skilled educators by guiding young people on a path from high school through college and into their teaching careers. By working with aspiring educators who reflect the demographics of their communities and who are passionate about serving those communities through public education, Educators Rising is changing the face of teaching.

Ethiopian & Eritrean Student Union

Sponsor: Jess Burdette - jessica_s_burdette@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: P6
Group Description: students organize game days, study sessions, and collective lunches while discussing their experiences and heritage.

Families4Families

Sponsor: Luanne Bru - Luanne_J_Bru@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Insta: families4familiesqo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays @ Lunch every 2 weeks -- Location: Room 321
Group Description: Empowers student leaders to address food insecurity and enact positive change in their local communities

Fashion & Design Club

Sponsor: Kelsey Sadowski - Kelsey_N_O'Brien@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: TBD
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: TBD (119 or 119B)
Group Description: Students will discuss topics regarding current and historical fashion trends.

Fellowship Of Christian Athletes

Sponsor: Rebecca Yu - Rebecca_Yu@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: We are working on this,
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays at lunch -- Location: Ms. Yu's classroom, Room 220
Group Description: Christian club open to all.

Fellowship Of Christian Athletes (FCA)

Sponsor: Rebecca Yu, Katherine (Kakia) Hall - rebecca_yu@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: @qofca2022
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays at the beginning of lunch -- Location: 220
Group Description: a time for students to gather and discuss their faith and how it applies to their lives

Female Entrepreneur's Club

Sponsor: Jennifer Yang - Jennifer_Yang@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: undecided- likely monthly on the first friday -- Location: portable 14
Group Description: Study entrepreneurial skills and learn about women in business

Food And Culture

Sponsor: Ransom Denhard - ransom_p_denhard@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch on Fridays as determined by club members -- Location: Portable 13
Group Description: Students will discuss and share food from across cultures and the impact of food on minority populations.

Freshman Class

Sponsor: David Delgado - delgad01@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursday Lunch -- Location: 224
Group Description: SGA, Fundraising

Future Business Leaders Of America

Sponsor: Andrea Lo - andrea_m_lo@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: The first Wednesday of every month during lunch -- Location: P9
Group Description: The purpose of FBLA High School is to provide, as an integral part of the instructional program,additional opportunities for secondary students in business and/or business-related fields to develop vocational and career supportive competencies and to promote civic and personal responsibilities.

Game Dev Club

Sponsor: Nathan Rockwood - nathaniel.c.rockwood@mcpsmd.net
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays, lunch -- Location: 302B
Group Description: Students work together to learn about and create games!

HOSA

Sponsor: Lisa Short - Lisa_M_Short@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday during lunch -- Location: 344
Group Description: Explore careers in the health science field.

Heart To Heart

Sponsor: Nilam Pintar - Nilam_p_pintar@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Insta: @_heart__to__heart__
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: The first Tuesday of every month at lunch -- Location: Mrs Pintars Room
Group Description: Educates students on heart health and raises awareness to heart diseases through activities.

Investing Club

Sponsor: Lindsay Harris - judith_L_Harris@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Thursday at lunch -- Location: 312
Group Description: Students teaching students how to invest using software

Jewish Student Union

Sponsor: Joshua Schuman - Joshua_Schuman@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: No idea
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Some tuesdays at lunch -- Location: Room 329
Group Description: Celebrating american Jewish culture, discussions of topics that are relevant to our community, and learning how to cope with this new world where everyone hates jews again

JUNTOS, Hispanic Dance

Sponsor: Charlene Gonzalez - Charlene_d_cardona@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3pm-4pm -- Location: Dance Studio
Group Description: Competitive Latin dance team.

Kits To Heart

Sponsor: Kelly Miller - kelly_p_miller@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: At Lunch (Dates Vary) -- Location: 340
Group Description: Crafting cards and friendship bracelets for cancer patients.

Last Minute Crew

Sponsor: Florence Chukwurah - FLORENCE_I_CHUKWURAH@MCPSMD.ORG
Social Media: All
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesday -- Location: Dance stdio
Group Description: Last Minute Crew help students and the community

Mcel Esports

Sponsor: Nathan Rockwood - nathaniel.c.rockwood@mcpsmd.net
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tue/Wed at 2:30-3:30 -- Location: 302B
Group Description: Rocket League Esports

Minority Scholars Program

Sponsor: Rosie Justilien and Gregory Carter - rosie_justilien@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: qomsp
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays during the Media Center -- Location: N/A
Group Description: The Minority Scholars Program is a student led, student based, and student driven program, aimed at closing the opportunity gap.

Mock Trial

Sponsor: TBD - Karen Jones - Karen_E_Jones@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: TBD
Group Description: participate in mock trial competitions

Model UN

Sponsor: Temporary: Luanne Bru - Luanne_J_Bru@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Insta: qomodelun
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursdays @ Lunch every two weeks -- Location: Room 321
Group Description: To educate students about the United Nations (UN) and contemporary global issues through research, debate, and negotiations.

Morgan's Message

Sponsor: Ryan Dimmick - ryan.m.dimmick@mcspmd.net
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday, once a month, at lunch -- Location: Room 226
Group Description: ""Morgan’s Message strives to eliminate the stigma surrounding mental health within the student-athlete community and equalize the treatment of physical and mental health in athletics. We aim to expand the dialogue on mental health by normalizing conversations, empowering those who suffer in silence, and supporting those who feel alone"" (From website)

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MSA

Sponsor: Yeck - jennifer_k_yeck@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: jennifer_k_Yeck@mcpsmd.org -- Location: TBD
Group Description: Muslim student association

Mu Alpha Theta (National Math Honor Society)

Sponsor: Breanna Saulsbury & Nicole Averinos - breanna_f_saulsbury@mcpsmd.org & nicole_e_averinos@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: N/A
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch -- Location: 319
Group Description: National Honor Society for math

Music Producers Club

Sponsor: Robyn Kleiner-Vilgos - robyn_b_kleiner-Vilgos@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Instagram @qompclub
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays at Lunch -- Location: 126
Group Description: A club for students interested in creating music, whether with voice, instruments or computers. We will share projects we're working on, and learn about different types of music creation.

NDSA

Sponsor: yeck - jennifer_k_yeck@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: TBD
Group Description: neurodiversity student association

One Love Club

Sponsor: McMillen - michael_mcmillen@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 1st and 3rd Friday of the month during lunch -- Location: counseling conference room
Group Description: Raising awareness about domestic violence, and support those impacted by it.

Pickleball Club

Sponsor: Julie Lyst - Julie_M_Lyst@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch first tuesday of the month -- Location: tennis courts
Group Description: playing pickleball

Qo Biz (Business Club)

Sponsor: Jennifer Yang - Jennifer_Yang@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: undecided -- Location: portable 14
Group Description: Discuss topics of interest related to business

Qo Engineering & Robotics Club

Sponsor: Mr. Omari Sarjeant - omari.r.sarjeant@mcpsmd.net
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tue/Thu Afterschool -- Location: 116
Group Description: FTC Robotics

Qo Graphic Cougars

Sponsor: Corey Simko - corey_m_simko@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Lunch -- Location: 119g
Group Description: Art Club

Qo Saga

Sponsor: Emily Hoefert-Skeen - emily.m.hoefert-skeen@mcpsmd.net
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays @ lunch -- Location: 229
Group Description: Quince Orchard Sexuality and Gender Alliance

Qo Sports Net

Sponsor: Jeff Rabberman - jeffrey_l_rabberman@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: @QOSportsNet
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Various -- Location: Various
Group Description: Broadcasting/Social Media Content for QO Athletics games.

Qo Theatre

Sponsor: Jess Vogel - jessica_hague@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: @qohstheatre
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: After school, M-F -- Location: Auditorium or other designated classroom
Group Description: a program that puts on high-quality theatrical productions

Qo Women'S Leadership

Sponsor: Skyra Blanchard - skyra_c_blanchard@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: qowomensleadership
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Wednesday during lunch -- Location: Portable 7
Group Description: This club focuses on providing a space to advocate for women's rights.

Qohs Horticulture Club

Sponsor: Kelly Miller - kelly_p_miller@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: At Lunch (dates vary) -- Location: Room 340
Group Description: Cultivation and sale of plants, floral design and environmental plant activities.

Qohs Litmag Club

Sponsor: Adina Lowenstein - lowensta@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: n/a
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Thursday afterschool in portable 11, 2:45pm-3:45pm -- Location: Portable 11
Group Description: This is a club intended for Creative Writing students to compose and produce a literary magazine (litmag) publication.

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Qohs Marching Cougars

Sponsor: Peter Ariano - peter.a.ariano@mcpsmd.net
Social Media: IG - @qombmarchingcougars Facebook - Quince Orchard Marching Cougars
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:000-5:30 -- Location: Band Room or Bus Lot
Group Description: We are the Marching Cougars for QOHS. We are a competitive marching band who competes under the Maryland Marching Band Associations during the fall sport season. You will also see us at community events like the Kentlands 5k and QO pep rallies as well as all QO football games.

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QO LSU

Sponsor: David Delgado - delgad01@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: IG @QOLSU
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday Lunch -- Location: 224
Group Description: Helps promote latinx culture throughout the school

Quince Orchard Hiking Club

Sponsor: Joe Lynch - joseph_p_lynch@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Third Wednesday of each month -- Location: 222
Group Description: Club engages in novice to intermediate hikes in the region.

Quizbowl Team (It's Academic)

Sponsor: Joshua Schuman - Joshua_Schuman@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Nah
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Mondays and thursdays at lunch -- Location: Room 329
Group Description: Compete in academic competitions

Rho Kappa Social Studies Honor Society

Sponsor: Lisa Farrow - Lisa.a.farrow@mcpsmd.net
Social Media: rho_kappa.qo
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays at lunch. As needed -- Location: P 12
Group Description: Social Studies Honor Society

Science National Honor Society

Sponsor: Deb Haase - deborah_p_haase@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 2nd Monday of the month @ lunch -- Location: room 331
Group Description: engender a new group of young thinkers who will be the future of industry, research, and scientific exploration

Science Olympiad

Sponsor: Adam Atwood - adam_s_atwood@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursdays Lunch or After school -- Location: 118
Group Description: Teams of 15 compete in science, technology and engineering related events at the local, state and National level.

Scope

Sponsor: Jasmine Ward - jasmine_ward@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesday during lunch (once a month) -- Location: 228E
Group Description: The club would meet 1-2 times a month to discuss fundraising ideas and ways to support SCOPE. Potential fundraising activities may include candy grams, bake sales, and car washes. Our main goal is to raise awareness and funds for SCOPE throughout the school year.

Sending Sunshine

Sponsor: David Delgado - delgad01@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Wednesdays lunch -- Location: 224
Group Description: Send letters of joy to seniors

SGA

Sponsor: Melissa Brown, Madlynn Bard - madlynn_g_bard2@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: 2nd Tuesday of every month at lunch -- Location: TBD
Group Description: Student Government

Small Things Matter

Sponsor: Oscar Ramos - oscar_ramos@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Once a month on Thursdays at lunch -- Location: 330
Group Description: Small Things Matter is a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping the community through small acts of kindness. They help people in need through programs in food distribution, literacy and crafting.

South Asian And Middle Eastern (SAME) Club

Sponsor: Megan Cooley-Klein - megan_m_cooley-klein@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Contact club president Simer Kaur at 277372@mcpsmd.net for more information.
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Thursday at lunch -- Location: Room 234
Group Description: Creating awareness of and celebrating the cultures of people with South Asian and Middle Eastern heritage

Sports Debate Club

Sponsor: Bryan Mack - bryan_n_mack@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: SteelersR#1
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Fridays at lunch -- Location: 323G
Group Description: Club members will build communication and debate skills by making an argument on a variety of sports issues.

Sports Injury Prevention Club

Sponsor: Julie Lyst - Julie_M_Lyst@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Rm 100 Wednesdays at lunch -- Location: rm 100
Group Description: help students understand injuries and prevention for them.

STARS (Student Tutoring & Athletic Resources)

Sponsor: Mr. Rabberman & Ms. Soykan - jenifer_h_soykan@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: Instagram: qo_stars
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Every other Wednesday during lunch -- Location: 240
Group Description: Helping student athletes keep up with schoolwork and maintain grades for eligibility during the season. We provide free tutoring and other supportive resources.

Stem Clubs

Sponsor: STEM clubs focus on science, technology, engineering, and math. They offer hands-on projects, experiments, and competitions to build skills and interest in these fields. Members might work on coding challenges, robotics, or science experiments, often collaborating on exciting and innovative tasks. These clubs provide a great way to explore STEM subjects outside the classroom and can be a fun way to connect with peers who have similar interests. - Florence Chukwurah
Social Media: All
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Thursday -- Location: 116
Group Description: Women or both

Style Archive

Sponsor: Ms. Aronow - sarah_m_aronow@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Friday at lunch -- Location: 239
Group Description: A club designed to explore, research, and be introduced to the latest and newest fashion trends.

Support Ukraine

Sponsor: Alina Pankova - alina_pankova@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesdays 11:30- 11:55 -- Location: 323D
Group Description: Our club is dedicated to expressing solidarity with Ukraine and raising awareness about the ongoing conflict. Our mission is to provide a platform for students to come together, learn about the situation in Ukraine, and take action to support those affected by the war.

The Prowler

Sponsor: Megan Cooley-Klein - megan_m_cooley-klein@mcpsmd.org
Social Media: @qohs_prowler (X/Twitter and Instagram)
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Period 8 -- Location: Room 234
Group Description: Quince Orchard's student newspaper, publishing since 1988. In order to become a Prowler staff member, you must first take Journalism A/B with Ms. Cooley-Klein and then fill out an application in the spring.

WiStem

Sponsor: Deb Haase - deborah_p_haase@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: TBD -- Location: room 331
Group Description: Foster gender parity in STEM, creating social supports that allow girls and non-binary students to engage richly with the sciences

Women In Engineering

Sponsor: Florence Chjukwurah - FLORENCE_I_CHUKWURAH@MCPSMD.ORG
Social Media: All
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Tuesday -- Location: 116
Group Description: Help women to take more engineering and technology classes

Women Up

Sponsor: Lisa Romero - Lisa_D_Romero@mcpsmd.org
Meeting Information -- Day & Time: Once a month during lunch (please contact sponsor for next meeting date) -- Location: The College & Career Center (Room 103)
Group Description: “Women up” is a feminist centered club that is dedicated to promoting gender equality and empowerment for the students at QO. We aim to challenge societal norms, spread awareness, and create an inclusive environment where everyone can voice their concerns and contribute to meaningful change in our QO community.