Targeting African-American males in grades 9 - 12, the Alpha Achievers is an education program of the Howard County, Maryland Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. It fosters a positive learning environment in order to facilitate students’ pursuit of excellence by attaining, maintaining and exceeding a 3.0 grade point average. The minimum requirement for membership is a 3.0 GPA. The program also seeks to encourage and motivate those students who have less than a 3.0 grade point average to strive toward it.Targeting African-American males in grades 9 - 12, the Alpha Achievers is an education program of the Howard County, Maryland Chapter of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. It fosters a positive learning environment in order to facilitate students’ pursuit of excellence by attaining, maintaining and exceeding a 3.0 grade point average. The minimum requirement for membership is a 3.0 GPA. The program also seeks to encourage and motivate those students who have less than a 3.0 grade point average to strive toward it.

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The Arabic Club promotes the learning of Arabic culture, language, food, and activities.

Room: 138

Day: Fridays

Time: After School

We unite students who are interested in the African and African-American culture, provide leadership experiences, connect with the Howard County Community, and participate in school and community service.

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Indian Classical dance Club that preforms Bharatanatyam around community and school

Room: 222 or 223

Day: Thursdays

Time: 2:15 pm

Meets once a week on Fridays after school in Room 144.

We will have picnics and watch the clouds. We will also paint them. The goal is to ease the stress from all of the pressure of school.

Room: 120

Day: Thursday

Time: 2:30 pm-3:00 pm

To share the diversity of our school to all students and to the community.

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The overall goal of the Delta Scholars program is to promote continued academic excellence in young women and provide mentoring support through the women of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. The GPA requirement to join is a 3.0 and above. Participants are eligible for scholarship opportunities as well as honors at the time of graduation.

Room: 219

Day: Wednesdays

Time: Hawk Time

Educators Rising is a National organization that supports students and education professionals. Students are encouraged to network and compete at national levels. Field trips and competitions are a part of club participation.

Room: 151A

Day: Wednesdays

Time: Hawk Time

FBLA is the premier organization for students preparing for careers in business and the largest student business organization in the world with a quarter of a million members. FBLA prepares students for "real-world" professional experiences. Members gain the competitive edge for college and career success.

Room: Media Center and 142

Day: Wednesday

Time: After school

Are you a member or ally of the LGBTQ+ community? Come join Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA for short)! The club is dedicated to creating a safe space for anyone of the LGBTQ+ community, as well as their allies, and discusses weekly topics related to the LGBTQ+ community.

Room: 120

Day: Mondays and Tuesdays

Time: 2:15 pm

HAWKappella consists of two pop/a cappella groups (Talon Tones/Leading Ladies) that sing around RHHS and the Clarksville community.

Room: 207

Day: Tuesday

Time: 6 pm-8 pm

We are trying to make a change to the refugee community in the Baltimore community through acts of community service.

Room: 234 or 149

Day: Mondays and Tuesdays

Time: After School

Meets on Tuesdays after school in Room 149.

Do you like to code, design, or make programs & apps, games, or program small robots? Join the Coding / Game Design / Maker Club and Coder Dojo. Students use our club-built Maker Farm 3D printer, raspberry pi mini computers, origami and maker supplies to create, design, or make nearly anything they can imagine! Also see https://www.raspberrypi.org/ for more information about Raspberry pis.

Room: 155

Day: Fridays

Time: 2:10 pm-4 pm

Math Team is a member of Howard County Math League (HCML) and participates in eight HCML competitions each year. Our focus is to practice high level mathematics problems to prepare for Howard County Math Team competitions. Math Team allows students to engage in friendly interaction with other students from River Hill High School, as well as the other high schools in Howard County. The students become engaged in higher-level critical thinking and problem solving skills, while at the same time helping RHHS in competition against neighboring schools in the county. All students are welcome to join, as there is no mathematical prerequisite for membership. Mathematical topics covered will range from Algebra 1/Data Analysis through Trigonometry.

Room: 256

Day: Wednesday

Time: 2:15-3:00 pm

Mini-Thon- fundraiser

Room: 219

Day: Wednesday

Time: Hawk Time

The Model UN is an organization that promotes international awareness and peaceful conflict resolution by giving students the opportunity to participate in conferences held at various universities and high schools. It simulates the United Nations, where delegates engage in research of historical and current international issues, write proposals, resolve conflicts, and engage in debates with fellow conference attendees. Not only do students gain memorable experiences, they can gain knowledge in the areas of history, geography, culture, economics and science, which supplement the school curricula, providing them with a well-rounded education.

Room: Journalism

Day: Wednesdays

Time: Hawk Time

Students will research historical topics and create competitive history projects.

Room: 223

Day: Thursdays

Time: 2:15 pm-3:30 pm

Learning how to have a healthy lifestyle and good mental health though interactive and informational activities.

Room: 251

Day: Tuesdays

Time: After School

POMS is a group of competitive dancers that perform during football and basketball half-time shows. Our Team also competes in competitions across the area during the winter season. Tryouts for the new team are held each year in May.

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The purpose of the Red Cross Club is to provide volunteer opportunities to students and allow them to experience the world of donation, charity work, and helping the community. We strive to participate in a variety of events, including blood drives, fundraisers, community service, and hands-on volunteer opportunities at local Red Cross affiliations.

Room: 222

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 2:15 pm

The Rocketry club supports student's interest in building and launching rockets, and teaches students the science and engineering associated with rocketry.

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Safe Animal Sanctuary Society (SASS) meets every other Friday after school in room 134.

Safe Animal Sanctuary Society is a club based on raising animal awareness and helping them, especially mistreated animals. We would be helping by working with various local and some widespread organizations to host events at veterinary hospitals and pet stores, and occasionally volunteer at shelters.

Science in Society aims to educate students around Howard County regarding STEM opportunities and careers. Each year, a conference is held to showcase the work of various professionals in the STEM fields and encourage students to become involved in STEM.

Room: 250

Day: Thursday

Time: 2:30 pm

The Ribver Hill High School Student Government Association is a fun way to get involved in events at RHHS as well as the community. Student government organizes all student events (such as Homecoming), plans fundraisers for the student body and acts as an advocacy group on behalf of River Hill High School's students. SGA is made up of members from each athletic team, club, grade level and cultural background. Some of our goals for the year included increasing school spirit, increasing communication between the administration and student, having successful fundraisers that will benefit different charities, and programs to increase awareness of distracted driving. The Executive Board meets weekly to discuss and plan activities. We participate in an SGA conference in Ocean City, MD which provides great leadership and networking opportunities. The highlight however, is the planning and executing the RHHS Homecoming theme, parade and dance.

Room: 240

Day: Monday

Time: 6:45 am-7:20 am

We perform for senior citizens at local retirement communities on the weekends.

Room: Band Room

Day: Mondays

Time: 2:30 pm-3:30 pm

Debate is a formal discussion on a topic, consisting of a resolution or notion that two people or groups can argue. The discussion is comprised of evidence and analytical arguments with the objective or purpose of winning the argument in front of a judge. We are a student-led group passionate about communication and competition. We teach, practice and compete the following forensics and debate formats: Public Forum and Lincoln Douglas debates, oratory, interpretation, impromptu speaking, and others. We participate in monthly local tournaments as part of the Baltimore Catholic Forensic League (BCFL). Students who compete also become members of the National Speech and Debate Honor Society, or the National Forensics League (NFL). Public Forum Forensics is the term given to competitive speech and debate activity. Our award-winning Forensics Team is currently comprised of approximately 10 students in grades nine through twelve.

Room: Computer Lab in Media Center

Day: Tuesday

Time: 2:15 pm-3:30 pm

The purpose is to help people learn how to play the ukulele, while getting ready to play in the guitar concert. The school has an abundance of ukuleles in storage, and it will be a good way use them, and spread the joy of playing the ukulele. Open to all people willing to join the fun community of ukulele players.

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Meets on Fridays after school in Room 120.

A community of creative writers who have fun, write, and workshop their original-work. We strive to grow as writers, both in skill and appreciation of others' talents.

Room: 240

Day: Wednesdays

Time: Hawk Time