SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS 26-27
Service organizations at Hillsborough High School for the 2026-2027 academic year are detailed in this spreadsheet. It includes various clubs such as Amnesty International, Future Educators Association, and Habitat for Humanity, along with their advisors and meeting information. Each entry outlines the goals of the organizations, such as promoting social justice, mentoring freshmen, and community outreach. The sheet also provides contact details for some advisors, enhancing accessibility for interested students.
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Hillsborough High School offers a variety of service organizations for the 2026-2027 school year, showcasing opportunities for student engagement and community support.
Amnesty International, advised by Louis DiGirolamo and Robert Longo, holds meetings on designated Mondays each month, alternating between room 715 and room 206. This organization focuses on advocating for prisoners of conscience worldwide, encouraging students to write letters and educate their peers to promote justice. The Freshman Transition Peer Mentors, led by Michaela Caminiti, Nicole Rokoszak, Eric Maitland, and Josh McDonald, accept sophomore applications each March and April for the following school year. Their mission is to assist freshmen in transitioning to high school, addressing challenges and pressures they may face.
The Future Educators Association, under the guidance of Carol Cieless, fosters professional and social interactions among members, who engage in community outreach and support high school teachers with various projects. The club also organizes guest speakers and visits to schools and colleges to enhance understanding of the education field. Habitat for Humanity, advised by Bonnie Keating, aims to raise awareness about affordable homeownership opportunities in Somerset and Hunterdon counties.
Interact, led by Claire Tuohy and Mary Reidschweiger, holds biweekly meetings in room 167, focusing on community service in Somerset and Hunterdon counties. P.A.L.S. (Peer Assisting Learning Support), guided by Anjana Iyer, provides peer support for students. The PUSH (Prevention Using Student Help) organization, advised by Alexa Quarino, meets in the auditorium in the mornings and encourages students to pledge to remain tobacco, alcohol, and drug-free, serving as role models for middle school students.
The Red Cross Club, led by Julianna Anderson, meets every other Wednesday after school in room 115, embodying the principles of the American Red Cross by providing disaster relief and emergency preparedness education. Lastly, the Student Diversity Initiative (COTIC), also advised by Julianna Anderson, gathers most Fridays in room 225 to promote discussions and awareness about diversity issues, aiming to foster community conversations that challenge prejudice and shift perspectives.
In the previous school year, 2024-2025, many of these organizations maintained similar structures and goals. Amnesty International continued to meet on alternate Tuesdays in room 219, while the Freshman Transition Peer Mentors included Danielle Santoro among their advisors. The Future Educators Association and Habitat for Humanity retained their focus on professional development and community awareness, respectively.
Interact persisted with biweekly meetings in room 167, and PUSH, advised by Rebecca Balaguer in the SAC office, also met in the auditorium mornings. The Red Cross Club's meetings were held in room 717, and the Student Diversity Initiative convened on Fridays in the HHS Library from 2:30 to 3:30 PM, continuing their commitment to fostering diversity awareness and education.
These organizations reflect the school’s dedication to community service and student development, providing various avenues for involvement and personal growth.