Going Clubbing

Milford Public High School’s students are offered a variety of different clubs to participate in during and after school hours. Students are encouraged to find something they are passionate about and meet others with similar interests. The schools offer volunteering and academic clubs, clubs about advocacy, and some simply for fun. Jonathan Law and Joseph A. Foran High School share many of the same clubs, from National Honor Societies, theatre, skiing, gaming, multicultural clubs, and many more.

A handful of clubs are specific to each school, and were started by current students. Beginning a club is as simple as finding a teacher willing to advise the club and allowing access to their room. Aislinn Burns, a senior at Jonathan Law High School, began a Students Against Violence Everywhere (SAVE) Promise Club in the fall of 2022. SAVE Promise Club is the student leadership initiative of Sandy Hook Promise. This student-led organization encourages young people to take charge of safety within their schools and communities.

Jonathan Law students Gemard Guery and Ikeoluwatomiwa Opayemi, founded the Black Student Union (BSU) to create a welcoming space for black students in Milford. The club strives to advocate for the black community through weekly meetings and schoolwide events.

At Foran High School, new clubs hope to serve the community, including the Clothing the Community Club. The club was founded by juniors Elle Philpott and Izze Fallon. Clothing the Community aims to provide basic needs to local community members by collaborating with various local organizations such as the Beth-El Center, Ronald McDonald House Charities, and Salvation Army. One club that both schools share is Key Club. Key Club members around the world learn to lead and voice their opinions through service and volunteerism. In partnership with their local Kiwanis club, these students spread positivity as they serve their school and community. This year, they were involved in the nationally-recognized Salvation Army Red Kettle Project, the National March of Dimes World Prematurity Day, and fundraising events for St. Jude Hospital. Members have volunteered at local events such as the Pumpkins on the Pier event, the Thanksgiving Food Drive, Poinsettia Sale, Keeping Milford Warm events, Cards for Veterans, Easter Flower Sale, Trick or Treat UNICEF collections, the Leprechaun Leap, and more. In addition to their accomplishments, Law senior Caroline Doyle was elected “District Governor” for the 2022-23 school year, a high honor for students in the service organization.

Both high schools host a Debate Club and a Model U.N. Club. Model U.N. allows students to role play as delegates from around the world to debate historical and current events. This club highlights international relations and provides students the opportunity to attend a conference in New York City with participating students from around the world to debate different research topics.

Another club shared in both the Law and Foran communities is the Future Business Leaders of America Club (FBLA). FBLA prepares students to become community-minded business leaders in society through career preparation and leadership experiences.

Clubs grant students the opportunity to engage with their communities and teach youth advocacy. Each high school produces student news shows that are broadcast on social media. For the past 17 years, Law’s morning news show, Eagle Eye News, has been streamed live on YouTube each morning. Eagle Eye News features daily announcements, interviews with students and faculty, news stories, and athletic