HHS Student Council Officer Application Packet

HHS Student Council Officer

Application Packet

Students interested in becoming a Student Council Officer at HHS for the 2021-2022 school year

will need to complete the following application.

Complete Applications (including all required documents) should be printed/submitted or

emailed to Miss Byrd, Room #112, h[email protected]v.us

Complete Application deadline is May 10

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, 2021, by 3:00PM

Applications will not be accepted after the stated date and time.

Complete Applications must include:

o Application for Student Council-

Student Information & Contract (pages 3-6 of packet)

o Three Teacher Recommendations

(One must be from a core subject- ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies)

o GPA Print-off from your Counselor

o One-hundred words or less Essay

o Election Speech (neatly hand-written or typed)

Only COMPLETE applications will be considered.

We are so glad that you want to be a part of one of the most active and influential organizations

at Hurricane High School! Student Council takes a great deal of time, energy, and dedication. If

you have made the decision to join Student Council that means that you are willing to make

these commitments. Please read the following information and make sure you understand the

election requirements.

Members are considered for student elections based on the following criteria:

1. Complete Application

2. Teacher Recommendations

3. GPA (minimum 2.5)

4. No Disciplinary Violations

Important Details

o All applicants who are selected for the election ballot will be required to record a 30

second speech. Speeches will be aired via the school announcements.

o Your WRITTEN SPEECH must be submitted as part of the application. Students

will be notified if selected for the election ballot. If selected, Miss Byrd will approve your

written speech/provide feedback. You will then video your speech to be broadcasted on

the announcements.

o RECORDED SPEECHES are due on Thursday May 13

th

. Please email these to

[email protected]om. The submitted, approved speech must be spoken as

written. If any changes are made in the delivery from the written version, you will be

removed from the election ballot. If you do not have a device to video your speech, you

can come to the Media Studio in the library and have it recorded.

Student Council Election Speech Guidelines

Permitted Talking Points

✓ Tell the student body why they should vote for you

✓ Quick summary of your previous experiences that make you be a good candidate

for Student Council (school or community related)

✓ Remind them who you are and what position you are running for.

✓ Use acronyms, slogans, and rhymes that make you unforgettable.

✓ Keep your speech short and sweet (max. 30 seconds)

✓ Practice your speech so you know ahead of time what it says.

✓ Remember the entire student body and staff will hear this speech.

✓ Recorded speech must match approved written speech

Prohibited Talking Points

 Make unrealistic promises/provide favors- Chipotle, eliminating homework,

extended lunches, stickers, etc.

 Make references about other candidates.

 Use inappropriate music, language, or ideas.

Important Dates

o Monday, May 10th- Complete Application Due

o Tuesday, May 11th- Election Candidates Announced

o Thursday, May 13th- Video Recorded Speeches Due

o Monday, May 17th- Speeches Aired & Voting Opens

o Wednesday, May 19th - Voting Closes at 12:00PM (noon)

o Friday, May 21st- Election Results Announced!

Application for Student Council

Student Information

Name __________________________________________Current Grade Level _________

I. Contact Information

Address________________________________ City______________ Zip__________

Student Phone__________________ Student Email _____________________________

II. Position for which you want to run (if you will be a Senior, state whether you are

running for Senior Class or Student Body)

Class _____________________

Position__________________________

III. List all extracurricular activities you plan to participate in for the upcoming school

year:

1. _____________________________ 4. _________________________________

2. _____________________________ 5. _________________________________

3. _____________________________ 6. _________________________________

IV. Read each statement and circle your response.

Do you understand that being a Student Council member requires dedication,

responsibility, hard work, and weekend/after school time? Yes No

Do you understand that you will have to provide transportation to and from all

morning/afternoon meetings and activities? Yes No

Are you willing to make these commitments? Yes No

In one-hundred words or less, explain why you feel you are a good candidate for Student

Council.

____________________________________________________________________________________

HHS Student Council Contract

Membership of the Student Council shall consist of Student Body Officers and class officers

representing each grade level. The required duties for each office are as follows:

a) President- Student Body President will preside at the meetings of the Student

Council and be prepared with an agenda created in collaboration with all class

presidents, call special meetings if necessary (approved by adviser). Presidents

will represent the Student Council on public occasions, maintain approval for

events

b) Vice President- assist the President in preparing meeting agendas, perform the

duties of the president in his/her absence and perform duties at any other time as

requested by the adviser, perform the duties of the treasurer or secretary if he/she

is unable to attend

c) Secretary- keep the records (minutes) of all Student Council meetings, keep an

accurate count of member attendance of all meetings, handle necessary

correspondence with persons or organizations who work with Student Council,

responsible for appreciation cards

d) Treasurer- keep an accurate record of all profits and disbursements, make a

monthly report of the council’s financial condition to present at meetings,

coordinate fund raising projects for the student body, be present during ticket, t-

shirt, etc. sales

e) Historian- responsible for documenting events for the student council

(photographs or taking notes/keeping a journal), bulletin board upkeep,

communicate ideas from the student body to Student Council, help with

appreciation cards/social media accounts

f) Publicity Chair- Keep student body informed of events/fundraisers/service

projects, responsible for coordinating event advertisements, maintain Student

Council social media accounts

** All requests or questions should be brought to the adviser’s attention first. After

consulting with the adviser, he/she will work with officer(s) to address administration.

1) Members of Student Council are expected to attend ALL meetings of the Student Council.

Members who have more than two unexcused absences per semester shall be subject to

dismissal from office for failure to fulfill their duties. Members should notify the faculty

advisor of an absence in advance.

2) Members of Student Council will be required to promote school spirit/pride and participate in

all Student Council activities, including evenings, weekends, and over the summer. Members

who do not fulfill this requirement for illegitimate reasons shall be subject to dismissal from

office for failure to fulfill their duties.

3) All members of the Student Council shall maintain a 2.5 weighted grade point average at

minimum. Any member whose grade point average falls below a 2.5 in any quarter shall be

placed on probation until the next nine-week’s report. Students on academic probation are

prohibited from voting in any Student Council decisions. If the member’s grade point

average remains below a 2.5 the following interim report, the student will be dismissed from

Student Council.

4) Each member of Student Council must maintain a high standard of ethical and moral

conduct. While social media has a large impact on advertising and the success of events,

members are responsible for what is posted to their sites. Members may be subject to

consequences for postings that do not reflect his/her self, the Student Council organization, or

school in the best possible light. Any violation of Hurricane High School’s Code of Conduct

and/or policies will result in automatic dismissal from office; the Student Council Adviser

and HHS Administration reserve this right. Violations include, but are not limited to,

bullying, cheating on assignments, out-of-school suspension, and/or any other disciplinary

write-up.

I, ________________________________, understand that as a potential elected member of

Student Council and a leader of Hurricane High School, I must set a good example for my peers.

I will abide by all school rules and policies, including those regarding the use of drugs, alcohol,

and tobacco. I must maintain an acceptable attendance average to Student Council meetings and

must attend ALL mandatory events (Homecoming, Formal, etc.). I understand that failure to

follow the rules and policies set by Hurricane High School, as well as those stated in the Student

Council Constitution and contract, may result in my dismissal from Student Council.

Student Signature ____________________________Date ________________

I _______________________________, have read the cover letter, application, and

expectations. I understand the commitment my child is potentially making to Hurricane High

School Student Council.

Parent Signature ______________________________ Date __________________

Parent Phone___________________ Parent Email _____________________________

HHS Student Council Teacher Evaluation Form

Students: Send this form to at least three teachers (one must be a core subject)

Teachers: Please complete the form and return to Haley Byrd in Room #112

Student Name: _______________________ Current Grade Level: ______

Carefully consider each category before assigning scores. This information will be kept confidential. The

outlined characteristics are essential to the success of Student Council. Thanks for your time and effort!

1-Weak 2-Below Average 3-Average 4-Above Average 5-Outstanding

___1. Dependability: This student is on time with all assignments and participates in classroom

activities. He/she also follows instructions and classroom procedures without fail.

___2. Attendance: The student maintains good attendance (include tardies).

___3. Leadership: The student is assertive, but not aggressively, takes initiative, thinks through

problems, and motivates others.

___4. Courtesy: The student is courteous and considerate of others, gets along with others, willingly

volunteers to help others, and demonstrates respect for peers, teachers, and other authority figures.

___ 5. Cooperation: The student is willing to work, comply with rules and regulations, and accept

criticism with a positive attitude; he/she can fit into a team atmosphere.

___ 6. Attitude: The student has a positive outlook about education and demonstrates a strong sense of

school pride.

___ 7. Maturity: The student sees more than one point of view in an issue. Responsibility is also a

primary quality of the student. The student can look at himself/herself realistically.

___ 8. Organization: The student organizes time well. The student fulfills requirements for work missed

due to school related activities/absences.

___ 9. Trustworthiness: The student can be trusted to carry out important tasks, to not betray a

confidence, and trusted with money.

___ 10. Communication: The student communicates opinions and feelings honestly without displaying

disrespect.

______Total Number of Points

Is this student respected by his/her peers? YES NO

Would you recommend this student to be a member of Student Council? YES NO

Additional Comments: Does this candidate have any other specific skills or characteristics that you

think would benefit Student Council? Comments or explanations for above scores?

____________________________________________________________________________________

*If you feel the need to share more on this student or explain your choice(s) above, email Ms. Byrd at [email protected]

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Teacher Name/Class (Please Print)

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Teacher Signature