Academia Internacional de Tucson Student Council Officer Election Rules 1. You must have permission to run for office signed by your teacher and yourself. 2. You must have at least a C average on your last report card and no Incompletes. 3. Offices include: President (7 th -10th graders only) Vice President (5 th -10th graders only) Secretary/Treasurer (4th-10 th graders only) 4. Fill out and sign the Permission to Run form attached to this packet. 5. After you have turned in your Permission to Run paper to Mr. Henderson, and he has accepted it, you may start campaigning. Permission to run slips are due to Mr. Henderson by 3:00pm on Friday, October 26, 2007. Late forms will not be accepted. 6. The campaign will begin on Monday, November 5, 2007. You may post one 8 ½ inch by 11 inch flier by each classroom (using staples only) and one 22 X 28 poster on the playground fence. 7. On Tuesday, November 13, 2007, an election assembly will be held in front of the school. The election assembly will be outside beginning at 9:00am. Parents may attend. You must prepare a 2 minute speech. You may have a friend hold up a sign during your speech. No animals or candy may be used in the speech. You should tell the audience what your qualifications for office are and what you plan to do to help Tucson International Academy. Don t promise things you cannot deliver such as a soda machine or no homework! 8. The election will occur on Thursday, November 15, 2007. Votes will be tallied at the Student Council meeting at 2:00pm on Thursday, November 15, 2007. The results will be announced in each classroom by each Student Council representative, and will also be posted on the office board by Friday, November 16, 2007. 9. No other campaign items may be used. This will result in disqualification. 10. Please put up all posters in outside only. Copyright 2007 Tucson International Academy
Duties for Elected Officers President: 1. Calls the meeting to order 2. Keeps meeting to its order of business 3. Handles discussions in an orderly way 4. States each motion before it is discussed and before it is voted upon. 5. Puts motions to vote and announces outcomes. 6. May vote when his or her vote would change the outcome, or in any case when voting is by ballot 7. Become familiar with parliamentary law to inform the council on proper procedure 8. May appoint committees when authorized to do so Vice President: 1. Assumes the role of President if the President is absent 2. Heads special commissions 3. Writes ideas on the board and tallies votes Responsibilities of the council include: 1. Helping to conduct school assemblies and activities 2. Planning theme days. 3. Conducting meetings using the democratic process and Rules of Order. 4. Creating bulletin boards for office Secretary/Treasurer: 1. Collects money from community service fundraisers 2. Keeps Student Council budget 3. Keeps track of classroom tallies in various contests 4. Keeps accurate record of meetings and student activities, programs, and sessions.
Permission to Run for a Student Council Office Name of Candidate: Office (circle one): President Vice-President Secretary/Treasurer Class: Signature: All candidates must have nominations from at least two teachers/school staff. All candidates must write and attach a one page essay about (a) what qualities they personally have to lead Tucson International Academy and (b) what ideas and events they have in mind to create a fun and safe school year. Please return this form with essay attached on or before 3:00pm on Friday, October 26, 2007 to Mr. Henderson. Elections will take place on Thursday, November 15, 2007. Nominators: Classroom Teacher s Name Class I verify that the candidate is receiving a C or higher grade in every subject. Signature Teacher/Staff Name Class I verify that the candidate has good character. Signature Teacher/Staff Name Class I verify that the candidate has good character. Signature I accept this nomination form along with attached essay: Signed, Mr. Henderson Date
How to Run for Student Council From Grace Fleming @ http://homeworktips.about.com/od/makingthegrades/a/studentcouncil.htm Are you thinking about running for student council? Trying to weigh up the pro s and con s? The actual rules will differ a little from school to school, but these tips will help you decide if student council is right for you. Reasons to Run for Student Council Student government might be a good activity for you if you: Like to bring about change. Would enjoy a career in politics. Enjoy planning events. Are outgoing and sociable. Have time to attend the meetings! Common Student Council Positions President: The class president normally runs council meetings. You can't be shy if you want to be president! The president may also represent the student body in meetings with school administration members. The president is also responsible for the disbursement of funds. Vice President: The vice president assists president in many duties. The vice president also stands in for the president when necessary. Secretary: The class secretary keeps accurate record of meetings and student activities, programs, and sessions. You should be organized and like to write if you run for this position. Treasurer: Are you good with numbers? Interested in bookkeeping or accounting? The treasurer keeps track of funds. Tips for Student Council Campaigns 1. Review all the campaign rules carefully. 2. Save yourself any potential embarrassment! Make sure you meet academic requirements. 3. Complete the application in a professional way. No sloppy handwriting or lazy answers. Teachers and advisors will be more supportive if you demonstrate that you are serious.
4. You may be required to collect a certain number of signatures from fellow students, teachers, and administrators. Consider preparing a note card with important points about your goals and plans and use it as you "meet and greet." 5. Identify a certain problem or policy that is meaningful to your classmates and make it part of your platform. However, be sure not to promise things that aren t realistic. 6. Create a catchy slogan. 7. Find an artistic friend who can help you create publicity material. Why not create postcard-sized ads? Just be sure to follow school rules when it comes to publicity. 8. Prepare a campaign speech. 9. Remember to play fair. Don't remove, destroy, or cover over other students' posters. 10. Use the Internet and email in your campaign.