Application for Student Council Association
Mission: The SCA is committed to enhancing the school community by:
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encouraging and creating school spirit, pride, morale, and enthusiasm
celebrating the achievements of our diverse student body
building and maintaining a tradition of excellence
continuing to be a voice in our school
All parts of this application process must be complete and turned in to the Middle School Dean’s
office on or before TBD to be eligible for a position on the SCA. Elections will be held at the
middle school TBD.
Please print clearly:
Name: ____________________________________________________________________
Email Address: _____________________________________________________________
Make sure this is an email address that you check regularly.
Phone: ____________________________________
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On a separate sheet of paper, please word process answers to the following. Attach your
answers as a part of the application process. Please be specific and honest in your answers:
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What are the three most important qualities or skills you possess as a potential
leader? How will these enhance SCA and Briar Woods High School Students?
Explain how you will effectively represent the school as a member of the BWHS
Student Council.
If you aren't elected, what would else would you like to offer to BWHS SCA?
Student and Parent signatures.
Personal Reference (coach, employer, neighbor, teacher, etc.)
Guidance Counselor GPA Verification
The Class of 2019 Council will represent the needs and desires of the
freshman class. As part of the Student Council, you will meet during
SCA Study Hall.
YOU MUST BE WILLING AND ABLE TO GIVE UP YOUR
STUDY HALL.
As a Freshman class representative, your duties will consist of:
 Participating in a summer planning meeting
 Planning and organizing the freshman class representation in the
homecoming activities
 Organizing and leading Freshman Class Representatives meetings
 Organizing committees
 Raising funds for the Freshman class projects and future plans
 Assisting with all SCA projects (fundraisers, conference, Mr. BWHS,
pep rallies, etc.)
 Representing the needs, desires, and requests of the freshman class on the
student council
Personal Reference
________________________________________ is applying for a Freshman Representative position
for the 2015-16 BWHS Student Council Association. As part of the application process, the student
must include one personal recommendation. We encourage you to be honest with your evaluation.
The requesting student will NOT see this form.
Please return this form to your dean by TBD.
Student Name: _______________________________________________________________
Please rate this student's abilities on the following scale: 1 = poor, 2 = below average, 3 = average, 4 =
above average, 5 = excellent, n/a = not applicable/no knowledge
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Takes initiative………………………..
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Organization…………………………..
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Respectful and respected......………….
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Role model…………………………….
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Overall, do you think this student would be a positive representation of Briar Woods High School?
Please note any additional comments on the reverse that may help with the selection process.
All information, positive or negative, will be kept confidential.
Thank you for your input.
Reference Name: _______________________________________________________________
Relationship to Candidate: ________________________________________________________
Reference Signature: ____________________________________________________________
Personal Reference
________________________________________ is applying for a Freshman Representative position
for the 2015-16 BWHS Student Council Association. As part of the application process, the student
must include one personal recommendation. We encourage you to be honest with your evaluation.
The requesting student will NOT see this form.
Please return this form to your dean by TBD.
Student Name: _______________________________________________________________
Please rate this student's abilities on the following scale: 1 = poor, 2 = below average, 3 = average, 4 =
above average, 5 = excellent, n/a = not applicable/no knowledge
Follow through………………………..
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2
3
4
5
n/a
Communication skills…………………
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2
3
4
5
n/a
Works well in a team………………….
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2
3
4
5
n/a
Takes initiative………………………..
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5
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Organization…………………………..
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Respectful and respected......………….
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5
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Role model…………………………….
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5
n/a
Overall, do you think this student would be a positive representation of Briar Woods High School?
Please note any additional comments on the reverse that may help with the selection process.
All information, positive or negative, will be kept confidential.
Thank you for your input.
Reference Name: _______________________________________________________________
Relationship to Candidate: ________________________________________________________
Reference Signature: ____________________________________________________
Application For Student Council Office
Briar Woods High School
2015-2016 School Year
Name: (please print clearly) _________________________________
I understand that in order to run for this office, I will be required to write a speech that will be
approved by the Student Council Advisor. I further consent that as an elected or appointed
official for Briar Woods High School I will serve as a role model and a leader to the student
body. I will do my best to uphold the standards that are outlined in the Student Council
Constitution and I will act as an upstanding citizen of both my school and my community. I will
demonstrate my leadership through exemplary actions and behavior or risk removal from
office. I will commit to attending all SCA meetings.
I realize that I will not have a study hall if I am elected to serve.
I have read and understand all of the information outlined in this Election Packet:
Student Name: _________________________________________________________
Student Signature: ______________________________________________________
Parent Name: __________________________________________________________
Parent Signature: _______________________________________________________
This student must be in good academic standing to be eligible to run for an office in the
Student Council.
Guidance Counselor’s Name: ____________________________________________________
Signature: ___________________________________________________________________
Application Process Time Line
To be completed by middle schools
 Announcements made for applications:
 Applications Available:
 Applications and written speeches due: **
**You will NOT be eligible to run if the application packet and speech are incomplete or late.
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Posters up week of
Speeches Taped:
Speeches played:
Voting:
Poster Removal: