SADD Club Bylaws
SECTION I GENERAL MATTERS
Article I
Name: This organization shall be known as Gateway High School
SADD, Students Against Destructive Decisions.
SECTION II MEMBERSHIP
Article I
Article II
Article III
Article IV
A local chapter is considered part of SADD if it supports this
constitution.
The purpose of this local chapter is to protect lives and improve the
general well-being of its school and community. Each group should
understand SADD's "no use" message, evaluate the interests and
concerns of the group, determine in which areas they can help their
peers and the community, and set goals for the year.
The two classes of student membership are to be referred to as
Active and Inactive.
Active membership requirements include the following:
a. Attendance at 50% of general meetings (Once a Month)
b. Participation in non-meeting activities and events, including
serving on subcommittees.
Article V
Inactive membership is extended to all students who support the
SADD mission by their beliefs.
SECTION III OFFICERS
Article I
A traditional model in which the officers of SADD shall be President,
Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer, elected annually. All
officers participate in the development of meeting agendas.
1. President: Calls meetings and provides structure and order
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during the meetings.
Vice President: In the absence of the president, is assigned
presidential duties. Also chairs subcommittees and is in
charge of public relations.
Treasurer: Keeps account of all dues, receipts, expenses,
and income. The president and treasurer must approve
any payments. The treasurer must report a clear and
correct statement.
Secretary: Responsible for making and keeping contacts in
the community. Also responsible for keeping notes at all
general meetings, keeping track of all active members and
taking roll at each meeting time and place.
5. Complete description of Officers' duties and Officer's
Contract are located in the SADD Officers section.
Article II
Article III
Article IV
Article V
Article VI
Article VII
Given the sensible and visible nature of SADD officers, all officers
are expected to make a pledge to remain alcohol- and drug-free
and must sign the SADD Contract for Life and the Officer's
Contract.
To be eligible for elected office one should be an active member for
at least one year prior to election.
The elected positions shall be decided via open vote by simple
majority rules of the active members. The election shall take place
at the beginning of the school year, or at the end of a school term
for the following school year. There will be no initial vote to limit the
nominees to two candidates for each position.
Officers may be removed from their positions if they fail to comply
with their duties and SADD's constitutional provisions. Guidelines
for removal can be found in the SADD Officers section.
If an officer resigns or is removed during the school year, the
advisor in consultation with the remaining officers will appoint a
replacement to complete the remainder of the term of his/her
predecessor.
The faculty advisor will be approved annually by the school
administration. The advisor continues his/her role of providing
advice and counsel. There is no limit to the number of terms he or
she may serve.
SECTION IV MEETINGS
Article I
Article II
Article III
There will be at least one general business meeting per
month. Public notice of the meeting must be made at least two
days prior to the event.
Proper parliamentary procedure will be followed unless the acting
president permits otherwise. All active members except the
president have a vote on general business. The president will vote
in the event of a tie.
Members are expected to attend meetings. If unable to attend but
wishing to vote, active members may give proxy vote in writing to an
officer.
SADD Constitution
PREAMBLE:
Given the power and potential of student activism, service, and leadership, we hereby join the SADD
Chapter Network. We pledge to end the tragedies resulting from underage drinking, alcohol-related
crashes, and other destructive decisions, and to create positive change in our lives.
ARTICLE I:
NAME
This organization shall be known as Gateway High School SADD, Students Against Destructive
Decisions/Students Against Driving Drunk.
ARTICLE II:
PURPOSE
SADD, Students Against Destructive Decisions, is a school-based organization dedicated to addressing
the issues of underage drinking, impaired driving, drug use, and other destructive decisions and killers of
young people. SADD's mission is to provide students with the best prevention and intervention tools
possible to deal with the serious issues young adults are facing today. Empowerment is SADD's basic
principle. The idea of empowerment is to build students' confidence and ability to create changes and
manage behavior in a way that results in healthy life choices. SADD promotes a message of "No Use" of
alcohol or drugs and encourages students not to participate in activities with destructive consequences.
SADD offers life lessons that will lead members well into the 21st century.
ARTICLE III:
Membership is open to all students who accept these goals:
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To end underage drinking, drinking and driving, drug use and other destructive behavior;
To refuse to ride with a driver who has been drinking or using drugs;
To help others do the same.
ARTICLE IV:
A local chapter is considered part of SADD if it supports this constitution.
Officer Descriptions and Responsibilities
The following is a suggested, traditional model in which the officers of the SADD chapter have individual
responsibilities.
President
The president must attend all meetings. These are the president’s responsibilities.
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Report directly to the advisor, who must confirm/approve plans.
Work with fellow officers to plan meetings and set agendas and notify those who may be required
to attend the meetings.
Lead officer meetings.
Delegate responsibilities for projects to officers, subcommittees, and participants.
Maintain responsibility for the committees’ meetings and establish deadlines.
Facilitate general SADD chapter meetings.
Serve as spokesperson and role model for the SADD chapter.
Approve financial expenditures.
Vice President
The vice president must attend all meetings. The vice president’s responsibilities are listed here.
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Report to the advisor, as requested by the president.
Assume leadership for the president in any role he/she cannot fulfill or in any role that is
requested.
Attend all meetings and actively participate in planning, assisting with delegation of
responsibilities, and implementing activities and programs.
Serve as spokesperson and role model for the SADD chapter.
Serve as public relations contact.
Act as liaison to the SADD State Coordinator.
Secretary
The secretary must attend all meetings and fulfill these responsibilities.
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Keep accurate records of each meeting and provide a copy to all officers and attendees as well
as to the advisor.
Keep track of names and attendance.
Maintain committee lists.
Maintain chapter correspondences and other contacts in the community.
Assume the duties of the vice president when requested.
Work with other officers to plan meetings.
Post meeting and activity times and places.
Actively participate in planning and implementing chapter activities and programs.
Treasurer
The treasurer must attend all meetings. These are the treasurer’s responsibilities.
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Keep account of all chapter income and expenses.
Maintain bank accounts and pay bills as necessary.
Provide an up-to-date report of chapter finances at each meeting.
Work with other officers to plan meetings.
Actively participate in planning and implementing chapter activities and programs.
Class Representatives
The class representatives must attend all meetings and fulfill the following responsibilities.
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Represent his/her grade level and serve as primary SADD role model for that class.
Recruit classmates to help with projects.
Provide information about SADD to classmates.
Attend various officer meetings and other meetings as requested.
Process for Removal of an Officer
Removal of a SADD officer from his/her position is a serious step and should be taken only after certifying
the accusations and having an in-depth discussion among all concerned. Remember that the individual
may be removed from office but not from the SADD chapter. Also, make sure to work with your advisor as
you go through the process.
Above all, the primary concern is for the young person involved – to help the student, not to alienate him
or her. Under all conditions, be sure to provide plenty of help and support to the individual involved.
Each situation should be handled individually and as a separate issue. Although the advisor is the only
person who can remove an officer, a mutual agreement on a recommended course of action with the
involved student might be preferable. A probationary period, instead of removal, may be recommended. If
an informal agreement cannot be reached, then the situation should be discussed and a course of action
chosen.
To prevent such situations from arising, have a workshop at the beginning of the school year to address
responsibilities of officers and other SADD students when they are representing the chapter and
consequences for inappropriate behavior. By doing so, everyone involved will know what is expected and
what to expect. The potential for success is much greater when all chapter participants and
representatives know what is expected of them.