Maranatha High School
Associated Student Body & Project
L.E.A.D.
Selection Information Packet
Maranatha High School Associated Student Body / Project L.E.A.D.
Application for Nomination or Appointment
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Class
Student Last Name
Student First Name
Student Email
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Parent (1) Last Name
Email
Phone #
First Name
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Phone#
Parent (2) Last Name
Email
First Name
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City
Zip
Address
State
Please check the position for which you are applying
ASB President
Project L.E.A.D.**
Director of Special Events
Support Roles*
Director of In-reach/Outreach
Class Vice President
Spirit Commissioner
Director of Media/Creative
Class Representative**
Athletics Liaison
Director of Public Relations
International Student Liaison
Director of Fundraising
ASB President, Project L.E.A.D. students, Class Presidents and V.P.’s must
enroll in ASB Leadership class
*Please see position description and responsibilities for selection process
Class Council
Class President
**These positions are by appointment only. This application
serves as official documentation of your interest in being
appointed to this position but does guarantee you a spot.
Due Date: Please Return to Mr. Kozak’s office, in person no later than Friday March 11, 2016
**Once you have read this entire packet and understood all items stipulated please sign below
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Student Signature
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Date
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Parent Signature
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Date
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The Purpose of ASB:
The purpose of the Student Council shall be to promote fellowship within the school and to maintain
Christian standards in all areas of life, to improve the school by coordinating student activities and
promoting school spirit; and to promote understanding among students, faculty and the administration. The
goal of the Council is to promote spiritual unity and to establish organization within the ASB of Maranatha
High School.
Council Pledge:
We, the Student Council, are committed to encourage a relational environment that strengthens the Christcentered and unified community of Maranatha High School through spirit, service, and integrity.
Nominee Qualifications:
Personal Characteristics
1.
Shall be a professing Christian, exhibiting a strong Christian attitude.
2.
Must be organized and capable of communicating and delegating responsibilities.
Demonstrated Credibility
1.
Shall have a signed parental permission slip.
2.
Shall be approved by the faculty. Three expressions of concern by the faculty/administration shall
constitute disapproval of a candidate.
3.
Must have a letter of recommendation from at least one pastor or spiritual mentor and one MHS
teacher expressing their observation of the candidate’s strong Christian testimony and leadership
skills.
4.
Shall complete the appropriate application process for the position desired.
Official School Record
1.
Must have attended Maranatha High School at least one year prior to term of office with the
exception of Freshman Class Officers.
2.
Shall not hold any other ASB elected office or any elected office in any other school affiliated club
while on Student Council.
3.
Shall have attended at least one student council event, excluding mandatory activities, that year.
4.
Must have at least a 2.5 cumulative grade point average and must have a minimum 2.5 GPA for the
preceding grade report.
5.
Shall not have missed more than 15 days of school the preceding semester.
6.
Shall be in good standing behavior with the school in the current and preceding semester.
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Name of Pastor/Spiritual Mentor for Recommendation (please use recommendation form)
Name of Maranatha Teacher for Recommendation (please use recommendation form)
Please answer the following questions on a separate paper (all answers should be typed) and attach a
picture of yourself:
1.
Why do you want to be a part of ASB / Project L.E.A.D.?
2.
Describe a time when you failed and how you responded.
3.
What is your vision for what you want to accomplish if you are elected or appointed?
4.
What other extra-curricular activities will you be involved in?
5.
What prior involvement have you had in clubs, ASB and/or athletics at MHS? Include previous
leadership roles.
6.
Please share your testimony and where you are currently in your relationship with Jesus.
Student Agreement
I have read, understood, and I agree to abide by this handout. I also understand that to be
considered for this position I must complete and return this form (signed and completed) and my
two recommendations (hard copy or electronic copy), to Mr. Kozak’s Office (AC 110)
Parent Approval
Please
Initial
I give my child permission to apply for Student Council and understand that being part of Student
Council means my child will be required to be at all school functions required according to the
responsibilities of the position. I realize this means he/she will need to arrive early to set up and
leave late to clean up for various school functions.
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ASB Campaign and Election &
Project L.E.A.D. Appointment Process
Below are the necessary instructions for campaigning, speeches, appointing of Project
L.E.A.D. members and class representatives.
ASB Presidential Election Campaign & Selection Process
Seniors interested in being selected as ASB President must meet all necessary requirements as
stated in the ASB guidelines.
In order to be considered, students must fill out the application in its entirety and turn in Mr.
Kozak before March 11, 2016.
Once completed applications are collected, the ASB director will hold short preliminary interviews. If there are three or more potential candidates for ASB President, the candidates will
engage in a general election process. [for campaign instructions see “Campaigning & Election
Procedures (Class Officers)” below].
In this election process, the student body will select two potential candidates. After which
these candidates will be interviewed by a panel consisting of the following representatives of
the school community: ASB Director, Administrator, Counselor, Teacher, Coach, and students in
all grades. The committee will then give its recommendation to the ASB Director for the office of president.
If in the event that administration feels a particular student to be a good fit, then he or she
can be nominated to the general election without the need for signatures.
Project L.E.A.D. Appointment Process
Applicants for Project L.E.A.D. will complete the necessary ASB application and submit it to
Mr. Kozak no later than March 11, 2016
All applications will be reviewed and interviews with each student will be scheduled during
the week of March 14, 2016. Students who are not selected will be first given the option of
running for class president or to be interviewed (with special consideration) for class council.
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Selected students will be notified of their newly appointed position April 4, 2016. Candidates
wishing to run for class presidents may begin their campaign April 8, 2016.
Campaigning & Election Procedures (Class Officers)
Only those seeking to be elected class president or class vice president need to run a campaign. If no candidate wishes to be elected vice president, any candidate running for president not elected will be interviewed by the ASB director and subsequently appointed to the
position.
Please follow the guidelines below very carefully.
No materials for campaigning shall be displayed by any candidate until the day prior to the
appropriate election and the day of the election. Materials for campaigns may be displayed no
sooner than Friday April 8, 2015.
Each candidate shall post in designated areas a maximum of four posters not to exceed the
size three feet by five feet. No other form of campaigning will be allowed (stickers, candy,
flyers, etc.). Designated areas are as follows: Space provided each candidate on the ASB bulletin board, the boards located in the stairwells in the Academic Center. All posters, must be
approved by the ASB President and the ASB Director.
The candidates should place most of his/her emphasis on the speech and public relations.
The candidates and their campaign manager shall be permitted to wear name tags, shirts and
other forms of publicity to identify themselves for elections. This is to be permitted during
the campaign period only. However students must seek approval for any dress code adjustments.
There shall be no form of campaigning within the sight of the ballot box at the time of the
elections.
In the event of the nominee not being able to give his/her own speech due to circumstances
outside his/her control, his/her campaign manager shall be able to give the speech he/she
has written.
Candidate Speeches
Each candidate shall give a campaign speech in a special assembly of the entire student body
on the day of the election when running for an ASB office. If running for class council, the
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candidate shall give a campaign speech before his or her respective class. This special assembly will occur on Tuesday April 12, 2016, 11:28-12:23pm
Each candidate shall be allotted five minutes for their speech/address
Current ASB members are not to be campaign managers or actively endorse a candidate.
Each candidate will meet with Mr. Kozak to review contents of their speech to ensure that it
adheres to the standards and practices concurrent with the philosophy and goals of the
school.
Appointment of Class Representatives
Candidates seeking appointment for class representative will meet for a one-on-one interview
with Mr. Kozak and then, following the election process, a panel interview with the ASB
Project L.E.A.D. team and newly elected class presidents and vice presidents.
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Pastor / Christian Leader Reference Request Form
_________________________ is applying for a student leadership team at Maranatha High
School. This is a group that aims to development Christ-like leadership skills in students by
creating environments throughout Maranatha where students can experience community and
divine transformation.
In order to complete the application process each applicant needs a recommendation letter
from a pastor or Christian leader. This letter should include character traits, evidence of
growth in Christ, and how you think the applicant would contribute to the team, along with
any other information you would like to share.
Please return the letter via email to s_kozak@mhs-hs.org or by mail to
Maranatha High School
Attn: Steven Kozak, Dean of Spiritual Life & Student Leadership
169 South St. John
Pasadena, CA 91105
Letters must be completed and returned by Tuesday, March 11, 2016.
Thank you so much for your corporation. If you have any questions please contact Steven
Kozak at s_kozak@mhs-hs.org
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Teacher Recommendation Form
Please print clearly
Complete section 1 and then have the teacher of your choice complete Section 2. You should
select a current teacher that you are in good standing with.
Section 1. To Be Completed By You
Applicant Name_______________________________________________________________
Last
M.I.
First
Home Address________________________________________________________________
Street
City
State
Zip
Section 2. To Be Completed By Teacher
The student has requested your recommendation as part of ASB/Project L.E.A.D. To help us
make the best possible selection, please consider each question carefully and answer
completely. Please return this form to Kozak’s mailbox or office.
Teacher Name________________________________________________________________
How long have you known the applicant?___________________________________________
What classes and/or activities have you had with this applicant? _________________________
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Please answer the following questions
1. Is the applicant’s behavior in class consistent with his/her Christian faith?
Yes
No
If no, please explain_________________________________________________________
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2. How would you describe the applicant’s attitude toward authority?
Problem
Consistent with Scripture
Have not observed
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3. Please describe the applicant’s social relationships with his/her peers _______________
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4. Does the applicant consistently “live out” their faith in the classroom?
Yes
No
5. Please comment concerning the applicant’s spirituality, cooperativeness, honesty,
tactfulness, and good judgment.
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Based on your observations of the applicant do you feel they would be a positive addition to
the team and would contribute to the spiritual growth and community of Maranatha?
Highly Recommend
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Recommend
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Recommend with Reservations
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Not Recommended
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