Fresh out of middle school, eleven freshmen are eager to become leaders and role models, striving to do their best to improve themselves and the school in any way possible. This past Friday, students had the opportunity to choose who would represent them on the student council.
The student council election is not just about popularity and persuasive speeches; it’s about leadership, responsibility, and representing one’s peers well.
Advisors of the student council, Abby Blanchard, Chelsea Lazaro, and Gina Georgetti, believe that the student council is an important part of the school because it helps students become more “involved and excited to do and create activities for the school as a whole.” A good candidate in the advisors’ eyes is someone who’s “vocal and really in tune with the class and their needs. Someone who is not afraid to just go into their class and say, Hey, what are you guys into? What do you want? And like knowing different options of fundraising,” said Georgetti.
Wyatt Hughes, who won the bid for class president, believes he will be a good president because he plans to give everyone an equal say and voice, allowing them to have more fun in their freshman year. “My plan is to create fun ways to collect money for freshman year,” he said. Hughes decided he wanted to join the student council for the title of president due to the competitive nature of the election. He plans to figure out complex situations by collaborating with his peers and council members.
The vice president, secretary, and treasurer, just like the president, need to have great communication and organizational skills. It’s also important for them to stay connected with their classmates and understand their needs.
Mudjiba Djibril ran for vice president and won the title. Djibril ran because she believed she could make a difference this school year. She said she looks forward to “being able to help out and raise enough money so that we can, in the future, have ice cream socials and better dances.” She plans to raise the money through fundraisers, for example, selling candies and cookies.
The winner for secretary is Keyon Gordon, who believes he can help raise money for field trips, secure sponsors, and assist foundations and charities. “I’m very organized, good at keeping track of records, and working well with others,” Gordon said. Gordon thinks the student council is an important part of our school because “it’s necessary for all schools to enforce rules, but at the same time have a stronger connection with everyone.” Gordon plans to raise enough money and partner with businesses or restaurants to support Foran’s sports teams.
The new ninth-grade treasurer, Leina Lee, promises to help raise money. “I plan to achieve these goals by doing fundraisers, sale events, etc.” Lee ran for treasurer because she wanted to do something helpful for her community, but didn’t want to be in a leadership position.
There will be another election for all grades in the spring. Students interested in running should wait for an announcement from Emily DiCapua, the sophomore class advisor.
