Application for Student Council Of Capital High School

Student name: _______________________________________________________________ Current Grade Level: ___________________ Last Semester GPA: __________ I will be running for the office of: ________________________________________________(TO RUN FOR STUDENT BODY OFFICER, YOU MUST HAVE BEEN A STUDENT COUNCIL MEMBER IN THE PREVIOUS SCHOOL YEAR.) *I would like to be a representative only ________________(YOU DO NOT HAVE TO CAMPAIGN, AND YOU WILL NOT BE VOTED INTO COUNCIL BY YOUR PEERS. YOU WILL BE APPROVED BY THE ADVISORS AND ADMINISTRATION) Did you fail any classes in the 2011-2012 school year? Yes No

If you answered yes, please provide an explanation. (Name of class, teacher, etc.)

Did you have any disciplinary infractions of any kind in the 2011-2012 school year? Yes No

If you answered yes, please provide an explanation. (Name of school, administrator, details, etc.)

*Applicants must complete a one page essay that includes answers to the following:
1. Why you want to serve on Student Council . 2. What previous experience do you have that qualifies you for this position? 3. What qualities do you think are most important in a student council member?

4. Do you believe that a student council member should be held accountable for his or her actions at ALL times (both in school and out of school)? Why or why not?

I understand that Student Council members are held to the highest possible standard and have an obligation to uphold ALL of the rules, regulations and policies of the School, the County and the State. Student Council members must: 1. Have an overall GPA of 2.5 or higher 2. Must desire to serve, represent and voice the opinions of their student body 3. Must be able to attend meetings and Council functions 4. Must sign and abide by the Student Council Constitution 5. Must be able to commit to afterschool and weekend functions 6. Must participate in fund raising and community service activities 7. Must sign and abide by the Capital High School Assurance Contract 8. Must have this application signed by a counselor and a parent or legal guardian and the applicant and TURNED IN to Mr. Clark or Mrs.Garrison by Tuesday, April 24-- no later than 3:15 PM. **NO LATE APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED.

I certify that I have read, understand and agree to all the obligations and requirements contained within this application. I further certify that all the information on this application is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Student Signature: ___________________________________________________________________

Parent/Legal Guardian: ________________________________________________________________

Counselor: __________________________________________________________________________

Accepted by: ________________________________________________________________________

On: _______________________________________