Learn about government and good citizenship 2. Promote school spirit and leadership. Offer chances for students to serve their school and community. Work with faculty to plan school activities and solve problems.
Members learn to hold elections, set up a calendar of events, set goals and run meetings.
The officers are elected in a school wide election where students actually campaign, make posters and give speeches. The student council helps students learn about democracy and good citizenship as they set their goals and rules for behavior.