Take 10: Fall 2021
BECOME A COUNCIL OF EXCELLENCE In this issue we took a special look at Hawaii, which currently leads the states in the number of schools that have earned the National Council of Excellence designation. To become a National Council of Excellence, evidence must be presented in the following areas: Governance Service General Activities and Operations...
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Active Voices: Fall 2021
From very early in childhood, we’re told about the importance of leadership. We all build up a positive perception of leaders from a young age, and we learn to admire those we consider leaders. However, there are two critical questions that are often left unanswered for students: 1) How can I start learning to be...
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Celebrating Student Program Advisers of the Year: Fall 2021
Each year, NHS, NJHS, NEHS, and NatStuCo—through their administering organization, the National Association of Secondary School Principals—celebrate and recognize exemplary advisers who are committed to fostering student leadership and empowering student voice. Warren E. Shull Adviser of the Year Award The Warren E. Shull Award is named for the founder of National Student Council and...
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With Equity and Access for All: Fall 2021
Almost every secondary school in the United States provides extracurricular activities. These activities of academic groups, clubs, and sports help build a well-rounded education—they provide an environment for teaching skills and helping students form and execute goals that can transform their lives. Students acquire collaboration skills, individual and group responsibility, and a feeling of shared...
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Honor Society Update: Summer 2021
The National Honor Society (NHS) is committed to helping students achieve their postsecondary education goals. Since 1946, more than $19 million in scholarships has been awarded to outstanding NHS senior members. The scholarship program is supported by the parent organization of NHS, the National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP). This year, we’re honored to...
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A Conversation With Eliana Hornbuckle: Summer 2021
Since 1946, the National Association of Secondary School Principals and NHS have awarded more than $19 million in scholarship funds to students across the United States. In 2020, the awards totaled $2 million. These scholarships aid students in a number of ways. Advise recently caught up with 2020’s semifinalist recipient, Eliana Hornbuckle, to find out...
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Collaboration Space: Summer 2021
Destined for Greatness Knowing the detached experience of distance learning was complicating students’ ability to uphold academic participation and performance, NatStuCo members at Chula Vista High School in Chula Vista, CA, developed an awards-based system to promote increased productivity. Members created various digital award certificates as well as a request form for teachers to complete....
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Take 10: Summer 2021
Ease Transitions Advisers can play an important role in making the many transitions students experience as smooth as possible. Consider these tips for pandemic transitions: Create activities that encourage at-home students to turn on their cameras and engage. Maintain a sense of community. Recruit students in promoting student wellness. Offer virtual learners “bonus days,” when...
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Higher Test Scores? It’s a SNAP
Just like textbooks and pencils, food is a critical school supply that helps kids learn and excel academically. When it comes to feeding hungry kids, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is one of the most powerful tools we have to get kids the education they need. For decades, SNAP has successfully decreased food insecurity...
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NatStuCo Update: Summer 2021
This year’s National Student Council Conference will be fully virtual and hosted by Woodbridge High School from Woodbridge, VA, June 22–25, 2021. The event is open to all student leaders—not just those affiliated with National Student Council. And with students and advisers able to register themselves individually, we’ve made contactless registration this year easier than...
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