The Middle Ground: June 2019
Each year, our student leaders at Westwood Middle School in Spokane, WA, focus on one aspect of school culture and climate that they can improve upon. During the 2017–18 school year, they chose to address improving schoolwide attendance. So, how does a group of eight middle level student leaders take on chronic absenteeism? With the...
Advise, Advise: Volume 47 (2018-2019)
NatStuCo Update: April/May 2019
National Student Council’s Distinguished Student Leaders Program is a rigorous and challenging skill- and knowledge-based recognition program created specifically for high school students who want to take their leadership to the next level. Now is a good time to remind your students to submit their portfolios or to familiarize themselves with the requirements of building...
Advise, Advise: Volume 47 (2018-2019)
Put This Into Practice: December/January 2019
Objective Students will reflect on their own performance and also the performance of others. Materials Two notecards per student Writing utensils Time Required 15 minutes, once a month (or whatever frequency you feel is appropriate) Background Frequently, students do not take the time to recognize their accomplishments or enjoy the small moments that lead to...
Advise, Advise: Volume 47 (2018-2019)
Honor Society Update: September 2018
Another school year is upon us, and with it comes National Honor Society (NHS) and National Junior Honor Society (NJHS) students—both seasoned and new—who show a passion for personal growth, community leadership, and professional readiness. But their ambition also requires careful guidance—and that’s where you come in. We know that you and your honor society...
Advise, Advise: Volume 47 (2018-2019)
NatStuCo Update: September 2018
The 2018–19 school year has just begun, but it’s never too soon to start planning your applications to National Student Council signature programs and awards recognitions that take place throughout the year. As an adviser, you guide your students into becoming hardworking, devoted leaders—and you all deserve to be recognized for your outstanding achievements that...
Advise, Advise: Volume 47 (2018-2019)