Executive Office Election Packet
2006-2007
Dear Applicant,
Congratulations on taking a step towards making a positive impact on our campus and enhancing your leadership abilities. Committing to ASB means being organized, responsible, and involved. To run for an ASB Executive Office a 2.5 GPA or higher, a minimum of one full term in high school ASB and no history of discipline policy violations. ASB is a priority; it is essential that you know your schedule is balanced for next year and that you will be able to remain in your ASB position for the entire calendar year (both terms, period 2, Sept-June). If you have any questions about your schedule please talk to a counselor before you run for an ASB Executive Office.
* Please only read the section adhering to the position you wish to run for. (Executive Council or Commissioner)
Executive Council Positions:
These packets are available on April 17th. They are due on Monday, April 24th by 3:30 pm Mrs. Hayes in room C105. Each part of this packet must be completely filled out to receive full credit for it. The letters of recommendation must be from 2 sources from Canyon Crest Academy (teachers, staff). After your packet has been reviewed, interviews will be scheduled. Tuesday April 25th and Wednesday the 26th are President and Vice President Interviews from 3:30-5:00.
Executive Class Positions:
For the executive class positions the Freshman committee will be in charge of Seasonal events. (Grams, Green Day, ect.) The sophomore committee will be in charge of Lunchtime Events. The Junior committee will be in charge of Dances. As a class official your job is to fundraise for your class.
POINT SYSTEM – GETTING ON THE BALLOT (based on 200 points) You will need 180 points.
1. Turning in application on time 10 pts
2. Filling out application correctly 10 pts
3. Two letters of recommendation 75 pts
4. Short answer form ____15 pts
5. Interview process 65 pts
6. GPA 10 pts
7. Attendance 15 pts
Positions
Elected
· ASB President
· ASB Vice President
· Junior Class President
· Junior Class Vice President
· Sophomore Class President
· Sophomore Class Vice President
Appointed
· ASB Secretary
· ASB Treasure
· Commissioner of Fund-raising
· Commissioner of Spirit
· Commissioner of Dance
· Commissioner of Lunch-time Activities
· Commissioner of Seasonal
· Commissioner of Technology (Music and Website)
· Commissioner of Student Store
· Commissioner of Clubs
· Commissioner of Community Relations
· Site Council/ District Representative
· ASB Finance Clerk Assistant
ASB OfficerSchedule & Class Officer Schedule
April 17th – ASB applications available in room C105
April 19th - ASB and Class Election Meeting at lunch 11:35
April 19th - Applications are available in on the CCA ASB website. www.sduhsd.net/cc
April 24th - ASB Officer Applications due /Class Officer Applications due
April 25th and 26th - President/ Vice President Interviews 3:30- 5:00
May 1st -2nd - ASB Officer Campaigning /Class Officer Campaigning
May 4th – 5th - ASB Officer Voting/ Class Officer Voting
Thank you for taking an interest in ASB. GOOD LUCK!
Candidate Information Sheet:
Please print neatly using ink or type 12 pt. font. Thank you!
Name of Applicant: ______
Phone Number: ______
Grade: ______
Position running for: ______
E-mail:______
G.P.A:______
Academic Schedule for Current Term:
Period Room Number Teacher/Subject
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GPA (most recent report and must meet 2.5 eligibility requirement): ______
Registrar's Stamp and Signature: ______
Counselor approval that your schedule and credits will allowyoutake Second Period ASB for the entire year 2005-2006:
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Counselor Signature Date
**Turn in completed packet to the ASB room according to the schedule above by April 24th 3:30pm.
Short Answer: Please answer the following questions as best as possible. Please use an additional piece of paper if necessary.
1. What are some of your Leadership Qualities?
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2. What do you expect to get out of joining ASB this year?
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3. What are some of the goals (short term/long term) that you have set for yourself at CCA?
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4. What makes you a good candidate for this position?
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5. What might prevent you from being involved in ASB activities before school, at lunch, on various evenings and possible weekends?
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6. I am available to work during the summer? Yes/ No
7. I am able to remain in ASB for both terms? (Sept-June) Yes/ No
Agreements:
I understand that this is not a responsibility to be taken lightly and that I am pledging my time and talent for the term of office for one full year
I agree to follow all terms regarding the election process. If elected, I will follow all CCA rules, regulations, and procedures entitled to the privileges of my position.
I commit to honor all CCA’s discipline policies, and I pledge to represent CCA’s ASB in the most noble and earnest way possible.
I understand that I am expected to assist and/or be present to all ASB functions.
I understand that any decisions or activities that we plan are in the best interest of CCA’s student body.
I will keep in mind that poor performance in my duties as an ASB Executive/ Commissioner, I will be re-evaluated and if necessary impeached from my position.
I, ______, do solemnly swear to uphold the constitution of the Canyon Crest Academy Associated Student Body.
Signature of Applicant: ______
Signature of Parent/Guardian: ______
Letter of Recommendation
Name of Applicant______Desired Position: ______
Recommender: ______Relation to Applicant: ______
Contact Number/ e-mail:______
Rate the applicant on a scale of 1-5. Please be very honest regarding the questions below based on your knowledge of his/her abilities as a leader. Your scores and comments will be held in confidence and will not be read by the students.
5= above and beyond 4= strong 3= average 2= needs improvement 1= poor
1. Does this student work well with others? 1 2 3 4 5
2. Is this student responsible and well organized? 1 2 3 4 5
3. Does this student work hard and put 110% in all they do?
1 2 3 4 5
4. Is this student reliable? Does he/she follow through with all assigned tasks?
1 2 3 4 5
5. Does this student know how to handle a situation when things do not go as planned? 1 2 3 4 5
6. Does this student have a positive attitude? 1 2 3 4 5
Very, Very Short Answers
1. What is the best quality you feel this student has to offer as a leader at CCA?
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2. If you were the ASB advisor, would you consider choosing this student as part of your team? Why/ why not?
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3. Are there any other comments you would like the interview team to know?
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Letter of Recommendation
Name of Applicant______Desired Position: ______
Recommender: ______Relation to Applicant: ______
Contact Number/ e-mail:______
Rate the applicant on a scale of 1-5. Please be very honest regarding the questions below based on your knowledge of his/her abilities as a leader. Your scores and comments will be held in confidence and will not be read by the students.
5= above and beyond 4= strong 3= average 2= needs improvement 1= poor
7. Does this student work well with others? 1 2 3 4 5
8. Is this student responsible and well organized? 1 2 3 4 5
9. Does this student work hard and put 110% in all they do?
1 2 3 4 5
10. Is this student reliable? Does he/she follow through with all assigned tasks?
1 2 3 4 5
11. Does this student know how to handle a situation when things do not go as planned? 1 2 3 4 5
12. Does this student have a positive attitude? 1 2 3 4 5
Very, Very Short Answers
4. What is the best quality you feel this student has to offer as a leader at CCA?
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5. If you were the ASB advisor, would you consider choosing this student as part of your team? Why/ why not?
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6. Are there any other comments you would like the interview team to know?
______
Application Checklist
Applications are due to the ASB room by April 24th , 2006 by 3:30pm. Here is a checklist to help you make sure your packet is complete. Have fun and good luck!
Thoughtfully choose a position to run for
A completed candidate information sheet
A contract signed by you and your parents
2 staff recommendations
An oath of office initialed by you and your parents
Any poster or booth designs if available (remember all your designs must be approved by ASB before they are presented to the rest of the student body)
Officer Duties
Your enrollment in this class means that you are willing to devote time and energy to student activities on and off campus. More than giving of your time and talents, you are going to learn skills which will allow you to become a more effective leader, planner, and organizer. You will learn how to set goals and to effectively take steps in achieving those goals. You will learn successful strategies in how to communicate with others as well as planning meaningful and organized events and activities. You will get out of this class what you put into it. A maximum of effort and participation will get you a maximum of satisfaction and achievement. The effort you put forth is up to you.
CLASS OBLIGATION
· Participate in all CCA activities
· Wear school colors when appropriate (Every Friday is school colors day)
· Get to class on time
· Put things back when you are finished with them
· Don’t leave the room without signing out.
· Wait for class to be dismissed. Please do not congregate near the door as the end of the period approaches.
· Avoid disturbing other classes
· Trash clean-up on a regular basis .
· Active participation in CCA student council
· Organize event planning, following steps in paperwork.
Election Rules and Regulations
**Candidates that violate the following rules are subject to expulsion from the election.
Campaigning on Campus
· All posters and designs must be approved by ASB
Signs:
· Blue tape must be used if posting on any painted surfaces.
· May not be any larger than 10ft. by 3ft.
· Must be taken down by the end of elections May 5th, 2006 by 3:30 pm.
The use of doors, classrooms, and locker rooms to post up signs must be approved by teachers/coaches
· No flyers (papers that flow freely around campus)
· Floor signs are only permitted the days of elections May 4th & 5th, 2005.
· During election days, there will be no campaigning w/in 150ft of the voting polls
ASB will provide you with:
· 16 feet of butcher paper
· The use of ASB inks (only if used with care and under supervision)
· The opportunity to make signs after school when an ASB executive council member and advisor are present
Slander
· At no time may any candidate engage in personal attacks on any teacher, administrator, or student. No remarks shall be made against opponents that are judged to be as slanderous.
Bribery
At no time may a candidate bribe people for votes. This includes paying money, giving gifts, or passing out food/candy.
Those moving on will be able to begin campaigning on April 30th , 2006. All campaigning materials must be taken down by May 5th, 2006 by 3:30pm.
The Candidate must abide by all the other Election Rules and Regulations as well.
This is your opportunity to advertise yourself. BE CREATIVE and HAVE FUN!
Associated Student Body Contract
I understand that the positions that I am applying for requires my full commitment to complete the duties of my job as well as to support ASB events at Canyon Crest Academy as a whole. I have discussed the Oath of Office with my parent/guardian and I am willing to dedicate my time and skill to serve my school in this way.
Student Signature: ______Date: ______
I have read the responsibilities of the position for which my child wishes to apply. I support and understand that if my child is appointed a position on the ASB executive Council he/she will need to put in time before and after school to do his/her job and support all ASB activities.
Parent Signature: ______Date: ______