All Student Body (ASB)

Congratulations on your decision to run for office; by participating in student government you are improving the community in which you live and learn. Becoming an officer requires dedication and motivation. This packet is designed to assist you in researching the responsibilities of each position, as well as clear up any misconceptions concerning the election process. In order to run for office you MUST attend an elections meeting; please be sure to check the elections schedule to find meeting dates and locations. Good luck on your campaign, I look forward to seeing you on the campaign trail!

Before you decide to run for office there are a few things you need to consider:

1. Am I in “good standing” as defined by page 42 of the Student/Parent Handbook.
2. Do I have the time to commit to the desired office? Can I make student government a top priority?
3. Am I flexible about meeting times? Can I meet before school, during activity block, or in the evenings?
4. What are the qualifications needed to successfully fill this position? Is it right for me?

If you have answered “yes” to all of these questions, please read the following regarding election procedures:

1. Watch the High School Update Newsletter or check the website for event reminders
2. Fill in the information at the top of the nomination form. Collect a minimum of 25 signatures from the appropriate peers (materials will be distributed at elections meetings only)
3. Submit your nomination papers as well as a rough draft of your speech by the indicated deadline. Late papers/speeches will not be accepted as it is a reflection of your level of responsibility.
4. Campaign-all campaign posters must be pre-approved by the Director of Student Activities, the Assistant Principal, or Principal.
5. Deliver your speech to your peers; you must deliver the speech that was approved. Unapproved speeches will result in disqualification from the election
6. Vote
7. Listen to the announcements at the end of the day for instructions on obtaining results.

Campaign Guidelines and Rules

1. No campaign money – this means that you can not give monetary money to garner votes from your peers.

2. Posters MUST be either handmade or printed by a home computer. Professionally made posters are for professional politicians.

3. Make sure you take your position seriously. You are running for an important office in the Oakland Technical High School community.  Co-Emcees are the ONLY candidates that can utilize entertainment (games, music, etc.) as a part of their speech.

Oakland Technical High School Responsibilities of Elected and Appointed Positions

President
• Represents the class
• Speaks for the class when appropriate
• Conducts class meetings and class officers meetings
• Delegates responsibilities for class activities then follows up
• Communicates with class members, advisors, parent advisors, faculty and parents
• Sets agendas for meetings
• Administers class funds
• Completes activity requests and building use forms
• Attends meetings as necessary with the Director of Student Activities

Vice-President
• Represents the President upon his/her request or in his/her absence
• Assumes the Presidency when the President is incapacitated or ineligible (See MIAA Rules)
• Submits class information for Daily Announcements or for List-Serve to the Director of Student Activities
• Shares responsibilities for class activities

Secretary
• Takes minutes at all meetings related to class activities
• Posts minutes on class page of the website each week
• Writes letters, invitations, flyers, and thank you notes
• Shares responsibilities for class activities

Treasurer
• Maintains financial records for the class
• Meets with school bookkeeper as necessary
• Reports financial status at class meetings and at officer meetings
• Prepares budget forecast
• Deposits all income with school bookkeeper promptly upon receipt
• Arranges for payment for class and advisor approved bills
• Organizes cash boxes, tickets, and checks for class events (two days in advance)
• Shares responsibilities for class activities

Historian
• Maintains social media for the class
• Maintain a comprehensive record of all student council activities, including meetings, events, and projects.