As the school year winds down, the Class of 2028 student council elections were officially announced on May 2nd after everyone’s campaigning week. With high anticipation, students waited eagerly to see who would best represent their voices next year. The results sparked both celebration and reflection.
Newly elected members emphasized the importance of their roles and their passion for making a difference. President Julius Scott expressed excitement about taking on the role, emphasizing his commitment to amplifying students’ voices.
He highlighted how he plans to “ensure everyone’s ideas are heard equally,” and “work efficiently to bond and work together as a team.” Scott also mentioned that his participation in many clubs has allowed him to “learn to lead, speak publicly, and fundraise.”
Looking ahead, Scott is eager to share his new ideas with the rest of the council members. “Leadership to me means putting others’ visions before your own and making sure everyone feels heard,” he added. “Most importantly, it’s the dedication and passion that define a good leader.”
Vice President Sabrima Bhattarai revealed that she had past experience with the student council in middle school and had even held an important leadership position that taught her “the responsibilities required for this position.”
Bhattarai shared that she wanted to do something that would continue to challenge her and showcase her leadership abilities. “Being able to help out my fellow classmates and officers is extremely fulfilling to me…I am willing to listen to all kinds of ideas and represent them in an inclusive manner to the student council, as well as create a comfortable environment where students can feel safe.”
Bhattarai’s willingness to support the president shows her dedication to teamwork and leadership. “Planning events and being in charge of certain committees can be stressful for the president, so having another set of hands helping out can also be beneficial,” Bhattarai concluded.
Secretary and Blue and Gold reporter Anna Bui explained how she was motivated to run for secretary due to her engagement in another organization where she was elected for the same position.
“I love the work I do for this position, and I really enjoy taking notes and keeping everything organized. Therefore, I decided, why not put my skills to use to support my classmates,” Bui shared.
As a part of her strategy, Bui plans on advocating for all students by ensuring “their ideas are heard and their voices aren’t forgotten about.” She also mentioned that in order to achieve her objectives, collaborating with fellow members and advisors is crucial, as she is able to “develop ideas and document them.”
It is important to Bui that she takes handwritten notes, as it is easier to “retain and memorize information.”
Treasurer Sophia Zhang stated that she has been the treasurer of a middle school club and found it enjoyable. Since she has had experience in this position from previous years, she was extremely grateful to be elected for this position.“I was interested and grateful to be more involved within the school and help out with raising money,” stated Zhang.
To ensure everything runs smoothly, Zhang plans to improve communication with her peers and to“conduct surveys to see and receive feedback from students.”
She envisions meetings that involve discussing event plans and talking to other staff members to receive input on events and fundraisers.
Serving as treasurer can be challenging, as it requires careful budgeting and responsible spending. For Zhang to ensure that money is being spent and kept wisely, she will be using “tools like Google Sheets to keep track of funds and ensuring that prices are set to make a profit,” Zhang concluded.
Event Coordinators Vanessa Pham and Tenzin Tseten declared that they wanted to bring fresh ideas and create events that everyone would enjoy.
“It felt amazing knowing that my classmates believed in my vision by electing me for this position,” Pham stated.
Both plan on representing and advocating for the students by creating events that cater to the interests of their class. “I plan on being all ears to the students and making myself as available as possible to hear any ideas, to make sure everyone is equally represented no matter their interest or background,” Pham claimed.
“I plan on working closely with my partner to thoroughly discuss ideas and plans for any possible events,” Tseten explained.
Pham believes that collaboration is key, and they aim to achieve their goals by “pooling their ideas, resources, and talents.”
Social Media Coordinators Ayusha Shrestha and Loza Bisetegne shared their motivations for running.
“Students in the Joy block were extremely supportive, which was my motive to run for this position,” Shrestha emphasized.
“I ran for this position because I wanted to enhance our school’s online community and communication engagement.” Bisetegne shared.
Both plan to advocate for students by “seeking diverse perspectives and ensuring that all voices are heard.”
They also plan to use platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and school websites to share updates and promote events. “To increase student involvement, I will leverage social media to promote school events and initiatives,” Bisetegne explained.
Bisetegne will focus on maintaining a “consistent posting schedule,” curating engaging content, and creating interactive campaigns and challenges.
Shrestha will focus on creating humorous videos and posters to boost engagement.
Both coordinators hope to collaborate with the council on fundraising ideas and gather student feedback through online surveys and open forms.
With a dynamic team full of passion, experience, and creative ideas, the Class of 2028 student council is ready to lead and shape the school’s community in the year ahead.
