For its exemplary record of leadership, service, and activities that serve to improve the school and community, Western Dubuque High School student council has been awarded a 2017 National Gold Council of Excellence Award by the National Association of Student Councils (NASC).
“Receiving an NASC National Gold Council of Excellence Award reflects the highest dedication on the part of the school to providing a strong, well-rounded student council program,” said Ann Postlewaite, National Association of Secondary School Principals (NASSP) student programs director. “NASC applauds the work of the National Gold Councils of Excellence and challenges them to continue their leadership and service to their schools and communities.”
“This is the first year we have applied for this award, and it’s truly an honor to receive it. It’s awesome that our Student Council can get national recognition for the work we do throughout the year.” Jade Besler ’17 Student Body Treasurer
“Western Dubuque Student Council worked hard to earn this award and is very deserving because of all the work they put in.” Emma Hoefer ‘17 Senior Class Vice President
To meet the requirements for the NASC National Council of Excellence Award, a student council must meet a variety of criteria. In addition to basic requirements such as a written constitution, regular meetings, a democratic election process, and membership in NASC, councils demonstrate things such as leadership training for council members, teacher/staff appreciation activities, student recognition programs, school and community service projects, spirit activities, goal setting, financial planning, and active participation in state and national student council associations. Those councils awarded the gold level have successfully demonstrated the highest levels of leadership.
To learn more about the National Council of Excellence Award, visit www.nasc.us/ncoe.