Some notice when someone is sitting alone. Some have a wild idea that could make school better. Some are brave enough to say, “What if we tried?” That could be you.
You don't need superpowers to change someone's day. Your real strength is what you choose to do for others.
Invite someone in. Make a new friend. Help everyone feel like they belong.
Listen to classmates and share ideas that make school a happier place.
Plan school spirit days, kindness projects, and adventures worth remembering.
“You don't have to be the loudest person in the room to make the biggest difference.”
There's a place for the thoughtful ones, the creative ones, the nervous ones—and you.
Student Council isn't about being the star of the show. It's about making sure everyone gets to shine.
Fifth graders may run for President, Vice President, Secretary, or Treasurer.
Each fourth-grade classroom elects one Class Speaker to represent its students on Student Council.
Listen to classmates and share their ideas, questions, and concerns at Student Council meetings.
Share meeting decisions, school announcements, and upcoming projects with your classroom.
Each third-grade classroom elects one Class Speaker to represent its students on Student Council.
Attend Student Council meetings and share suggestions, questions, and concerns from your classmates.
Tell classmates what happened at meetings, share upcoming events, and invite more student ideas.
Grade 5: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer. Grades 4 and 3: one Class Speaker per classroom. All leaders help make Emerson a kinder, stronger school.
Your first quest begins October 28! Review the proposed dates, then download and complete your paper application.
October 28: hear about Student Council and explore your opportunities.
Complete your paper application and get a recommendation. Deadline: November 13.
If running for office, prepare a speech and practice with support.
Celebrate every candidate, vote respectfully, and serve your school with heart.
Your ideas matter. Pick up or print your paper application, complete it with your family, and turn it in at school.
Share why you would be a thoughtful leader, choose a role, and ask for the recommendations on the application. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room to make a difference.
TIME UNTIL APPLICATION DEADLINE
Print both pages, complete the application, and return the paper copy to your teacher or Student Council adviser by November 13. No online submissions.
Grade 5: President, Vice President, Secretary, or Treasurer. Grade 4: one Class Speaker per classroom. Grade 3: one Class Speaker per classroom. Class Speakers attend meetings, share classmates’ ideas, and report news back to their classes. Complete the printed application with required signatures and recommendations.
Have a crazy, kind, brilliant idea? This is where your mission begins.
This opens an email draft addressed to the Student Council adviser. Review the message and press Send in your email app. Please don't include names or private information.
Our launch date is set for October 28, 2026. The remaining dates are a proposed schedule, not yet finalized.
Launch Student Council and invite students to apply.
Turn in your completed paper application by Friday, November 13.
Confirm candidate eligibility and office selections.
Candidates prepare and practice speeches.
Candidates present their ideas and leadership goals.
Students vote for their representatives and officers.
Celebrate the new Student Council team.
Meeting room and time to be announced.
Dates after October 28 are planning placeholders adapted from the historical schedules. The adviser will confirm the official calendar before publication.
Not at all. Leadership is about listening, caring, and helping others—not popularity.
Thoughtful, quiet students can be amazing leaders. Your voice matters, too.
You can still lead every day by being kind, helping others, and sharing your ideas.
Applications open October 28, 2026, and close Friday, November 13, 2026. Use the application download button above to print the paper application.