The Arizona Association of Student Council is an association composed of high school chapters throughout the entire Grand Canyon state. Its mission is to develop the future leaders of Arizona, not just for as college students but leaders of the world for our future generations. As someone who was highly involved in student council, I am thankful for values and skills AASC have pursued that shaped the way I am today, as a leader among my peers. In fact, I have seen fellow AASC members continuing on to become incredible leaders within their communities. As we complete school and finish our last summer camp session as a JC, there are just a few things you know all too well being apart of AASC:
1. You made friends with EVERYBODY!
Being a student council kid is ultimately managing a good relationship with your fellow peers -- so why not try to be friends with your entire class, each and every student? They may not be as outgoing as you are, but you can make it your daily mission to make someone's day.
2. You can easily project a loud voice!!!
Student leaders are constantly experiencing trying to settle down their classmates and create silence. It's very useful later in life, especially if you plan on working with others.3. "Sandstorm" by Darude is your jam
No matter where you are, it doesn't matter how many state conventions/camps you've attended. When "Sandstorm" by Darude is playing on the speakers, DROP EVERYTHING AND BREAK INTO THE ICONIC AASC DANCE!
4. State Convention costumes are a must!
The moment the theme of the AASC State Convention is revealed, your entire student government team plan out a vigorous strategy -- no other than to catch all the other schools' eyes with your unique costumes!
5. You have a lot of joy wearing a toilet seat around your neck.
The greatest achievement to have during AASC Student Leadership Camp is to win the legendary: "Spirit Seat," otherwise known as a decorative toilet seat cover. Your group can wear and take photos with it after being the first group able to eat.
6. "The Giving Tree" is your favorite book.
No matter how old you are, "The Giving Tree" is one of the greatest books out there for student leaders. As the tree was happy, you do your best to remain happy even when times get tough.
7. The idea of screaming for your food still haunts you.
Campers will remember the struggle of wanting to be the first group to eat when it's mealtime. The group that is the loudest wins, and it's a team effort to give out the greatest cheers. Not to mention how many people lose their voices after one day in camp -- or have permanent effects to your voice like me.
8. You continue to trust the process.
Once an AASC kid, always an AASC kid. Whether you thrive to be the nation's future leader or simply a leader among peer groups, every student leader is likely to serve others out of their own pursuit. No matter how big you dream, you've always trusted the process of striving forward, even if it doesn't seem like the right path.
