Question and Answer

Question #1: What are two initiatives you will work on as an SBO next year if you are elected?

Two initiatives I will work on and SBO next year are: students get to request songs for the dance playlist during the week before the dance via a Google form or QR code, and the second is Battle of the Playlists, where each grade gets to create a playlist to be featured at the dance that the 

Question #2: What does it mean to you to be a Colt?

 Being a Cottonwood Colt is like being a part of a community, where we are celebrated no matter our background, and I always have somewhere I can feel safe and belong. As a Cottonwood Student, we are taught that being 'GREAT' is more than just our grades; it’s about being goal-oriented, respectful, engaged, accountable, and tolerant. I try to live out that vision of being excellent every day.

Question #3: What is one way you would develop activities to make everyone at Cottonwood feel welcome and included?

One way I could help develop good ideas that involve everyone at Cottonwood is to use Kolt TV to drive more awareness of upcoming dances and host dance activities during the week of each dance.

Question #4: What advice do you have to stay motivated with attendance and academics throughout the year?

 Some advice I have for people is don't doubt yourself. I know it's easy to fall behind and feel like there is no way you can catch back up, but trust me, there is a way. The only thing you really need to do is tell yourself, 'That no matter what happens, it's going to be ok, and that you are smart,' and with your attendance, I know it sucks to get up every morning just to come to school and sit in a desk, but it will get better. Just think about it in ten years, when you have graduated from college or started your own business, it will have all been worth it.

Question #5: What are some qualities that make a great leader?

 To be a good leader, you need to be able to take the criticism that comes with it, have integrity, keep a positive attitude, have an open mindest, be a good listener, be hardworking, be a problem solver and have clear communication.

Question #6: What is a leadership quality you have and how will it help you be a good SBO at Cottonwood?

One of the top leadership qualities I have is keeping a positive attitude even in the most challenging times. I'm often reminded that everything happens for a reason and there is something to learn from everything.