SBO Secretary

Meili Anderson

Meili makes it happen

I’m running because I want to bring more ideas to the table, to have more people represented, and to continue strengthening the Cottonwood community. I believe that through giving more people a voice, the experience of all will improve, and that the students and community of Cottonwood deserve the best experience. Through working with both students and adults to create meaningful changes and connections, we can continue the great legacy of Cottonwood.

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Question and Answer

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

If elected, two initiatives I will focus on are creating a more unified school community and increasing trust between staff and students. To increase unity, I would work to plan and promote activities with different groups of students so everyone feels included and connected. This can look like activities that bring together multiple grades, clubs, or other student groups to help more people feel represented in activities. I would help strengthen trust between staff and students by encouraging more open communication. Encouraging students and staff to give their perspectives on activities and issues, and following up on feedback, will help increase trust because each side will know their opinions are listened to and valued. When students and staff trust each other, it creates a positive learning environment for all.

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

Being a Colt means fostering meaningful connections with others, celebrating individuality and diversity, and contributing to a community built on kindness, respect, and trust. Cottonwood's community is rich with different ideas, cultures, and traditions, and I'm proud to be a Colt.

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

One way I would develop activities to make everyone at Cottonwood feel welcome and included is by involving a wide range of student groups in the planning and execution of activities. I would invite people from a wide range of groups like LIA, NHS, performing arts, and other clubs, as well as the various teams, to participate in planning and carrying out events. Having input and help from people outside of student government will increase the reach and impact of activities, helping more people feel represented and included.

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

I would encourage others to set clear goals for their short- and long-term futures. Maintaining good grades and attendance during high school will help set them up for future successes. And because surrounding myself with people who share similar goals helps me stay motivated, I would encourage others to also form relationships with people who will keep them accountable and encourage them to keep working hard.

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

Some qualities that make a great leader are empathy, respect for the people they are leading, organization, commitment to their position, and flexibility.

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

A leadership quality I have is dedication. When I have responsibilities I will see them through and give my all to make our school community the best it can be. My dedication will help me be a great SBO at Cottonwood because I will give my all to the position.

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Task

SBO Secretary Task

Create a sample list of groups at Cottonwood that could participate in a school assembly and write a sample email asking if they would like to participate. Additionally, create a simple outline of a Homecoming Assembly script.

List of Groups

Peer leaders
LIA
NHS
Art Club
FCCLA
DECA
Performing Arts (choir, band, orchestra, theatre, jazz band)

Sample Email

Dear [group],

I hope this email finds you well! We are planning the _________ assembly for [date, time if needed], and I am reaching out to invite [group] to be involved. We would love for you to help with [specific assignment here, ex. running ______ activity, performing, planning ______].

Please let me know if you are interested and able to help participate, and feel free to reach out with any questions or support you need to prepare.

Looking forward to hearing from you!

Best,

Meili Anderson

SBO Secretary

Homecoming Assembly Outline

Opening: SBO President and Vice welcome student body and introduce first game run by freshman class officers

Game 1: Freshman class in charge (possible game cup stacking relay). Ask for volunteers from each of the grades (3-4), explain the rules to the teams and the audience. Countdown to start, let game run, when all teams have finished announce winner and cheer for the team that won. Pass to sophomore class for next game.

Game 2: Sophomore class in charge (possible game, name that tune). Get volunteers from each grade (2-3), explain the rules to the teams and the audience. Play the first song for 5-10 seconds, whoever guesses correctly first gets a point. Repeat for 4-5 more rounds, announce the winners (team with most points), and cheer for the team. Pass to SBOs for combined dance performance announcement.

Combined Dance Performance: One or two SBOs announces the combined cheer, dance and drill performance, watch the performance then pass to junior class for next game.

Game 3: Junior class in charge (possible game paper airplane toss). Get volunteers from each grade (2-4, possible place to have STEM or Robotics kids help come up with ways to fold paper airplanes before, or help fold during), explain rules to participants and audience. Give each team time to fold their planes, and then let each team throw 3 times, the team with the farthest throw wins. Announce winners, cheer for the team, pass to senior class for final game.

Game 4: Senior class in charge (possible game student v teacher balloon pop challenge). Get volunteers from whole audience (2 or 3 from each grade) and teacher volunteers (either then or have them sign up beforehand). Explain the rules to the teams and the audience, countdown and start the game. First team to pop all balloons wins, wait until both teams have finished and announce winner.

Send off: SBO President and Vice back to say thanks for coming, announce other homecoming activities to be aware of and dismiss.

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