Senior Class Stampede Officer

Arjeta Avdiu

Candidate Video

Question #1: What are two initiatives you will work on as a Class Officer next year if you are elected?

If I’m elected as a Class Officer, I want to help get more people to come to school events by making them more fun and better advertised. I also want to make sure everyone feels included, especially students who might feel left out, so everyone has a place and feels welcome.

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

To me, being a Colt means showing school pride, working hard, and supporting each other no matter what. It’s about being part of a something where everyone feels included and encouraged to do their best.

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 planning events that bring different groups of students together, like themed spirit days or mixed-group activities where people can meet new friends.

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

One piece of advice I have is to stay organized so things don’t pile up and get overwhelming. It also helps to stay involved in school activities or clubs, because when you feel connected it’s easier to stay motivated to show up and do your best.

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

Some qualities that make a great leader are including others, staying positive, and is willing to put in the work to help our team succeed

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

One leadership quality I have is staying positive. I think this will help me be a good Class Officer at Cottonwood because I can keep a good attitude even when things get stressful, and help others stay motivated and excited about school events and activities.

Question #7: What specific qualifications do you have for your intended position?

Some qualifications I have for this position are that I’m responsible, organized, and good at working with others. I stay positive, listen to people’s ideas, and I’m willing to put in the time and effort to make school events more fun

Task

For a school-sponsored event, I would plan a tailagate, where there would be music,games, and food to get excited before the game.And everyone LOVES free food. There could be things like a playlist, small competitions (like cornhole or relay games), and opportunities to win small prizes. Maybe could have other groups different clubs run booths or acitivites so more groups feel included. This would encourage attendance because it makes the event more than just a game but it turns it into a fun social experience where people can hang out with friends and feel part of something.

Student Section Dress Themes:

1. White Out

2. Black Out

3. Neon Night

4. USA theme

5. Jersey Night

6. camo 

7. Pajama Night

8. Decades, like the 80s,90s

9. Pink Out

10. cowboys/cowgirls

Task: Create a sample tailgate or student section party for a school sponsored event. Explain how your initiative would encourage student attendance. Additionally, create a list of 10 dress themes that could be used for the student sections at various football and basketball games.