Charter

Charter Of The River Hill Diversity Association 

Version 10 (Revised Version 3) 

Last Revised: Wednesday April 23rd, 2025 

Article I Purpose 

Mission Statement 

The River Hill’s Diversity Association was formed with the goal of building an accepting community that supports and celebrates the multitude of cultures, ranging from Africa, Asia, Europe, the Americas, the Middle East, and faith based groups, represented in our school. 

Article II Partnerships 

Community Partners 

RHDA believes in the power of partnerships to build connections, amplify voices, and support meaningful change. By collaborating with organizations, we ensure a wider reach and greater impact, promoting diverse perspectives and strengthening our shared goals of inclusion, equity, and representation. We welcome student organizations, community groups, nonprofits, faith-based organizations, businesses, and advocacy groups that align with our DEI values. 

School Partners 

RHDA invites groups to join us as a member, with two (2) liaisons on The Central Council. This council will meet quarterly to discuss ideas and requests for assistance. RHDA offers support through coordination, communication with administration, and volunteer assistance. Our goal is to help small groups collaborate, strengthen representation, and promote cultural education without taking control. 

Article III Organs 

Central Council 

The Council will serve as a central forum for RHDA’s ideas and collaboration. Members Each partner group will have two (2) liaisons chosen by their respective group, and Each partner maintains the right to have (2) liaisons, but is not required to have them. 

Committee of Planning 

The Committee of Planning will have the role of taking events approved by the Central Council and planning them. They are responsible for the execution of the event. 

Leadership 

1. The Chair of the Committee of Planning will be the chairperson of the committee, and 

2. The Chair may appoint a number up to, but not exceeding five (5) officers to aid in their duties. 

Article IV Leadership 

Presidents

The Presidents will lead all meetings of the Central Council. There will not exceed two Presidents. Each President will have a focus area, one of internal affairs and one for external affairs. They will serve as the spokesperson to the sponsors and school administration. They will be responsible for calling the Chairperson to speak to the Central Council when they determine it is needed or when the Central Council requests it. They will serve for a term of one (1) school year after appointment by a sponsor or through a sponsor approved election method. 

Vice-President 

The Vice-President serves as the deputy to the President. They assist in all of the same roles and can assume the role of acting-president. They will be appointed by the Presidents for a term of one (1) school year. 

Chair of the Committee of Planning 

The Chair will be appointed by the Presidents for a term of one (1) school year. Their role will be to lead The Committee of Planning. They will report to the Presidents and Vice-President about the Committee’s progress. They will also be the spokesperson for the Committee to the Central Council. 

Article V Powers 

General 

All powers are listed here or are implied when needed to fulfill a listed power. Sponsors and President(s) can interpret what powers are to be given to each officer. 

Exceptions 

The Howard County Public School System, River Hill High School, and its administration and staff retain the authority to override any RHDA decisions or actions. 

Representative Choosing & Partner Group Protection Clause 

Partners reserve the right to choose representatives for each position they are responsible for (e.g. Central Council liaisons, committee participation, etc.) in any way they see fit. 

Impeachment & Removal 

1. Only the RHDA’s RHHS sponsors can remove the Presidents. 

2. The Presidents have the authority to remove any officer they have appointed, if they believe the officer is not fulfilling their duties. Vacancies must be filled promptly. 

Article VI Amendments 

Amendments to this Charter may be made with mutual agreement between the Presidents and the RHDA sponsors.