Student Council is a school-wide organization whose goal is to promote leadership, spirit, service, community, and achievement at Valley View School. This organization is designed to give students a voice by learning about the democratic process, designing appropriate ways to affect change, and developing the ability to interact with others.
Student Council members are an elected group of leaders who stand to serve, inspire, and empower our school and our community.
The goals for our student council members are to
understand and practice a representative form of government
model and promote good behavior
strive for high scholastic standards
show respect and cooperation to our faculty, staff and fellow students
establish a positive school environment
further develop a sense of community
encourage others to demonstrate leadership and school spirit
develop an awareness of differences and diversity
continue to better themselves and the people around them
make positive change within our school and community
Meetings will be held every other Wednesday from 3:00-4:00 PM in Mr. O'Connell's room, 238.
Attendance:
Students are required to attend the designated meeting dates.
If a member is in school on the day that we meet, his/her attendance is mandatory.
If a member misses a meeting for any reason other than an illness, he/she will be issued a warning.
If involved with athletics or other clubs, students must speak to Mr. O'Connell or Mrs. Stanczak to discuss a plan.
If students miss more than three UNEXCUSED meetings per marking period, they will not be allowed to participate in activities that occur during the school day.
If students are unable to attend, they must inform Mr. O'Connell or Mrs. Stanczak.
Meeting Dates for 2025-2026
September 17th, 2025
October 1st
October 15th
October 29th
November 12th
(No meeting November 26th- 1/2 day for Thanksgiving)
December 10th
(No meeting December 24th- Winter Break)
January 7th, 2026
January 21st
February 4th
February 18th
March 4th
March 18th
April 1st
April 15th
April 29th
May 13th
May 27th (last meeting, end of year party)
Use this document to review the Student Council expectations for the 2025-2026 school year!