What does SGA do?

The Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the voice of the Student Body. We’re here to listen, advocate, and take action to support all students at Heritage. From planning major events like Homecoming, Prom, Pep Rallies, PACK Day, and Senior Day, to organizing club fairs and leading the Interclub Council, SGA works to create an engaging and inclusive campus environment.

We help connect students, clubs, and administration by attending PTSA meetings, reviewing new club proposals, and tracking club activity. Our goal is to make Heritage a place where every student feels seen, heard, and involved. We’re committed to being transparent, inclusive, and responsive—so let us know what you want to see at HHS!

How is SGA structured?

Executive Board:

The Executive Board is our Student Body representatives, which consists of the President, Vice President, Communications Officer, Secretary, and Chief of Staff. Executive Officers must have at least one prior year of SGA experience, be seniors, and have leadership experience in another club or organization. Executive Officers apply to be on the Board, submit teacher recommendations, and complete an interview with the SGA Advisors. If there are multiple candidates approved for a role, they will be put to a vote through the Student Body (you!). 

Additional Responsibilities Include:

• Establishes vision and goals for HHS Student Body

• Leads weekly and monthly SGA meetings

• Represents students in admin, PTSA, SIP, and district meetings.

• Coordinates with all departments and ensures progress on all major school events

• Collaborates and communicates with the Yearbook Staff and Advisor

• Manages SGA social media and website to promote student events

• Publishes a Club Bulletin and Student Newsletters

• Assists with student announcements

• Approves final decisions, proposals, and budgets with advisors

• Represents SGA and HHS in a positive manner at all events and activities

• Leads organization by example with enthusiasm and leadership skills

Cabinet of Directors:

The Cabinet consists of our event specific directors. These students represent the Student Body in their unique roles, and they lead committees to plan and execute events and activities for Heritage High School. Directors can be any grade from 10th-12th. They apply to be a Director, submit teacher recommendations, and complete an interview with the SGA Advisors. Below you will see a list of the director roles and their duties as Cabinet members:

Director of Spirit & Events

• • Oversees Spirit Weeks, Pep Rallies, Theme Days, and VolleyBros

  • Leads Spirit Committee in planning school morale and engagement activities

• Collaborates with Hooligans, Cheer, Athletics, and Admin for school-wide participation 

Director of the InterClub Council Committee

• Plans and leads ICC meetings

• Reviews new club proposals and votes on which clubs we add

• Helps clubs with event planning and communication

• Organizes Club Fair and Club presence at Spring Conference Night

Director of Formal Events

• Oversees Homecoming Dance and Prom

• Coordinates with vendors (DJ, venue, photo booth, etc.)

• Manages ticket pricing, design, sales, and logistics

• Plans décor, theme, and day-of event details

Director of Service & Philanthropy

• Manages “One School, One Cause” planning and execution

• Approves and supports club fundraising efforts

• Coordinates service initiatives and community partnerships

Director of Senior Affairs

• Coordinates Senior Video, Senior Day, and Graduation duties

• Attends senior-specific meetings

• Gathers feedback from senior class and supports senior traditions

• Speaks at senior class meeting

• Plans senior gift

Committee Members:

Each Director leads a committee of students in any grade, including 9th, that help execute their vision and complete tasks to improve efficiency within SGA. Committee members participate in monthly SGA meetings, vote on proposals, event ideas, or policy decisions, help with outreach to their grades, attend committee meetings, brainstorm, plan, and execute events or initiatives, communicate updates and feedback to their Director, and take on logistical roles. Committee members apply to be on a committee, submit teacher recommendations, and record a candidacy video to be reviewed by the SGA Advisors.