We are now accepting applications for the Minister's Student Advisory Council 2012-2013. The Council consists of 24 youth, ages 14 to 19, with different backgrounds, opinions, experiences and perspectives from all regions of Alberta. Council members:
- are ambassadors for Speak Out!
- are active on the Speak Out website discussion boards and blogs.
- host a Speak Out Forum using the DVD Toolkit in their school.
- meet with the Minister of Education a few times each year to share their perspectives on education.
- receive media training, public speaking and facilitation training and leadership opportunities.
With 200,000 youth from Grades 9-12 in Alberta, it's a huge opportunity to take a leadership role to ensure the student voice is heard and considered. More information is available in the Minister's Student Advisory Council's Terms of Reference.
APPLY NOW!!! The online application is available here!
Deadline for applications is Friday, May 18, 2012 at 4:30pm
Your application is not complete until we receive both your application and your signed Parent/Guardian Consent form.