May 2021: Student Advisory Council report

 Jasper Coughlin: medium through which student voices are amplified to the Board of Ed
144 RSAC delegates; 43 SSAC delegates; 69 schools represented

worked on three priorities this year: 

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion

COVID-19 work group

health and wellness

student survey in November: 5000+ responses
high level of frustration and anxiety

key themes: lower levels of participation
new methods of interaction SAC communication
conducted extensive research into topics important to students today
enacted policies that will equip next generation

high dedication and exemplary leadership among students; increased number of meetings; greater ability to consult with DESE

Moriarity congratulates Coughlin on organizational leadership
how prepared are leaders coming
Coughlin: leaders well poised
policies on recruitment and communication, more established guideline on communication as a council

Morton: students provided useful and thoughtful input, as has he
recognized those who have supported him