Eisenhower High School is the only Michigan school to earn a top leadership honor from the National Association of Student Councils.
Eisenhower's Student Council earned the National Gold Council of Excellence award in recognition of its efforts to involve students in their school and community.
"This was no small task and our student success is a testament to their leadership and support of the school, and to the value placed on student council as an integral part of Eisenhower and its educational mission," said advisor Amber Bronson.
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To earn the award, the Eisenhower Student Council demonstrated that it met all of the council’s indicators of excellence related to governance, service, general activities and operations, civic engagement and student voice.
"NASC is proud to honor these student councils for implementing a strong leadership program that meets council goals; functioning in an ethical and responsible way; and engaging others in leadership, spirit, civic, and service activities," the association wrote in announcing the honor.
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Activities sponsored by Eisenhower's 65-member council this year included:
- A Leadership Day Conference for student leaders of various clubs/groups at Eisenhower to collaborate on different ideas on improving student involvement.
- A "Rock the Vote" presentation that allowed students to learn more about the candidates on the November ballot and also register to vote.
- Sponsorship of a Toys for Tots fundraiser and telethon for the Marine Corps.
- Student participation in regional and state conferences on student leadership.
- The school's Charity Week, which raised funds for the Cassie Hines Shoes Cancer Foundation
- Successful student activities, including pep assemblies, spirit week, prom and school dances.
- A student breakfast to welcome new Eisenhower students to their school.
- Participation in community improvement activities, such as the Shelby Township Clean Up Day and a 5K run for the Cassie Hines Foundation.
