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WHAT IS STUDENT SENATE?
WHAT IS STUDENT SENATE?
We're a group of passionate leaders from public schools across the Halton District School Board. We meet once a month with a goal to provide the student perspective on board issues and to voice the questions and concerns of our respective Halton school students. We not only share thoughts but gain knowledge to help implementation in other schools. The Student Trustees relay these perspectives to the Board of Trustees to ensure that students are being represented for their education careers in the HDSB. Each year, we also organize and run the Halton Youth Leadership Symposium, a conference where 2 students in grades 7 and 8 from each Halton elementary school participate in workshops that build on core qualities and provide knowledge.
OUR STUDENT TRUSTEES
OUR STUDENT TRUSTEES
Kaitlyn Hou
Email: houk@hdsb.ca
Jay Xu
Jay Xu
Email: xuja@hdsb.ca
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OUR SENATE CO-CHAIRS
OUR SENATE CO-CHAIRS
Jovana Asante-Tutu
Jovana Asante-Tutu
Grade 12
Grade 12
Email: 1asantetujov@hdsb.ca
Insta: @jovana_at3
Charlie Ochu
Charlie Ochu
Grade 12 from OTHS
Grade 12 from OTHS
Email: 1ochucha@hdsb.ca
Insta: @charlie.hdsb
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JOIN US
JOIN US
To join the HDSB Student Senate, students must be in grades 7 to 12 in a Halton District School Board school. In early September, all school principals receive a letter inviting them to select 1 Student Senator per elementary school or 2 Student Senators per secondary school (*if your school exceeds a student population of 1500, principals may select 3 Student Senators). It is up to each school to select their Senators. The letter to principals will contain all necessary information for Student Senators, including the pre-set meeting dates.
Senate meets once a month . Consistent attendance is critical.
Join us in advocating student voice
Join us in advocating student voice
Are you passionate about advocating for student voice on board topics? The HDSB Student Senate is looking for non-senators to join our subcommittees! This year we will be searching for 4-6 students from each region from grades 7-12 to join one of our four (4) subcommittees, applications will open in the coming months here!
What is the HDSB Student Senate?
What is the HDSB Student Senate?
Importance of Voting
Importance of Voting
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - FAQs
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS - FAQs
How do I join Student Senate?
How do I join Student Senate?
In early September, the Student Trustees send a letter to all HDSB principals indicating that each school is to select its senators (1 per elementary school, 2 per secondary school). Each school has its own method of selecting Senators, but the most common approach is to put out an announcement inviting any student to express their interest. If a school does not announce the opening for the Senate position, we would recommend the student schedule a meeting with the principal to express their interest. If this is not possible or if you have any questions/concerns about the selection process, then please email Vandy at widyalankarv@hdsb.ca or Kacy at 1baok@hdsb.ca
Who Can Be A Student Senator?
Who Can Be A Student Senator?
Any student from Grades 7 to 12 who currently attends a school in the HDSB can apply/be selected
Do I Have To Be In Student Council To Be In Student Senate
Do I Have To Be In Student Council To Be In Student Senate
Nope! Student Senate offers the opportunity for all students. If you're passionate about making a difference in your school and community, we want to hear from you!
What is HYLS?
What is HYLS?
The Halton Youth Leadership Symposium (HYLS) is the conference the Student Senate puts on every year. Watch for conference details in Spring 2021. Click here for more information.
Where Are Senate Meetings?
Where Are Senate Meetings?
All Senate meetings are on Tuesday evenings every month. See the specific dates here.
What Grade Do I Need To Be To Run For Student Trustee?
What Grade Do I Need To Be To Run For Student Trustee?
All grade 10 and 11 students in the HDSB are eligible to run for the position of Student Trustee. Newly elected Student Trustees begin their terms in the following school year.
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