Students are the largest group stakeholders in education, but often times they are not given a seat at the decision making table. WCS Superintendent Todd Alexander is looking to change that narrative with the creation of a new program.
WCS Superintendent's Student Advisory Team
What role will the Student Advisory Team play?
- Attend all meetings - approximately two per year
- Act as a liaison between the superintendent and students in their respective schools
- Share information learned during meetings with their classmates
- Provide input/feedback regarding student's views of the performance and operation of WCS
The Wayne County Schools Superintendent’s Student Advisory Team meets with the Superintendent each semester to advise, provide feedback, and present viable solutions from the student’s perspective. The team will include students in grades 5-12. Team members will be ambassadors for the entire student population in Wayne County Schools. By empowering these student voices, Wayne County Schools will continue its focus on expanding student opportunity.
Who can apply for a position and what are the eligibility requirements
- The team will be made up of students in grades 5-12
- 2.5 GPA or better
- No failing grades or unsatisfactory marks on the preceding end of year report card
- Must be endorsed by your school's principal
- Must be able to serve a one-year term
- Demonstrate problem solving, creative thinking, initiative, and have a desire to make positive change
Application Info
To download/print an application ---> WCS Superintendent's Student Advisory Team Application
Application Deadline ---> March 15, 2024
Questions ---> Todd Alexander, WCS Superintendent
- Email - talexand@k12.wv.us
- Office - 1-304-272-5116, ext. 324
Students, we hope you will consider seeing a position on this team. Your thoughts, ideas, and vision will help shape the future of WCS!