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First Secondary Superintendent’s Advisory Council meeting held at Mount Vernon Board of Education

Students talking out ideas to write on board.
First Secondary Superintendent’s Advisory Council meeting held at Mount Vernon Board of Education

Secondary scholars throughout the District arrived at the Mount Vernon Board of Education to share their experiences and ideas on how to better their schools on Thursday, October 10, 2024, during the first Secondary Superintendent’s Advisory Council meeting. 

The meeting opened up with a word from Acting Superintendent Dr. K Veronica Smith, who explained to the students that this is a safe space for them to share their concerns and desires for their schools. 

“We value you as individuals, we value what you need to say,” said Dr. Smith

Afterwards, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and Administration Dr. Jamal Doggett asked the students if they knew the purpose of these meetings. Students spoke about the importance of advocating for their peers and making positive changes to their schools before breaking into their first activity. This involved students gathering into groups and writing down what accomplishments they would like to achieve as a council. 

“I’m definitely hoping to be able to advocate for my school, as it is more of an upcoming high school…” said Naori Bagley, 12th grader at Rebecca Turner Academy. “I really hope that by bringing these topics up in these meetings, I can help represent my school well.” 

During the school year, students will have the opportunity to share what is going on in their school and things they would like to change. They will meet with various different personnel within the District during the monthly meetings and complete engaging activities. 

Students writing.
Students listening to someone speak.
Students writing ideas on paper.


 

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