Revised 04/2013

ASB APPLICATION, 2014-2015

Los Alamitos High School FRESHMEN CO-PRES.

www.losal.org/lahs

3591 Cerritos Avenue, Los Alamitos, CA 90720

Only completed, accurate applications will be accepted. No late applications, no excuses. Complete the application in PEN/INK ONLY.

APPLICANT INFORMATION (Print neatly.)

APPLICANT NAME: / Current Grade/Year
APPLICANT PHONE NUMBER:
APPLICANT EMAIL ADDRESS:

FRESHMEN CO-PRESIDENT (Job Description):

PROJECTS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties as assigned; plan Sadie Hawkins Dance; maintain balloon supplies; attend Freshmen Class meetings each month; organize grade-level t-shirt design contest; publicize grade-level events, information and accomplishments (requires research too); help promote grade-level sports and activities.

ASB RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties as assigned; plan/organize/participate in assemblies; plan/organize/participate in spirit rallies; aid in classroom clean-up and organization; assist with Mr. Griffin; set-up & clean-up of school dances; work well with others; promote positive school environment through responsible choices and positive actions.

APPLICANT VERIFICATION INFORMATION: You must get verification of your behavior, attendance, and academic performance BEFORE you submit your application. Remember, you need to budget time for signatures in case the offices are busy. ASK ADULTS POLITELY; EXPLAIN WHAT YOU NEED, AND ALWAYS SAY “PLEASE” AND “THANK YOU.”

DISCIPLINE RECORD: Acquire the signature of the adult at your school responsible for DISCIPLINE.

SIGNATURE / DISCIPLINE CONCERNS (If any):

ATTENDANCE OFFICE: Acquire the signature of the adult at your school responsible for ATTENDANCE.

SIGNATURE / ABSENCES / TARDIES

GPA VERIFICATION (Counseling Office):

SIGNATURE / GPA

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TEACHER RECOMMENDATIONS: Have two (2) teachers who would be willing to give you an email recommendation on your overall character print and sign their name(s) below. Teachers may be contacted through email to give you a recommendation for Freshmen Co-President.

TEACHER NAME #1 (Please print) / SIGNATURE
TEACHER NAME #2 (Please print) / SIGNATURE

è  FREE RESPONSE QUESTIONS: Answer the following three (3) questions on a separate sheet of paper AND STAPLE AS THE LAST PAGE of your application. Make sure your name is on the TYPED response in case it gets separated from your application. Your answers should be thoughtful, meaningful and TRUTHFUL.

1.  As a member of a leadership group like ASB, what campus-wide role do you see for yourself?

2.  What is ONE project to better (i.e. IMPROVE) school culture you would like to accomplish while on ASB? Why is this project important and how could it help improve school culture positively?

3.  Why do you want the position – elected OR appointed – for which you are applying. Explain.

APPLICANT STATEMENT: Write out the following ITALICIZED statement in your own handwriting on the lines provided below. Complete the form with your signature and the signature of your parent/guardian.

As a candidate and/or member of ASB at Los Alamitos High School, I will abide by the Student Code of Conduct, Academic Honesty Code and display excellent, appropriate behavior at all on- and off-campus school events for the entirety of my time with ASB or face immediate removal from ASB.

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STUDENT (APPLICANT) SIGNATURE DATE

PARENT / GUARDIAN: I am aware that my student is pursuing the opportunity to run a campaign (elected positions) and/or interview for a position (appointed positions) with ASB at Los Alamitos High School. We are aware of the guidelines, due dates, and expectations associated with this leadership opportunity.

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PARENT / GUARDIAN NAME (please print) CONTACT PHONE

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PARENT / GUARDIAN SIGNATURE DATE

IF APPOINTED OR ELECTED TO ASB 2014-2015, YOU MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR THESE SUMMER DATES & ACTIVITIES:

1.  ASB team building & ASB room clean-out: A few days in June and/or July, 2014

2.  ASB President & ASB Vice President will organize and host team-building activities for ALL ASB members throughout the summer.

3.  ASB CAMP @ UC, Santa Barbara: This is the ULTIMATE team-building experience.

a.  Leave LAHS – Tuesday August 12, 2014 at 12:00pm

b.  Return to LAHS – Friday August 15, 2014 around 3:30pm (depending on traffic)

4.  Work at Los Alamitos High School REGISTRATION: ALL ASB MEMBERS WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK SEVERAL SHIFTS AT REGISTRATION TO HELP ADULTS ON CAMPUS. THIS IS A GRADE, THIS IS MANDATORY. Registration dates for 2014-2015: August 19th, 20th, 21st

YOUR YEAR ON ASB: Regardless as to whether you are elected or appointed to ASB 2014-2015, you must be able to maintain acceptable academic and attendance levels throughout the school year. ASB will help to enhance your life, but cannot detract from your accomplishments. There will be times when outside work is required, and the ASB team will work to effectively accomplish all of their tasks TOGETHER.

-  Turn your completed application in at the Activities Office at Los Alamitos High School.

-  The Activities Office is located at the back of the school, near the Senior parking lot.

-  ACTIVITIES OFFICE HOURS:

o  Opens at 7:20am

o  Closes at 3:30pm

-  MAKE SURE TO SCHEDULE YOUR INTERVIEW APPOINTMENT WHEN YOU DROP OFF YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION. Interviews will be held April 22-24th.