NCSA2024: Full Schedule

As a leader, you have so many responsibilities on your plate. Good communication is key to making sure you’re devoting your valuable time to the areas that need it. Learn how to make the most of your school’s social accounts to engage your community and help your institution stand out in the highly competitive world of social media.

Speakers

Kim Karr

Executive Director & Co-Founder of #icanhelp, Digital4Good x #ICANHELP

David Sneed

advisor, Soddy Daisy High School

Speakers

Henry Foust

Outreach & Partnership Director, NCASC

Retired high school Spanish teacher and Student Council Advisor. NBCT with 36 years of experience. Gov. Hunt's Teacher Advisory Committee, Friday Fellow, WL Dept. Chair, AVID Co-ordinator.North Carolina Association of Student Councils (NCASC): , Board of Directors, Summer Workshop... Read More →

Saturday December 7, 2024 1:45pm - 2:00pm EST
Table 21 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

2:05pm EST

Table Talks 1 (RND 2): Fun Fest Carnival Fundraiser

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:05pm - 2:20pm EST

Table 3 (Tennessee B)

Learn how to conduct a carnival for elementary students, put on by student council and Honor Society students, that generates $1000+ for charity!

Speakers

Karrie Fredrickson

Sartell High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:05pm - 2:20pm EST
Table 3 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

2:05pm EST

Table Talks I (RND 2): Best of the Best

Table Talks I (RND 2): Creating Togetherness

Table Talks I (RND 2): Overcoming Sunday Night Scaries and Loving Mondays

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:05pm - 2:20pm EST

Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Vanessa Sweeney

advisor, Marshall County High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:05pm - 2:20pm EST
Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

2:05pm EST

Table Talks I (RND 2): Positive “LEAD”

Table Talks I (RND 2): Spirit Week Dance Competition

Table Talks I (RND 3): Creating Togetherness

Table Talks I (RND 3): Overcoming Sunday Night Scaries and Loving Mondays

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:25pm - 2:40pm EST

Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Vanessa Sweeney

advisor, Marshall County High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:25pm - 2:40pm EST
Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

2:25pm EST

Table Talks I (RND 3): Positive “LEAD”

Table Talks I (RND 3): Spirit Week Dance Competition

Table Talks I (RND 4): Creating Togetherness

Table Talks I (RND 4): Overcoming Sunday Night Scaries and Loving Mondays

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:45pm - 3:00pm EST

Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Vanessa Sweeney

advisor, Marshall County High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 2:45pm - 3:00pm EST
Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

2:45pm EST

Table Talks I (RND 4): Positive “LEAD”

Table Talks I (RND 4): Spirit Week Dance Competition

Table Talks II (RND 1): Activities for EVERYONE 2024!

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 19 (Tennessee B)

Want activities that your entire student body will participate in? Wish you had a list of events that your whole school would enjoy? Hurry in and grab a seat! During this roundtable, ENVOLVE founder Scott Backovich will show you dozens of BRAND-NEW activities that you can use to create campus community NOW!!

Speakers

Scott Backovich

Leadership Trainer, ENVOLVE Schools

Long Beach, CA

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 19 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Advocating Inside and Outside of the Student Activities Realm

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 13 (Tennessee B)

Let's look at ways to reach out to other student activity groups to form common bonds and initiatives and to other organization and entities - school boards, administrator groups, teacher prep programs - that influence how we do our work.

Speakers

Henry Foust

Outreach & Partnership Director, NCASC

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 13 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Breaking Barriers: Empowering Teens to End Mental Health Stigma

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Mental Health Matters, especially for teens. Yet, our culture often looks down on these crucial discussions, leaving teens feeling ashamed and alone. But we can change that together. Join Freddie for heartfelt discussions and practical steps to empower teens to speak openly about mental health, fostering an environment where stigma has no place and compassion thrives. Together, we can erase stigma and save lives.

Speakers

Freddie Almazan

Youth Speaker, N/A

Freddie Almazan embodies resilience. At age 13, a gunshot to the head left him paralyzed on the right sideof his face and body. But this was just one part of the physical and emotional trauma he endured in life.For, time and time again, Freddie found himself on the brink of despair... Read More →

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 12 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Building a Positive School Culture Around Mental Health

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 10 (Tennessee B)

Join this Table Talk to talk about how raising school connectedness, promoting an inclusive school culture, and supporting students’ mental health can improve a school environment for both students and teachers. In addition, learn about free mental health programs from Erika’s Lighthouse that can be used to support student mental health. These programs include materials and resources for classroom education, school clubs, staff training, and family engagement.

Speakers

Derick Elkin

Erika’s Lighthouse

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 10 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Community Service- Go Big or Go Even Bigger

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 5 (Tennessee B)

From successful Make-A-Wish campaigns to filling the truck for Toys for Tots, get some ideas and tips for making big community service events successful.

Speakers

Sarah Kelley

Librarian/ Student Council Advisor, Arlington High School

I am Sarah Kelley and I am a first year librarian after 22 years in the English classroom. This is my 13th year as Student Council Advisor and currently my students are on the SASC board and TASC board.

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 5 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): FUNDrive

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 4 (Tennessee B)

A FUNDrive requires no selling! Collect clothing and household good, old CDs, books, etc., and turn them in for cash! Keep useable items out of landfills whlle rasing money!

Speakers

Karen Crawford

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 4 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Happy Teachers Make Happy Schools!

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 9 (Tennessee B)

Happy teachers create happy classrooms which create happy families which create happy schools. This session will provide a schedule of easy, affordable, practical ways to take care of your teachers, the most important part of your school.

Speakers

Carissa Sapp

advisor, Lake Forest Middle School

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 9 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Impactful Icebreakers

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 7 (Tennessee B)

Hey.... ditch those boring icebreakers and energizers. Learn some new, quick, propless icebreakers that are FUN, ENGAGING, and DYNAMIC!

Speakers

James Layman

NA4SA Board of Directors, Association of Washington Student Leaders

James has was hired by the Association of Washington of Student Leaders (AWSL) in 2017, and was appointed State Director of AWSL in 2021. James oversees and directs all student voice initiatives and programs for AWSL and works collaboratively with the state principal organization... Read More →

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 7 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Increased Exposure, Increased School Culture

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 11 (Tennessee B)

Different ways to highlight and showcase more students on your campus with the goal of increasing school spirit and participation.

Speakers

Emily Klossner

What do you mean?, Charlotte High School

This is my second year as a full-time SGA Advisor, but I spent 6 years under my mentor, George Sansone, as his helper/co-advisor. I absolutely love being able to work with some of the greatest kids and I am proud to be able to make a difference in my school. When I'm not teaching... Read More →

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 11 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Leadership Skills to Positively Impact Other Classes and Everyday Life

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 17 (Tennessee B)

The skills we teach in leadership classes are not ment to be confined to the walls of the leadership classroom. These "soft" skills we cultivate in our classes are impactful to the other classes and in the everyday lives of our students. Need some impactful words to share with admin about the importance of a leadership class and/or some curriculum ideas? Let's chat for a bit, lean on each other, and come away with ideas and a full heart.

Speakers

Mrs. Jaime Burke Hicks "Bricks" M.Ed.

University of Texas at Tyler University Academy (UTTUA) and Texas Association of Student Councils (TASC)

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 17 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Looking Good! Feeling Good!

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 23 (Tennessee B)

This session shares ways to make your school look good, and the people in it feel good about going to school every day. From decorations to projects which lift the spirits of staff and student, attendees hear about numerous projects that impact your campus...even on a budget!

Speakers

Katie Keyes

Advisor, Boswell High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 23 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Mental Wellness Activities with Work2BeWell

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 18 (Tennessee B)

It’s time to prioritize mental well-being! Dive into hands-on activities that promote connection, relaxation, and mindfulness. Learn how to create successful student check-ins, build breathing sticks, and participate in a mindfulness practice, along with exploring a variety of other wellness activities great for meetings, classrooms, and clubs.

Speakers

Sara Freauf

Educational Consultant, Work2BeWell

Work2BeWell is a wellness and empowerment program focusing on positively impacting the emotional well-being of teens and promoting mental health. Access our free curriculum, resources, and implementation tools to make an impact as a student mental health advocate, educator, or parent... Read More →

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 18 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Pep Rallies: Pitfalls & Perks

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 3 (Tennessee B)

Good planning is essential to keeping the interest of an audience in a smooth-running and spirited pep rally. Avoid the pitfalls and benefit from the perks with these tips.

Speakers

Lyn Fiscus

Extracurricular Specialist, Loudoun County Public Schools

I'm excited to be serving as the extracurricular specialist for LCPS and the primary organizer of the WILD Student Leadership Conference! In Loudoun County, We're Intentional about Leadership Development! Follow LCPS Activities on Instagram @LCPSactivities.

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 3 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Planning your year starting with -Why Student Council?

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 24 (Tennessee B)

Discussing, identifying and sharing perceptions on why your student council or organization exists is an important step to having a great year and gaining support from your school’s staff and administration. An easy to use activity will be shared to take back to your school.

Speakers

Tom Heethuis

Michigan Student Leadership

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 24 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Recognize Your Student Council at the national level with the NASC National Council of Excellence Award (Ann Postlewaite)

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 15 (Tennessee B)

See how easy it is to recognize your student council for their high standards and evidence of student service, leadership, voice and engagement through the award portfolio process. Your executive board or full council can compile the required evidence (things you already have)present it to you and your principal and then submit to NASC. It's a great way to elevate the great work of your student council.

Speakers

Ann Postlewaite

Director, Student Program Operations, NASSP, NASC

James Barbee

advisor, TN Association of Student Councils

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 14 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 1): Wish Week

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST

Table 1 (Tennessee B)

During Wish Week a box will be placed outside the Counseling Center for students to submit their wishes, whether it's a candy bar, a coffee from our school coffee cart, or a warm pair of gloves. Our main goal behind Wish Week was to get those essential items to students that may not like to ask for them but are in need. Items can be delivered during class or pick them up confidentially from the Counseling Center. Students love getting the items delivered by teachers and teachers have so much fun being the elves!

Speakers

Ashley Fisher

Canandaigua Academy

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:05pm - 4:20pm EST
Table 1 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:25pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 2): "Seeds of Success: Growing a Positive School Environment"

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST

Table 16 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Vicki Davis-Vanderhorst

Muller Road Middle School

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST
Table 16 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:25pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 2): #small4fall

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST

Table 22 (Tennessee B)

Start your year with #small4fall activities to increase council engagement and learn small lessons before bigger projects arise.

Speakers

Kerrie Kern

Mehlville High School Student Council

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST
Table 22 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:25pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 2): Activities for EVERYONE 2024!

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST

Table 19 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Scott Backovich

Leadership Trainer, ENVOLVE Schools

Sarah Kelley

Librarian/ Student Council Advisor, Arlington High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST
Table 5 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:25pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 2): FUNDrive

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST

Table 4 (Tennessee B)

A FUNDrive requires no selling! Collect clothing and household good, old CDs, books, etc., and turn them in for cash! Keep useable items out of landfills whlle rasing money!

Speakers

Karen Crawford

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST
Table 4 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

Table Talks II (RND 2): Pep Rallies: Pitfalls & Perks

Table Talks II (RND 2): Service Fair and Service Projects

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST

Table 6 (Tennessee B)

Showcase local nonprofit organization so student and Service Groups can learn more about the mission and service opportunities local organizations.

Speakers

Sandy Ginger

NASC, NA4SA

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST
Table 6 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:25pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 2): Spreading Positivity

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST

Table 8 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Leanne Rohn

IAJHSC

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:25pm - 4:40pm EST
Table 8 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:25pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 2): Strike a Chord with Leadership

Table Talks II (RND 3): #small4fall

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST

Table 22 (Tennessee B)

Start your year with #small4fall activities to increase council engagement and learn small lessons before bigger projects arise.

Speakers

Kerrie Kern

Mehlville High School Student Council

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Table 22 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:45pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 3): Activities for EVERYONE 2024!

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST

Table 19 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Scott Backovich

Leadership Trainer, ENVOLVE Schools

Sarah Kelley

Librarian/ Student Council Advisor, Arlington High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Table 5 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:45pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 3): FUNDrive

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST

Table 4 (Tennessee B)

A FUNDrive requires no selling! Collect clothing and household good, old CDs, books, etc., and turn them in for cash! Keep useable items out of landfills whlle rasing money!

Speakers

Karen Crawford

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Table 4 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

Table Talks II (RND 3): Pep Rallies: Pitfalls & Perks

Table Talks II (RND 3): Service Fair and Service Projects

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST

Table 6 (Tennessee B)

Showcase local nonprofit organization so student and Service Groups can learn more about the mission and service opportunities local organizations.

Speakers

Sandy Ginger

NASC, NA4SA

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Table 6 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:45pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 3): Spreading Positivity

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST

Table 8 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Leanne Rohn

IAJHSC

Saturday December 7, 2024 4:45pm - 5:00pm EST
Table 8 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

4:45pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 3): Strike a Chord with Leadership

Table Talks II (RND 4): #small4fall

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:05pm - 5:20pm EST

Table 22 (Tennessee B)

Start your year with #small4fall activities to increase council engagement and learn small lessons before bigger projects arise.

Speakers

Kerrie Kern

Mehlville High School Student Council

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:05pm - 5:20pm EST
Table 22 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

5:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 4): Activities for EVERYONE 2024!

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:05pm - 5:20pm EST

Table 19 (Tennessee B)

Speakers

Scott Backovich

Leadership Trainer, ENVOLVE Schools

Sarah Kelley

Librarian/ Student Council Advisor, Arlington High School

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:05pm - 5:20pm EST
Table 5 (Tennessee B)

Table Talks

5:05pm EST

Table Talks II (RND 4): FUNDrive

Saturday December 7, 2024 5:05pm - 5:20pm EST

Table 4 (Tennessee B)

A FUNDrive requires no selling! Collect clothing and household good, old CDs, books, etc., and turn them in for cash! Keep useable items out of landfills whlle rasing money!

Speakers