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Giving Students A Stronger Voice

In August, the Minister’s Student Advisory Council had its second meeting. The members participated in team-building and leadership activities at the Ontario Educational Leadership Centre in Longford Mills.

They also came up with a list of the top nine ideas that students told us would strengthen their voice in our schools.

Check out the video to hear what a few students had to say about their experience on the council.

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The inaugural meeting of the Minister's Student Advisory Council was held on May 12, 2009. Sixty students from across the province had their first opportunity to provide advice to the Minister of Education on a variety of topics regarding the publicly funded education system.

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What is the Minister's Student Advisory Council?

The Minister's Student Advisory Council is a group of 60 students from all parts of the education system (English/French, Public/Catholic) and regions of the province.

Members share their ideas and advice with the Minister of Education on how to make Ontario's schools the best in the world.

The council is about empowering you to 'be the change.' It is an opportunity to think big, SpeakUp and take action to help other students across the province.

What is involved?

The council meets a few times during its one-year term.

Council members are also invited to attend their Regional Student Forum.

When can I apply?

Stayed tuned for application forms and deadlines – available in early 2010.

Who can apply?

If you are in Grades 7 to 12, you are eligible to be part of the council. Everyone is welcome and no special qualifications are required.

The council celebrates student diversity, and all students are welcome and encouraged to apply for next year's council.

Questions?

Still have a question? Email us at studentengagement@ontario.ca.