Student Trustee & Student Senate

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Interested in becoming a student trustee for the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board?
For more information on the role of the student trustee and check out the Student Trustee Fact Sheet.

Apply To Become The Student Trustee

Why Apply?

  • What a great learning experience!
  • Learn about political processes and the education system
  • Gain valuable public speaking, research, leadership and evaluation skills
  • Become the voice of students at important trustee meetings 
What Are The Benefits?
  • Mentored by a Board trustee and an in-school mentor
  • Opportunity to attend conferences and events
  • $2,500 honourarium
  • Great experience for your resumé
  • Use of a laptop computer for the duration of your term
How To Apply?
  • Have your principal and parent complete the following on-line forms (hard copy pdf versions are also available by following the links below - submit hard copies to your principal).
  • Make a presentation at the Student Senate meeting in April - the final decision is made by the Student Senate via secret ballot.

Questions can be directed to your school principal or to the office of the Superintendent of Student Engagement and Learning K-12 by e-mail at l[email protected] or phone at (705) 722-3555 ext. 228.