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Traina School Associated Student Body Constitution

This page provides the constitution for the Traina School Associated Student Body (ASB), including its purpose, membership, election process, officer duties, advisor role, and amendment procedures.

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Preamble

We, the students of Traina School, with equal representation, respect, value, and recognition of all students and staff for their individual achievements in all areas, ordain and establish this constitution of the Associated Student Body of Traina School.

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Article I. Name

Section 1

The name of this organization shall be the Associated Student Body (ASB) of Traina School.

Section 2

The name of the mascot for all co-curricular activities shall be the Tigers.

Section 3

The school colors shall be purple and gold.

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Article II. Purpose

The purpose of this organization shall be to provide process and procedure for student voice; to improve and promote student, faculty, and community interaction through mutual respect and communication; to increase student input in all aspects of school management; to provide opportunity and representation for all academic interests and co-curricular activities; to allow for a flexible government format; and to establish traditions and responsibilities which promote a positive school atmosphere.

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Article III. Membership

Section 1: Requirements

All students attending Traina School on a full-time basis, or a minimum of three class hours per day, shall be considered members of the Associated Student Body of Traina School.

Section 2: ASB Voting Privileges

All members shall have the privilege of voting in all major elections, and the rights, duties, and responsibilities which this implies.

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Article IV. Associated Student Body Government Structure

Section 1: Student Council Structure

The Traina School Student Council will be made up of 16 students: six 8th graders, four 7th graders, four 6th graders, and two 5th graders.

Section 2: Committees

The Council is divided into three committees, each with specific responsibilities. Each member is expected to serve on one committee. The committees are Public Relations, Community/Fundraising, and School Activities. In addition to these committees, two Council members will serve as the New Student Liaison and will work with the office to assist students who are new to Traina School.

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Article V. Elections, Campaigning, and Executive Board Selection

Section 1: Elections

Members will be elected to the Council through grade-level elections. Elections shall be held on the first Tuesday in May.

The Executive Board will be selected by the elected Representatives after the first regular meeting and will include a President, Vice-President, Secretary, and Treasurer.

Section 2: Campaigning

Each candidate may campaign as early as four days prior to the election. Campaign posters should be no larger than 2 feet by 3 feet and should only include the name of the candidate and the office they desire.

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Article VI. Duties, Powers, and Qualifications of the Executive Board and ASB Representatives

Section 1: Executive Board Duties

President

The President will run meetings, organize committees, act as the student and administration liaison, and oversee other officers, all representatives, and all events. The President is responsible for reporting to the Traina School Board monthly at the school board meeting.

Vice-President

The Vice-President will keep records of attendance at meetings and assist the President with duties as needed. The Vice-President will also be responsible for the student council bulletin board. Only eighth graders are eligible for the office of Vice-President.

Secretary

The Secretary is responsible for all written communication, including minutes of meetings and correspondence regarding upcoming events. Minutes should be typed or written neatly and copied for distribution to the other officers, the representatives, and the faculty moderators in a timely manner.

Treasurer

The Treasurer will help organize fundraising activities and will keep an accurate record of expenditures and income. The Treasurer is responsible for maintaining close communication with the school accountant and reporting on the status of student council funds.

Representatives

Each representative will make a suggestion box for the classroom and list appropriate suggestions on a separate sheet of paper prior to each weekly meeting. The list of suggestions will be read at the meeting, then passed on to the student council secretary. Each representative must arrange a time with the homeroom teacher to give feedback on the suggestions and to relay other pertinent information to the class. Moderators and officers will check with homeroom teachers to ensure that representatives are meeting their responsibilities.

Section 2: Budget

The ASB, consisting of the current Executive Board and members, shall adopt a yearly budget and shall control all ASB funds.

Section 3: Quorum

A quorum in any decision-making body shall be necessary and present and shall consist of two-thirds of the elected ASB officers and three-fourths of the Executive Board members.

Section 4: Academic and Behavior Qualifications

Executive Board and Representative members of the Traina School ASB must have a 3.0 GPA or higher and maintain excellent citizenship standards. Any student who receives an F in any class on a report card during the year shall face possible suspension or removal from ASB. A student shall be removed from ASB for the remainder of the year for serious problems with grades or behavior. Expulsion from ASB is determined by the ASB Executive Board.

Section 5: Principal Powers

The principal shall have the right to veto student government programs in matters regarding school district policy and legality, important academic issues, safety, and the well-being of students of the school.

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Article VII. Vacancies and Recalls

Section 7: Vacancies in Office

In the event of a vacancy occurring in the office of ASB or Class President, the corresponding Vice-President shall assume the duties of that office. In the event of a vacancy occurring in any other elected ASB or Class office, an election shall be held for these offices prior to the end of the second trimester. For vacancies occurring in ASB offices after the middle of the spring semester, the ASB Board may appoint a student to hold that office.

Section 8: Recall

The recall of any elected officer shall be initiated upon violation of the terms of that officer’s duties and responsibilities, and further proposed by a petition signed by two-thirds of the Executive Board and two-thirds of the ASB Representatives. An officer who is recalled shall be immediately removed from office. An election or appointment to replace that officer shall be held within the following three weeks.

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Article VIII. ASB Advisor

Section 1

The staff member supervising ASB shall be called the ASB Advisor.

Section 2

The ASB Advisor is responsible for attending all meetings and planned ASB events.

Section 3

The ASB Advisor stipend shall be negotiated by ASB members and the advisor or advisors. A stipend not to exceed $1,000 for the entire school year is acceptable. In the event that there are co-advisors, the stipend shall be divided equally between the advisors.

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Article IX. Amendment

Section 1: Changes to the Constitution

All additions or changes to this Constitution shall require an amendment.

Section 2: Amendment Process

Cause for an amendment may be initiated by a petition signed by 25 percent of the student body and presented to the ASB Executive Board, or by a petition signed by two-thirds of the ASB Executive Board and Representatives.

Section 3: Ratifying an Amendment

Amendments must be ratified by a two-thirds vote of the student body voting in an amendment election.

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Article X. Ratification

Section 1: Proposing

A proposed Constitution shall be adopted for presentation to the general student body by a majority vote of the members of the ASB Executive Board and ASB Representatives, provided that a quorum of the ASB Board is present.

Section 2: Ratifying a New Constitution

At a general election of the student body, two-thirds of the members who vote must approve the new document. When passed, it shall be declared in effect, with the previous Constitution nullified.

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