Student reps needed for DC State Board of Education; deadline June 11

The DC State Board of Education encourages young people to apply to be a student representative to the board for SY 2014-15. Two student reps are needed. The deadline is June 11. The application is on the DC State Board of Education website.

Student reps connect students and educational policymakers and will will have to

• Attend and actively participate in approximately six hours per month at two monthly meetings
• Participate in public meetings and hearings and community engagement activities
• Serve for a full school year
• Use effective communication skills and promote a team environment