What is PASC?
The mission of the Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils is to offer year-round opportunities to develop and apply leadership and life skills for middle level and high school students throughout Pennsylvania. This goal will be accomplished by disseminating information for building effective organizations, recognizing individual and school achievements, supporting community service, and providing positive, enthusiastic forums for networking and sharing ideas. By promoting an increased awareness of these activities, we will strive for growth and diversity.
Communication:
- Online information at www.pasc.net
- PASC ENews Newsletter - published monthly through the school year informing members about State and National activities and providing helpful hints
- State Conference - the annual state-wide conference is an enjoyable learning experience for 1,100 students and advisors.
- District Conferences - smaller scale conferences hosted within each of the 12 districts of PASC in the Commonwealth. It is an opportunity for over 7,000 students annually.
- PAL Conferences - Principals-Advisors-Leaders gather every other year to set goals in a cooperative environment.
- Summer Leadership Workshops - a unique and exciting week of leadership training for both middle level and high school students designed to model and develop leadership skills by inspiring creativity and enthusiasm.
- Youth Summit in Harrisburg - a one-day opportunity in the Spring for students to meet state officials and debate current youth-related topics.
- PASC trip to Nationals - the annual trip in late June is centered around the NASC Conference and provides unity for the PA Delegation while participating in activities and experiencing local attractions.
- United States Senate Youth Scholarship Program - two students are selected annually to each receive a $2000 scholarship and attend a week-long program in Washington, D.C.
- Prudential Spirit of Community Awards - one middle level and one high school student are selected annually for self-initiated volunteerism and community service; each receive a $1000 award and attend a program in Washington, D.C.
- New Advisor Handbook - a PASC publication to help the new advisor have a smooth beginning
- Project Booklet - chocked full of activities, fundraisers, community service projects and school spirit ideas that will keep a Student Council active.
- Middle Level Conference Handbook - a "how-to" book on running middle level workshops
- For PASC Program Information call 215-368-6196 or write to PASCInfo@aol.com