Roles of Student Advisers

1. Student council advisers should always keep an eye out for teachable moments during council activity or conflict. Advisors should encourage students to develop their talents and try new things

• Strategist

• Coach

• Publicist

• Adjudicator

2. Student council advisor should lead students in a discussion of how the event went well and what could be improved in the future. It is important for the advisor to provide constructive criticism as well as positive feedback. This will allow students to continue to grow without feeling defeated or run down in the process.

• Strategist

• Coach

• Publicist

• Adjudicator

3. The Advisor will assist with event planning and organization. An advisor should help students brainstorm ideas for events such as dances and after school activities and delegate responsibilities among student council members. The advisor should provide strategies for completing all project tasks without taking over from the governing body.

• Strategist

• Coach

• Publicist

• Adjudicator

4. Students should feel comfortable coming to their advisor with ideas, for issues they need help resolving and for guidance when they are weighing choices. Advisers must guide students without telling them what to do. The Advisor must be able to listen carefully and provide sound advice, instilling a sense of thrust in student council leaders.

• Strategist

• Coach

• Mentor

• Adjudicator

A student council advisor should be their council’s greatest publicity asset. The advisor should promote participation in student government events and projects to students, teachers and administrators. The advisor should publicize the organization activities and take pride in his or her role, ensuring that the school has a positive view of their student government.

• Strategist

• Coach

• Mentor

• Publicist