INFORMATION SESSION

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Council Information Session

WELCOME TO OUR

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How can I identify a student councillor?

1.Their Collar Pin

2.Their Attire

3.Their Attitude

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What is the NJC Student Council?

•Dedicated, dilligent, intelligent etc. people

• Service

•Leadership

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The Purpose of the Student Council?

1. Foster a sense of belonging

2. Create a vibrant culture

3. Instill pride in our NJCian identity

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Student Council Structure!

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1) The Welfare team

3) Management of the Student Lounge

2) Quartermasters

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1) Visual arts and displays

3) Rallying the school for cheering

2) Publicity for events

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1) Feedback sessions with the student body

2) Meetings with the school administration 3) Feedback boxes,

board, forum

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1)Generating ideas to improve college environment

3) Community Involvement Projects

2) Fundraising and merchandise

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HOUSE SPIRIT

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Ad-Hoc Committees

•Investiture•National Day Celebration•Open Day•Teachers’ Day•Year End Celebration•Graduation Night

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Photo Presentation

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What does it take to be a councillor?

•Sleep•Juggler•Exemplary Behaviour•Initiative•Confidence•The WillThis list is not exhaustive

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What is the journey I must take to be a councillor?

30th January – 5th February -> Sale of application forms11th February, 5pm -> Final submission of application forms15th -16th February -> OGL camp for orientation 2 20th – 22th February -> Orientation 225th – 29th February -> Interviews18th March -> Release of Interview Results19th March -> Elections Briefing24th March – 4th April -> Campaigning Period2nd April -> Speech Day2nd-4th April -> Voting Period3rd – 5th April -> Leadership Symposium

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Development of Councillors

• Leadership Symposium•Attending Seminars •Meet the people’s sessions with MPs•Workshops•Dialogue Sessions

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There is also…

INTRINSIC VALUE

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Why do I have to pay for the application form?

•Commitment

•Fund the entire elections process

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I still have a CCA while being a councillor?

YES!! The Student Council is not a CCA. We want all our councillors to have a CCA.

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Q&AQuestion and Answers?

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Thank you for your attention!

Do approach any friendly councillor for any further queriesVisit the council website for updates:

http://www.njc.edu.sg/council/