Leadership Application
Thank you for your interest in joining student government & leadership at THS! See the information below for important dates and deadlines coming up regarding applications for the 2024-2025 school year!
Applications have closed
APPLICANTS: Please stay up to date with this website, social media, & the contact information you provided on your application for next steps. You will be contacted by a student representative for your interview time on 2/21. Please contact Mr. Chitwood at cchitwood@tusd.net if you have any questions!
Important Dates:
January 31st, 2024: Interest Meeting for Current THS Students in F101 after school. (3:50 -4:15PM)
February 21st, 2024: Interviews of (CURRENT THS) candidates during school. You will receive a pass and a text/email of your interview time if selected around 2/20, 2/21.
February 21st, 2024: 4:00 PM - 5:30PM: Incoming Freshman/ NON TUSD Interviews - Candidates will be contacted for exact times.
Late February/Early March: Selected candidates will be notified and Class Roster released after Counseling confirmation.
Student Government & Leadership - 8460
Grade Level: 9, 10, 11, 12
Course Length: 1 year
Credit: 10 credits
A-G [UC/CSU] Category: G - Elective
Prerequisite: Elected ASB Officers, Class Officers & appointed Commissioners or by application & with the Activity Director’s approval.
Description: Student Government & Leadership is a movement at THS that promotes pride in activities, special events, club creations, diversity, & culture, fundraising, community service, and career readiness. The Leadership program allows students holding various positions from ASB President to Social Media Relations an opportunity to grow as leaders for the future tomorrow. Homecoming, dances, rallies, community events, and spirit week all encompass this student-driven program. The class will focus on standards designed by the CADA and CCSS, including public speaking, written communication, service learning, presentation skills, community service, government hierarchy, procedures and elections, personal and social development, goal setting, group dynamics, business marketing, finance accounting, advertising, business law, and technology while positively impacting the entire student body. Members are also expected to help other students with the creation and maintenance of clubs and student life on campus. The course focuses on school government/policies related to the Associated Student Body (ASB), the management of all student money, the promotion of school spirit, and the organization and promotion of all school-wide events. Required for all ASB, officers, class officers, and commissioners.