Kimberly Mai, junior, will be next year's Student Body President for Watauga High School.
“I promise to advocate for your voice and make sure everyone in the student body feels heard,” said Kimberly Mai, Watauga High School junior. “Ever since I was at Hardin Park, and we had our middle school council, I’ve always strived to be in a position that would make everyone feel heard.”
Kimberly Mai, Kim as she is known by most, has been an active member of the student council and is currently the Junior Class President. In the most recent election, Kim won the race for Student Body President of 2022-2023.
“I want to ensure that every student at Watauga can express any type of change, conflict, or concern with me,” said Kim. “I will continue to fight for the things that are important to the students, no matter how big or small they may be.”
Kim is highly involved in Watauga, serving as Junior Class President, HOSA Club Secretary, Ski & Snowboard Club Treasurer, WSJI Club Chairperson, NHS member, DECA club member, and Pioneer Ambassador. Her commitment to Watauga, and its students, is thoroughly impressive by any account.
“I am also part of an amazing dance team that has taught me that not everyone will be in sync all the time. Now and then, you need to step back and consider everyone’s input to come up with a compromise plan,” said Kim. “This knowledge helps me advocate for everyone’s voices.”
As newly elected president, Kim plans to introduce ideas that promote school spirit and build a stronger student body. Additionally, she will be responsible for planning events, including Prom, HOCO, Mr. WHS, and Spirit Week.
“I also plan to focus on students' mental health to the best of my ability,” said Kim. “I’m going to take all the progress that Student Council has made over the past few years, and build upon it, by introducing my own changes.”
Watauga is excited to see what changes she can make to the school. Students should feel free to bring any issues or concerns they have to the Student Council. One thing is certainly clear about Kim, she cares about her peers.
“Student issues remain at the forefront of my mind,” said Kim. “After the massive setbacks students experienced due to COVID-19, it’s clear that students are craving connection and community with one another. I will advocate for a number of events to increase school spirit and communication while still maintaining everyone’s safety.”
Kim will officially begin her presidency at the start of the next school year, and she will be able to implement her ideas to school policy. The Student Council elections are a fantastic opportunity for every student at Watauga to be actively involved. Students who want to impact the school should consider joining the Student Council.
“Communication and transparency are central to the Student Council, so I guarantee to make them a priority. Additionally, I will continue to increase communication between administration and students, and work hard to make sure that more of our student body feels represented,” said Kim. “Thank you to everyone who voted in the 22-23 election. Every single voice is appreciated by the Council to better shape our school.”
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