The NASC National Council of Excellence Award provides national recognition for high school and middle school student councils that consistently provide quality leadership activities and service to their schools and communities and introduce young students to their roles as leaders. This award provides broader recognition for the most worthy efforts of NASC member schools.

All current NASC member schools that were also members during the 2008–09 school year are eligible for the 2010 Award and are encouraged to apply. All middle level and high school student councils that meet the Standards will be recognized.

Award Levels

The National Council of Excellence Award is awarded to student councils that meet all “Required Standards” and a minimum number of “Additional Standards”.

The National Gold Council of Excellence is awarded to student councils that demonstrate the highest levels of leadership and activities as illustrated by meeting all “Required Standards” and a greater number of “Additional Standards”.

For either award, student councils must also submit a letter of recommendation from their principals and summaries of council projects.

MASC Award Recipients

The following high schools in Massachusetts have received this prestigious national recognition:

Middleboro High School (2006 Gold Council of Excellence)

Marshfield High School (2007 Gold Council of Excellence)

Old Rochester Regional High School (2007 Council of Excellence)

MASC strongly encourages all NASC member schools to submit for this award. To apply for the 2010 Council of Excellence Award, please visit the NASC Website.