Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
When students take charge of running weekly all-school meetings, they develop confidence, leadership skills, and a stronger sense of community.
At Casco Bay High School in Portland, Maine—an EL Education school—student voice isn’t just encouraged, it’s embedded in the fabric of the school’s culture. The school has multiple structures in place to help students feel engaged in the school community, but one of the key ways they bring this to life is through their student-led all-school meetings. Every Wednesday, small groups of students take turns leading the gathering—setting the agenda, sharing important announcements, showcasing student work, and ensuring that their voices set the tone—and shape the school community.
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When students take charge of running weekly all-school meetings, they develop confidence, leadership skills, and a stronger sense of community.
At Casco Bay High School in Portland, Maine—an EL Education school—student voice isn’t just encouraged, it’s embedded in the fabric of the school’s culture. The school has multiple structures in place to help students feel engaged in the school community, but one of the key ways they bring this to life is through their student-led all-school meetings. Every Wednesday, small groups of students take turns leading the gathering—setting the agenda, sharing important announcements, showcasing student work, and ensuring that their voices set the tone—and shape the school community.
For more strategies on elevating student voice, visit: edutopia.org/topic/student-voice
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#studentvoice #schoolculture #studentled
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