Good morning/afternoon everyone, my name is Ian Gibson, I’m a Junior 
here at Westminster High School, and I want to be your next Student Senate 
president.
	The most prominent reason why I am qualified to be President is my 
extensive experience. I have spent eight years in Student Government, working 
with students on the community, county, and state level. The last three years 
I’ve been a proud member of the Student Senate executive board working as a 
CCSGA liaison, a class of 2008 representative, and parliamentarian. I’ve worked 
hand-in-hand with every president in planning and putting-on all the major 
school events – such as homecoming week, the talent show, and Owlapalooza. 
Just last year I ran the highly successful Halo 2 tournament, and this year I 
orchestrated the first revision of the Student Senate constitution in six years. 
But the truth of the matter is that my experience should not be the deciding 
factor in your choice of who to vote for. What really matters is what I can do 
for you if I am elected to the position of Student Senate president. 
      Right now, Westminster High School is facing numerous crises that 
threaten the integrity of the student body and the very spirit of our school. 
One of the major issues is freak dancing. This year we saw a massive 
crackdown by the administration on so-called “inappropriate” dancing. I stand 
here today to tell you that I will not sit by idly as our generation is censored. I 
promise you that I will do everything I can to ensure that homecoming is a fun 
and enjoyable event, and not the laughing stock it has become. Homecoming 
week is arguably the most spirited time of the year, and as such should be 
protected. As president, I will make certain that the homecoming dance will be 
a celebrated event at which students can dance freely, without fear of 
punishment.
      Another problem we have today is the potential loss of one of the 
school’s biggest events. Some of you may remember last year’s Owlapalooza - 
it was a school wide festival where the community could come out and have 
fun, while giving the school clubs and organizations a great opportunity to 
fundraise. Others of you may not have heard of the event at all, and I can’t 
blame you. Over the past four years, Owlapalooza has been held only twice. 
The reason for this was a loss of cohesion between the various clubs and a 
general lack of effort by the Student Senate. An event with the potential to 
raise tens of thousands of dollars for the school cannot be simply abandoned. 
With exciting things such as sumo wrestling and live music and eating contests, 
Owlapalooza could be an amazing school event. As president next year, I will 
organize a successful Owlapalooza by advertising to the community and student 
body while inviting all clubs and organizations to participate in the immense 
festival. A successful Owlapalooza will go a long way towards promoting the 
spirit of the school and uniting the student body. 
      The final predicament Westminster High School finds itself with is a 
breakdown in communication between the student body and the Student 
Senate. The Student Senate is a representative body, with the President 
serving as a direct spokesperson for the students. Many of the problems in the 
school today, from discrimination to theft to student rights, can be traced 
directly to the Student Senate’s growing distance from the students. Early this 
year, the changing of school colors and selection of the Homecoming theme 
was done without an iota of student input. As President, I promise to change 
that. The students of this school will be given a greater power in choosing how 
we conduct events. At the same time, the voice of the students will be heard 
when it comes to detecting problems within the school. The executive board 
will be the first to notify the administration of any discontent in the student 
body, ensuring the stability and unity of the school. 
      I know what I’ve presented you with today seems like a monumental 
task, but it can be done if you elect the right person. I stand before you today 
as not only the most qualified, but also the most motivated candidate. As 
Student Senate president, I promise to restore the glory of Westminster High 
School and protect the rights of its illustrious students. It can all be yours with 
a simple vote for Ian Gibson as Student Senate President. Thank you, and have 
a great day.
      
      (Ian Gibson)