HomeMy WebLinkAboutGeist, Meghan Youth Council Application - 2020 07 27
CITY OF WINTER SPRINGS, FLORIDA
YOUTH COUNCIL APPLICATION
About the Winter Springs Youth Council
The Winter Springs Youth Council (WSYC) is an ad-hoc advisory board that provides appropriate
recommendations to the City Commission regarding issues of special interest to youths within the
City. The Winter Springs Youth Council shall consist of no more than twelve and no fewer than six
members. WSYC responsibilities include:
To make recommendations to the City Commission on matters affecting youth in the City;
To increase and make recommendations regarding increasing youth participation and
involvement in local government;
To seek and recommend ways to improve communication with students in area schools;
To organize and perform service projects, events or functions that benefit the City of Winter
Springs community, subject to approval of the City Manager;
To recommend the creation of recognition programs for youth; and
To perform any other youth-related matters assigned by the City Commission or City
Manager.
Member & Term Requirements
Winter Springs Youth Council requirements include:
Resident of the City of Winter Springs for a minimum of six months preceding appointment
and shall maintain said residency during their term
Between the ages of 14 and 18 years old
Enrolled in high school or entering high school, which may be a public school, private school,
or home school
Members shall serve terms one year in length and may reapply each year of enrollment in high
school. Members shall be appointed on or before August 1 of each year.Members shall be
automatically removed for lack of attendance at three consecutive, regularly scheduled meetings
or failure to attend at least two-thirds of the regularly scheduled meetings during a calendar year.
Members of the Winter Springs Youth Council are considered Public Officers of the City of Winter
Springs. Members are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.
As Public Officers, members are required to abide by the Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and the
Florida Sunshine Law, which pertain to members if appointed to the Winter Springs Youth Council.
sole obligation and duty to comply with such laws.
Applicant Information
Applicants for the Youth Council may be requested to interview with the respective appointing City
Commissioner or Mayor and the staff liaison. Please return completed applications to the City of
Winter Springs Winter Springs Youth Council Coordinator, Brooke Rissi, at 1126 East State Road 434,
Winter Springs, FL 32708 or email to brissi@winterspringsfl.org.
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Street Address Apt/Unit Number
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City State Zip Code
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Phone Number Email Address
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2020/2021 School Year Grade School Name
Are you able to attend meetings and activities of Youth Council for one year?
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Do you have reliable transportation to meetings and activities?
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Are you in good academic standing?
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Please list all activities that you participate in during the school year. Include sports, employment,
school groups, community service, and extra-curriculum activities.
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Short Answer Questions
You may include additional pages to complete answers if necessary.
1.Why do you wish to serve on the Winter Springs Youth Council? What do you hope to gain by
this experience?
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2.What are the most important issues to you, your friends, and your family concerning our
community?
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3.What characteristics or skills do you possess that make you a great representative?
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Letters of Recommendation
Please submit two (2) letters of recommendations from a teacher, counselor, parent (home
schooled students), or coach.
Parent/Legal Guardian Agreement
I give my permission for the above named applicant to seek a position on the City of Winter
Springs Youth Council and I have read and understand the commitments required for the
Council.
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Printed Name Phone Number
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Email Address Relationship to Student
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Parent/Legal Guardian Signature Date
Commitment Statement
I understand that being a member of the City of Winter Springs Youth Council carries certain
responsibilities. I agree to conduct myself in a professional manner as a representative of my
City.
You hereby represent to the City of Winter Springs under penalties of perjury that the
information provided herein is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge and the City
of Winter Springs has the right to rely on that information.
You hereby acknowledge that you must abide by the Code of Ethics for Public Officers, and
the Florida Sunshine Law, which pertain to you if you are appointed to the Winter Springs
Youth Council. If appointed it is your sole obligation and duty to comply with such laws.
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Student Signature Date
1. I wish to serve on the Winter Springs Youth Council to gain more knowledge and insight
on how a community is operated, how decisions are made to benefit the residents of the
community, and what actions are taken to provide the appropriate solution if a resident
has a complaint. Lastly, I would like to become more involved in my community; I
would offer a positive influence and voice to help make change in the community that I
have been a part of for 16 years now. Gaining the knowledge, better insight, and a better
understanding on such a great community is an incredible opportunity that I have a great
interest in.
2. The most important issues to my peers, family, and I concerning the community is what
precautions can be taken to ensure the safety of the community as a whole. Additionally,
how different resources can be provided to assure residents of the community are
informed about anything from future developments, expansions, and changes to
community events, projects, sports, and clubs. Also, to find new ways for children and
adults of all ages to get more involved in the community.
3. Characteristics and skills I possess that qualify me to be a great representative are my
determination and dedication to complete any task that is given to the best of my abilities.
All while staying very organized, strategically managing my time, having the ability to
work diligently on paper or a computer as I have certifications in Microsoft PowerPoint,
Word, and Excel spreadsheet. I never shy away from public speaking opportunities, and I
enjoy working and collaborating with others in order to gain new perspectives, and to
make everyone feel welcome as part of the team.
4. Some past experiences that have prepared me for this leadership role being a captain my
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8 grade year prepared me at a young age to become a leader, teach new people the
basics of the sport, lead practices, help come up with plays, and up lift my team win or
lose. My ability to create bonding activities to get to know each other, and grow closer as
a team, in both lacrosse and dance. When in group projects, I tend to take the leader role;
as such I split work up amongst everyone, set target dates for when tasks should be
completed, and ensure everyone can work together cohesively to get everything done
diligently in order to present the best work to get the highest grade possible. Lastly, being
in the leadership program at my school, will give me the chance to constantly adapt and
enhance my leadership skills in addition to the challenge of working with new people.
July 25, 2020
Teresa Steward
Winter Springs High School
130 Tuskawilla Rd.
Winter Springs, FL 32708
To whom it may concern:
It is a pleasure to provide a letter of recommendation for Meghan Geist, one of my former
English honors students at Winter Springs High School. Meghan is applying to be a member of
the Winter Springs Youth Council, and in my opinion, she will not only provide hard work and
leadership if selected, but also a friendly and upbeat attitude. Meghan spent her time in my class
productively and enthusiastically. She always pushed herself intellectually and academically.
She was thoughtful and hardworking and a pleasure to teach. She was an effective
communicator both in writing and in speaking, and her work ethic earned her high marks in my
class as well as in other classes. She was also someone that her classmates turned to for help and
advice, which clearly shows that she is a leader among her peers.
As well as being a leader in the classroom and contributing to a positive classroom environment,
Meghan has also shown these qualities in other ways as well. She has been playing lacrosse for
5 years, and since freshman year, she has been a varsity starter. This takes hard work and
dedication to accomplish at such a young age. Most
several years. Also demonstrating her hard work is the fact that she was awarded most improved
player by her teammates. She was also selected by Storm Select Lacrosse to play in the
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Presidents Cup, and she was a captain on her 8 grade team. On top of being a hard working
lacrosse athlete, Meghan has also been dancing for 4 years. Because of her leadership,
dedication, and obvious hard work, she was accepted into
Leadership class where she will help spread school spirit, organize school-wide activities, and
help boost school morale.
All that being said, Meghan is just fun to be around and will bring good vibes along with her
hard work. Therefore, I hope it is as clear to you as it is to me that Meghan is an exceptional
individual and would be an amazing person to have on the Winter Springs Youth Council. She is
intelligent, hardworking, and dedicated. She will listen and problem solve thoughtfully and
creatively. She is capable of leading and serving others with grace, dignity, and good humor. I
truly believe that she will be an asset to the council.
Sincerely,
Teresa Steward
July 27, 2020
To whom it may concern,
My name is Chef Dane Brevoort and I am recommending Ms. Meghan Geist for the Winter
Springs Youth Council. I have over sixteen years of experience in the hospitality and culinary
field and have been teaching at Winter Springs High School for the last three years. As a Chef I
look to see who has leadership qualities and a positive attitude when faced with stressful
situations.
I had the opportunity to teach Meghan during her freshman year. In my culinary course she
exceled, could think quickly, lead her assigned group and produced a quality dish. She was quick
to learn each dish and helped any classmate while always keeping a positive attitude.
Meghan has shown her passion for leadership on the field of play and on the dance floor as
well. As an underclassman she was instrumental to the WSHS Varsity Lacrosse team and shows
an intense veracity in competition. Her ability to inspire and cheer on her older peers during
games shows her ability to be a team player. She is also a member of the WSHS Hunny Bears
dance team and has always managed to keep her grades a priority while keeping her
extracurricular activities balanced in her daily life.
Ms. Geist would be an excellent addition to your Youth Council. She has pursued and managed
a multifaceted educational and extracurricular foundation. W
mean being a leader in name but being a good example to her fellow peers.
If you need any more information, please feel free to email me at brevoodz@scps.k12.fl.us.
Regards,
Dane Brevoort
Chef/Instructor
Winter Springs High School
(352) 231-1983