Seniors:

Leah Stewart, President

Julie Johnson,

Laura Huepenbecker, Vice President

Tanner Morrison

Andrew Brann

Andy Benjamin

Peter Rowland

Matt Crain

Colin Dobin

Juniors:

Emily Reinke

Anna Cerf

Kate Austin

Luke Eidsvold

N’namdi Andersen

Will Kieffer

Cole Harris

Michael O’Neil

Why are you running for Student Council?

I ran so I could get involved in school events, and help improve the school as a whole.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan to benefit the high school experience for all students.

What’s a fun fact about you?

Eight out of ten freshwater mammals say I have swag.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I’m running for Student Council because it’s an amazing way to get to know everyone all around the school, and I really enjoy being a leader throughout the school and benefit the school in all ways possible.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I make Student Council, I plan to be an involved member and help in all ways possible to make EHS a fun place to go to school everyday.

What’s a fun fact about you?

My eyeball is currently bleeding, no joke.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because of the amazing opportunities it offers. Being on Student Council this year has shown me all of the different ways to get involved with the school and the students. I have enjoyed planning different events this year, included dances, blood drives, and fundraisers, and I hope to get the chance to do it again. I am running for Student Council to be able to represent all the students to try to improve our school.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I get elected on the Council I plan to try to include everyone on all the events we plan. Student Council is one of those classes where, what you put into it, is what you get out of it. I plan to be a large contributor to my group, to help plan the different events, and I plan to contribute many different ideas for each event. I hope to bring a different perspective to the council, when we are trying to decide ways to improve the school, or what ways we can get more involved with everyone in the school.

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is that the ocean is my favorite place to be.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council this year so that I can serve my fellow students and  help make school activities fun and memorable for everyone!

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I am elected to be on Student Council I plan to do all that I can to help the council work towards making EHS a fun and welcoming place for all students.

What’s a fun fact about you?

One fact about me is that I lived in Spain for a year when I was five.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because I hope I can be a helpful voice to the student body and I believe it will be a great leadership opportunity.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan to be as helpful as I can be, and to help create a great school environment for everyone.

What’s a fun fact about you?

I only use Crest toothpaste rather than Colgate.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running to stay in shape.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan on getting rid of homework!

What’s a fun fact about you?

I throw my hands up in the air sometimes.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I’m running so that I can have an influence on all of the fun school events.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan to bring back recess.

What’s a fun fact about you?

I live in a house.

Why are you running for Student Council?

It is a good opportunity, and my mom thinks it is a good idea.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan to lock up Kony for once and for all.

What’s a fun fact about you?

My uncle split the Red Sea. Shalom.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I want to help improve school events with ideas from YOU.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I will enhance the already off the charts swag level at EHS.

What’s a fun fact about you?

I’m a distant cousin of Snoop Dogg.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council to improve the school. I’m pretty outgoing and I speak my mind, so I thought it would be productive to represent the interests of the EHS students. Seeing all of the work that Student Council does, and its impact on EHS makes me want to be apart of it. At the same time, it looks like a lot of fun!

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I were to be elected, I would strive to do what is best for the students. I would want to know the interests of the students as well as their problems with the school. I would focus on those opportunities to make our school a better place.

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is that I love country music!

Why are you running for Student Council?

Since last year, I have regretted not running for Student Council. The people that are a part of StudCo are usually really nice and easy to talk to. I also love to get involved and I know that being on StudCo will be a great experience in my high school career.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I am elected onto StudCo, I think it would be great to start participating in planning and setting up the events such as dances and fundraisers. I think I would be a good resource in talking to others on setting events up because I am comfortable talking with people I don’t know.

What’s a fun fact about you?

Once when I was at the airport with my mom trying to get on a flight to Colorado for the whole day, I met a French couple who got bumped from their flight and happened to not speak any English so my mom and I walked with them so that I could translate for them and the desk workers at the gates.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because I believe I have the leadership qualities needed to represent Edina High School and want to contribute to the school.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan to make decision based on the opinions of my peers to better the learning environment of Edina High School.

What’s a fun fact about you?

Avid ping pong player

Why are you running for Student Council?

The reason why I am running for Student Council is for the ability to better Edina High School, and help the future classes enjoy their experience at EHS that much better. Whether it’s trying to come up with different ways of learning, or having more fun with school activities.

What do you plan to do if elected?

Some of the things I will try and implement within the school is having more creative school assemblies. I will also try and have better food options at school events. That could be commercial-wise or different and more options at the concession stands at sporting events.

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is that I am not athletic whatsoever, yet my heart belongs to sports.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because I have had the privilege of being respected as one of the leaders of my class, and through the years I have been finding ways to apply my leadership skills properly and productively. Student Council is the perfect place to do just that. With being on Student Council these past few years, I have been able to take my skills and strengths to a group of 24 other individuals who have their own distinct traits. Together, we can accomplish anything we focus on. I want to be on council because I know that I can make a difference at EHS, I can be a representative of my peers, and I am willing to do whatever it takes to make the student experience at EHS the best it can be.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I am re-elected, I want to continue finding ways to make sure that every student at EHS is represented fairly. I don’t want students to feel left out, and I want to ensure the most enjoyable and satisfying experience that Student Council can give to the students. I want to focus more on Student Council’s political value, by working more with the school administration and staff to solve our school’s issues. I want to make a difference, and not by just having great dance’s and pep fests, but by making sure that Student Council is doing everything it can to make EHS the best place it can be, for any and all.

What’s a fun fact about you?

Fun fact about me is that I can’t be productive without a morning shower. If I can’t shower at the start of my day, the day never—and I mean never—goes well.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because I like to plan and organize events that are inclusive for the entire student body. I want the students to feel welcome at the school. I also really love the people that I have gotten to know through the council!

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I am elected, I plan to do a quick fist pump to celebrate, and then start brainstorming on ways to make students’ lives less stressful and more rewarding.

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me? Hmmmm, I got hit in the head with a bowling ball in eighth grade… Also I am right handed, but I brush my teeth with my left hand.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because I think it is an outstanding opportunity to be able to lead the school. I also think it would be a blast.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I am elected for Student Council, I will plan to work my hardest to achieve the goals that we set.

What’s a fun fact about you?

One fun fact about me is that I smell my food before I eat it.

Why are you running for Student Council?

It is a good leadership opportunity, and it looks good for college.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan on working hard at the jobs I’m given and making EHS a better place.

What’s a fun fact about you?

I don’t care for Red Vines.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running because I want to help my fellow classmates have an amazing high school experience, and Student Council puts me in the position to do so!

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I am elected I plan on working super duper  hard, and I plan on working to find a way to incorporate everyone at school events!

What’s a fun fact about you?

I make super yummy mac and cheese!

Why are you running for Student Council?

I’m running for Student Council because I love being involved with the events at EHS. I think Edina is unique in its sense of community and school spirit, and that being a part of Student Council allows me the chance to serve this community by bringing it together.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If elected, I will do my best to ensure that Student Council acts as a voice of the student body when it comes to school policies and changes. I’ll also work hard to continue the great events Student Council has always put on, and make them the best they can be.

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is that I once had a fish named Fluffy.

Why are you running for Student Council?

Being on it these past years have had no negative aspects – I’ve loved every class period and every event I’ve helped to plan. After serving with such a fun and hard working team, it’s difficult to imagine backing out! I’ve also learned a lot about what it means to be a leader and how to execute as a team, and would want to be on Student Council again to further develop these skills. I want to serve another year to make our school a more enjoyable place (sorry for the cliché), which I’ve found isn’t hard if you’re working with the right people.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If elected, I’d work with other council members to organize events like coronation, pep fests, fundraisers, etc. creatively. I’d love to see more collaboration between the many groups in our school, so proposing more teamwork between clubs and extracurriculars would be at the top of my agenda!

What’s a fun fact about you?

I’ve memorized all the lines in Zoolander (…and I also consider this my greatest accomplishment).

Why are you running for Student Council?

I’m running for Student Council because it’s a great leadership opportunity, and it’s a way to get involved with your school

What do you plan to do if elected?

What I plan to do is help out with a fundraiser, leading groups, and I plan to work super hard.

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is one of my biggest fears is fiber.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council because I love my school and I’d love to have the chance to serve as a responsible leader for it. I want to create a fun high school experience for everyone, and I can achieve this on StudCo.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I’m elected, I’d love to plan out and lead a fundraiser for homeless youth in the Twin Cities!

What’s a fun fact about you?

A fun fact about me is I can’t cross my eyes, or whistle.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I’m running for Student Council this year because after having a year of experience on the Council, I realized how many great things we do around the school that benefits our students, staff, and community as a whole. We have such a strong impact on so many people, and I find it a lot of fun as I get to bond with some great classmates in the process. It helps me develop to become a better person and made me realize the importance of helping others.

What do you plan to do if elected?

If I were to be elected to the Council, I would try to have a positive impact on the school and perform all the tasks I am given thoroughly and the best I can. I would like to discover different ideas and ways that our school can be improved and collaborate with others on the council to make our school a better place.

What’s a fun fact about you?

One fun fact about me is that I really like iguanas and once sat on a cactus in Arizona during 2nd grade because I promised my class I would.

Why are you running for Student Council?

I am running for Student Council to become better connected with my fellow students and to help out in any way possible. I admire those on Student Council and have always wanted to take up a place of leadership at our school. I love Edina High School and being on Student Council will allow me to keep in touch and stay in tune with the minds of the student body.  Being so connected at our school will help individuals voice their opinions and that, in turn, will help progress EHS in an extremely beneficial way.

What do you plan to do if elected? 

I believe that the best way to improve our school is by connecting it and that’s why, if elected to Student Council, I would work on connecting our school. To help bring our school together, I would love to create and plan more social events such as school fundraisers, parties and activities. We have such a wide array of talent and personality at Edina High School and the best way to improve our school, the student body, and the community would be to bring our school closer together.

What’s a fun fact about you? 

My biggest fears are assorted chocolate boxes, girl scouts, baths, lunch ladies, sleeveless t-shirts and intimacy….and sharks…

Why are you running for Student Council?

It is a great leadership opportunity, and I hope that it will allow me to meet new people.

What do you plan to do if elected?

I plan on working hard in order to create a fun experience for all students at Edina High School.

What’s a fun fact about you?

I have shopped at The Container Store.