In only its second year, the MHSAA Student Advisory Council has
established itself as a trusted voice to speak to the student-athletes
of Michigan, as well as adult decision-makers around the state.
Over the last 18 months, the 16 juniors and seniors on the council have
talked about and given feedback on a variety of topics including the
effects of the new sports seasons schedule, captains training
initiatives, steroid testing, social networking, and the general state
of school sports. Topics typically derive from one of the four "S's" of
educational athletics: scholarship, sportsmanship, safety (including
health and nutrition), and the sensible scope of athletic programs. A
fifth S is also discussed by the group - student leadership.
Earlier this year, it completed a year-long SAC Belief Statement
project. The statement will be published in souvenir programs and the 2008-09 MHSAA Handbook. Schools, leagues and conferences are encouraged to read the statement prior to home games, or use one of the 60-second video & audio PSAs that will also be created.
In addition to discussion at its five yearly meetings, the SAC also
provides additional services to the MHSAA. The students have assisted
with medal and award ceremonies at numerous MHSAA championship events; participated in a number of educational and PSA video shoots; presented council updates to the MHSAA Representative Council; helped promote the MHSAA Have Your Say survey; and are currently participating in the NCAA's Stay In Bounds cross-age mentoring program.
The Student Advisory Council's operating expenses are underwritten by
AT&T. In addition, AT&T makes a $1,000 donation to the athletic
department of each school which is represented on the Student Advisory
Council.

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