Presenter outlines Rising Stars student ambassador program for eight middle schools

A presenter described the Rising Stars program, which selects one student ambassador at each of eight middle schools as a way to highlight student leadership and pride.

The program identifies one student nominated by school staff based on taking academically rigorous courses, serving as a role model to peers and participating in clubs. "They love their campus," the Presenter said, adding that rising 8th-graders who have attended the same campus since 6th grade often "do feel that ownership and that pride to represent their school."

School staff nominate students they view as role models; the presenter said the district has one Rising Star at each of its eight middle schools and that this is the program's third year. The presenter said the program gives those students an opportunity to share information about their campuses and represent their peers at events and outreach activities.

No formal vote or policy action was recorded in the transcript; the segment focused on describing program criteria, scope and the sense of ownership staff and students report.

The program description did not include funding details, selection calendar dates, or names of participating schools.