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Sayville high school students ask board to create elected student liaison seat
Summary
High school students proposed an elected senior to serve as an ex‑officio student representative to the Sayville Board of Education; the board asked for draft expectations and signaled willingness to form a small subcommittee to prepare ballot language or a June special election.
High school student Hannah Michaelson presented a formal proposal to establish an elected student liaison to the Sayville Board of Education. The proposal—developed with the high‑school principal and student government advisor—would create a position held by a Seabrook/Sayville High School senior who would serve as an ex‑officio board member, provide regular public reports at meetings and act as a liaison between students and the board.
Michaelson described a multi‑step process: candidates would complete an application, include teacher recommendations, meet initial criteria, and then be selected by a student body vote. The proposal envisions using the student government election cycle (May 23) if timeline permits, otherwise holding a special election in June.
Board members questioned eligibility and training details (for example, whether to require a junior as an alternate to provide continuity) and urged the students and advisors to craft a clear list of responsibilities so the board can vet expectations. Several trustees volunteered to serve on a small subcommittee with school staff to finalize the language and timeline.
No final board action was taken at the hearing; the board requested a draft policy and criteria be prepared for consideration before placing the matter on a ballot.
