About Us
Several high schools in Arkansas had active student councils in the 1920’s and early 1930’s, but it was not until March 1936, that the first statewide meeting was held. Held at Little Rock High School, it was a two-day joint meeting of student council officers and high school journalism students with sponsors from the following schools: Arkadelphia, Batesville, Blytheville, Camden, Crossett, DeQueen, El Dorado, Fort Smith, University High in Fayetteville, Harrison, Helena, Hope, Hot Springs, Joiner, Lake Village, Little Rock, Monticello, North Little Rock, Paragould, Pine Bluff, Searcy, Texarkana, Walnut Ridge, and Wilson. These meetings have continued through present day (with the exception of 1942 – 1946 due to World War II).
The AASC has the honor of holding the first student leadership workshop in the nation to train student council officers and members. From the very beginning, it was agreed that training students only would not be doing a complete job for the member schools that attended, so advisers were also required to attend in order that they would better understand their role and what the students had experienced at the workshop.
Our Officers
Our team is made up of dedicated students and educators who are passionate about promoting leadership development in schools.
Get to know our student officers a little better below.
President
Kabrean King
Arkansas High School
​Kabrean has been in StuCo for 6 years, serving as President for his senior year. His involvement in AHS’s HOSA Club, the Medical Mentoring Program (MMP), Executive Producer & Anchor of Razorback TV, and participation in Arkansas Boys’ State and Arkansas Governor’s School programs have grown him as the leader we see today.
Secretary
Anna Manuel
Bradley High School
Anna is a junior at Bradley High School. She serves as VP of her home Council. Anna has enjoyed taking part in many AASC events. She is an honor student with a 4.0 GPA, plays basketball and softball, has qualified to go to nationals in FCCLA Star Events, is involved in FBLA, and is a member of the National Honor Society.
Vice President
Tyler Stevens​
Subiaco Academy
Tyler has been in StuCo since his freshman year. He is dedicated to making a positive impact and has shares his passion for music as the lead guitarist in the Subiaco Jazz Ensemble, Tyler plans to attend the US Service Academies to continue this journey of leadership & service on a larger scale.
Reporter
Ella Kate Thompson
Brookland High School
Ella Kate has been involved in StuCo since 5th grade and serves as her home council's President. She has served as Beta Club secretary, class VP, and is a member of Crown Club, Jonesboro's Junior Leadership program, and the BHS honor choir. Ella Kate is very passionate about StuCo and academics, holding a 4.0 GPA.