ABOUT

Student Led • 501(c)(3) Nonprofit • Est. 1947 by the California Department of Education

PURPOSE

The purpose of the California Association of Student Councils is to improve the quality of life in the world by developing skilled, ethical, and sensitive leaders of diverse backgrounds and cultures.

MISSION

The mission of the California Association of Student Councils is to provide leadership development for elementary, middle, and high school students and their advisors in California and across the world through peer training. Our programs emphasize authenticity, ethics, and collaborative decision-making which enhance learning outside of the classroom by fostering self-esteem and civic engagement. CASC advocates for the youth, provides an avenue for the expression on student views and empowers young people.

VALUES

The power of youth to change the world • Acceptance of all people • Respect • Empowerment and encouragement of youth • Integrity • The belief that people can continuously develop and change • The power of the individual • The ripple effect

Our Partners

State Board of Education

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Association of California School Administrators

East Bay Gives

Thirst Project