To the California Association of Student Councils (CASC) family,

 

It is my greatest honor to serve as your 2026-2027 State President. I first fell in love with CASC because it showed me the power of my voice to affect change in my community; that student perspectives are not peripheral to leadership, but central to it. From serving on Region 10 Cabinet as a freshman to now serving in its highest office, I’ve never lost sight of that. Every in-year, Summer, SAC, and everything in between has shaped not just the leader I strive to be, but the person I am today—teaching me to stand firm in my convictions, speak up for those who cannot for themselves, and show up for the people around me. 

 

I am constantly reminded that this organization is built not by any one individual, but by generations of student leaders who chose to step forward, to speak up, and to believe that their voices mattered. That legacy is something I carry with me every day. At its core, CASC is more than a leadership organization—it is a space where students are challenged not only to lead, but to reflect, to question, to grow. Each of you brings a perspective shaped by your experiences, your communities, and your values, and it is that diversity of thought that makes our CASC community stronger. 

 

On behalf of the State Council, I encourage every student—whether you are attending your first conference or have been part of CASC for years—to fully engage with the opportunities in front of you. From our statewide conferences and leadership trainings to advocacy work at the state level, CASC offers a platform unlike any other: one where students can not only develop their skills, but actively shape the systems that impact their lives. Whether you are presenting proposals, leading within your region, or simply finding your voice for the first time, your presence here matters.

 

This year, we have the opportunity to expand what leadership looks like in practice. That means reaching students who have not traditionally had access to these spaces, strengthening connections across regions, and ensuring that every student who interacts with CASC leaves feeling more empowered than when they arrived. The California Association of Student Councils has spent decades amplifying student voices and developing leaders who go on to change the world. That mission continues with all of us. All of us here at CASC have always held the conviction that students are not just leaders of tomorrow, but leaders of today. I am incredibly grateful to be part of a community that believes so deeply in the power of young people, and I am excited for all that we will accomplish together in the year ahead. 

 

Thank you again, and I hope to see you around!

 

Kindest regards,

Euri Kim