Ready to see the results of last week’s opinion poll? Here they are.
In order to directly represent student voice, Echo Lite decided to launch a new column that reveals SAS high school students’ opinion on various aspects of school life. This issue, students gave their pennies on exploratory, extended learning, club audits, bonding day, and pep rallies. We received survey responses from 86 students, so this may or may not be fully representative of the entire high school population.
Overall, opinions on exploratory and extended learning sessions were very positive. However, students seem to be concerned with the exploratory sign-up process’s effectiveness. They also reflected room for improvement on bonding day activities and pep rallies.
In addition to filling out the multiple-choice ratings, most students also took the time to write comments on the activities. The comments are summarized below.
Student-led Exploratories: Most students reflected that student-led exploratories are more engaging because student leaders understand student interests better and that the sessions are helpful in relieving stress. They also believe that opening leadership opportunities to students is a great idea. A few students commented that their leader needed more preparation.
Exploratory Sign-Ups: The majority of students said that the PowerSchool sign-up process is overly stressful and that technical difficulties are inevitable when students sign up all at once. As a result, many students were unable to choose an exploratory of interest.
Extended Learning: Extended learning time was greatly praised in the survey. Students reflected that it opens up time to meet with teachers/counselors or self-study. One concern is that there are not enough spaces open for self-studying. The library fills up very quickly.
Club Audits: Most students were unsure how impactful the audits are, negative or positive. Some believed that they are necessary to ensure club productivity, while others believe that it is too lengthy and takes time away from club activities.
Bonding Day: Almost all students expressed that Bonding Day was ineffective in helping students bond with each other. Depending on the activity, some found it fun and others found it boring. A few students suggested that smaller groups might allow for more bonding.
Pep Rallies: Students were split on whether the rallies are entertaining but most agreed that they do not build school spirit. Athletes are engaged, but the audience members feel detached. Some attributed the rallies’ ineffectiveness to a fundamental lack of school spirit at SAS.
Through publishing student opinion polls, Echo Lite hopes to not only represent student voice, but also inspire students to take initiative and improve the discussed activities. Open discussions about student life will hopefully spur on critical thinking beyond classrooms. We will be conducting more student opinion polls next year, so keep your eye out for them!
Emma Li
In order to directly represent student voice, Echo Lite decided to launch a new column that reveals SAS high school students’ opinion on various aspects of school life. This issue, students gave their pennies on exploratory, extended learning, club audits, bonding day, and pep rallies. We received survey responses from 86 students, so this may or may not be fully representative of the entire high school population.
Overall, opinions on exploratory and extended learning sessions were very positive. However, students seem to be concerned with the exploratory sign-up process’s effectiveness. They also reflected room for improvement on bonding day activities and pep rallies.
In addition to filling out the multiple-choice ratings, most students also took the time to write comments on the activities. The comments are summarized below.
Student-led Exploratories: Most students reflected that student-led exploratories are more engaging because student leaders understand student interests better and that the sessions are helpful in relieving stress. They also believe that opening leadership opportunities to students is a great idea. A few students commented that their leader needed more preparation.
Exploratory Sign-Ups: The majority of students said that the PowerSchool sign-up process is overly stressful and that technical difficulties are inevitable when students sign up all at once. As a result, many students were unable to choose an exploratory of interest.
Extended Learning: Extended learning time was greatly praised in the survey. Students reflected that it opens up time to meet with teachers/counselors or self-study. One concern is that there are not enough spaces open for self-studying. The library fills up very quickly.
Club Audits: Most students were unsure how impactful the audits are, negative or positive. Some believed that they are necessary to ensure club productivity, while others believe that it is too lengthy and takes time away from club activities.
Bonding Day: Almost all students expressed that Bonding Day was ineffective in helping students bond with each other. Depending on the activity, some found it fun and others found it boring. A few students suggested that smaller groups might allow for more bonding.
Pep Rallies: Students were split on whether the rallies are entertaining but most agreed that they do not build school spirit. Athletes are engaged, but the audience members feel detached. Some attributed the rallies’ ineffectiveness to a fundamental lack of school spirit at SAS.
Through publishing student opinion polls, Echo Lite hopes to not only represent student voice, but also inspire students to take initiative and improve the discussed activities. Open discussions about student life will hopefully spur on critical thinking beyond classrooms. We will be conducting more student opinion polls next year, so keep your eye out for them!
Emma Li