Minnesota Association of Student Leaders

The Minnesota Association of Student Leaders is a student leadership organization.
We are affiliated with the Minnesota Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) as the Division of Student Activities.
We invite you to look around our website and see for yourself how secondary school students are involved in student councils and honor society in the State of Minnesota.

Trisha’s Top 4

Trisha Bemboom
Director of Student Activities

May 5th, 2026

1. The Value of Membership-Ask a Member

One of the many benefits of MASL membership is the opportunity to connect with advisors from across the state with just a few clicks!

On the MASL website, mnleaders.org, you will find a Members Only tab in the upper left corner of the homepage. This section includes an Ask a Question feature designed specifically for members. Whether you are looking for fresh ideas, guidance on group specific topics, or insight from fellow advisors, this space gives you access to the shared experience and expertise of your peers across Minnesota. I encourage you to take advantage of this valuable resource!

If you no longer have your username or password, please reach out to trisha@massp.org, and I will be happy to help you get access.

2. Middle Level Feedback Requested

We are exploring the possibility of hosting a State Leadership Conference for middle level leaders across Minnesota. A potential host school has already stepped forward, and we are now gathering feedback to help determine interest and overall feasibility.

If you are a middle level advisor, please take a minute to complete this short form so we can better understand your level of interest. Even if you are not planning to participate at this time, your response is still very helpful. Your input will guide future planning and help shape additional leadership opportunities designed specifically for middle level students and advisors.

Thank you in advance for sharing your feedback. We truly appreciate your support as we continue to grow opportunities for middle level leadership across the state!

3. 26-27 MASL State Executive Board

We are excited to introduce the 2026–2027 MASL State Executive Board! This outstanding group of student leaders is already bringing energy, ideas, and vision to the year ahead, and we look forward to the impact they will make across Minnesota.

MASC Executive Board

Luke Mensink, President — Rosemount High School
Sarah Youssef, Vice President — Prior Lake High School
Waasebiik Belgarde, Secretary — TrekNorth High School

MAHS Executive Board

Ella Palm, President — Orono High School
Justin Borg, Vice President — Prior Lake High School
Jonny Alem, Secretary — Farmington High School

Please join us in congratulating these student leaders as they begin their work supporting MASL members and strengthening student leadership across the state!

4. Teacher Appreciation Week is Here!

Looking for simple, meaningful ways to celebrate your staff during Teacher Appreciation Week without adding extra stress to your schedule or budget?

Envolve has created a list of 10 low-burden, low-cost appreciation ideas that student leaders can organize quickly and easily, while still making a powerful impact. From handwritten gratitude notes and hallway hype crews to mascot visits, kindness lines, and surprise parking lot messages, these ideas are designed to help students celebrate the adults who make a difference every day.

Each activity is student-friendly, flexible for different school schedules, and focused on creating authentic moments of connection and recognition across your campus.

Explore the full list and choose the ideas that best fit your school community. Even one small gesture can make a big difference in helping staff feel seen and appreciated!

For full article, please visit:https://envolveschools.com/resources/low-burden-teacher-appreciation-your-staff-will-love/