Benefits
The Minnesota Association of Student Leaders (MASL) is an organization that provides high schools and middle level schools the opportunity, for their student groups, to participate in leadership and development training to strengthen their school community. By joining MASL, your student and advisors will have access to attend all these events below at the members rate. Note that some of these workshops/retreats are for MASC and/or MAHS members only.
The Minnesota Association of Student Councils (MASC) and the Minnesota Association of Honor Societies (MAHS) are two student sub-groups under MASL. If you register your Student Council and/or Honor Society, they in turn will become MASL members and are welcome to register for the workshops and retreats.
New Advisor Workshop
This workshop is intended for advisors in their first three years. Mentorship opportunities as well as year planning and assistance in structuring your council will be discussed. This will be held in October at the Anderson Center on the Bethel campus.
Fall Leadership Forum
The Fall Leadership forum will be held at Cragun’s resort on November 2nd and 3rd. During this two-day event, students and Advisors will hear keynote speakers, discuss ways to connect and involve others in their school community, and network with students from across the state.
Winter Advisor Workshop
The Winter Advisor workshop is a one-day advisor training that will take place January 29th at the Minneapolis Marriott- City Center. During this time, advisors will attend breakout sessions led by professionals that are serving students in a variety of capacities, engage in a breakout session led by Carlos Ojeda Jr., learn about the resources available from Work 2 Be Well and so much more. This is one you do not want to miss!
One Day Leadership Training Events
Students will participate in a variety of one day leadership training sessions. These training events will occur throughout the school year and at various locations throughout the state.
State Leadership Convention
This year Owatonna High School will be hosting the state leadership convention April 11th-13th, 2026. A variety of activities will be included, but not limited to, breakout sessions, speakers, division meetings and election of state officers.
Middle Level Spring Workshops
We will be hosting workshops for our middle level student leaders in various locations across the state. These will be held throughout the year. Dates and location are to be determined. This is a low cost, one day workshop.
Summer Leadership Retreat
The Summer Leadership Retreat is held in July on the campus of St. John’s University. This event is a two-day leadership training for your students as they prepare for their school year. Students and advisors will be given assistance in planning their school calendar and events for the year. Students will set goals and create a framework for a year of excellence. Dates and location will be updated on the MASL website.
National Conference
Students and advisors will be invited to attend a number of national conferences and workshops throughout the year. The National Association of Student Councils (NASC) and the National Honor Societies (NHS) Conference will take place February 26th-March 1st, 2026. Additional national conferences and workshops will be announced for both Students and Advisors throughout the year.
Scholarship and Awards
Scholarships and Awards are available for students whose schools are members of the Association. Recognition of the scholarship and award winners happen at the state leadership convention.
Leadership Articles/Resources
A resource of leadership articles and handouts will be made available to members on the website. These will provide best practice ideas, activities for your group, and handouts that were given at workshops/conferences.
Minnesota Honor Society (MHS)/Minnesota Junior Honor Society (MJrHS)
Your chapter is automatically part of MHS/MJrHS with membership to MAHS. Your chapter will have the opportunity to purchase pins, cards, certificates and honor cords.
Trisha’s Top 4
Twice a month, member advisors will receive a newsletter filled with timely updates and inspiration. Each edition will highlight opportunities from our partners and sponsors, share valuable resources, and feature important announcements about upcoming events-all designed to support you and your student leaders throughout the year.
