Everyone has a voice.
I'm your Class Rep because I don't think representation should be about who has the loudest voice. It should be about making sure everyone's voice is heard.
What I believe
I'm not promising I'll magically fix Branson. I'm promising I'll listen.
š Listen
Everyone deserves to be heard. I'll seek out opinionsānot just from the people who already have the loudest voices.
š Act
Talk is cheap. Action is real. Good ideas are only useful if someone actually does something with them.
š¤ Include
Everyone belongs in the conversation. I'll work to represent the whole class, not just my friends.
Suggest an Idea
Tell me what you want to change, improve, or try.
How it Works
1) You Speak
Tell me what you want to change, improve, or try.
2) We Figure
I'll find out what's actually possible and work with the people who can make it happen.
3) I Follow Up
I'll tell you what's happeningānot just make a promise and disappear.
Don't take my word for it
“Max is an amazing critical thinker who can solve problems on the fly. He always works to address problems, whether they're in a project or group setting. That ability to think through problems and find solutions is exactly what's important in a class rep.”
“Max will be an outstanding class rep! He is a visionary thinker who develops clear, actionable plans to bring big ideas to life. He is also an incredible listener who values others' perspectives and incorporates their ideas into his vision. I have no doubt he will bring Branson students together and get everyone working as a team.”
“Max is an amazing person and leader who would be awesome for the position! He is super innovative and creative, and is always willing to listen to new ideas and find creative solutions, which would make him a great representative for our class.”
Questions, answered
What will you actually do now that you're elected?
I'll listen to what students want, bring realistic ideas forward, work with the people who can make them happen, and follow up with the class about what happened. I want to focus on things we can actually accomplish rather than making a huge list of promises.
What does a class rep actually do?
A class rep represents our class, brings student ideas and concerns to the people who can act on them, and helps keep everyone informed. I see the role as being a connection between students and the schoolānot as someone who gets to make every decision.
How will you know what our class wants?
I'll give people multiple ways to share their opinions. That includes the Suggest an Idea form on this website, conversations with classmates, and polls or other ways of collecting feedback when appropriate.
Do I have to know you to suggest an idea?
Nope! You don't have to be my friend, know me, or even have talked to me before. Everyone has a voice.
Can I suggest something you disagree with?
Of course! The point isn't to collect ideas that I already agree with. I want to hear different perspectives and understand why people want something.
What if an idea isn't possible?
Then I'll be honest about it. If something can't happen because of school rules, cost, logistics, or another limitation, I'll explain what I can rather than making a promise I can't keep.
Are you going to focus only on big changes?
Nope! Some of the best improvements can be small. I'll consider anything that makes our class experience better, whether it's a major idea or something simple that a lot of students care about.
What if you don't know the answer to my question?
Then I'll say so! I'll try to find the answer rather than making one up. I think being a good representative means being trustworthy, not pretending to know everything.
One Promise: I'll Listen.
I'll listen to what you want, be honest about what's possible, and follow through on what I can.