My Reality Of Being The Student Body President by Daniel

My Reality Of Being The Student Body President by Daniel - December 2025 Scholarship Essay

This would be the closest thing to my reality if I were running for president in student government. People often assume that the president must be flawless, confident in every moment, and ready with the perfect answer. But as an autistic student who also has attention deficit disorder (ADD/HD), I have learned something different. Real leadership is not about perfection. It is about building a team, communicating a clear vision, and creating an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and supported.

If I were elected, the number one way I would hope to positively impact my school is by strengthening the connections between students and the people who serve them. I am referring to the relationships between the administrators, teachers, counselors, and all the support staff. Every student comes to school carrying something unseen, whether it is anxiety, pressure at home, different learning styles, or self-doubt. I understand this because I live it. I sometimes struggle to stay organized, manage distractions, and feel comfortable in big groups. These challenges have taught me the value of honest communication and the courage it takes to ask for help. As president, I would make those two skills the center of my leadership approach and maybe even my campaign. Of course, I would run these ideas by my campaign crew.

Great leaders rely on great teams. I would build a diverse group of student representatives who bring different strengths to the table. My job would not be to control every decision, but to make sure that every voice is included in our shared vision. I would delegate tasks based on people’s strengths, check in regularly, and make sure no one felt overwhelmed or ignored. Leadership is not about giving orders. It is about creating a process that works for everyone.

Most importantly, I would set clear goals for what we want to improve at our school, whether that means expanding academic support, improving mental-health resources, or planning events that bring students together. After communicating those goals, I would follow up consistently to see if we were making progress. If something was not working, we would adjust it. If students had new needs, we would adapt. A leader must stay connected to the people they serve and never assume that their first idea is the best idea.

By leading with teamwork, communication, and responsibility, I believe I could help create a school environment where every student feels supported. Not because I would be a perfect president, but because I would never lead by myself.