Elected by their peers, next year’s class presidents are stepping into leadership for CHS. They are currently preparing visions, decisions and the ability to represent their class to shape the direction of the upcoming school year.
Sophomore Courtney Clemons has been elected as next year’s junior class president. A varsity softball and flag football player, she is already well involved with the school.
“The biggest struggle for me is balancing after school activities and school, so I want to make sure my classmates know they aren’t alone in that,” Clemons said. “It’s important to me to promote a culture of students who lift each other up both academically and mentally.
One of Clemons’ main initiatives is to provide support for students balancing school and extracurriculars. Being a dual sport athlete and student herself, she is aware of the pressure that many of her peers have to cope with.
“Junior year is definitely challenging, and I want to support my class in the best way I can,” Clemons said. “I am going to lead with Lancer pride and make sure each student feels appreciated and heard.”
Freshman Ryan Harris has been elected as next year’s sophomore class president, and has already set high expectations for her position next year. Her impact on the class of 2029 is already underway as a member of ASB, and is eager to continue preparing for next year.
“I want to make the transition from freshman year to sophomore year as easy as possible for every student,” Harris said. “I want to start the next school year off strong with a really good class float and getting as many students as I can to go to the football games and other sporting events.”
Harris plans to uphold the promises made on her campaign, and wants each student to feel represented in what shapes their identity. Whether it be sports, academics, religion or ethnic background, Harris wants to provide ample support and resources for the student body and their interests.
“I am planning on getting feedback from my classmates after events with polls or emails, so I know what they liked and what they want changed,” Harris said. “It’s really important to me that no one feels left out or that they aren’t being accounted for.”
Junior Tessa Wolfe has been elected as next year’s senior class president, and wants to ensure each senior enjoys their last year at CHS. With her involvement in multiple sports, speech and debate and other activities, Wolfe has access to many different groups on campus.
“I am trying to make the most memorable, meaningful senior year I possibly can for every student,” Wolfe said. “My first priority for next year would be to put my full effort into every decision, and make sure I do everything to the best of my ability.”
With bright new ideas, Wolfe will plans to leave a lasting impression on the class of 2027. Although she plans to maintain some traditions, Wolfe wants to bring new change while incorporating her classmates’ opinions into her decision making.
“One tradition I am thinking about changing would be doing the senior sunrise on campus instead of a hike,” Wolfe said. “It’s something I have heard a lot of students talking about, and I think it would be really fun to be on our campus all together and watch the sunrise from where we have all spent the last four years.”
Wolfe holds herself to high expectations as the prospective leader of her senior class, and understands her power to affect the memories each senior will leave CHS with. With this in mind, she is committed to fostering a positive and inclusive environment for her peers.
“I know everyone will look back on their senior year for the rest of their lives,” Wolfe said. “My job is to make sure everyone leaves with bittersweet memories that hold a special place in their hearts.”
