The Student Council convened for its last meeting before Winter Break on Thursday, December 7th to discuss several issues that have been raised over the past few weeks.

The proposal to extend internet availability was once again brought up to Mr. Ford, the argument being that juniors receive more work than sophomores, therefore requiring more use of internet resources. This idea was, once again, turned down.

Another proposal that all clocks on campus be set to the exact same time was denied. Within another few days, the clocks would be off again, came the response, and other substitute ideas such as replacing all clocks on campus with satellite clocks or wiring them all together would be too expensive.

There were also some student related topics on the agenda that were brought to the Council’s attention. As Choate prepares to participate in the Green Cup, the school will need to make a pep rally video. The Council suggested some student names that they felt would give an enthusiastic, respectable representation of our school. Also, a Green Cup picture logo representation may be designed by a student. The council brainstormed some artistic ideas for the logo. The Council also discussed the need to revise the Mission Statement and draft an Environmental Mission Statement in preparation for the Green Cup.

The idea of suggestion boxes for the Student Council was also raised because some students might find this method of contributing their ideas easier than email. The question of where to put the box was debated. Though the Dining Hall was initially suggested, it was mentioned that Deans Row might be a more convenient place. Additionally, the fairness of the work crew system was debated with consideration to a student’s form and number of classes.

Lastly, the magnitude of punishment relating to day student restriction was addressed. Though some thought it was too harsh, it was suggested that without these restrictions day students would not feel as much of the punishment as boarders. The council will speak to Mr. Ford regarding these “higher authority” issues.