Help with Student Council Slogan

[PrincessKsMom]

I came up with DD's slogan when she ran for Student Council. We used the Dos Equis campaign:

Put her picture in the middle and it said "I don't always run for Student Council, but when I do I run for Recording Secretary." And then her name under it.

StuCo adviser approved it and she ran on it. Lots of people thought it was cute. BTW, she didn't win but that's not the point.

So kill me for "doing" something for my daughter when she was quite capable enough to handle it herself. She told me she was thinking of running, I came up with the slogan and she said that was great. Thanks for helping. It really is scary how everyone is so afraid of being seen as enabling that they bash everyone else who helps their kids. Whatever, I'm really kind of done with the whole "holier than thou" attitude on the DIS lately.

Carry on with the judging.

And BTW, professional politicians have campaign managers and people who run their campaigns for them. So why is it so bad for a high school kid to ask for a little help?

 

[Poohforyou]

I came up with DD's slogan when she ran for Student Council. We used the Dos Equis campaign:

Put her picture in the middle and it said "I don't always run for Student Council, but when I do I run for Recording Secretary." And then her name under it.

StuCo adviser approved it and she ran on it. Lots of people thought it was cute. BTW, she didn't win but that's not the point.

So kill me for "doing" something for my daughter when she was quite capable enough to handle it herself. She told me she was thinking of running, I came up with the slogan and she said that was great. Thanks for helping. It really is scary how everyone is so afraid of being seen as enabling that they bash everyone else who helps their kids. Whatever, I'm really kind of done with the whole "holier than thou" attitude on the DIS lately.

Carry on with the judging.

And BTW, professional politicians have campaign managers and people who run their campaigns for them. So why is it so bad for a high school kid to ask for a little help?

Say this with me, "helping someone when he/she asks for it is not the same as doing it all for him/her". The op making statements like "my son is running for office and I need help with a slogan" and "last year WE used duck dynasty as a theme" led many including me to believe that more than just a little guidance and direction was going on.

I help my dd14 all the time with all kinds of things but I don't do her work for her.

And comparing a parent running their kid's campaign to the job of a campaign manager is humorous.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

Say this with me, "helping someone when he/she asks for it is not the same as doing it all for him/her". The op making statements like "my son is running for office and I need help with a slogan" and "last year WE used duck dynasty as a theme" led many including me to believe that more than just a little guidance and direction was going on.

I help my dd14 all the time with all kinds of things but I don't do her work for her.

And comparing a parent running their kid's campaign to the job of a campaign manager is humorous.

What I find humorous is the attitude that this person is getting. It's not like she said he's 16 and she's still wiping his behind for him or brushing his teeth for him. Has it really become such a horrible thing to help our kids and be a little more involved? I would have killed to have my mother more involved in my life when I was growing up. Due to circumstances, I was basically raising myself at times and let me tell you, it was not fun. And while I am probably a more self-sufficient and self-reliant person than perhaps my daughter, she will become that person. I allowed her to have a childhood and to know that I would always find time and be involved because I cared and made choices that made it possible. This whole tough love attitude may just come back to bite some people, just like the coddling/helicoptering will too. I know my mom did the best she could but I swore I would find a way to be a more involved parent for my daughter and I don't think I should have to be judged on the DIS or anywhere else for having done so. And you are all judging the OP by a simple question she asked. Hope everyone is feeling superior.

 

[Poohforyou]

What I find humorous is the attitude that this person is getting. It's not like she said he's 16 and she's still wiping his behind for him or brushing his teeth for him. Has it really become such a horrible thing to help our kids and be a little more involved? I would have killed to have my mother more involved in my life when I was growing up. Due to circumstances, I was basically raising myself at times and let me tell you, it was not fun. And while I am probably a more self-sufficient and self-reliant person than perhaps my daughter, she will become that person. I allowed her to have a childhood and to know that I would always find time and be involved because I cared and made choices that made it possible. This whole tough love attitude may just come back to bite some people, just like the coddling/helicoptering will too. I know my mom did the best she could but I swore I would find a way to be a more involved parent for my daughter and I don't think I should have to be judged on the DIS or anywhere else for having done so. And you are all judging the OP by a simple question she asked. Hope everyone is feeling superior.

You obviously either didn't read my post or worse didn't comprehend it. Helping = good, doing it for the kid = attachment parenting

 

[PrincessKsMom]

You obviously either didn't read my post or worse didn't comprehend it. Helping = good, doing it for the kid = attachment parenting

I understood exactly what you said. And I also understood your implied attitude that you are somehow a better parent because you take a hands off approach. And your use of "attachment parenting" as a negative just reinforces my original understanding. And here's the bigger question - what do you care? What places you in a position to judge others' parenting styles and decide what is the "right" way and what is the "wrong" way? Everyone is making this out to be some huge thing that it's really not. Not everything has to be the ultimate, life or death decision. It's a poster for Student Council.

 

[Janepod]

I understood exactly what you said. And I also understood your implied attitude that you are somehow a better parent because you take a hands off approach. And your use of "attachment parenting" as a negative just reinforces my original understanding. And here's the bigger question - what do you care? What places you in a position to judge others' parenting styles and decide what is the "right" way and what is the "wrong" way? Everyone is making this out to be some huge thing that it's really not. Not everything has to be the ultimate, life or death decision. It's a poster for Student Council.

Exactly. Not some huge thing. Something a teenager should be able to handle alone.

 

[mrzrich]

A list of 74 student council campaign slogans to use for every type of environment. These fun and playful slogans will increase your chances of becoming memorable while gaining support.

(Name) The Best, Forget the Rest.
(Name), one name, one legend.
(Name): Because you’re worth it.
(Name) is the right choice, go ahead, raise your voice!
(Name) is the best, forget with the rest.
2,4,6,8 who do we designate?
2-4-6-8 vote for (Name) don’t hesitate.
A Vote for Me is a Vote for You, Vote (Name) to Represent You!
A vote works wonders. Vote for (Name).
Bank on me. Will treasure your vote.
Be a pal, vote for this gal .
Cast your ballot, have you heard? (Name) for student council secretary, spread the word!
Cast your ballot, have you heard? (Name) for student president, spread the word!
Chews (Name) for student council president! (Put gum packages and bubbles on your poster)
Coming Soon to a class room near you.
Count on someone who can count, (Name) for treasurer.
Don’t be a loser, be a chooser.
Don’t Be Hesitant. Vote (Name) For President.
Don’t be shy, Give (Name) a try.
Don’t gloat, put in your vote. Vote for (Name)!
Don’t throw your vote away, vote for (Name) today!
Don’t vote for them they don’t know what to do. Vote for me and I’ll MAKE YOUR DREAMS COME TRUE.
Everyone says, (Name) for Prez.
Feel like you should have a say? Vote (Name) today!
For Success Choose The Best.
Free Drinks on me. (Hang over water fountain)
Get fresh ideas from a freshman: (Name).
Go the extra mile vote (Name) for (Position) and I guarantee he`ll/she`ll make you smile.
Got (Name)?
Got (Name)? She does a student body good.
I am nobody.. nobody id perfect.. therefore i am perfect.. vote for (Name).
I don’t just speak the change I make the change.
I know I am a rookie but I am one smart cookie!
I may be small, but I’ve got it all. I’ll fight without rest, put me to the test. Vote for (Name).
I’m small like a mouse, but I’m a power house!
I’m very clever, but not scary. Vote for me for secretary!
If voting for me is Wrong, then you don’t want to be Right!
If you vote for me them you will see what a great Representative I’ll be!
If you want a secretary that is the best, vote for (Name) to sort out the mess
If you want the best, you gotta vote for the best -I’m (Name) and I approve this message.
I’m kind and fair so vote for me and I will care!
Like a good neighbor (Name) is there.
Making the world a better place since _____.
My name is (Name) and I’m here to serve you. Vote for me and I won’t desert you.
Never fear (Name) is here!!
No need to sweat, Vote for someone you won’t regret, vote (Name).
Popularity or brains… it’s a no-brainer… Vote (Name).
Putting a plan in action to assure your satisfaction.
Show me the Money! (Name) for treasurer.
Some decisions in life are just that easy. (Name) for Vice Prez.
Students Need Their Own Voice. So Make The Right Choice.
Take a stand! The results will be grand!
The girl with the SMILE will go the extra MILE!
The write choice for secretary!
Today, the school, tomorrow – the world. Vote for (Name).
Two, four, six, eight! Vote for (Name), don’t be late.
Victoria’s real secret: she votes for (Name).
Vote 4 (Name). I promise I’ll do my best I’ll never stop to take a rest.
Vote for (Name), he’s the man, if he can’t do it no one can!
Vote for (Name), he’s the one, give him your votes, he’ll get things done.
Vote for (Name), the man with the plan.
Vote For (Name) – Common Sense For An Uncommon Time!
Vote for me, (Name) and you”ll go WEE!
Vote for me, a busy bee!
Vote for (Opposing Name) (this is crossed out, but still readable) Vote for (Name).
Vote for the best so you won’t be stressed.
vote for (Name) shes a smart cookie.
Want life to go your way? Vote (Name) today!
We like (Name) yes we do! we’ll vote for her and so should you!
When put to the test, I will be the best.
YOU WANT SOMETHING DONE, (Name) IS THE ONE!!!
You’ve seen the best now choose the best, vote for (Name).
Your Education, Your Life, Your School, Our Time Is Now.
YOUR voice. YOUR choice. Vote (Name) today.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

Exactly. Not some huge thing. Something a teenager should be able to handle alone.

Or a parent should be able to offer an opinion on without being judged by others.

 

[soccerdad72]

 

[Janepod]

Or a parent should be able to offer an opinion on without being judged by others.

Boy, did you ever pick the wrong board for that!

 

[shell8558]

Thank you to those that were helpful and non judgmental . I will pass along the suggestions to my son and I will continue to help when he asks for it. Apparently I am doing something right he is top of his class with a 4.0 and 28 on ACT at the age of 14.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

Boy, did you ever pick the wrong board for that!

And that makes it better? Maybe if people tried to be a little kinder to each other and a little less judgmental it wouldn't be the way it is. Would it be so hard to be a little more supportive of each other as parents? Not everyone has the same experiences to draw on. It's become all about tearing each other down. And it's sad.

 

[cabanafrau]

Or a parent should be able to offer an opinion on without being judged by others.

An opinion wasn't what was asked for, by OP or her son. An idea was asked for. For the current school year OP went a lot further than helping her son come up with an idea for a poster.

I still think at this age this is something left to the high schooler and his or her buddies to come up with. Tar me with the holier than thou and the slacker, uninvolved parent brush. Apparently I've earned it. To think I let my HS sophomore come up with potential tshirt designs for her science olympiad team without me just last month. I bet she's got plans to take off for college in two years and ditch me like her sister did.

 

[JanaDee]

Thank you to those that were helpful and non judgmental . I will pass along the suggestions to my son and I will continue to help when he asks for it. Apparently I am doing something right he is top of his class with a 4.0 and 28 on ACT at the age of 14.

LOL Of course he is.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

LOL Of course he is.

Again with the nasty, rude behavior. Guess what? My daughter also has a 4.0 GPA, as of the end of junior year #27 out of a class of 627 and takes honors and AP courses. Didn't do quite as well on the SAT though. Don't believe me? Do a search that the DIS is so famous for. You will see I posted those stats months ago.

 

[Janepod]

Again with the nasty, rude behavior. Guess what? My daughter also has a 4.0 GPA, as of the end of junior year #27 out of a class of 627 and takes honors and AP courses. Didn't do quite as well on the SAT though. Don't believe me? Do a search that the DIS is so famous for. You will see I posted those stats months ago.

I believe that's the point -- easy to have a 4.0 when the parent is doing a large part of the work.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

An opinion wasn't what was asked for, by OP or her son. An idea was asked for. For the current school year OP went a lot further than helping her son come up with an idea for a poster.

I still think at this age this is something left to the high schooler and his or her buddies to come up with. Tar me with the holier than thou and the slacker, uninvolved parent brush. Apparently I've earned it. To think I let my HS sophomore come up with potential tshirt designs for her science olympiad team without me just last month. I bet she's got plans to take off for college in two years and ditch me like her sister did.

And of course only those who can come up with their own tshirt design are cut out for college. The rest of them will be home picking up garbage from outside your house and slinging burgers for your lunch.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

I believe that's the point -- easy to have a 4.0 when the parent is doing a large part of the work.

OMG how could I be so stupid? Of course that's it! The parents are obviously going to school and taking all the children's tests too and giving presentations and participating class. Forgive me for not catching that! I am truly humbled by your obviously superior intellect and parenting skills. I'll be sure to tell my daughter there's no need for college because she is truly doomed by the mother who raised her.

 

[PrincessKsMom]

BTW, for those lurking, I'd just like to say "Yes my kid is that fabulous" Carry on to all those who are hiding behind their screens.

 

[JanaDee]

Again with the nasty, rude behavior. Guess what? My daughter also has a 4.0 GPA, as of the end of junior year #27 out of a class of 627 and takes honors and AP courses. Didn't do quite as well on the SAT though. Don't believe me? Do a search that the DIS is so famous for. You will see I posted those stats months ago.

Guess what? I have TWO of those oh-so-rare-on-the-Dis perfectly average, normal kids that don't get perfect grades. Contrary to popular belief here, those kids really do exist.