About Us
Our History
Since 1949, the Oregon Association of Student Councils has supported thousands of student leaders. Founded with the purpose of developing leadership, OASC helps students improve their own lives while learning to lead others through service, involvement, and action.
OASC is dedicated to empowering the next generation of leaders through mentorship, community service, and leadership development programs. Our mission is to cultivate the skills, character, and confidence students need to become impactful leaders in their schools, communities, and beyond.
Through culturally responsive and in-the-moment programming, OASC emphasizes ownership, growth mindset, equity and inclusion as core values (not peripheral footnotes), and the belief that leadership is for everyone.
Governance
A 21 member board governs the Oregon Association of Student Councils (OASC). Ten of the board members are secondary school teachers/advisors, administrators and/or alumni who are involved in activities. The Student Executive Council (SEC) comprises the other eleven board members: one State President, two At-Large Representatives, seven Regional Representatives and one appointed mid-level representatives. Our constitution was ratified in 1949 and last updated in January 2023.
Adult Executive Board
Keelie Daquilanto
Alumni - Board Chair
Jordan Sollman
Metro West Representative
Krista Duffy
At-Large Representative
Leigh Church
Alumni Representative
Liberty Pertiwi
Alumni Representative
Alexandra Browne
Midwest Representative
Dave Rohrman
Eastern Representative
Nic Kemper
Southern Representative
Kelsey Bowers
At-Large Representative
Mark Brown
Northwest Representative
Student Executive Council
Emma Garcia
President
Taylor Goodart
At-Large Representative
Mikenna Fuentes
At-Large Representative
Annika Stimac
Central Representative
Nakota Root
Southern Representative
Evelyn Baatarsuren
Mid-Level Representative
Olivia-Kate Davis
Midwest Representative
Violette Nelson
Northwest Representative
Adelin Laack
Metro West Representative
Dorian Sirkin
Metro East Representative
Gloria Serrano
Eastern Representative
Executive Director, Cameron Broome
Broome is an esteemed educator dedicated to fostering excellence in leadership and business education in Oregon. As an educator and working professional, he has developed many tools over his career that have proven to be instrumental in how he shapes the young minds of student leaders. Broome’s commitment to student leadership extends beyond the classroom. He has been a pivotal figure in the Oregon Association of Student Councils (OASC) for 15 years, contributing in various capacities that highlight his dedication to youth development. His intimate knowledge of the organization’s programs, vision and mission, and partnerships make him an an invaluable asset to OASC.
Equity and Inclusion
In the summer of 2020, OASC convened a committee led by advisors, students, and alumni of color charged with advising the labor of the Executive Director and Board in making this association more equitable and inclusive. They have since crafted an action plan for our organization with short-term and long-term recommended strategies and action steps to address areas within OASC identified as needing improvement — with the agency to address any other areas the committee determines. OASC staff and board will support and empower this committee.
The ongoing goals of the Equity & Inclusion Committee are to:
expand diversity, equity, and inclusion, and anti-racism trainings and programming at OASC conferences, workshops and camps;
advocate for OASC curriculum, programming and policies to be culturally informed by the BIPOC experience;
ensure equitable access to programming and events for students or advisors of color and other underrepresented groups;
help OASC support school districts in improving the racial diversity among Oregon educators, leadership advisors, and leadership within the education system, and; advise OASC in diversifying their leadership to have voices at the table more representative of the lived experiences of Oregon students, educators, and communities as a whole.
Committee Members: Kelsey Bowers (Facilitator), Cameron Broome (Ex-Officio), Keelie Daquilanto (Board Chair) Miles Palacios (Alumni), Emma Dozier (Alumni), Ali Herrera (Alumni), Jessica Shanyfelt (Educator), Ji Reichle (Alumni), Kennedy Phillips (Student), Raymond Seng (SEC), Brittany Cornett (Alumni)
Member Regions
Metro-West Region: Multnomah County (West of the Willamette River), Clackamas County (West of the Willamette River), Washington County
Metro-East Region: Multnomah County (East of the Willamette River), Clackamas County (East of the Willamette River)
Northwest Region: Clatsop County, Columbia County, Tillamook County, Yamhill County
Eastern Region: Baker County, Gilliam County, Grant County, Harney County, Malheur County, Morrow County, Umatilla County, Wallowa County, Wheeler County, Union County
Southern Region: Coos County, Curry County, Douglas County, Jackson County, Josephine County, Klamath County, Lake County
Midwest Region: Benton County, Lane County, Linn County, Marion County, Lincoln County, Polk County
Central Region: Crook County, Deschutes County, Hood River County, Jefferson County, Sherman County, Wasco County
Become an OASC Member School
Since 1949 the Oregon Association of Student Councils has helped thousands of student leaders. Founded with the purpose of leadership development, OASC helps students to improve their lives while learning to lead others through service, involvement, and action. Your membership fee of $150 for MS and $225 for HS a year includes:
Awards & Recognition - Student Council Recognition Program (MS & HS) and Advisor of the Year Awards (MS & HS).
Professional Development - Earn PDUs through OASC conferences, events, and trainings, as well as access to opportunities offered by partner, state, and national organizations.
Reduced Rates - Discounted registration for all OASC events.
Student Programs - Summer Leadership Camp and year-round conferences and events for MS & HS students.
Advisor Network – Access to a statewide community of advisors to exchange resources, share best practices, problem-solve challenges, and collaborate with peers year-round.
OASC Alumni
We are profoundly grateful for our alumni, whose dedication and generosity year after year make an immeasurable impact. Their dedication and contributions are the foundation of our success. Without them, much of what we accomplish simply wouldn’t be possible. If you’re an alumnus interested in giving back and staying connected, we invite you to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to stay informed about upcoming opportunities, events, and ways to get involved or fill out the interest form below. Your support helps inspire and empower the next generation of leaders!
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COSA | OASC
OASC operates as an affiliate program of the Coalition of Oregon School Administrators (COSA).
The COSA Foundation serves as the fiscal sponsor for the Oregon Association of Student Councils (Friends of OASC), providing essential support to help advance our mission and programs.