2025-2026 National Student Council

David Arowolo

President

David is a sophomore at Eastern Technical High School in Baltimore, MD. His leadership journey began in fifth grade when he ran for his school’s student council.

During the dark time of the pandemic, he was able to find light in learning. He learned so much about society and our interconnectedness, the value of empathy, and the importance of activism in a community. These experiences shaped his knowledge and passion for leadership. Leadership to him has always been about empowering others and paving the way for meaningful change. From serving as an ambassador of NASC, treasurer of the Maryland Association of Student Councils (MASC), and working as a youth council member of UNICEF USA, his leadership journey has been dedicated to amplifying student voices and ensuring young leaders have the tools to make an impact.

His vision for NASC is bold. His plan includes expanding leadership resources by developing and distributing five new toolkits, presentation templates, and guides to support student councils nationwide. To increase student engagement, his plan includes hosting at least three virtual town halls, ensuring student voices are heard, and working with NASC leadership to create a student council advocacy guide, helping councils secure funding and representation.

He believes that together, we’ll empower leaders, amplify voices, and expand opportunities. He hopes to take NASC to the next level because if not us, who?

Audrey Schroeder

Secretary

Audrey is a junior at Pennsylvania Leadership Charter School in West Chester, PA. When she was younger, she was diagnosed with several medical conditions. Due to these conditions and her introverted nature, she was often in the background. Her parents encouraged her to join the swim team as a way to build up her lung strength and make friends. In an interesting turn of events, she became a good enough swimmer to the point that people would look at her and think: leader. It felt liberating to go from someone weak to someone strong and so began her leadership journey.

She’s become an advocate for kids who have health issues like her. She has helped to organize bake sales, garage sales, and increase participation in 5K’s to raise awareness and money for cystic fibrosis research. She’s also become a leader in the pool. She’s a cornerstone member of her club team, and the captain of her high school varsity team.

She joined Pennsylvania State Senator Katie Muth’s youth advisory council to learn more about public policy and how the government shapes what we as citizens can do. Outside of helping those who struggle with health issues, she’s learned to be a strong leader from her positions as secretary of her school’s student council and as a district representative for Students for Education in Pennsylvania. She’s excited to serve on the National Student Council.

Jake Munzaa

Vice President of Advocacy

Jake is a junior at Vista Murrieta High School in Murrieta, CA. Over the years, he’s been involved in leadership positions like vice president for the Council of African American Parents’ Junior/Senior Workshop and co-commissioner for the Riverside County Youth Advisory Council. Through organizing events like college tours, food pantry drives, and college prep webinars, he’s learned how important it is to create spaces where all voices are heard and valued.

Additionally, being a part of ASB and Link Crew has also given him the chance to work closely with diverse groups of students, planning events and supporting his community. These experiences have fueled his passion for advocacy and shown him how much we can accomplish when we work together.

Chris Tao

Vice President of Communications

Chris is a sophomore at Lincoln High School in Sioux Falls, SD. Living in a rural state, he’s witnessed how limited infrastructure creates barriers between students and opportunities. The problem isn’t a lack of opportunities; it’s the missing foundation for connecting students to them.

As his school’s student council publicist, he has transformed this challenge into impact. By redesigning their communication strategy through engaging graphics, videos, and targeted outreach, his council has achieved record-high attendance at school events and unprecedented student involvement in community initiatives. More importantly, they have broken down the stigma that often prevents students from stepping into leadership roles in smaller communities.

This success drove him to expand his impact through Encore Music, a high school music initiative that connects high school musicians with middle school students for free private lessons. Through strategic communication and outreach across multiple school districts, they’ve grown from a small volunteer group to more than 30 student mentors serving more than 50 developing musicians, demonstrating how effective communication can expand access to opportunities.

He envisions a National Student Council that bridges gaps through innovative communication strategies, ensuring every student, regardless of location or resources, can access the opportunities they deserve. By leveraging his experience in breaking down communication barriers and his perspective from an underrepresented state, he will build a more connected and accessible future for student leadership nationwide.

Molly Kaldahl

Vice President of Leadership Development

Molly is a junior at Millard South High School in Omaha, NE. Her leadership journey started with the small things: helping classmates, playing with new kids, and eventually using her voice to make a difference in her community. As a freshman on student council, she stood out not for being the loudest but for her drive, commitment, and ability to connect with others. With encouragement and her desire to do more, she joined the Nebraska Association of Student Councils. She’s had the honor of serving as vice president and now as state president advocating for and leading change.

In this role, she’s organized statewide service projects to benefit the foster care community, collaborated with member councils, increased membership, and worked with students to create their leadership toolboxes. She’s learned that leadership isn’t about being the loudest or most outgoing; it’s about helping others find their strengths and empowering them to make a difference.

As vice president of leadership development, she will create accessible digital resources. Interactive activity videos and downloadable guides can help councils across the country build confident leaders. Her experience as vice president of her school council has deepened her passion for leadership development. She’s participated in camps, designed activities, and hosted one-on-one evaluations to help fellow members grow, learning that there is a leader in everyone.

She believes that together, we can ensure every student council member has the confidence to inspire positive change.

Mardi Roques

Vice President of Membership

Mardi is a junior at St. John’s High School in San Juan, Puerto Rico. As a competitive tennis player, she has the privilege of representing Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, an experience that has taught her the importance of teamwork, dedication, and perseverance. However, her greatest passion lies in bringing people together, amplifying student voices, and creating spaces where everyone belongs.

Her student council journey began in elementary school, where she served as a fifth-grade class representative. Since then, she’s had the privilege of stepping up in different roles, including elementary school president, eighth grade vice president, president of NJHS, and secretary general of the Model Organization of American States (2025), where she will lead students from across the Americas in meaningful discussions on policy and diplomacy. She’s also served as member at large and secretary for her school’s executive board, positions that have strengthened her ability to engage students, encourage participation, and foster an inclusive community.

She believes every student deserves to feel seen, heard, and empowered. This role is all about expanding NASC’s reach and impact, and she will work to increase membership, boost engagement, and ensure that all students, regardless of background, can be part of this incredible association.

Shenaya Verma

Vice President of Service

Shenaya is a junior at North Reading High School in North Reading, MA. Entering high school was terrifying for her. She was always the type of person who never felt comfortable stepping out of their little bubble. But there was just something about student council that immediately clicked with her, and suddenly she was volunteering every chance she got. Without even realizing it, she slowly began stepping out of her bubble.

From planning her Homecoming to helping raise more than $16,000 for her school’s Polar Plunge, she finally pinpointed what drew her in. It wasn’t just the work itself, it was doing it alongside her peers. Being part of a team made her feel like she was valued and part of something bigger. With each event she worked on, her confidence in herself and her work grew, and she began to notice the sense of community and real change she was creating for others. Through her unwavering commitment and dedication, she was honored to win a Massachusetts Association of Student Councils (MASC) award at her state conference, marking the moment she truly realized just how much she had changed, and the impact she’d made.

Then, after being elected historian and power block administrator, the confidence and leadership skills she had gained encouraged her to take on even bigger challenges, which led her to develop The Sunshine Project, an organization dedicated to aiding underprivileged children nationwide.

She is excited to give back to the organization that transformed her life. She will ensure that every student, whether they enter high school confidently or are starting out shy, finds the same community, opportunities, and belonging that she has.

Emalyn Klosterman

Junior Vice President of Communications

Emalyn is a seventh grader at Mexia Junior High School in Mexia, TX. Her leadership journey began at age 11 on her softball team. During the season, she noticed her team wasn’t performing at its best, and she realized that communication and teamwork were areas where they needed to improve. To address this, she took the initiative to organize team-building events and create opportunities for the team to bond and communicate more effectively.

Beyond sports, she’s actively involved in her church, where she volunteers to help younger members and assist in the sound booth. As a cheerleader at her school, she works to motivate and lead her peers while fostering school pride. She is also student council president.

Throughout all of these experiences, she’s always made it a priority to set a good example and create a positive environment for others. She’s eager to contribute to our nation and help bring about positive change.

Saanvi Khara

Junior Vice President of Advocacy

Saanvi is a sixth grader at St. Joseph School in Danville, PA. Leadership has always been important to her, but last summer, she got to take it to the next level at the Pennsylvania Association of Student Councils (PASC) Blue Summer Camp. It was her first time away from home—even though she was nervous, she ended up learning so much and meeting amazing people who were just as passionate about making a difference as she is.

After summer camp, she was selected to present her workshop, “Potion of Positivity,” at the PASC State Convention. The only problem? Her school wasn’t part of NASC, so she couldn’t officially attend. But that didn’t stop her! With her mom as her chaperone and support from NSC President Anjali Verma and other NSC members, she was able to present. Even though she was the youngest one there, everyone made her feel welcome and inspired her to keep going. Besides science, she loves giving back. Through Glamour Gals, she visits nursing homes to paint nails and play games with residents who don’t have any other family. For this, she earned the Intergenerational Service Award.

She brings her leadership, energy, and passion to the National Student Council. She loves inspiring others, and she believes that with the right mindset, we can all make a difference.

Weston Constantineau

Junior Vice President of Leadership Development

Weston is a seventh grader at Marvin Ridge Middle School in Waxhaw, NC. He’s the student body historian of his school’s student council. This is his second year on the council, and he has learned much from this experience. He has attended many conferences, and they have all impacted him greatly.

He has gained many skills in his leadership journey, ranging from connecting with people and building relationships to learning how to step up into a leadership role. He’s invested in leadership development and is excited to serve on the National Student Council.

Ru Challagundla

Junior Vice President of Membership

Ru is a seventh grader at Marvin Ridge Middle School in Waxhaw, NC. She’s a motivated and driven leader, who is dedicated to encouraging personal development and empowering students nationwide. Her passions include student council, community service, dance, and most of all leadership.

Although being a strong leader has always been a significant part of her life, her leadership journey truly began two years ago when she joined the student council. To her, student council is more than just a club, it’s a community. She’s also involved in her state student council association, and she’s attended district and state conferences and a summer leadership workshop. These experiences have given her valuable leadership skills, which she’s applied to improve her school.

She wants to help create a nation of empowered leaders. She’s honored to serve on the National Student Council and is excited to help NASC grow.

Rylee Wilson

Junior Vice President of Service

Rylee is a seventh grader at Mexia Junior School in Mexia, TX. She serves as vice president of her school’s student council where she assists in planning meetings, going over the agenda, and communicating between the council and school administrators. She has presented in front of her peers, staff, and community members, and she’s coordinated events to raise money for her school, student council, and volunteer organizations.

She’s passionate about helping people. This year she organized a local food drive, volunteered at a community Black History Month program, and volunteered with Special Olympics.

As part of the National Student Council, she continues to help others and bring more ideas to her small-town community. She is a quick learner, motivated, and puts everything she has into projects and takes pride in the outcome. She wants others to succeed, and this includes NSC.