Elevating Student Voices: Student Leadership Council Gathers to Shape CPS Culture and Standards

With fresh ideas and bold perspectives, student leaders from across Cincinnati Public Schools are uniting to shape District culture and priorities for the school year. The Cincinnati Public Schools Student Leadership Council (SLC), composed of two students representing each CPS high school, meets three times a year with Superintendent Shauna Murphy to elevate student voices across the District. 

During the gathering, student leaders engage in meaningful discussions about the challenges and opportunities facing their peers, moderated by Local 12 anchor Kyle Inskeep. The council works collaboratively to share ideas, identify priorities and strengthen their understanding of the issues that matter most to students. 

“The Student Leadership Council is an amazing experience. We are able to talk to many people at CPS to help shape and improve our school. On top of that you meet some amazing people at all the different high schools,” Hughes STEM High School junior Juel Robinson said. 

“Student leadership is an essential part of how we grow as a District,” said CPS Superintendent Shauna Murphy. “When we listen to our students, we ensure that their voices help shape the future of education in Cincinnati Public Schools.”

SLC plays an important role in representing the diverse perspectives of CPS students and ensuring that District decisions reflect their experiences. By amplifying student input, CPS continues its commitment to celebrating every student’s gifts, strengths and talents creating an inclusive environment where all students can thrive. 

“Overall it’s an amazing experience where we as students can help shape and improve CPS as a whole. We know our voice matters and the Student Leadership Council helps us use it,” Robinson said.