STEPS TO RUN
So , you ’ ve decided to run for office ( unless you haven ’ t , in which case you really should )! Here ’ s what you need to do before the NJCL Convention to get yourself ready .
1 . BE ELIGIBLE .
There are a few requirements you need to meet to run for office . The NJCL Constitution says it best , so I ' ll let Article V , Section II take it away :
Nominees and candidates for office shall meet the following qualifications and , if elected or appointed , maintain these qualifications throughout their term of office :
A . shall have the permission of their custodial parent or legal guardian , local sponsor , and State Chair ( s ), as well as any other requirements defined by their State . B . shall be from a State JCL that did not hold the position in the previous year . C . shall have attended at least one previous NJCL convention . D . shall attend middle or high school ( or equivalent ) for the duration of the term . E . shall be enrolled in a classical / ancient studies , Greek , or Latin class at least half of the year during which the student ’ s office is held , or have completed all classical / ancient studies , Greek , or Latin classes offered at the student ’ s school . F . shall be the only candidate for any office from that student ’ s State ( the student belongs to the State of their local chapter , regardless of residence ). G . shall be a member of a chapter and a State in good standing .
2 . PICK AN OFFICE .
There are 7 offices to choose from : President , 1st Vice President , 2nd Vice President , Communications Coordinator , Parliamentarian , Historian , and Editor . Check out Advice from the NJCL Officers or Article III of the NJCL Bylaws for more info on what each officer does .