Listed below are applications for or of interest to MASC. Click on the link for more information on a specific application.
Please note the MASC opportunities and other collaborative organizations, such as MASSP, National Association of Student Councils, etc.
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 MASC Awards & Recognitions
Deadline 5:00 p.m., February 16, 2026
Nominations for the Principal/Advisor of the Year go through your regional organization. The Felix Simon Award (school SGA recognition) is submitted directly to MASC. Open to MASC member schools only.
Note: Outstanding Student Leader from each region is due March 1.Click on the graphic to the left for details. |
Maryland student representative to the National Student Council.
Deadline 11:59 p.m., Thursday, July 31, 2024
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Host bids for MASC events (FLC/Convention host bids, September certification, and December meeting application).
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Staff applications for 2026-2027 will open after the March Convention.
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 Student Advocate for School Safety
Maryland Center for School Safety (MCSS)
Student advocates provide valuable insight to the Maryland Center for School Safety (MCSS) on the student perspective of school safety within their local community.
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ROLLING APPLICATIONS |
 Every public high school principal may nominate one current sophomore or junior for the position of student member on the State Board of Education.
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 MD Civic Education Coalition: The Youth Advisory Council (YAC) brings together students from across Maryland to lead, serve, and advocate for civic education and engagement.
YAC meet virtually every month and plans several in-person events each year.
Click on the graphic to sign up.
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Like many organizations, a lot of work for MASC is done through committees. This allows for wider input from students.
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 Students interested and qualified may apply for the position of president, 1st vice president, 2nd vice president, or treasurer. Click on the graphic for full details.
Opens January 12, 2026
Deadline 5:00 p.m., February 9, 2026 |
OPPORTUNITIES OUTSIDE OF MASC
CURRENTLY OPEN
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(school must have an active NatStuCo membership)
• Emerging Student Leader Program (middle school individual achievement award)
• Distinguished Student Leader Program (high school individual achievement award) |
Deadline 5:00 p.m., November 10, 2026
NASSP’s new Student Service Grant program empowers student leaders to design and lead meaningful service projects in their communities. Grants of $200–$1,000 will support youth-led initiatives that address real community needs. With $215,000 in total funding available this year, it’s a great opportunity for middle and high school students to make a lasting impact. |
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National Honor Society (NHS)
– individual qualifications
National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)
– individual qualifications |
 National Association of Student Councils (NASC) Scholarship
Opens in mid-Septmber;
deadline 3:00 p.m. December 1st –
A high school junior or senior who is a current officer of their school’s student council, which must have an active affiliation with NASC. |
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Opens early September – deadline February 13, 2026
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Two students from each state will be selected to attend this program in our Nation’s capital (all transportation, hotel, and meal expenses provided). In addition, each delegate will also be awarded a $10,000 college scholarship for undergraduate studies, with encouragement to pursue coursework in history and political science. Applications open in September and close in early-October.
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Previously the Prudential Spirit of Community Awards. This award opens in September.
This award recognizes young people, ages 14 – 18, for their inspiring commitment to change. Those selected may qualify for up to $15,000 in awards, an all-expenses-paid trip with their parent or guardian to Prudential headquarters in Newark, New Jersey, and coaching and skills development to help take their initiative to the next level.
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Check with your county Page coordinator for specific application information – Opens in September and closes in October
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Maryland Association
