Events & Conferences



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2025–2026 Calendar

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Announcements

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Ongoing Events:
These forums meet monthly and welcome any student interested in participating. An initial registration is required to receive login credentials for the virtual meetings.

• Divisional Forums: Divisional Forums are virtual meetings for all middle and high school student leaders, organized by Division. They offer a place to discuss school and regional issues, share projects, hear guest speakers, and learn more about MASC.

• AIMS: Action in Middle School (AIMS) – Connect and Lead!
Middle school leaders are invited to join AIMS virtual meetings to discuss issues, share projects, hear guest speakers, and learn more about MASC. Get involved, connect with peers, and grow your leadership skills!

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Upcoming events

Event

Location

Registration Period

Membership

MASC MEMBERSHIP OPEN

 Online application completed by the school advisor or administrator CLOSES JANUARY 1, 2026
December 8, 2025 MASC Committee Applications
Monthly virtual meetings. Students may join one committee. AIMS & Divisional Forums remain open to all.		 MASC Committee Applications
Monthly virtual meetings. Students may join one committee. AIMS & Divisional Forums remain open to all.		 Applications Close: 5:00 p.m., 12/8/2025
Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025 @ 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM

 

MASC Youth in Advocacy Webinar

This webinar brings together young leaders and advocates to highlight the power of student voice in creating meaningful change. Through an engaging panel discussion and an overview of advocacy opportunities, participants will learn from Maryland students and advocates who have made an impact in their communities and beyond. The session will equip students with practical strategies to elevate their advocacy and recognize their potential as changemakers.

 Online (virtual webinar) Register

Registration closes 5:00 p.m., December 9th
Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025

Executive Board Meeting

Appointed staff, regional leaders, and interested students welcome. Business includes proposed election rules (SMOB & MASC), standing rules for Legislative Session/Convention, and bid presentations for 2026–2027 events.

 Long Reach High School (Howard County) Registration closes 5:00 p.m., Dec. 10
Register / Attend Virtually
Thursday, Dec. 16, 2025 @ 6:30 PM – 7:00 PM

 

MASC Advisor Webinar

MASC is calling all advisors to join us for our first Fireside Chat! School Improvement is at the core of Community Schools Initiatives, Title I Programs, and more. This webinar will shine a light on best practices for student council advisors to support school improvement through engaging our student leaders. Advisors will be able to share ideas on how students are currently involved in these efforts at their schools and learn new strategies!

 Online (virtual webinar) Register

Registration closes at 5:00 p.m., December 15, 2025
Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 @ 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

 

MASC Winter Wellness Webinar

Feeling the winter blues? You’re not alone! Join MASC’s Winter Wellness Webinar to learn simple, practical ways to stay mentally and physically healthy during the colder months. MASC’s Wellness Department will share tips for managing seasonal stress, staying safe during flu season, and keeping your energy up all winter long. RSVP with the link today and start your journey toward a healthier winter!

 Online (virtual webinar) Register

Registration closes 5:00 p.m., December 15, 2025
March 18–20, 2026

 

MASC Convention

Member Schools Only — one of the biggest student leadership events of the year

 Details Early-bird registration Dec. 1 – January 9

Regular Registration January 10 – February 6
January 24, 2026

MASC Legislative Session

Member Schools Only — be a part of selecting the next student member on the State Board of Education and taking stances on youth-related bills in the MD General Assembly….and more

 Details Registration December 10 – January 7

MASC Awards & Recognitions

All Deadlines 5:00 p.m., February 16

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.

Award Details

Other Opportunities

Date and/or Deadline Event Link to More Information

Yearly On-Going Opportunities

Ongoing Opportunities Event Link
Yearly

MASSP
 MASSP Membership https://mdmassp.org/
Yearly

MCSS SAS
 MCSS Students Advocating for Safety (SAS) schoolsafety.maryland.gov

#ICANHELP
 Students4Good Webinars (#ICANHELP / Digital4Good) icanhelp.net/events
MASC EXPECTS ALL STUDENTS AND ADVISORS ATTENDING ANY MASC EVENT TO FOLLOW THE MASC CODE OF ETHICS:
As leaders, we must remain mindful of our actions and the impact they have on others. True leadership requires a strong sense of responsibility—to ourselves, to the organizations we serve, and to the people around us.
As leaders and advisors, we will:

* Serve as role models.
* Be inclusive of all students.
* Maintain respect towards others.
* Encourage others to reach their full potential.
* Fulfill our roles responsibly and ethically.
* Abide by all rules and maintain MASC’s integrity.
MASC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or genetic information in its programs and activities and provides equal access and a welcoming environment to all groups.