The purpose of student council is to open a line of communication between the student, faculty, and administration and to promote the general welfare of the entire student body of Charleston High School.  Representatives are elected at large according to grade level and a ratio of one representative per forty class members.  Representatives are elected each fall upon return to school.  The officers are elected the previous spring. You may also walk-on to Student Council at any time.  The student council is involved in such activities as the following: Homecoming, Christmas activities, Student Council Week, students' rights and responsibilities, and many others.