Various positions within Aliso Niguel High School’s Associated Student Body are to be assigned for the 2025-2026 school year. During March 3-6 elections are taking place as candidates go around the school with the intent of gaining the votes of their peers.
The title of ASB President is going to be claimed by one of the following candidates: Rijul Kashyap (11), Dilan Akdeniz (11) or Kolbie Maranowski (11). They are all qualified candidates who have preached their goal to keep representing Aliso in the best way possible and make next school year the best it can be in favor of the students.
Current ASB President Drake Smith (12) emphasizes, “This year’s goal and vision of my team was to jumpstart our school’s spirit to give a stronger sense of community. I truly hope the incoming leadership team can take the torch and continue what we’ve started. The President is entirely responsible for the direction ASB goes in, and what ASB focuses on.”
Running for ASB Vice President is Wyatt Dalby (11) and Rachael Ryan (11). Dalby has voiced that he values student feedback and suggestions, encouraging his peers that he will make an effort to interact with students. Ryan has expressed that she resonates with students and understands their needs which she believes is what makes her a good candidate.
Next year’s Senior Class President will be chosen out of the two candidates, Camryn Reese (11) and Baran Fazl (11). Running for Senior Vice President are candidates John D’Amelio and Scarlette Niu (11). All candidates have mutually expressed that it is important to make Senior year memorable for the Class of 2026, sharing that it is their top priority.
The position of Junior Class President is to be claimed by candidate Claire Bierman (10) as no one else is in the running. The Junior Class Vice President is going to be Taleiya Gordon (10) for the same reason, there are no other candidates. Despite there being no competition, these candidates are qualified and have exemplified dedication to Aliso’s ASB.
Candidates Nadia Bonfanti (9) and Amy Miller (9) are competing against each other for the title of Sophomore Class President. Each has shared that if given the position, they intend to listen to the students of their class and help to make the year great.
Smith reinforces to students that “Participating in voting is crucial to developing next year’s campus culture. It’s important to make your voice heard, and vote for the best candidate.”
According to Smith, all candidates must meet basic qualifications such as GPA requirements and satisfactory citizenship grades. Subsequent to voting, the student body makes the final decision on who to elect into each position through a popular vote.
In an effort to gain the votes of fellow students, candidates are hanging posters and signs around Aliso’s campus, as well as passing out candy and stickers in exchange for votes, further encouraging students to participate in the election. The ballots are digital, distributed through links and QR codes and are filled out by students on the 5-Star website.
