Student brings voice of his peers to Port Jefferson School Board
Earl L. Vandermeulen High School senior Max Okst serves as a voice of
his peers as a student representative to the seven-member Port Jefferson
School District Board of Education.
Okst, who was elected to the position by his classmates at the end of
the last school year, reports on student activities and upcoming events
at the Board’s monthly meetings.
With an interest in pursuing a college degree in theater design and
technology and his involvement in the drama club throughout his
educational career, Okst is motivated by his growing awareness of the
importance of communication skills in his role.
“Being involved in theater for the past four years and now having this
responsibility have both definitely increased my leadership skills,”
said Okst. “It’s also important for students to understand the role of
our Board of Education and I like being that connection.”
In addition to serving as a nonvoting Board of Education representative
and being a successful, well-rounded student, Okst is a member of the
district’s Sources of Strength program and is a shot put and discus
thrower for the varsity track team.