Erik Rauterkus is running for Student Council President. He promises to be a strong listener who will absorb students' ideas and work to implement them. As a 6th grader, he does not yet know the school as well as upperclassmen, so he will be very open to new suggestions. Erik acknowledges that as President, the decisions he makes will affect students for the next three years. Though he cannot promise to add a lot more activities due to budget constraints, Erik pledges to put forth his best effort to help the school and make this year the best imaginable for students. He asks for students' votes so he can serve as their President.