Chapel Hill High School is proud to celebrate senior Ashley Clay for earning a spot on the 2025 Georgia School Boards Association Youth Advisory Council (YAC). The prestigious program provides a platform for high school students to share their voices and advocate for positive change in public education.
Organizers praised Clay’s written application and video submission for its insightfulness, passion, and work ethic—qualities the council specifically sought during the selection process.
Dr. Melisha Plummer, Principal of Chapel Hill High School, expressed pride for Clay’s special recognition.
"We are so overwhelmingly proud of Ashley for this wonderful accomplishment,” Plummer said. “I can't say that we are surprised as each day she exudes the characteristics of a leader amongst her peers. Whether in class or in the hallways, her unwavering commitment to excellence is always evident."
Throughout the school year, council members will participate in virtual meetings and collaborative discussions designed to explore key issues facing Georgia’s public schools. Topics include essential elements of public education—such as student mental health and wellness, school climate, civic engagement, and leadership development—as well as emerging concerns identified by students themselves. Their feedback and recommendations will help inform GSBA programs and bring meaningful student perspectives to education leaders and local boards across the state.
Overall, GSBA received 163 applications from outstanding students across the state and nine were chosen to serve on the 2025 Council.
“Ashley is truly the embodiment of what it means to ‘Be Excellent on Purpose.’ We can’t wait to see all that she will continue to achieve,” emphasized Dr. Plummer.