The document outlines the purpose and structure of a school council at the International School of Bucharest. It discusses how school councils give students a democratic voice and involvement in decisions that affect them, as supported by the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. The benefits of a school council are listed as improved motivation, relationships, personal skills and citizenship for students, as well as improved behavior, learning, and school community. Steps for starting a school council include preparing, raising awareness, electing representatives, training them, keeping all informed, and evaluating. The roles of the link teacher and class teachers in supporting the school council are also described.