On behalf of the entire MASCAR team, it is my pleasure to invite you to the 47th MASCAR Cup Series, presented by the Massachusetts Association of Student Councils. Congratulations!

As student leaders, it is easy for us to “take over the wheel” when it comes to planning and executing events in our school communities. We map out our course for the year, highlighting potential challenges we may face, and generating solutions with our team members to ensure we reach the finish line of success by the end of the academic year.

When our drivers fire their engines at the MSAA Building in Franklin, MA for our annual President’s Dinner, MASCAR will officially begin a new era, and the future of our organization will be on full display for our schools and its students. As the green flag waves, the presidents of almost 70 Massachusetts student councils will come together to start the 2023-2024 season. Here, we will learn how to forge the initial communication between a driver and their crew. From writing down potential event ideas to having meaningful discussions with other student leaders in our state, this special debut will set us on the right path to reach our finish line by March 2024.

At Officershop, MASCAR is excited to welcome both new and returning race teams to the racetrack at Middleboro High School. A driver can never function without their pit crew, and Officershop is one of the many races to showcase the dy-namic teams that work together to uplift their school communities.

Eventually, the checkered flag will wave upon our drivers and racing teams as we reach the finish line of the MASCAR Cup Series in Hyannis, MA. This 3-day leadership conference in March will introduce some of the best student leaders in our Commonwealth to the true meaning of what it means to be a MASCAR driver. Delegates will hear from keynote speakers, participate in workshops, and connect with other student leaders from across Massachusetts. On the final day, as the sun sets on our racing season, a new “champion” will be crowned as our state board at the Hyannis Raceway. Even though you’ll be leaving the MASCAR Raceway for a bit, you will be leaving with valuable lessons and memories that will last a lifetime to bring back to your school’s racetrack.

So buckle up, everyone. The green flag on the MASCAR 2023-2024 season is about to drop. Get your race tickets. Set your tune-in reminders. And follow the MASCAR action at every turn until we crown our champions at Hyannis Raceway in March.

Best,

Abyssinia Haile

State President

Minnechaug Regional High School