Greenbrier, Co., W.Va. (WVDN) – Hydee Wykle is a senior at Greenbrier East High School (Greenbrier County), where she is a member of the health care career technical education program. Drawn to leadership, health care, and helping others, she has been involved in HOSA since her freshman year and currently serves as the West Virginia HOSA state president. She is also a two-time state officer. Wykle serves as student body president, member of the National Honor Society, and the Greenbrier East track team.
About the Council Members
The Super STARS Council features students with exemplary leadership ability and a desire to see positive change in public education.
State Superintendent of Schools Michele L. Blatt has established the inaugural Super STARS (Students Taking Action for Readiness and Success) Council that will be comprised of Grades 6–12 students. This is a student-led council that elevates student insights and ensures that their perspectives are heard by education leaders to impact initiatives, policies, and programs. Comprised of students from across the state, the council will provide diverse perspectives on public education throughout West Virginia.
The Super STARS Council will consist of 12-15 students, and it will:
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Ensure direct student feedback is heard by the State Superintendent and West Virginia Department of Education leadership
- Inform decision-making on key initiatives
- Elevate student voice in areas such as school culture, program development, and instruction
- Strengthen connections between students, schools, and statewide priorities
Regional Meetings
In addition to the council meetings, Superintendent Blatt will attend regional education meetings and invite local council members and their peers from surrounding schools to attend in-person. They will have an audience with state and local leaders to offer their thoughts and expertise on education topics. The Super STARS Council will meet four times each year – two virtual meetings and two in-person. Specific dates will be provided once students are selected.
- Fall 2026 Virtual Kick-Off
- Winter 2027 In-Person Leadership Conference in Charleston
- Spring 2027 Virtual Meeting
- May 2027 In-Person Wrap Up
