Student Leadership
At Springside West Secondary College students are encouraged to have a voice and enact agency within their learning. The Student Representative Council (SRC) is made up of students from years eight to 12 and they meet regularly to discuss the issues that matter to them.
The Springside West SRC:
- Organises events to recognise national days that promote inclusion such as Harmony Day, IDAHOBIT Day and Reconciliation Week
- Fundraises for local and national causes
- Promotes house pride at whole school events
- Runs a ‘Recycling Rewards’ program to combat litter in the yard
- Represents the college at leadership events in the wider community
- Provides valuable feedback about teaching and learning that is shared and acted upon by staff
Our School Captains are role models within the college. They oversee the Student Representative Council and have regular opportunities to collect and share the broader student voice with members of the Springside West leadership team.
What does it mean to be a leader?
Helping students like ourselves and striving for daily improvement is what student leadership is all about. To gain a deeper understanding of our peers’ thoughts, choices, and behaviors, we must also constantly understand their point of view by being open minded. It also refers to inspiring and motivating people to achieve their goals. Participating in student leadership at SWSC entails having a student voice. Students rarely have the opportunity to voice their opinions, but via student leadership, we can discuss concerns and fresh ideas to make our school community better.
Being a student leader isn’t just about wearing a badge – it’s about being there for our community and helping everyone feel heard and included. At Springside West, the role of School Captain means bringing people together, upholding our school values, and inspiring positive change in ourselves, our peers and the community. It’s about building strong relationships with both students and staff, and making sure everyone feels comfortable sharing their ideas and concerns. As student leaders, we are passionate about listening to these ideas and concerns and turning it into action and change. It is also our responsibility as senior students to set the right example, knowing that younger students look at us as role models. And while we won’t always get everything right, it’s the way we learn, grow, and support each other that truly defines who we are as leaders.