Student Leadership Team

The Student Leadership Team for 2026 has now been selected, and we would like to extend a sincere congratulations to the following students on their appointment:

Year 7 Mentor Representatives

Year 8 Mentor Representatives

Year 9 RAID Captains

Year 10 SRC Members

Year 11 SRC Members

7A: Josh V

7B: Levi H

7C: Zara O

7D: Harriet R

7E: Cohen H

7F: Tavia McC

8A: Al D

8B: Amanpreet Kaur B (Sem 1)

Madison B (Sem 2)

8C: Shelby H (Sem 1) Jessica C (Sem 2)

8D: Zara P (Sem 1) Taylah W (Sem 2)

8E: Lottie McA

8F: Matilda P

Archie B

Isaac H

Maya M

Breanna E

Emily W

Kaylah P

The selection process has taken place over the past few weeks, and it has been wonderful to see so many students step forward with a desire to contribute to our school community. I am very excited to be working with such an enthusiastic and thoughtful group of young leaders this year.

We recently held our first Student Leadership meeting, where students began discussing a number of initiatives and areas of focus for the year ahead. This included exploring ways the SRC can support the upcoming Student Attitudes to School Survey, discussing a proposal for casual clothes days, and considering how student voice can contribute to the College newsletter.

Students shared their ideas openly and respectfully, bringing a variety of perspectives and suggestions to the discussion. It was encouraging to see their willingness to collaborate, listen to one another, and begin shaping priorities for the year. A number of additional ideas and initiatives were also raised, which the team will continue to develop and progress at our upcoming meetings.

This group is made up of passionate advocates for their peers, and I am confident they will play an important role in creating positive change across the College. I am very much looking forward to the work we will accomplish together throughout the year.

Below you will find a brief overview from each of our Year 7–11 SRC representatives.

Ash Bishop, Junior School Engagement and Wellbeing Leader

Student Voice

On Monday the 16th of February some of the year 7s went to Roses gap for camp after the bus ride the students were assigned their cabins before they headed off for their first activities. These activities included abseiling where you were harnessed to a rope and climbed down the side of a cliff, the giant swing where students pulled each other up the swing before you pulled on a rope to drop down and start swinging, canoeing where we canoed around a small island and did some races, crate stack where you got to try and stack up and balance on as many milk crates as you can, the beehive falls bush walk where students got to do a small hike/bushwalk and even go into the pond at the end of the trail. There were also more activities like low ropes, raft building, and the vertical playpen. In their classes the year 7 students have been starting some projects like in metal work we got to make a tin person and start making a flip top box, in textiles we started our supermarket stitch where we have to make a food item/packaging out of felt and we have started learning the language they chose.

Josh V – 7A Mentor Representative

At the start of the term, we were fortunate enough to have Grace and Hunter from brainstorm productions to show us a play about online safety and cyber bullying. It was a good show, and it taught us about how things that get said online and in person can upset a person. We also had the first whole school assembly where the new year sevens were welcomed to the school and found out about a few things that will be going on this year. Well done Lottie on reading the acknowledgment of country at the whole school assembly. We have had an awesome start to the year, and it certainly feels like its gonna be a good year and go by fast! Overall, this first part of the year has been amazing, making new friendships, meeting new people, exploring new subjects, and I can’t wait to see what the rest of the year looks like.

Zara P – 8D Mentor Representative

In Year 9, students participate in RAID (Achievement, Innovation, Diversity) every second Wednesday. So far, students have taken part in a scavenger hunt throughout Gisborne, searching for specific storefronts and other locations while working together in teams to achieve a goal. This activity proved to be a great success in helping all students become familiar with RAID. Two weeks later, students took part in a variety of activities. The Year 9 cohort visited the Gisborne Golf Course to learn the basics of a swing and how to putt through various mini games, as well as practicing swings on the driving range. On the same day, classes were visited by an expert in African drumming, who helped students learn how to play the drums. Everyone joined in to learn about the instruments, dance together, and play in unison. After these activities, students were given time to explore Gisborne and do their own activities within the town before returning to the school grounds. Another two weeks later, all Year 9 students completed a test that presented them with a series of questions. The results are sent to a group of professionals who use the data to suggest possible career opportunities. Although this was the day’s main activity, the students also participated in “Minute to Win It,” a series of games in which students must complete specific tasks in one minute or less to win. The Wild Action Zoo also made an appearance, allowing students to get up close with a variety of animals such as lizards, owls, and wombats. Looking ahead, the Year 9 students had a planned visit to the aquarium, which has since been changed to a zoo visit. On this RAID day, students will be required to catch a train and know when to get off, before meeting up with their teachers and classmates.

Isaac H – Year 9 RAID Captain

The Year 10 cohort has transitioned seamlessly into their new classes over the opening weeks of this term, diving into a range of dynamic activities designed to spark curiosity and momentum. Students currently in humanities are investigating the complexities of the Second World War, while students in science are examining biological organisms. Even students deconstructing the "Hero’s Journey" narrative within Media. This academic energy is further amplified by a group of ambitious individuals who have hit the ground running by tackling accelerated VCE and VET subjects, with some even pursuing specialized TAFE courses to broaden their vocational horizons. To balance this intense classroom rigor, two small groups have already ventured into the wilderness for their first Outdoor Education camp of the year. Guided by the ever-capable Mrs. Sparrow and Mr. Woodlock. This term has definitely set us up for a fantastic tone for the busy year ahead.

Maya M – Year 10 SRC Member

Recently for the Year 11’s, school has been full of SACs and Excursions. During Connect in Period 4, all the Year 11’s had their English SAC, except for the ones doing English Language, English Literature, Year 10 English, and the ones doing no English at all. There was also a special visit from the Australian Defence Force, as they came during connect to talk about pathways involving the ADF, The Gap Year Program, and the Work Experience program. They also talked about different careers and roles you can have in The Army, Navy and Airforce. There have been multiple excursions happening recently such as, the VET Dance, Top Class excursion into the City on the 2nd of March, and The International women's STEM day excursion at the ADF Monegeetta army base on the 6th of March.

Kaylah P – Year 11 SRC Member

Family Ceramics & Kitchen Workshops