Saltwater College Newsletter

Student Leadership

Celebrating Student Leadership

Dear Saltwater Community,

 

At the heart of our school, we believe that student voice and agency are powerful tools for growth and transformation. We understand that when students are given the opportunity to express their thoughts, ideas, and opinions, they not only feel valued, but they also become active participants in shaping their own learning experiences. Encouraging student voice empowers them to take ownership of their education, allowing them to engage with the material in a deeper, more meaningful way.

 

We also recognise that fostering student agency—providing students with the ability and confidence to make choices, set goals, and take action—helps cultivate critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a sense of responsibility. These essential qualities not only prepare students for academic success but also for their future roles as leaders and engaged members of society.

HOUSE CAPTAINS

We are thrilled to announce the House Captains and Vice House Captains for our Primary School in 2025! These students have been selected for their outstanding leadership qualities, dedication, and passion for making a positive impact within their Houses and the broader school community.

 

The House Captains and Vice House Captains will play a key role in leading their House teams, encouraging participation in events, and fostering school spirit throughout the year. Their leadership will be essential in bringing students together, ensuring that each House has an exciting and successful year ahead.

 

Please join us in congratulating our 2025 House Captains and Vice House Captains:

VANDER-KUYP HOUSE HOUSE

  • House Captain: Shivani Anandbabu 

  • Vice House Captain: Evangeline Botha 

  • House Captain: Emily Nyeholt 

  • Vice House Captain: Josh Dorey

FREEMAN HOUSE

  • House Captain: Ben Gill

  • Vice House Captain: Lewis Flygenring

  • House Captain: Penny Rush

  • Vice House Captain: Evanna Singla 

GOODES HOUSE

  • House Captain: Roheet Vigneswaran 

  • Vice House Captain: Melody Sun 

  • House Captain: Akira Narala

  • Vice House Captain: Lily Churchyard

GOOLAGONG HOUSE

  • House Captain: Hannah Sheat 

  • Vice House Captain: Lachie Clendenning 

  • House Captain: Fernando Reyes 

  • Vice House Captain: Rafael Marks

These students will be leaders not just in House events, but also as role models for their peers, promoting the values of teamwork, respect, and sportsmanship. We are confident that they will bring great energy, creativity, and enthusiasm to their roles, inspiring their fellow students to participate in House activities and work together as one team.

 

Congratulations to all of our House Captains and Vice House Captains! We look forward to seeing you lead your Houses to success this year.

CLASS CAPTAINS

This year, we are incredibly excited to announce our new  Class Captains, who have stepped forward with courage and determination to lead their peers, advocate for change, and foster a supportive and inclusive environment across the school.

 

To our new Class Captains, congratulations on your achievement! It takes great bravery to apply for such an important role, and we applaud each and every one of you for putting yourselves out there. Your dedication to fostering a positive and inclusive environment at Saltwater is inspiring. Whether you were selected as a Captain or not, we are incredibly proud of your initiative, and we know you will continue to make a difference.

 

Please join us in congratulating the following Class Captains for 2025:

Year 6

  • 6A:  Reyansh Boda

  • 6B:  Nikhil Sole

  • 6C:  Arush Borse

  • 6D: Cici Chen

  • 6E:  Eloisa Sierra-Perez

  • 6F: Mikayla Armstrong

  • 6G: Siddharth Venkatarakrishnan

  • 6H: Ahaana Suryanarayanan

  • 6I:  Maria Clara Carneiro Dos Santos

  • 6J: Raeka Wasu

Year 5 

  • 5A: Ishanvi Koliblyu

  • 5B: Ruhi Chaudhary

  • 5C: Meliame Tulimaiau

  • 5D: Mikayla Liu

  • 5E: Akenya Perera

  • 5F: Avery Nzenza

  • 5G: Aadhya

  • 5H: Ameyaa Joshi

  • 5I: Tiana Taneja

  • 5J: Noah Mernik & Amal Saeed

Year 2

  • 2A: Mila Gundogdu

  • 2B: Chloe Guo

  • 2C: Lyla Selkrig

  • 2D: Elena Watson

  • 2E: Rebecca Xu

  • 2F: Jay Narula

  • 2G: Libby Chang

  • 2H: Tyler Vegter

  • 2I: Lilly Dixon

  • 2J: Raya Gosai

Year 1

  • 1A: Elakshi Sharma

  • 1B: Agam Sachdeva

  • 1C: Saleh Fahad

  • 1D:  Florence Bertoli

  • 1E:  Fatima Salis

  • 1F: Rosie Ward

  • 1G:  Charlotte Aguero

  • 1H:  Hannah Yi

  • 1I: Aidan Mitchell

  • 1J:  Aadya Joshi

  • 1K: Krishan Vigneshwaran

  • 1L:  Agambir Singh

These students have demonstrated outstanding leadership potential, and we are so proud to have them represent their classes and the wider Saltwater community. We look forward to seeing the positive contributions they will make throughout the year.

 

Finally, a big thank you to everyone who applied. Your bravery and willingness to take on leadership roles set a wonderful example for all of us. We encourage all students to continue finding ways to be active, engaged, and courageous in their own learning journeys.

JUNIOR SCHOOL COUNCIL 

We are incredibly proud to announce the Junior School Council Representatives for 2025! This year, students across various year levels demonstrated immense courage by stepping up and presenting their speeches in front of their peers. They shared their ideas, passions, and visions for the future of our school, and we were so impressed with their thoughtfulness and enthusiasm.

 

Each student spoke passionately about the positive changes they would like to see within our school community. It takes great confidence to stand in front of others and advocate for what they believe in, and we are so grateful for their dedication to making Saltwater a better place.

 

We would like to congratulate the Year 6, Year 5, Year 2, and Year 1 Junior School Council representatives for 2025. These students will play an important role in leading their peers, working with staff, and contributing to the ongoing development of our school.

 

 

Year 6 Junior School Council Representatives

  • Timetable A: Arush Borse

  • Timetable B: Eloisa Sierra-Perez 

  • Timetable C Siddharth Venkatarakrishnan

Year 5 Junior School Council Representatives

  • Timetable A: Meliame Tulimaiau 

  • Timetable B: Avery Nzenza 

  • Timetable C:  Ameyaa Joshi 

Year 2 Junior School Council Representatives

  • Timetable A: Chloe Guo 

  • Timetable B: Jay Narula 

  • Timetable C: Raya Gosai

Year 1 Junior School Council Representatives

  • Timetable A: Florence Bertoli

  • Timetable B: Rosie Ward

  • Timetable C: Agambir Singh

These students have shown exceptional leadership potential and we are excited to see the positive changes they will bring to our school. They will have the opportunity to work closely with staff, share ideas, and make meaningful contributions to the school community. Their courage, passion, and commitment to change are inspiring.

SECONDARY STUDENT LEADERS

Year 7:

  • Roselyn Kaur
  • Ella Delmonte 
  • Aditya Madhira
  • Lora Ma
  • Naivedhya Patan
  • Anaya Bansal
  • Fathi Fauzi
  • Ayaana Bhardwaj

Year 8:

  • Lavishka Kumar
  • Hasel Hew
  • Cibe Chen
  • Sebastian Flood
  • Shrestha Tavidisetty
  • Devansh Bansal
  • Aaraiz Aaraiz
  • Xinyan Guo

 Year 9:

  • School Captain: Maitri Trivedi  
  • School Captain: Elijah Petersen
  • Vice School Captain: Sonakshi Gutta 
  • Vice School Captain: Tiana Fagalilo-Temese
  • Hiba Sheikh
  • Tahlia Elliott
  • Hayli Hew
  • Jaynah Emana
  • Kayla Madu
  • Veda Patil

A huge congratulations to all the students who presented speeches, whether selected as representatives or not. You have shown remarkable bravery, and we are so proud of each and every one of you.

 

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to all the parents and guardians who attended the assembly and celebrated this success with their children. Your presence and support not only made the occasion even more special, but it also highlighted the important role you play in nurturing your child's growth and achievements. By being there to celebrate these moments, you reinforce the value of student leadership and the importance of community, showing your child that their hard work and dedication are recognized and appreciated. We are grateful for your ongoing partnership in fostering an environment of encouragement and support, and we look forward to working together to continue to empower and inspire our students

 

Here’s to a fantastic year of leadership, collaboration, and making Saltwater an even better place for all!

 

Please note that Year 3 and 4 Class Captains and Junior School Council will be announced in the next newsletter.

 

Thank you,

Ms Grenfell and Mr Mernik