Student Leadership

Student voice has always been at the heart of DSC. This year, that's being formalised in the newsletter — giving the Student Representative Council a regular platform to share what they're working on and who's leading the charge. 

To kick things off, meet Shanice, DSC's newly elected SRC President. 

Can you introduce yourself to the school community? 

Hello everyone! My name is Shanice, and I'm in Year 11. I've been part of the SRC since Year 8, and I was recently elected SRC President — an honour I don't take lightly. Outside of school commitments, I enjoy badminton, dancing, and drawing, though what I love most is anything that involves spending time with the people around me. I'm really excited to work alongside the school captains and help lead DSC in a positive direction. 

Is there a leader you look up to? What qualities do you admire in them? 

It might sound cliché, but the leader I admire most is my older sister, Chloe. Many of you will recognise her name — she's behind some of DSC's most beloved traditions, including the Valentine's Day cards that have been circulating the school for the past few years, as well as the very first Dunk the Teacher event and the Talent Show. What I admire most about her isn't the scale of what she created, but how she carried it — humbly, without being overbearing, and always with the school community at heart. 

What inspired you to run for SRC President? 

Watching my sister pour herself into improving DSC made me want to do the same. More than the title, I was motivated by a genuine desire to strengthen how SRC functions — so that we can truly represent what students need and want. 

What are one or two things you're hoping to achieve this year? 

My main goal is to strengthen relationships within our school community — between year levels, between students and teachers, and within the broader DSC community. I want DSC to feel like more than just a place people attend. I want it to be something people feel proud to be part of, even beyond the school gates. 

How do you plan to make sure student voices are actually heard? 

I'd like to position SRC members as approachable spokespeople — people students can turn to when raising a concern directly with a teacher feels too daunting. That way, even quieter voices have a pathway to be heard. 

What does a successful year look like to you? 

If students feel more comfortable and connected at school by the end of the year, I'll consider that a success. I'm a firm believer in setting achievable goals first — small steps done well are what build the foundation for something bigger down the line. 

What's your message to the school community as you step into this role? 

Please don't hesitate to reach out — to me, to the school captains, or to any SRC member you know. We genuinely want to hear from you. Whether it's a concern or a suggestion, your voice matters, and we're here to make sure it's listened to. 

The Student Representative Council is made up of students from Years 8 to 12, working to represent the concerns and ideas of the wider school community. Look out for the SRC section in every edition of the newsletter! 

2026 Student Representative Council 

Mid- Year Student Leadership Intake 

Hey DSC! As we get closer to the end of Term 2, we are excited to announce our Mid-Year Student Leadership Applications are now open! There are a range of different options depending on what time of student leadership you wish to get into, but regardless, we would love to hear from you! See below for the run down of the different groups that have open applications! 

Student Representative Council- so very commonly known as SRC, the group does all things policy and planning! From academics and in-classroom learning, to the wider school community and school environments, SRC does a wide range of different things throughout the school. Student Leadership Team- a more newly introduced team, SLT focuses on the fun and exciting student-run events and free dress days. You might've seen them in action running things like the DSC Talent Show, and Dunk the Teacher! Please note, this is a junior and middle school only group. Student Wellbeing Committee- helps to shape Doncaster's approach to wellbeing and mental health by providing students with the opportunity to provide feedback and contribute directly to the program. Students will also have the opportunity to create and implement projects that directly enhance the school’s wellbeing program. Involved students will develop mental health leadership skills, as well as skills in collaboration, project management and advocacy. 

To apply for any of the above leadership options, please follow the following link!   

Junior School- https://forms.office.com/r/cnaTVeZ8HJ 

Middle School- https://forms.office.com/r/CkpqGbML4D 

Senior School- Senior School Mid- Year Leadership Applications – Fill out form 

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Sarah Coates on Teams or Email (Sarah.Coates@education.vic.gov.au) 

Can't wait to see your applications!