Principal's Report
A message from James Damjanovski
Truganina College
2027 Student Leadership
Truganina P-9 College is excited to begin the process of selecting our 2027 Student Leaders, with an incredible response from students across the College. We have received over 80 applications from students aspiring to take on leadership roles as College Captains, House Captains, Student Voice Leaders and Environmental Leaders.
Students who applied for leadership positions were required to submit an application along with a teacher reference. During the interviews, candidates were asked questions about leadership qualities and how they can make the school a better place for students.
Our Student Leadership selection process is guided by the Truganina P-9 College Student Leadership Framework, which recognises the importance of representing student perspectives, empowering student voice and building a strong sense of connectedness across our school community to improve learning and wellbeing.
The framework is underpinned by four key leadership dispositions:
- Open-mindedness – being willing to learn, seek feedback, collaborate and embrace new ideas.
- Interpersonal Courage – communicating confidently, role modelling our values and having challenging conversations when needed.
- Empathy – building positive relationships, demonstrating emotional intelligence and understanding others.
- Perseverance – maintaining a positive mindset, demonstrating organisational skills and working through challenges.
It has been fantastic to see so many students demonstrate initiative, confidence and a genuine desire to make a positive contribution to our community.
Shortlisted applicants will be notified in Week 6, with our successful 2027 Student Leadership team officially announced during the Week 9 Excellence Assembly.
School for Student Leadership – Current Year 8 Applications
We are also inviting current interested Year 8 students to apply for the School for Student Leadership for Term 2, 2027. Students who are interested in this exciting opportunity are required to submit their applications to Ms Arnold and Mr Piacquadio.
We look forward to recognising and celebrating the next generation of student leaders at Truganina P-9 College. We wish all applicants the very best throughout the selection process!
James Damjanovski
Assistant Principal
Year 5 and 6