Student Leadership

At River Gum Primary School, we believe that student leadership is central to creating a thriving and inclusive school community. Our Student Leadership program gives students opportunities to take an active role in shaping school life, while learning the importance of responsibility, teamwork and respect.

We are proud of our student leaders who represent our school values of Respect, Excellence, Equality and Inclusion every day.

School Captains

We have four School Captains who represent our students at school and community events. Their key responsibilities include:

  • Leading assemblies and supporting school activities
  • Encouraging student voice by sharing ideas from their peers
  • Acting as role models, showing respect, kindness and enthusiasm for learning.

Our four Houses – Blue Tongue Lizards, Orange Dingoes, Purple Parrots and Yellow Cockatoos – are each represented by two House Captains (eight in total). Their key responsibilities include:

  • Leading their House at sports days, competitions and special events
  • Building team spirit and encouraging everyone to take part
  • Supporting younger students and helping them to feel included.

Each classroom in Years 3-5 has an elected Student Council Representative (SRC) member. Their key responsibilities include:

  • Representing the voice of their peers by gathering the ideas, concerns and suggestions from their classmates
  • Helping to improve everyday school life.

Through these roles, our student leaders not only contribute to the life of our school but also develop important life skills such as teamwork, organisation and public speaking. At River Gum Primary School, we are committed to supporting our leaders as they grow into confident, responsible and inclusive young people – both at school and in the wider community.

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