The position of Community Leader is a longstanding student leadership role at Craigslea State High School. Year 12 students who become Community Leaders are willing to take on increased responsibilities and contribute more to their schooling and their school. In return, Community Leaders will develop a greater sense of commitment to the school community.
Community Leaders represent a portfolio and are expected to communicate regularly with the Staff Mentor for that portfolio. High expectations will be placed upon them by the Staff Mentor.
In some instances, Year 9 students can apply for a Junior Community Leader position for select portfolios listed below. Please talk to your Year Level Coordinator or Junior Secondary Head of Department to express your interest.
Portfolios
Chaplaincy:
- Demonstrate a genuine interest in Chaplaincy within the school and local community.
- Liaise with students, the Chaplain and the Local Chaplaincy Committee (LCC).
- Attend monthly LCC meetings with the Chaplain (after school).
- Promote and participate in Chaplaincy special events.
Debating:
- Must have prior involvement in the Debating program.
- Assist in coordinating and organising Debating workshops with the Mentor.
- Liaise between Coaches, Teams and the Coordinator.
- Assist in hosting QDU rounds held on school grounds.
Photography:- Capture photographs of school activities and events, including Harmony Day, Swimming Carnival, Sports Day, Graduation and more.
- Edit and process photos using software such as Photoshop and Lightroom.
- Collaborate with the Student Leadership Team to promote school initiatives, events and student-led activities (e.g., Spirit Week).
- Attend weekly meetings and workshops to engage with fellow photography peers and develop photography skills.
- Lead social and environmental initiatives in the school, with the support of a group of interested students.
- Speak on assembly about these initiatives.
Technical Crew:
- Must be an existing member of the Technical Crew.
- Liase with mentor and assist training of other students.
- Maximise the program's outcomes by attending events and encouraging and supporting other students in the program.
Indigenous:
- Promote and participate in Indigenous programs at Craigslea SHS.
- Actively organise and lead significant school events such as flag-raising ceremonies, Reconciliation Week, NAIDOC Week and Sorry Day.
- Advocate for and promote awareness of matters pertaining to First Nations peoples.
- Work with school leaders on matters concerning Indigenous students.
- Collaborate with our school community and elders to improve experiences for First Nations students.
Other:
- Nominate a specific area within the school in which you would like to lead change.
- Promote a sense of community within your chosen area.
- Liasase with mentor to assist in the running of organised events.
Community Leader Role and Duties
The role of Community Leader is to undertake the following responsibilities:
- Lead by example in all aspects of school life and uphold school values in a manner worthy of the position.
- Present as exemplary role models and recognised leaders in the school community, conducting themselves in a safe and respectful manner.
- Support their portfolio and act as role models for other students by attending all relevant official school activities and assisting with related school events throughout the year.
- Provide a positive, safe and welcoming atmosphere for all members of our school community.
- Always wear the correct school uniform, as outlined in the School Dress Code.
Community Leader Election Procedure
- Interested students should download and print the Pledge Form, complete the application, and return it to the student counter.
- Additionally,
complete the online Microsoft Forms application sent via email by the
Year Level Coordinator. This form will allow you to provide details of
your three teacher references.
Nominees and their
references are then considered by the Head of Department Senior
Schooling, the Deputy Principal and the Year 11 Coordinator. The Community Leader Captains are announced at a Full School Assembly in Term 3, and
the Induction Ceremony for all student leadership positions takes place
in Term 4.