EMPOWERING STUDENT LEADERS

A commitment to empowering students in decision-making processes that shape the school community at Frederick Irwin Anglican School culminated in a meeting between Principal Tracey Gray and House Prefects and Coordinators in a productive and inspiring brainstorming session.

The session aimed to generate ideas for House fundraising initiatives to benefit charitable causes and enhance unity within the School community.

It was the first time student leaders have had the opportunity to collectively collaborate with their Principal and one they embraced with enthusiasm.

In the session, Mrs Gray emphasised the importance of student leadership and its impact on the broader school community. She expressed her belief in the power of kindness and set a goal for the school to embrace a culture of 100 per cent kindness.

“This was a wonderful opportunity to work with the students and understand each House’s aims for their charities in 2023,” Mrs Gray said.

Student leaders let their creative thinking flow as they presented various innovative ideas for fundraising activities. Their ideas included:

• a walk for charity

• pyjama day

• movie nights, and more!

Their dedication to the session’s aim and enthusiasm demonstrated the student leaders’ commitment to making a positive impact on the School community and their eagerness to contribute to the school’s charitable endeavours.

Prefect Abby Hilson-Smith said that she enjoyed the chance to work closely with Principal Mrs Gray and the House Coordinators.

“Presenting our House ideas to Mrs Gray and the House Coordinators, combined with her positive response to our ideas, has made us feel we are making a difference.”

The House Prefect brainstorming session illustrates the School’s commitment to fostering student leadership, collaboration, empowerment and community engagement.