Leadership Program

Extra-curricular Activities - Leadership Program

Beaumaris North Primary School provides students with the opportunity to develop the personal skills required to undertake leadership roles as outlined in the Victorian Curriculum. Student Leadership positions (for the following year) are elected annually and generally appointed at the end of the current year or within the first two weeks of the following year. Leadership roles are held in very high regard and a special assembly is held to present our student leaders with their badges. The ceremony is followed by a special morning tea for the student leaders and their parents.

Click here for our current Student Leaders and see also, Student Voice.

School Captains and School Vice Captains
School Captains (one male and one female from Year 6) and School Vice Captains (two males and two females from Year 6) are nominated and elected annually by staff members. The role of School Captain/Vice Captain is an extremely important role as these students represent our entire student body. School Captains/Vice Captains conduct many of our school assemblies and meet regularly with the Principal Class Officers and members of the Leadership team to represent the voice of our student population.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

School Captains and Vice-Captains will be required to:
- display positive leadership skills
- demonstrate a strong School ‘spirit’
- be an outstanding role model and display exemplary behaviour
- strive to work as a positive team member
- show good organisational skills
- demonstrate a responsible, supportive, caring and fair attitude
- have the ability to contribute ideas and listen to other points of view
- develop and show respectful relationships with all Curriculum captains and the whole school community
- be confident with public speaking
- be committed to keeping up to date with all school work, regardless of time spent out of the classroom
CONTRIBUTION AS SCHOOL CAPTAINS
- represent Beaumaris North PS at Leadership seminars, Anzac Day & Remembrance Day ceremonies
- run whole school assemblies
- organise and assist in a variety of ways across all year levels
- help younger students in the playground
- meet and greet visitors for transition mornings
The School captains should exercise ‘student voice’ by actively participating in their school, community and the education system by contributing to decision making processes. The successful candidates must be available to meet with Mrs Duffy as required to discuss issues and collectively influence outcomes by putting forward their views, concerns and ideas.
House Captains/House Vice Captains
House Captains/House Vice Captains (1 female House Captain/1 female House Vice Captain and 1 male House Captain/1 male House Vice Captain for each house from Year 6) are elected annually by the Year 4 & 5 students. Elections are conducted by the PE Team and Year 5 staff.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Confident public speaker
- Enthusiastic person who communicates clearly and displays initiative
- Display a willingness to lead and be a positive role model
- Shows a positive interaction with all staff and students at Beaumaris North Primary School
- Able to manage time effectively between House Captaincy roles and school work
- Strives to work as a positive team member
- Is reliable and trustworthy
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Speak at Assembly on behalf of the PE/Sport department
- Assist with the district organisation of events
- Assist with the running of House Swimming, Cross Country and Athletics events
- Assist with the running of House meetings prior to the events
- Prepare sporting kits for interschool sports
- Prepare sports fields for intra-house sport
- Cleaning sports shed
- Lending out sports equipment at lunch times
Being a Beaumaris North House Captain/House Vice Captain is a privilege and honour as it requires you to represent and lead students across the school. It does not necessarily require great sporting attributes but the ability to lead by example, display initiative and communicate effectively.

See House System and House Sports.
Environmental Captains
Two Environmental Captains (Year 6) are elected annually by the teacher/s that mentor the roles and responsibilities of this position based on the delivery of a speech prepared by the student.

As an Environmental Captain you will display the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- A passion for the environment
- A willingness to help with any clean ups around the school
- A positive attitude
- Ability to work as a positive team member
- Ability to be a positive role model
CONTRIBUTION AS ENVIRONMENTAL CAPTAIN
- Contribute to the implementation of programs and new initiatives such as ‘Nude Food’ and ‘Green Days’
- Put into action environmental programs
- Make announcements at Assembly regarding the environment
- Create a ‘School Cleaning’ roster/map for each year level
The Environmental Captains should also be available to liaise with their mentor a minimum of once per week to discuss any concerns or issues.
eSmart Captains
Two eSmart Captains (Year 6) are elected annually by the teacher/s that mentor the roles and responsibilities of this position based on the delivery of a speech prepared by the student.

As an eSmart Captain you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Confidence with public speaking
- A genuine interest in emerging technology
- Awareness of the different types of technology and applications fellow students are using
- A willingness to lead and be a positive role model
- Positive interaction with all staff and students at Beaumaris North Primary School
- Ability to manage time effectively between eSmart Captaincy role and school work
- Exceptional computer skills and knowledge about the computer programs used at school
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Speak at Assembly on behalf of the eSmart Team
- Organise and catalogue laptops and ipads throughout the school
- Run and set up all technology for assemblies and special ceremonies
- Help other students with eSmart related equipment and programs if they are unsure of what to do
- Attend meetings as required
- Speak to classes about Cyber Safety activities that are occurring within the school
- Ensure laptops are stored and put away properly at the end of the day
Music Captains
Two Music Captains (Year 6) are elected annually by the Music Team based on the delivery of a speech prepared by the student.

As a Music captain you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- A passion for music
- Commitment to the School Choir or an ensemble
- A positive attitude in Music classes
- Ability to work as a positive team member
- Ability to be a positive role model in relation to Music activities
CONTRIBUTION AS MUSIC CAPTAIN
- Introduces items at school performances including assemblies
- Assist with the distribution of programs at performances
- Contribute to the running of the Music room in terms of set up, neatness, sharpening pencils, collection of song sheets, reminders to classes
- Support younger students in their involvement in ensembles
- Be pro-active in offering ideas where applicable.
The Music Captain should be available to assist staff whenever called upon, so must be organised, flexible and willing to prioritise the needs of the Music department above their own leisure time.
Art Captains
Two Art Captains (Year 6) are elected annually by the Art Team based on the delivery of a speech prepared by the student.

As an Art Captain, you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- A passion for Art
- A willingness to help with any Art exhibitions throughout the year
- A positive attitude in Art classes
- Ability to work as a positive team member
- Ability to be a positive role model in relation to art activities
CONTRIBUTION AS ART CAPTAIN
- Contribute to the running of the Art room in terms of set up, neatness, weekly clean-up, distribution of work to classes, displays etc
- Be available to assist the Art teachers a minimum of once per week
Wellbeing Captains
Two Wellbeing Captains (Year 6) are elected annually by the Wellbeing Officers based on the delivery of a speech prepared by the student.

The role of a Wellbeing Captain is to embody the school’s attitudes, particularly those attitudes that promote student wellbeing. You will provide assistance and help to those in the school who need it, and respect others in a fair and honest way. The Wellbeing Captains need to be able to work productively with other students and the Wellbeing team, giving everyone a fair go. As a Wellbeing Captain, you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- - confidence with public speaking
  - kindness and understanding towards all people.
  - enthusiasm and initiative
  - ability to communicate clearly
  - a willingness to lead and be a positive role model
  - a positive interaction with all staff and students at Beaumaris North Primary School
  - ability to manage time effectively between Wellbeing Captaincy role and school work
  - ability to work as a positive team member
Some Roles and Responsibilities of a Wellbeing Captain – you will be required to:
- - train as ‘second handlers’ for school therapy dogs
  - assist the Wellbeing Team with implementation of wellbeing programs
  - coordinate a fundraising event day with the proceeds going to an organisation that focuses on children’s wellbeing and mental health
  - assist with and conduct wellbeing matters at school assemblies
  - act as a role model for all students – including uniform, attendance, enthusiasm, responsibility and dedication to upholding school attitudes
  - actively promote & participate in all school wellbeing events
  - communicate with other students to promote wellbeing initiatives of the school
  - help coordinate school wellbeing events
  - nurture guidance and leadership skills within fellow leaders
  - assist in preparing and setting up for school wellbeing functions
Library Captains
Two Library Captains (Year 6) are elected annually by the Library Team based on the delivery of a speech prepared by the student.

As a Library Captain you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Displays a passion for books and literature
- Spends time in the library appreciating novels of substance
- Borrows on a regular basis either at school or your local library
- Positive role modeling
CONTRIBUTION AS LIBRARY CAPTAIN
- Making announcements at Assembly regarding the Library (e.g. Book week, lunchtime activities…)
- Assisting in the organisation of Book Week.
- Assisting in the everyday running of the library in terms of:
  o packing up
  o tidying
  o shelving
  o lunchtime borrowing
- Willingness to learn and show others how the Library functions.
The Library Captains should be available to assist Library staff at least once a week in his/her own time at a time that suits all.
School Agency Team (SAT) Representatives
The School Agency Team is an opportunity for students to grow both personally and socially. It promotes socially responsible attitudes, encouraging thoughtful and appropriate action.

The School Agency Team is responsible for:
- Managing school Social Service collections for charity.
- Representing the school student body in decision making matters.
- Conducting whole school activities to support fundraising.
- Reporting back to children in their year level on a regular basis.
- Publishing at least one report in the School Newsletter ‘Waves’ per term.
- Raising student concerns at meetings and finding solutions.
- Reflecting on their action.
SCHOOL AGENCY TEAM REPRESENTATIVE ROLES & ATTRIBUTES

As a School Agency Team Representative you will:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Strive to work well in a team by contributing ideas and listening to other points of view
- Be organised, respectful and fair
- Have the ability to contribute ideas
CONTRIBUTION AS SCHOOL AGENCY TEAM REPRESENTATIVES
- Listen to students’ ideas around taking action in our community and improvements across the school and bring those ideas to the meetings
- Students will be required to take minutes and research charities and partners.
- Draft posters and emails for the teachers to send.
- Write sections for the newsletter and compass postings
- Present to school leadership about events or ideas
- Make announcements at Assembly and visit different year levels to inform about upcoming events.
ELECTION PROCESS

A male and female student from Year 3, 4, 5 and 6 (total of 8) is elected annually by the students in their year level to form the School Agency Team:
- Students wanting to apply for the SAT role must have considered all of the requirements and expectations and reflected on their ability to fulfil the role.
- Candidates are required to deliver a speech to their year level outlining the reasons they are best suited for this role. The speech must be a maximum of 2 minutes long and candidates must not make unrealistic promises that they cannot keep and must wear school uniform.
MEETINGS

The School Agency Team is managed by two staff members.
- Meetings are held once a fortnight.
- They start during lunch eating and finish by 2pm.
- SAT Reps must attend all meetings
See Partnerships & Charities.
Flag Monitors
This is a very big daily responsibility.

As a Flag Monitor you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- Enthusiasm and initiative
- Reliability and punctuality
- Positive interaction with all staff and students at Beaumaris North Primary School
- Ability to manage time effectively between Flag monitor role and schoolwork
- Ability to work as a positive team member
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Be responsible for collecting and returning the staff key from the office to unlock the flag
- Raise the flag by 9:05am every Monday
- Lower the flag at 3:25pm each afternoon
- Report any issues to Year 6 teachers, such as damage to the flag
Bike Shed Monitors
This is a very big responsibility. Many students in the school will rely on you to carry out your role efficiently and responsibly to ensure the safety of their bikes and scooters.

As a Bike Shed Monitor you will demonstrate the following:

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES
- enthusiasm and initiative
- reliability and punctuality
- positive interaction with all staff and students at Beaumaris North Primary School
- ability to manage time effectively between Bike Shed monitor role and schoolwork
- ability to work as a positive team member
ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lock Bike Shed at 9:15am every morning
- Unlock Bike Shed at 3:25pm each afternoon
- Be responsible for collecting and returning the staff key
- Report any Bike Shed issues to Year 6 teachers, such as bikes blocking the gate from being locked