Student Leadership | Gunnedah

Leadership Through Service.

Empowered by Grace.

Students entering Year 10 are invited to apply to become a Student Leader. For successful applicants, we aim to offer formal, biblically based leadership training, complemented by practical opportunities to exercise effective leadership in the school through service and support of others. The focus of the leadership training and practice will be on servant leadership, utilising God-given gifts as determined and enabled through God’s grace.

Leadership is a broad term that encompasses a range of skills and responsibilities, which are increasingly required in the workforce and in society as a whole. Through the development of the Carinya Student Leadership Program, it is hoped that students will have the opportunity to contribute to the school in a more meaningful and proactive way, while also developing skills that will stand each student in good stead in the years after school.

Student Leaders are empowered to serve others in a purposeful and meaningful way, as well as help shape the school's culture through their contributions and involvement at various levels.

Student Leaders are required to be involved in training sessions focusing on:

  • The particular values & ethos of the school

  • Qualities of a leader based on our values & ethos

  • Leading & speaking to small and large groups

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Leadership Roles & Role Modelling   

Students are expected to take part in leadership roles in some capacity. With these roles comes the fundamental responsibility of role modelling. Student Leaders are called to make every effort to support the school community in the ways outlined below.

  • Students will MC School Assemblies under the guidance of the relevant staff. Students will address issues and events that will be happening in the school.

  • These will occur twice per term, with the purpose being to review and grow the roles of senior students. Students will also use this time to plan and organise projects that could include fundraising for a designated charity and school projects.

  • Students will be expected to attend a leader’s retreat. This will provide students with the opportunity to learn about their roles and equip them in their positions.

  • Occasional assistance for staff at school and responsibilities in public, such as bus travel.

  • Represent the school at public events, such as Governors’ Visits, Captains' Dinners, and attending commemorative services.

  • 1. As a student

    • Uniform and Punctuality
      Personal profile and conduct

    • Support of all school policies


    2. Academically

    • Must exhibit a positive academic profile


    3. As a Leader

    • Be involved in designated leadership roles.

    • Support the ethos of the school

    • Assist with any whole-school projects with a service-oriented attitude.

    • Accept mutual responsibility for others regarding their learning

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