At Ironside State School, we believe student leadership is an important part of developing confident, capable and community-minded learners. Our leadership opportunities provide students with authentic ways to contribute to school life, represent their peers and model the Ironside Way.
Student leadership positions are held in high regard by our Principal, staff, students, families and wider community. These roles provide students with opportunities to demonstrate initiative, responsibility, service and pride in their school.
At Ironside, student leaders are expected to consistently model the STAR values by being:
- Safe and Kind
- Treasuring Diversity
- Acting with Integrity
- Respectful
Students in leadership positions are role models for others and are expected to uphold high standards of behaviour, teamwork, communication and commitment throughout their term of service.
Student Leadership Opportunities
The Ironside State School Student Council consists of the following leadership positions:
- 4 School Captains
- 2 House Captains for each of the four sporting houses (Cook, Sturt, Oxley, Flinders)
- 12 Year 6 Student Councillors
- 12 Year 5 Student Councillors
- Wellbeing Warriors
Additional leadership opportunities may include:
- Library Captains
- Music Leaders (Band, Strings and Choir)
- Tech Crew
- Legends of the Lost
- Green Team
School Captains
School Captains are the senior student leaders at Ironside State School and hold executive positions within the Student Council. There are 4 School Captain positions available; 2 male and 2 female School Captains.
For the full school year, these students are expected to lead by example, represent the school with pride and support the school community across a wide range of events and responsibilities.
Responsibilities
School Captains are expected to:
- Attend weekly Student Council meetings
- Commit to additional duties and meetings where required
- Contribute to and help coordinate fundraising events
- Communicate Student Council messages across all year levels
- Provide whole-school leadership support
- Conduct assemblies, flag-raising processes and special events
- Represent Ironside State School in the wider community
Selection Process
School Captain selection begins in Term 4 of Year 5 for students entering Year 6 the following year.
Students self-nominate through an online form and participate in a structured process that includes:
- Student Voice input from the Year 5 cohort
- Shortlisting based on self-nomination and peer recognition
- Attendance at a Student Council meeting
- Delivery of a 2-minute speech to the Year 5 cohort
- Voting by Year 4 and Year 5 students
- An interview with the Principal and Senior Years Deputy Principal for shortlisted candidates
Successful candidates are announced during a Senior Assembly in Term 4, with the official handover taking place in Week 10.
House Captains
House Captains play an important role in building school spirit, supporting sporting events and promoting positive participation in house activities.
Each of the four sporting houses (Cook, Sturt, Oxley, and Flinders), there will be 1 male House Captain and 1 female House Captain.
Responsibilities
House Captains are expected to:
- Assist Physical Education teachers in the lead up to and during sporting carnivals
- Actively encourage house spirit and foster positive house culture
Selection Process
- Students self-nominate online
- The Year 6 student cohort votes in house groups during Term 4
House Captains are announced as part of the leadership process in Term 4.
Student Councillors
Student Councillors work closely with students and staff to support school initiatives, promote student voice and help facilitate community events.
Responsibilities
Student Councillors are expected to:
- Attend Student Council meetings
- Work in close partnership with students and teachers to complete tasks
- Help organise and facilitate events such as:
- school discos
- free dress days
- fundraising and student engagement activities
Selection Process
For both Year 5 and Year 6 Student Councillors:
- Students self-nominate online
- Students attend a Student Council meeting
- Students complete an application form
- The student cohort votes for Student Councillors
This process takes place in Term 4.
Wellbeing Warriors
Wellbeing Warriors are student leaders who help promote positive relationships, inclusion and student wellbeing across the school. They support students in the playground and help foster a safe, respectful and supportive school environment.
Responsibilities
Wellbeing Warriors may:
- Support positive interactions in the playground
- Assist with conflict resolution and restorative conversations
- Promote inclusive play and respectful behaviour
- Help younger students feel supported and connected
- Attend training and update sessions during school time
Selection Process
- Students self-nominate online
- Selections are made by teachers and the Leadership Team after other leadership positions have been finalised
This process takes place in late Term 4.
Additional Leadership Opportunities
Ironside State School also offers a range of additional leadership opportunities that may vary from year to year depending on school programs and student interest.
Library Captains
Library Captains support the library program by assisting with day-to-day operations and modelling responsibility, service and dedication.
Selection Process
- Students self-nominate to the Library Teacher
- Year 6 Library Captains are elected at the end of Term 4
Music Leaders (Band, Strings, and Choir)
Music Leaders support the school's music program by modelling commitment, responsibility and encouragement within their ensemble.
Selection Process
- Music Leaders are selected by music teachers after other leadership positions have been finalised
Tech Crew
Tech Crew students support the use of digital technologies and audio-visual equipment across the school, including assisting with presentations, assemblies and events.
Selection Process
- Students self-nominate for the position
- Students attend an initial meeting
- Students are selected by the Year 6 teaching team and the Leadership Team
Legends of the Lost
Legends of the Lost students support the management and organisation of lost property, helping students reconnect with misplaced items and promoting responsibility for belongings.
Selection Process
- Students attend an initial meeting led by the Principal
- Students are selected following attendance at the initial meeting
Green Team
Green Team members help promote sustainability and environmental stewardship across the school through initiatives that support recycling, waste reduction and care for our environment.
Selection Process
- Students attend an initial meeting led by the Principal
- Students are selected following attendance at the initial meeting