Student Representative Council (SRC)
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Student Representative Council (SRC)

At Lalor North Primary School, we believe student voice is essential to building a positive, inclusive and forward-thinking school community. Our Student Representative Council (SRC) offers students a meaningful opportunity to develop leadership skills, take responsibility, and actively contribute to the life of the school.

The SRC is open to students in Years 2 to 6. Each year, students deliver a speech to their peers outlining their strengths, ideas, and commitment to representing their class. Members are elected by their classmates based on leadership potential, responsibility, and a willingness to make a difference. Each member serves a 12-month term.

The Role of the SRC

Our Student Representative Council empowers students to:

  • Represent the views and ideas of their classmates

  • Collaborate with staff and peers to improve school life

  • Lead initiatives aligned with our core school values: Resilience, Respect, Honesty, Unity and Success

  • Support social and environmental causes

  • Contribute to decision-making and policy development at the student level

SRC meetings are facilitated by a staff member, who helps guide discussions, record meeting minutes, and support students in turning ideas into action. Through this process, students learn how to plan, lead and follow through on a variety of school and community-based projects.

SRC in Action

Each year, our SRC members take part in a diverse range of student-led initiatives, including:

  • Fundraising for Social Causes: Raising awareness and funds for children's health, global challenges, and local charities.

  • Environmental Leadership: Driving sustainability projects such as reducing paper waste, encouraging rubbish-free lunches, and promoting energy-saving practices.

  • Health and Wellbeing Campaigns: Organising events like Walk to School Day and Clean Up Australia Day to promote active, healthy and environmentally responsible lifestyles.

  • Cultural and Community Events: Planning and leading school-wide celebrations for Harmony Day, National Reconciliation Week, and other key days that reflect our values and community spirit.

  • Values in Action: Creating and promoting initiatives that model our school values in everyday life.

  • Student Voice Forums: Gathering feedback, raising classroom concerns, and suggesting improvements for school life.

  • Communication and Leadership: Presenting at school assemblies, visiting classes to share updates, and writing newsletter articles to inform the wider school community.

The SRC at Lalor North is more than just a leadership role...it’s a chance for students to shape the future of their school and develop the confidence and capabilities they will carry into high school and beyond. We are proud of our student leaders and the valuable contributions they make every day.