Shaping Tomorrow's Leaders: Inside the St Chris Junior School Council

St Chris pupils in a Junior School Council meeting

Junior School Council

We believe in empowering our students to be active participants in the decision-making process and the Junior School is no exception.

The St Chris Junior School Council is a powerful platform where elected representatives from each class gather fortnightly to discuss matters affecting the Junior School. Supported by the Senior School Deputy Head Students, the Junior School Council holds meaningful discussions and decisions, all while managing their own budget.

Pupil at St Chris at a Junior School Council meeting

What is are the Junior School Councils?

Being a part of the St Chris Junior School Council is an opportunity for your child to actively contribute to the school community while gaining valuable leadership skills and fostering a sense of responsibility and service from a young age.

Our School Councils are:

  • The Junior School Council, led by the Junior School Officials
  • The Junior School Eco Council, who contribute to the school’s environmental agenda

The two Councils meet bi-weekly to engage in a moderated discussion about items on the agenda. Pupils are representatives of their peers’ voices, responsible for discussing new ideas with their classes and feeding this back to the School Council group. Recently, the Junior School Council discussed how to spend the previous years’ excess budget allocation. Students were encouraged to ask non-leading questions to their class to understand what would improve all Junior School pupils’ school experience. The School Council settled on making some improvements to the school playground by introducing a swing or zipwire.

The Eco Council recently led a bulb planting initiative within St Chris and a “school switch off” campaign to ensure lights and computers are turned off each night. They also ran a bio-diversity campaign on the Junior School play area to increase the number of different types planted within the school.

Students can also take on a position of responsibility as a Junior School Librarian.

 

Our Junior School Councils

Junior School Council
The Junior School Council is a dynamic group of students who serve as the voice of the junior school community. Comprising elected representatives from each class, the council plays a pivotal role in fostering student leadership and involvement in decision-making processes within our school. Through collaborative efforts, they organize events, gather feedback from peers, and advocate for positive changes to enhance the school experience for all junior students. From planning fun activities to addressing concerns, the Junior School Council empowers students to actively contribute to the vibrant life of our school.
Junior School Eco Council

Our Eco Council is a dedicated group of students committed to promoting environmental awareness and sustainability within our primary school community. Led by passionate students and supported by staff, the council works tirelessly to implement eco-friendly initiatives, raise awareness about environmental issues, and inspire positive change. From organizing recycling programs to leading educational campaigns, the Eco Council empowers students to take action and make a difference for our planet. Together, we're fostering a culture of environmental stewardship and teaching valuable lessons about the importance of preserving our natural world for future generations. Join us in our mission to create a greener, more sustainable school environment!

Junior School Council Members

“As the teacher leading our School Council, I'm thrilled to witness the remarkable impact these young leaders have. They're not just representatives; they're change-makers. Through their involvement, children get to feel truly empowered and valued, knowing their voices shape decisions that affect their school life. In today's society, it's crucial to nurture this sense of agency early on, teaching children that their perspectives matter and their actions can create positive change. Our School Council embodies this ethos, showing that even the youngest voices hold tremendous power.”

Vicki Watt - Junior School Teacher

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