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Take the chance: Youth Leadership Conference

On Wednesday 13 March, the Year 12 Leadership Team Captains were fortunate enough to attend the Youth Leadership Conference 2024. As young aspiring leaders, this was an opportunity that offered us all a moment to refine our understanding of what leadership is and looks like. Throughout the conference we heard the stories of leaders, leaders of all ages who all had the shared goal of making a change. ‘Take the chance’ is a key quote that was taken away from this day. It’s a saying that not only applies to leaders, but to life. Getting out of our comfort zone is how we grow and progress. If you aren’t uncomfortable when doing something – you aren’t taking the chance – but if you are uncomfortable then you are taking the chance. To take the chance means to grow, grow as an individual who knows they can do more.

There were moments where we were able to ask questions and understand more in regards to how these leaders were able to overcome their barriers and get to where they are today.

There was so much insight into the abilities we all have within and that with the right environment and right mentality we can achieve greatness. It was definitely an experience that we all appreciated, we met students from other schools and were able to bond with like minded individuals who one day we may see make great change in the world.

Overall, the day was so powerful and for everyone who needs encouragement – take the chance!

by Pria T – Deputy School Captain

 

Monash Women’s Business Network Lunch

On Wednesday 13 March, two Year 12 Leaders, Parker D and Alannah R, attended the Monash Women’s Business Network lunch with disability advocate, Elly Desmarchelier, as keynote speaker. Elly shared the many benefits of employing a person with a disability, which can bring valuable skills and a new perspective to organisations, while improving the outcomes and lives of people with disability. Students noted that they gained key insights into the barriers people with disabilities face, and what organisations like schools can do to be more inclusive. Thanks to Rebecca McMahon for accompanying the students.

 

Premier’s Spirit of ANZAC Prize

This year, Victorian students from Years 9 to 12 will have the opportunity to reflect on how Victorians came together to fund and build the Shrine of Remembrance and other community war memorials. 12 prize winners from across the State will go on a 10 day fully funded study tour to an international war heritage destination during September 2024 school holidays.
To apply, students must submit a response to the following topic: Explore the significance of Victoria’s Shrine of Remembrance or a local community’s war memorial in honouring Australians who have served in war and peacekeeping.  The Shrine of Remembrance honours those who served in World War One. Victorians raised and donated funds to build the shrine. It opened 90 years ago, in 1934. The Shrine overlooks the city from St Kilda Road. It’s an important place for people to honour Australian war service and sacrifice, where they can: come together, remember, reflect and pay tribute.
Entrants are encouraged in their response to explore under-recognised examples of Victoria’s Anzac history, such as: women and girls, First Nations people, LGBTIQA+ people, people with a disability, migrant and refugee communities. They are also encouraged to use their lived experience to reflect on how our understanding of the Anzac spirit could expand to reflect Victoria’s diversity.  Visit the Premier’s Spirit of Anzac Prize website for guidelines and to submit an application: https://www.vic.gov.au/soap. Applications close Monday, 29 April 2024. See Mr Grant or email grt@mwsc.vic.edu.au if you are interested!

 
 
 
 

Mr Thomas Grant
Acting Head of Student Voice