Objectives of Salesian College Student Council
Representation and Advocacy
- Empowers students to voice opinions and advocate for their interests.
- To contribute to the development of school policies.
Leadership Development:
- Develops essential skills such as communication, teamwork, and responsibility.
Event Planning and Coordination:
- Develops organisational and project management skills while boosting school spirit.
Communication Skills:
- Improve public speaking, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Enhance communication between students, management, staff and parents.
Decision-Making Experience:
- Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, and consensus-building.
School Improvement:
- Contributes to positive changes, bringing fresh ideas and innovation.
Personal Growth:
- Builds confidence, facilitates personal development, and self-discovery.
- To nurture a range of important skills among students, such as participating in meetings, negotiating, responsible leadership and collaborative problem solving.
Networking Opportunities:
- Establish connections with peers, teachers, and those outside the school community.
- Promote friendship and respect among pupils.
Projects
Projects may include, but are not limited to areas such as:
- Charity fundraisers
- Mental health awareness campaigns
- Physical improvement of the school
- Community improvement projects
Elections
Student Council elections took place in October 2023. Interested students completed an application form in order to be considered for a place on the council. Successful candidates now attend this year’s student council with representatives from each year group.
The following students were elected to lead the council this year:
Chairperson – Andrew O’Brien, 6th Year
Secretary – Albina Burykina, Transition Year
P.R. – Shane Fitzgerald, Transition Year
Treasurer – Amelia Stokes, Transition Year
Weekly meetings take place every Wednesday with different items being raised and discussed with and in the presence of Mr. Lavan and Mr. D. Ryan.
Fundraisers & Initiatives
Our more recent fundraisers included:
- 2022/23 The Children’s Grief Centre Bake Sale and Easter Egg Raffle
- 2023/24 Ronald McDonald House Christmas Movie Day
Our school initiatives included:
- School Canteen Menu
- Card Machine in Canteen
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