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Yeppoon SHS | Senior Secondary Leadership Positions 2020

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2020 Senior Secondary Leadership Positions

Application Package



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2020 Senior Secondary Leadership Positions

Application Cover Sheet

Name of Nominee: __________________________________

Thank you for expressing an interest in nominating for a 2020 leadership position.

You are welcome to nominate for more than one leadership position (for example, you may nominate for a

School Captain position and a House Captain position).

You will be required to meet all expectations, as outlined in the senior privileges letter (2019) AND the application

package, which may include presenting a short speech.

Position Nomination

Please number the corresponding box to indicate your nomination/s.

For example, if you are only nominating for one position, please place a 1 in the appropriate box.

If you are nominating for three positions, please number the boxes in the order that you would wish to accept.

School

Captain

House

Captain

Music

Captain

Sports

Leader

Signature of Nominee: _________________________________

Date of Nomination: _________________________________



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School Captain Leadership Positions 2020

Dear Student

The following information outlines the expectations and protocols around applying for a school leadership position for 2020 and should be read in conjunction with the Senior Privileges letter, 2020. Being a school leader takes initiative, high levels of motivation and a passion for representing your school. Naturally, being a school leader is an achievement you can be proud of and use to influence positive change within your school. Being a school leader is also an excellent inclusion on your resume, as such a responsibility is held in high regard by most educational institutions and potential employers.

If you are interested, it is important to consider that the leadership process begins now. That is, your actions both within the school and wider community are taken into account as you journey through Year 11 and approach your final year as School Leaders at Yeppoon State High School. Between now and the Night of Excellence on Wednesday 6 November 2019, students interested in a leadership position will be invited to complete the following Application Package consisting of:

Following the initial application (documentation will be made available and support provided to complete this process), you will undergo a face-to-face interview to discuss your vision for the school in 2019, as well as your suitability for the role. During the interview, you will also be required to respond to a given scenario and discuss your response with the panel.

If you progress successfully through the interview stage, you will then present a two (2) minute speech to your peers on parade, explaining why they should vote for you.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 9 October 2019. Once completed, please return your application to the Dean, Senior School BODH staff room.

Thank you for your interest. We wish you all the best for 2019 and with your 2020 leadership application, should you be interested.

Kind regards

Mr Tom Black Ms Dani Pozzetti Dean Senior School Senior School Deputy Principal

Part B – Application Forms for Submission

Application and Selection Criteria

Applicant Dissertation

Teacher Reference

Part A – Student Information

STARS Attributes

Leadership Criteria

Election Process & Timeframes



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Part A

School Leader STARS Attributes

Leadership Criteria Applicants will meet the following standards* –

Excellent attendance – greater than 90% with all absences explained

Excellent work ethic – at least “very good” for effort in all subjects on term report cards

Excellent behaviour record – at least “very good” for behaviour in all subjects on term report cards

AND if behaviour records exist in One School, applicants need to write to the Principal outlining why

they should still be considered

Excellent participation in selected subjects – meeting all course requirements by submitting drafts

and assignments and attending all scheduled assessments

Excellent dress code – complying with school uniform policy by minimal uniform infringements and

no outstanding uniform detentions

Commendable school representation in school events – attend and contribute to (where possible)

specific events such as ANZAC March, Sports Carnival, etc

* Should you find yourself in a situation where you do not meet this criteria, you will need to meet with your

Year Level Coordinator to discuss your ability to redeem your good standing (which will be negotiated with

each individual case).



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Please be aware that these are ongoing expectations and a failure to demonstrate any of the above

attributes may result in the forfeiting of your position, should you be elected.

Election Process

Step 1. All positions are advertised

Step 2. A selection package is provided

Step 3. Applications are submitted by closing date

Step 3. Interviews are conducted with nominees

Step 4. Speeches are delivered by nominees to Year 10 & 11 students on senior assembly

Step 5. Voting by Students 1 vote = 1 point + Voting by Teachers 1 vote = 10 points

Step 6. Votes counted and results forwarded to Principal to make final judgement

Step 7. Sealed letters handed out to students close to Night of Excellence

Step 8. 2020 Captains are announced and recognised at Night of Excellence

Step 9. Meeting with Principal and Deputy Principals to discuss year ahead

Timelines for Leadership Positions

Term 3 Week 8 Monday 2 September 2019 Leadership information distributed and nominations open

Term 4

Week 1 Wednesday 9 October 2019 Nominations for 2019 leadership positions close

Week 2

Week 3 14 to 25 October 2019 Shortlisting and interviews with selection panel

Week 4 Monday 28 October 2019 School captain nomination speeches on senior assembly

Year 10-11 voting after assembly and staff voting (2 days)

Week 4 Wednesday 30 October 2019 Votes counted and results forwarded to the Principal

Week 5 Wednesday 6 November 2019 2020 Leaders announced at Night of Excellence



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Leadership Positions 2020

House Captain/Music Captain /Sports Leader

Dear Student

Thank you for your interest in applying for a 2020 Leadership position. Being a school leader takes initiative,

high levels of motivation and a passion for representing your school. Naturally, being a school leader is an

achievement you can be proud of and use to influence positive change within your school. Being a school

leader is also an excellent inclusion on your resume.

This Application Package consists of the following sections:

Part A – Student Information

House Captain / Music Captain / Sports Leader Election Process

Applicant Expectations

Part B – Application Forms for Submission

Nomination Form

Following the initial application (the documentation which follows this letter), you will undergo a face-to-

face interview to discuss your vision for the school in 2020, as well as your suitability for the role. During the

interview you will also be required to respond to a given scenario and discuss your response with the panel.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 9 October 2019. Once completed, please return applications

to your Year Level Coordinator in D Block staff room.

Thank you for your interest. We wish you all the best with your application.

Kind regards

Miss Katie Hauser Mr Ben Parker

Sports Coordinator HoD – Health & Physical Education

Mr Tom Black Ms Peta McAlister

Dean Senior School HoD – Performing Arts



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Part A

Election Process 2020 House Captain/Music Captain/Sports Leader

In order to be elected as a House Captain / Music Captain / Sports Leader in 2020 you must complete the

process below:

Step 1: Collect and complete the nomination form by the required date. Late nominations will not be

accepted.

Step 2: If your nomination is deemed satisfactory, you will undergo the interview process. You will be given

a date and time to meet with the Year Level Coordinator and the Head of Department for HPE or The Arts.

Step 3: If you meet the requirements of the position during the interview, you may be appointed as House

Captain/Music Captain/Sports Leader.

Step 4: Successful applicants will be announced at the Night of Excellence on Wednesday 6 November 2019.

Music Captain Expectations 2020

As Music Captain you will:

Exemplify the STARS expectations in rehearsals and performances, ensuring that ensemble

members are positively representing our school

Assist the instrumental staff in organising events, including concerts, competitions and fundraising

Promote the Instrumental Music Program at school assemblies, external functions and in the media

Attend regular meetings to organise events and provide input into the direction of The Arts

program / ensembles



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House Captain/Sports Leader Expectations 2020

As a school leader, you are expected to model the STARS values of our school and serve as a positive role

model to our junior students and your peers. Below are several other expectations for students who are

successfully elected as House Captains / Sports Leaders:

Within the school environment you will:

be willing to talk and motivate students on house parades in front of over 250 students prior to

carnivals

lead by example: your peers will look up to you, therefore you must ensure you model excellent

effort and behaviour

organise at least one junior lunchtime activities session per term

As part of the Sports Committee, you will:

work collaboratively with committee members to plan for new sporting attire and equipment

(for all school sport)

promote and / or assist (spectator, manager, coach) with school sports teams

plan for house spirit activities throughout the year

work directly with Student Parliament, HPE HoD and Sports Coordinator

attend regular meetings to generate plans to improve sport and house spirit at YSHS

In regards to our Sports Carnivals, you will:

assist in the creation and maintenance of house mascots to use on house parades and on

carnival days. You may wish to organise war cries and other activities that foster a healthy,

competitive edge to our sporting carnivals.

attend all carnivals for their duration. Arrive by 8 am at the latest to assist in setting up.

Remain behind after carnivals until 4 pm to assist with pack up

help set up house tents and any other organisational tasks (you are responsible for your house’s

tent on the day)

assist in making the day run smoothly by getting participants to their events on time and by

encouraging peers to compete in the events (you will receive a program to assist you with this)

Overall, this is a fun position, so enjoy the extra responsibility and do not be afraid to ask teachers if

you need help or have any ideas for how to improve the house spirit within our school.

Please be aware that these are consistent expectations and a failure to demonstrate any of the above

attributes may result in the forfeiting of your position, should you be elected.



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Election Process

Step 1. All positions are advertised

Step 2. A selection package is provided

Step 3. Applications are submitted by closing date

Step 4. Interviews are conducted with nominees

Step 5. Recommendations are forwarded to the Principal

Step 6. Principal makes final judgement on nominated positions

Step 7. Sealed letters handed out to students close to Night of Excellence

Step 8. 2020 Captains are announced and recognised at Night of Excellence

Step 9. Meeting with HoD HPE/The Arts to discuss year ahead

Timelines for House Captain/Music Captain/ Sports Leader

Term 3 Week 8 Monday 2 September 2019 Leadership information distributed and nominations open

Term 4

Week 1 Wednesday 9 October 2019 Nominations for 2019 leadership positions close

Week 2

Week 3 14 to 25 October 2019 Shortlisting and interviews with selection panel

Week 4 Monday 28 October 2019 School captain nomination speeches on senior assembly

Year 10-11 voting after assembly and staff voting (2 days)

Week 4 Wednesday 30 October 2019 Votes counted and results forwarded to the Principal

Week 5 Wednesday 6 November 2019 2020 Leaders announced at Night of Excellence



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