SRC Term 2 Wrap Up

Early this term we celebrated International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Interphobia & Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), which took place on May 17th. IDAHOBIT celebrates LGBTQIA+ people globally, and raises awareness for the work still needed to combat discrimination. The SRC has always championed a school community that is inclusive and supportive of all of our students, including those that identify as LGBTQIA+. In celebration of IDAHOBIT, students baked cupcakes which were handed out to staff and students during lunch time. In addition to this, we transformed our SRC Noticeboard to promote pride and inclusivity, and SRC staff handed our IDAHOBIT stickers and badges. The SRC were so proud of our effort to support our LGBTQIA+ students, and have already begun plans for next term, where we will celebrate Wear It Purple Day on August 26th. 

Lastly, a goal of this term was to start supporting our students to engage in leadership opportunities around the school. This included presenting at Assembly on behalf of the SRC for our fortnightly updates to the school community, and presenting at the Executive Staff meeting to advocate their ideas to our School’s leadership team.

Another way students have contributed to advocate for student voice at school was the introduction of the SRC virtual suggestion box, which was student led in its development and launch. We’d like to thank the students that participated in these activities- it was a great way to increase confidence and engage in activities that support student voice. 

On behalf of the SRC, we hope everyone in the Rivendell School community enjoys the winter term break. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday 19th July- our first SRC meeting back will be Thursday of Week 1.