As a KHS Year Level Captain or KHS Values Captain, some of your responsibilities and things you will be involved in are;

• Meet weekly and be an active member of the Student Leadership Team – be inspired and develop leadership skills within the school community!
• Represent your year level and provide Student Voice/Action on all aspects of our school community.
• Help provide opportunities to acknowledge & celebrate student achievement at our school.
• Address your year level assemblies on issues/plans for the school.
• Assist in the running of whole school assemblies.
• Help organise and be a presence at whole school functions/ events – e.g. Swimming and Athletics Carnivals.
• helping coordinate and run student led events in our school and actively be involved in promotion of all things to do with the SLT and KHS in general.
  
• help manage the Student Leadership Lounge.
• At all times behave in a way that exemplifies your role and values of our school. Show leadership to all members of our school community.

A School Values Captain is a role that encompasses all of the above. However this a special role open to all students from Years 7-12 who have a passion for and would like to help be at the forefront of elevating their chosen value in our school community.

For example, see the role description for Diversity Captain below;

Diversity Captain

Roles / Responsibilities Criteria

The Diversity Captain serves as the vibrant heart and guiding force of our Diversity Club. They are not just a leader but a facilitator, responsible for inspiring our members, and representing our cause both within our school community and beyond. With a commitment to fostering inclusivity and empowering their fellow students, the Diversity Captain plays a pivotal role in championing diversity, equity, and inclusion at Kyneton High School.

Below is an outline of the skills / capabilities and responsibilities that would be required if you are selected for the role:

Responsibilities:

- Willingness to lead and facilitate club meetings and sessions. (training provided)

- Serve as the primary liaison between the club and school administration.

- Represent the club in school and community events.

- Work with a team to organise and oversee club initiatives and projects.

- Collaborate with club members to develop creative event ideas and plan, coordinate, and execute awareness campaigns and events (e.g., IDAHOBIT Day, Reconciliation Week, Harmony Day, WIP Day, Pride Month).

- Advocate for the inclusion and consideration of queer/trans students and culture in discussions related to school policies and facilities (e.g., sports facilities, bathrooms, uniforms).

- Communicate with the broader student body.

- Willingness to collaborate with school staff and administration on inclusive policies and practices.

- Monitor progress and implementation of changes.

- Keep a record of club meeting attendance for all members.

- Distribute and keep track of points or incentives for attendance.

- Encourage younger students to participate in club activities.

Skills and Capabilities:

*    Strong leadership and communication skills.

*    Willingness to run effective meetings, foster discussion, and manage conflicts. (Training provided)

*    Excellent organisational and time-management skills.

*    A deep understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion issues.

*    A commitment to the mission of the club.

*    Creativity and the ability to think outside the box.

*    Willingness to work collaboratively with school staff and administration.