Student Leadership & Public Speaking
Student Voice (SV)
Students Voice offers an opportunity to be involved in representing the College by organising activities and events that encourage other students to participate fully in College life and to advocate and engage with local and broader issues and opportunities that matter to young people. Membership is on a voluntary basis and joining the SV is a fantastic way to meet people, make connections within the College and community through planning and hosting events as part of a team and to learn or enhance leadership skills.
The Student Voice is responsible for organising a variety of activities, as well as helping develop policies and information that support the school and wider community. Some recent initiatives include: involvement in the Youth Climate Leaders program, Red Cross Blood Drive and Organ Donation awareness, Clothes Swap, Wear it Purple and collaborating with other colleges. Students also represent the College at various community functions such as the Anzac Day Parade and Service, School Association meetings and have the chance to attend many youth-focused conferences statewide.
At the beginning of the College year, students will be asked if they wish to become part Student Voice Home Group or simply the wider Student Voice body. Students can choose how they participate, either being involved in the core group or choosing to become part of events and initiatives that interest them.
Debating and Public Speaking
Launceston College has an excellent public speaking program, and has won the Parliamentary Shield and Rostrum Voice of Youth competitions, performing better than even the most prestigious private schools.
Debating is a great way to learn how to win arguments, while still sounding posh and proper. Whether students have no experience, or have debated since grade 7, all are welcoming to join! The roster runs during Terms 1 and 2, with weekly impromptu debates against schools across the North and North-West.
Additionally, students have the opportunity to represent Launceston College in a wide variety of national and local public speaking competitions including Lions Youth of the Year, Youth Parliament, and Rostrum Voice of Youth.
Amnesty International Group
The LC Amnesty International group focuses on campaigning for and improving human rights. It is a chance for students to come along and share their concerns and learn from others about local, national, and global issues. Students decide on what campaigns they want to become actively involved in, and guests, including local politicians and community groups, are often invited. The only requirement is a curiosity about the world in which we all live. All students and staff are welcome.
