SRC Masterclass
Episode 10: Beyond SRC: Helping All Students Find Their Voice
In this final episode, we focus on inclusion. This means ensuring that all students feel represented and heard through their SRC. The discussion highlights how inclusion strengthens leadership, fosters a sense of belonging, and enhances mental health and wellbeing. The episode also explores the transformative impact of SRCs when they are run with a focus on inclusivity and active participation.
Takeaway message
Inclusion in SRCs is not just about fairness. It’s about recognising and fostering the potential in every student. By tapping into diverse voices, schools create thriving communities where students feel empowered, valued, and connected. This foundation strengthens both individuals and the wider school culture.
Your homework (optional)
- Review SRC membership: Ensure diverse representation, including students from varied cultural backgrounds, abilities, and economic circumstances.
- Promote Leadership for All: Create mechanisms to include quieter, less confident, or marginalised students in leadership roles.
- Integrate Inclusion with Peer Support: Explore Peer Support as a complementary model for fostering inclusion across year levels.
- Evaluate Your Approach: Reflect on how well your SRC fosters inclusivity and engages all voices in the school community.
- Empower Students as Partners: Involve students in shaping the school’s inclusivity strategies, using their unique insights to drive positive change.
- Provide Training for Coordinators: Equip SRC leaders with tools and resources to create meaningful, inclusive experiences for all students.
