Student Leadership
We are convinced that the development of leadership skills is a vital element in the education of young people. By leadership we mean the ability to plan, carry out and evaluate activities or events with and for others. The world is now so competitive and changing so rapidly that many of our young people will need to lead in order to earn a good living. At the very least, everyone needs to be a leader in order to carry out family responsibilities.
We provide a large number of high quality leadership opportunities. To find out more, please speak to Mr Downes who oversees student leadership across the whole school.
School Council:
The School Council meets with Mr. Downes on a Tuesday Lunchtime, Week 1, in room HU7. In these meetings, over 30 school councillors will discuss and debate the key issues of importance to young people in the school. The pupils will then get a chance to vote on proposals that are then put forward to Mr. Wendon and the SLT. Key successes of the Council include: the renaming of 'The Bridge' to the 'Liskeard School Wellbeing Hub', the addition of extra seating around the school yards for students at social times, and the initiation of a School Charity Day in the Summer Term.
Come along and make a difference!
Year Team Councils:
In September, each Form Tutor Group help democratic elections for our Year Team Councils. These 14 students will then hold bi-weekly meetings with their Head of Year and Assistant Head of Year to discuss and debate key issues within the Year Groups. These messages and solutions are then channelled back to Mr. Downes, who works with Mr. Wendon to implement new initiatives based on student feedback. Year Team councillors listed below:
| Year | Tutor Group | Student 1 | Student 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | L | Roxanne Reardon | Enquire with Form Tutor |
| I | Maggie Sayers | Hallie Parcell | |
| S | Amber Davies | Mason Reeve | |
| K | Oliver Webb | Charlie Goodman | |
| E | Marci Sadler Hughes | Layton Jenkins | |
| A | Poppy O'Carroll | Tyren Mousley | |
| R | Billy Baker | Sadie Crook | |
| 8 | L | Enquire with Form Tutor | Enquire with Form Tutor |
| I | Tean Morford | Finley Nicholls | |
| S | Violet Ollerenshaw | Freddie Hannah | |
| K | Enquire with Form Tutor | Alex Scanlon | |
| E | Jess Beaumont | Enquire with Form Tutor | |
| A | Esme Pratt | Willow Copplestone | |
| R | Alfie Thomas | Benjamin White | |
| 9 | L | Tom Riddle | Leo King |
| I | Archie Steed | Enquire with Form Tutor | |
| S | Elvie Gardian | Kailyn Willows | |
| K | Ave Kaseke | Fred Skakerley | |
| E | Enquire with Form Tutor | Dylan Hollington-Wyatt | |
| A | Eva-Rose Stroud | Yani Trivedi | |
| R | Gabriella | Daisy Moyes | |
| 10 | L | Lachlan Hill | Enquire with Form Tutor |
| I | Enquire with Form Tutor | Olivia S-G / Ava S-K | |
| S | Owen Riddle | Enquire with Form Tutor | |
| K | Enquire with Form Tutor | Amelia Lee / Molly Gladwell | |
| E | Imogen Rowe | Lachie Grant | |
| A | Noah Medlin | Maggie Head | |
| R | Enquire with Form Tutor | Chinmayi Shanbhag |
Year 11 Prefects:
We hold Prefect applications in January of Year 10 for all those who wish to apply. Students complete an application letter and are then interviewed by Mr. Downes, Mr. Wendon and the SLT. Once successful, the Year 10 Prefects will then work as understudies to the current Year 11 Prefect team, until the handover is complete at the beginning of the Summer Term.
Year 11 Prefects have significant responsibilities around the school. Their duties include: Representing the school at whole school events, speaking at ceremonies and Open Evenings, mentoring Year 7 pupils at social times, attending the School Council, and completing projects on behalf of the school.
This year, the Year 11 Prefects conducted a project on the issues of corridors around the school site. The Prefects presented their research to the Head Teacher and Governors. The students developed clear and informative solutions, which the school will look to act upon.
Year 11 Prefects:
Head Prefects:
Exciting Announcements: Congratulations to Our New Prefects, Committee Members, and Monitors!
We are thrilled to announce the successful students who have been appointed to the following roles for the upcoming school year. These students have shown outstanding dedication and leadership potential, and we are excited to see the incredible work they will do in representing our school and making a positive impact on our school community.
Whole School Prefects:
The Whole School Prefects are students who will represent the school in a variety of important roles. These students will be involved in events such as Open Evenings, giving presentations to staff and students, working on key projects for the Head Teacher, collecting and presenting student feedback, attending School Council sessions, representing LSCC in the wider community, and delivering presentations during assemblies.
We are pleased to announce the following students as our new Whole School Prefects:
- Head Prefect: Olivia (10I)
- Head Prefect: Lachie (10E)
- Samuel (10I)
- Ava (10I)
- Billie (10I)
- Lexie (10R)
- Allana (10R)
- Amelia (10K)
- Molly (10K)
- Phoebe (10L)
Their role will be supported by Staff Line Managers, Mr. Wendon and Mr. Downes, who will guide them throughout the year.
Committee Members:
Our Committee Members will take on the exciting task of organising some of our school’s most anticipated events. This includes organising the Prom, preparing the Year 11 Leavers' Book, coordinating Year 11 Hoodies, acting as representatives on the Year 11 School Council, and running the Year 11 Newsletter.
Please join us in congratulating the following students on their appointment to the Committee:
- Lexie (10R)
- Charlie (10I)
- Roo (10K)
- Owen (10S)
- Chinmayi (10R)
- Imogen (10E)
- Student (10R)
- Student (10S)
- Eliza (10S)
- Noah (10A)
The Committee will be working closely with Staff Line Managers, Ms. Truscott and Ms. Chapman, to make these events a great success.
Monitors:
Our Monitors play an essential role in maintaining the smooth operation of our school on a day-to-day basis. These students will be responsible for monitoring lunch hall lines for Year 7, leading and organising the Year 8 Peer Mentor team, managing litter collection during lunchtimes, patrolling the Year 7 Yard, and running Quiet Club.
The following students have been appointed as Monitors:
- Amie (10R)
- Holly (10R)
- Luke (10A)
- Kai (10R)
- Mat (10R)
- Isla (10S)
- Poppy (10S)
- Alex (10R)
- Jack (10R)
Staff Line Managers, Ms. Arnold and Ms. Chapple, will be overseeing their work and supporting them throughout their duties.
A Big Congratulations!
We are incredibly proud of all of these students and are excited to see them take on these important leadership roles. Their commitment to making a difference in our school community is truly inspiring, and we look forward to the great contributions they will make over the coming months.
The Master Mission:
What is the main purpose of the Master Mission, and what benefits does it offer to students?
The Master Mission is a non-academic student challenge that enables pupils to build their wider cultural capital and develop life skills. Although it is part of our non-compulsory home learning, we do encourage all pupils to participate.
How are the Master Mission awards structured, and what is the duration for completing each challenge?
Each term, students will undertake either the Bronze, Silver or Gold award. Each award has 6 challenges spread across a 12-14 week period. Once challenges have been completed, pupils will need to present evidence of them undertaking each task. This should be written/stuck into the 'evidence sheets' within their Master Mission journal.
What is the school's approach to recognising and rewarding successful students in the Master Mission challenges?
The school will celebrate excellence in each challenge with successful pupils receiving prizes on a bi-weekly basis. At the end of the academic year, students who have completed all of their Master Mission challenges will be invited to an awards ceremony at school.
How can parents and guardians get involved in the Master Mission and support their children in completing tasks?
We would love for parents/guardians to engage with the Master Mission and collaborate with our students in completing each task. Hopefully you will all have fun!
Best of luck! Remember... contest, create, complete!
#TeamLiskeard
Master Mission Bronze Challenge
Task 1
Design or build an object that will make your life easier or more enjoyable
Our year 7 students have really impressed me with their ideas! Over 120 students completed this challenge! The pupils made phone holders, sound amplifiers, cat-themed cushions, ceramic mugs and translation microphones. This week's winner is Deyan Martin Callejas Ruiz. Having only just arrived in the UK last month, Deyan designed his own translation tool, to help him between Spanish and English 🙂
Bronze Master Mission Challenge 2 is focused on Food Technology. Pupils are required to - Cook a healthy meal (or design a healthy recipe) for you and your family/friends. Explain the health benefits of the meal to encourage others to eat healthier.
Task 2
Our Year 7 students have successfully completed their second Bronze Master Mission challenge: Cook a healthy meal (or design a healthy recipe) for family and friends. As part of the challenge, they were asked to explain the health benefits of their meals to inspire others to adopt healthier eating habits.
The creativity and dedication shown by our students have been truly impressive! A large number of them embraced this challenge with enthusiasm, preparing a variety of delicious and nutritious dishes, including spinach cakes, spaghetti bolognese, quiche, sea bass, and even a classic roast dinner.
What made this mission even more special was seeing the students spending quality time with their parents and guardians while working on their culinary creations. This week's winner is Ziva Corrigan (7A)🙂
Keep up the amazing work, everyone—your dedication to these missions continues to inspire!
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Bronze Master Mission Challenge 3 is focused on Safeguarding Awareness. Pupils are required to - Create an anti-bullying poster, or a PPT for Assembly. The winning poster will be copied and put up around school.
Task 3
Our Year 7 students have successfully completed their third and final Bronze Master Mission challenge - Create an anti-bullying poster, or a PPT for Assembly. The winning poster will be copied and put up around school.
Our Year 7 students have truly impressed us once again with their creativity and enthusiasm! A remarkable number of them participated in this challenge, producing an array of thoughtful work, including posters, leaflets, and advice scrolls. It was wonderful to see them collaborating with their PSHE teachers during this challenge. This week's winner is Layton Jenkins (7E)🙂
Silver Master Mission Challenge 1 is focused on The Arts. Pupils are required to - Create a piece of art, music, dance, or a performance.
Master Mission Silver Challenge
Task 1
Our Year 7 students have just completed their first Silver Master Mission challenge – creating a piece of art, music, dance, or a performance.
I have been truly impressed by their creativity and dedication! They have produced amazing artwork, built intricate pieces, and choreographed fantastic dance videos. It’s been wonderful to see their ideas come to life.
This week's winner is Keira Barrett (7A) – congratulations! 🙂
Silver Master Mission Challenge 2 is focused on English. Pupils are required to - Design a ‘Word of the Day’ calendar for the month of February, including 28 ambitious words, with their definitions.
Task 2
Our Year 7 students have finished their second Silver Master Mission challenge - Design a ‘Word of the Day’ calendar for the month of February, including 28 ambitious words, with their definitions.
Special thanks to the English department for supporting this challenge.
Year 7 continue to impress us with their ideas! The students worked with their English teachers to design some imaginative ways to develop their lexicon (examples below). This week's winner is Eden Jennings (7I) 🙂
Silver Master Mission Challenge 3 is focused on Careers. Pupils are required to - Using a picture of yourself (either photo or drawn), name your dream job – then research it. Include the salary and the skills you will need, as well as the pathways to that job.
Task 3
Our Year 7 students have completed their third Silver Master Mission challenge - Using a picture of yourself (either photo or drawn), name your dream job – then research it. Include the salary and the skills you will need, as well as the pathways to that job.
Special thanks to the Ms. Hydes and Year 7 FTs for supporting with this challenge.
At 11 years old, Mr. Downes likely dreamed of 'playing up front for Tottenham Hotspur'—and perhaps he still does..., but our Year 7s provided more imaginative and creative future occupations. We have future barbers, automotive engineers, police officers, authors, vets, wildlife conservationists and surgeons (examples below). This week's winner is Billy Baker (7R) 🙂
Silver Master Mission Challenge 4 is focused on British Values. Pupils are required to - Write a letter to a local politician about an issue you are passionate about.
Charity Awareness:
Every year, the School Council votes in 3 charity partners for the school to work with across an academic year. The students decided that the charities represented are 'local', 'national' and 'international'. The 3 chosen charities for 2024/2025 are listed below:
In July 2024, the school also held it's inaugural 'Charity Day'. Each Year Group conducted a 75 min sponsored walk around the school grounds, raising huge amounts of money for worthy causes.
Active Council:
The school Active Council is run by Ms. Rowe in the PE Department. The students are chosen for their excellence in Physical Education and support the PE department throughout the school year. The Active Councillors have helped students engage in sports activities during social times, help the PE department organise County games events, as well as supporting the school prepare for Sports Day.
Trust Student Council:
Members of the School Council are democratically elected to represent Liskeard School on a SMART Trust basis. These 8 pupils will represent the student-body on crucial Microsoft Teams Meetings, and will be in attendance at student Trust events across the year. Their mission is to help provide the Trust with feedback on how best to improve the day-to-day workings of the school for pupils.
Student Subject Leaders:
Each subject department nominates enthusiastic and committed students to represent their subject across the year. Student Subject Leaders help to: Run KS3 homework clubs, GCSE revision sessions, participate the subject at Open Evening, as well as promoting student voice within departments.
Peer Mentoring:
What is a Peer Mentor?
Peer Mentors are older students who provide advice, support and a friendly listening ear to younger students.
What does being a Peer Mentor at Liskeard School involve?
Peer Mentors are given full training on all the aspects of the role in the Summer Term. They then play a key role in Year 6 Induction Day and Evening, welcoming students, showing them and their parents around the school, answering questions and generally helping them feel at home. This may also involve visiting Year 6 students in their own school.
From September onwards, Peer Mentors are out and about in Year 7 areas at break and lunch, wearing bright yellow badges, answering questions and being a friendly face! Some Peer Mentors even get to accompany Year 7 on their trip to Porthpean!
Each Peer Mentor is attached to a particular Year 7 tutor group and attend Year 7 tutor period to help and support as required.
Peer Mentors are there to listen to students’ problems and anxieties for the whole academic year. This could involve anything from helping a Year 7 student organise their homework to comforting them because of something that has happened at home. All Peer Mentors are given Child Protection training to help them deal with any scenario they may come across.
What commitment do Peer Mentors need to make?
To attend:
- The Peer Mentor Training Day
- Year 6 Induction Evening
- Year 7 Parents’ Evening
- To spend one tutor period a week with their allocated Year 7 tutor group.
- To give up break and lunchtimes, particularly in the Autumn Term to ensure Year 7 settle in well.
What qualities would I need to have to be a Peer Mentor?
- A big smile!
- Good communication skills
- The ability to form relationships
- Confidence
- Enthusiasm
- Trustworthiness
- Empathy
- Ability to be supportive
Which year group do I need to be in to apply?
Year 8
How many positions are available?
24.
How do I apply?
Download an application form here. Email it to tdownes@liskeard.net or print it out and give it into Reception.
