At Southport State High School, we empower students to lead and make a difference through two key roles: school captains and pillar leaders. Every year level has the opportunity to participate in our leadership program, where students can apply to become pillar leaders aligned with one of our four “Pillars”: Academic, Community, Culture, and Sport. This innovative approach allows students to take on specialized roles that showcase their unique interests and strengths while organizing initiatives that benefit the entire school community. Through their efforts, every student has the opportunity to earn house points in a friendly, spirited competition, reinforcing our TORO values through events, fundraisers, and activities they plan and manage themselves.
In addition to our pillar leaders, our school captains are selected from across the year 12 student body to represent the entire school. They serve as role models by upholding high standards in uniform, attendance, enthusiasm, and responsibility. Captains work closely with pillar leaders and staff to promote school initiatives, coordinate school-wide events, and ensure that every student is supported in a clean, safe, and engaging environment.
Our expectations for student leaders are as follows:
- Assist with and conduct school assemblies.
- Serve as role models for all students by upholding high standards in uniform, attendance, enthusiasm, responsibility, and dedication to our TORO values.
- Actively promote and participate in both pillar-specific and whole-school sporting events.
- Communicate effectively with students, staff, and the wider community to support school initiatives and their respective pillar.
- Meet regularly with their pillar groups to plan and coordinate activities.
Together, our school captains and pillar leaders form a dynamic leadership team that not only develops essential leadership skills but also strengthens our school community, fostering a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere where every student can thrive.
2026 School Captains
Sahara Jefferson - Isabella Narain - Wil Gibson - Van McDonald
Maddison Attree - You Jie Huang
To establish a universal value for learning, by encouraging and motivating all students to become life-long learners. Thus, providing them with inclusive opportunities, in preparation for real world pathways and success.
Kristina Carroll - Poojitha Shyam
Encourage and inspire students to contribute to their community, be apart of something greater than themselves and secure their place in their community.
Jethro Williamson - Layla Hodzic
To encourage an all-inclusive growth mindset towards cultural events. Breaking down the cultural assumptions attached to those activities, giving the arts a new lens.
Ruby Peat - Hope Broadhurst
To provide equitable sporting opportunities for students to engage with others, encourage sportsmanship and maintain positive attitudes.
