6 PLC in Pri nt | J u ly 2 0 2 1
Leader: ‘An articulate, capable and responsible person of integrity who works collaboratively, has a heart for service and uses her education to make the world a better place.’ Graduate Outcomes, PLC’s Strategic Plan: Towards 2023 and Beyond
The PLC Leadership Journey
‘I get tissue for my friends when they’re sad. I help them feel better.’ Ada – toddler
In our Strategic Plan we look towards the future, to the graduate outcomes to which we want every girl to aspire: Scholar, Thinker, Advocate, Citizen, Leader. In this issue of PLC in Print, we focus on leadership and listen to the voices of our students as they develop leadership competencies through the opportunities afforded them at PLC.
‘I help!’ Bonnie – infant group
EARLY LEARNING CENTTRE
Helping ‘Sometimes I help my friends make paper fans and butterflies. I show them what to do.’ Lauren - 3-year-old Kindergarten
Leadership in the Early Learning Centre Leading ourselves and then leading others takes time, patience and an environment that fosters and supports independence and shared responsibility. In the Early Learning Centre, leadership is developed through playful learning experiences, allowing children to recognise and develop a sense of themselves, their community and their place in the world. Everyday responsibilities embed leadership in routines and rituals which set patterns and traditions for life. Children share their skills with each other in their work, take responsibility for setting up their learning spaces, mealtimes and rest times and contribute to shared decision-making. Collaboration and belonging to a community of learners sets the foundation for strong leadership capabilities.
‘We have jobs and at lunchtime we ask who wants to serve food and we put drinks out on the tables and we tidy up where we play.’ Bella – 4-year-old Pre-Prep
‘I love to hear other people’s ideas. As a leader I need to be caring, I have to listen and I have to take responsibility. Layla – Year 4
‘Showing leadership is making sure everybody feels part of the team and being kind and loving. Leaders have to be humble, not boastful.’ Eva – Year 1
JUNIOR SCHOOL
‘My leadership experience showed me that I am capable of talking to many people and not to be afraid of new experiences.’ Kiyara – Year 3
