Our Senior Secondary Advisory Panel
VicSRC's Senior Secondary Advisory Panel was made with support from the Victorian Department of Education in 2025 as a response to our Policy Platform priority "Definitions of Success".
Victorian students have raised issues with the Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) and the Victorian Certificate of Applied Learning (VCAL) for many years. Over countless years of VicSRC Congress, students have continually identified the need for fairer, more equitable VCE opportunities.
Our panel is represented by students from all school sectors, all senior secondary pathways, from both metropolitan Melbourne and regional and rural Victoria.
This panel works directly with the Victorian Department of Education to make sure students have an opportunity to talk directly with government about how to make senior secondary schooling better for every student in Victoria with the ongoing senior secondary reforms.
Olivia
Oliviashe/her
VCE Vocational Major Student
Olivia attends a Metro Government School
Hey! I’m Liv, I'm a year 12 student from metro Melbourne studying VCE VM. I’m passionate on improving the VM curriculum and how it’s taught in schools and by doing so reducing the stigma that follows VM. I’m an aspiring pastry chef and spend most of my free time recipe testing and baking up a storm.
Ashton
Ashtonthey/she
VCE Vocational Major
Ashton attends a Regional Government School
With over five years of dedicated service as a Volunteer and experience as a school captain, I am passionate about enhancing Victoria's curriculum to foster inclusivity and student leadership. I enjoy working with diverse groups of people, and am passionate about improving the lives of others through service.
Eena
Eenashe/her
School-Based Apprentice or Trainee
Eena attends a Metro Government School
I’m passionate about mechanics and love working with engines and machines. I’m also a committed student in the fields of environmental conservation and automotive technology, always eager to learn and improve. With a strong enthusiasm for making a positive impact, I’m driven to find sustainable solutions and be part of real change in both the education system and our world.
Terri
Terrishe/her
Victorian Pathways Certificate Student
Terri attends a Metro Government School
Hi, I’m name is Terri I joined the panel so I could share my opinions and my ideas because I go to an alternative School. I like sports and I crochet!
Christopher
Christopherhe/him
Victorian Pathways Certificate Student
Christopher attends a Regional Government School
Ella Rose
Ella Roseshe/her
VCE Student Studying VET
Ella Rose attends a Regional Government School
Hi! I’m Ella. I love reading, writing, music, and theatre. I also enjoy helping others and being involved in making decisions at school. I go to Maryborough Education Centre and I’m in Year 11, studying VCE and a VET Certificate II in Cookery. I want to help make school easier for senior students, especially since many of us had our learning disrupted by COVID-19. I also care a lot about stopping bullying and discrimination, especially against people of different races and those in the LGBTQIA+ community. I believe every student deserves to feel safe and supported.
Ayla
Aylashe/her
VCE Student
Ayla attends a Metro Government School
My name is Ayla Rose Newman, I am a year 12 student! I have previous education experience from independent Steiner schooling, the private school system and public education which has shaped me into who I am, influenced my values and sparked my passion to improve and reform educational experiences for students all across Victoria in every education program increasing equity. We are seeing increased numbers of low attendance throughout all education programs within Victoria, and I am incredibly passionate about preventing and changing those numbers.
Katherine
Katherineshe/her
VCE Student studying VET
Katherine attends a Metro Government School
Aya
Ayashe/her
VCE Student studying VET
Aya attends a Metro Independent School
Aya is a student from North Melbourne and a passionate member of the VicSRC Senior Secondary Pathways Student Advisory Panel. She is committed to improving education for all students and ensuring girls and young women feel empowered and included in every aspect of society. As a part-time basketball coach and referee, she values the role of sport in building confidence, resilience, and leadership. Aya is excited to bring her experiences, both in education and sport—to the table, and is dedicated to listening to students from all backgrounds to help shape a more inclusive, equitable, and student-driven education system across Victoria.
Hiwan
Hiwanshe/her
VCE Vocational Major
Hiwan attends a Metro Independent School
Hi I’m Hiwan, a Year 11 student from West Melbourne. I am someone who is dedicated and motivated with a passion for leadership, teamwork, and making a positive difference in my school community. I have experience working collaboratively with others, taking initiative, and helping to organise and support school and community events. I pride myself on being approachable, responsible, and driven to represent the voices of my peers. I’m excited to contribute to the positive changes that are being made.
Chelsea
Chelseashe/her
VCE Vocational Major
Chelsea attends a Metro Independent School
Hey, I’m Chelsea! I’m here to advocate for a way to better our educational system to help students who have trouble with schooling. I’ve had a lot of different schooling experiences which I hope to use to empower my goals. I have a strong passion for students to be able to learn in way that’s comfortable and beneficial to their needs. I am eager to work with everyone as part of the VicSRC team to make our voices heard.
Cidra
Cidrashe/her
VCE Student Studying VET
Cidra attends a Regional Catholic School
Bella
Bellashe/her
School-Based Apprentice or Trainee
Bella attends a Regional Catholic School
Bella is a passionate photographer in her spare time and youth advocate with a strong commitment to mental health awareness and education support. She believes that every young person deserves access to quality education and the resources to support their mental wellbeing, no matter their background or pathway. Bella is excited to represent young people and collaborate with others to create a more inclusive and supportive future for all students.
Blayne
Blaynehe/him
VCE Student
Blayne attends a Regional Catholic school.
Hi, I’m Blayne I am a year 12 student. I’m a proud Yorta Yorta, Taungurung and Wiradjuri man. I’m super passionate about improving the school and education system for both current and upcoming Indigenous and non-Indigenous students across Victoria. I have had many opportunities to take on various leadership roles in the past few years and have a deep passion for volunteer work in my community. I am proud to bring my experiences and passions to VicSRC and help improve education for students across Victoria! And make my mob proud!