Be Bold Be Heard Initiative – Clonard College Student Leadership

Throughout 2025, Clonard College students Chloe K, Ebony B, Sienna L, and Ruby K (of Year 10) have actively represented the school in the Be Bold Be Heard initiative, which empowers student voice and agency in education and community matters. The team has chosen to investigate the impact of mobile phone use at school on students’ mental health, social wellbeing, and educational outcomes. Their work has included attending interschool forums, consulting with school leadership, collecting student data. The students have also addressed staff collectively, explaining their project and the ways in which staff can contribute to students reducing their phone use. Most recently the Be Bold Be Heard team met with our Principal, Luci Quinn, and School Improvement Leader (Community and Culture) to discuss the findings of their research and the implications for school initiatives designed to reduce phone use. We are proud of the effort and leadership our students have shown through their involvement in the Be Bold Be Heard Initiative. As a College, we are committed to amplifying their voices by strengthening our education and support to help young people put their phones away and connect more meaningfully with each other and their learning.

Andrew Damon
School Improvement Leader: Community and Culture