In the afternoon of 27th of May 2025, Primary School Leaders from around Penrith met together in Panthers for a civics reception congratulating them. There were many different schools that attended such as Blackwell Public School and Claremont Meadows Public School. A leader would get their name called, followed by the other leader of the school (if the school had two leaders). They would be presented with their certificate, then shake the mayor of Penrith, Todd Carney, then take their photo with him. There was a big photo with all the schools together at the end. We even knew some of the students from other schools that attended. This was a wonderful opportunity for us and many other student leaders from the Penrith region.

By Scarlett S and James H – Primary School Captains