The Student Citizenship Award recognises outstanding young people in the City of Wanneroo. Learn about eligibility, nomination requirements and how schools can put forward students each year.
Student eligibility
To be eligible, students must:
Be a resident of the City of Wanneroo.
Attend a school within the City.
Be enrolled in Year 6 or Year 12.
Not have previously received the same award.
Nomination criteria
When considering students for nomination, schools should assess whether the student:
Has made a significant positive contribution to the local community.
Demonstrates leadership qualities.
Actively participates in community life
Shows commitment to enhancing their school or local community.
Schools may nominate one male and one female student, though single nominations are also accepted.
Year 12 recipients who meet the criteria for the Young Community Citizen of the Year Award will be automatically considered for that award.
How to nominate
Nominations are invited from all schools within the City of Wanneroo.
A link to the online nomination form will be provided when the next round opens.
Nomination periods usually close in late September. Final dates will be confirmed for the 2026 award cycle.
Presentation of awards
Award recipients receive:
A framed certificate.
An engraved medallion.
Awards are presented at the school’s graduation ceremony or end-of-year assembly, depending on the school’s schedule.
