Aston

FROM OUR ASTON HOUSE CAPTAIN

The Overall Rewarding Experience

Entering the role of the Aston House Captain completely changed my Loreto experience in the most incredible and exciting way. The number of rewarding experiences I got are too many to count and will be forever treasured. I have not only been given the opportunity to lead Aston, but also have developed cherished and irreplaceable relationships with girls across all different year groups. I have had the opportunity to work with amazing Year 12s on the Student Council and Aston House Council and have also become closer to teachers, especially my Head of House (Mrs Divya Stanger) who always reached out to support me, had impeccable organisation skills, and cared for me whenever I was stressed. I also am grateful for my Aston 6 Tutor (Mrs Michelle Bacash) as she always believed in me and lifted me up. It has been the most gratifying and exceptional experience to be the Aston House Captain. It has allowed me to blossom and become stronger, and it has enabled me to have the ‘bestest’ last year of school!

Year 7

Getting to meet the Year 7s and getting to be their role model as they entered school was 100% the most remarkable part of being Aston Captain. The amount of energy they all had amazed me, and I’ve loved every minute I’ve spent with them, whether it be on Orientation Day, chats in the hallway, emailing back and forth, hanging out at recess and lunch, or at the lockers before and after school. Being in this leadership role allowed me to become so much closer to them and they were all bright rays of sunshine no matter what, never failing to boost my energy and mood. A few of the Year 7s have become my good friends (especially my own Year 7 buddy who is a sassy mini-me!).

Tutor Group & Relationships

As Aston Captain, I was able to talk to the House often and boost them with my energy. As a result, people got to know me a lot better, and I formed extraordinary relationships with Aston girls across all year groups. I loved whenever people would come to me to ask questions, for advice, to rant about problems, or even for a chat – every interaction was always so special. But especially, the connections I fostered with my Tutor Group were irreplaceable – we have become a family over my time at Loreto. Every single one of us was extremely close with one another and it was always the most loving atmosphere. It was a privilege to experience our last Athletics Carnival and Music Festival in person before we left! We screamed our throats out at Athletics Carnival and dressed up as Avengers. But the experience I was most grateful for was performing in Music Festival, working with Isabella Leonardi (Aston Music Conductor) and Emma Flaherty (Aston Music Leader). Every Aston girl looked so gorgeous in their braids and purple ribbons, and sang their hearts out with the biggest smiles, because of how well Bella conducted them. Speaking at the lectern in front of thousands of people with one of my best friends Emma was an unforgettable experience. We had been excited to do it together for so long! Overall, standing on that stage of the enormous ICC venue one last time was so special.

In My Heart Forever

I wouldn’t trade my role as Aston House Captain for anything in the world. There have been stressful and difficult times, but it was all worth it. It has honestly been the most rewarding experience and a blessing. I couldn’t be more grateful. I love you, Astonators.

Yasmin Say Aston House Captain