Meet Our School Captains

and through talking to others, about how to improve our School. I wanted to use this valuable learning opportunity to make our students at St Catherine’s have the most enjoyable, memorable experience.

WHAT ARE THE KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF BEING SCHOOL CAPTAIN?

Ava: I think that being School Captain means not only being a voice for the School, but also encouraging and ensuring that each girl knows that their opinions and ideas are valued and that they too have a voice within our community, a voice that people will listen to.

Flora: It is one’s duty to be the best version of themselves upon gaining a leadership role. While I can’t say that I’m perfect, I still think that it’s my responsibility to constantly improve and be someone who others can look up to.

WHAT IS ONE WORD THAT BEST DESCRIBES THE KIND OF SCHOOL CAPTAIN YOU WOULD LIKE TO BE?

Ava: At the end of the year, I hope to be remembered as a fearless leader.

A School Captain who fearlessly supported her peers. Who fearlessly empowered students, who fearlessly pursued her passions, and above all else someone who was a fearless friend.

Flora: Versatile.

I want to be able to support our School across many different aspects. I want to be there for our students and perhaps most importantly, be able to conquer many different challenges.

WHAT IS ONE QUALITY A GOOD LEADER NEEDS TO HAVE?

Ava: I believe that being a good leader involves passionate enthusiasm and a desire to leave something better than you found it. It means being positive when others cannot and finding the words to speak for those who cannot. Above all else, I believe that a leader must be brave. She should be someone who can lead the way to empower others to create their own journey. I do not think that a leader needs to be perfect or flawless all the time, but rather someone who fearlessly pursues her interests and speaks her mind, while inspiring others to do the same.

Flora: Resilience. Resilience in bouncing back after failure, resilience in preserving through challenges and resilience in leading the School. I think that it is important for every student to showcase this trait, but even more so for a leader of St Catherine’s – School Captains and all Year 12 students, who will act as role models for the rest of the students.