Leadership  by Example One of the greatest honors at Westminster is to be elected head prefect. The head prefect serves as the president of the student body, helps foster school culture, leads student government meetings and assemblies, and gives an address at commencement, among other duties. Fifth Formers who are interested in serving on the Prefect Board or being named head prefect or junior prefect as Sixth Formers write essays for students and the faculty to consider before voting on the candidates. Members of the Prefect Board, the junior prefect and the head prefect are announced at the Lawn Ceremony the night before commencement. It is always a suspenseful moment for those in attendance. While the daily responsibilities of the head prefect have evolved over the years, those who have held the position often credit the leadership skills they acquired in the role as a significant influence on their life. Four holders of this esteemed position share their thoughts about the rewards and challenges of occupying such a highly visible position in the Westminster community.
Head Prefect Megan Rittenhouse ’20 gives announcements during family-style lunch.
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