A tale of tradition, pride and responsibility
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he long-standing tradition of the Purple Gown continues, as students Alicia Barrett and Uroš Gluščević take over the coveted role of School Captains for 2021/22. The post of School Captain is not to be underestimated, it is a title that holds responsibility, pressure, but also pride, which many OWs carry with them for the rest of their lives. We spoke with Derry girl, Alicia, and Mason boy, Uroš, ahead of their year of Captaincy. What is the best thing about being School Captain? A: My favourite thing about being School Captain is that it allows me to give back to the Worksop Community after everything they have done and continue to do by working closely with Dr Price and Uros. It gives me the chance to voice both mine and other students opinions and influence positive change. U: My favourite thing about being School Captain is probably representing the School. I love talking to people about my experience at Worksop College as an international boarder, especially at open days.
Who inspired you to take the role as Captain of School? A: Previous captains from over the years have inspired me as I would like to have a positive impact on other students, just like they had on me. U: I was inspired by my tutor, Mr Tattersall. He believed in me from my first day at the school and motivated me to take up a position of responsibility. His support throughout my first year meant a lot to me and gave me the confidence that I would do well as Head Boy.
What do you consider your greatest achievement so far at Worksop College? A: My greatest achievement was being chosen for the role of School Captain as this is something I had been working towards since I started my time at Worksop College. As well as this, I’m proud to have been able to achieve my Gold Duke of Edinburgh with the school as well as my Grade 7 Music Theatre. U: Even though it’s still a work in progress, I am proud of the volunteering team I am on and the garden we are making in Manton. I find projects like these very important, as our work will hopefully serve the local community long after I have left the College. 44
