SCHOOL LEADERSHIP
2024
SENIOR SCHOOL CAPTAINS
EVELYN VAN WIJK SCHOOL CAPTAIN
WILL NEWNHAM SCHOOL CAPTAIN
I am incredibly honoured to serve as School Captain this year. I joined CGS in Year 5 as part of the first cohort of girls and was immediately struck by the warmth and kindness I received from the school community. Our willingness to cheer each other on, listen with empathy and embrace change are what makes our school such a unique and incomparable place. As we venture towards our 95th anniversary, my vision for CGS is for us to embrace our rich history while boldly charting a transformative course for the future. My team and I aspire to shed light on diverse perspectives and backgrounds, champion causes in need, catalyse positive change, and cultivate a united culture where every student feels they truly belong. With an open mind, an outstretched hand and a willing heart, I am committed to giving back to a school that has given me so much.
I feel honoured and privileged to be part of the 2024 school leadership group. Since starting at CGS in Year 7, I’ve been inspired by the leadership of the many captains who came before me - leaders who created an environment of inclusivity, achievement and community contribution. I have also been fortunate to have known several captains who were always willing to lend a hand to me and other students. As captain, I will look to emulate this positive culture and personal mentorship instigated by my predecessors. Throughout my time at CGS, the opportunities the school has given me and my two sisters have consistently pushed us out of our comfort zone and positively shaped us. I do not doubt that the role of captain will challenge me. Still, I look forward to helping make a difference in our school community, and I will strive to lead a student community with integrity, resilience, and compassion.
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