whilst being socially aware, digital and involved citizens with strong Christian and moral values, contributing positively to the strengthening of the nation and the world”. The process of preparing our students for leadership begins on entry to the institution. All students participate in a comprehensive Personal Development Programme from Grade 7 through to Grade 11 which is conducted by the Guidance & Counselling Department. Students are led through courses aimed at building their levels of self awareness and self-confidence whilst also strengthening important Life skills which are vital if they are to live successfully in community. The focus on Leadership intensifies in Grades 12 and 13 where through the Leadership Development Programme students are exposed to appropriate and relevant topics that will prepare them for life in the working world. Seminars are held once per week and the programme provides them with the opportunity to interact with leaders from a wide range of careers, many of them being past students of this institution. Rap sessions are also held with administrators as well as the leaders of other stakeholder groups within the school community. All of this is done in an effort to inform and inspire our students to hone their leadership skills as they conduct the various duties required of them at this level. Attendance at Leadership Development Seminars is compulsory. Community Service forms an integral part of the Leadership Development Programme. At the Grades 12 and 13 levels, students are required to do a minimum of ten (10) hours each year. A minimum of five (5) hours service each year must be done with approved external nonprofit/charitable institutions. Students are given a letter of introduction, along with a record sheet that is to be filled out by a supervisor at the institution or organization where service is rendered. On completion of the Community Service, the record sheet is to be returned to the Form Teacher. At the Grades 12 and 13 levels, the deadline for the return of the sheet is the third week in March. Participation in the Community Service Programme is noted on each student’s record. Students who do not fulfill the minimum requirement at Grade 12 will not be allowed to continue to Grade 13. On completion of the programme, an Awards Ceremony is held and a certificate of participation is presented to students in Grade 13 who have successfully completed the two year Leadership Development Programme. We urge parents/guardians to encourage their daughters/wards to participate fully in the Leadership Development Programme as it is an important part of her total development.
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