Captains Installation

CASSIE TWEMLOW

The 2021 Captains Installation took place on Thursday 28 January in the Dron Auditorium in front of the 2021 Senior cohort and Captains’ families.

Ben Roberton and Julia Baird (2020 College Captains) and Alara Slattery (2020 ViceCaptain), attended and presented Josiah Ruthenberg, Maddie Rushmore (Captains) and, Jake Harford and Rachel Williams (Vice-Captains) each with plants whilst Head of College, Mr Tim Kotzur, inducted the Captains into their positions.

As part of Mr Kotzur's speech, he touched on some key points expected of becoming a Senior, not just a Captain...

"...As leaders of the student body you are being asked to lead the younger students through your own examples of school spirit, participation, hard work, and respect for others …. You will exert influence as Leaders in the way you speak to each other and, interact with others in the wider community. You will exert influence in the standards you set for others to follow in uniform, behaviour and work ethic both in and out of the classroom. By wearing the Senior Badge, you are agreeing to uphold the Christian ethos of our College.

"The influence you have is balanced by increased responsibility as a Leader. As a Leader you will sometimes be a mentor to others and to help build trust and rapport from Prep to Year 12. You will communicate the vision of the school to the community. You will uphold the Plus Ultra motto of the College by aiming for excellence in everything you do. You will also continue to be engaged in the activities of our College and encourage others to enjoy the many opportunities that you have experienced. Remember, you are a role model: lead by example in everything you do.

"Let this not be a burden but a privilege because, just as you have been beneficiaries of those who have gone before you, you now have the opportunity to leave a legacy for those to come. Be confident, as you are more than equipped to make a difference. As individuals you can achieve good things but as a united class of 2021 you can do great things."

Presenting the Year 12s with a Senior Badge and having them take a pledge to provide leadership is part of the Strategic Action of ‘maximize the leadership potential of all students’ contained within the Strategic Pillar of Lifewide Learning.

Congratulations Seniors and Captains!