2015 School Magazine

LEADERSHIP AT GIRLS GRAMMAR

HOUSE GROUP CAPTAINS BRYLEIGH PARSONS-POPE (7B) In Semester One, I took on the role of 7 Beanland House Group Captain, along with Kate Edmonston. In this position, our main job was to be a role model for our peers and organise getting-to- know-you activities for the class to participate in. We organised games to play in house group and lunchtime activities, including an easter egg hunt, pancake breakfasts and games to play. We offered organisational tips to help build a strong bond between us that will last for the next five years and beyond. On behalf of our Year 7 cohort, Kate and I also participated in the 140th anniversary ceremony and the opening of the new library, as well as supplying some ideas for the Student Council to think about. It has been an easy yet enjoyable role to take on and an honour to have represented my house group and I sure hope to do it again.

Year 7 House Group Captains helped organise an easter scavenger hunt for the youngest cohort.

JUNIOR EXECUTIVE FORCE (JEF)

As a new student at Girls Grammar, being chosen as House Captain for Year 9 Griffith has been a privilege. Being House Captain has given me a chance to involve myself with JEF by going to regular meetings and discussing issues regarding the student body. It has given me a very important role in the school community and the position has also come with responsibilities which have provided me with a chance to show that I am a good leader. This title has also made me consider future leadership possibilities in the higher grades. So far I have enjoyed the experience immensely and with the support of my peers I will continue to thrive. BIDISHA ROY (9R) JEF is a leadership group of all Year 9 House Group Captains that meet regularly during the semester of their House Captain tenure. The 2014 Semester Two JEF group established the motto, ‘We’re the voice but you have the choice’, to represent the group. JEF meets every alpha Monday in the library to discuss a variety of issues from tissues in classrooms to increasing the number of printers. Any concerns received are discussed and we put together our ideas to come up with the best possible solution. LOUISE RAINBIRD (9G) AND GRACE TENG (9G)

The JEF committee embraces its motto ‘We have the voice but you have the choice’, which acts as the basis for our meetings and projects. The group meets fortnightly to discuss feedback from students and ways to improve the learning environment at Girls Grammar. The purpose of JEF is to give the junior school leadership positions and the younger students a voice in the larger school community. It also aims to have strong integration between the different year levels. JEF is a really rewarding experience and teaches leadership skills, which is great preparation for the positions offered in the senior school. I really encourage people to get involved whether it be through the events JEF organises, as a direct member of the committee or by contributing your opinions and ideas. EMILIA WEEDEN (9O)

020

JEF is a programme for all Year 9 House Group Captains. We attend meetings every fortnight in the library. It is interesting to see our problems solved after they are addressed at the meetings. JEF is a really great experience as it gives insight into future leadership opportunities. In the future, I would like to pursue a leadership position as it is extremely rewarding to make your mark on the school. MADELINE PREBBLE (9E)