2023 School Magazine

YEAR 7 PREFECTS Prefects can create powerful and enduring bonds with the incoming Year 7 girls as they start their journey at BGGS. As Prefects, we visit the Year 7 House Groups weekly, organising activities, question sessions, or helping them with schoolwork, organisational skills, or upcoming events, such as their Open Day stall. We understand starting at a new school can be very daunting, so as prefects, we prioritise helping them settle into life at BGGS. We are familiar faces they can say ‘hello’ to around School, and people they feel comfortable coming to with any problems or questions. Getting to know and connecting with the Year 7 students personally has been an absolute highlight. This year we also had the opportunity to assist in the organisation of the Year 7 50 Days celebration. This was a day filled with laughter, food, and fun as the Year 7 girls and their buddies shared a picnic on the Pool Lawn to celebrate their first 50 days at BGGS. Additionally, the Year 7 Prefects were also involved in the ‘Play at Lunch’ initiative. It is quite a change from primary school—where the students often had ovals and handball courts during lunch breaks—to coming to BGGS. As prefects, we ran activities, such as beachball and Just Dance , every Wednesday lunch to encourage the students to be active and have fun with their peers across all Houses. Madeleine Shaw (12E) and Hema Gobindnarain (12E) YEAR 8 PREFECTS Throughout the year, we have enjoyed undertaking the role of Year 8 Prefects for Woolcock. Prefects play a crucial role in fostering a sense of unity and pride among students, while also contributing to the overall wellbeing and success of the School. As Year 8 Prefects, we aim to create meaningful relationships with the Year 8s and foster a supportive and inclusive environment. Our goal this year was to strengthen the unity and leadership skills within the House Group. Through a series of planned activities and collaborative initiatives on Thursday mornings in House Group, such as Kahoots! and Blooket , we aimed to create an environment where every member felt valued and respected. Organising interhouse dodgeball games with other Year 8 House Groups fostered new friendships and House spirit. It is a privilege to have had the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the School community and develop valuable leadership skills while passing on advice during our time at Girls Grammar. Ayisha del Rosario (12W) and Lauren Hirst (12W) YEAR 9 PREFECTS We cherished every moment of serving as Year 9 Prefects throughout 2023, as it provided us with a truly rewarding and unforgettable experience. Our primary goal was to make a positive impact on the younger students, fostering a supportive environment for everyone. The journey as prefects was filled with growth, learning, and teamwork, and we are grateful for the trust and responsibility bestowed upon us, allowing us to cultivate and refine our leadership skills, and most importantly, enjoy our time with our Girls Grammar sisters. We look back on this chapter with pride and look forward to continuing our journeys as leaders with our Year 9 House Group for the rest of the year. We have done activities such as dodgeball, Kahoot! , and Just Dance while having lessons in between to chat and hang out. We aimed to foster a closer bond among the House Group and create a calm learning environment to help girls unwind and prepare for the day. It's been wonderful to see everyone making genuine connections as well as sharing the knowledge we've gained throughout our secondary school experience. Georgia Buddee (12O) and Susie Shen (12O)

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