Girls’ School Prefects Commissioned

Yesterday’s Chapel held special significance for senior students at the Girls’ School with the commissioning of the 2018 prefect team. On a glorious summer’s day, proud family members of the Year 8 leaders joined the congregation at Somervell Church to share the occasion. This was a particularly proud moment for the newly elected Head Girl, Kate Thibaud and Deputy Head Girl, Miabella Robertson as they pledged to honour their new roles. These two young women will lead their team with empathy and a sense of care and friendship to all.

Girls’ School Principal, Ms Small welcomed Assistant Principal of the Middle College, Mrs Chay Carter and this year’s College Head Girl, Laura Porteous to the service. Laura spoke to the girls about inspiring women who, through the ages, had grown to be effective leaders. Drawing on the stories of former First Lady, Michelle Obama, the biblical character, Esther and New Zealand activist, Kate Sheppard, Laura spoke of persistence, courage and passion; three qualities that will serve the girls well.

Ms Small called on Kate to accept her duties as the 2018 Head Girl, followed by Miabella in her deputy’s role. The rest of the prefect team then joined the Head Prefects on the sanctuary steps. Ms Small read the pledge, asking the girls to serve Saint Kentigern Girls’ School to the best of their ability; at all times demonstrating a sense of pride in all they do; and with a sense of caring and friendship for all girls and staff.Each new leader then signed the Prefect Book and received their badges.

Reverend Reuben Hardie concluded the service with words about student leadership. He echoed Ms Small’s sentiment on kindness to others and said that he looked forward to all that they would bring to the School in their responsibilities this year.

HEAD GIRL
KATE THIBAUD
Kate joined the Girls’ School in Year 7 at the start of 2017, as the recipient of the All Rounder Scholarship.  She quickly demonstrated her leadership skills both in the classroom and beyond.

Kate thrives on being involved and enjoys a diverse range of activities, with a special interest in literature, netball and speech and drama. In 2017 she won a cup in the Richard Wilson McDonald Memorial writing competition, for a short story about ‘adventure.’ She also gained Distinction in the Trinity Speech Exam.  As a keen sportswoman, she was part of the 7A netball team and was chosen for the netball development programme. Kate upholds what it means to be a daughter of Saint Kentigern and has gained the respect of her peers and the staff.  She is committed to her new role, understanding the importance of being a strong and sincere role model for the girls.

DEPUTY HEAD GIRL
MIABELLA ROBERTSHAW
Miabella began her schooling at Saint Kentigern in Year 1, quickly immersing herself in all areas of school life. She is a student who is committed to her learning and has made the most of every opportunity given to her. She is also passionate about a variety of sports, particularly swimming. Over the years, she has proved to be a very competent public speaker, last year winning the Year 7 speech competition with the popular topic ‘Why kids should be able to vote.’ An all-rounder, she is keen to pursue her interest in Performing Arts in future years. Miabella clearly demonstrates the values Saint Kentigern holds dear and she says that in her new role, one of her goals is to ‘make a difference.’ 

GIRLS’ SCHOOL PREFECT TEAM 2018
Head Girl                                       Kate Thibaud
Deputy Head Girl                           Miabella Robertshaw
Head of Student Council                Danielle Levy
Head of Chapel                              Jade Nomani 
Head of Cargill                               Charlotte Scoones
Head of Chalmers                          Brooke Murdoch
Head of Hamilton                          Arya Blackler
Head of Wishart                            Zoe Nel