Meet the Prefects: Vice Captain

Andrea

What does your role entail?

I have to serve as a role model to other pupils, encourage all members of the school to take part in activities and embody the school values, and work throughout the school to develop a successful community.

What was the most stressful part of the Prefect application process and why?

The interview was very nerve-racking especially because after everyone spoke and debated about what answers were the best, and this made me overthink about what I had said and hadn't said.

What is the most common misconception people have about the prefects?

That we are perfect students.

Why did you want to be a prefect?

I wanted to be able to share with others my experience of going to 8 different schools and use this to improve the school, I thought that I had good ideas that could contribute to improve the community as a whole.

What would you say to your 12-year-old self?

You will move countries 3 more times in your life so get ready for change. You are strong but it's okay to be weak at times - you don't need to keep your guard up all the time.

How does your Prefect role link to your future career?

I'm still undecided on which carrier path I want to take, but I know no matter what it is I will be in a leadership position.

What was the hardest question they asked you in your interview?

I don't remember the question specifically but I know it was along the lines of... "What are the 3 most important things that have to be improved about the education system."

What have the last few months as a Prefect taught you?

I have been taught not to just think about myself, and as a prefect group we have learnt how to work as a team more effectively.

What is one thing you want to change in school?

As a prefect team we want to increase school spirit, and currently we are working on making the Tuk shop lines shorter and more effective.

​Any advice for prospective prefects?

Be yourself and don't try to please others to get a position, you will be wanted for your qualities so use those to your advantage.