School leaders on the airwaves

GRADE Six leaders at Heathcote Primary School were invited to co-present an hour of live radio last week with John Pearce on Phoenix FM 106.7.

Two School Captains (Willow and Malachi) and four House Captains (Noah, Noah, Indie and Cailen) made their radio debut.

“Students shared information about why they wanted to be a school leader and the process they followed to be elected,” said principal Carolyn Crowther.

School Captain Willow said, “I had to write a speech and read it to the school.”

“The kids had to vote. I wanted to take on the chance of being a school leader and be a role model.

“I run assemblies, organise excursions and help kids in the yard.”

When asked what she likes about HPS, Willow said, “the teachers and all of the students; they are helpful. I like the specialist classes too.”

School Captain Malachi spoke about wanting to be a school leader.

“Ever since I came to HPS in Grade 3, I’ve looked up to the leaders and wished I could be one myself.

“My favourite subject is Garden. I like planting seeds, weeding and watering plants.

“The vegies go into a cooking class as part of the Stephanie Alexander Kitchen Garden program.”

Students spoke about their favourite things about HPS, highlights from their time at the school, people who inspire them and what they hope to be doing in ten years’ time.

Noah ‘one’ said he liked Kitchen because we they to eat a variety of foods, learn how to use different materials and learn new things.

“I also like sport.”

When asked about advice for Foundation students, Cailen advised, “don’t give up on your dreams. Stick at it and if you stick at it, you’ll most likely succeed.”

Indie reflected on the things she likes about HPS: “The teachers are really nice.”

“Evie, the school dog, is a great contribution to the school and everyone you make friends with – they are super nice.

“I want to work at a school. I want to work with kids when I’m older.”

Noah ‘two’ reflected on his highlights from his time at primary school.

“Making it to regionals in the school athletics was a highlight”

Mandalay Resources covered the cost of transport which was provided by Blue Wren in one of their new buses.

“We are very grateful to both Mandalay Resources and Blue Wren for providing transport at no cost to the school,” said Ms Crowther.

When the students were offered the opportunity to return to the airwaves later in the year, the answer was a unanimous ‘Yes!’

“Our school leaders did an exceptional job – they were well prepared, modelled the school values, spoke confidently and approached the opportunity with enthusiasm and a willingness to step out of their comfort zone.

“I was very proud of them all.”