Every school deserves prefects like Jackson and Rehema. Our Head Boy and Head Girl, both in Form 5, have enjoyed a St Jude鈥檚 education for more than 10 years and feel that now is the time to make their mark.
Inspired by former student leaders, the enthusiastic duo are committed to leaving a legacy of cultural pride and excellence when their term ends next year.聽
鈥淚 nominated to be Head Girl because I admired Christina, who was the leader before me. She brought about so many changes and encouraged everyone to do their best. I want to be like her,鈥� Rehema said.聽
Rehema has adopted her predecessor鈥檚 persistence and critical thinking.聽
鈥淐hristina proposed the idea of group discussions between students, resulting in higher academic performance and better communication.鈥澛�
鈥淐onversation is essential. We cannot apply our ideas forcefully. We have to understand other students and make a way for them to achieve their goals. Jackson and I both wanted to be in this position when we were younger.鈥澛�
For Jackson, a yearning for new experiences prompted him to apply for the top job.聽
鈥淧assion, courage and wanting to be a persuasive role model is what motivates me, always.鈥�
鈥淭o be a good leader, you must be cooperative. There is no point in making plans without cooperation from others in the school.鈥�
It鈥檚 no surprise that Rehema and Jackson had their sights set on student government from an early age; leadership is in their blood.聽
鈥淚 think about my grandfather, who was a tribal chief in the Lake Victoria area. I was told he was a good leader who talked to people so they could understand him. He brought people along with him,鈥� Jackson shared.聽
Rehema鈥檚 greatest inspiration is also someone close to home.聽聽
鈥淢y mum is a role model to me, my family and the community around us.聽 The best thing about her is that she will always try her hardest. I have two brothers and one sister, and I am the youngest. Our mother is so courageous. I learn my leadership skills from her.鈥澛�
And, there鈥檚 certainly no shortage of heroes at St Jude鈥檚!
鈥淥ur school helps us to be our very best. I really admire people like Ms Linda [librarian at Smith secondary campus]. She is passionate for the students and her work,鈥� Jackson remarked.聽
鈥淔or me, Mama Gemma is absolutely a good example. She looks to the problems facing our society and finds a way to solve them.鈥澛�
鈥淎fter graduation, we both would like do a Community Service Year and teach in a government school. I can鈥檛 compare the quality of education we receive at St Jude鈥檚, to the quality in government schools. We will both carry our passion for leadership into the future,鈥� Rehema said.聽
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