LEADERSHIP Head and
Deputy Head Prefects 2019
Zach Gallagher – Head Prefect
themselves. The fact that this system is vertically structured means boys of all ages are able to interact with others, which fosters many mentoring relationships and creates opportunities for older students to develop leadership qualities. There are so many opportunities in the House, whether through sport, music or House plays. As with anything, the more you put in, the more you will get out of it – so I encourage you to put your hand up for anything that comes your way, especially if it puts you outside your comfort zone. Now is your opportunity to try that new sport, take on a role in a play or perform on stage when you otherwise wouldn’t have. While College is an Anglican school founded on Christian principles, through the teaching of Rev. Bosco Peters I have come to appreciate just how diverse a world we live in. Rev. Peters is much more than a religious educator. He has given us a much broader understanding of other cultures and beliefs and taught us the importance of acceptance and tolerance. This is critical as the world is increasingly a smaller place. Sport and cultural activities are another fundamental part of life at College. They build camaraderie and friendships among boys in all year groups and have the added benefit of teaching us many valuable life lessons.
Wha¯ ia te iti kahurangi ki te tu¯ ohu koe me he maunga teitei – Aim for the highest cloud so if you miss it, you will hit a lofty mountain I have been fortunate enough to have been given the role of Head Prefect for 2019. The last few years here have been an awesome experience. The school has given me so many opportunities, and now it is my time to give back. I look up to leaders who lead by their actions as well as their words. This year I hope I can do the same and set a good example for the younger boys. What has made my time here so enjoyable? An attribute unique to College is the House system. Right from the start this enables boys to have a sense of belonging and affiliation with something bigger than “ I encourage you to put your hand up for anything that comes your way, especially if it puts you outside your comfort zone .” Zach Gallagher
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