Why did you want to become a School Captain?

If I'm being completely honest, the idea of becoming school captain was initially very intimidating. The thought of speaking in front of the entire school and carrying the responsibility of being a role model was very scary — especially as a new Grade 8 student. But over time, as I was surrounded by inspiring leaders and began to embrace new experiences, that fear gradually turned into excitement. I started to look forward to the possibility of stepping into a role where I could follow in the footsteps of some of the most admirable student leaders I had seen — and hopefully become one myself. I'm genuinely excited for the opportunity to create meaningful, positive change and to deepen my connection with each of Southridge's pillars. The confidence and sense of belonging the Southridge community gave me was so powerful, and now, I want to be a part of inspiring that same impact in others.

What are you hoping to accomplish in this role? 

This year as school captain, I am hoping to extend the feeling of connectedness and community around our school as much as possible. Continuing in the footsteps of our past school captains and the great work they did, I want to continue to emphasize the importance of inclusivity in our community as best as I can. Making sure that everyone feels valued and safe is a big task, but I hope to start by being a kind face and leader anyone can come talk to.

My biggest goal is to inspire new leaders in the community and to foster an environment where everyone feels uplifted and empowered to expand their interests and try new things. I hope to connect all of our leaders within the four pillars (academics, athletics, arts, and service) to create a tight-knit support system to support students with diverse interests and needs.
 

What do you see as the strengths of Southridge?

In my opinion, Southridge has countless strengths—many rooted in our strong sense of community. One being the empowering culture built here that helps students unlock their full potential. While Southridge can be challenging at times—whether academically, athletically, or artistically—these challenges have helped me, and many others, grow and discover what we're truly capable of. With support from friends, teachers, and coaches, we’re able to learn, grow, and thrive as individuals. There’s a shared respect here for those who step out of their comfort zone, and we're encouraged to explore new interests without fear of failure. This not only strengthens us as individuals, but it is a testament to the strength of our community and the encouraging and supportive environment built here.

What would you like to change at Southridge?

Southridge already has many strengths, especially within its strong community and empowering culture. That being said, I believe there's still room to grow in how we balance academic challenge with mental health support. While striving for excellence is important, it's equally important to make sure students feel supported beyond just grades—to ensure academic validation doesn't become the only measure of success. Continuing to build a culture that values well-being, personal growth, and effort just as much as achievement would make Southridge even stronger.

What’s been the highlight of your time here at Southridge so far?

There have been so many highlights for me at Southridge—whether that be those memories made with my friends, with teammates, or on school trips. However, one occasion that stood out to me in particular was when I was in Grade 9, playing in the soccer provincial final in front of the entire school. The support I felt from everyone was so uplifting, and in that moment, I truly felt like part of a vibrant and connected community.

I’ll always be grateful for the energy, encouragement, and unity that Southridge brought to that field—and to my entire high school experience which is something I hope every Southridge student will get to experience.

What do you want your peers to know about you coming into this role?

I want you all to know that you can come to me for anything — whether as your school captain, a friend, or just someone who’s here to listen, I am here for you. I'm always happy to help, whether you need support, advice, or just someone to talk to.

I’ll do my best to represent your ideas, concerns, and goals in every way. I’m not here to make decisions alone — I want to hear from you and work together to make real, positive changes in our school. Every voice matters, and I am excited to hear yours.

I promise to bring real commitment and care to this role and to be there for you whenever you need. I am so excited to begin my journey as school captain with you all and I hope to make my time in this role something meaningful for all of us.

Why did you want to become a School Captain?

Whether it be on the basketball court or in morning advisory, some of my earliest memories of Southridge are of the older students who guided me through a shaky first few weeks of high school. Those students have taught me what it means to embrace the community spirit. I've learned throughout the years that leadership starts with taking initiatives in little things, and I'm excited to continue this mindset as a school captain.
 

What are you hoping to accomplish in this role?

Create some opportunities for the whole school to have some fun together! I hope to bring some energy and positivity. Furthermore, I would love to encourage new initiatives and events to build upon our traditional ones.
 

 

Sports, arts, academics, or service - our school has a variety of opportunities that allow such a diverse community to thrive. There has to be something at Southridge that you love. We are also a very active community. When I had the opportunity to work with our Pluralism Committee last year, I had realized that there is much planning and execution going on behind the scenes. Similarly, other committees and councils are all constantly bringing new ideas into life.

 

 

Our community is full of leaders. I would like to encourage everyone, even those in the lower grades, to pitch in their opinions and take initiatives. Oftentimes, we can create the most meaningful changes by incorporating everyone's point of views.

 

 

Undoubtedly, some of my best memories have been made on school trips. From tournaments to music trips to grade-wide camps, they've created countless experiences to look back upon. Additionally, I also wanted to put the spotlight on our lunchtime activities. Since Grade 8, I've enjoyed spending an hour of almost every school day hanging out with my friends.

 

 

Don't come to me for help on your French homework…otherwise, there's a decent chance I might be able to help you out!