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Megan Bennett
What is it like so far being Head Girl?
I’m still pinching myself, I can’t believe I’m Head Girl. I was so shocked as it’s always been an aspiration of mine. It was great to hear that Rupert was going to be Head Boy. It’s really exciting. There were a lot of good candidates. I had so many people congratulate me, which is lovely. Mr Green said that I was so approachable, just like the Seaford values. It’s wonderful to be part of the community at Seaford. I think the school is very trustworthy due to its morals and ethos.
How have previous Head Girls inspired you?
When you’re younger in Assembly you see the Head Girl sitting at the front and you just admire her. It’s such a big status. Younger students point you out to each other and look up to you. Head Girls seem so normal now when you see them about school on the playing fields.
Anything else you want to achieve as Head Girl?
Rupert and I went up to Leeds at the beginning of the year for the Head Boy and Head Girl conference. We were asked, what legacy do you want to leave behind at your school and we
both felt that it was pastoral support. We want everyone to know who they can talk to when things aren’t right, even if they are just having a bad day, as it helps so much. We need to get the message out to all the new students. I’ve seen the Pink House grow during my time here, but some students will be less aware of it. We spoke at Seaford’s inaugural Wellbeing Conference about mental health and building resilience. We’re so lucky to have the support we have at Seaford. If you’re having a problem at home you can leave it behind and talk to lots of people at Seaford who will support you.
It was good to learn Peer Mentoring skills in the Sixth Form. It makes you more mature in school and you can support the younger students. We understand how they feel so we really help.
I love Seaford because...
it allows students of all abilities to do what they want. They let you have a go and don’t tell you that you can’t do something. You can see what you like and try things out. Seaford isn’t just bothered about the grades, they want you to be doing something which is right for you. Which makes you happy. Teachers believe in you which gives you the motivation to work hard and do well.
Tabitha Hill
What Leadership roles interest you in the Sixth Form?
I applied for Peer Mentor, 80 people applied! I’m really happy that I was chosen. Everyone had training so that we could understand what the role entailed before we applied. I’ll definitely apply to be a Prefect
Matthew George
I am Head of House in Walled Garden East. The staff choose who will be Head and it’s also based on student votes. I enjoy it as you help to look after the younger students; check behaviour etc. I have a deputy who helps and we’ll be choosing Prefects after half term. It helps to develop leadership skills.
What is the biggest challenge when you try to do this role?
Being a role model, particularly amongst your peers. It’s great experience.
“Seaford has given me confidence, determination and resilience. It’s taught me that you have to work to achieve your goals. I learnt to never give up. Other friends find their schools very pressurised and therefore don’t enjoy it as much as I enjoy life at Seaford. StudentwelfareisattheforefrontofSeaford. IknowthatifIhada problemIcouldgotothePinkHouseeventhoughI’veneverusedit. Youknow you’d be looked after and would have someone to talk to.”
William Heath
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