VOTE FIONA CLEAT FOR HEAD GIRL
Whatever is going on I’m always willing to give it a go! I’ve represented Knox Academy in sporting events, for example hockey for the East of Scotland and I’ve been proud to win medals for Knox in the Scottish Schools athletics championships over the past 5 years. I’ve taken part in inter-‐house games within the school, outdoor education challenges with other schools and the business enterprise team I was in was successful enough to reach the Scottish final. I am also an active member of 2 school choirs. As head girl I would be keen to spread this enthusiasm and act as a role model for younger pupils and get them involved in all school events.
You can’t win a relay race on your own. Teamwork is everything. I believe that I could motivate others in S6 to make the most of the 6th year opportunities. I was part of the team that organised “the most successful Christmas dance in years”. As a team, we managed to round up lots of teacher helpers, KASG support and persuaded one third of the school to come and enjoy what turned out to be a fantastic night. As head girl I would like to introduce more whole school events to unite the school community. As 6th years we should be a team and I would be proud to lead it.
I don’t ever do anything by halves. To succeed in athletics I have to have great determination and commitment. Training 3 times a week in all weathers might not always be my first choice but I always stick to what I know I need to do. Last year I completed the 26 mile Moonwalk with little preparation. It was an extremely challenging experience but I had set myself the goal and I wasn’t going to give up. I was proud of myself for doing this. As head girl I know there would be times when I might not be comfortable in a situation but I have the courage to stick up for what I know is right for me and Knox Academy. For me the role of head girl is not about power and authority but about leadership and responsibility. I
would feel proud to be elected Head Girl of Knox Academy and would take on and do my best with every challenge and opportunity that was given to me.
I know that the same characteristics that have made me a successful athlete would also make me a great Head Girl.