Starkey House Captains book 2019

Meeting is always full of a lot of information; as the meeting comes to end, ask if anyone has questions, particularly the new Year 7’s. Within our Captaincy position this year, we tried to incorporate the war cry during the majority of the House Meetings as a way to regain spirit and a sense of community throughout the year. Year 7 Camp Year 7 Camp is one of the best experiences throughout your captaincy. As the “babies” of the Senior School, the Year 7’s are experiencing new things and trying to find their place within their new family. Use the camp to join them in their activities. Partner up with the students and find ways to bond with them. Not every student feels comfortable with every task, so its up to you to encourage them through it and participate with their house peers. The smile on their faces is something you won’t forget! House Chapel The House Chapel is somewhat a daunting task as it is your first opportunity to represent yourself as a Starkey leader to many members of the College community. However, this can be easily managed if you prepare appropriately and using Miss Green to help establish the main ideas behind your service. As your first formal event, don’t be afraid to make mistakes. After all you always learn from the mistakes you make! House Play Festival The House Play festival is so much fun. If you aren’t participating or directing, attend some of the rehearsals and say hi to the cast. Talk to the directors and help where necessary. Sometimes the cast can get out of control, and considering the short time period the cast have to prepare, the extra help is always greatly appreciated. It will make the directors life so much easier. Watch the plays, and congratulate them on a great performance afterward, no matter what the result is or how the play turned out. It is a great opportunity to get to know more Starkey students and build House spirit and we definitely recommend getting involved.

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