Western Cape College principal Dan Tonan stands proudly with the school’s new cohort of young leaders. Photo: Supplied.
A new group of student leaders at Western Cape College (WCC) are preparing for a big year after receiving their badges in front of staff, family and peers on 19 February.
Selected for their exemplary demonstration of school values, the students are now proudly wearing their badges as they look to take on new opportunities as a voice for their cohorts.
Secondary leadership co-ordinator Daneeka Roediger said last Wednesday’s badging ceremony showed everyone in attendance why the group was selected to represent their school.
“Our leaders displayed a great deal of composure while receiving their badges in front of the whole school,” she said.
“This can be a very daunting scenario for most students; I am proud of the way they conducted themselves, showing early in the leadership program why they were selected.
“This sets a great foundation for a big year as a 2025 WCC leader, exploring new opportunities both within the school gate and the broader community.”
Year 12 school captain Corey Anderson said he was honoured to be selected as a leader and receive his badge in the presence of teachers and friends.
“I am over the moon,” Mr Anderson said.
“It was amazing to see everyone’s parents there, and be surrounded by my fellow seniors.”
Mr Anderson said he was excited to make sure the opinions of his schoolmates were heard, and was mostly keen to encourage the athletic side of WCC.
“One of my teachers encouraged me to apply for the position; he helped me realise that I wanted to be a voice for my peers,” he said.
“I want to be an ambassador for school spirt, and participation in sports, especially.
“It’s important that we have the opportunities in Weipa to be a part of a team, [like] people have in Cairns or Brisbane.”
