South Australian leaders of future: Meet 50+ teenagers elected school captain for 2025
The South Australian teens set to lead the class of 2025 have been revealed with 50+ sharing why they wanted the role and what they plan to do with it.
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As another school year draws to a close, new student leaders and school captains are being announced across South Australia.
With the class of 2025 now stepping into their roles, The Advertiser has profiled the teenagers destined to become the state’s future leaders.
These driven students are setting themselves up for exciting futures, many with sights set on careers as the doctors, lawyers and teachers of tomorrow and most hoping to further their education in Adelaide.
Has your school announced its school captains? Let us know! Email shashi.baltutis@news.com.au
Sacred Heart College
Keeley Carey, 17
Responsibilities: To show up wherever possible, whether this be school events or public events, positively contributing to the community is paramount. Carrying out acts of service and giving back to the community is a part of the responsibilities that comes with being a leader.
Reason for taking up the role: I put my hand up to be college captain because I believe I hold the qualities of someone that others can rely on. Whether this is through being someone people can go to for a chat or come to if they want to see change; by being an approachable person, I can create an environment of comfort, which is ultimately the beginning of where change happens.
Skills to develop: The skills I am developing as a college captain is my time management, especially going into Year 12 managing this role as well as my studies will allow me to develop this skill.
After school goals: After school I plan on travelling. During my time at school I studied Italian. Through this I have developed a deep appreciation for other cultures and am eager to explore them. My first stop will be Italy!
Edward Wilson, 17
Reason for taking up the role: Originally I did not intend on applying for the role of college captain, however overtime the idea grew on me until I made the decision to nominate myself. I feel as though I can be the person to make a difference in the school community by encouraging everyone to come together as one. I feel like I am someone who can bring up the spirit when people are down and hopefully be someone that people can come up to when they need.
How being school captain feels: I feel very honoured and excited to take on this opportunity to lead the school with pride. I am very grateful for the encouragement from my peers and teachers.
After school goals: I am still unsure of what I would like to do for a career after school. I think, definitely something with people as I like interacting with others and enjoy being hands on in what I do.
Our Lady of the Sacred Heart College
Jayla Ngo
Responsibilities: My responsibilities will include leading, inspiring, and serving the school community alongside the other student leaders. It will include demonstrating a good example through kindness, sincerity, and excellence both academically and through leadership. As OLSH College’s 2025 college captain, I endeavour to proudly represent my school, to be the voice of my school community, and to help lead our college to be a caring and inclusive community where every girl feels valued.
Reason for taking up the role: Being college captain not only means representing my school community with pride, but personally, it means being a role model to each student attending OLSH College, encouraging, and inspiring them to reach their full potential, to thrive and achieve merit, and make the most of the opportunities that come their way.
After school goals: After completing high school, I hope to pursue a university education in psychology.
St John’s Grammar School
Brodie Ralph, 16
Responsibilities: Leading school events such as assemblies and valedictory, as well as
working with our Student Leadership Committee (SLC) to collaborate and support each other to improve various areas of the school. However, our main responsibility is to give voice to the students and ensure that all ideas big and small are being heard and pushed forward to the right people.
How being school captain feels: I feel a sense of accomplishment and pride. It feels that I am part of something that is important and that I can actively help people feel that they are at the right school.
Skills to develop: My confidence and public speaking skills have massively improved since stepping into the role, as I am having to speak to large crowds of people weekly. My critical thinking has also improved as I have had to brainstorm solutions and ideas for problems and challenges that have arisen, in an attempt to better the school.
After school goals: I would like to complete a double degree of Bachelor of Exercise and Sport Science and a Bachelor of Nutrition and Food Sciences at uni.
Scarlett Emmerson, 16
Reason for taking up the role: As I have been on my journey through school, I’ve always found myself looking up to school leaders who make a difference in the school, who lead by example authentically with a sense of fun and a true love of their school. I wanted to inspire other students throughout the school and encourage them to pursue leadership in the future too.
The impact of the role: I have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by building a sense of community, inclusion, and leadership across the school. When students feel part of a welcoming and inclusive community, they’re more likely to engage fully and express themselves confidently. I feel as though this is a big part of school life and such an important part of feeling at home within the school community.
After school goals: I hope to complete a double degree in business and
psychology. The ultimate dream would be running my own psychology business where I could combine my passion for helping others and leadership skills to make a meaningful impact on people’s lives.
Emmaus Christian College
Bradley Turland
Responsibilities: We have quite a big group of student leaders so facilitating communication and initiatives between that group and the student body is one of the big things. Being the student voice and fostering community through these initiatives. Hosting assemblies and events and leading meetings and groups.
How being school captain feels: I see it as an honour that I’m blessed to be a part of. I’m super excited about working with the rest of the team because it’s a really strong group. It makes me even more aware of how little time we have left of school. I am grateful for the time that we have and I will make the most of it.
Growth opportunities: I will grow my skills in leadership, administration and organisation and gain a deeper understanding of how to lead change. As I’m interested in service areas – I look forward to improving my ability to recognise the need for change.
After school goals: My passions are music and philosophy and theology. I’ve become very interested in social work.
Mikha Bijoy
Reason for taking up the role: I believed it was God calling me to make a change. I’ve had a feeling resonating within me for a while, before the application, regarding fostering a strong, supportive community where every student feels connected and valued.
How being school captain feels: I am so thankful for this incredible opportunity to lead my school. I see this as an acknowledgment of all that I have done until this moment, and as a sign from God, to continue doing what I am doing.
Skills to develop: Everyone has great ideas, so learning how to work collaboratively with others, while balancing everyone’s contribution.
After school goals: I plan to pursue a university degree in dentistry, to continue my passion for service and the sciences. After my experience in the APY lands last term, I have become particularly interested in making dental care accessible and comfortable for Aboriginal communities.
St Aloysius College
Darcy Johnston, 17
Responsibilities: Being a school captain involves a range of exciting, challenging, and rewarding responsibilities. As part of the Year 12 Executive Team, my role as co-captain involves being a voice for all students within our school community. Through leadership and decision-making, I will be involved in bringing important issues to the forefront, organising whole school events, and actively upholding our mercy values.
The impact of the role: I hope my impact will extend beyond my formal duties of leading and representing, and also being one of inspiration and compassion. I hope to be a friendly face in the school, and through being a welcoming, supportive, and respectful presence, enrich the school community.
After school goals: I am currently interested in areas of business and psychology, and I hope whatever path I take, I can continue to live out the skills and values I have learnt at SAC.
Revathi Sathurayar, 17
How being school captain feels: Being captain makes me feel empowered, and has given me a sense of pride and achievement, as well as a strong sense of purpose and responsibility.
Skills to develop: I have had the privilege of developing my problem solving skills and adaptability skills in a welcoming environment, surrounded by other like-minded students. Whilst I pride myself on my empathy and emotional intelligence skills, I hope I can apply these skills even further during my time as college captain.
After school goals: I am thinking of school psychology, as I can be involved in a school community whilst working with children of all ages to make a difference in their lives.
St Columba College
Lachlan Arias, 17
Responsibilities: You are required to work with the leadership team including the principal and vice principal to develop initiatives that will benefit the college. You are also required to speak at college events and assemblies, and act as a representative of the college, upholding values being a role model for other students.
The impact of the role: The impact that I have at the college is being a symbol of resilience and hard work.
After school goals: I hope to study medicine at university, a Bachelor of Medical Sciences and a Doctor of Medicine degree, either in the UK or in Adelaide.
Amalea Steel, 16
Reason for taking up the role: As a young Indigenous women, with parents who have served in the Australian Army and Royal Australian Air Force, I want to be a positive representation within my school community for all students, especially students from my personal communities being, Indigenous and Military.
How being school captain feels: As St Columba Colleges first ever Indigenous College Captain I feel a strong sense of responsibility to serve my school community striving to foster unity in diversity.
After school goals: I wish to attend Adelaide University and undertake my Bachelor of Education Primary and Diploma of Aboriginal Studies for community and Professional Development.
Jackson Eastwood, 17
How being school captain feels: I am very proud to be a captain, it gives me extra motivation to hold myself to a high standard and achieve great things.
Skills to develop: Being school captain helps me develop leadership, time management, and communication skills. Italso allows me to build strong collaboration skills, which will be invaluable.
After school goals: I aspire to become an engineer or a touring musician.
Alisha Inwood, 17
Reason for taking up the role: I put my hand up to be college captain because I enjoy being involved within the school community. I also wanted to be a positive influence for younger students, in not only being someone they can rely on, but also someone they look up to.
Skills to develop: I am developing my skills in communication, cooperation and collaboration. My creativity and adaptability skills will also be developed as captain.
After school goals: As a career, I wish to be a Secondary English and Outdoor Ed Teacher.
Torrens Valley Christian School
Naomi Young, 17
Responsibilities: The school captain represents the student body within and outside of school.
Reason for taking up the role: I wanted to give back to the school that has given me so much. Being a school captain is an act of service and gratitude. I also want to be at the forefront of building a positive school culture.
The impact of the role: I have the ability to impact as a good role model. I hope that when other students seeing me strive to do my best, they will strive to do their best too.
Aaron Visszmeg, 17
Responsibilities: We respectfully represent and serve the students, staff, and school as a whole, with a focus on Christ-centred morals and attributes.
Reason for taking up the role: Being at the school since reception, I wished to give back to the community that had invested so much in me. Also, I felt a strong and clear calling from God to step into a role that would use the gifts he has given me.
Skills to develop: School captain doesn’t just develop your leadership skills through meetings and influence, but also develops social connection skills and public speaking skills, along with a plethora of other abilities.
After school goals: While I am not certain of my absolute trajectory, I believe studying STEM at university would be the best use of my gifts, talents, and hobbies, and would help me create a vision for what my future holds.
Loreto College
Giuliana Blefari, 16
Responsibilities: The role of school captain, known as head girl, encompasses a range of leadership and representational responsibilities. Head girl serves as a role model, leads the student body to uphold the school values of Justice, Felicity, Freedom, Sincerty and Verity.
How being head girl feels: I feel incredibly honoured and proud to serve as head girl of Loreto College. It’s a role that fills me with both excitement and a deep sense of purpose. Being head girl gives me the privilege of leading and representing my peers, and I’m committed to continuing the sisterhood that makes Loreto so special.
Growth opportunities: Being head girl will provide me with invaluable skills that directly align with any field. I’m developing empathy, public speaking and strong communication skills. I am also learning to lean on the strengths of my peers
After school goals: I wish to attend university and further my education. I am hoping to stay in Adelaide, but certain pathways may take me interstate which I have also considered. I would like to pursue a career that helps individuals improve their life.
Antigone Gambranis, 16
Reason for taking up the role: I am a proud Loreto girl. My teachers nurtured a passion for social justice and leadership which has allowed me to take up multiple leadership positions in my life, leading me to putting my hand up for this one.
Impact of the role As far as my position goes, it is not solely me who has an impact. True to the saying “It takes a village” I am surrounded by a powerhouse of creativity, commitment and talent in the student executive team. Comprised of 14 girls, with different roles ranging from social justice, diversity, and boarding and house captains, each girl brings a unique set of skills to the table. It is with this that we are able to create impactful change within the college.
Skills to develop: In my role as a deputy head girl, I am able to build the skills of leadership, mediation, compromise, innovation, communication, public speaking and problem solving. I must manage my time to ensure that I am a good leader, student and athlete.
After school goals: To study a double degree of law and journalism is my goal. While at university I would also like to continue my soccer journey, playing for the Adelaide City Football Club.
Prince Alfred College
Petey Flower, 17
Responsibilities: My main responsibility is to represent and serve our community by working with the prefects, the Year 12 cohort and the staff to make a better school environment. During the week, I interact with students, attend meetings with the headmaster, address parents at functions and collaborate with staff on ways to improve the college.
How being school captain feels: My appointment as college captain makes me nervous, but it also excites me for what is ahead. The workload is something that I will have to adjust to, but I know I have the support of my peers and teachers as I take on what will be the most rewarding and challenging final year of my schooling.
Impact of the role: I have to be a strong role model and ambassador for school culture. I hope to have a lasting impact through inspiring others and making a meaningful contribution to Prince Alfred College’s legacy. Ultimately, I hope to make the school a welcoming place with a culture that encourages strong character around our values of respect, excellence, belonging and endeavour.
After school goals: I am unsure of my career path after school, but the role of college captain will provide me with invaluable skills and experiences that I will carry for the rest of my life.
Wilderness School
Niya Singhal, 16
Reason for taking up the role: I have always had a passion for leadership and helping others, and so the role of a school captain really appealed to me. I have a range of ideas that I want to implement in the school to create an even more cohesive and close-knit community, especially during my last year at school.
Impact of the role: When I was younger, I used to look up to the SRC and they would be a sort of role model to me. With that in mind, I know that I will be a big influence on the younger girls as they look to me for inspiration.
After school goals: I want to pursue a double degree in law and international relations.
St Mark’s College, Port Pirie
Jake Anderson
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of a school captain are to create school events where all students can get involved, plan and host assemblies and masses, work with the teachers to solve any issues identified within our school, share student ideas and perspectives and be a communication point between teachers and students.
Reason for taking up the role: The encouragement I received from my peers made me want to put my hand up to be a school captain. When my peers recognised the qualities and capabilities I have to be a leader, I felt motivated to represent and lead the cohort, knowing they believed in me.
Skills to develop: So far, as a school captain, I have been able to develop skills of self-agency and time management. As there is an extra workload with taking on the role, I have had to use my initiative and at times, independently to complete tasks within time frames, which has allowed me to develop time management skills.
After school goals: After school, I would like to go to university to complete a degree in either secondary teaching, business marketing or business and sports management.
Eva Christensen-Lauder
Reason for taking up the role: The role of school captain is an opportunity to actively lead to make a genuine difference. I accepted the nomination because I am confident in my ability to take on this challenge, I am excited to share ideas and initiatives, and I am prepared to work hard to make 2025 a rewarding year for everyone.
Impact of the role: It is important to me to lead by example, encourage inclusiveness and promote St Mark’s College pride. I am committed to listening and engaging with students to ensure they feel valued and included and I will be dedicated to the responsibilities of the role as a positive influence.
After school goals: Beyond Year 12, I plan to attend university to pursue a degree in medical sciences or psychology.
Westminster School
Eliza Maloney, 16
Responsibilities: A school captain at Westminster School is a positive role model who promotes a supportive and inclusive culture. They lead service projects, mentor younger students and help organise school events. Additionally, they bridge communication between students, staff and the broader community, ensuring everyone’s voice is heard and valued.
Reason for taking up the role: I have a genuine love for Westminster School and that it provides a great education for not only local students, but our boarding students too from mainly rural, regional and remote interstate locations. I have always admired the personal qualities of previous school captains, who have taught me so much about kindness, gratitude, humility and bravery. I was inspired to add my own touch to the legacy they have left behind.
Impact of the role: I want to be remembered for my involvement and commitment. To really make the most of this education, you need to be adventurous, step out of your comfort zone and try new things without fearing failure. This is something our school principal has encouraged me to embrace and I hope to inspire others to do the same.
After school goals: After school, I plan to go to university in 2026. Whether I end up studying interstate or staying in Adelaide, I am for now keeping my options open. With the subjects I’m currently studying, I’m seriously considering pursuing a degree in law.
James Young, 16
How being school captain feels: As one of Westminster’s school captains, I continue to feel no higher than any of my fellow students.
Impact of the role: A quote from an excellent former school captain stated “at the end of it all, people don’t remember exactly what you did, but how you made them feel”. I believe this represents what my captaincy will be about next year. What I want to leave with the school community is an impact not to be forgotten.
After school goals: During college I aim to study business studies and pursue life as an entrepreneur of my own business.
Gleeson College
Morgan Broadbent, 16
Responsibilities: Some of the responsibilities involved in leadership include being the voice of the student body, participating in school events (e.g. school masses, assemblies, and
house events), attending meetings to promote change, serving the school community
by participating in all areas of the college, and being a role model.
Skills to develop: The skills I hope to further develop as college president include goal setting, time management, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. If I continue to develop these skills, it will allow me to be the best leader I can be and enable me to support my peers and the college. A
After school goals: I want to pursue a university degree in paramedicine. I’ve always been passionate about helping and caring for others, and I believe becoming a paramedic would allow me to make a real difference in people’s lives by providing emergency medical care.
William Elsworthy, 16
Reason for taking up the role: I see it as a way to give back to the community, plus I really enjoy meeting new people across other year levels and getting to know them.
How being school captain feels: Being a captain is a great feeling; it makes me feel like I am heard and am a part of the school getting my voice to be heard and suggesting new things from a student’s perspective.
After school goals: I hope to go to Flinders University to study 3D animation which has always been a goal of mine. I wish to work as a 3D animator and with the ultimate goal of working at PIXAR animation studios in San Francisco.
Seymour College
Sithuki Seelaman, 17
Responsibilities: As head girl, my primary duty is to serve the college and be the “go-between” between the staff and students. I aim to be an inspiring role model and community-minded ambassador for the college and students. In terms of physical responsibilities, the majority are shared with the student leadership team, but mostly with the deputy head girl, Amber Russell. As a collective, we are tasked with leading weekly assemblies, organising our Black Watch Formal, designing our Year 12 jumpers, forming connections with girls in the college across all campuses, planning various social events with other schools, and starting new initiatives, just to name a few.
Reason for taking up the role: Representation has always been such an important thing to me, and there are very few people, especially girls, who look like me in leadership positions. That lack of representation is so disheartening to see, and it was definitely a challenge for me growing up as I found it hard to determine where and if I belonged. I don’t want anyone to feel like that ever, so that’s why I applied for leadership. I hope to be a figure of hope and belonging to not just those who look like me, but to empower all Seymour students.
How being school captain feels: If I told my 10-year-old self on her first day at Seymour that she would one day be head girl, she would think I was joking. I have grown and learned so much about myself throughout my time at Seymour and have come to love the unique traditions that the college provides, so having the ability to be a leader in such a wonderful environment is incredible.
After school goals: I haven’t fully decided yet but I’m considering something in law, finance and/or music.
St Peter’s College
Aadi Mittal, 18
Responsibilities: As school captains we are dedicating a year of service to the school. Our
responsibilities range from engaging with the student body to ensure they feel a
sense of belonging and connection to our community, to organising school events,
connecting with old scholars and setting a positive example through our actions and
behaviour.
Growth opportunities: The role of school captain provides me the opportunity to interact with a diverse range of people, from peers to old scholars. These interactions will allow me to further understand a variety of different career paths and perspectives.
After school goals: I’m planning to complete a Bachelor of Physiotherapy. While my current focus is studying physiotherapy, I’m still exploring possibilities inlaw and psychology. My main objective is to work in a field where I can positively impact the lives of others through engaging in meaningful problem-solving.
Huaqin (Tiger) Liu, 17
How being school captain feels: Having just been appointed to the role I feel excited and curious, but it’s also a little surreal – I don’t think the reality of having this position has fully set in yet.
Impact of the role: I hope my role helps others feel valued and supported at school, knowing there are people who genuinely care about their wellbeing, are willing to listen, and want the best for them.
After school goals: I’m interested in pursuing a university degree, particularly in biology or foreign aid.
Tatachilla Lutheran College
Travis Robinson-Prince, 17
Responsibilities: The role of a school captain encompasses representing the student body by serving as their voice in school matters. Responsibilities include conducting meetings, gathering and considering student input, demonstrating leadership and actively serving the school community.
Reason for taking up the role: As a proud student of Tatachilla for 13 years, I put my hand up for school captain to represent the college before graduating and to leave a positive impact. How being school captain feels: Serving as captain provides a sense of professionalism and responsibility to authentically represent the school and foster a positive impact. With Tatachilla approaching its 30th anniversary, I am honoured to represent the college during this significant milestone and am committed to making this a memorable and successful year for our school community.
After school goals: I’m working towards becoming a general practitioner. However, in life, I aim to explore a range of careers and opportunities, much like an entrepreneur.
Jakayla Loza, 17
Reason for taking up the role: I put my hand up for school captain because I have a passion for making a positive impact. I believe in creating lasting changes that will benefit our school and I’m especially driven to promote sustainability within our community.
Skills to develop: I’m developing skills like public speaking, teamwork, problem-solving and responsibility. These skills are not only essential for a leadership role but also foundational for a career where I hope to inspire and enact change.
Impact of the role: I strive to create a supportive environment where students feel heard, valued and encouraged to engage with important issues. One initiative I’m leading is the development of a native bushfood garden, already underway with some plants in place. This project supports sustainability and connects students with local ecology and traditional bush foods, promoting both environmental awareness and appreciation for First Nations knowledge.
After school goals: I’d like to work in a field where I can merge international business with sustainable practices, such as a role in corporate social responsibility, international management or sustainability consulting.
Mercedes College
Annabel Hage, 17
Responsibilities: As a College Captain, it is my responsibility to uphold the College’s values and serve as a role model, which means setting the standard for a welcoming College culture, ensuring that every community member feels respected and valued.
How I feel about being School Captain: I am extremely honoured to have the opportunity to represent Mercedes College as a Captain. I feel excited about the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead. However, there is definitely pressure to meet the high standards set by past leaders.
What I want to do after school: There are many University courses and industries which I am interested in and at this stage I am unsure about the specific career path I want to pursue. To keep my options open I am taking as many opportunities as possible to prepare me for any career path I decide to take; this includes doing the International Baccalaureate program.
Annabelle Keane, 16
Responsibilities: As a college captain, there are various responsibilities we uphold including organising school events, leading school tours, meeting with leadership to share ideas and being a role-model to our peers and younger students.
Reason for taking up the role: I applied for college captain because I’m passionate about creating a caring, inclusive, and respectful environment at Mercedes, where every student feels safe and happy in their place of learning.
Impact of the role: Captains have a positive impact on the college by earning the trust to take on meaningful responsibilities and actively support the leadership team with our ideas and contributions. Building this trust is significant, knowing our input influences key decisions and creates a bridge for sharing ideas across year levels. This collaborative role allows us to bring forward suggestions from all students, helping to shape a more inclusive and dynamic school environment.
After school goals: I hope to get into Flinders University to start my bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics.
James Nussio, 17
Reason for taking up the role: The main reason I decided to put my hand up to be college captain was the pride and privilege I get from being part of the Mercedes community. I wanted to make a positive change at the college and support my peers and other students. I also wanted to build on the legacy that has been built up by previous captains.
Skills to develop: Being college captain allows you to develop an array of skills. You learn how to positively collaborate with others, how to share thoughts and ideas. You also get the chance to meet new people which helps to grow your social skills and improve your confidence.
After school goals: I’m considering doing something in Allied Health specifically Occupational therapy or Psychology. I study Psychology at the College and find it fascinating.
Theodore Sweeney, 17
How being school captain feels: I was honoured to be elected as a Mercedes 2025 college captain, as I believe it is an important role at the college and one that I am motivated to fulfil. I am excited to build on the legacy left by previous captains, upholding and promoting our Mercy keys of integrity, responsibility, mutual respect, compassion and justice.
Impact of the role: I am keen to show that it is okay to take the positive risks and try and undertake as many activities as possible. I want to achieve this by pursuing opportunities in our drama and arts department, which is a great opportunity to improve college participation and model a more inclusive and varietal community.
After school goals: I intend to study a double degree of law and psychology at the University of Adelaide. I have a particular interest in politics and criminal law, but I am open to all the career opportunities that may come up during my years at University.
Saint Ignatius College
Tumbika Kalua, 17
Responsibilities: As a school captain we act as primary representatives of the entire student body, as well as lead certain school events and initiatives. Above all we look to be role models to our peers, displaying servant leadership through leading within a community.
How being school captain feels: Initially, there was a certain nervousness and uncertainty, which is in some way still present now as I wait to see what the upcoming school year holds. Nonetheless I am currently looking forward to the role and the experience that comes forth from it.
After school goals: I am interested in studying health sciences (such as nutritional science) or physiology and biomechanics through something such as physiotherapy. I am also looking to pursue professional sports through the upcoming years.
Gabrielle Elias, 16
Reason for taking up the role: The role of college captain represented to me a unique opportunity to give back to a school that has profoundly shaped the person that I am today. I was drawn to this role by my love for motivating and nurturing others, and my eagerness to fulfil my passion for social justice and supporting an authentic student voice.
How being school captain feels: My appointment certainly hasn’t sunk in yet! I am filled with gratitude and excitement to be able to serve my school community, it is an absolute privilege. I am excited to work with my co-captain, Tumbi, over the next 12 months.
After school goals: After school I am excited to continue my educational journey at university and I am hoping to complete a semester abroad, maybe in France.
Rostrevor College
Alecs Zorzi, 16
Responsibilities: Being in the role of head prefect is about being a role model for others and forming connections with students of all ages. While it does involve the behind-the-scenes tasks such as running meetings, co-ordinating events and delivering speeches, I believe a great school captain is one who can mentor others.
Impact of the role: I and the rest of the prefect body have a large influence on the student-led initiatives that are run throughout the year. This includes the theme of the year, as well as certain events including fundraisers and advocacy promoting occasions. Additionally, the prefect body acts as a voice for our peers.
After school goals: After school, I want to undertake a double degree in Adelaide. I am set on doing engineering, however, I am still not 100 per cent set on the other degree I will undertake.
Prescott College Southern
Breanna Johns, 17
Responsibilities: I am responsible for being a positive role model for my fellow students. I am also responsible for being a voice for the students when they make any improvements towards the school. I am the person to speak up about it and ensure everyone has a say in what happens in our school community.
Reason for taking up the role: I decided to put my foot forward and set up for the role of captain because I felt like I would be a very active part of our school community since I always try to help wherever possible.
After school goal: I aim to attend Flinders University to complete a course in screen and media since it’s something I am looking to pursue in the future.
Liam Yeo, 16
How being school captain feels: Now that I know that I got the role it has changed my perspective on the future.
Skills to develop: I am hoping to develop my communication skills throughout my captaincy.
After school goals: I would like to get in to Avondale University and get a Bachelors of Business.
Kildare College
Amelia and Jasmine
Responsibilities: We are excited to embrace the opportunity to serve our community by being student voice representatives, acting as positive role models and embodying our college’s core values. We are proud to represent Kildare College in every aspect – whether through active involvement in initiatives or leading events that strengthen and support our vibrant community.
How being school captain feels: We are incredibly excited, well supported and genuinely happy to come to Kildare each day as the 2025 college captains. We are eagerly looking forward to our final year with the opportunity to serve on the student leadership team alongside the college prefects. It is going to be an unforgettable experience!
Impact of the role: Although our journey as college captains is just beginning, we are committed to making a positive impact across every part of the community. Our goal is to be visible, actively engage others, and foster involvement while offering support, especially to those who need it most.
Scotch College
Patrick Keenan, 17
Responsibilities: There are many responsibilities of being college captain including being an example and leader for other students, being an approachable person for students, meeting new and current parents, attending events on behalf of the school, collaborating with
the other student leaders to create change around the school, being a voice of the students and many more.
Reason for taking up the role: The reason I went for school captain is because I wanted to give back to the school and help all students have the same positive experience that I have at Scotch.
After school goals: I would like to get a university degree after school. I would like to pursue a career in aerospace engineering.
Amy Wallace, 16
How being school captain feels: I feel honoured, proud and motivated to be college captain. It is a significant responsibility that fills me with a sense of purpose and mostly I am excited about the opportunities to lead, make a difference and contribute to the school’s community through servant leadership.
Impact of the role: As school captain, I will strive to continue to create an inclusive and supportive environment where every student feels valued. I work to engage students in school activities, promote wellbeing, and ensure their voices are heard. By participating in community service, advocating for important causes, and demonstrating social responsibility, we can inspire others and help build a more just and compassionate world.
After school goals: I plan to study at university. I am interested in pursuing a degree that allows me to explore my passions and open up diverse opportunities. I hope to incorporate travel into my university years, either through study abroad programs or an exchange semester.
Nazareth Catholic College
Georgia Parker, 16
Responsibilities: A Nazareth school captain is a prestigious position that plays an integral role in honouring the voice of the student body within the college community. School captains do not only embody the college’s ‘5 Habits of Excellence’ but are also a role model for peers and younger years to inspire them to strive for success and reach their full potential.
Reason for taking up the role: For me, putting my hand up to be a captain at Nazareth meant I would provide myself the opportunity to give back to the college community. Applying for this role meant more than just applying for a leadership title but having the opportunity to develop my leadership skills and work with a variety of people to shape myself as a leader and benefit me in the future.
After school goals: Speech pathology or occupational therapy.
Matthew Beer, 16
How being school captain: I feel it is a huge honour to be a college captain and contribute to Nazareth’s ongoing success in some way.
Skills to develop: I feel as though I will have the opportunity to develop all skills associated with leadership, especially speaking to large groups of people at college events.
After school goals: I still do not have a clear idea of what I want to do after school, but I hope to go to university and complete some form of teaching degree.
Mary MacKillop College
Chiara Del Tedesco, 17
Responsibilities: As the co-college captain at Mary MacKillop College, my responsibilities include working closely with staff as well as both leading and supporting the Year 12 student leadership Team in fulfilling our College mission. Acting as a role model within the school community, it is my responsibility to be a positive influence on the student body and lead by example. I
Impact of the role: I strive to bring empathy and approachability to the table therefore establishing strong relationships with my peers and the younger students at the College, overall, positively impacting the student body.
After school goals: I would like to continue my studies at university completing a degree in medical imaging.
Jennifer Daly, 17
Reason for taking up this role: I decided to apply for college captain because I’d been inspired by the previous college captains. Ever since starting in Year 7, I was amazed by the compassion, courage and strong leadership shown by the girls with this role, and I knew I wanted to continue this legacy in making the college a place of inclusivity and kindness.
Skills to develop: Some skills I’ve been developing is my time management and public speaking skills. They are many responsibilities attached to being a college captain and learning to juggle these along with my Year 12 study schedule will be important.
After school goals: I’m still deciding what I want to do after school, but I’m interested in STEM, so possibly something down that pathway.
Walford Anglican School for Girls
Zara Hutchinson, 17
Responsibilities: My duties include a range of leadership, representation and organisational tasks aimed at promoting a positive school culture. My main responsibility is to act as a role model for other students and to uphold and promote Walford’s values and culture. I provide mentoring and peer support, organise activities and events to foster school spirit and build community and act as an ambassador for the school at external events.
How being school captain feels: I feel a mix of pride, responsibility, excitement, and gratitude. I am honoured to have been chosen to represent my peers and the school in this capacity and hope that my leadership will have a positive and lasting impact on our school community.
After school goals: I would like to become a behavioural psychologist.
Eliza Rayner, 17
Reason for taking up the role: Previous school captains have been an inspiration to me in the way they dedicate themselves to the school, specifically how they have demonstrated the school’s values of Courage, Commitment, Community and Growth. I put my hand up to be captain because I was interested in learning how to further demonstrate these values to contribute to my school community.
Skills to develop: I am learning to manage my time more efficiently and become more organised. I am also learning how to be more flexible.
After school goals: I am interested in pursuing a career in the health sector.
Unity College
Olivia McDonald, 17
Responsibilities: There are a wide variety of responsibilities that I must uphold, along with my current schooling and study schedule. This includes representing the student body and communicating with staff when students wish for actions of change within the community.
Reason for taking up the role: I wanted to be considered for a student leadership role in 2025 because I think that it is a fantastic opportunity to challenge myself and expand my leadership qualities.
After school goals: I want to study at a the a university in Adelaide to earn myself a degree and work my way into the workforce. The opportunity to take a gap year and travel to different countries also excites me.
Bethany Calnan, 16
How being school captain feels: So far, being student leader has been both exciting and humbling. I feel honoured that my peers and teachers chose me for this role and believe in me to do good.
Impact of the role: I strive to be a positive influence and role model for my peers. I try my hardest to boost school spirit, create a welcoming atmosphere, and increase the number of students engaging in activities.
After school goals: I hope to take a gap year and volunteer overseas in a range of causes I am passionate about including aquatic restoration, habitation, community rebuilding and childcare. After this gap year, I plan to pursue a Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery at Adelaide University in 2027. I am particularly interested in orthodontics but will have to complete a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry degree before I can enter this field.
Woodcroft College
Tyler Atkinson
Responsibilities: As a college captain I have responsibilities such as events to attend, and matters that require my input, as well as upholding the college values in all that I do. It is my responsibility to speak for the student body, as well as collaborate with my fellow captains to have a positive impact on the school.
Skills to develop: Being a school captain certainly improves leadership skills, confidence in public speaking and being accountable as a role model. It also refines time management skills as being captain may involve commitment outside of school as well as being able to balance meetings and other responsibilities with schoolwork.
After school goals: Whether I take a gap year or not, it is likely that I will go to university at some point. I am just not sure which degree or course.
Archie Kutschbach
Reason for taking up the role: I put my hand up to be captain to allow for the voices of those around me to be heard and I want to support more student driven initiatives throughout my time in the role.
Impact of the role: I have implemented community minded initiatives including weekly activities in the middle school to support students to build connections and strengthen existing relationships to create a stronger sense of community within the school. This community minded thinking is something I look forward to bringing next year to leave a positive impact on the college and allow others to feel better throughout their school journey.
After school goals: I am looking to enter various TAFE courses with a focus around the maritime industry. Next year I will begin this journey through a VET course and post school I will continue to expand my education and experiences at TAFE.
Isobel Thornton
How being school captain feels: I feel proud to be able to represent my school and honoured to be a voice for students. There are also some nerves and pressure that come with the title.
Impact of the role: I have the opportunity to be a role model and hopefully positively impact younger students by showing them the Woodcroft way. For me this means showing up to events, putting my hand up to speak at events, being a friendly and approachable face around the school and being presentable when wearing my uniform and attending events.
After school goals: At this stage I am not sure. I hope that being a school captain will expose me to other possibilities and help me grow and learn about myself and what I am best suited for and what I enjoy.
Adria Burden
Reason for taking up the role: I wanted to make a difference and give back to the college. My experience at Woodcroft College has shaped who I am today. There are so many opportunities for students that I have been a part of that have profoundly impacted who I am as a person, a leader and on my value system. So, I really want to give back to the college.
How being school captain feels: I feel proud to be a college captain as it is such a prestigious role and it is an honour to be representing such an amazing school. I am excited to have been given this opportunity and cannot wait to get started!
After school goals: I had the wonderful opportunity to go on college trips to New Zealand and Germany. I cannot wait to travel and explore more after school.
Cedar College
Brooke Moss, 17
Responsibilities: The head prefects are responsible for organising several events each year to involve all students in promoting things like bullying prevention and checking up on others. They also support all of the other prefects and house captains in their roles as well as
mentoring the younger student leaders.
Reason for taking up this role: I was a house captain last year and I really enjoyed being in student leadership and had heaps of fun, so I decided to go for a prefect position this time as I am going into Year 12 next year and I have always wanted to be a prefect ever
since Year 7.
After school goals: I am thinking about joining the Airforce and studying at ADFA to get a uni degree.
Saisushanth Sreeram, 16
How being school captain feels: Being prefect has given me a greater sense of purpose and helping contribute in a positive way to the school has made me feel happy. It has also given me responsibilities that I will do my best to uphold.
Skills to develop: The main skills I am developing as a school prefect include skills which regard effective communication and leadership. This is in addition to interpersonal skills as I work in a team of leaders. These are all skills that are integral to being a good doctor as they are vital skills in the field of health.
After school goals: I would like to become a doctor as I have an interest in the field of health and medicine.
Concordia College
Lexi, 16
Responsibilities: A school captain at Concordia College participates in school events and tours, organises fundraising events and activities and runs chapel services.
Reason for taking up the role: In so many ways I have been a recipient of the work and effort previous school leaders have done. I would like to create a community at Concordia that replicates this, growing in my own character at the same time.
After school goals: Although I’m not entirely sure what I want to study yet, I would like to study at university.
Jake, 17
Impact of the role: My impact focuses on the atmosphere of the school. By organising events and assemblies, we are encouraging cross year level interaction to make people feel supported. I hope that my impact as captain will inspire younger years to lead in making a difference.
Skills to develop: I have developed my skills of time management – where I need to focus on school work and the role as a leader.
After school goals: I’m really interested in civil engineering and designing transport systems.
St Francis de Sales College
Holly Paech, 17
Responsibilities: The role of our school leaders is to create a positive college community by implementing the students’ ideas and giving back to the local community. This includes responsibilities such as assisting with events and activities our college hosts such as Breakfast Club, Hungry No More program and helping bring the college community come together through events and charity fundraisers.
Reason for taking up the role: Ever since I was a child I have been a social butterfly. I loved helping others, loved collaborating in a team and always held my voice strong especially for others. This drive for change and the legacy that all the previous college captains have left inspired me to sign up.
After school goals: At the moment I am studying my Certificate III in Early Childhood Education, so after school I hope to continue my learning become a qualified teacher through a university degree.
Cara Parker-Thomas, 16
How being school captain feels: Incredibly proud, eager and hopeful. It’s very affirming to have the support of my peers, so I’m looking forward to being able to collaborate with the rest of the leadership team in order to leave behind a memorable legacy. Also I get a fancy yellow trim on my blazer which is super cool!
Impact of the role: A key impact I want to have on my peers is to both encourage and enable them to become the next generation of leaders.
After school goals: I’d like to go straight into university after I graduate – fingers crossed to Flinders or Adelaide to study medicine.
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