Outstanding Experiences

Hello KGV! My name is Dharuka, and I am truly honoured to be one of your Head Prefects for 2025. My journey at KGV started in year 7, 5 years ago, which I find really hard to believe. Ever since then I have always felt an underlying desire and encouragement to give back to the school, and I believe the reason was a core value of mine. 
  
Appreciation is a value I hold to be very important. Being able to appreciate what you have and the opportunities you get is fundamental to your beliefs as a person and your outlook on life. This quality is what drove me to give back to the school. After all the things I've learnt, and the ways I’ve grown, it is only fair that I give something back. Therefore, encouraging me to pursue the role of head prefect even from a very young age. I have taken this quality into many aspects of my life, whether that be sports (appreciating your coaches), academics (appreciating your teachers and chance to grow), leadership roles (appreciating your chance to help others), and of course your friends and family.

Appreciation is a trait that will change your perspective and philosophy. My hope with this role is that I am able to spark feelings of appreciation and pride in each of you, making you feel more at home at KGV. I hope that you recognize this quality through your experience of my leadership and interaction with me, as I would love to bring this trait along with me as Head Prefect for 2025.

Hi KGV! I’m Maya and I’m so grateful to be one of your Head Prefects for 2025. In my family of 3 siblings, I have always been surrounded by endless company and love, to a point where I almost take it for granted. My family doesn’t end there—over the years, KGV has grown into a second home. I share some of my most precious memories with my friends, some of whom I’ve walked through the historic days of primary school with, and some whom I’ve met along the way. They’re the ones who know my undying love for the school’s tteokbokki and the hardship I’ve endured in Chinese ASL. Academically, I’ve always gravitated towards objectivity and logic, thus I grew fond of computer science. While STEM has always been my forte, I never saw myself as someone who could thrive on a singular passion. I've always held a secret love for history and debate, and outside that, I took up dance as my side hustle. 

As much as I’d like to glorify myself, I am also someone who procrastinates, is disorganised and gets anxious. In some moments, deciding between two restaurants seems like an impossible feat, and at times, I too get insecure. And gosh, I have so many regrets. Standing here today, I know I have such a long way to go, and so many expectations and aspirations to live up to. But I wouldn’t be me if I didn’t have the confidence to keep going. With 2025 being a perfect square year, I’m so excited to see what lies ahead for everyone. Just like you got to know me through reading this, I want to get to know you too, so please feel free to email me or stop me in the hallways for a chat, anytime! My friends always say that I’ve got a contagious laugh—I guess that's ‘cause it comes from the heart. I hope this year, you find happiness that truly comes from your heart.

Over the last 5 years at KGV, I have witnessed what a real impact student leaders can have on the student body. At school, I’ve been presented with unforgettable experiences and countless opportunities - a true testament to the work of the hundreds of student leaders that preceded us. I want to be a student leader to carry on their legacy and give back to the community that has done so much for me. Being surrounded by this community everyday, I feel a great sense of belonging and pride for our school. As a leader, I hope that we can make school a place of lasting memories and shared successes, so one day each of you also feel the same.

In my role as the Head of Student Council, I am deeply committed to serve, inspire and create a meaningful difference in our community. Through working with our team and addressing your feedback, I hope that we can be a voice for the students, fostering an environment where we all thrive and succeed. With our initiatives, I want to promote a safe and inclusive environment where all of you feel equally valued, supported and engaged with the school’s vision.

I am committed to creating an open space within our school community where creative ideas can be harnessed to benefit KGV. While it’s easy to complain about issues we face, I believe that true change comes from taking action. As a student leader, I want to be part of the solution, addressing concerns and challenges head-on. I have first-hand witnessed the power a proactive student body can have on the lives of students to ensure a balance between academics and our wider lives. Having a forum in which students feel involved in key decisions to ensure each decision we make reflects the unique perspectives of each KGV student, amplifies our sense of belonging. 

I am committed to bridging the gap between the student leadership teams and the younger students - ensuring that all students understand how their input makes all the difference in shaping the way our school operates and evolves. My goal is to transform the student council into a more collaborative forum where there is an established communication channel interlinking students, teachers, and school administration.of our school. I aim to leverage my role to bridge the gap between students and administration.