The Headmaster, his Assistants, Members of Staff, Outgoing Prefects, Seniors, and Fellow Students,
I am honored to address each one of you and present my manifesto as the incoming school compound overseer for our esteemed institution.
It is crucial to recognize that we all possess the divine essence within us and share a common humanity. However, individuals from diverse backgrounds exhibit distinct ways of life, thinking, and conduct. These variations are primarily influenced by their respective environments. Thus, an individual’s upbringing and surroundings significantly contribute to shaping their behavior.
As an environment captain at school, my responsibilities include:
- a) Making sure cleanliness is a top priority and maintained in all areas of the school, including classrooms and the compound. A clean environment is crucial for fostering critical thinking.
- b) Encouraging positive relationships between students and teachers as they promote the sharing of ideas among caring individuals. If every student has strong and positive relationships, it will have a positive impact on the overall school environment. It is my role to oversee this aspect.
- c) Assisting in promoting self-discipline among students.
Indiscipline issues have the potential to negatively impact the school environment, which is meant for learning. It is my duty to create an academically focused atmosphere characterized by peace, positive relationships, and a commitment to fulfilling student responsibilities. Respecting and taking care of school property is important, as well as using available resources efficiently. Moreover, it is vital to support the implementation of policies and strategies developed by the school captain.
When carrying out my duties, I anticipate encountering certain challenges. Some of these challenges include:
- Rude cases: Occasionally, when instructing students to wash, some may respond in a disrespectful manner. As a student myself, I am unable to physically discipline them. It is disheartening that even if I were to penalize them, they would simply disregard my authority.
- Unclean compound: At times, I come across an untidy environment and am faced with the dilemma of deciding who should clean it. I cannot simply choose someone arbitrarily as I don’t want to oppress them. Nevertheless, as a leader, I am prepared to confront any challenges that arise.
