We can have confidence in our 2019 College Captains Grace Clinton and Matthew Gamble to steer the ship through calm waters next year. They already have their good humour and sailor hats ready to go. The College Captains, four Vice Captains and a team of xx prefects were invested into their new roles at the Prefect Investiture ceremony on Friday 19 October. You can discover the list of prefects HERE.
Grace and Matthew told the assembled students and staff, as well as the families of our 2019 College leadership group, that they are well versed in working together. Not only did they attend the same kindergarten and primary school before arriving at MLMC, they have also lived in the same street.
While Grace opened her speech by saying, all while standing on a small block: “I’ll address the elephant in the room. Yes, I am 4 foot 9 and Matthew is 6 foot 4.” But, she assured the audience that they have both seen the College over the years “from all perspectives”, while Matthew said they were looking forward to “steering the ship”.
Grace and Matthew have each written about their excitement at being appointed a College Captain for 2019:
Being appointed Captain for 2019 has been unreal. From Year 7, I’ve always admired the previous College Captains for their speeches and their ability to inspire and bring a community together, although, I never imagined myself in the actual position. Now that Matt and I have the opportunity to do the same, I’m so excited to lead the College in positive spirits. I am very passionate about getting involved and sharing a positive attitude. Both myself and Matt look forward to continuing the enthusiastic and encouraging spirits of (2018 Captains) Danni (Virgona) and Ethan (Wake). Their positive attitude and commitment to the College is something we will continue here at MLMC. I aim to stay focused and to really immerse myself and connect with my school community. — Grace Clinton (Year 11 Purple)
It has been a thrilling experience being selected to represent MLMC as College Captain for 2019. I am extremely excited to work with Grace to further the previous Captains’ work and also to add contributions of our own, providing positive new opportunities for our College. It was witnessing the previous Captains, Danni (Virgona) and Ethan (Wake), and other role models’ abilities to speak, represent and involve themselves in the community that inspired me to apply for the captaincy. I am very excited to work with such a wonderful group of peers and Prefects in the coming year and to achieve many great things. — Matthew Gamble (Year 11 Silver)
