What an unbelievable moment it was. My heart was overflowing with so much joy and gratitude , I honestly couldn’t believe I was standing before everyone as the new Head Girl.
First, I extended a sincere and heartfelt thank you to every single person who had voted for me. It wasn’t just my victory; it was a victory for every student who had raised their voice during the election. It was a powerful demonstration of Habit 8: Find Your Voice. Every vote, every conversation, every idea shared had been an expression of that voice. The election process had become our platform to be heard, and that day, everyone had shown that when we speak up for what we believe in, we can make a real difference together.
To the students who had trusted me and given me this incredible opportunity, I wanted them to know that I had heard them and was there for them. As their Head Girl, I had promised to be a leader who listened and understood what they had to say. My role had been to represent their interests, their concerns, and their innovative ideas , and I had remained approachable and ready to do so.
I also expressed my heartfelt gratitude to the teachers who had supported me and helped me grow into the person I had become. Their guidance, corrections, and unwavering encouragement had been invaluable. They had not only imparted knowledge but had also instilled in me the discipline and determination to pursue my goals. They had believed in me and given me the courage to believe in myself, and for that, I remained eternally grateful.
I thanked everyone again for their trust and promised to serve the school with dedication and integrity. Together, we made that year a truly memorable and successful one.
Laiha Arsalan
Head Girl
5-Blue