What have I learned this past year taking MC Leadership?

This year in MC leadership I learned that being a leader is not always about being in charge or talking the most. A lot of the time, it is just being reliable and actually helping when help is needed. I got better at working with younger students, being patient, and not waiting to be asking to do something before doing it. I am most proud of the fact that I tried my best to stay consistent while balancing my studies. I helped with events, organizations and clean-ups when needed.

Memorable moments this past year

One of the most memorable moments was spending a whole day with elementary classes, I was dreading it at first, but ended up having lots of fun. It showed me that kids really do look up to older students, so it served as a reminder for how important it is to be responsible. Another big memory was the Grade 5 school dance. I helped with setting up the tables, snacks, the cotton candy machine, and the clean up. It was a long day but very entertaining not just for the students but the volunteers as well. Helping at the book fair is another thing i remember well. I helped with the sales and the clean-up. The clean up was the best part because there was no longer huge lines and loud noise all at once.

How can we inspire others to join MC next year?

To inspire others to join our class, we should show other students that it isn’t just for super-outgoing people. It is just about helping and being a part of the school in a way that shows you care and are trying. We could also post more about what we actually do, perhaps behind-the-scenes stuff, funny moments, or just group photos would be nice. Also just talking to people would help. A lot of students would be great for leadership but don’t think they’d fit in until they try it, so encouraging them would help.