James Petrella (College Captain)

What do you hope to achieve this year in your role?
Going into 2017 as the College Captain was a big step up personally. I have come into this year with many ideas and values. This year I have combined a list of different things that I can do to make a difference and be known as the school College Captain who made a difference. So far I have some major ambitions, one of these is to increase student morale at assemblies by creating more student involvement and an upbeat vibe. Another major ambition is that I am in the process of attempting to compose a College anthem.

Who is a leader that you admire and why do you admire them?
Personally when I think of a great leader I do not look up to those who have been smothered in accomplishment, I look to those smaller individuals within a community who devote their heart and soul to a cause. For example, I look up to Steve who runs the local Salvation Army op shop who I worked with for over a year. His dedication and commitment to helping others and leading a group of volunteers is what true leadership is about to me.

What are some of your goals for the future?
My goals and ambitions for my futures is to successfully pass VCE of course, and then I wish to go university to study a double degree in Accounting and Business Management at either La Trobe or Swinburne. Also I do wish to continue the connections I make this year with my teachers, friends and fellow leaders.

Final message.
A personal message to those who are reading this is, no matter what happens in life do not let it hold you down. Follow your dreams and ambitions, because I remember when I was in year seven to now. I never thought I could achieve what I have today, all it takes is that self motivation and persistence.