Local student, Kiyshirah Ah-Thew will take over the top job at Majella Catholic Primary School, Balga, on June 6.
Kiyshirah will act as “principal” as part of a national program being coordinated by Principals Australia Institute – Student Principal for a Day.
Kiyshirah will take on a variety of tasks as honorary principal including speaking at an assembly, joining in a Leadership Team meeting and visiting classrooms. “I am really excited to be Principal for a Day because I have always wondered what the principal does every day and I would like to do the same thing she does,” the student said.
“I hope that I have an awesome day being the principal of our wonderful school, Majella Catholic Primary School.” School Principal Lina Bertolini is happy to hand over the leadership role and hopes it will give students a practical lesson in what it takes to be a great leader.
“I hope that Kiyshirah will gain a better understanding of the qualities that are important for leadership as well as an appreciation for the various aspects of a principal’s role,” Ms Bertolini said.
Majella Catholic Primary School is one of over 90 primary and secondary schools around the country taking part in Student Principal for a Day.
Principals Australia Institute (PAI) is coordinating the day to focus the nation’s attention on the value and importance of quality school leadership.
“I think this event will serve as a catalyst to showcase the important role that principals play not only in our schools, but in our community,” explains Jim Davies, CEO of PAI.
Participants are also taking part in two webinars and an online community.
“Our aim is to get students around the country sharing their experiences and learning from each other.”
Jim believes that the day may encourage participants to consider a career in education.
“Being a principal is a challenging and rewarding job. Who knows, one of our student principals may take on the job for real one day.”