Week Beginning - 8th February 2021
10RDS
Konrad Zeno
Week Beginning - 8th February 2021
10RDS
Konrad Zeno:
Ghost of Tsushima: The True Feeling Of a Samurai (SPOILER WARNING)
When I saw the ending the credits roll for Ghost of Tsushima, It was the first time I ever felt distraught about the ending of an adventure, When you see the ending for yourself, The only thing you will say to yourself for the next hour is, ‘Damn, what an ending’ and not in the bad way like you hated the ending but instead you will be in a rollercoaster of emotions going from sad to happy to sad to happy and so on. Basically, the only thing I can say in this introduction is that Ghost of Tsushima is an absolute masterpiece and you are only doing a disservice to yourself by not experiencing it.
There are so many things I want to say right now but first let me start with the story (Spoilers start here by the way). The game takes place in the late 13th century and the Mongol Empire has laid waste to entire nations in its campaign to conquer the East, Tsushima Island is the all the stands between mainland Japan and a massive Mongol invasion. Now that is just the basic summary of the game’s storyline and yet there is so much more to explain however, I would be here for hours if I were to explain everything but what I can say is that all of it is just outstanding and an absolute masterclass in how video games of this generation. In a world where we have trash like FIFA and NBA with their pay-to-win microtransactions basically sqeezing out every last penny out of your wallets, here we have Ghost of Tsushima showing everyone that masterpieces are not impossible and are actually worth making in the video game industry.
Another positive, I have to mention is the combat and oh my lord, it’s so good, I can’t stop blushing about it. So remember when I said the word Samurai in the intro, well that’s what you will feel like after just an hour or so of picking up your controller and swinging with that katana while absolutely destroying any foolish bandit or Mongol who dares to challenge you, just like the story, I can’t say much without going on for hours but just know that it is one of the best if not the best combat of all time.
Now you may be asking, ‘Are you going to talk about any negatives or what’ and your wish has come, well not really though because this game has like 2 minor negatives and even then they are just nit picks. First of all, the game uses the touchpad of the ps4 controller to do some minor things like emotes or calling upon the guiding wind to guide you to your destination which isn’t bad per say but performing the emotes can be quite hard at times like when you want to play the flute or take out your katana, it’s probably going to take multiple swipes to perform those actions.
My second complaint is that climbing cliffs can feel quite sluggish at times, sometimes, I had to push my left stick multiple times to perform any actions which did frustrate me a tiny bit but like I said earlier it is an extremely minor negative and I think the only reason it happened was because of my subpar controller which wasn’t in a particually desirable state.
All in all, Ghost of Tsushima is a love letter to those who have
ever wanted to see the closest thing to a perfect action, adventure game or
just wanted to feel a proper samurai or a ghost who hides in tall grass and
strikes their enemies from the shadows with a very engaging, harsh and
realistic story to boot with only a couple of minor negatives stopping this
game from becoming the incarnation of perfection and that’s why I am going to
give it its deserved rating of 10/10 or 5/5 stars.
Keira Maher
Breakfast club
The breakfast club is a Teen
drama currently on Netflix, this movie is all about five students with
different mindsets. They all face detention in the library on a early Saturday
morning, as time passes there pride and popularity starts to fade and they become
close friends and forget who they are for that day (popular and nerdy) It’s
confusing because they learn a lot about each other and wonder what will happen
on Monday and the talk they had all together about what will happen on Monday,
I feel like Claire was the only one who was honest but the truth hurts and it
was sad to watch because it shows real life teenagers and how they care more
about popularity then being true to themselves on who they want to be friends
with no matter what.
The best thing about The
breakfast club is that at the start they disliked each other and they all
judged each other from way they look, what they’ve done in the past or what
there known for etc: violence and from going to disliking each other to getting
closer and to telling each other things friends would tell each other,
obviously the part where some fell for each other. The Princess and the rebel,
the Jock and the basket-case. The audience will immediately fall in love with
the criminal John bender because he has a hard life and he doesn’t want to be
the criminal and he has a good hard but he’s had it hard at home but he has a
heart of gold even though it’s hard to see but he does. The moment you realise
the part where they start to become close you will not be able to turn it off.
It grabs your attention in the first 2 minutes of watching it, you will not be
disappointed if you enjoy teen drama you would love it. The most interesting
character is Brian, you go on to learn why he is in detention and his life and
learn about the struggles. The iconic scene is the ending when John punches the
air. The movie is leaving everyone thinking did they get together? I explain
where the part I’m disappointed that they haven’t made a second film but it’s
also a positive thing because it leaves your mind thinking and makes your
imagination go wild and leaves you do make up stories I’m your head and to
think what you want to happen if they ever did make a second movie. My
favourite part of the movie would be the part where yes they do get high but
they start dancing (detention dance) I feel at the point there just having fun
and letting lose.
The only thing that disappoints
me slightly was the ending it didn’t show much they just went there separate
ways and went of home, if the film could have been improved it would be by
making another movie and changing the ending topper a preview of what happened
after that Saturday detention. Did they go back to normal? Did they ignore each
other? So many questions with no answers. It leaves you questioning what
happens next, some times that’s good for a movie to leave it on a cliffhanger
or leaving your curiosity wondering what happened? Though the film is
astounding, the one missed opportunity was the part at the end where it’s was a
bit rushed, my favourite part is the ending but it felt a bit rushed they
kissed and got into there cars and went there separate ways, I do feel like
there could be a little bit more to the ending. It also feels like after
detention they went there separate ways and went back to there normal lives.
The ending shows a lot about what went on and what Saturday detention did and
what came out of it.
Breakfast club is very similar to
a book I have read called One of us is lying by Karen M.Manus. When I read the
book the first time I fell completely in love with it and I know you will too,
I don’t normally like reading but that has got me reading more books. As soon
as I read it my first thought was breakfast club. The crucial difference
between them both is breakfast club is just about detention and all about
teenagers and high school and the difference things people go though and shows
were not the same and go through different struggles, where One of us is lying
is all about teenagers as-well and detention that’s where
the similarities are but the
crucial difference is that in one of us is lying it’s about death and coming
together to get to the bottom of the truth and along the way there secrets will
all be out in the open one matter how long they wanted to keep it hidden the truth
will always come out in the end. In detention someone dies and the jock,
princess, criminal and geek all come together find out who killed him? The book
uses multiperspectivity to show the points of view of all four student
suspects. Lots of jaw dropping scene and getting hooked into it like an anchor,
it’s like a ghost train things you wasn’t expecting jumping out at you around
the corner. Lots of questions making your mind go wild with all the predictions
on what will happen? If you’ve watched breakfast club you will love the book
One of us in lying even more this time it’s a lot more mystery and suspense
heading your way, it’s a lot more wild and crazy and all about teenagers
getting blamed for a murder that they didn’t committed or did they?
I would recommend this movie to
teenagers or to people who are in high school or just people who like old
school movies and to watch this movie and realise that there are difference
personalities in the world and not everything is about being popular or rich or
famous just be yourself and don’t let people or popularity judge you or make
you over look people just because they aren’t a popular or rich as you, be
friends with someone who likes you for you and not materialistic things.
Star ratings = 5 stars
10TRD
Emma Jackson
You Know It Makes Sense!
Only Fools and Horses. The comedy show that has left all others looking dilapidated, dreary, and dull. There is no doubt that it has decimated the scene. So, if you’re into a relentless misuse of French, a life filled with unexpected turns and corners, or half an hour of aching sides per episode: Only Fools and Horses is the show for you!
Aurevoir
Only Fools and Horses stars David Jason as a likeable rip-off merchant who runs Trotters Independent Traders (the initials need not go unnoticed!). Although Del Boy's cockney speech is riddled with malapropisms (such as saying goodbye with words like "bonjour"), he manages to con the public into buying (stolen) goods they don't really want. His gift of the gab comes in handy whenever he has to placate his gauche brother Rodney (Nicholas Lyndhurst), who, unlike Del Boy, happens to have principles.
Cosmic
Rodney Trotter. The unfortunate younger brother who allows himself to be persuaded into the most hilarious, humiliating, and ridiculous situations, thanks to Del Boy. Yes, Del’s specious arguments and warped logic pay no heed to young Rodney.
Del Boy, I’ve Burnt Your Bacon
Then, of course, Grandad. Poor Grandad. Grandad leaves a lot
to be desired as the third member of the ‘family’; often the butt of Del’s
jokes, Grandad does mean well… But most of his time is spent
watching his two televisions (yes, side-by-side).
During the 1939, 1945 Conflict with Germany
Sadly, Lennard Pearce passed away and so, Grandad had to be replaced. Uncle Albert was the culprit, whose experiences in the Navy have provided him with a limitless store of anecdotes that invariably begin with "During the war..."
Where Do Only Fools and Horses Work?
Well, I find it effortless to admit that John Sullivan is no fool. Or horse for that matter. His staggering viewing of 25 million+ viewers at the time of release, is no mistake. In fact, Sullivan addresses serious issues as well: the death of Grandad, Cassie's miscarriage, and Rodney's wedding. To say the least, you will find everything you ever need (or want) in Only Fools and Horses.
You’re Cramping My Style, Trig, You’re Cramping My Style
Of course, my favourite episode is the famous ‘Yuppy Love’ in which Del Boy falls through the bar! This top-notch comedy scene involves Del-Boy leaning on the bar flap. He then turns to Trigger where he is offered a stolen scotch egg from Trigger (so called because of his resemblance to a horse). In this process, the bartender goes out of the bar flap, leaving it up. Inevitably, Del Boy goes to lean back on the bar, and instead falls through the empty space. Comedy gold! I must’ve laughed for a solid ten minutes and I’m sure you will too!
Chateauneuf du
Pape
Alas, there is a negative. Yes, a sole negative. Yes, Only Fools and Horses came to an end.
I suppose you can’t really blame John Sullivan for ‘God smiling on him and making him die’, as Del Boy would say.
Bonjour!
In conclusion, Only Fools and Horses is absolutely laughter guaranteed.
From building their own nuclear fallout shelter to smashing a 17th Century
chandelier, it is a thing of legend. Can I give it an 11/10?
Jack Owens:
Week Beginning - 1st February 2021
10SPX
BM:
Melancholy Album Review
Melancholy is a symphonic masterpiece when it comes
to deathcore. From the band Shadow of Intent, Melancholy is an album
about a wave of mass suicide controlled by a demonic goddess,
The Gravesinger. Created at the end of 2019, Shadow of Intent
outshone with this album, not a single bad song to the band’s name.
Ranging from the short song Dirge of the Void at 3:19, to
the 10:26 long The Dreaded Mystic Abyss, the album consists of all sorts of
heavy music, fast paced drumming, grand symphonic elements and graceful guitar
work, not to forget the brutal yet powerful vocals from lead vocalist, Ben
Duerr.
The album starts with the song Melancholy, a fast paced,
interesting story telling symphonic sensation starting with Piano work to
kickstart the depressing yet almost uplifting album. Then this leads
onto Gravesinger, a short 4-minute song containing nothing but
brutality, including the minute-long solo which is amazing, the song also
includes all sorts of symphony that is almost hell like, bringing the
death theme to life, throughout the album, the songs only get darker, heavier,
and brutal. The final 2 songs on the album are potential the
most hard-hitting songs on the album including my personal favourite song,
Malediction, but the song before that, The Dreaded Mystic Abyss is 10 minutes
of pure instruments, no vocals, just hell like, fast paced and beautiful instruments,
taking the listener through a journey of learning what the album is really
about. The final song, the denouement to the Melancholy album, Malediction
is about a curse bringing the dead back to life, with possibly
the grandest start to a song ever, the song is 5:14 of
everything you want in symphonic deathcore, intense guitar, fast drumming,
clean vocals, symphonic elements and not to mention a choir.
The album lacks nothing other than
symphony in some songs, but the heavy makes up for it, I would personally
recommend this to people getting into deathcore or even sightlier heavier music
than basic heavy metal and would rate the album 9.5/10
BT:
F.R.I.E.N.D.S: The One with the Review
Friends
is a nostalgic TV show, that was run for 10 years. Many grew up with it and are
still growing up with it. I’ve forced many to experience the enjoyment
and laughter it brings. Only being 24 minutes each episode its easy
to watch, you’ll be laughing hard and you won’t regret getting into
it. I believe that this is one of the best shows around, so shall we get
started?
Started in 1994?!
The
first episode aired on the 22nd September 1994. This may baffle you. Its
25 years old! Yes. However, don’t judge it, have you seen it already? Is that
why you are reading this review? Probably not. It ran from 1994 to 2004,
being one of the many fast-growing popularity TV shows ever. Each
episode starts with ‘The one where/with…’ and has something related with the
episode like ‘The One with The Giant Poking Device or ‘The
One Where Chandler Can’t Remember Which Sister’ etc.
People
describe it as one of the best sitcoms ever, most hilarious show and its worth
watching. You must be wondering why is it worth watching? Or how is it so
hilarious? That’s what I’m here to tell you.
What’s so good about F.R.I.E.N.D.S?
The
show follows the lives of six reckless adults living in New York, with
adventures of happiness and sadness and with trouble along the way. All 10
seasons, 236 episodes, 121 hours and 5428 minutes include all the journeys of
Monica, Rachel, Phoebe, Joey, Chandler, and Ross.
The
first episode starts off with Rachel leaving her fiancé at the alter and
finding Monica, her old high school best friend, in a café called Central Perk.
Probably me describing it isn’t very helpful, that it why you need to watch it,
so you can experience the incredible show for yourself.
The one where F.R.I.E.N.D.S is 25 years old
It
might still baffle you how old it may seem, however when watching
it, its nothing like that. The laughter and joy that radiates from it
is so unbelievable that it grew in popularity once again. You may be
wondering why would a teenager want to watch it? But that’s it. All ages can
watch it, from 10-year olds to 60-year olds. It
doesn’t matter.
Before
I said it grew in popularity once again, that is because of our generation. It
can be many peoples comfort show or a show to put on in the background while working.
It’s a show for everything; you can miss many episodes and still get it. Like I
said before, it’s easy to watch.
Monica gives it a 5-stars
You
probably can guess what rating I would give it. 5/5.
Yes.
I’ve said its good. Yes. I’ve included many other people’s opinions on how good
it is. But you won’t know until you watch it for yourself. So, go on
then, what are you waiting for.
10TRD
Rishe:
Week Beginning - 25th January 2021
10TRD
56 Pogba Road,
Coventry
127 Argos Avenue,
Luton
Dear Manager,
I am writing with great disappointment at the clear lack of
professionalism and fortitude your company has shown over the handling
of a recent purchase of mine.
Recently, I looked to acquire a new phone as it
was leading up to the festive period and my former phone had been showing
faults. This then led me onto your website, as I had been a long-time
buyer from your company, to go and purchase the new iPhone XR.
Frankly, as soon as I set my eyes on the phone I was blown
away by its sheer elegance and electronical greatness; it took me
only 2 minutes to go out of my way to fork out the substantial fee
the phone warranted, and I did so with gladness.
However, a few days into using my device I started to notice
that several faults began to crop up with the biggest one being its lack of
ability to charge. This caused me great anger, nevertheless, I am still more
than happy to accept a swift return of my money or an upgrade immediately as
a I am willing to forget about this incident and continue being a willing
buyer from your company.
I am expecting a swift response.
Kind regards ...
Week Beginning - 18th January 2021
10AHR
Pupil 1: ASSESSMENT
TASK: Imagine you are running to be Lead Prefect at school. You have been asked
to deliver a speech to your peers about why you would be good in the role.
Write your speech. (20 marks)
A prefect. Something everyone has heard of, yet not something everyone
wants to be. To me, being a prefect is more than just a title that you are
given. To me it is a position, a responsibility, a job that must be carried out
effectively by someone. If it’s not, we as students begin to see no change and
instead turn our boredom into anger, unmotivated to learn, unaware of the real
problem that can so easily be fixed. When I was 5, starting my first day at
primary school my teacher told me something I will never forget; “One day,
you’ll become a prefect you’re all that good!”. Of course she wasn’t talking to
just me, but that simple message, that simple statement has stayed with me
throughout the course of my life so far to today – a real opportunity to fulfil
what I believed I could so long ago. Of course, this mentality is about the
only thing left of that 5 year old that is speaking to you today, but this
prestigious position will give me an opportunity to actually incite change in
our second home, whether we like to be here or not. This is a chance for me to
improve the lives of every single person in this hall, making school a place of
increased enjoyment, of better communication between everyone, and of course
still having the high productivity that teachers love. That is my ideal
description of school, wouldn’t you agree?
When asked about what the role of a prefect is all about, the same
response is bound to be said in some way or another… someone that is mature and sensible and rational.
Reasonable, suitable, or even practical. Don’t we all love Google? In my
opinion this isn’t useful information, or a catalyst to sudden valuable support
from everyone listening. To me, that is simply just a collection of words
attempting to make you sound more impressive than you really are because, to
them, that’s what a prefect is all about… being the most impressive. I couldn’t
disagree more.
The
passion, humility, and commitment associated with such a position is something
that is valuable, it’s something that is useful and can give the reassurance
that whoever you wish to vote for isn’t someone who you will become bored of
hearing as the year draws to a close. This connection between the Lead Prefect
and you as a member of this year is more important than anything. With the
right bonds and relationships to be able to openly speak about any issues you
may have, personally, or regarding the school, enables this vote not just to be
for someone, but for everyone. In gaining your vote, you won’t be voting just
for a single person, but for a united body of people including yourself, a
year-group capable of assisting each other and substituting the struggling
areas within the school to something more exciting and more rewarding, helping
us all to achieve our full potential and truly enjoy the remainder of our time
within this school. We all deserve a say; now more than ever we deserve to be
heard.
I was
told the person was more important than their speech when voting for someone.
Now although this bewildered me, I guess I now have to do something to appeal
to you all. I am someone who I would consider supportive, especially when
someone is overtly down. This urge to help always leaves me fulfilled after
seeing a peer’s day immediately brightened, although initially leaving me with
no break or a lack of personal time in an eventful school day. I also share a
love for sports like I’m sure many of you do too, from watching football, ice
hockey and rugby to name a few to playing FIFA with some friends to unwind,
ready for the chaos of the next day. I think we can all agree it’s important to
remember to do things that we look forward to doing, no matter how busy our
schedule is. Despite saying this, having some priority towards schoolwork and
education is equally as imperative. Many of us, including me, wouldn’t put it
at the top of our ‘to-do’ list, but the opportunities that emerge from
sufficient qualifications and the enjoyment that will consequently come through
future employment is, in my opinion, enough reward for a small sacrifice in
looking at a few textbooks.
This contradiction between schoolwork and
enjoyment of teenage life made me consider where the balance actually lies;
when should we be studying and when should we be outside, enjoying the
adventures and games that will soon diminish with age? These scales are
becoming too shifted currently, too much expectation, too much fear, too much
emotional pain. With teenage suicide currently at an all-time high, undoubtably
due to the stress of examinations, I was reminded that I certainly wouldn’t
want anyone to even be remotely close to this fate.
Therefore, through this speech, I’m making
a pledge to you that will be followed during my time as Lead Prefect if I am so
lucky as to become it. Not one of unrealistic proportions, promising the
imminent arrival of bouncy castles, or water slides in blocks, or other such
forms of entertainment, but instead a promise of realism. Freedom and true
enjoyment will be essential because it isn’t a ‘treat’ or a ‘privilege’ – it is
what young people, young adults deserve. We need to stop classifying people on
academic achievements, and instead begin treating the young members of our
society, me and you, as real people, being offered real opportunities, real
adventures to demonstrate the traits that make us unique. Whether that may be a
trip to the countryside to camp, or an expedition to test our fears
rock-climbing, or even just a simple trip to visit those in a care home, our
personality will grow to enable us to tackle the ‘outside world’ that we hear
so often. That is what is missing at school. True learning.
We all come to school, and we will all
leave school with qualifications, with one aim: to get a job. We then believe
our mission is done. We have passed the test of childhood. Where is the genuine
enjoyment in that, I ask? Where do we discover the intrigue to find out new
things, to understand how the world works with real passion, to want to live to
fulfil ourselves as people. The academic side of us, as people, will grow in
unison with desire. In doing this collectively, first as a school and then
hopefully as a nation, we will begin to see our society change and our country
excel. We will begin to see scientific developments at a rapid rate,
technological advances that defy any previous models. We will begin to see a
country that cares. This may seem far-fetched and dramatically out of reach of
the power of a Lead Prefect but the enthusiasm associated with a person trumps
all. I will leave you with a single reflection. What do you do that you
sincerely love? What makes you feel enlightened after completion and makes you
intrigued to discover more? What would you like to do in the future, not for
the potentially money, or the lack of work, but for the sheer enjoyment? This
is something where I wish my list of answers can begin to grow, but without
action, I’m afraid it will remain the same. When will we ever begin to change
our perception of life if we don’t do it now? Our brains are finalising who we
are, let’s make us more established people than we ever thought we could. I
hope you will join me in our journey to becoming better!
Thank you.
Pupil 2:
Isolation. Too many teenagers today are
suffering than ever before in recent history. Are you one of them?
I am here today to determine the problems
we face- you face- as a student. Endless emptiness; the feeling many students
experience due to loneliness- rupturing our souls as our aspirations drain
away. Therefore, I will stitch these wounds as a prefect and piece the community
together. Various sources from psychology professors have clearly stated how a
large volume of students feel broken- like an unsolved puzzle. I wish to piece
together this puzzle and bring us all together.
What is a prefect? The general notion of a prefect
is someone who can be your friend- no matter who you are. They respect, rectify
and respond to those who struggle on their journey through school. Being a
prefect is not a privilege but a duty- you gain nothing but the warm feeling
you have after helping others. Love breeds kindness; kindness breeds happiness.
I am no hero; I don’t wear a cape and I may
not have the ability to fly- but that’s ok. You don’t need to be strong to
support others. Within me- within you- is the substantial power to bring change.
Do you want change? Whenever you feel like dirt, just remember that from soil
grows life holding fruit that feeds us all. I’m able to be that catalyst that
brings change within our halls- our school. Through my ability to respect those
around me and listen, I am confident that we can all grow into better people.
If I am elected, I will attend to the
neglected; those who sit through school feeling empty- struggling with their
problems- should and will be able to express their feelings. I will personally
make sure you are winning the battle against intense isolation. You can be the
strongest person to exist- however stress and depression tends to not
discriminate. Loneliness is like a dark tunnel; your echoes are empty, and no
one knows you’re trapped. No one can carry on by themselves for forever. No
one.
Therefore, I need your help. Will you help
me? You are the one able to make this dream of greater unity possible. It is
mentioned by Dr Hulling Leering that 36% of students feel forgotten about which
can lead to more serious issues. Last I year I witnessed a kid from another
school-not much younger than me- getting called ‘chubs’ due to their size. The
look of defeat on his face was clear as he walked away- holding tears of sorrow
behind his broken mask. This fate haunts countless kids who suffer all because
of an endless cycle. That is why I need your help. That is why I need your
vote.
The change I speak of is not out of grasp;
together we can make this dream a reality. I may not have mighty fairy tale
powers. We- may not be perfect. However, with your vote you have the power to
begin the path of success for us all. With your help we can be that butterfly
that could start a storm. You can be that change. Thank you.
10SSH
Good
morning year 10.
My
name is *** of 10SSH, and I can already tell that you do not
want to be here. Do not worry, this will be quick. Let me quickly as you
something. Is it annoying when you have a promising idea, and it is brushed
off? Well, I am here today to ask you to support me to become Lead prefect as I
believe that I can give you the things you need and want.
Being
lead prefect means that I will be the bridge between all of you and our
tormentors, I mean teachers. That means that anything you want to say to them
and anything you want them to give you can be made possible through me. It
means that I would be overseeing liaising with our Head of Year about our
wellbeing and any issues we have. Meaning meetings, meetings and... more
meetings.Sounds boring right? Well, somebody must do it and I would be happy to
take that responsibility off your hands.
I
think that I would be a good lead prefect because I do what a lot of teachers
fail to do- listen. I am also a good leader, as said by many. Our year deserves
someone who is willing to put in the effort for them, someone who will make our
year better and someone who will give us what we want. And as I stand before
you all, I tell you today that that someone is me!
Year 10 is somewhat important, and we should have the option to get through it as smoothly as possible. Like I said before, I am a good listener so I could and would listen to all your ideas attentively and unless it is something impossible like “Get rid of homework” -which believe me, I want to- I will try my hardest to get it done for you. I’ve also got ideas of my own, like ‘making the school foods cheaper’ as honestly, who wants to pay £1.85 for ONE burger? I know I do not, and I am certain that you agree. After all, over 80% of our class has made at least one complaint about the unfair prices of the canteen. And by making me lead prefect, I could fix that problem for you.
In
conclusion, a vote for me is a vote for change. It is a vote for more freedom
and a vote for happiness. If I become lead prefect, I promise that I will do my
best, to make you all happy, and to give you what you deserve, because after
all, I am on your side, and I am willing to put in the effort, just for you.
Good
morning year 10. My name is *** from 10SSH, and I am interested in being the
prefect for our year. Are you all tired
of every decision in our school being made by people who are not directly
affected by them? I am tired if it too,
so I am asking for your support to ensure I become for voice for each of
you: All of us!
I
believe a lead prefect is someone who can bridge the gap between students and
staff. I don’t even want there to be a
gap but, while there is, a lead prefect will ensure all messages, concerns,
queries travel that bridge from student to staff. We are currently being educated in a way
that is new for teachers and new for us.
I want there to be a forum in which we can honestly and openly discuss
our worries about this new lockdown and the impact it is having on our
schooling. Are we going to make the same
progress? What if we do not? What about our GCSEs? Will we even take them? Most importantly, will this ever end?
I
get on with everybody in school. I know
I am approachable and can listen without judgement. Speaking to adults has always come easy to
me, and I believe I have the confidence to relay your messages in respectful,
coherent and articulate way that ensure they will be listened, and crucially
actioned!
Some
of the most important things I would change if I became prefect is – encourage a
wider range of extra-curricular activities that everyone knows about and are
accessible to each of us all. Secondly, food:
It is what keeps us going during the day yet many students would argue
that it still needs improvement, I think (if possible) a wider choice of food
in the canteen would be appreciated by everyone in our school, and would be
something I would mention to staff and seiner leadership. What we can do at lunch and break is minimal
at best, non-existent at worst. Let me
change that! I’d like to ensure that when we come out of this lockdown there
will be targeted support for students who have struggled or fallen behind, as
undoubtedly some will have suffered more than others. As I’m sure many teachers
are aware, the 2 lockdowns we have endured have led to many students neglecting
there work. In fact 40% of students never engage with remote learning at all. With us being in such a crucial year, we can’t
afford to miss out of our valuable learning- especially with GCSEs getting
closer. What is the plan for these students?
I
want a school, as do you, where staff and students are mutually respectful of
each other always. Respect breeds
respect just as kindness breeds kindness. And a happy working environment is
crucial for learning.
A
vote for me is a vote for you. Let me
put you at the forefront of decision making.
Let me be your voice. You know
what you need to do – I need you to help me so I can help you.
10TDS
Pupil 1:
Now I know many of you may not have heard of a Prefect before but don’t worry, I’m here to explain. Prefects are students who are in contact with both students and teachers ,for the reason of helping and providing support for those in need. They have many roles, such as helping to stop bullying , to pick up litter/trash , they also can provide counseling to those who have suffered with mental or physical abuse.
P2: I believe I possess the skills needed for Lead Prefect because I am a very likeable person. An example of my skills would be that I have multiple friend groups that are completely different from each other so I can handle different situations and people. Furthermore, I am known for being kind , warming and caring for people even strangers.
P3: It is known that Year 10 is an incredibly important year in school. One thing I will guarantee you all if I am elected Lead Prefect is to stop bullying that does happen which teachers don’t know about and help with any projects that could benefit the whole year. Over 80% of students agree that bullying has become a problem which I am to stop or at least get to 10% , also I would like to spread more happiness around the school because 1/5 of students suffer from stress due to the pressure of exams next year.
P4: So now that I’ve got your attention, you may be thinking ‘what now?’ Well, here’s how you can help/vote for me you could apply to be a helper whose job is help me help you to put it in to simpler terms you would be a mini prefect or you can vote for me which in return will help year 10 in the future
Conclusion: Thank you for your time and for listening to me today. I know you will make the right decision. Finally, remember that the school should be a place to be different instead of blending in to the crowd . Don’t hide your gifs show them.
Pupil 2:
Good morning all, I am so honoured that each of you have given your well deserved time up today to listen to why I should be a lead prefect. I hear your whimpering and pules of agony and I see your faces of dread and exhaustion but don’t worry this will be more entertaining and enjoyable than your usual assembly. Wishfully by the end of today one us being myself or one of these candidates will be chosen.
Why me ? what even is a prefect ? I hear you ask. Don’t worry I wont boar you with the full terms of what a prefect is but I will tell you that being one will able me to engulf each and every one of your ideas to improve our second home (by which I mean the school) and help you overwhelm your worries and doubts. Being a prefect I will be able to change and encourage the school government to modernise and improve our school either being uniform or the actual building itself.
I wouldn’t put myself out there to contribute to things that involve me to be social able or an extrovert but today I decided to change that and I hope that with my change I will be able motivate you all to do the same for those who wouldn’t put themselves out there either. Being a prefect is a frightening thing as my opinions will matter and as a lead prefect I will make sure yours do to. Since I was a child I never expected that I would finally face my anxiety to be up here today as I used to never raise my hand or set up myself for anything even reading out loud but today is the day I hope to change that and pursue myself to do more like this even if I don’t get the role.
I am determined, willing and driven to consume your ideas and learn how each and everyone of you think this school can be a more creative and your own. I am set on changing the school to be a more friendly and affable place. I know deep down you all have your own opinions and thoughts . However, I think that by working together we can all change what we need to and do our best to try.
By voting for me you will be able to help me to encourage those who need it in the future and help me boost my self esteem to be more confident in helping others. Thank you all for giving me the time of day. Most of you probably don’t care and couldn’t be bothered weather I win or not but please consider me as someone who can lead all of you to be the best you can.
thank you
