Elena M.

Hello, everyone, my name is Elena, and I am thrilled to announce that I will be your new head student, and I would like to use this chance as an opportunity to introduce myself. I am in year 12, currently studying Law, Politics, and Psychology, with the ambition of becoming a criminal lawyer by either studying at a Russel Group university or via a degree apprenticeship at one of the 5 “Magic Circle” law firms. Additionally, some fun facts about me are that; I am a qualified swimming teacher; I am currently participating in the Silver Duke of Edinburgh award; and finally, I am a level 2 Youth Health champion. I only have joined canons for Sixth Form which was 8 months ago, in these 8 months  I was able to achieve things I wasn’t able to achieve back at my secondary school. This made me realise that I want to make sure everyone gets an amazing education and hopefully when you look back at this point of your life, you will remember the good memories. 

Being Head Student is something I looked up to since Year 11, and I am very excited to  implement changes and improvements to our school environment based on both my input and yours. one of the morals I stand by is respect and during my time as Head Student, I want to further elaborate on how to improve our culture on respecting the school environment. 

 I hope to amend various sixth form areas, such as the common room and bathrooms, amongst others, but also run events, democratically decided by our year group, in an attempt to connect as a community. I feel like my expertise and experiences will be useful for all students who want to develop further there skills as I have been apart of Alan Sennit and London Youth; where I developed team-working and leadership skills. 

Furthermore, I want to acknowledge my responsibilities, one of which being my duty to spread awareness and educate on real world matters that may be rather sensitive or impactful on our daily lives, e.g. relevant political ideas, etc. 

In conclusion, while I am admittedly nervous to start this role, my excitement remains unchanged, hoping to carry out my tenure thoroughly, with no stones left unturned, and with the people that face me be glad to see me in this position. 

 Thank you, 

Elena

 Lewis M.

At Canons, education has been more than just academic learning. It’s been a journey of self-discovery and resilience  which has started since yr 7 when I joined. This experience has shaped who I am today, and it’s a true honour to now be Head Student, representing Canons.

The constant support from teachers has helped me grow not only academically but also as a role model within our community. Canons values hard work and encourages perseverance, creating an environment where students are inspired to aim high in any future endeavours. It’s at Canons that I’ve gained the confidence to thrive and give back through serving in my role as Head Student.

As Head Student, I am committed to supporting others, encouraging them to develop their strengths, and address their weaknesses to ensure they are fully prepared to pursue their goals. Within the Student Leadership Team, I focus on leading with purpose, supporting wellbeing, and amplifying student voice. In my role, I am supported by Canons in making meaningful changes that foster a strong sense of unity and celebrate our diversity, ensuring everyone is treated and represented fairly. I hope to enhance many areas of the school and take initiative to change certain things and  I am privileged to be part of this school, where I can help connect us with the wider community and create lasting impact.

I currently study Further Maths, Maths, Physics, and Chemistry, with the aspiration of studying Engineering at a top university like Cambridge. My passion for Engineering has grown significantly over time, and I’ve come to realize it’s the field I truly want to pursue. Through my involvement in the Duke of Edinburgh Award, I’ve developed essential skills which help me progress into the field of Engineering. The invaluable guidance, belief, and opportunities I’ve received at Canons have made this dream feel truly achievable, and I will always be grateful for the support I’ve received in my journey.

Thank you,

Lewis