Head Students reflect on BHS Student Leaders
This year’s Head Students have the distinction of leading the student body during the School’s 125th year. At such an important milestone, it is notable that both Natalie Calderon ’20 and Cerra Simmons ’20 identified mentors who are BHS staff and alumni, illustrating the generational wisdom that resides within the halls of the School.
Both have been at BHS since Y1 and when asked to identify a role model for leadership they pointed to BHS staff members. Natalie says Head of Creative Arts, Jane Thorpe ’87, is “one of the biggest influences” on her while Cerra says it
is her aunt, and recently retired
Head of Primary, Tina Harris ’85, whom she seeks to emulate. The two share similar interests in the classroom with English among their favourite subjects while Cerra also enjoys Geography and Natalie has an interest in Global Politics and History. Outside the classroom, Natalie says her main extracurricular activity is participating in the school play, which she has done since Y7. Whether it be onstage or behind-the-scenes Natalie says, “I love creating bonds with girls in different years and using it as a creative outlet.” Meanwhile, Cerra finds her creative outlet through Highland Dancing and says Art is a relaxing hobby for her, along with being outside and “hanging out with my dog.” With the new school year upon us, Torchbearer asked this year’s Head Students to share a little more about themselves and their ambitions for the school year and beyond.
Head Students, Cerra Simmons and Natalie Calderon 14 Torchbearer Fall 2019
Torchbearer: Describe your leadership style. Natalie: My leadership style is one of approachability. Creating personal connections allows for more honest and open communication between all members of the team, and it makes working together much more fun! Cerra: I would describe my leadership style as quite relaxed. I prefer to get
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