Session: 2021-22
A leader’s capability is tested by how well they work in a crisis, and there’s no better example than this year when it came to exemplifying the term ‘crisis’. Schools had to be closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and we had to shift all our work to the online platform. From the selection to the ceremony where I officially swore in as the representative of the school, it was all so overwhelming.
This year was definitely a notable one since it was the 25th year of this wonderful institution, the silver jubilee of the school that gave us unforgettable golden memories. It was indeed unprecedented, and thus we had the opportunity of learning even more. The fact that it was and had to be all different from what it had been until now is what makes my experience as the Head Girl even more exceptional.
Although we were the face of the institution for one whole year, it was actually our encouraging teachers and the diligent CCA coordinators who helped us to put up such appreciable work. It would have been arduous to coordinate if we were not guided precisely.
I would certainly carry this experience of being the Head Girl of such a prestigious institution forward and would surely be more fine-tuned in all the skills that I learnt while holding this position. I would also like to tell my juniors that being the best doesn’t make you stand out, but being unique does.
Believe in yourself, have faith that you can and you will. There’s nothing that you cannot achieve, and that was something I learnt all through this journey.
SUPRIYA SINGH
(Class - XII D1)
(HEAD GIRL)
Session: 2018-19
School is a temple of learning. We as students tread the path of wisdom and knowledge and achieve our goals, the wings of righteousness, confidence and the conviction to complete our endeavours.
Though every year has brought me closer to my school, this year 2018-19 holds a special place in my life. I have been selected to represent my school in the capacity of a school leader. I am grateful to our Principal, Teachers and students who found me capable enough to hold this post of prestige. I am committed to my school and will execute all my duties to the fullest.
Our guides, our principal and teachers have always been an inspiration for students. They all have given us an ocean of opportunities to showcase our talents and channelize our energies. They all are the captains who steer this ship with complete dedication. We, the crew, have nothing to worry about in their safe, tender, and gentle embrace.
To all the fellow students, I would like to say that this school is the best place you will ever be in. This school gives us the opportunities to find our true selves and to nurture our talents by displaying them, whether in academics, sports or co-curricular activities.
Value your school days, you will never get them back but keep in mind the discipline and your aim of being a successful human: “Discipline is the building block of success.”
(Class - XII A)
(HEAD GIRL)
Session: 2016-17
To be successful you don’t need a beautiful face and heroic body; what you need is a skillful mind and the ability to perform, and I believe I have performed well for this prestigious post of a Head Girl.
For me, being a Head Girl is not merely wearing a badge; it is about bearing one of the most crucial responsibilities and leading the institution to new heights of success.
Various responsibilities throughout the year helped me bring the best out of myself.
The trip to Roorkee for a debate, a trip to Agra for a basketball tournament as a captain, and organizing various other events like teachers' birthdays etc. throughout the year were a great experience and the best achievement.
I learnt to manage and organize everything confidently and optimistically.
I tried to work hard and perform my duties tirelessly, effectively and with full dedication in the interest and well-being of the students. This responsibility molded me into an organized and a balanced personality.
“Success always hugs you in private! But failure always slaps you in public!” and that’s life……………..
And I’ve experienced this all throughout my tenure, and my failures always motivated me to improve and set a good example for all the budding stars (my juniors)!
(Class - XII A)
(HEAD GIRL)
Session: 2015-16
“Nobody ever said that life is easy, and indeed it is not. It is full of turns and ditches which we have to jump over at every stage. To tackle every hurdle is an art of living, and this art of living was one thing I learnt as the Head Girl of APS Allahabad.”
My first experience was the trip to Haridwar where we had gone for cluster level competitions along with other juniors.
“Everybody swims in the down streams but there are few who do it in the upstreams too, and they are the ones who flourish.”
The trip to Haridwar, organizing Independence Day and Teachers' Day, and the daily small and big issues of school life were all the thorns and ditches I came across. I tried to give my 100%. I don’t know if I succeeded, but yes, I won.
I won the faith of all the students who looked up to me for support and guidance. I won their respect. I won the teachers' blessings, and these are some things which matter. I surely feel that I am a much better person now and I now recognize the leader in me. To my immense pleasure, I won the award for Best Debater on the Annual Day for the session 2015-16.
(HEAD GIRL)