“Do not follow where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.”- Ralph Waldo Emerson
The members of Union High School’s RCL (Representative Council of Learners) share a dream of inspiring the youth of Graaff-Reinet. In pursuit of this dream, the RCL invited the leaders of Union’s neighbouring schools (the Asherville, Nqweba and Spandau secondary schools as well as Hoër Volkskool) to enjoy a fun-filled evening together.
This event – the first of its kind to be held by the schools ever – will hopefully pave the way for regular engagements of this nature in future.
The evening started with an inspirational message on the important distinctions between managing and leading people delivered by pastor Dolan Cochrane. He shared some powerful information about the influence of leaders with the group, keeping the learners thoroughly engaged throughout the whole session.
Union’s Head Boy, Peter Watermeyer, then shared the idea behind the evening with all those present, and in so doing, portrayed true leadership as defined by John Quincy Adams, “If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader”.
Zintle Maki, head prefect of Union’s Herby Arnott House, then led various activities in a very professional manner.
This evening was not only a celebration of youth leadership but also served as an amazing team building opportunity.
Thanks are extended to all the leaders and the educators who accompanied them for participating in the evening’s programme.
