For the first time two boys were selected as the head students
By: Lizzy 11.2
Head boys: Tao (left) and Yang (right)
After a week of engrossing speeches and compelling debates, the Regents student community has made its choice: out of the eight talented participants, Tao and Yang emerged as the representative of the school’s pride and vision for the future, but who are these leaders? What do they stand for? And, most importantly, how do they plan to shape the school’s future?
Both Tao and Yang firmly believe that our school should be a place where everyone feels valued, and every voice is heard. During his interview, Tao said that “to become a leader… I must become a good listener first.” He furthered shared that he has come across “countless wonderful ideas that would actually work” if only the proposers behind it were confident enough to speak up. Similarly, Yang advocates for a culture of continuous improvement, stating that “there is always room for growth, as improvement knows no limits.” He humbly addresses to the Regents community, saying, “I’m just another student—one who’s here to represent everyone’s voice and help bridge the gap between students and teachers… to create a stronger, more united school community”
There’s no doubt that being head students demand a sizable amount of responsibility—and both our newly elected leaders have proven that they are more than up to the task. In Tao’s experience as a Student Ambassador and Community Partner Representative has equipped him with the ability to collaborate effectively and listen empathetically. Yang, on the other hand, has taken those roles and participated in various fundraising initiatives outside of school, as well as Model United Nations (MUN), where he took on the role of main submitter and provided guidance to beginners. Yang also adds, “I remember selling baked goods, standing outside alone, hoping someone would pass by and buy the cupcakes. I’m not complaining… I genuinely enjoyed it!” With such dictation and leadership experiences, Tao and Yang are absolutely compelling choices for the position. But with all their skills and leadership experiences, how do Tao and Yang plan to address the school’s most pressing issues?
Both are both already tackling one of the biggest challenges: the inefficient lunch system. “I’ve heard from countless students complaining about the long lines that get cut by other students all the time,” Tao reports. He credits Yang for coming up with the idea. Yang explains, “We’re working on introducing a pre-order system to streamline the food service,” where online food ordering will be packaged in containers similar to our current take-aways. To ensure security, students will need to show their ID card or a photo of it when picking up their orders. The system is expected to be launched once all leadership positions are finalized and consultations with the IT department are completed. “If this proves successful,” Yang adds, “we could even expand it to the tuck shop area to further reduce waiting times.” As someone who’s experienced the long queues for a simple snack, I couldn’t agree more that this would be a welcome change.
Tao and Yang’s embracing goal for this year is to implement practical changes that enhance student life. They’ve already launched online surveys, giving every student a voice to share concerns or suggest improvements. Furthermore, the two has shared some interesting ideas for changes. Tao envisions a student-led social media account to showcase progress on school projects and events, believing it will inspire more students to take initiative. Yang, meanwhile, wants to introduce more student-led co-curricular activities (CCAs) and after-school sports activities that don’t require tryouts or membership in LIONS. “Everyone should be able to have fun, relax, and bond through sports without the pressure of competition,” Yang says. With these diverse plans, students can look forward to some meaningful changes this year.
Tao and Yang also have some fun and innovative event ideas in store. You’ve probably heard of the university fair, but what about a career fair? Tao plans to invite professionals from various fields to share insights about their careers, believing it will “be a great opportunity for students to learn more about each career path.” And this September, get ready for Yang’s “three-day karaoke room,” open for all students, with proceeds going to charity. Tao and Yang plan to organize at least one event every month, regardless of its size. One of their exciting upcoming ideas is an art contest. “If you’re passionate about art,” Yang says, “this is something you won’t want to miss!”
With Tao and Yang’s leadership, the Regents community can expect a year of exciting and realistic changes. From tackling everyday challenges like lunch queues to introducing creative events and initiatives, their vision is clear: to create a more inclusive and engaging environment for everyone. The future of the school looks bright with these two.
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