The first course for the YLP was very successfully completed by twenty-four star speakers. The girls were terrific and nothing could outstrip their enthusiasm, willingness and commitment. They have all learnt various skills such as delivering prepared and impromptu speeches, selecting committees and running meetings and evaluating skills.

As their communication skills improved, so did their confidence and leadership. The graduation service was attended by parents and friends and was most enjoyable.

The executive positions in the two committees are as follows:

Presidents
Michaela Nevin and Tricia Main

Secretaries
Klee Barris and Judy de Smidt

Sergeant at Arms
Lauren Seaman and Vicky Nupen.

Our graduates from Grades Ten and Eleven are Tyla Ballantyne, Klee Barris, Andrea Bryant, Melissa February, Keeyan Dick, Jacqui Ord, Candice Jacobs, Megan Britz, Lauren Seaman, Katherine Odendaal, Lisa Price, Cathy Howell, Pranisha Maharaj, Leanne Johansson, Jessica Howell, Michaela Nevin, Tricia Main, Hayley Damain-Harris, Judy de Smidt, Kirsten Hopwood, Yumna Martin, Victoria Nupen, Lauren Hartmann and Michelle Coetzee

Another eight-session course will be run over the third and fourth terms for twenty-five learners.

The Gavel Club congratulates the girls and looks forward to their participation in the monthly meetings. The co-presidents are Celia Clark and Lauren Veldman who are keen to increase the membership of the Gavel Club.