Riley Johnstone
How did you feel when you found out you were elected a head student? How did you find out?
On the night of our school prizegiving, we were presented with the badges and a certificate. When I heard my name called out, I got a sense of accomplishment and happiness flow over me.
What do you hope to achieve as a head student? Do you have any goals and projects in mind?
I hope to make all students feel heard and feel that they have a year 13 friend they can come to, while still making school fun for all year groups.
What are you most excited about this year?
I am most excited for our sports exchange with Tokomairiro High School. That’s when we get to see the competitive side of most students you wouldn’t usually see at school.
What advice would you give to your fellow classmates this year?
To make the most of our last year effectively as kids.
What are your interests and hobbies inside and outside of school?
Most of my time is spent on a court or a field playing the sports I love which include football, cricket and basketball. Or my time is spent at car shows or motorsport events.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I see myself hopefully travelling to England and Australia following the cricket seasons after getting my heavy diesel mechanic apprenticeship.
Lilly Stuart
How did you feel when you found out you were elected a head student? How did you find out?
I found out that I had been elected a head student at our end-of-year prizegiving in December 2025. When my name was read out as one of the head students for 2026, I felt happy, shocked, excited, and privileged to take on this role for 2026.
What do you hope to achieve as a head student? Do you have any goals and projects in mind?
I hope to be a positive, encouraging leader who cares for and listens to students’ perspectives. I also hope to be an approachable leader who both students and staff can trust.
What are you most excited about this year?
This year I am most excited about athletics and swimming sports. I love the supportive, competitive, and inclusive vibe that the school brings to the house competitions.
What advice would you give to your fellow classmates this year?
Advice that I would give my fellow classmates is to enjoy the time that we have left at BMC, as this year will be our last year together. Another piece of advice is to take all the opportunities that come your way.
What are your interests and hobbies inside and outside of school?
My interests and hobbies include playing netball and hanging out with family and friends.
Where do you see yourself in 5 years?
I am currently not too sure what my future study holds. I hope I am enjoying and excelling in whatever it is I choose to do.
