Senior Council
Who are we?
The Senior Council is a student organisation responsible for the fostering of school pride and spirit amongst their grades. The Council is tasked with organising senior grade associated events to raise spirit within their grades as well as funds to be used towards their Matric year at Fairmont.
Senior Council Pledge
We pledge to build school spirit through kindness, hard work and service. We will strive to foster the traditions and pride that contributes to a unique Grade 12 experience for this year and years to come. To achieve this we will help to create opportunities to generate spirit, build relationships and create lasting memories.
Roles and Responsibilities
All council members must demonstrate a willingness to participate in school activities, enthusiasm to assist where needed, respect for self and others and a strong sense of school pride and spirit. A positive attitude and willingness to assist is imperative. Creativity and fun is encouraged!
Duties of the Senior Council
Serve on the Senior Council for one full year, from date of appointment.
Attend a weekly meeting of which the time will be decided upon.
Communicate any needs or requests from the grade body to the Senior Management Team.
Organise, facilitate and attend numerous school events and functions often outside of school hours.
Set an example of how to be a true Monty by following school rules and displaying the school's core values.
The Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson will also attend a weekly meeting with the student leadership executives.
Annual Senior Council Events and Responsibilities
Grade 10 Dance
Grade 11 Winter Semi-Formal Dance
Grade 12 Events:
Kick-Off Day
Matric Theme Day
Matric Day
Career Day
Valedictory
Matric Bathroom doors
Matric Badges
Date Night Picnic
Senior Citizen's Show and Tea
Yearly Grade Themes
Yearly Grade Assemblies
Grade Notice Boards
Members are expected to attend various school events in order to encourage school spirit among their peers.
Structure of the Senior Council
The Senior Council will consist of 20 learners:
5 Grade 10 learners
5 Grade 11 learners
10 Grade 12 learners
The Senior Council Executive
Chairperson
A Grade 12 learner who will run the Senior Council and see to the overall needs.
Vice-Chairperson
A Grade 11 or 12 learner who will assist the Chairperson and oversee the Portfolio heads.
Secretary
A Grade 10, 11 or 12 learner who will be responsible for all of the Senior Council's administration and finances.
The Senior Council is run by the executive body and the teachers in charge: Mrs A. van Niekerk, Mr P. Louw and Miss J. Hancock.
APPLICATION PROCESS 2022/3
To apply for Senior Council you need to complete an Application form using the button below.
Make sure you are logged in to your Google Account with your Fairmont log-in.
Complete the application form as comprehensively as possible.
Applications close on Thursday 28 July at 17h00.