1. Prefect applications

2. Application forms are now available for any pupil who would like to apply to be a prefect in the coming year.

3. The deadline for submitting application forms is Wednesday, 21st March
The deadline for submitting application forms is Wednesday, 21st March. No late applications will be accepted. Existing prefects need not reapply.

4. The Application process
Interested pupils submit forms by 21st March
Subject departments/PS Teachers/Guidance rate pupils who have applied
Year head/Miss Sorbie/another member of staff select prefects according to ratings and quality of application forms

5. The Role of Prefect
Prefects are expected to be role models in school – as such, all prefects must have excellent timekeeping/ attendance/uniform
Prefects represent the school within school and outside the school
Prefects take on a whole school leadership role

6. The Role of Prefect
Prefects must show commitment to carrying out duties around the school
Prefects are expected to support younger pupils
Prefects must have good communication skills and be able to work well with others

7. The rating Process
Departments will be asked to rate potential prefects on the following skills and attributes:
timekeeping/attendance
confidence and strength of personality
ability to take on a leadership role
ability to work with others
ability to show authority
commitment and reliability

8. How to apply
Application forms can be downloaded from All Years/Prefects/Prefect Applications.
Choose the correct form – there is one for current S4 pupils and another for current S5 pupils.
A digital photo (should be a head shot) should be inserted into the application.
Application forms should be typed.

9. How to apply
Completed applications should be printed and relevant signatures provided (please note you require three DIFFERENT staff signatures).
Completed forms must be handed in to Mrs McMurchie, the Headteacher’s secretary.
LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Inability to meet deadlines is a sign that you lack commitment/organisation/initiative, or that you are already overcommitted and would not have the time to devote properly to this role.
Successful applicants will know by the end of SQA exams.
If you have any other questions, see Miss Sorbie.