What qualities do teachers look for when selecting prefects?

Question

My school has sent out forms pupils must fill in if they are to be selected for the role of a prefect. Im filling mine in tonight and was wondering what things i should write on my form that will make me stand out and get the chance to be a prefect. I really want to have the chance because im not the in gifted and talented but im not the bottom set so i tend to get forgotten a lot in school and i feel this could be my chance to get the placement i want.

So any suggestions to what i sould write on my form?

Thanks :D

Answer 1

Responsible, kind to others, helpful, always on time, has all the right equipment at the right times, is always eager to lend a hand..

..that sort of thing. :]

And good luck - it's brilliant you want to be recognised and you're doing a great thing. I'm sure they'll respect your detirmination.

Answer 2

Intellectual skills shouldn't come into it, as you don't have to be the top of the class to be a good person, responsible person, which is what a prefect should be.

You'll need to:

get on well with both teachers and other students - this doesn't mean you have to be friend with everyone but rather get on with people in general;

have good communication skills;

show respect but also command it from your peers;

be fair and level headed;

show you are responsbile and mature;

have good organisational skills;

show you understand the rules and don't get into trouble;

not answer back, swear or mess around in class - if you're the sort who doesn't do homework, causes trouble or has a reputation of being a prat, or worse, amongst staff you'll have no chance;

show a commitment to the school and be prepared to get involved in school activities.

Good luck! :-)

Answer 3

Lack of imagination and stubborn adherence to idiotic rules...not that I'm bitter.