Our School Captains 2026

Bonnie

As we enter 2026, I am eternally grateful to have this opportunity to make a difference alongside my co-captain, Kaixin. When beginning the process of becoming School Captain, my one goal was to help this school grow and change in subtle but meaningful ways.

When I first joined Carey in Year 10, I was amazed by the culture and people. Everyone was so welcoming, and there was a genuine pride in putting on the black, gold and blue. My first year was filled with some unforgettable experiences, from getting the chance to head up to Far North Queensland and participate in the Zero Journey to having the opportunity to play in the APS First Girls Soccer Team.

Carey has challenged me to grow far beyond my comfort zone. While I have typically always gravitated towards sport, through the encouragement of staff and students I decided to sign up for the annual Poetry Evening. Performing at the Poetry Evening and getting to share my poem Her Voice, Our Power was a defining moment not only in my schooling journey but in my life. It opened doors to new opportunities and aspirations I had never considered, even sparking potential career pathways.

Performing that poem instilled in me the strength that comes from taking a chance, and it is that which ultimately led me to chase the role of School Captain. I hope to use my voice to encourage others to embrace new challenges, and to try one thing outside their comfort zone, because you never know where it might lead. 

Kaixin

There is something so brilliantly special about Carey. 

My Carey story began in Year 7. I remember my first days vividly – in the beautiful library I met my first friends, and later we all stood outside the doors of the IWA to listen in admiration to the sonorous music of the symphony orchestra. This awe has struck me again and again – joining the rowing program, involving myself in the musical and debating, co-chairing the Middle School Student Representative Council, venturing to Queensland for the Zero Journey in Year 10 – each an overwhelmingly powerful opportunity and glimpse into how Carey develops well-rounded people. 

This year has presented my most exciting opportunity yet: I am humbled and honoured to serve as one of Carey’s 2026 School Captains. 

Every experience that has been offered to me came with endless support, patience and encouragement from various parts of the School, embodying the deeply rooted culture of togetherness. As School Captain, I want to pass on this kindness, instilling students with courage and the faith that they are capable of everything they dream to accomplish. I will give back to the community that encouraged me and so many other students, and I will achieve it by building an even more cohesive, caring and respectful place for growth. 

In the first months of the year, Bonnie and I, alongside the student leadership team, have been hard at work to make this dream come true. Our core, shared goal is to create a positive and inclusive school environment where everyone feels heard and respected. We have already made sure that this is true from ground-up in small, thoughtful ways – like standing at the gates and greeting students in the morning.  

I am ever excited for what this year might bring.