We are so proud of our 2026 College Co-Captains, Elizabeth and Leila!

They were recently featured in the Herald Sun’s showcase of school leaders across Melbourne’s south-east, sharing what inspired them to step into leadership and what they hope to achieve in the year ahead. Read the full article here.

A read of what they had to say is below.

Why did you want to the school captain?

Being school captain has been a dream for both of us for so many years. We’ve always looked up to the leaders in our primary and high school journeys and seen the really positive impact they can have on a whole community. Through Kilbreda’s leadership program, we’ve both learned how courage, compassion and hope can shape the way you lead. We wanted to continue that legacy by inspiring young leaders, creating a welcoming and supportive environment and being people others can look up to and work with.

How does it feel to be taking up the role?

Stepping into the Co-Captain roles, we’re beyond excited. It’s such a privilege to be able to give back to our school in a way that might inspire others. We knew we had big shoes to fill after all the amazing Kilbreda captains before us, but once we stood on stage and spoke to the school for the first time, we felt ready. Kilbreda has taught us to approach challenges with courage and wonder and we can’t wait to see what this year brings.

What would you like to do after you graduate from high school?

Leila said: After I graduate, I’d love to study something related to health and children. My dream for as long as I can remember has been to become a pediatric occupational therapist, but I’m also interested in primary school health programs or teaching. Before that, I’d really like to take a gap year and travel. Supporting others with kindness and compassion has always been important to me and I’m excited to see where that takes me.

Elizabeth said: After high school, I’d love to spend a year working and travelling anywhere and everywhere I can, and hopefully do some volunteer work while I’m away. After that, I want to study musical theatre and ancient history at university. I’d love to build a future where I can keep exploring my passion for both the arts and history. I don’t know exactly what my path will look like yet, but I’m full of hope and really excited for whatever comes next.