Introducing our College Captains for 2025, Darcy and Revathi

MERCY LIGHT: Leading
Our College Captains featured alongside other SA schools’ leaders in an online article for The Advertiser. Get to know Darcy Johnston and Revathi Sathurayar, the two wonderful young Mercy leaders who represent SAC’s Class of 2025, and read their reflections in full below, responding to The Advertiser’s questions.

What do you see as the responsibilities of being College Co-Captain at SAC?
Darcy: Being a Co-Captain at SAC involves a range of exciting, challenging, and rewarding responsibilities. As part of the Year 12 Executive Team, my role involves being a voice for students within our school community. Through leadership and decision-making, I will be involved in bringing important issues to the forefront, organising whole school events, and actively upholding our Mercy values.
Revathi: The responsibilities of Co-Captains St Aloysius College include representing the school with honour and dignity, and to provide guidance and support for other peers regardless of year level differences. Some other responsibilities include speaking at Masses, liturgies and assemblies, and encouraging all students to enjoy school and make the most of their time at the College!

Why did you put your hand up to be College Co-Captain?
Darcy: Whilst there are many reasons at to why I wanted to be a College Co-Captain, the most important to me was wanting to share the immense sense of community I have found at SAC. I want every student to have a place, feel heard and be given the same amazing opportunities I have. I believe the fore front of being a leader, is compassion. To be welcoming, to be inclusive, to be understanding. As Co-Captain, I hope to be a positive role model, lead our community, and create an even more friendly and hospitable environment.
Revathi: I saw how influential past leaders have been and I wanted to provide the same guidance for the younger years coming through. I also applied to become a leader because I wanted to develop my leadership skills and make positive change within the SAC community as best I can.

How does being Co-Captain make you feel?
Darcy: I feel extremely grateful and honoured to represent and lead the SAC community. I feel proud knowing my peers and teachers have the confidence in my ability, but more so, excited to be provided with the opportunity to foster and create change.
Revathi: Being Co-Captain makes me feel empowered, and has given me a sense of pride and achievement, as well as a strong sense of purpose and responsibility.

What impact do you have at the school?
Darcy: During the coming year, I hope my impact will extend beyond my formal duties of leading and representing, and also being one of inspiration and compassion. I hope to be a friendly face in the school, and through being a welcoming, supportive, and respectful presence, enrich the school community.
Revathi: So far during my school years, I have been fortunate to access multiple leadership opportunities where I have been able to contribute positively to the school community. Being a part of the Year 11 SRC committee this year I have helped run school events, and I have established connections with students from all year levels. I would like to say that my impact at SAC is my communication and commitment to the College, as I strive to be my most authentic self each day and encourage others to do the same.

What do you want to do after school (uni degree, TAFE course etc.)?
Darcy: Whilst uncertain of a specific path at this time, I hope to continue my learning and leadership opportunities. Whilst most likely at university, I will explore all options during my final year at school.
Revathi: When I finish Year 12 in 2025, I am thinking about going straight to university in either Adelaide or Queensland, and completing a degree in a health field. I would love to be involved with many work experience opportunities and volunteering, so I can remain rooted in the communities that have provided me with so much.

What do you want to do for a career?
Darcy: I hope to pursue a career where I am surrounded by likeminded, positive, and welcoming people, wherever that may be. I am currently interested in areas of business and psychology, and I hope whatever path I take, I can continue to live out the skills and values I have learnt at SAC.
Revathi: My plans for after school are still undecided, but I have known for a long time that I have a strong passion for working with children and aiding the community in any way. I want to be in an occupation that makes a difference in people’s lives, such as psychology or speech pathology which are two courses I am interested in. I am thinking of school psychology, as I can be involved in a school community whilst working with children of all ages to make a difference in their lives.

How do you think being a College Co-Captain helps you get there?
Darcy: This role will extend and push me to confidently lead others, balance the many commitments of school life, and inspire me to make a positive change in this world. Whilst only undertaking this role for my final school year, the many lessons I will learn will carry on in my future endeavours.
Revathi: I think being a College Co-Captain will help me get to my desired career by allowing me to develop my leadership and communication skills, whilst encouraging me to always put my best foot forward and make positive and ongoing change within a community. Being a school leader could help me understand what kind of person I am, and what areas of work I may flourish in when I complete Year 12.

What skills are you developing as a College Co-Captain?
Darcy: I am developing a wide range of skills including communication, collaboration, critical thinking, and public speaking. As well as learning how to listen and respond to fellow students, teachers, and the wider community, this role will leave me with many valuable life skills.
Revathi: I am definitely developing my leadership and communication skills as a College Co-Captain. I have also had the privilege of developing my problem solving skills and adaptability skills in a welcoming environment, surrounded by other like-minded students. Whilst I pride myself on my empathy and emotional intelligence skills, I hope I can apply these skills even further during my time as college captain at St Aloysius College.