1. School Captains and Vice Captains Elections Nomination Form
1. List your participation in and contribution to the school in previous years (eg. Debating, SRC, Peer
Support, Music, Sport, MAD Mag). Include the years you were involved.
YEAR 7
 School ChoirMember(Year7-8)
 East HillsPerformingArtsFestival ChoirParticipant
 Zone DebatingChampion
 DebatingRegional Finalist
 PublishedAuthorinBYDS“Westside ProductionsVolume 4”
 AustralianMathematicsCompetition(Participation)
 SJBHS GiftedandTalented DayLeader
 Personal InterestProject(4000 words)
 PrioritySchoolsProgramsStudentEquityForumParticipant
YEAR 8
 Zone DebatingChampion
 UTS SkyHighParticipant(3 years)
 Zone AthleticsRepresentative
 Zone SwimmingRepresentative
 SydneyUniversityI-Science ProgramParticipant
 SydneyUniversityCompassProgramParticipant
 BestBuddiesLeadershipConference Participant&RegattaDay Participant
 Lachlan Macquarie College GiftedandTalentedDayParticipant
 U/15 Boys Basketball KnockoutCompetition Participant
 SchoolsSpectacularChoirMember/Performer
 14 Years BoysAge SwimmingChampion
 AustralianMathematicsCompetition(Credit)
 UNSW Global International Science Competition(Participation)
 Compere forSouthWesternSydney‘Regional Dance Festival, AmbassadorsCeremony&Director’sChoice
Awards.
YEAR 9
 CommonwealthParliamentarian’sMeritAwardForAcademicExcellence
 SRC Member
 School DebatingTeam
 Zone SwimmingRepresentative
 Zone AthleticsRepresentative
 Grade SportChampionJuniorBoysBasketball &EuropeanHandball
 Bill TurnerCupU/15s Soccer Participant
 ParticipantUWS Fast ForwardProgram(ongoing4 years)
 SailingwithJesse Martin
 RunnerUp BankstownYouthDebatingCompetition
 ANZACDayAssemblyPresenter
 AustralianMathematicsCompetition(Participation)
 UNSW Global International Science Competition(Participation)
 SJBHS TechnoAwardsGroupProjectWinnerforShort Film:“The Future”
 Assistedinthe writing,editingandconstructionprocessof the school MADMagazine.

2. YEAR 10
 School Ambassador(OpenDay)
 PromotionTeamFounder/Member
 PeerLeader
 Social ActionTeamMemberRefugee Week(Refugee CampinmySchool)
 LMA/BYDS ‘StandTall SpeakOut’PoetrySlamFinalist
 BankstownCityCouncil YouthSummit - Year11/12 CategoryWinner
 HelmsmanProjectGraduate
 Alumni HelmsmanProjectParticipant
 Actor inBYDS Production“StrengthinWords”(10 WeekProgram)
 Guestof Honour(Speaker) forPadstowRSLSubBranch ANZACCommemorationService
 16 Years BoysAge SwimmingChampion
 NSW GridironJuniorState Champion(SutherlandSeahawks)
 AppointedtoBankstownYouthAdvisoryCommittee (2015-2017)
 AssemblyMusicPerformance x2(Festivalof Cultures&HarmonyDay)
 BankstownWhite RibbonDaymusicperformance
 Drama performance withsupportstudents
 Zone DebatingChampion
 Filmed,photographedandcreatedHighlightVideoof school athleticscarnival#
 ABCN ScholarshipFoundationNationalWinner
YEAR 11
 PromotionTeammember
 SRC Member
 AssemblyMusicperformance
 Rob Hirstmusicworkshopparticipant
 HarmonyDay AssemblyDramaperformance “Coraggio”
 AssemblyDramaperformance “MirrorMirror”
 DebatingZone Champions
 DebatingRegional Semi-finalists
 Fast ForwardUniversityDayparticipant
 ABCN ScholarshipFoundationLeadershipSummit
 OpenBoys’SoccerKnockout
 OpenDay Ambassador
 FilmedandpromotedSamNasser’ssuccessful performance auditionforthe leadrole as“PonyBoy”in CPAC
Youth’s “Outsiders”
 Filmedandphotographedschool athleticscarnival
 Filmedandphotographedschool swimmingcarnival

3. 2. How have your teachers described
a. Your application to learning?
“Justin’s excellent attendance record over the course of the year has allowed him to take full advantage of
learning an extracurricular opportunities… Justin presents mature, insightful perspective during discussions
and completes all tasks to a high standard … Justin’s academic results are uniformly excellent and his
teachers’ comments show that he has been a collaborative, productive and diligent student who is open to
feedback…”
- Ms Long, Year Advisor’s Comment Year 10/11
“Justin is a cooperative, polite and intuitive student who is always focused and motivated. Justin has
demonstrated the ability to engage with key ideas in the text under study and offer insightful responses in
an examination situation. His essays throughout the year have been of excellent standard, highlighting
thorough preparation and a deep understanding of the themes and the techniques used by composers to
convey meaning.”
- Mrs Giannoulis, English, Year 10
“Justin has been a diligent student and has made a good effort at keeping up with the work and catching
up on any work that he has missed in class… Justin has improved over the course of the second semester
and has made a determined effort to gain a deserved high grade overall.”
- Mr Bird, Mathematics, Year 10
“Justin is a diligent student who consistently exhibits a strong knowledge through the thoughtful comments
and has the capabilities to produce high quality work. He can lead a group of students in conducting a first-
hand investigation to gather meaningful data, and regularly seeks more detailed feedback to guide his
study.”
- Ms Islam, Science, Year 10
“Justin has achieved an outstanding level in Geography... He is a conscientious and competitive student
who has an aptitude for this subject… Justin is a good role model who respects both his peers and
teachers… Justin is a talented and confident student who is self-motivated and is not afraid to take
calculated risks with his learning. He always looks at other perspectives and new ways of analysing
important geographical issues… He has an excellent understanding of the course content and collaborates
well with his peers to further their understanding of new concepts.”
- Mr Kitonga, Geography, Year 10
“Justin is a gifted and enthusiastic learner who consistently demonstrates hard work and produces quality
results. Justin is a good role model who inspires his peers to aim higher and achieve collective learning
goals. He also has an outstanding work ethic and always completes assignments with quality in mind.”
- Mr Kitonga, History, Year 10
“Justin is a cooperative, sensible and outstanding young man whose exceptional results reflect his studious
approach to class. He is an intelligent and perceptive student who has developed a comprehensive
understanding of key concepts… He provides valuable insight in theory lessons and raises good topics for
discussion. Justin is a pleasure to teach and a positive role model for his peers.”
- Mr Misic, PASS, Year 10
“Justin is a mature and confident young man who shows a deep understanding of course content and
makes valuable contributions during class discussions. Justin shows an eagerness to perform and build upon

4. his skills, is hard-working and has all the attributes of a successful student… Justin is an intelligent and
perceptive student who has continued to show a high level of motor skills and willingly accepted the
challenges placed before him…”
- Ms Hoskins/Mr Ristevski, PD-H-PE, Year 10
“Justin is a highly skilled, versatile and talented performer. He has perceptive and original ideas that are
used effectively in group work. Justin aims to challenge himself to produce imaginative, polished and
sophisticated performances. He is able to reflect on his learning and responds positively to feedback. Justin
demonstrates creative flair in practical work and looks for opportunities to extend his range and experience.
His written responses are of a high standard, show insight into the work and indicate his thorough
knowledge of theatrical techniques. He is an intelligent and self-motivated student who works effectively in
groups and shares imaginative ideas with confidence.”
- Ms Conte, Drama, Year 10
“Justin is a very enthusiastic and hardworking student who always tries to produce his best. He is a pleasure
to teach as he is always willing to learn new knowledge and skills. He is to be congratulated on his passion
and commitment to his food technology course which indicates an extremely dedicated and outstanding
student who is a pleasure to have in the classroom.”
- Ms Arms, Food Technology, Year 10
“…Justin has worked hard to produce an impressive story and an outstanding conceptually-driven essay in
response to an unseen question in his examination. His willingness to accept teacher feedback to polish his
writing is admirable…”
- Ms Long, English Advanced, year 11
“Justin is a bright and active member of the class. He tries hard and is always willing to contribute to class
discussions and offer solutions to questions. Justin’s consistent effort has resulted in a good understanding
of the skills and concepts learnt this semester and a high ranking.”
- Ms Khodary, General Mathematics, Year 11
“Justin is a highly motivated, perceptive and creative student. He works effectively in groups and
independently, sharing original and sophisticated ideas willingly. Justin participates actively in practical
lessons in order to develop his skills and experience. He is always aiming to challenge himself and take risks
in performance. Justin’s written responses indicate a thorough understanding of course work. He
demonstrates an ability to reflect on his own learning and to act upon feedback as evident in the mid-
course written exam. Justin is a dynamic and highly valued class member. His professionalism, initiative and
commitment to the rehearsal process were rewarded by an outstanding performance in the playbuilding
assessment.”
- Ms Conte, Drama, Year 11
“Justin has achieved outstanding results in music this semester and is a talented and innately musical
student who shows great promise. I especially commend Justin’s ability to jump at every opportunity to
perform, including for assembly, special guests and lunchtime concerts. I really look forward to seeing Justin
continue to make fantastic progress. With his diligent, hardworking attitude, Justin has the ability to
achieve amazing things.”
- Miss Witten-Hannah, Music 1, Year 11

5. “Justin is a well-mannered and cooperative student who has progressed extremely well in all areas of this
subject. He is a capable student who has an above average ability to understand key elements in the
course… Justin is a regular contributor to class discussions and his comments are often constructive and
insightful. He is adept at identifying appropriate pieces of evidence and making valued judgements and
analysis. Justin has had pleasing development which should prove fruitful for the future.”
- Mr Frangipane, PD-H-PE, Year 11
b. Your conduct in years 10 and 11?
Excellent throughout all my years of schooling as demonstrated by my teachers’ comments.
3. What has been the standard of your attendance and punctuality in years 10 and 11?
The standard of my attendance has been exceptional throughout years 10 and 11 as my attendance
percentage has been well above 90% every year. My punctuality has been perfect as I have never been late
to school, classes, excursions or extra-curricular activities. In addition to this, I have always worn the
correct uniform required for each day of the week.
4. What would be your main aims as Captain or Vice Captain if you were elected?
My main aims would be to lead in a way that carries innovative, imaginative, creative and inspiring
brilliance. I would carry myself with the same open-minded, relentlessly determined and wholehearted
attitude that I strive to instil in those around me. I know that through my unwavering ability to lead
through fear, failure and disappointment, and rise above pressure and difficulty, I will undoubtedly be able
to help forge the dreams and ambitions of my fellow students. I can promise that through my confident
and positive leadership we will be able to test the boundaries of capability, stretching them so far to the
point where they shatter to reveal an innovative excellence in every aspect of our school. I would strive to
aid in the self-realisation of our students to succeed through our school’s motto “Excellence, opportunity,
innovation and success.”
I would rise to every occasion to represent the school on a higher formal level by further enhancing the
positive image of Sir Joseph Banks High School, in order to reinforce and recognise the amazing work and
achievements of our students and staff. I would be a strong ambassador who would carry insurmountable
respect and dignity in the representation of our school in all formal settings.
If I am appointed to School Captain, I will surely strengthen the whole school leadership team as the
innovative and confident representative body of the school. I will be able to carry myself with fierce
determination and direction, as well as a clear open-mindedness in order to work in cooperative cohesion
with my fellow prefects, captain and vice captains. I will strive to empower each and every member of the
leadership team to extend their capable limits in order to bring positive change and inspiration to the
students around us. With my stoic leadership qualities, I will cultivate confident freedom of expression and
creativity to help grow my fellow team as strong leaders.
As School Captain, I want to run workshops with different groups of students to pass on my knowledge,
skills and experience in order to inspire younger generations to realise their full potential. I have vast
amounts of insightful and useful abilities which they can learn from and adapt to suit their personal goals.
Through my involvement with the ABCN Scholarship foundation, I have gained invaluable advice from
successful business people who have decades of experience of working with other highly successful
people. I have also gained valuable skills and abilities as well as having built extensive networks from my
years of experience and participation in a number of areas including debating, public speaking,
photography and filming, drama and performance, leadership roles and sporting endeavours.

6. If I became the school Captain, I would have the opportunity to carry meaningful significance with every
year group in the school, which would allow me to provide them with my knowledge, insight, guidance and
real and closely relatable examples of what they can possibly achieve in their school career and their future
lives. I know that I will be able to provide my fellow students with unique knowledge and experience
through my own inspiring achievements and guidance.
5. What skills and abilities would you bring to the role?
 Commitment
 Consistency
 Reliability
 Dedication
 Confidence
 Leading by example
 Teamwork
o Leading a team
o Being part of a team
 Communication
o Listening
o Speaking
 Open-mindedness
 Earning the respect of others
 Flexibility
 Responsibility
 Time management
 Community mindedness
 Creativity
 Negotiating
 Respectfulness
 Resilience
 Mental strength and toughness
 Physical strength and toughness
 Punctuality
I have an adept ability to act in high pressure situations when leading a group of people to complete
important, complicated or difficult tasks and achieve quality results. I have demonstrated this through my
work in the Festival of Cultures and the Harmony Day assembly as I assisted in the directing of the
backstage production of both events, whilst having to perform as well. I have also shown my ability to
perform in pressure situations through my success in debating and my competence to speak in front of
large crowds with ease as well as an engaging and enthusiastic attitude.
I have proven my ability to lead in several varying leadership and creative roles throughout my five years at
Sir Joseph Banks High School. These include my proactive initiative to help found and direct the school
Promotion Team, lead as a senior member of the SRC by actively guiding and encouraging younger
generations of students to grow and lead their respective peer groups, support and inspire the school
knockout, open, zone and grade sports teams I have played my heart and soul for, and by serving as an
astute role model in every single class that I have studied and participated in by working and collaborating
with my peers in order to raise the standards of their educational outcomes.

7. I have a vast experience in promotional endeavours through my years of experience filming gridiron and
community events. The filming and promotional skills that I have gained from my experience, have enabled
me to translate that to our school, which I have demonstrated through my work in filming and
photographing multiple school events and programs such as the school athletics carnival, swimming
carnival, Helmsman project and a multitude of school excursions. I have also demonstrated my
promotional skills through my determined efforts in the school Promotion Team. I not only initiated this
specialised team, but I also explained and demonstrated our purpose and helped direct the students in a
majority of our projects. By providing a clear goal, I was able to guide and inspire our team to bring about
positive short and long term changes in our school and community. These changes have resulted in
invaluable outcomes for our school in the public eye and the immense growth of our students through
creative leadership roles.
6. Why would you like to be Captain or Vice Captain?
I want to be the school captain that people can remember for years to come; as the student who gave his
fellow students innovative skills, abilities and opportunities to inspire positive change and the success in
their future self-realisation. A student who always led by example, never asking, forcing or pressuring
anyone to do what he himself could not. I am determined to give back to the school even after I leave and
pursue my own career. If I come back as a known figure, as a previous school captain and a successful
person in whatever career I choose, I will indefinitely be able to work closely with students in order to
change the nature of Sir Joseph Banks High School into a place where “Excellence, opportunity, innovation
and success” will be the true embodiment of many generations to come.