The Honourable David C. Onley, lieutenant governor of Ontario, opened Waterdown's first Student Parliament on February 13th, 2008. The school's mace is shown being presented to Principal Helen McGregor in the presence of His Honour.
The WDHS Student Parliament Constitution
(Ratified in 2007)
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Office of the Prime Minister
The Head of Student Government at Waterdown District High School. The prime minister chairs the Cabinet, and has the power to appoint new members.
The prime minister is expected to maintain a good working relationship with the Principal of WDHS, as well as foster positive school spirit.
Elected: The Right Honourable Devyn Kelly
The prime minister is expected to maintain a good working relationship with the Principal of WDHS, as well as foster positive school spirit.
Elected: The Right Honourable Devyn Kelly
Cabinet (Ministers, Secretary)
Deputy Prime Minister - Acts as the prime minister when he/she is unable to perform their duties. Assists the prime minister.
Elected: The Honourable Cooper Brooke
Minister of Finance - In charge of monitoring the finances of the Student Parliament.This position requires 100% attention, and cannot come second to any other club or sport's team at the school.
Elected: The Honourable Eoin Blythe
Minister of Events - In charge of coordinating all special events within the school. This position requires 100% attention, and cannot come second to any other club or sport's team at the school.
Elected: The Honourable Lizzy Rooney
Minister of Public Relations - Coordinates all school-wide announcements, posters, and other media (including media within the Waterdown/Hamilton community – i.e. Flamborough Review). This position requires 100% attention, and cannot come second to any other club or sport's team at the school.
Elected: The Honourable Sam Gooch
Minister of Warrior’s Den - In charge of managing the affairs of the Warrior’s Den. This position requires 100% attention, and cannot come second to any other club or sport's team at the school.
Elected: The Honourable Julia Muirhead
Minister of Student Voice
Appointed: The Honourable Eden Bishop
Minister of Volunteer and Charity Work
Appointed: Rosemary Giles
Parliamentary Secretary - In charge of writing up (and posting) minutes for each Student Parliament/Cabinet meeting. This position requires 100% attention, and cannot come second to any other club or sport's team at the school.
Elected: Ms. Kailey Howell
WDHS Student Senator - Represents the interests of the WDHS Student Parliament on the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board Senate.
Appointed: The Honourable Bailey Cripps
Office of the Parliamentary Whip
In charge of attendance and discipline within the Student Parliament. This position requires 100% attention, and cannot come second to any other club or sport's team at the school.
Elected: Mr. Alex Stevenson
Elected: Mr. Alex Stevenson
Grade Representative (Two positions available)
Post-Grad: Jordan Dertinger
Grade 12: Megan Whaley (appointed) and Michelle Irvine (appointed)
Grade 11: Audrey Colette (appointed) and Erica Winks
Grade 10: Sophie Fraites and Maggie McDonald
Grade 9: T.B.D.
Grade 12: Megan Whaley (appointed) and Michelle Irvine (appointed)
Grade 11: Audrey Colette (appointed) and Erica Winks
Grade 10: Sophie Fraites and Maggie McDonald
Grade 9: T.B.D.
Officers of Parliament
Speaker of Student Parliament:
Usher of the Black Rod: Ms. Sino Mombassa
Sergeant-at-Arms: Mr. Adam MacKenzie