As one of the first Head Girls, I was keen to gain the equal acknowledgment of our role in the school whilst also being offered the same opportunities as the boys. On Speech Day, as part of Head Girl speech, I asked Mr Morris directly (who was sat next to us on the stage) if a sport's tour for the girls was being planned, similar to the boys' rugby tour. This was met with rather a stony silence. Needless to say I don't think I got my answer but carried on regardless. As I left the stage, I remember seeing Fitzy and Billy Exley roll their eyes at me. I then walked past Mrs Chorlton who gave me a wry smile and a wink. This was all I needed. We had been heard.