Leadership Opportunities

Leadership is a dynamic and important part of Upper School life. Each of the Five Councils (Student Council, Community Council, Honor Council, Service Council, and Student Ambassadors) has grade-level representatives determined by a combination of election and appointment, and all Activities have a leadership team. To facilitate the development of leadership skills, all student leaders take part in biannual short- and long-term goal setting activities, and all student leaders meet regularly with the Dean of Student Life to review goals, discuss program, and reflect on the challenges and opportunities of leadership. It is the difficult, sometimes messy, and rewarding tasks of leadership that challenge our students to grow and prepare them for the world beyond SCH. Reflection, discussion, and mentorship play an important role in the development of experienced and skilled student leaders.

The Student Leadership Team (SLT) is made up of the heads of each of the five councils and the senior class presidents. In addition to running their respective councils, the members of the SLT are provided with additional opportunities to build and test their leadership skills, act as mentors to younger students, and represent the Upper School student body in discussions, meetings, and events.