Student Character and Leadership
Building Character
Our Student Character and Leadership Development program is known as The Compass Project. It is designed to help students of all ages discover their values. We teach the necessary skills for children to become successful leaders and kind global citizens. We help them to be effective collaborators.
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Social and Emotional Foundation
In a 2014 CareerBuilder study, 77 percent of employers surveyed said “soft skills” were as important as job-related skills. Employers are looking for people who have a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to collaborate. MHS teaches basic social and emotional skills to nurture these qualities.
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The Compass Project reinforces our commitment to developing the whole child. This character and leadership program is life-changing. It builds on Milton Hershey School’s four Sacred Values, the backbone of our Social and Emotional Learning program.
- Commitment to Mission
- Integrity
- Positive spirit
- Mutual respect
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Experience The Compass Project
The Compass Project is school-wide initiative. Students develop their skills through both classroom and student home lessons. The curriculum challenges them to reach their greatest leadership potential. We strive to develop student skills in four distinct areas. Learn more about each focus area.
Social and Emotional Learning
This skill teaches students to manage emotions, show empathy, and create long-term goals that allow them to dream.
Spiritual Development
This skill helps students develop personal connections beyond themselves. We seek to build connections at a spiritual level.
Character and Leadership Development
This skill helps students build strong mental and ethical traits. It grows leadership qualities that will serve them throughout their lives.
Health and Wellness Activities
This skill shows students how to maintain personal health and physical well-being. Achieving this helps them live long, happy, and healthy lives.
Milton Hershey Way Progress Reports
The Milton Hershey Way is the continuous pursuit of excellence through mutual respect and work ethic to prepare students for career and life success. A vital part of our character-based curriculum is the Milton Hershey Way Progress Report, where houseparents meet with students to discuss their progress toward attaining the social, emotional, and character skills to achieve their goals. Students become aware of their strengths, progress, and need for growth through these progress reports.
Living Character in the Classroom
From foundational moments elementary school to rigorous challenge in high school, our students receive the tools to grow in all areas. Character education is enhanced through teachable moments at school. See what school is like at MHS.
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