Curriculum Day Brings Leadership, Service and Exploration to Life - Stevenson School
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Curriculum Day Brings Leadership, Service and Exploration to Life - Stevenson School
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Curriculum Day Brings Leadership, Service and Exploration to Life
Stevenson’s recent Curriculum Day gave students in the Upper Division the opportunity to step beyond the classroom and engage in learning through leadership, service, exploration and community connection.
A highlight of the day was the second annual Joyful Leadership Conference, which invited students to explore an essential question: What does leadership mean to you, and how can you lead in everyday moments?
Students gathered for a day of workshops, conversations and hands-on activities facilitated by both students and faculty. The conference focused on making the idea of leadership practical and personal, helping students develop the skills and confidence to lead in their classrooms, teams and communities.
Workshops covered a wide range of topics, from public speaking and mentorship to using media responsibly and building a strong resume. In sessions such as “The A, B, Cs of Public Speaking,” “Navigating Media & Using Your Platform for Good” and “Balanced, Boundaried & Brilliant: Protecting Your Peace While Leading,” students explored how leadership can take many forms and how everyday choices shape their impact on others.
In the spirit of the conference, students also enjoyed a Joyful Activity break, choosing from options such as line dancing, crafting, soccer, kickball, board games and bracelet-making – reminding participants that leadership can be rooted in connection, creativity and community.
You can
view photos from the conference here
.
While many students participated in the conference, grade-level programs across the Upper Division offered additional opportunities for learning and exploration.
Grade 9 students traveled to Rana Creek and Indian Canyon near Hollister, where they spent the day learning alongside local Indigenous elders and deepening their understanding of the region’s history and cultural heritage.
Grade 10 students engaged in service learning, supporting the Center for Farmworker Families by organizing and preparing donated items for distribution to families in need.
Grade 11 students balanced the day between SAT testing and college preparation, with workshops hosted by the College Center to support students as they begin thinking about their next academic steps.
Meanwhile, Grade 12 students took advantage of the extraordinary natural environment of the Central Coast through a variety of field trips. Seniors explored local landscapes and experiences ranging from hiking in Soberanes Canyon and Garrapata State Park to kayaking, whale watching and visiting the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
You can
view photos from these trips here
.
Together, these experiences captured the spirit of Curriculum Day at Stevenson — learning that extends beyond the classroom and prepares students to engage thoughtfully with the world around them.
Whether through leadership workshops, service projects, cultural learning or outdoor exploration, students spent the day developing the qualities that define a Stevenson leader: curiosity, empathy, resilience and a commitment to contributing positively to their community.
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Curriculum Day Brings Leadership, Service and Exploration to Life
Stevenson’s recent Curriculum Day gave students in the Upper Division the opportunity to step beyond the classroom and engage in learning through leadership, service, exploration and community connection.
A highlight of the day was the second annual Joyful Leadership Conference, which invited students to explore an essential question: What does leadership mean to you, and how can you lead in everyday moments?
Students gathered for a day of workshops, conversations and hands-on activities facilitated by both students and faculty. The conference focused on making the idea of leadership practical and personal, helping students develop the skills and confidence to lead in their classrooms, teams and communities.
Workshops covered a wide range of topics, from public speaking and mentorship to using media responsibly and building a strong resume. In sessions such as “The A, B, Cs of Public Speaking,” “Navigating Media & Using Your Platform for Good” and “Balanced, Boundaried & Brilliant: Protecting Your Peace While Leading,” students explored how leadership can take many forms and how everyday choices shape their impact on others.
In the spirit of the conference, students also enjoyed a Joyful Activity break, choosing from options such as line dancing, crafting, soccer, kickball, board games and bracelet-making – reminding participants that leadership can be rooted in connection, creativity and community.
You can
view photos from the conference here
.
While many students participated in the conference, grade-level programs across the Upper Division offered additional opportunities for learning and exploration.
Grade 9 students traveled to Rana Creek and Indian Canyon near Hollister, where they spent the day learning alongside local Indigenous elders and deepening their understanding of the region’s history and cultural heritage.
Grade 10 students engaged in service learning, supporting the Center for Farmworker Families by organizing and preparing donated items for distribution to families in need.
Grade 11 students balanced the day between SAT testing and college preparation, with workshops hosted by the College Center to support students as they begin thinking about their next academic steps.
Meanwhile, Grade 12 students took advantage of the extraordinary natural environment of the Central Coast through a variety of field trips. Seniors explored local landscapes and experiences ranging from hiking in Soberanes Canyon and Garrapata State Park to kayaking, whale watching and visiting the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
You can
view photos from these trips here
.
Together, these experiences captured the spirit of Curriculum Day at Stevenson — learning that extends beyond the classroom and prepares students to engage thoughtfully with the world around them.
Whether through leadership workshops, service projects, cultural learning or outdoor exploration, students spent the day developing the qualities that define a Stevenson leader: curiosity, empathy, resilience and a commitment to contributing positively to their community.
An independent Pre-K–12 boarding and day school located on California’s Monterey Peninsula
Carmel Campus
Grades Pre-K–8
Street address: 24800 Dolores Street, Carmel, CA 93923
Mailing address: P.O. Box AP, Carmel, CA 93921
T: 831.574.4600
Map/Directions
|
Campus Map
Request Information
Pebble Beach Campus
Grades 9–12
3152 Forest Lake Road, Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Need Pebble Beach access? Contact us before visiting.
T: 831.625.8300
Map/Directions
|
Campus Map
Request Information
Copyright 2025 | Stevenson Boarding & Day School |
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Privacy
|
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School Directory
|
Employment
Notice of Non Discriminatory Policy:
Stevenson School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.
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