How Drew Builds Confident, Capable Leaders Through The Leadership Lab and Beyond.
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At Drew School, students have countless opportunities to step into leadership roles through student government, clubs, athletics, and The Leadership Lab. Here’s how Drew fosters leadership development and how students can take advantage of it.
Quick Answer for Busy Parents
Drew School offers structured leadership opportunities through Student Government, club leadership, service and advocacy groups, academic mentorship, and athletic team captaincy, organized in large part through The Leadership Lab, Drew’s framework for real-world leadership and experiential education.
Why Leadership Development Matters in High School
Colleges and employers look for students who can think critically, collaborate, and take initiative, part of what schools look for in applicants more broadly. Leadership experience in high school builds confidence in decision-making, enhances public speaking and communication skills, develops problem-solving and teamwork abilities, and strengthens college applications.
Student Government and Campus Leadership Roles
Drew’s Student Government gives students a direct voice in shaping school policies, planning events, and advocating for their peers — experience that resonates effectively during a Drew interview. Students can get involved as Class Representatives, Executive Council Members, or Event Coordinators, organizing school events and fundraisers, representing student interests with faculty, and promoting inclusivity and engagement.
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Club and Organization Leadership Opportunities
| Leadership Path | What It Looks Like |
| Service & Advocacy | Leading volunteer programs, diversity initiatives, and sustainability groups |
| Academic & Peer Mentorship | Tutoring, leading study groups, organizing science fairs or writing workshops |
| Sports & Team Leadership | Serving as team captain, organizing practices, leading school spirit events |
Students are also encouraged to take on leadership roles in Drew’s wide range of clubs and organizations, whether by becoming president of an existing club or starting an entirely new one based on personal interests.
How to Develop Leadership Skills at Drew School
Drew provides numerous opportunities for students to develop essential leadership skills through public speaking workshops, debate, and presentation skills training, alongside conflict resolution and team-building workshops that teach mediation, negotiation, and collaboration. Leadership development retreats and conferences let students learn from experts, network with peers, and further their personal and professional growth, experiences worth featuring in a personal statement.
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