Kiski equips students to lead — in all aspects of life.

Not only does our leadership training allow students to discover and develop individual leadership qualities, but it also showcases each student’s ability to develop as a leader of their peers. Kiski’s program builds confidence and facilitates the success of our students.

Concepts of leadership are demonstrated and assessed throughout the entire school year, with opportunities for students to co-captain sports teams, lead clubs, and mentor younger students, among many other extracurricular activities. Each year 30 students are elected to be prefects. Prefects are student leaders in the residence halls who are a resource for their peers and help faculty run the dorms smoothly. Additionally, several events stand out as tremendous opportunities for our students to learn and practice leadership:

Four Community Weekends during the year have been specifically designated as Leadership Weekends. Students participate in the low ropes course, colloquium-style case studies in advisory groups, off-campus trips, Cougar Cup events, community service projects, maker and entrepreneurial leadership activities, and much more, all with an emphasis on cultivating a strong sense of character and leadership.