Reflection on NSLW

After a week of hard work, inspiration, and active involvement I feel confident saying that National Student Leadership Week was a success at South Western!

One of the elements to the week that made it really come to life was our leadership breakfast. At the breakfast the student leaders were recognized for their hard work and dedication to the high school. Our former Principal was also invited to give some words of encouragement. Let me just say, he was an inspiration to the entire group.

Mr. Quashnoc opened with a reflection on South Western's "Legacy of Leadership Development."He not only spoke about the development of our school, but he also spoke about the development of leadership within our school. He told us stories of ordinary South Western graduates doing extraordinary things for the betterment of their colleges, communities, and professions. 

Mr. Quashnoc also shared with us the core values of the South Western Culture in terms of "CAP."

  1. Commitment- He focused on the difference between being involved and being committed.

2. Attitude- He encouraged us to always have a positive attitude no matter what challenges we come up against.

3. Persistence- He told us we must never give up, and we must be courageous in all of our endeavors.

As Mr. Quashnoc began to wrap up what he was saying his intensity grew, his passion came to life, and his focus was strictly on the students. He concluded with four very powerful words, "Keep the Legacy Alive!!!"