Student Leadership Programs
Mercy School offers a variety of student leadership programs designed to help young leaders grow in confidence, communication, responsibility, and teamwork. Through opportunities such as the Mercy Youth Leadership Committee (MYLC), Student Council (STUCO), and Mustang Mentors, students develop essential skills while representing their peers, supporting school initiatives, and serving as positive role models. These programs empower students to lead with character, contribute to our school community, and strengthen the values that make Mercy School exceptional.
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Mercy's Student Council (STUCO) is a student-led organization exclusively for juniors at Mercy School Institute. STUCO allows students to organize school events, host fundraisers, and increase student involvement throughout the school. Students also acquire different skillsets, like marketing skills through the Advertising Team, and leadership qualities through roles like President, Vice President, and more. STUCO events are centered around uplifting school spirit.
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Mercy Youth Leadership Committee (MYLC) is an organization that all juniors take part in. MYLC offers students the opportunity to participate in civic engagement, organize workshops, build leadership, give back to the school community, and manage fundraisers. MYLC events are centered around teaching Islamic principles while also having fun.
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WHAT IS IT?
Mustang Mentors is a student organization that provides middle school students with opportunities to develop leadership skills, promote kindness and school spirit, support academic achievement, and serve the needs of our school and community.
WHO IS ELIGIBLE?
All middle school students are eligible for membership, however, only 8 grade students who meet specific criteria will be allowed to hold an officer position.
IS THERE A COST?
There is an annual membership fee of $100 ($10/month). This will cover faculty sponsors stipends, materials and supplies needed for each committee to perform its’ duties, refreshments for the monthly meetings and a Mustang Mentors Tshirt.
IS THERE A BENEFIT TO MY STUDENT FOR JOINING?
Yes! Mustang Mentors will provide students leadership training and other skills that will look good on their college and job resumes. If your student is a member of NJHS, they will be able to use their time spent on Mustang Mentor activities to put towards their required volunteer hours.
WHEN DOES IT START?
Information about joining and running for office are given to students through their English classes by the end of August. Applications are accepted the first week of September and elections take place the second week of September.
