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Leadership for Social Justice (Interest Based)
The Leadership and Social Justice (LSJ) program helps you lead and make a positive difference in your community. You will learn to:
Stand Up for Fairness: Tackle real-world issues and explore different cultures.
Build Leadership Skills: Master teamwork, public speaking, and honest decision-making.
Take Action: Turn your ideas into real, positive change for your school and neighborhood.
Core Experiences
Core Experiences
Connect with social justice advocates to learn community engagement strategies.
Participate in internships with social justice organizations.
Earn college credit through dual enrollment.
Design and implement a multi-year social justice project.
Present impact of original social justice projects on local communities.
Participate in a social justice fair.
Plan student social justice learning experiences.
Participate in social justice field trip experiences.
Program Goals
Program Goals
Develop Foundational Knowledge and Skills - Equip students with the knowledge and skills to become principled and effective leaders in public service.
Provide Hands-On, Real-World Experience - Provide hands-on, real-world experience through internships and applied projects to ensure students can translate leadership theory and community engagement strategies into effective public service action.
Foster Career and College, Career and/or Community Pathways - Create strong connections to college and career paths by linking students with a network of public service professionals to find great jobs, further their education, and stay involved in the community.
Course ProgressionÂ
Course ProgressionÂ
Below is a sample sequence of course for students enrolled in the Leadership and Social Justice Program. Cells in blue are related to the program pathway. This is subject to change as the programs are developed by MCPS.
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