Round Square Pillars and Grade Committees

Round Square member schools live the Round Square IDEALS at all times. Students in Stanford Lake College have got the opportunity to participate in various activities promoting all the pillars of Round Square.

The pillars are (from the Round Square web site):

Internationalism

“The most powerful force in advocating and promoting international understanding is exposure to different cultures. Students from all nationalities are welcomed into each school. They are taught to appreciate, value and respect all cultures, religions and languages. Students learn to see themselves as global citizens and are asked to look beyond gender, class, race, nationality and culture to understand human nature."

Democracy

“Teaching students both the values of democracy and the importance of active participation in democracy is essential to Round Square schools. Freedom of thought and speech is greatly encouraged and appropriate forums and channels of communication are set in place."

Environment

"Students are taught the importance of tending to the future of the planet. Round Square students are expected to demonstrate an active interest and concern for all natural environments, to be aware of proven problems and to play a practical role in tackling environmental issues."

Adventure

“Building the body and soul through adventure, meeting the physical challenge and developing an appreciation of the outdoors: these are all central to Round Square schools.
Each school arranges outdoor and extra-curricular activities that challenge and strongly engage students, individually and within groups – in ways that promote personal growth and self discovery."

Leadership

“Students are taught that true leadership is found in those whose convictions are rooted in personal responsibility, kindness and justice. Opportunities for student leadership in the school's community are fostered. Leadership roles, held by senior students, in particular, are substantial and range from management of housekeeping positions to holding key leadership positions. A high level of responsibility is passed on to students individually and collectively."

Service

“A key method used by Round Square to prepare students for life is by the expectation of serving others. Each student is encouraged to perform a substantial number of service hours, either in school-sponsored, regional or international projects."

Stanford Lake College is proud to be a part of this international community and develop our exchange programs (grade 10’s) locally and abroad to our scholars’ benefit. Both junior (Grade 8-9) and senior members (Grade 10-12) attend regional and international conferences which develop understanding and personal qualities they will keep for life.

Visit www.roundsquare.org for more.