The Crescent Centre for Boys’ Education (CCBE) has four research pillars: Pedagogies, Wellbeing, Character and Diversity. In our second episode of CCBE’s WELLRead podcast, we take a deep dive into experiential learning. Our Outreach program is one of Character in Action programs at Crescent and this discussion focuses on the impact of local service learning and national/international outreach trips.

Guests:

• Ms Sheryl Murray, Director of Outreach at Crescent School
• Nicholas Mehta, Class of 2013
• Ryley Mehta, Class of 2016 and member of the Crescent Alumni Diversity Committee
• Nick deVilla-Choi, Grade 12 student and Grad Class/Alumni Liaison Prefect

Episode Themes:

• Connecting to one of CCBE’s research pillars
• Discovering local Service Learning Opportunities with boys from Grades 3-12
• Reflecting on how Outreach experiences help to build a Man of Character from a Boy of Promise
• Valuing the role that this generation plays in embracing global connections and sustainability

Resources referenced in this episode:

• Independent Schools Experiential Experience Network
• Crescent School - Character in Action - Outreach Leadership