Programs

Schuler Scholar Programing is aligned with 11 Critical Success Factors (CSFs).  The SSP believes that these factors are necessary for success and should be fostered throughout high school, college and one’s lifetime.

The core CSFs are used as means to assess students throughout the selection process. Throughout high school, these core CSF’s are further developed in each Scholar to prepare them to be successful at highly selective colleges.

The Core CSFs are:

Academics

Students demonstrate strong knowledge of classroom material and have an ability to make connections between the classroom and other disciplines and the “real” world.

Communication Skills

Students exhibit strong verbal, listening and written communication skills. The students can initiate conversation, write for different purposes and be active listeners.

Organizational and Study Skills

Students are prepared for class, Schuler programs, reading tutoring, non-academic activities and personal responsibilities.

Developing CSFs are those that are present in varying degree and are nurtured at all stages of the SSP program.  

The Developing CSFs are:

Drive for Goals

Scholars possess and/or develop an ability to have a personal vision. They should be able to make connections between what they do now and what their future state will be and should be driven by this connection.

Support Networks

Scholars can identify resources (i.e. people, tutoring center, Internet) that will support them as they work to achieve their goals.

Self-Confidence

Scholars advocate for themselves with peers, teachers, parents, and Schuler staff.  They can independently seek out available resources.  Scholars can meet new people and enter new contexts with confidence.

Adaptability

Scholars assess their surroundings in order to determine appropriate speech and actions.

Mindfulness

Scholars develop resilience through self-awareness.  Scholars are aware and accountable for their actions.  They behave appropriately when faced with new or challenging situations and are resistant to peer pressure.

Multi-Cultural Competence

Scholars possess sensitivity towards diversity.

Higher-Level Thinking

Scholars connect knowledge within multiple contexts in order to reach a deeper understanding of content.  They can manipulate existing knowledge to propose new ideas and challenge current assumptions.

Passion for Learning/Intellectual Curiosity

Students are open to new ideas and opinions. They are inquisitive, active learners and can engage others in conversations. 

Scholars meet with SSP Founder Jack Schuler

Scholars meet with SSP Founder Jack Schuler

Scholars at Leadership Camp

Scholars at Leadership Camp

First ride on a cable car

First ride on a cable car