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classmates. is is an important opportunity to relate the project to academic goals—often in more than one subject. During this work, they also actively reflect on the process, evaluating what worked (and what didn't), and what they learned, which can be applied to future experiences. is is the most important stage, because it is not only meant to be a reflection, but also a preparation for the next service-learning endeavor. In this way, service transcends a single project or event, and becomes a way of living in the world—a habit of mind that students take with them through adolescence and into adulthood. When I began working at Trevor two years ago, I was incredibly impressed with the established service work I found here.…From the Lower School students' work with Cassidy's Place and the Wild Bird Fund, to the collaboration with the Central Park Conservancy, our youngest students are actively involved in numerous, meaningful service-learning endeavors. In the Middle and Upper divisions, where this work becomes even more student-driven, classes partner with service organizations such as the Bowery Mission and Concern Worldwide. Students and faculty also collaborate to create service clubs that match their personal passions—among them are HELO Haiti and the Fuzzy Greens, which focuses on the environment. Trevor had clearly made the commitment to nurture and support students who aspire to do their part to change the world for the better. Since my arrival, I have been fortunate to expand the Lower School service-learning To me, service learning means learning to be more kind and generous than you already are. is shows that you can always stretch your kindness, expecting no credit or reward. –Eva L., 5th grader footprint in partnership with Dacel Casey, Director of Community Service and Global Programs. During her tenure of 12 years, Ms. Casey has spearheaded myriad service opportunities in the Middle and Upper Schools. And this past year, Ms. Casey's responsibility has expanded to the Lower School, where she and I have led service classes, often resulting in more connections with outside organizations—such as Daniel's Music Foundation, the Bideawee animal shelter, and Harlem Grown (a community garden, farm, and greenhouse). e students pictured on this page are working at the latter two nonprofit organizations. e harder the problem, the more help is needed. e Lower School is committed to making a true difference— and we will all be enriched for doing so. n