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Mission - Vision - Core Programs
“Of all weapons, love is the most deadly and devastating, and few there be who dare trust their fate in its hands.”
― Howard Thurman
Mission
PLSM exists to help students develop the knowledge, judgment, and moral courage needed to lead with integrity and contribute meaningfully to their communities. Through sustained engagement in four integrated core outreach programs focused on ethical questions, civic responsibility, and real-world challenges, PLSM prepares students to act thoughtfully, advocate responsibly, and participate in public life with purpose.
Vision
PLSM envisions communities shaped by students who think deeply, lead courageously, and act with integrity to meet the needs of their neighbors and advance the broader public good.
Core Programs
Selah Groups
These Selah Groups are designed to cultivate students’ desire and discipline to think deeply about questions of faith, culture, and leadership. Through guided discussion, reflection, and community-based engagement, students are encouraged to examine their values, strengthen their sense of purpose, and consider how thoughtful leadership can serve the common good. PLSM partners with local nonprofits and school districts to support these
groups, ensuring their work is grounded in meaningful relationships and in the needs of the broader community.
Love Thy Neighbor-Hood
Love Thy Neighbor-Hood is designed to help students cultivate both the compassion and practical wisdom needed to care well for their communities and the people who make them whole. Through reflection, service, and relationship-building, students are encouraged to see their neighborhoods not simply as places where they live, but as communities of belonging, responsibility, and shared flourishing. The program invites students to move
beyond awareness into action by developing habits of attentiveness, humility, and service. In doing so, students learn that meaningful leadership often begins with knowing, valuing, and caring for the people closest to them.
Level Up
The objective of Level Up is to help young men strengthen their self-care practices in ways that support their overall growth, stability, and well-being. The program encourages participants to develop healthy routines, build self-awareness, and take greater responsibility for how they care for their minds, bodies, relationships, and futures. Through reflection, mentorship, and practical skill-building, young men are invited to consider what it means to show up for themselves with discipline, confidence, and purpose. Level Up also emphasizes that self-care is not simply personal maintenance, but a foundation for leadership, resilience, and meaningful engagement with others. By investing in themselves, participants are better prepared to navigate challenges, make thoughtful decisions, and contribute positively to their families and communities.
5thQ (Fifth Quarter)
The Fifth Quarter is a live post-game event held after every home football game to provide students with a safe, positive, and welcoming place to gather. The objective of 5Q is to offer a wholesome alternative to common post-game activities by creating space for peer-to-peer connection, recreation, and community-building. Rather than allowing the night to end without structure or support, 5Q provides students with an environment where they can socialize, build friendships, and enjoy shared experiences in a supervised setting. The event extends the energy and excitement of game night while reinforcing healthy choices, fostering a sense of belonging, and promoting meaningful student engagement.
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