Each summer the senior class works together to complete a public service project. In past years, scholars have organized a leadership workshop for at-risk youth; written academic papers; and hosted networking events. This summer, the senior class organized two projects targeting needy families and black youth interested in attending college.

For the first project, the scholars worked with Hannah House, a transitional housing facility for women and children recovering from drugs and physical abuse. The scholars not only cleaned, painted, and moved furniture, but they also spent time speaking with residents and staff about their experiences. Even though the scholars only committed to one day of work, they were so inspired by their experiences there they decided to return for another Saturday of work.

The second project that the seniors worked on was an event that one of the scholars, Joshua Harris worked on at his internship at the FBR Group. Each year, the Corporate Giving office at FBR hosts workshops for youth who are interested in attending college but have few role models in their lives that can speak to the experiences that students face when they attend college.

During the first workshop, the scholars sat on a panel where they discussed college admissions, academic rigor, and their personal experiences at their respective institutions. At the second workshop, the students spent time with the youth helping them to define their options, while at the same time encouraging them to work hard.