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Showcasing Student Leadership at SLS In-House Model UN T
Students took center stage as SLS hosted its annual in-house Model UN tournament. This dynamic event, organized entirely by our Student Executive Board, brought together 65 students from grades 9-12 to tackle a high-stakes Joint Crisis Committee on the War of 1812.
In this fast-paced simulation, delegates represented key historical figures from the United States and Great Britain, responding to evolving scenarios with quick-thinking diplomacy, strategic maneuvering, and critical thinking. The student-generated crises challenged participants to grapple with complex geopolitical issues in real-time, honing their leadership skills as they navigated high-pressure situations.
"Model UN is a great example of our Leading with Humanity philosophy," shared faculty advisor Abby Abbott. "Students learn to consider others' perspectives, exercise empathy, and collaborate to solve pressing global problems — all essential skills for the next generation of purpose-driven leaders."
The Model UN team is looking forward to the next tournament, hosted by the University of Pennsylvania, in January. For more information on getting involved in Model UN at St. Luke's, please contact Abby Abbott at abbotta@stlukesct.org.
Executive Board Members: Reese Kubick '25, Samantha Gerber '25, May Frelinghuysen '25, Jack Barker '25, Cassidy Cui '25, Eloise Pakman '25, Juliet Geraci '25, Christian Xia '25, Tylie Kubick '25, Iris Weizer '26, Juana Marque '26.
Awards:
Best Spy: Eli Finn '26
American Committee
Best Delegate: Wyatt Patrick '26
Outstanding Delegate: Denis Gannon '26
Honorable Mentions: Madeline Levin '26 and Arjan Kochar '26
Best Rookie: Finn Malkoun '26
British Committee
Best Delegate: Grady Millones '25
Outstanding Delegate: Lena Olbrys '25
Honorable Mentions: Makeda West '26 and Ruby Kreckler '26
Best Rookie: Catherine Woods '27
St. Luke’s School is a secular (non-religious), private school in New Canaan, CT for grades 5 through 12 serving over 40 towns in Connecticut and New York. Our exceptional academics and diverse co-educational community foster students’ intellectual and ethical development and prepare them for top colleges. St. Luke’s Leading with Humanity curriculum builds the commitment to serve and the confidence to lead.
