Hyde School Hosts 12th Annual Maine Youth Leadership Day

Over 1,200 Young Leaders to Gather in Bath for a Day of Inspiration and Empowerment

Bath, Maine – October 23, 2025 – Hyde School is proud to announce the 12th Annual Maine Youth Leadership Day, a flagship event bringing together more than 1,200 student leaders from grades 5 through 12, from across the great state of Maine. This annual event provides students with tools and insights to become effective leaders in their schools and communities. This year’s theme, "The Courage to Take the Lead," will inspire students to identify and build upon their unique strengths and leadership skills to make a positive impact on their communities. 

The event will be held on Thursday, October 23, 2024, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Hyde School in Bath, Maine. The day will include leadership workshops, networking opportunities, and motivational discussions with prominent figures in Maine’s business, non-profit, and educational sectors. 

Hyde School is honored to welcome Gabe Hoffman-Johnson, Founder and Chief Community Officer for the Portland Hearts of Pine Professional Soccer Club. A former collegiate soccer athlete, Hoffman-Johnson wanted to bring the sport he loves to his hometown of Portland.  He believes his role at Hearts is to do as much as possible to rally the community and culture of Maine around Soccer, and to create a purpose-driven club that represents all those who have their hearts in Maine.

For more information about Maine Youth Leadership Day, please check out our website at https://www.hyde.edu/character/maine-state-leadership-alliance