Ok, say hello from all of us to that other Avira.
I agree in general on D’E, except that it should not require an extra effort to integrate chesed into curriculum, as chesed is an integral part of Torah. Rather than “preach”, just read meforshim about it.
What I think you mean – it is very exciting for everyone to talk about things that makes Jews look exclusive – we are not eating what they are eating, while l’havero sounds too boring? Why not focus on how better we are (should be) in those mitzvos than general culture and go learn details on that?
Returning lost objects; details on respecting parents; honesty in your job, etc.
I once was at a lecture by a very “frum”-dressed community member who was also distinguished in his profession. “Kids” started asking him what is most challenging/advice mostly talking towards keeping shabbos, kashrus, other challenges at work. He started with – most important thing you need to do is work honestly for your employer for the whole 8 hours a day you are hired ….