Prepare your student leaders with leads - leadership, education & development series
Availability
In-Person
Impact
7th + 8th
Highschool

21st century leadership

LEADS is a program for larger groups of middle school and high school students, addressing the need for enhanced success skill training for students in key leadership positions within their school environment.

The LEADS curriculum is tailored to Ohio's Social Emotional Learning Standards and builds strong, empathetic leaders.

Developing Leaders

self-awareness
self-management
social awareness
responsible decision making
abc's of Communication
emotional intelligence

LEADS Curriculum

The LEADS program curriculum varies depending on the age of the students involved.

Middle School

Up to 50 students

Consists of 3, 2-hour interactive engaging sessions

high School

Up to 100 students

Consists of 3, 3-hour interactive engaging sessions

Program Participants

Akron East Community Learning Center
Berea-Midpark High School
Midview Local School District
North Ridgeville High School
Oberlin High School
Olmsted Falls High School
Parma Senior High School
Strongsville High School
Warrensville Heights High School
Akron East Community Learning Center
Berea-Midpark High School
Midview Local School District
North Ridgeville High School
Oberlin High School
Olmsted Falls High School
Parma Senior High School
Strongsville High School
Warrensville Heights High School

What do our students say about ELA?

I usually don’t think outside the box, just listen to everyone – but this program changed that.

2019 Warrensville LEADS Participant

"I LOVED this program, it really helped me change ME and shape me for real life, deeper situations! I’m so thankful I was selected to be a part of this program."

2019 Parma LEADS Participant

"It changed the way I look at people."

2019 Warrensville LEADS Participant

"I like that it got me to be all the things we learned in our tool-kit. I’m more open-minded, creative, I know myself better, and so much more. I loved interacting with all of you leaders!"

2018 Parma LEADS Participant

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Connect with an ELA team member today.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the core concepts of the program?

LEADS focuses on critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration. Students learn about themselves and how best to navigate and lead within group settings.

How long is the series?

The series includes 3, 3- hour sessions for high school students, and 3, 2-hour sessions for middle school students.

Who is this series geared toward?

High school or middle school students who are identified as student leaders, demonstrate leadership potential, or even students who may be leading but leading in a negative manner.

What is the limit for group size?

Up to 100 high school studentsUp to 50 middle school students.

What is the cost?

The cost is $10,000 for high school and $8,000 for middle school.

What are the core concepts of the program?

Developing key 21st Century leadership skills for identified student leaders.