Welcome to Hoover Elementary's

Leader in Me Page!



Hoover Elementary is proud to be a Leader in Me School. Leader in Me is a whole-school improvement process based on the idea that everyone can be a leader. This evidence-based approach empowers students with the leadership and life-skills they need to thrive in the 21st century. We focus on developing the whole-child by:

  • teaching LEADERSHIP to every student,

  • creating a CULTURE of student empowerment,

  • and aligning systems to drive results in ACADEMICS.


7 Habits of Highly Effective People

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People is one of the key frameworks of the Leader in Me process. In addition to helping students learn and apply leadership skills, the 7 Habits give us a common language in building a supportive emotional environment.


4 Disciplines of Execution

The 4 Disciplines of Execution is another key framework of the Leader in Me that helps us to identify, track, and achieve academic and personal Wildly Important Goals (WIGs).

West Branch Leader in Me.mp4

Hoover Elementary: Rethinking Leadership!


We invite families and community partners to join us in our mission to create a community of leaders dedicated to inspire all to become global citizens who are responsible and respectful problem solvers.


by:

  • Attending an upcoming leadership event

  • Joining our Parent Lighthouse Team

  • Sponsoring a school wide leadership role or club

  • Supporting one of our service learning projects

  • Visiting the Leader in Me Family Development page to learn more


Please reach out to Lindsay Seydel at lseydel@west-branch.k12.ia.us to get connected!

Check out the Family Resources: https://www.leaderinme.org/family-development/

What are WIGS and BIG ROCKS?

WIGS are the Wildly Important Goals we want to accomplish. By teaching students to focus on the BIG ROCKS or their priorities, we learn good time management so we can attain our goals!

Big Rocks

for K-2

Big Rocks

for 3-5

Big ROCKS

for adults

THE HABITS



Being proactive = I'm in charge of myself!


I take responsibility for my choices.

I take initiative & choose my moods, actions and attitudes.

I do the right thing without being asked no matter who is around.



Habit 2 = I have a plan!


I make a plan and set goals.

I work to attain my goals.

I can do hard things!



Habit 3 = First Work, Then Play!


I spend my time on what is important.

I set priorities, set a schedule and follow my plan!

I am organized!



Habit 4 = Everyone Can Win!

I balance what I want and what others want.

I think of solutions that work for everyone.

I am happy for others when good things happen for them.



Habit 6 = Listen Before Talking

I listen to other people's ideas and feelings.

I try to see other viewpoints.

I use my voice confidently.


Habit 6 = Together is Better!

We are stronger when everyone brings something special to the group.

I value people's uniqueness.

By teaming we create better solutions.

Habit 7 = My life has balance!

I take care of my body by being active, eating right and getting rest.

I find meaningful ways to help others.

I learn in lots of ways and places.


Habit 8 = We all have a purpose!

I find my strengths and use them to help others.

I work to make a culture of support and unity.

I am a leader!