The Leadership Academy represents the pinnacle of student governance and organizational excellence at Yorktown High School. This program is the cornerstone of our commitment to leadership development, designed exclusively for all recognized student leaders.
Participants in the Academy engage with an advanced curriculum focused on strategic planning, effective governance, and the mastery of organizational logistics. This is a transformative opportunity to internalize the critical skills and sophisticated strategies required to lead with impact and integrity. The goal is to provide student officers with the acumen necessary for seamless and successful club management.
As a measure of their commitment to accountability and the enduring success of the student body, attendance is expressly expected of all club leaders. The successful completion of this program is fundamental to the continuity and professional caliber of all student activities. Students will be recognized for their participation with a cord at graduation. Students must attend 75% of the meetings to earn their cord.
Empathy: Students will learn to build strong supportive relationships and consider the feelings and perspectives of others.
Vision and Goal-Setting: Students will identify a clear sense of purpose and direction. They will set achievable and ambitious goals and inspire others to work towards a shared vision.
Communication: Students will learn to articulate opinions confidently and connect with others effectively.
Organization: Students will learn the importance of planning and communicating with others for effective collaboration. Students will manage their time and resources efficiently.
Decision-Making and Problem-Solving: Students will make informed. timely decisions, analyze situations, and find creative solutions to challenges.
Collaboration: Students will work as a team and encourage participation from all members. Students will understand the importance of finding value in the input from others.
Role Model
Self-Awareness
Positivity
Humility
Empathy
Professionalism
Integrity
Structure
Mission
Vision
Goals
Values
Strategies
Voice
Finding Your Voice
Sharing Your Voice
Sustaining Your Voice
Empower
Building Rapport
Motivating
Communicating
Unity
Productivity
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution