Leadership
Mrs. Box, Room 865
206-631-6740/425-652-6303
lori.box@highlineschools.org
The Leadership course uses various curricula drawn from and aligned with the Goals and Objectives as
outlined by the AWSP Washington Student Leadership Program in the areas of Communication Skills, Group
Processes, Managerial Skills, Self Awareness and Human Relations Skills. The members of this class plan,
organize and implement activities for the student body; such as, assemblies, fundraisers and spirit days.
Class Expectatiosn:
Students enrolled in this course are student leaders throughout the school day and during school-sponsored
activities and events. Given the visibility of this class, leadership students are expected to set a positive
example in all that they do. It is expected that leadership students follow all school guidelines and exhibit
appropriate behavior including respect for themselves, fellow classmates, faculty/staff and the school.
Leadership students should think often of how their actions can make Highline a more welcoming
environment in which students can learn and grow.
Students must sign and return the Student Leadership Code of Conduct on the last page to participate in this
course. Students who are reported in violation of the Code of Conduct or exhibiting inappropriate behavior at
school or school sponsored-activities/events will be dealt with on an individual level and could result in
removal from this class as well as disciplinary action.
Attendance:
Because this class requires high levels of participation, attendance is very important. If students are not in
class, they cannot participate. In addition:
1. All Leadership students are expected to attend and assist at our major events. The group in charge has
the primary responsibility but everyone else is expected to be there and provide help as needed.
2. All students are expected to help with setup and cleanup.
3. If you cannot attend an event, please give the adviser a note in advance with your name on it
explaining why you are unable to attend.
Coursework/Assessment/Grading:
Homework:
Traditional homework will not be assigned on a regular basis in class. As part of the Leadership course,
students will be required to attend on-campus lunch Wednesdays, and some afternoon/evening activities.
Students are responsible for being aware of responsibilities they have signed up for or been assigned.
Late-Work:
Because this course is responsible for the activities that happen at school, students must be responsible for
getting all plans, projects and work in on time.
Grading:
Grades will be determined through accumulated points by weighted categories:
Quarterly job: 30%
Weekly Outreaches: 10 %
Leadership Portfolio: 30%
Curriculum/Classwork: 20%
ASB Evaluation based on project work: 10%
Grades will be based on the following:
1. Leadership Portfolio – all students must submit a portfolio which demonstrates the work they have
done over the course of the semester. The Portfolio will be turned in at least two times per semester
(generally at the grading terms).
2. ASB evaluation: This percentage is made up of participation points on a daily basis and an evaluation
by your ASB officer each quarter based on how well you work with your group and how well you
complete your given tasks as a group member.
3. Curriculum/Classwork: We will explore various aspects of leadership and you may be assigned work
associated with the learning. The ultimate goal is that each of you will see yourselves as leaders and
will build on these characteristics not only as a member of the leadership class but as a member of
your community. This will include a weekly log where you document your use of classtime.
4. Weekly Outreaches: written communication once a week to a different student, staff or community
member expressing thanks for support or providing thoughtful encouragement for an upcoming
challenge or event. (you may not repeat to whom you send the communication.) You must turn in a
copy and the original note each week for full credit.
5. Quarterly Job: all students will create a job description based on jobs which are available each
quarter. Students will submit evidence of the job being completed as well as a reflection at the end of
each quarter. There will be designated class time to work on this job each week.
Contacting Ms. Box:
I am a very accessible teacher and I welcome the opinions of my students and their parents/guardians. Please
do not hesitate to contact me if you have any concerns, questions or input. Positive comments are also very
welcomed.
I can be reached by email: lori.box@highlineschools.org or by calling my office phone at (206) 631-6740.
Sincerely,
Lori Box
Activities Coordinator and Athletic Director
A copy of the syllabus is available on the school district’s website www.highlineschools.org and posted in the classroom.
Leadership
Mrs. Box, Room 865
2013-2014
Please keep one copy of this syllabus at home to refer to. Please sign and return the other copy of your
syllabus for my files.
I have read and understand the expectations to be a member of the Leadership class for the 2013-2014 school
year.
Student Name (please print) __________________________________________________________
Student Signature _______________________________
Date
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Student Email: ____________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian (please print)__________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: _______________________________
Date
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Parent/Guardian Email (please print): ______________________________________________________________
Highline High School
ASB Officers, Class Officers & Leadership students
Activities Coordinator – Lori Box
Leadership Conduct Contract
I ___________________________ understand the responsibility of the leadership position
that I hold at Highline High School. I see the value in my assignment as a role model to other
students at my school and in my community. I understand my actions reflect on the school as a
whole and, therefore, whenever I am at a school sponsored event, my behavior must be
appropriate.
Behavior Expectations:
If I am found to have infractions in any of the following areas, it will result in my immediate
removal from my office and the leadership class.
 My participation in any type of gathering where chemicals* of any kind are present and any
use of chemicals by me at any time during the year I hold office. I also understand this is
my one and only warning concerning chemical activity.
 Any infraction of school rules/policies which result in suspension.
To remain in office and/or on Executive Council, I must:
 Have consistent attendance at meetings and activities. 3 unexcused absences can result in
removal from office.
 Have regular attendance in all classes without truancies.
 Remain enrolled and in good status in all my classes (2.5 GPA).
 Demonstrate appropriate behavior with no referrals to building administration.
 Carry out the duties of my office throughout the year as stated in the constitution.
Signed
Date
Position (ASB, Class or Leadership student)
Parent Signature
*Chemicals = alcohol, drugs, tobacco
Date