Our school definition of leadership is
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 anyone who strives to complete a given goal or desire someone who sets a good example for both their peers and adults someone who is always willing to help others
Leaders come in all different forms. Some are outspoken, others are quiet. Some have a lot of ideas; others are excellent at carrying out ideas. Leaders are reliable and responsible. They listen to our needs as a school community. They are people who are not afraid to lead in the footsteps of Jesus, by being a servant to others. Do YOU have what it takes?
Responsibilities
Advisors for the Leadership team will be Mrs. Rex and Mrs. Henretta. The Leadership Team will seek suggestions from students, meet with the advisors during one lunch per week, choose ideas to implement, and then work on advertising and setting up committees to run events. Attendance at lunch meetings is mandatory, as well as completing academic assignments and maintaining good grades.
The Leadership Team will be responsible for reporting important information to their homerooms and to the lower grades. Team officers will be responsible for planning the agenda and taking minutes at each meeting. Representatives will be responsible for sharing the minutes with the school population.
The Leadership Team will include a total of 12 students as follows:
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1elected representative from each 5 th and 6 th grade homeroom=4 members
4 representatives (2 elected and 2 appointed) from each 7 th and 8 th grade=8 members.
 Once the team is established, team officers will be elected from Grades 7 and 8 members.
Roles/Jobs will be assigned.
Campaign Protocol:
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Your campaign should be a positive one! No negative campaigning will be tolerated. The campaign should be fair, honest, and open. No stickers, buttons, candy, food, etc.
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All candidates must submit an essay to their homeroom teacher on due date…No Exceptions!
o 7th and 8 th grade candidates must submit 3 copies of their essay to their homeroom teacher.
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All candidates must submit the Leadership Application by its date due No Exceptions!
 All candidates must create a flyer (8 1/2 by 11” paper) to hang in homerooms.
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Grades 5 and 6 must give a speech to their homerooms. Grades 7 and 8 must give a speech to their respective grade. (Focus on any positive contributions that you can make to the school. Do not make any unrealistic campaign promises. Emphasize on your abilities as a leader…Why should someone vote for you?)
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All 7 th and 8 th
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 th and 8 th grade candidates will be interviewed by faculty/administration.
graders who are on the Academic Bowl Team may not run for the Leadership Team.
Follow all directions carefully and adhere to all deadlines!

Leadership Campaign Application
Due: Tuesday, October 30th
For all students…
I, ___________________________, understand that this application and my essay are due Tuesday, October
30 th
. (Application and essay will be handed to my homeroom teacher.)
I, ___________________________, understand that I may hang one appropriate flyer (8 ½ x 11) in my
Student name homeroom starting Tuesday, October 30 th
.
I, ___________________________, understand that I will present a 1-2 minute campaign speech to my
Student name homeroom, Monday, November 5 th .
I, ___________________________, understand that if I become part of the Leadership
Student name
Team, attendance at all meetings is mandatory, as well as keeping up with academic assignments and maintaining good grades.
Student Signature:________________________________ Date:_______________ Homeroom:___________
7 th and 8 th graders only
I, ___________________________, understand that this application and 3 copies of my essay are due to my
Student name homeroom teacher no later than Tuesday, October 30 th
.
I, ___________________________, understand that I will participate in an interview after October 30 th (TBA)
Student name
My interview will be conducted with one of my teachers and an administrator during a recess time or before school.
For parents…
I, ___________________________, understand that by signing this application I pledge to do my best to drive
Parent name my son/daughter to/from events that they will need to work in the event of their election to the Leadership
Team.
Parent Signature:________________________________ Date:___________________

The Leadership Essay: 2012-2013
An essay is required of all candidates and due No later than Tuesday, October 30, 2012 . Your essay should include a heading with your name, date, and homeroom. It should be 1-2 pages typed, double-spaced, 12 point Times New Roman font.
In your essay, please elaborate on the following points:
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Why YOU would make a good leader.
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Our school’s mission is to instill wisdom, integrity, respect, excellence, and devotion in all our students. Choose one of these qualities which you believe is most important for a leader to possess. Support your choice with reasons and examples.
Interview Instructions: Grades 7 and 8 only
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Be prepared to answer questions pertaining to your essay.
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Have a clear idea of what you would like to accomplish by being a part of the Leadership Team, and why you should be chosen.
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Be ready to show your school spirit!
Interviews will be scheduled after Tuesday, October 30 th . You will be notified of your time slot. Please be prompt to your interview.