Leader In Me
WHAT IS “LEADER IN ME?”
- A process that helps develop the essential life skills and characteristics students need in order to thrive in the 21st century.
- Uses Stephen Covey’s, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People model, tailored to children and teachers in an education setting.
- Currently has been rolled out to more than 3,000 schools worldwide.
- For more information, please visit the Leader in Me website.
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WHY “LEADER IN ME?”
- Leader in Me encourages personal leadership-being accountable for actions and attitudes
- Initiative and self-discipline, making healthy choices
- Ability to work well with others, cross culturally and in teams
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to solve complex problems and creative thinking skills
- Inspires greater self-confidence with a belief that very child can be a “leader of their own life,” has unique talents and can make a difference.
- Teaches skills needed to be successful in the 21st century.
THE 7 HABITS
Habit 1: Be Proactive
HABIT 1 — BE PROACTIVE
You’re in Charge: I am a responsible person. I take initiative. I choose my actions, attitudes, and moods. I do not blame others for my wrong actions. I do the right thing without being asked, even when no one is looking.
Habit 2: Begin With The End In Mind
HABIT 2 — BEGIN WITH THE END IN MIND
Have a Plan: I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and make a difference. I am an important part of my classroom and contribute to my school’s mission and vision. I look for ways to be a good citizen.
Habit 3: Put First Things First
HABIT 3 — PUT FIRST THINGS FIRST
Work First, Then Play: I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I say no to things I know I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule, and follow my plan. I am disciplined and organized.
Habit 4: Think Win-Win
HABIT 4 — THINK WIN-WIN
Everyone Can Win: I balance courage for getting what I want with consideration for what others want. I make deposits in others’ Emotional Bank Accounts. When conflicts arise, I look for Third Alternatives.
Habit 5: Seek First To Understand, Then To Be Understood
HABIT 5 — SEEK FIRST TO UNDERSTAND, THEN TO BE UNDERSTOOD
Listen Before You Talk: I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am confident in voicing my ideas. I look people in the eyes when talking.
Habit 6: Synergize
HABIT 6 — SYNERGIZE
Together Is Better I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along well with others, even people who are different from me. I work well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems because I know that by teaming with others, we can create better solutions than anyone of us can alone. I am humble.
Habit 7: Sharpen The Saw
HABIT 7 — SHARPEN THE SAW
Balance Feels Best: I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting sleep. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways and lots of places, not just at school. I find meaningful ways to help others.
7 HABIT FOUNDATIONS
Throughout the school year students are learning about the 7 Habit Foundations:
- Building a trustworthy character
- Focus on self mastery and internal control
- Language/Phrases
- “Have you filled a bucket today?”
- “Choose your own weather?”
- Keywords
- Celebration
- Reflection
- Self management
- Confidence
- Individuality
- Honesty
- Respect
- Accountability
- Grit
- Integrity
- Problem solving
- Self Care