Learn about Leader in Me by exploring its paradigms, highly effective practices, and results outlined in its unique and transformational Framework. See how our student and educational leadership programs impact students, teachers, families, and community.
Leader in Me is based on a theory of change known as the See-Do-Get Cycle. When you change the way you See things, it influences what you Do and the results you Get.
Learn how Mattoon has used the highly effective practices and paradigms to drive achievement, excitement, and student-led learning for students at every age. Their focus on making learning a joyful experience and leadership a contribution each of us can make is driving results throughout their classrooms and community.
If you want small changes, work on your behavior; if you want quantum-leap changes, work on your paradigms.
-Stephen R. Covey
The Leader in Me experience begins with a whole new paradigm for education. Educators rediscover their passion through Leader in Me as it redirects their focus back to a deeper understanding of student achievement.
Not This: Leadership is for the few
Not This: A few people are gifted
Not This: To improve schools, the system needs to change first
Not This: Educators control and direct student learning
Not This: Focus solely on academic achievement
Instead of focusing on academic measures alone, Leader in Me embodies a holistic approach to education, redefining how schools measure success. This approach empowers educators with effective practices and tools to:
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Leadership |
Culture |
Academics |
| ✓ Student Behavior | ✓ Staff or Student Attendance |
✓ Reading Proficiency |
| ✓ Staff Wellness and Teaching Readiness |
✓ Supportive School Environment | ✓ Math Proficiency |
| ✓ Student Leadership | ✓ Student Engagement | ✓ Teaching Efficacy |
| ✓ Family Engagement | ✓ Staff Satisfaction | ✓ Student-Led Learning |
These schools are united in a common vision and purpose to empower students to be leaders, equipped with the life-skills required to succeed in a global economy. They are breaking down barriers for student success, uniting cultures, and transforming their communities.
Establish a whole-child mindset with a belief that every child has genius and every student has the potential to become a leader.
Create an environment of social-emotional learning that helps every student build confidence and discover their true potential.
Create a culture led by students who are encouraged to find their voice and develop critical skills for college, career, and life.
Learn how thousands of schools in over 80 countries worldwide are discovering answers to some of the most challenging issues educators face today.
