Sterling Heights High School Leadership Syllabus Advisors Ms. Schoen – Leadership class teacher, after school advisor Ms. Salim- after school advisor Course Description This course explores the realities of being a school leader and the challenges involved. It provides a practical exploration of leadership skills and theories. Also included are studies of time management, goal setting, communication, organization, budgeting, school history, problem solving, personal interactions, and conflict resolution. Basic elements of service learning are explored and put into practice. Advisor Expectations Our expectations are high and you must be very responsible, willing to get involved, and follow through on you commitments. Much of what we do requires a group effort and your cooperation is essential. We expect that you a great role model to your peers by demonstrating good behavior, balancing academics and extra-curricular activities, deal with conflict in positive and productive manner. You must act responsibly by completing assignments and projects in a timely manner, organizing materials and events effectively, and accepting fault and constructive criticism when necessary. We also expect that you follow the SHHS Leadership code of ethics and the SHHS Code of Conduct. We have a very busy and demanding year ahead of us. We will assist you when needed, but we will not carry out your responsibilities for you. You might be unsure of your leadership abilities at some point, but remember they are skills that must continually be practiced and improved. This year will very challenging, busy, and rewarding. You will get out of this class what you put into it. Course Content Structured activities, assignments, and readings will incorporate the following topics: • Goal Setting • Time Management • Organization • Leadership Skills and Qualities • Public Speaking • Professional Etiquette • Officer Training • Election Process • Personal Growth/Self Awareness/Self Esteem • Fundraising • Group Process • Public Relations • Peer Pressure • Communication • Human Relations • Parliamentary Procedure Course Involvement Mandatory/Required activities for this course include, but are not limited to: • Homecoming (Dance and Activities) • Spirit Week (Participation and Execution) • Float Building • Pep Assembly • Toy Drive • Prom • Elections • Blood Drive • Walk America • Bovenschen • Showcases • Model United Nations • Class Council School Improvement Plan • Class Council Community Service Project • Senior Choice Awards • Spirit Activities • Senior Citizen Party • Student Senate Meetings • Class Council Meetings • Staff Appreciation • Compatibility • Food Baskets • Ice Breaker/Team Building Activities Required Materials Binder, tabs (given to you and organized at the Leadership Academy), pencil, pen, paper, and Agenda Course Texts Covey, Sean. The Seven Habits of Highly Effective Teens. New York, NY: Fireside, 1998. Maxwell, John C. Developing the Leader Within You. Nashville, TN: Thomas Nelson, Inc., 1993. Grading Students will be given grades on the following: • Motivation, Initiative, Attitude • Attendance (if you are absent, you cannot lead) • Various assignments, projects, activities based on rubrics • Events (planning and organization) • Participation in out of school community service projects • Spirit Points • Officer/Class Title Duties