Celebrating Leadership and Excellence

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In the Cedar Valley, the Leader Valley program is shaping the next generation of leaders by equipping students with the skills and confidence they need to thrive in school, their careers, and life. Through its mission, Leader Valley empowers schools and communities to embed leadership principles that foster growth, accountability, and a strong sense of purpose.

Leader Valley is a transformative initiative designed to integrate The Leader in Me framework into schools across the region. Janesville CSD became a part of the Leader in Me program during the 2017-2018 school year. This program is built on Stephen Covey’s 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and focuses on cultivating leadership, teamwork, and responsibility in students. The program’s goals include:

  1. Developing Leadership Skills: Helping students recognize their unique strengths and leadership potential through intentional skill-building.

  2. Improving Academic and Personal Success: Encouraging students to take ownership of their learning and apply leadership principles to academic and personal challenges.

  3. Building School and Community Culture: Creating collaborative environments where leadership is celebrated, and everyone works toward shared goals.

By focusing on these outcomes, Leader Valley not only prepares students for future success but also strengthens schools and communities as hubs of growth and opportunity.

Programs like Leader Valley remind us of the power of investing in students’ potential. By equipping young leaders today, we’re building a brighter future for our schools, our communities, and beyond.

A special congratulations goes to Jayden Butler and Devin Weekley, who were recently honored as Co-Leaders of the Year in the Cedar Valley! These exceptional students exemplify the principles of leadership, demonstrating outstanding dedication to their schools and communities. Their commitment to making a difference inspires all of us to lead with integrity and purpose.

Jayden and Devin will be honored at the 2nd Annual Leader Valley Gala on Friday, January 17th at 6:00PM at Bien VenU Event Center in Cedar Falls.