Goals of The Leader in
Me
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Develop a strong work
ethic
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Increase motivation and
initiative
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Enhance problem-solving
skills
Additional Reading Available
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Effective interpersonal
skills
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Leader in Me?
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Sense of teamwork
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Valuing diversity
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Trust and trustworthiness
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Goal setting
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective
People, by Stephen R. Covey
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective
Families, by Stephen R. Covey
Living the 7 Habits, by Stephen R.
Covey
7Habits4Teens.com
TheLeaderinMeBook.org
Skaith Elementary
4701 Schoolside Lane
Saint Joseph, MO 64503
www.sjsd.k12.mo.us/Domain/29
www.theleaderinme.org
The Leader
in Me
Skaith Elementary
2013-2014
What is The Leader in Me?
The Leader in Me is a whole-school initiative at Skaith based on The 7 Habits of Highly
Successful People. The Leader in Me delivers training to our staff that in turn impacts
the daily life of our Skaith students. As our students learn the 7 Habits and use them to
transform their lives, The Leader in Me helps Skaith reach our potential of higher
academic achievement, fewer discipline problems, and increased engagement among
teachers and parents. The Leader in Me equips students with the self-confidence and
skills needed to thrive in the 21st century economy.
What are the 7 Habits?
Habit 1 – Be Proactive
Habit 4 – Think Win-Win
“You’re in Charge” is the motto of the
“Everyone Can Win” is the motto of
first habit. Students take initiative to
the fourth habit. Students balance what
choose their actions, attitudes, and
they want with consideration for others
moods. They take responsibility for
and look for solutions that benefit both
their actions and do the right thing
sides.
even when no one is looking.
Habit 5 – Seek First to Understand,
Habit 2 – Begin With the End in Mind
Then to Be Understood
“Have a Plan” is the motto of the
With habit 5, students learn to “Listen
second habit. Students plan ahead and
Before You Talk.” They try to see
set goals. They look for ways to be good
things from other viewpoints and listen
citizens. They contribute to the
without interrupting. They listen with
school’s mission.
their eyes, ears, and hearts. They voice
Habit 3 – Put First Things First
“Work First, Then Play” captures the
spirit of this habit. Students set
their own opinions with confidence.
Habit 6 - Synergize
“Together is Better” helps students