Leader In Me

The Waynesville R-VI School district uses LeaderinME to focus on the personal and interpersonal leadership capacity of students, staff, and families. We work to teach LEADERSHIP to each student, create a CULTURE of student empowerment and align systems to drive results in ACADEMICS.

The Leader in Me is a school-wide philosophy that encourages individual leadership and positive character at school, home, and the community through the 7 Habits principles. It is not a curriculum or an instructional method, but is rather a mindset that encourages students and staff to see themselves as leaders. The Leader in Me encourages personal goal setting and achieving for students and adults. It is a child-friendly extension of the book, "7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Franklin Covey.

7 Habits List

Way we work to be a Leader in Me School

Leader In Me at Home

What to Expect

  • Increased 7 Habits language in the school building and at school events

  • Consistent communication about Leader in Me

  • School-wide events that incorporate The Leader in Me

  • Leadership opportunities for students and their families at building events

Student Opportunities

  • Lead school assemblies and morning announcements

  • Take on leadership roles in the classroom

  • Give building tours

  • Mentor other students

  • Build positive and meaningful adult and peer relationships

How You Can Help at Home and School

  • Support the principles and mindset of the 7 Habits at school and at home

  • Begin to set goals with your family at home

  • Ask your child how he/she incorporated the 7 Habits at school each day

  • Find ways to use the 7 Habits in your own personal and family life

We encourage all families to check out our LeaderinMe at home information. 

Download the Parent’s Guide

  • Brief review/ explanation of each habit

  • Activities for both younger children and teens focused on each habit

  • Children’s reading list- books focused on each of the habits (Primary/ Upper Age/ Teen)

Examples of LIM from Freedom Elementary