Leadership Academy Cohort 8
What is Leadership Academy?
The Wisconsin School Counselor Association is proud to continue the WSCA Leadership Development Program. This year-long program will explore leadership from the school counselor position and provide participants the opportunity to deepen their understanding of individual leadership strengths and leadership philosophy. Program participants will be better equipped to lead their profession at the building, community, and state levels.
The purpose of the Leadership Academy cohort program is for members to have an opportunity for a higher degree of personal engagement and provide additional value through leadership skill development by:
- Attending a series of leadership workshops and training sessions.
- Cultivating leadership skills for future WSCA leadership opportunities as well as district and school communities.
- Learning more about WSCA’s history, governance process, and programs.
- Meeting current and past WSCA leaders in a small group environment, thereby increasing the opportunity for high quality, one-to-one interactions.
- Learning more about the inner operations, strategic planning, and volunteer opportunities within WSCA, including leadership positions associated with the Board of Directors, Directors of Operations, and WSCA committees to prepare for future leadership positions on the WSCA leadership team.
- Developing lifelong relationships with other Leadership Academy cohort members interested in building their leadership skills.
View this short video for a quick introduction to what Leadership Academy is all about!
Application DEADLINE: March 3, 2025
Applicants will be notified of acceptance by March 17, 2025.
CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION FORM!
This program is a member benefit that is included at no cost as part of your annual membership dues. Leadership Academy has built-in monetary benefits worth over $1,200, including:
Leadership Academy Eligibility Requirements
- Current WSCA member in good standing with three years of continuous WSCA membership (without lapse) at the time of the application, including one year as a professional member.
- Maintain WSCA membership at own cost throughout Leadership Academy (WSCA membership is not included with the program).
- DPI Provisional, Lifetime, or Master license at the time of application.
- A personal email (non-school/employer) for WSCA communications.
- Employed as a school counselor.
- Ability to complete Leadership Academy homework independently (leadership articles, videos, etc.) and contribute to the virtual Leadership Academy discussion board by the assigned due dates.
- Ability to participate in and attend all the Leadership Academy events and activities outlined below.
- Leadership Academy commitment form (signed by participant and school administrator). Download the form by clicking here.
- Completed Leadership Academy application.
Due to the significant financial resources WSCA invests into the Leadership Academy program, participant requirements are rigorous; please review the program dates below to determine whether you can commit to fully attending and participating in Leadership Academy Cohort 8.
Due to financial considerations and the need to create a positive cohort experience, capacity for the program is limited.
Download the 2025-2026 Leadership Academy Schedule
CLICK HERE FOR THE APPLICATION FORM!
DEADLINE: March 3, 2025