Losing Control
As an educator, fully giving over the reins to students to accomplish a goal was somewhat daunting. I found myself asking: How will it reflect on my leadership and expertise? Will they focus? Will they be organized and mature and punctual in their planning and execution? Is saying “yes” to their ideas—which are sometimes lofty,...
Advise, Advise: Volume 50 (2021-2022)
The Middle Ground: Spring 2021
The start of the new year has brought many of us renewed vigor after 2020. I encourage you to spend some time reflecting on how you can help your students lower their shields, discover their passions, and grow as servant leaders on your campus. After spending months teaching a leadership class virtually, I began to...
Advise, Advise: Volume 49 (2020-2021)
NaStuCo Update: Spring 2021
NatStuCo is committed to supporting students at all stages of their leadership journey and offers several programs that nurture their development. Be sure to build these programs into your school’s leadership curriculum so your students can earn recognition while they grow as leaders. Emerging Student Leaders The Emerging Student Leader program seeks to foster good...
Advise, Advise: Volume 49 (2020-2021)
NatStuCo Update: Summer 2020
With the upheaval of the current school year, your student council—and the direction, culture, and sense of community it provides for the school—are more important than ever. Help galvanize your student council by widening the ways you keep members engaged as you look ahead to the next school year. Hold a summer retreat. This can...
Advise, Advise: Volume 48 (2019-2020)