Leader In Me
Transform Your School Community
The impact of Leader in Me extends well beyond the classroom, helping students build the character, confidence, and skills they need to succeed in school and throughout life. Across the Cedar Valley, participating schools are seeing measurable results, including higher GPAs, improved attendance, and fewer behavioral incidents. These outcomes demonstrate the power of developing student leadership and creating a culture where every student has the opportunity to thrive.
Develop Leadership Schools to Transform Students
Leader Valley develops vibrant learning environments that provide the tools for all students to be successful in school and after graduation.
We Help Students Develop Using
The 3 C’s of Leadership
At the heart of Leader Valley is a commitment to developing students through three essential pillars: Character, Competence, and Contribution. By building strong character, equipping students with the skills to succeed, and empowering them to discover and share their unique talents, we prepare young people to lead with purpose, make a positive impact, and thrive in school and beyond.
Character
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Helping students create strong character and become centered in principles that promote effectiveness.
Competence
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Teaching students the skills they need to be effective in school and after graduation.
Contribution
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Empowering students to develop their talents and gifts to contribute wherever they go in life.
30+
Participating Schools
12,000+
Students Reached
1,400+
Educators Reached
About the Schools
Building Leaders. Strengthening Schools. Shaping Futures.
Leadership has the power to transform an entire school community. Through Leader in Me, Leader Valley has helped 31 schools empower more than 12,000 students and 1,400 educators with the skills, confidence, and character to succeed.
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Discover how your school can be part of that impact. Connect with our team, experience a Leader in Me school firsthand, or explore the principles behind the program to see what's possible when leadership becomes part of everyday learning.
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Participating Schools
Cedar Falls
Cedar Valley Catholic
Greater Cedar Valley
Wapsie Valley
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3 Amish Schools
​​​Waterloo
Waverly-Shell Rock
Parochial / Private
The Impact of Leader in Me
The impact of Leader in Me exists far beyond the classroom. In the classroom the results are real.
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In the past five years, we have seen the following success:
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Average GPA of Leader In Me schools has grown by 15.7%
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Student attendance has improved by 27.3%
Compared to non-LIM schools, Cedar Valley LIM schools experience:
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FEWER negative behavioral incidents
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INCREASE in student attendance
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HIGHER GPA’s
What Students Learn
CURRICULUM
Leadership Is Learned. And Practiced Every Day. Through Leader in Me, students develop essential leadership and life skills that extend beyond traditional academics. By integrating the 7 Habits, hands-on learning, and everyday leadership opportunities into the school experience, students learn to take ownership of their education, recognize their strengths, and build confidence for whatever comes next.
The 7 Habits
Teaching personal responsibility, goal-setting, collaboration, communication, and leadership.
Leadership Lessons
Age-appropriate classroom lessons, exercises, and discussion materials.
Student Development
Critical thinking, decision-making, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.
Leadership in Action
Applying leadership concepts to everyday classroom activities and academic subjects.
Student Resources
Leadership journals, goal-setting worksheets, videos, and reflection activities.
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Save the Date!
Celebrating 15 years of Leader Valley at the 2027 Leader Valley Gala on February 5th, 2027.
CLICK HERE to secure your spot!