Leadership Certificate Program
Our one-of-a-kind Leadership Certificate Program, launched in 2018-2019, offers specialized, in-depth leadership training and experiences that will further distinguish young women throughout their educational, professional, and personal endeavors.
- Commemorative certificate of achievement
- Upper School special leadership track - Leadership Certificate Program or STEAM Leadership Certificate Program
- At least 25 leadership service hours
- Capstone independent study for a semester during senior year
- Original research on leadership discipline, 30-minute presentation on findings and comprehensive leadership interview
There are two tracks: Leadership Certificate Program and STEAM Leadership Certificate Program. Both require two leadership courses. Leadership requires two Leadership Certificate Electives and STEAM requires three STEAM Certificate electives (in science and math'technology and math; science and technology).
The Mitchell Leadership Institute prepared me for the demands of higher education by enhancing my public speaking skills, refining my ability to gather and analyze data, and empowering me to communicate my findings clearly. The intimate class setting provided invaluable guidance from passionate teachers and fostered a supportive learning environment where I could freely share ideas and receive constructive feedback, making me a more confident student, leader, and researcher.
- Gabby Lobo '24
Capstone Projects
As part of the Leadership Capstone course, each student selects a leadership-related topic and conducts original research, working closely with an Advisor from the school’s faculty, staff or administration.
- In-depth primary and secondary research
- Opportunity to shadow or intern in field of her choice
- 30-minute presentation of findings and conclusions
- Shorter presentation at Leadership Capstone Presentation and Reception for parents, faculty, staff, administration and younger Leadership Scholars
Pathway to the Leadership Certificate Program
| Freshman Year | Sophomore Year |
|---|---|
| Begin accruing leadership service hours | Eligible to take leadership electives |
| Apply for admittance to second semester program | Accrue leadership service hours |
| Junior Year | Senior Year |
| Complete Foundations of Leadership course (in 1st or 2nd semester) | Complete Capstone Independent Sudy (in 1st or 2nd semester) |
| One leadership elective (recommended) | One to two leadership electives |
| Accrue leadership service hours |
Complete at least 25 leadership service hours |
| Prepare for your final year! | Final Interview! |