LEADERSHIP, ETHICS, ASPIRATIONS & DETERMINATION
A Program of ROTARY INTERNATIONAL DISTRICT 5340
The LEAD Conference is a leadership and personal development program for 8th grade students that has been held annually since 2009.
Talented young people attend a two day (Saturday and Sunday) camp developed, presented, and hosted by the Rotarians of Rotary International District 5340. There is no cost to the student, the family, or the school – all expenses are paid by the Rotary Clubs of District 5340. Students and Rotarian Advisors all ride professionally driven and commercial buses to and from camp. LEAD is held at Cuyamaca Outdoor School, a San Diego County Office of Education campus.
LEAD encourages young people to discuss issues of ethical responsibility, improve leadership and communication skills, become self-motivated to reach goals, and develop a positive outlook on life … all while having fun and making friends. LEAD provides the opportunity for young people to share experiences with and learn from their peers and adult community leaders. For Rotarians, LEAD offers the chance to share their commitment to service, help develop a new generation of leaders, provide valuable expertise, and bridge the gap between generations..
LEAD Conference Dates
October 12 & 13, 2024
District 5340 LEAD Conference
The LEAD (Leadership, Ethics, Aspirations & Determination) Conference is a leadership and personal development program for 8th grade students that has been held annually since 2009.
LEAD has the following objectives:
- To give young people tools to enable them to make principled decisions
- To encourage and assist young people in becoming responsible and effective servant leaders
- To encourage young people to have high personal dreams and goals to be successful in life
- To publicly recognize the leadership qualities of young people who are rendering service to their communities
- To inform students about Rotary and its many opportunities for service in high school and beyond
LEAD
LEADERSHIP
Acquire an interest in service
Lead by example
Include and encourage others
ETHICS
Make choices using the Four-Way Test and common strategies
Resist peer pressure
Act to benefit others
ASPIRATIONS
Set high and achievable goals
Improve self-image
Maintain a positive attitude
DETERMINATION
Make a plan to reach goals
Manage time and resources
Stay focused on the objective