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Leadership & Character Development Accreditation (LCA)

📌 Purpose: Evaluate your school’s practices and policies in leadership development, character education, and community impact in preparation for LCA Accreditation.

💡 Tip: Be honest and thorough. Attach supporting documents for a stronger application!

📍 Section 1: Leadership Philosophy & Institutional Commitment

  1. 1.Is leadership development embedded in your school’s mission, vision, or core values?
  2. 2.How do school policies promote ethical behavior, accountability, and personal responsibility?
  3. 3.Does your leadership team actively model and promote leadership and integrity across the school community?
  4. 4.What partnerships exist with leadership organizations, universities, or external mentors?
  5. 5.Are leadership and character goals incorporated into strategic planning or school improvement frameworks?
  6. 6.Does the school culture encourage student voice and democratic participation?
  7. 7.How are leadership opportunities distributed equitably among students of all backgrounds?
  8. 8.Is there a system for recognizing and celebrating ethical leadership among staff and students?
  9. 9.What opportunities do students have to lead school-wide initiatives or events?
  10. 10.How are school rules and discipline policies aligned with character development principles?

📍 Section 2: Character Education & Ethical Decision-Making

  1. 11.Does your school offer a structured character education program that spans multiple grade levels?
  2. 12.What core ethical values (e.g., empathy, honesty, respect) are emphasized throughout the school?
  3. 13.How are moral reasoning and ethical dilemmas discussed in academic or advisory settings?
  4. 14.Are character-building themes integrated across subjects like history, science, and literature?
  5. 15.Does your curriculum include civic education, social responsibility, or global citizenship?
  6. 16.What systems are in place to support students’ emotional intelligence and self-reflection?
  7. 17.Do students participate in projects that require ethical decision-making and critical thinking?
  8. 18.How does the school address bullying, discrimination, and inclusion through a values-based approach?
  9. 19.Are students given roles in conflict resolution, peer mediation, or restorative justice programs?
  10. 20.How is the impact of character education tracked or reflected in student behavior and outcomes?

📍 Section 3: Leadership Development & Experiential Learning

  1. 21.Are student-led organizations (e.g., student council, clubs, Model UN) active and well-supported?
  2. 22.How do students gain experience in public speaking, team leadership, and project management?
  3. 23.Does the school offer formal leadership training programs or workshops during the year?
  4. 24.Are interdisciplinary team-based projects used to cultivate collaborative leadership skills?
  5. 25.What role do students play in school decision-making, event planning, or academic improvement efforts?
  6. 26.Do faculty mentors or external professionals guide students in their leadership growth?
  7. 27.Are student achievements in leadership recognized through awards, fellowships, or showcases?
  8. 28.How do students reflect on their growth in leadership and personal responsibility over time?
  9. 29.Are leadership portfolios or journals used to track student progress and experiences?
  10. 30.Does the school engage in leadership benchmarking or apply international frameworks (e.g., CASEL, UNESCO)?