Iredell-Statesville school leaders are expanding a character-based program in their schools this year.
The district has added a fourth school to its “Leader in Me” program. The training will not only help students but also the teachers.
“This one is a step above anything we’ve done thus far within our school,” said Principal Alisha Cloer.
The training is based on a book that teaches people basic principles to become leaders and succeed in life, and ISS is taking it to the classroom.
“Begin with the end in mind would be one. Always think ahead of where you’re going, why you’re going there and how you’re going to get there,” said Cloer.
Iredell-Statesville Schools Superintendent Brady Johnson says they’ve already seen success from three schools in the district that have the training.
“We’ve seen attendance go up. We’ve seen our discipline issues fall. So we feel this is a step in the right direction. We’re excited to have the opportunity to add another school,” said Johnson.
